Cooper Kupp Fantasy

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (hamstring) was unable to avoid the IR with his hamstring issue before the season started. According to Sarah Barshop of ESPN, head coach Sean McVay was reluctant to give a timeline and said that the Rams are "hopeful" that the star receiver can return by Week 5 as they previously planned. They knew that he would have to miss their first four games once they made the decision to move him to the IR, but his return in Week 5 isn't set in stone right now. Fantasy managers will want to stay tuned for more updates as the tentative return date approaches.

Sep. 15th • 3:21 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (hamstring) landed on the injured reserve list on Saturday. The wideout has been battling a hamstring issue of late, so many have anticipated this for at least the last few days. Most fantasy drafts have taken place by now, with Kupp routinely taken in the first round in the majority of them. But fantasy managers shouldn't sell low on the All-Pro, especially since it's only the first week of the NFL season. Kupp could return after four games, barring any setbacks. For now, Cam Akers might see more touches. At the same time, Tyler Higbee, Tutu Atwell, and Van Jefferson might see more attention from Matthew Stafford.

Sep. 9th • 4:15 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (hamstring) could be placed on injured reserve this Saturday. When asked about Kupp potentially requiring an IR stint, head coach Sean McVay said, "I would say there is a definite possibility." We should find out by 4 p.m. ET on Saturday whether the Rams make this move. If placed on IR, Kupp would not be eligible to return until Week 5 at the earliest. Van Jefferson, Tutu Atwell, and Puka Nacua are expected to lead the receiver corps in his absence.

Sep. 8th • 2:53 PM