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Franklin missed Wednesday’s practice but was back on the field for two full practices before being removed form the report entirely. He is good to go for Week 10. Franklin leads the league in tackles (95) and has two TFLs plus an interception to his name this year.

Daboll added that there’s a chance Lock could be the Giants’ emergency QB in Week 15’s game against the Ravens. Lock has already been ruled out for this week but could be thrust back into action next week, depending on how Tommy DeVito’s second start of the season goes. Lock struggled in the two starts he made this season, throwing for 405-0-2 while completing 51.9 percent of his passes. Whether it’s Lock or DeVito starting, the Giants signal-callers don’t have much to offer their offense or fantasy managers.

McDaniel said earlier in the week that Armstead’s knee issue is “a rest thing” after the veteran tackle made it through just five snaps before exiting last week’s game against the Jets. Armstead has not practiced this week, but McDaniel said he will see how things play out over the next 48 hours before deciding on his availability this week. If Armstead is unable to play, we would expect Patrick Paul to draw the start after replacing Armstead last week.

Engram suffered his shoulder injury in last week’s win over the Titans and will now miss the rest of the season. After being an elite PPR scam for fantasy managers last season (114-963-4), Engram struggled to replicate those numbers this season. While injuries limited him to just nine games, Engram’s 7.8 YPR set a new career-low, while his 40.6 yards per game were his fewest since 2021. Engram signed a three-year, $41.25 million contract with the Jaguars in July, and comes with a $13.5 million dead cap hit should the Jags cut him pre-June 1. It wouldn’t be surprising to see him return next season, although a new coaching staff could have other ideas once in place.

Kincaid hasn’t played since suffering a knee injury in Week 10 against the Colts, but the second-year tight end is on track to return in Week 15 after being a full participant in both practices to open the week. Injuries aside, it’s been a disappointing season for Kincaid and his fantasy managers, as he’s logged just three TE1 weeks in the 10 games he’s played in this season. If he’s active, he’s best viewed as high-upside TE2 against the Lions in a game that could be the highest-scoring on the slate.

Coleman has been listed as a full participant in both practices this week, even though the team has yet to log a real practice due to the weather. Still, it’s a good sign for the rookie receiver who was limited in practice all of last week. Coleman posted top-24 PPR weeks in two of his last three games before going down in Week 9. If active, be a fringe WR4/WR5 who could have much more upside in a game that figures to be a shootout.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero says Beckham “is hoping for more opportunities elsewhere.” Beckham’s tenure with the Dolphins ends with nine catches for 55 yards on 18 targets. The veteran receiver never fully found his footing in Miami. Beckham signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins during the offseason after spending 2023 with the Ravens but opened the year on the reserve/PUP list after undergoing surgery for an undisclosed injury. Beckham will be on waivers until Monday. If he clears, he will be free to sign with any team and would likely join up with a contender on their practice squad.

Alrighty then. A returning Dre Greenlaw (achilles) felt achilles and knee soreness and had to check out. Coach Kyle Shanahan called on free agent addition Campbell and he refused to play. His teammates were in disbelief afterward, saying they expected Campbell to get cut. Second that. Campbell has been a regular this season, playing 719 snaps entering Week 14. It won’t be easy to replace someone at this juncture, but he will definitely be waived, likely on Friday.

Jennings was the top option in terms of targets in the 49ers’ passing attack, but he was held completely in check with some credit going to the Rams’ defense and a lot of credit going to the San Francisco passing attack being atrocious in the Thursday Night Football contest. Jennings will be in the WR2 range — with some volatility — for Week 16 against the Dolphins.

Kupp received the first target of the game, and while he received two more chances, he essentially became a blocker on screens for Puka Nacua and the 29 rushing attempts for Kyren Williams. It’s the first time that Kupp has been held without a catch since November 10, 2019 against the Steelers. The 31-year-old will hope to be more involved against Week 16 against the Jets, but you have to acknowledge the risks.

Kittle found space on easily the longest play of the game for the 49ers on a 33-yard connection with Brock PUrdy. He also just missed on a long gain down the sideline on a play that probably should have drawn a flag. It’s a far cry from his 6-151 line against the Bears the previous week, but considering Purdy only threw for 142 yards all day, this could have been a lot worse. He should find some open space again in Week 16 against the Dolphins.