As the NFL regular season nears its conclusion, Week 18 promises to be an action-packed day filled with crucial matchups and injury updates that fantasy football players must track. Key players will be sidelined, while others look to make impactful returns. The following highlights and insights summarize the latest injury reports and the schedule for games happening today.
### Injured/Inactives Watchlist
In the lead-up to the final games of the 2024 NFL regular season, several notable players are marked as inactive or dealing with injuries:
– **Justin Fields** (Chicago Bears) – Not expected to play due to a shoulder injury.
– **Trevor Lawrence** (Jacksonville Jaguars) – Listed as questionable with an ankle issue but is expected to start.
– **Tyreek Hill** (Miami Dolphins) – Will not play as he is nursing a calf strain.
– **Josh Allen** (Buffalo Bills) – Activated before the game but was observed with a precautionary ankle brace.
– **Deebo Samuel** (San Francisco 49ers) – Confirmed out with a hamstring injury.
### NFL Week 18 Game Schedule
Key games to watch today include:
– **Miami Dolphins vs. New York Jets** at 1 PM ET.
– **Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots** at 1 PM ET.
– **San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks** at 4:25 PM ET.
– **Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders** at 4:25 PM ET.
### Quotes from Coaches and Players
– Head Coach **Mike McDaniel** of the Miami Dolphins commented on Hill’s absence, stating, “Tyreek’s speed and playmaking ability will be missed, but we trust the depth of our roster.”
– **Trevor Lawrence**, if he starts, expressed optimism, saying, “I feel good enough to make an impact on the field today, and I’m ready to give my all for the team.”
With the playoffs looming, every team is keen on securing a good positioning before the postseason, making today’s games critically important for both players and fans alike.
