Davante Adams injury update: Hopeful for early return from hamstring
Rams coach Sean McVay says the team is hopeful Adams returns on the early side of his 6-10 week timeline.
Davante Adams (hamstring) could return on the early side of his 6-10 week timeline, according to Rams coach Sean McVay, per Adam Grosbard. The Rams are hopeful Adams is back sooner rather than later.
What happened
Adams ruptured his hamstring in the Rams’ Week 6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. He was initially expected to miss 6-10 weeks and was placed on injured reserve.
McVay’s latest update suggests Adams may beat that timeline. “The Rams are hopeful” he returns on the early side, per Adam Grosbard.
Context
Adams has 102.0 PPR points in 6 games this season, with 49 targets, 30 catches, 480 receiving yards, and 4 touchdowns. He is averaging 17.0 PPR points per game.
In the Rams’ depth chart, Adams is listed as the LWR6. Puka Nacua (113.6 PPR points in 5 games) is the top receiver, followed by Konata Mumpfield (29.2 PPR points), Jordan Whittington (3.2 PPR points), and Tutu Atwell (6.1 PPR points).
Timeline
Oct. 19 – Adams was ruled out for 6-10 weeks after rupturing his hamstring. Coach Sean McVay said it was a “significant” hamstring injury.
Oct. 22 – A report noted Adams will undergo surgery to accelerate his rehab, though the procedure had not yet been scheduled.
McVay says the Rams are hopeful Adams returns on the early side of his 6-10 week timeline.
What’s next
The Rams host the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8 on Sunday, November 1. Adams remains on injured reserve.
McVay: Rams hopeful Davante Adams (hamstring) returns on early side of 6-10 week timeline, per @AdamGrosbard.
🏈 Fantasy impact
Adams’ potential early return is encouraging, but managers should not expect him back before Week 12 at the absolute earliest based on the initial 6-week timeline. Since he is currently on IR, he is a stash candidate only in leagues with IR spots. The Rams’ passing game will continue to flow through Puka Nacua, who is projected for 21.6 PPR points in Week 8. Konata Mumpfield (4.4 projected points) and Tutu Atwell (2.6 projected points) are not viable fantasy starters. In redraft leagues, Adams can be dropped if you need the roster spot; his earliest possible return is still a month away. Hold Adams in IR if available, but do not start him until he practices fully.
Quick answers
Will Davante Adams play in Week 8?
No, Adams is on injured reserve and will not play in Week 8.
What is Davante Adams' injury status?
Adams is out with a ruptured hamstring and is on injured reserve. The Rams are hopeful he returns on the early side of his 6-10 week timeline.