Allen Lazard injury status: Latest on Jets WR for Fantasy Football Week 9

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard missed the game against the New England Patriots in Week 8 due to a chest injury. Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich has placed the week-to-week tag on him, raising questions about his availability for Week 9.

Given that the Jets will face the Houston Texans on Thursday night, it is unlikely that Lazard will be prepared to suit up in a short week.

Before last week's game, Lazard did not take part in any practices. He was doubtful to play before he was eventually listed as out. According to the Jets' recent injury report, he has yet to practice in any capacity.

Mike Williams filled in for Lazard as the Jets' No.3 WR last weekend. Despite not seeing any targets in the game, he is expected to keep the same position at MetLife Stadium on Thursday.

Fantasy managers should monitor Lazard's practice situation on Wednesday, but they should also be ready for the possibility that he won't be available in Week 9.

Allen Lazard's injury update: When will the Jets' WR return?

There is still no official timeline for Allen Lazard's return, and according to Ulbrich on Monday, he remains week-to-week.

Although it doesn't seem like Lazard's injury is severe enough to put him on injured reserve, it appears he will likely be out for a while.

This season, Lazard is averaging 58.9 yards per game while recording 30 catches on 45 targets for 412 yards and five touchdowns. Although he has been a reliable member of the Jets offense, his significance is expected to drop following the team's deal with the Las Vegas Raiders to bring in Davante Adams ahead of Week 7.

However, considering the lack of output from Mike Williams, Lazard's role as a WR3 seems secured upon return from injury.