Johnathan Abram Fantasy

Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram is extremely talented, but mental and fundamental errors and a lack of durability have been his downfall so far in his NFL career. Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham requires his safeties to fulfill multiple roles and responsibilities, including playing deep zones, but Abram hasn't shown he's capable of that type of versatility without being a liability in coverage. However, he's impressed the coaching staff in the offseason. Abram might have a tough time holding off Duron Harmon, who can play box safety and slot corner and has a lot of familiarity with the new coaching staff.

Jul. 18th • 12:50 PM

Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (shoulder) will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery on Thursday, according to a source. Abram wanted to keep playing through a dislocated shoulder suffered in Monday's win over the Cleveland Browns, but doctors advised him to shut it down for the rest of the season. He should be fully healthy in 2022 and in play as a starting IDP defensive back. The 25-year-old was a top-12 fantasy safety in IDP formats this year, totaling 116 tackles (64 solo), five tackles for loss, three QB hits, one interception, four passes defensed and a fumble recovery in 14 games played. Abram's absence the rest of the way is a big blow to a Raiders secondary that has been pretty solid in 2021.

Dec. 22nd • 4:41 PM

Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (shoulder) suffered a dislocated shoulder in Monday's win over the Cleveland Browns, after finishing with nine total tackles (six solo). Abram will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury, so the Raiders could potentially be without their 2019 first-rounder. Up until the Week 15 game, Abram didn't miss a snap all season. He is second in tackles on the team, trailing only Denzel Perryman, and is third in tackles for loss. If he is to miss some time, Roderic Teamer would likely start along with Trevon Moehrig.

Dec. 21st • 11:21 AM