N'Keal Harry Fantasy

New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry will begin the season on injured reserve and must sit out the first eight games of the season. The rookie suffered an ankle injury in training camp and the team simply is not willing to wait for him to heal up. Harry enjoyed some solid moments during 11-on-11 drills in camp but will have to wait a few months if he hopes to contribute this season. The first-round pick has talent but will have an uphill battle to earn snaps when he returns.

Sep. 7th • 3:31 PM

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver N'Keal Harry's (ankle, hamstring, toe) status for the Week 1 opener against the Steelers could be in question after he hobbled off the field in the Aug. 8 preseason opener. Since then, he hasn't practiced in full and has been jogging lightly when at practice. The rookie hasn't passed the eye test in terms of looking comfortable this preseason and could struggle in the early going. There also might not be much of a role for Harry to open the season behind Julian Edelman, Phillip Dorsett and Josh Gordon. He'll also have to compete with Demaryius Thomas for playing time. Consider Harry a late-round flier in redraft leagues.

Aug. 25th • 2:37 PM

New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry did not play in the team's second preseason game as he is dealing with minor lower-leg injuries. A hamstring has kept him off the practice field recently and could be dealing with other bumps and bruises. Harry, however, is expected to be ready to play by Week 1 but his involvement in the offense right out of the gate is up in the air. Harry has plenty of talent but lacks top-end speed and typically rookie receivers must earn the trust of quarterback Tom Brady before they can produce. Harry has plenty of fantasy value, especially in dynasty/keeper leagues, but should be targeted in the later double-digit rounds in standard formats.

Aug. 20th • 3:20 PM