NFL news, live updates: De'Von Achane knee injury 'not optimistic'; Justin Jefferson dealing with ankle injury
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Another Sunday afternoon slate is in the books — and Week 3 was busy, ending with a bang as the Los Angeles Rams seemingly ended up on the end of a wrong DPI call that shifted the trajectory of their week. Unfortunately, it was also another Sunday that yielded several more injuries we'll have to monitor throughout the week. Among the biggest to watch, particularly for fantasy managers, is a knee injury to Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane. He limped off after the first drive of the game and was eventually ruled out. After the game, Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley noted that the prognosis did "not sound optimistic," although the team is awaiting further news on his status.The Minnesota Vikings escaped with a win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers despite losing All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson to an ankle injury. Meanwhile, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (rib) was also injured Sunday afternoon against the Arizona Cardinals before eventually being carted off after entering the week as questionable with a hip issue.One team that can't blame their woes on an injury? The New England Patriots, who have the ultimate Super Bowl hangover, started the year 1-2 while quarterback Drake Maye struggles to gain his footing, currently tied to lead the league with four interceptions to pair with just a single passing touchdown.Follow along with Yahoo Sports for the latest NFL news, injury updates and more coming out of Week 3.
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