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Newer update on Keenan Allen: Daniel Jones injury update: Full practice with ankle issue ahead of Week 6 vs. Titans

Keenan Allen questionable for Week 4, Kalif Raymond sleeper upside

Allen's groin injury clouds his status, while Raymond continues to produce in Chicago's passing game.

By Cole Hartwell
Keenan Allen
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Keenan Allen’s availability for the Colts’ Week 4 game against the Commanders is in doubt after he missed Friday’s practice with a groin injury. Allen had been a limited participant earlier in the week but is now listed as questionable.

What happened

Allen was a non-participant in Friday’s practice due to the groin issue, according to NBC Sports and RotoWire. He had been limited in the first two practices of the week before the downgrade. The Colts have designated him as questionable for Sunday’s game in London, which kicks off at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Context

Allen has been more involved in the Colts offense in recent weeks, catching six of nine targets for 63 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against the Texans. His increased role came after Alec Pierce was placed on injured reserve with a heel injury. Allen’s nine targets and 74% snap share in Week 3 suggest quarterback Daniel Jones is comfortable targeting him. He has 13 receptions for 100 yards and one touchdown through three games this season.

What’s next

Allen’s practice status on Saturday will be closely monitored. If he cannot play, the Colts could turn to Darius Slayton, who has not yet appeared in a game since signing with the team last month. Ashton Dulin has been a full participant in practice after missing two games with an ankle injury and could also see more work.

Kalif Raymond, meanwhile, continues to be a reliable target in the Bears’ passing game. He caught six passes for 90 yards and a touchdown in Week 3, his third straight game with at least five catches and five targets. Raymond has 19 receptions on 21 targets for 214 yards and a touchdown through three games.

Raymond’s role in the Bears offense has grown in his first season with the team. He led Chicago in receiving yards against the Eagles and has caught 90.5% of his targets. His snap share has risen from 60% in Week 1 to 75% in Week 3.

Keenan Allen (groin) questionable for Week 4.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Allen is a borderline WR3/flex option if he plays, but his questionable status makes him risky for Week 4. Fantasy managers should have a backup plan ready, as the Colts’ early kickoff in London could complicate lineup decisions. If Allen sits, Darius Slayton and Ashton Dulin would see increased opportunities, but neither is a strong fantasy play. Raymond is a sleeper flex play in a high-scoring Bears offense. He has been remarkably consistent with at least five catches and five targets in every game and is widely available on waiver wires. Managers dealing with injuries or bye weeks can trust Raymond as a volume-based flex option.

Quick answers

Should I start Kalif Raymond in fantasy football?

Raymond has at least five catches and five targets in every game this season and is a solid flex option in a high-scoring Bears offense.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. Keenan Allen misses Friday's practice, questionable to play Sunday (NBC Sports / ProFootballTalk)
  3. Keenan Allen: Questionable for Week 4 (RotoWire)
  4. Keenan Allen (groin) questionable for Week 4. (X (@UnderdogNFL))
  5. Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 4? Keenan Allen, Kalif Raymond, David Montgomery, Jordan Addison, Devaughn Vele, Jalen Coker, DJ Moore, Deebo Samuel, Malik Washington (RotoBaller)
  6. Fantasy Football Sleepers: Keenan Allen, Jacoby Brissett among underrated options for Week 4 (Yahoo Sports)

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