
Episode #59
Puka, McLaurin & McConkey: Saturday’s Fantasy Football Check-In
# Week 4 Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Puka Returns, McLaurin Watch & Sunday Lineup Decisions Get your **Week 4 fantasy football lineup** ready before Sunday’s early London kickoff. In the October 3 episode of **Fantasy Football Check-In**, Judy Adabie covers the latest injury updates, quarterback replacements, injured reserve moves, and start/sit decisions—including Puka Nacua’s return, Terry McLaurin’s uncertain status, and Seattle’s changing backfield. **In this episode:** - **Colts vs. Commanders:** Keenan Allen is ruled out, and Terry McLaurin’s hamstring injury needs monitoring before the **9:30 a.m. ET London kickoff**. - **Ravens vs. Titans:** Lamar Jackson has no injury designation. Zay Flowers and Tyjae Spears remain questionable, so have backup options ready. - **Bears vs. Jets:** Tyson Bagent is expected to start. Is he worth considering in superflex and two-quarterback leagues? - **Rams vs. Eagles:** Puka Nacua is set to play, though his workload remains a question. Terrance Ferguson goes on IR, Colby Parkinson is questionable, and Zach Ertz becomes a possible tight end replacement with Dallas Goedert out. - **Seahawks backfield:** Jadarian Price goes on IR, putting George Holani and Emanuel Wilson in focus. Zach Charbonnet’s practice window opens—is it time to stash him? - **Chargers:** Ladd McConkey’s questionable status creates a difficult decision before his **4:25 p.m. ET game**. - **49ers vs. Broncos:** Mike Evans remains a game-time decision. Plan your replacement before earlier games lock. - **Panthers vs. Lions:** Xavier Legette goes on IR, increasing interest in Brycen Tremayne ahead of Sunday Night Football. **Your Sunday lineup checklist:** Check London inactives around **8 a.m. ET**, revisit questionable players in the early games around **11:30 a.m. ET**, and keep later-game replacements available when possible. **Which start/sit decision is giving you the most trouble?** Drop your question in the comments, and subscribe to Fan Girl Football for fantasy football injury news, waiver wire targets, and weekly lineup advice. Connect with our women’s fantasy football community at [FanGirlFootball.com](https://fangirlfootball.com). *Player updates reflect the information discussed in the October 3, 2026 episode.* #FantasyFootball #Week4FantasyFootball #FantasyFootballInjuries #StartSit #FanGirlFootball



