Ravens running back Gus Edwards made his triumphant return to the field two weeks ago after missing last season due to a torn ACL, but a hamstring injury has him "doubtful" for Week 9's Monday night game against New Orleans.
We'll continue to update this article with news on Edwards until the official active/inactive report comes out on Monday around 6:45 p.m. ET.
Is Gus Edwards playing Monday night Week 9?
Edwards (hamstring) was officially listed as "doubtful" ahead of the Ravens' Monday night contest against the Saints. The veteran running back suffered the soft-tissue injury in the fourth quarter of last week's game against the Buccaneers. Before exiting the prime-time matchup, Edwards had 65 rushing yards on 11 carries. The 27-year-old running back did not practice throughout the week.
WEEK 9 STANDARD RANKINGS:
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If the Ravens are without Edwards, which is obviously likely, then they will likely turn to veteran running back Kenyan Drake, who did not run the ball well against the Buccaneers, as 40 of his 62 yards came on one play. However, he managed a receiving touchdown and should see around 12-plus touches on Monday night
WEEK 9 PPR RANKINGS:
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Owners hope Drake can give them a solid effort against the Saints, who have allowed the seventh-fewest fantasy points to RBs this season. It is not a great fantasy matchup for Drake on paper. However, with an unprecedented six teams on a bye, he still has RB2/flex upside thanks to 12-plus guaranteed touches.
