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Injuries continued to pile up across the league this week, leaving several teams with major questions heading into the stretch run. A handful of key offensive players suffered significant setbacks, including multiple likely season-ending injuries. With fantasy playoffs underway, these developments carry major implications and will force managers to adjust quickly.
Key: Position Player, Team | Injury | Projected Return to Play
QB Daniel Jones, Indianapolis | Achilles | Likely Season-Ending
Daniel Jones had been battling a fibula fracture entering Week 14, and when he went down with a non-contact injury, there was immediate concern that he may have aggravated the issue. Unfortunately, the Colts later diagnosed Jones with an Achilles injury, and early indications are that it is season-ending.
Breaking: Colts QB Daniel Jones will undergo surgery for his torn Achilles, sources tell @AdamSchefter. pic.twitter.com/aOgi5wjOTU
— ESPN (@espn) December 8, 2025
WR Tee Higgins, Cincinnati | Concussion | Projecting Week 16 Return
Tee Higgins exited Sunday’s game and entered the blue medical tent to be evaluated for a concussion. Despite video showing him hitting the back of his head hard on the turf, Higgins was ultimately cleared to return to action.
On Monday, however, Higgins entered the concussion protocol after experiencing a delayed onset of symptoms. Given the questionable handling of his intial evaluation, I expect the NFL to monitor this situation closely. It’s very possible that Higgins misses Week 15.
WR CeeDee Lamb, Dallas | Concussion | Projecting Week 16 Return
CeeDee Lamb is another star WR who suffered a concussion in Week 14. While by video Lamb's concussion did seem severe, video is never diagnostic for any injury - including concussions. I would expect Lamb to miss at least one week since most players do, however Lamb's injury did occur on Thursday night. It is possible the extra few days allow him ample time to return.
pic.twitter.com/IQ2nl5vN4A CeeDee Lamb exited the Cowboys’ loss to the Lions after suffering a concussion on a scary end-zone fall. Trainers quickly ruled him out as Dallas struggled to keep pace in Detroit.
— Political Maverick (@PoliticalMav) December 5, 2025
RB De'Von Achane, Miami | Rib | Projecting Active Week 15
De’Von Achane exited Sunday’s game with a rib injury, but his absence appeared to be largely precautionary. Post-game reports from Miami indicated that Achane could have returned if needed, but the team chose to hold him out. Given that level of optimism, Achane is trending toward being active for Week 15, barring any unexpected setbacks.