Breshad Perriman's sprained PCL is creating a very murky outlook for his return. ESPN's Jamison Hensley believes that October is a very real possibility. Beyond that, no one seems to have any idea of when the rookie wide receiver will make his NFL debut. In Perriman's absence, it's expected that receiver Kamar Aiken will start opposite of Steve Smith Sr. For Perriman, missing playing time this offseason and possibly all of September means that he'll likely struggle to catch up to an NFL offense midseason.
Breshad Perriman recovery timetable unclear, WR Kamar Aiken becomes intriguing fantasy prospect
Breshad Perriman might not take the field until October. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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Aiken has been relatively quiet on the field during preseason. He totaled three receptions for 42 yards in August. In 2014, Aiken had 24 catches for 267 yards and three touchdowns.
Fantasy impact: Aiken is an interesting flier in the later rounds of fantasy drafts simply because of the opportunity he has ahead of him. Beyond Smith, there isn't any established receiver on the Ravens' roster. Aiken is in his fourth season but, by all accounts, he's playing his second year at a pro level. He has a blank stat sheet from his first two seasons in Baltimore. If Aiken can deliver in a supporting role, it's likely that Perriman won't be forced atop the depth chart when he's fully healed.
