Should I Pickup Dameon Pierce or Cam Akers? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 3
Houston Texans top tailback Joe Mixon has been nowhere to be found this week at practice after suffering an ankle injury during Houston's Sunday night victory over the Chicago Bears. This has caused chaos in the fantasy football universe.
Joe Mixon doubtful, Dameon Pierce out for Texans
Joe Mixon is listed as doubtful to play after missing practice all week with an ankle injury. Dameon Pierce has been ruled out with a hamstring injury and the two injuries leave Houston thin in the backfield for the matchup of 2-0 teams. Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale are the other backs on the team’s 53-man roster.
Mixon doubtful, Pierce out for Texans against Minnesota Sunday
Joe Mixon was injured in last Sunday’s primetime win over the Bears and didn’t practice all week. He’s officially listed as doubtful for this Sunday’s game. Mixon’s ankle was hurt in what he said was a hip-drop tackle, something that was banned by the NFL before the season.
Cam Akers in line to be Texans' RB1 against Vikings with Mixon, Pierce out
With Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce missing practice all week, Cam Akers is set to be the Texans' RB1 on Sunday in a matchup against his former team. Akers, who was with the Vikings last season, is in line for a big workload in his return to U.S. Bank Stadium this weekend.
Texans vs. Colts: Could RB Dameon Pierce be in for breakout game?
Dameon Pierce has a chance to prove he’s the right answer for the Houston Texans as the No. 2 option on the ground.
Texans RBs Joe Mixon, Dameon Pierce not practicing
The Houston Texans' top two running backs were sidelined for practice on Wednesday. Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) both missed practice as the Texans (2-0) prepare for their
Texans RBs Joe Mixon doubtful, Dameon Pierce out vs. Vikings
Houston Texans star Joe Mixon is doubtful with an ankle injury and fellow running back Dameon Pierce has been ruled out with a hamstring injury for Sunday's matchup at the
Texans receive negative update on RB Joe Mixon's status
The Houston Texans were hopeful that running back Joe Mixon would be cleared for Sunday’s road game against the Minnesota Vikings. As the team departs for Minneapolis, Houston must put its trust in veteran Cam Akers as the new lead back.
Fantasy Football Week 3 Sleepers: With Joe Mixon hurt, Cam Akers may be in line for a big opportunity, more
Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) aren't going to play for the Texans in Week 3 at Minnesota. That gives Cam Akers the chance to be Houston's starting running back, which is rather amazing.
Texans' Cam Akers revenge game set after Joe Mixon, Dameon Pierce injury updates
The Texans will likely start Cam Akers at running back after getting rough injury news on Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce
Get ready for Cam Akers Show in Texans' backfield with Joe Mixon doubtful
The Houston Texans rode marquee offseason addition Joe Mixon to victory down the stretch of Week 1's win at the Indianapolis Colts. A less heralded runner will likely lead Houston's backfield on the road in Week 3.
Texans' Dameon Pierce: Out again Week 3
Pierce will miss a second consecutive game after failing to practice in any capacity during the week. With Joe Mixon (ankle) listed as doubtful, Cam Akers looks poised to lead Houston's backfield ...
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Texans inactive list: RB Dameon Pierce, WR John Metchie III out vs. Bears
The Houston Texans will be without two key pieces on offense. Offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, wide receiver John Metchie III ...
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Dameon Pierce Fantasy Week 3 Projections, Points and Stats vs. the Vikings
Running back Dameon Pierce and the Houston Texans will face off with the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3. Kickoff is ...
Texans' Dameon Pierce: Remains sidelined Thursday
With both Pierce and Joe Mixon (ankle) poised to log back-to-back 'DNPs,' what (if anything) they are able to do Friday will be telling with regard to their chances of facing the Vikings on Sunday. In ...
Binge, Stream, Skip: Week 3 Fantasy Football
Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon provides his weekly viewing guide, discussing which matchups to binge, stream and skip ...
Will Dameon Pierce Play vs. the Bears? Week 2 Injury Status & Updates
The latest updates on Dameon Pierce’s injury status for Week 2 vs. the Chicago Bears. Stay informed with our comprehensive ...