Fantasy Injury Updates: Latest news on Jalen Hurts, D.J. Moore, Stefon Diggs, more ahead of 2021 fantasy drafts

The preseason rollercoaster ride keeps chugging along for fantasy football owners. Jalen Hurts missed Thursday’s preseason game, but teammate DeVonta Smith made his debut. Stud WRs D.J. Moore and Stefon Diggs are also dealing with dings that have caused them to miss practices. While there are some big-name players on this list, it currently appears all will be ready for Week 1. Still, it’s always good practice to monitor their situations and be ready to update your rankings and cheat sheets ahead of your fantasy drafts.

For updates on injured QBs Dak Prescott and Carson Wentz and banged-up RB Saquon Barkley, click here.  For news on injured WRs Michael Thomas, Kenny Golladay, and more, click here. For injury news regarding Justin Fields, D’Andre Swift, and Justin Jefferson, click here. For all the latest fantasy news, follow us on Twitter @SN_Fantasy

DOMINATE YOUR DRAFT: Ultimate 2021 Cheat Sheet

Jalen Hurts injury update

Hurts was an unexpected scratch from the Week 2 preseason game against New England. Those who have already drafted and own Hurts can breathe easy, though — it was merely a stomach illness that kept Hurts out of the game. Essentially, Jalen said his stomach hurts. While this isn’t necessarily an ‘injury’ update, it’s worth noting for those who weren’t sure what happened.

We have Hurts ranked No. 12 among QBs. 

2021 PPR FANTASY RANKINGS:
Quarterback | Running back | Wide receiver | Tight end | D/ST | Kicker | Top 200

DJ Moore injury update

Moore has dealt with a minor back ailment and aggravated his injury in Thursday’s practice. While back injuries are often worrisome, Moore seems to be fine, but the Panthers will take every precaution necessary to keep him healthy. Even if he misses a few practices, there isn’t much worry about his fantasy prospects, other than Sam Darnold being his QB.

Moore is No. 16 in our standard WR rankings and No. 16 in our WR PPR rankings.

2021 FANTASY SLEEPERS:
Quarterback | Running back | Wide receiver | Tight end | D/ST | Each team

Stefon Diggs injury update

Diggs has been absent from practice over the past week and a half with a minor knee injury. However, he’s expected to be OK. If he really had to play in a game, he’d suit up, but the Bills are letting him take his time. While he likely won’t take any reps in preseason games, he is expected to make a return to the practice field sometime next week.

Diggs is our No. 4 standard WR and No. 4 PPR WR, though he has more overall value in PPR leagues.

2021 STANDARD FANTASY RANKINGS:
Quarterback | Running back | Wide receiver | Tight end | D/ST | Kicker | Top 200

DeVonta Smith injury update

After missing time with a knee injury, Smith finally made his NFL debut in a preseason game against the Patriots on Thursdray. While he saw limited action (two catches, 19 yards), he looked healthy and showed off his pristine route-running skills. Smith said his knee felt good after the game, so barring any setbacks, there’s no reason to believe he won’t be active in Week 1.

Smith is ranked No. 40 in our standard WR rankings and No. 36 in our WR PPR rankings.