Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson is battling another injury, but he is not letting his quad problem keep him down. The ninth-year wideout was a big factor in the Packers’ comeback win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. He caught six passes on nine targets for 52 yards and two touchdowns. Nelson’s second touchdown came with 17 seconds left to tie the game and send it to overtime.
Fantasy football Week 4: Jordy Nelson, start or sit for ‘TNF?’
The quad injury is not slowing Nelson down. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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In recent years, Nelson has owned the Chicago Bears defense. In their last meeting, Nelson caught seven of 10 passes for 124 yards. Nelson has had 100-plus receiving yards in four of the last five games against the Bears. The Bears have allowed 90-plus yards to at least one opposing receiver in every game this season.
Fantasy impact: There is nothing but upside for Nelson Thursday night. Nelson’s quad problem looks to be behind him now, which is great for owners. Packers QB Aaron Rodgers loves Nelson, and the Pro Bowl receiver has burned up the Bears defense of late. The Bears passing D is better, but it cannot contain the big playmaker. Nelson will be the biggest weapon on the field for Green Bay Thursday night.
