Free agent RB Jaret Patterson was signed to the active roster with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, Dec. 23. Free agent RB Royce Freeman was also signed to the practice squad.

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Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (ankle) is trending in the wrong direction ahead of Thursday's Christmas matchup against the division-rival Detroit Lions. Mason suffered an ankle injury during last week's win over the New York Giants. Mason has been a non-participant during the first two practices of the week. He's considered a long shot to suit up for Week 17 as a result. The absence of Mason would mean that Aaron Jones Sr. should see more work as the lead back in Minnesota. His fantasy value will certainly be on the rise, while Zavier Scott should see more chances as the backup as well. Fantasy managers should check back for more updates, but they should be prepared for Mason to miss this divisional clash on a short week.

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers will remain the starting quarterback for the Week 17 matchup against the division-rival Jacksonville Jaguars. Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed on Tuesday that Rivers would make his third straight start this weekend. The 44-year-old has earned himself another start after a promising outing during Monday's blowout loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Rivers has performed fairly well against two tough teams and will get at least one more start with the Colts technically still in playoff contention. The veteran signal-caller will be on the lower end of the streaming radar for this Sunday's game against the streaking Jags. In Monday night's loss to San Fran, Rivers went 23-for-35 passing for 277 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) was a non-participant during Tuesday's practice. Mariota has missed two straight practices after he was forced to exit early during Saturday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles due to injury. Mariota is trending in the wrong direction ahead of Thursday's Christmas matchup versus the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. If he sits out, Josh Johnson figures to make his first start of the season. The Commanders have also signed Jeff Driskel off the Arizona Cardinals' practice squad to add depth at the position. The fantasy value of the Commanders' pass-catchers would be downgraded if Johnson is forced to start in Week 17. As of right now, fantasy managers shouldn't be planning on having Mariota available on a short turnaround in Week 17.

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Houston Texans TE Dalton Schultz (knee) was a limited participant in practice Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Fantasy Spin: Schultz has two more days before the Texans play the Chargers so fantasy managers who intend on playing him should stay informed on his progress. He's part of that Tier 2 tight end contingent.

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (ankle) was forced to make an early exit from Monday's win over the Indianapolis Colts. The good news is that Kittle appears to have avoided any serious issues. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Kittle suffered a mid-to-low ankle sprain during Monday's blowout victory at Indy. His status for the Week 17 matchup against the Chicago Bears is up in the air right now. The 49ers will monitor Kittle during practice throughout the week before making a final decision. Fantasy managers will need to check back throughout the week for more updates on his status. Jake Tonges would be in line for increased playing time if Kittle is forced to miss any action, and he'd be in play as a TE2 streamer in deeper leagues if Kittle is unable to face Chicago on Sunday night.

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (foot) didn't participate during Tuesday's walkthrough. Allen is dealing with a foot issue that he suffered during Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns. It seems like the issue is still bothering him a few days afterwards, but fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried, as the expectation is that Allen will still be able to suit up for the Week 17 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the injury report throughout the week in case the superstar QB faces any type of setback. The absence of Allen would certainly be devastating to many fantasy managers playing in their championship games this weekend, given his elite weekly ceiling. If Allen were to miss Sunday's game, veteran Mitch Trubisky would take over QB1 duties in Buffalo.

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf will miss the remainder of the regular season after the league upheld his two-game suspension. Metcalf was suspended after a confrontation with a fan during Sunday's win against the Detroit Lions. The 28-year-old appealed his suspension but was unsuccessful as the league upheld the decision on Tuesday. The Steelers will now be without their top wideout for the final two games of the regular season. Adam Thielen and Calvin Austin III (hamstring) should see larger roles in the receiving game. Also, running back Kenneth Gainwell could take on an even larger role as he has tallied five or more receptions over each of his last three games. If Austin can move past his hamstring injury, he could hold WR3 upside in deeper leagues in a tilt against the Browns, as he should take on the WR1 role in the offense.

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Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (illness) did not practice Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Fantasy Spin: The Lions play Minnesota on Thursday so Montgomery has a few days to feel better. At this point, his situation isn't a major concern.

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Los Angeles Chargers LB Denzel Perryman had his two-game suspension appeal upheld by the NFL on Tuesday, Dec. 23. He was suspended for 'repeated violations of playing rules intended to protect the health and safety of players.'

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Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (back) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Fantasy Spin: Jackson suffered a back contusion in the Week 16 loss to New England. The Ravens still have three days to keep tabs on their star quarterback, who has had a disappointing season. He would be an iffy play if deemed healthy enough to play Saturday against the Green Bay Packers.

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Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (back) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23. CB Chidobe Awuzie (foot), RB Keaton Mitchell (calf) and OL Andrew Vorhees (foot) were limited participants. S Kyle Hamilton (ankle) and LB Jay Higgins (knee) practiced in full.

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Los Angeles Chargers WR Keenan Allen (rest), OG Mekhi Becton (knee), WR Derius Davis (ankle), OLB Khalil Mack (rest), S R.J. Mickens (shoulder), OG Jamaree Salyer (hamstring), DT Teair Tart (groin) and RB Kimani Vidal (neck) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23. OLB Bud Dupree (back) was a limited participant. QB Justin Herbert (left hand) and OT Trey Pipkins (ankle) were full participants.

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Houston Texans DE Denico Autry (knee), OT Trent Brown (ankle, knee), OT Aireontae Ersery (thumb), LB Jake Hansen (chest), DE Dylan Horton (hip), CB Kamari Lassiter (foot), DT Sheldon Rankins (knee), CB Derek Stingley Jr. (oblique) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23. LB Azeez Al-Shaair (ankle, knee), CB Ajani Carter (hamstring), TE Dalton Schultz (knee) were limited participants. LS Austin Brinkman (knee), LB Jamal Hill (wrist), RB Woody Marks (ankle) and WR Justin Watson (calf) practiced in full.

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Demarcus Robinson caught his first touchdown pass of the season in the team's 48-27 win over the Colts on Monday night. Robinson finished the game with two catches for 22 yards and the score on two targets. Outside of the trip to the end zone, Robinson did not benefit from Ricky Pearsall's (knee, ankle) absence from the game. Instead, Robinson appears to have slipped back behind Kendrick Bourne on the depth chart, seeing a 44% snap share to Bourne's 70% share. Given his lack of involvement in the offense all season, fantasy football managers shouldn't read too much into Robinson's touchdown on Monday. It is too early to know Pearsall's status for Week 17, but even if he is held out, Robinson should not be relied on in the fantasy football championship round.

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Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (illness) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23

Fantasy Spin: Montgomery has missed two days of practice on a short week, which is never a good sign of someone's availability. Fantasy players should have a backup plan ready if they need Montgomery in Week 17.

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Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) was limited in practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Fantasy Spin: St. Brown is progressing in practice this week and should be able to play on a short week. Fantasy players should count on St. Brown being a WR1 in their lineup until his status changes otherwise.

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Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (illness) and DB Avonte Maddox (back, illness) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23. Trystan Colon (wrist), DL Marcus Davenport (shoulder), OT Taylor Decker (shoulder), WR Tom Kennedy (abdomen), G Christian Mahogany (fibula), OT Giovanni Manu (knee), DL Alim McNeill (abdomen), DE Al-Quadin Muhammad (knee), CB Amik Robertson (hand), and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) were limited in practice on Tuesday. C Graham Glasgow (knee) practiced in full.

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Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason (ankle), QB J.J. McCarthy (hand), C Ryan Kelly (concussion), and TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23. DL Javon Hargrave (thigh), RB Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle), OT Brian O'Neill (heel), and LB Eric Wilson (thumb) were limited in practice on Tuesday. TE Gavin Bartholomew (back), RB Ty Chandler (knee), and LB Austin Keys (ankle) practiced in full.

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Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle) was limited in practice on Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Fantasy Spin: Jones Sr. has proven to be viable in the passing game for the Vikings; the offense will be limited in Week 17. With J.J. McCarthy being ruled, Max Brosmer will start, which hampers the potential for the entire lineup.

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