Josh Jacobs Fantasy

Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (groin, illness), on top of the groin injury he's dealing with, said he's been sick and has lost 10 pounds. Jacobs could still play in Week 3 against the Vikings in a tough matchup, but he may not be close to 100 percent and could lose valuable touches to both Jalen Richard and Deandre Washington. It makes the rookie more of a low-end RB2 target in fantasy in Week 3 on the road in Minnesota.

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Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs got in a limited practice Wednesday after dealing with a groin issue following Sunday's loss to the Chiefs. The fact that the rookie participated early in the week is a good sign, and owners should be confident that he suits up for Week 3 barring any setbacks. Jacobs has dominated the Raiders backfield in carries through two weeks making him a solid RB2 for fantasy, but he's only seen one pass target which caps his upside. In a game where the team will likely be playing from behind against a stout Vikings Defense, Jacobs should be treated as a low-end RB2 for this week.

Sep. 18th • 4:45 PM

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden said that wide receiver Tyrell Williams (hip) is dealing with a hip pointer and rookie running back Josh Jacobs (groin) has a groin issue. It remains to be seen if either player is in danger of missing Week 3 at the Vikings, but their practices statuses this week will give us a better indication. Williams has been the team's top receiver through two games, has 14 targets and has scored in both weeks, although he could struggle against Minnesota cornerback Xavier Rhodes if he's not 100 percent healthy. Jacobs is the workhorse in the Raiders backfield, but he was held to only 12 attempts in the blowout loss to Kansas City in Week 2 and has just one target in the passing game in two contests. Consider Jacobs a low-end RB2 in a tough matchup if he plays in Week 3.

Sep. 16th • 4:40 PM