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Marcus Mariota Injured in Week 4: Fantasy Impact on Commanders QB

Mariota heads to locker room after injury, leaving fantasy managers scrambling.

By Cole Hartwell
Marcus Mariota
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Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is dealing with an injury in the first half of the Week 4 game against the Indianapolis Colts, according to the Sporting News.

He has now made his way to the locker room for further medical evaluation, per Field Yates of ESPN.

What happened

Mariota first went to the medical tent on the sideline before being taken to the locker room. Underdog NFL reported both moves on Sunday.

There is no word yet on the nature or severity of the injury. The Commanders have not provided an official update.

Mariota had been Washington’s starting quarterback, playing 72% of snaps through the first three weeks. He was coming off a 20.4 PPR point performance in Week 3.

Context

Mariota had been added in over 25,000 Sleeper leagues in the last 24 hours, making him a popular waiver pickup this week. He was projected to score 16.2 PPR points in Week 4 before the injury.

If Mariota cannot return, the Commanders would likely turn to their backup quarterback for the remainder of the game.

What’s next

Mariota’s status for the rest of the game is uncertain. He will undergo further evaluation in the locker room.

Fantasy managers should monitor updates from the Commanders on his condition.

Marcus Mariota has now made his way to the locker room for further medical evaluation.

Status alert: Marcus Mariota headed to locker room Sunday.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Mariota was a mid-tier QB2 with streaming appeal this week, but his injury derails that. If he misses significant time, he should be dropped in most 1QB leagues. The Commanders’ backup quarterback would see a boost in superflex formats, but likely lacks the same fantasy ceiling. Monitor reports on Mariota’s availability for Week 5 before making any roster moves. In the meantime, pivot to another streaming option if you were relying on Mariota.

Quick answers

Should I drop Marcus Mariota in fantasy football?

If Mariota misses extended time, he can be dropped in most 1QB leagues. Monitor news on his status before making a decision.

Sources

  1. Player data (Sleeper)
  2. Marcus Mariota injury update: Latest news on Commanders QB's status in Wek 4 game (Sporting News)
  3. Marcus Mariota has now made his way to the locker room for further medical evaluation. (X (@FieldYates))
  4. Status alert: Marcus Mariota headed to locker room Sunday. (X (@UnderdogNFL))
  5. Status alert: Marcus Mariota headed to medical tent Sunday. (X (@UnderdogNFL))

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