DK Metcalf Dealing With Back Injury

DK Metcalf Dealing With Back Injury

11 months ago

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (back) was added to the Week 17 injury report on Thursday after he was unable to practice due to a new back injury. Receiver Dee Eskridge (ribs) also missed practice for the second straight day. Fantasy managers are going to need to keep a close eye on Metcalf's status heading into Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, as midweek injuries can often be problematic. Whether Metcalf can return to practice on Friday could go a long way into determining whether he'll be able to suit up in Week 17. If the 26-year-old is forced to miss this weekend's game, rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba (knee) would have much more upside alongside Tyler Lockett as Seattle's top two wideouts. Stay tuned for more information on Metcalf's status on Friday.

Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta