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Mike Washington Jr. game-time decision for Week 7 vs. Rams

Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against the Rams, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

By Cole Hartwell

Las Vegas Raiders running back Mike Washington Jr. is considered a game-time decision for the team’s Week 7 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Fowler reports there is some optimism, but the Raiders need to see how Washington feels today.

What happened

Washington has been dealing with foot and back injuries. He was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice, according to a prior report, and he was listed as a non-participant on Thursday’s injury report. The Raiders host the Rams on Sunday, October 25.

Context

Washington has appeared in all six of the Raiders’ games this season. He has 26.9 PPR points, 34 carries for 168 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown. He has also caught 3 passes for 11 receiving yards. Most recently, in Week 6, he had 9 carries for 43 rushing yards, plus one reception for 7 yards.

Depth chart

Ashton Jeanty is the Raiders’ RB1 and is not listed with an injury tag. He has 100.4 PPR points and 313 rushing yards this season. Connor Heyward is RB3, with 1.7 PPR points, and Dylan Laube is RB4, with 10.4 PPR points.

Timeline

On October 24, Fantasy Football Desk reported that Washington was not on the field for the portion of Thursday’s practice open to reporters. Sam Warren of The Athletic had reported Washington’s absence. Washington was a limited participant Wednesday because of foot and back injuries, and Thursday’s injury report listed him as a non-participant. Yahoo Sports noted that this looked like a setback.

What’s next

The Raiders host the Rams on Sunday, October 25. Washington’s status will be determined before the game.

Fowler: Mike Washington Jr. (foot, back) considered a game-time decision for Week 7.

Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. (foot/back) is considered a game-time decision today vs Rams, per sources. Some optimism exists but Raiders needs to see how he feels today.

🏈 Fantasy impact

Washington is a risky start in Week 7. Even if he plays, he has been a backup to Ashton Jeanty, who dominates touches with 98 carries and 36 targets on the season. Washington’s 4.5 PPR points per game and a 5.6-point projection make him a low-upside option. In most formats, Washington should be left on the bench or dropped; his 50,425 league drops in the last 24 hours indicate managers are moving on.

Quick answers

Will Mike Washington Jr. play in Week 7?

Washington is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Rams, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.

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