New York Jets running back Breece Hall is in a much better state to play in Week 15 than he was a week ago.
That's an unexpected surprise for fantasy football players who have relied on Hall's output for most of the NFL regular season.
Hall is officially listed as questionable, an upgrade from a week ago when he was doubtful before he was ruled out.
There is also good news surrounding Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans, who was back at practice on Friday. He has been dealing with a hamstring issue.
Below is a look at all of the significant injuries that will affect fantasy football matchups in Week 15.
- Breece Hall, RB, NYJ: Expected to play (knee), per ESPN.com's Rich Cimini.
- Bucky Irving, RB, TB: Game-time decision (hip), per Tampa Bay Times' Rick Stroud.
- D'Andre Swift, RB, CHI: Did not practice Friday (groin), per 670 The Score.
- Kenneth Walker III, RB, SEA: Doubtful (calf), per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
- Tony Pollard, RB. TEN: Questionable (ankle), per Nashville Post's John Glennon.
- George Pickens, WR, PIT: Out (hamstring), per Schefter.
- Keon Coleman, WR, BUF: Full participant in Friday practice (wrist), per team injury report.
- Dalton Kincaid, TE, BUF: Questionable (knee), per team injury report.
- Trey McBride, TE, ARI: Off injury report (knee), per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
- Alexander Mattison, RB, LV: Full participant in Friday practice (ankle), per team injury report.
- Ladd McConkey, WR, LAC: Limited participant in Thursday practice (knee/shoulder), per team injury report.
Breece Hall Expected to Play
Breece Hall is in line to return to the field after one week out.
Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich said that Hall "looks good", per ESPN.com's Rich Cimini.
Hall missed last week's clash with the Miami Dolphins, but he should be on the field for the showdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
On paper, the matchup against Jacksonville looks terrific for Hall and the Jets. The Jags conceded over 100 rushing yards in six straight games.
Five of Jacksonville's last six opponents ran for at least 125 yards, and a week ago it allowed 102 yards on 21 carries to Tennessee's Tony Pollard.
Hall has only run for over 100 yards once this season, but he has been consistent with his production.
The Jets star has had at least 60 rushing yards in four of his last five games and he's been over 50 rushing yards in all but three appearances.
Hall could be in line for a few touchdowns as well on Sunday since the Jags are tied for the fourth-highest touchdown concessions to opposing running backs.
Mike Evans Returns to Practice Friday
Mike Evans is also trending in the right direction for Week 15.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver practiced on Friday after missing a few days of practice earlier this week.
Evans followed a similar schedule last week and produced 69 receiving yards on four catches.
Evans was not needed as much in Week 14 because the Bucs took care of the Las Vegas Raiders.
He should take on more responsibilities in the passing game in a tougher matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Chargers aren't the easiest matchup for Evans, Baker Mayfield and the Bucs' passing game, but they have given up over 200 passing yards in three of the last four weeks.
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