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Running backs are a key part of fantasy football. A stable RB corps can elevate an average fantasy football team to an exquisite one.
A stellar RB can operate as a high-yardage runner, great pass catcher, and touchdown threat on both the ground and in the air. Ahead of Week 8, let's explore the injury status of prominent RBs in the league.
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Week 8 RBs injury report
#1 Kenneth Walker III's injury update
According to CBS Sports, Kenneth Walker III was a limited participant in Thursday's training session. That Seattle Seahawks star is recovering from illness.
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Walker III played through illness in the Seahawks' Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons. He still recorded 93 yards and two touchdowns. He is expected to line up for the upcoming game against the Buffalo Bills.
#2 Rhamondre Stevenson's injury update
According to CBS Sports, Rhamondre Stevenson made a return to New England Patriots practice on Thursday. He missed Wednesday's session due to a foot injury and personal reasons.
Participation in Friday's training session will be crucial in determining whether Stevenson plays on Sunday or not.
#3 Kareem Hunt's injury update
According to Yahoo Sports, Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt was a full participant in Thursday's training session. It comes just a day after he missed Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury.
It's expected that Hunt will play a huge role in Week 8. The former Pro Bowler has amassed a stat line of 63 carries for 249 rushing yards and three TDs in three games.
#4 Alvin Kamara's injury update
According to the Sporting News, New Orleans Saints star running back Alvin Kamara is dealing with a broken hand. The perennial Pro Bowler has been playing with the injury since Week 5.
Kamara hasn't missed a game this season, but it remains to be seen whether the Saints will continue to risk him in the future.
#5 Jonathan Taylor's injury update
According to Yahoo Sports, Indianapolis Colts star RB Jonathan Taylor might make his long-awaited return to the Gridiron on Sunday against the Houston Texans. Taylor hasn't played since Week 4 due to an ankle injury.
The report states that the former Pro Bowler is dealing with some soreness in the ankle. However, Taylor doesn't consider it a big deal as he attempts to make a comeback against the Texans.
#6 Jerome Ford's injury update
According to CBS Sports, Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford missed Thursday's training session due to a hamstring injury. The stand-in RB missed Week 7's game against the Bengals.
However, the Browns wouldn't be too concerned as they have superstar running back Nick Chubb back from injury.
#7 Jordan Mason's injury update
According to CBS Sports, San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason participated in Thursday's session. Mason is dealing with a shoulder injury.
The 49ers will hope that Mason's injury isn't too serious, as they're still without RB1 Christian McCaffrey due to injury issues.
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