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David Njoku Finds The End Zone In Week 12

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught five of his seven targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in a 23-17 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Njoku was relatively quiet for much of the game before he made a spectacular, one-handed catch in the back of the end zone on fourth-and-10 to tie the game and send it into overtime. Njoku appears to be fully over the ankle sprain that forced him to miss two games and will settle in as a solid TE1 heading into a Week 13 matchup against the Houston Texans.

Nov 27 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku's Snap Count Uncertain Versus Buccaneers

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle/knee) will play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12, but it's unclear whether or not he'll be on a snap count like he was last week against the Buffalo Bills. Njoku played just 28 snaps to Harrison Bryant's 55 in that game and caught just two passes for 17 yards. With all that said, risk is baked into his Week 12 fantasy outlook. If he plays the full complement of snaps, his upside has proven to be high. Ultimately, the tight end position is extra scarce this season with a ton of key injuries, so the risk is probably worth it in Week 12.

Nov 25 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Not At Practice Wednesday

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle, knee) missed Wednesday's practice as his team began preparations to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Njoku missed games in Weeks 8 and 10 with a bye week in between with an ankle injury, but the knee issue is a new injury for the breakout star. If he is able to suit up in Week 12, Njoku would draw an excellent matchup against a Tampa Bay defense that is allowing the seventh-most fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends in 2022. Keep an eye on the practice reports from Thursday and Friday to see what Njoku's chances of playing are in Week 12. If he suits up, consider him a low-end TE1.

Nov 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Hauls In Two Passes In Week 11

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku made his return to the field in Week 11 after missing the previous two games with an ankle injury. He was quiet in the 31-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills, catching just two of his three targets for 17 yards on the afternoon. Njoku didn't appear to be limited by the ankle as he hurdled a Buffalo defender with ease after one of his catches, although he did not play a full complement of snaps in the contest. Look for Njoku to play more in Week 12 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Nov 20 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Active For Week 11

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is officially active for Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. Njoku returns following a two-game absence. He has hauled in 34 passes for 418 yards and one touchdown through seven games this season, giving him plenty of appeal as a mid-to-low TE1 in fantasy football this week. His value should only rise when Deshaun Watson takes over in Week 12.

Nov 20 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Questionable To Play

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is currently considered questionable for the Week 11 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. The good news is, Njoku was able to return to the practice field on Thursday. That is a step in the right direction with Njoku being sidelined since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 7. The 26-year-old was in the middle of a breakout campaign before going down with this injury. That being said, fantasy managers should hold to hold him through this issue. He could be a risky play this week because he probably won't be 100 percent and the Bills have an above average defense. Although, Njoku should still be able to produce low-end TE1 value, assuming he's able to play.

Nov 18 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Returns To Practice

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) returned to the practice field on Thursday. It's unclear if Njoku was able to put in a full practice or if he was just limited, but either way, his return gives him a chance to play in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills. Thursday was Njoku's first practice since he suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 7. The 26-year-old was having a breakout season before his ankle injury, catching 34 of his 42 targets for 418 yards and a touchdown, so he should remain rostered in all leagues. Njoku will be extra risky as a TE1 if he plays at less than 100 percent this weekend, especially on the road against a strong Bills defense in what is expected to be a snowstorm.

Nov 17 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Misses Wednesday's Practice

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) didn't practice on Wednesday as he continues to recover from an ankle injury he suffered in Week 7. It's not a good sign for his availability in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, but Njoku also has two more days to try and get back on the practice field. The 26-year-old deserves to be stashed in all fantasy formats while he's injured, as he was having a breakout season for the Browns before his injury. If Njoku misses another contest, Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown will continue to see more playing time. Bryant is the one worth streaming as a TE2 with touchdown upside after he found the end zone for the first time this year in Week 10 on three catches for 15 yards.

Nov 16 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Ruled Out Against Dolphins

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has been officially ruled out for Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins. Njoku hasn't practiced or played since suffering a high left-ankle sprain in Week 7, and he won't be able to return this weekend after resting up during last week's bye. The 26-year-old will have to return to the practice field next week in order to have a shot to suit up in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, but it wouldn't be a surprise if he missed another week. In Njoku's absence in Week 8, Harrison Bryant played 74 percent of the offensive snaps but wasn't targeted at all in the passing game. Fantasy managers should ignore Bryant again this weekend. Receivers Amari Cooper and Donovan Peoples-Jones will likely benefit from more targets in the passing game with Njoku out again.

Nov 11 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Remains Out Of Practice

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was unable to suit up for practice on Thursday. This marks back-to-back days that Njoku has been unable to get on the practice field. At this point, it seems unlikely that Njoku is going to suit up for the Week 10 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Fantasy managers should keep an IR spot open for Njoku as he is trending in the wrong direction. Harrison Bryant would start in his place, but he doesn't offer much streaming value.

Nov 10 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Misses Practice To Start The Week

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) did not take part in the team's practice on Wednesday. Njoku himself expected to be available to play in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins, but the team is pumping the brakes on his return after he missed Week 8. There remains a strong chance that he will miss a second straight game this Sunday. The 26-year-old will probably need to put in a full practice later this week to have a realistic shot at returning against Miami. Fantasy managers must have a backup plan in place yet again. With Njoku out in Week 8, neither Harrison Bryant nor Pharaoh Brown recorded a catch in the win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Keep Njoku stashed in all fantasy leagues while he's injured.

Nov 9 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Hopeful To Play Against Dolphins

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is hopeful he can return to the field for the team's Week 10 matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Njoku missed Week 8 against the Bengals before Cleveland went on a bye week, but if he plays Sunday, he's a top-tier starter in a favorable matchup for tight ends. Cole Kmet just posted two touchdowns against Miami, so it won't be surprising if Njoku has a strong game. Njoku was a top-five fantasy tight end before suffering the injury.

Nov 7 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Ruled Out For Monday Night Game

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has officially been ruled out in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. As expected, Njoku wasn't able to practice all week after suffering a high-ankle sprain in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The good news for Njoku's fantasy managers is that the Browns have their bye in Week 9, so there's a chance he could be ready to return to the field in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins. Continue to stash him in all formats for now. In Njoku's absence on Monday, Harrison Bryant will take on a bigger pass-catching role in Cleveland's offense, and he'll have some TE2 streaming appeal as a result.

Oct 29 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Not At Friday's Practice

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was not spotted at practice Friday, and his availability for Monday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals is very much in doubt. Since Njoku was seen wearing a walking boot after the loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 7, there have been conflicting reports of how long he could be out. His range is somewhere between 2-5 weeks, so it'll be a surprise if he plays Monday. Harrison Bryant can be used as a decent tight-end streaming play in his absence.

Oct 28 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Says He's Feeling Better

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) said his high-ankle sprain is feeling better every day and said, "we'll see," when asked about whether he'll play in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Njoku was diagnosed with a left high-ankle sprain on Monday and is expected to miss anywhere from two to five weeks, so it's highly unlikely that he'll suit up on Halloween night this week. The 26-year-old was seen in a walking boot after last Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Fantasy managers should keep him stashed but should already have another option in place at the TE position. With Njoku likely to miss multiple weeks, Harrison Bryant should step into the to pass-catching role in Cleveland, making him a potential TE2 streamer.

Oct 27 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Expected To Miss 2-5 Weeks

Updating a previous report, further testing showed that Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) suffered a high-ankle sprain in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. He will not require surgery but is expected to be out for two to five weeks, according to a source. It's a tough break for Njoku and his fantasy managers, as the 26-year-old was in the midst of a breakout season for Cleveland, catching 34 of his 42 targets for 418 yards and a touchdown in seven games. He's worth stashing in an Injured Reserve spot if you have the roster space. Harrison Bryant will now take on a much bigger pass-catching role with Njoku sidelined, but he'll merely be a TE2 streamer in Cleveland's run-first offense.

Oct 24 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Considered Week-To-Week

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that tight end David Njoku (ankle) is week-to-week after injuring his left ankle in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Fellow tight end Pharaoh Brown is also in the concussion protocol. Njoku was seen in a walking boot and using crutches after Sunday's game, so there's a good chance he won't be active in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals next Monday night. Fantasy managers need to formulate a backup plan for next weekend if they've been using the 26-year-old as their starting tight end. If Njoku misses any time, Harrison Bryant should see more targets in the passing game as a TE2 streamer in deeper leagues in this run-first offense.

Oct 24 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku's Injury Not Considered Significant

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was seen in a walking boot following the team's Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens and is reportedly dealing with an ankle sprain that "isn't serious." Tests early this week will help determine Njoku's availability for Week 8, but the good news is that the talented tight end should avoid a multi-game absence with Cleveland's bye coming in Week 9. With the Browns playing next Monday night, Njoku will have over a week to recover, so fantasy managers should monitor practice reports to see his chances of suiting up. If the Browns decide to hold him before the Week 9 bye, Harrison Bryant could be nice bye-week streamer in deeper leagues.

Oct 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Wearing A Walking Boot

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was observed wearing a walking boot after Sunday's loss to the Ravens. He suffered a left ankle injury in the third quarter and did not return. The 26-year-old looked good in Week 7 before going down, catching all seven of his targets for 71 yards. Fortunately, the Browns won't play again until the AFC North encounter with the Bengals on Monday night, so barring anything serious, he has a better chance of suiting up with an extra day to rest.

Oct 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Done For The Day

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. He hauled in all seven of his targets for 71 yards before exiting. Promising second-year tight end Harrison Bryant will play more snaps for the duration of Njoku's absence.

Oct 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku A TE1 Vs. Baltimore

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku is in the midst of a breakout season in his sixth season in the NFL, having gone over 72 receiving yards in three contests. Njoku has established himself as the No. 2 target in the Cleveland passing game, behind only Amari Cooper and has a chance to build on his strong season in his Week 7 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Baltimore is allowing the 16th-most fantasy points per game to the tight end position thus far in 2022. Njoku is a top-six fantasy tight end heading into Week 7.

Oct 20 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Draws A Plus Matchup In Week 6

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku is in the midst of a breakout season. After a quiet start to the season, the explosive tight end has caught 20 balls for 250 yards over his past three contests. Njoku will look to stay hot in a home matchup against the New England Patriots in Week 6. The Patriots have been generous to opposing tight ends in 2022, allowing the 10th-most fantasy points per game to the position thus far. Njoku has become entrenched as the No. 2 option in the Cleveland passing attack and should have a consistent role against the Patriots in Week 6. Treat him as a mid-range TE1 in fantasy on Sunday.

Oct 14 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Catches Six Passes In Week 5

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught all six of his targets for 88 yards in a 30-28 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5. Njoku has been on a tear over his past three games, combining for 20 catches for 250 yards on 23 targets over that span. The veteran tight end has ascended to the No. 2 option in the Cleveland passing attack, making him a rock-solid TE1 for fantasy moving forward. He should be in fantasy lineups for a Week 6 home matchup against the New England Patriots.

Oct 9 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku A TE1 In Week 5

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku has been on a hot streak of late, having caught 14 passes for 162 yards over his past two games. Njoku has emerged as the No. 2 option in the Cleveland passing game, behind only Amari Cooper. He will look to keep the hot streak going in a Week 5 home matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Chargers have been tough on enemy tight ends in 2022, allowing just the 20th-most fantasy points per game to the position thus far. Despite the tough matchup, treat Njoku as a low-end TE1 for Week 5 in what could be a high-scoring game.

Oct 7 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Goes For 73 Yards In Week 4

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught five of his seven targets for 73 yards in a 23-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 4. Njoku wound up leading the team in receiving in the loss while finishing second in targets. Things weren't all great for the veteran tight end, however, as he lost a fumble in the first half that set the Falcons up for a Cordarrelle Patterson touchdown run. Njoku has been on fire over the past two weeks, having caught 14 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown over that span. He will be a low-end TE1 in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Oct 2 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Cleared To Play In Week 4

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) missed practice on Wednesday and was limited on Thursday, but got in a full practice on Friday and was removed from the team's final injury report. He will suit up against an Atlanta Falcons defense that is allowing the sixth-most passing yards per game through three weeks. Njoku was quiet to start the season but exploded for nine receptions, 89 yards, and a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers last week. He trails only Amari Cooper on the Browns in targets and will look to stay heavily involved as a solid fantasy TE1 in Week 4.

Sep 30 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Sits Out Thursday's Practice

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) didn't suit up for practice on Thursday. He was officially listed on the injury report with a knee injury. However, it sounds like this was more of a rest day for Njoku. Fantasy managers shouldn't be concerned about Njoku going forward. He should be fine for the Week 4 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. He could push his way into the TE1 picture, assuming he continues to play well.

Sep 29 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Could Be Coverage-Scheme Dependent

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku had a career-high nine catches on 10 targets for 89 yards and a touchdown in Thursday night's 29-17 win over the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. It was the most catches by a Browns tight end in a single game since Jordan Cameron had nine in 2013. "I think that is the thing with Dave. We have talked about it. There are games where coverage dictates the ball goes elsewhere, and he blocks his rear end off," head coach Kevin Stefanski said. Njoku has played at least 88 percent of the snaps through three games, but his strength as a blocker in the Browns strong run game means that his production will probably come and go, which is why he's still not in the TE1 picture on a weekly basis. But the former first-rounder's performance in Week 3 surely makes him more attractive as a TE2 stash.

Sep 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Finds The End Zone Vs. Steelers

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught nine of his 10 targets for 89 yards and a touchdown in a 29-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3. Njoku was a bright spot in the Cleveland offense, finishing second in receiving behind only Amari Cooper. His second-quarter touchdown came on a seven-yard reception from Jacoby Brissett. Njoku has long held this sort of potential but inconsistency has been an issue for him over the year. That being said, an 89-yard game out of Njoku puts him squarely in the TE1 conversation in fantasy moving forward. He will be a solid starting option in fantasy heading into a Week 4 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Sep 23 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku's Week 3 Outlook For Fantasy Football

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku is off to a slow start in 2022, having caught just four passes for 39 yards over two games. He will look to break out against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3's Thursday game. Njoku caught seven passes for 67 yards and a touchdown in two games against Pittsburgh in 2021. The veteran tight end will continue to see a limited ceiling in fantasy thanks to a run-heavy Cleveland offense led by Jacoby Brissett. Treat him as a low-end TE2 for Week 3.

Sep 20 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Catches Three Balls In Week 2

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught three of his five targets for 32 yards in a 31-30 loss to the New York Jets in Week 2. Njoku bounced back in the loss after catching just one pass for seven yards back in Week 1. It could have been a bigger game for Njoku, who came down with a short reception in the end zone on a fade but couldn't get both of his feet down inbounds. Njoku remains an explosive player but his weekly usage will vary depending on game flow in the run-first Cleveland offense. He will be a high-end TE2 in Week 3's Thursday game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Sep 18 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Week 2 Outlook For Fantasy Football

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku turned in a quiet game in a Week 1 win over the Carolina Panthers, catching just one ball for seven yards. The explosive tight end will look to bounce back at home against the New York Jets in Week 2. Njoku draws an exploitable matchup as the Jets struggled to contain tight ends in fantasy in 2021, allowing the fifth-most fantasy points per game to the position. That being said, his production could be limited by a Cleveland offense that wants to be run-heavy with Jacoby Brissett under center. Fantasy gamers should treat Njoku as a boom/bust TE2 for fantasy in Week 2.

Sep 15 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku Catches One Ball In Week 1

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught his lone target for a seven-yard gain in a 26-24 win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. The one-catch game comes as a disappointment as Njoku was a popular sleeper pick at tight end in fantasy during the preseason. Instead, he was outproduced by backup tight end Harrison Bryant, who caught two passes for 18 yards. The Cleveland offense was content to lean on the running game in Week 1 instead of putting too much on Jacoby Brissett's plate. That could be an issue for Njoku going forward as it will limit the explosive tight end's ceiling. Treat the veteran tight end as a mid-range TE2 heading into a Week 2 matchup against the New York Jets.

Sep 11 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku A TE2 In Week 1

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku will open the 2022 season with a road matchup against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. The Browns cut Austin Hooper in the offseason, allowing Njoku to ascend to the clear-cut No. 1 tight end role in town. Njoku is an explosive player and turned in some big games in 2021, but his early-season production could be inconsistent with Jacoby Brissett under center. Cleveland figures to be run-heavy on Sunday and the Panthers were moderately tough on tight ends in 2021, allowing the 22nd-most fantasy points per game to the position. Treat Njoku as a high-end TE2 in fantasy for Week 1.

Sep 8 · Source via Browns David Njoku

David Njoku In A Great Position For Fantasy Success

The Athletic's Zac Jackson thinks this is finally the year for Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku to put up numbers. Harrison Bryant will still see plenty of snaps and get his share of opportunities in the passing game, but Njoku has never been in a better fantasy position. The Browns inexperienced behind receiver Amari Cooper, and the switch to Jacoby Brissett limits what the offense can do. Brissett will mostly be a game manager, but he's capable of throwing short passes over the middle, and it's clear he's built chemistry with Njoku. The 26-year-old won't be a top-five fantasy tight end by season's end, but he should have some big games along the way. Consider Njoku a fine TE2 with upside as a weekly streaming choice.

Sep 2 · Source via Browns David Njoku

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