Fantasy football managers are closely monitoring the injury status of several key players as Week 3 approaches in the 2024 season. Inside Injuries provides insights into the injury concerns for notable players that could impact fantasy lineups.

A.J. Brown, wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, is currently dealing with a hamstring strain that caused him to miss Week 2. It is expected that Brown will continue to be sidelined, with an Optimal Recovery Time of around 21 days, indicating he may also miss Week 4. Despite efforts to avoid placing him on injured reserve, Brown's Injury Risk remains high for the season, and his Health Performance Factor is projected to return to peak levels around Week 8.

San Francisco 49ers' wide receiver Deebo Samuel is battling a calf muscle injury, which requires caution due to its proximity to the Achilles tendon. While there have been no immediate concerns regarding Samuel's Achilles, the history of similar injuries prompts a watchful eye on his recovery. With an estimated Optimal Recovery Time of 18 days, Samuel's Injury Risk is high initially but is expected to improve as he regains peak performance upon his return.