ESPN Fantasy Football News – August 24, 2025

No new ESPN Fantasy Football feature announcements were published today. ESPN’s fantasy analysts are still on the job. They’ve released new injury reports and waiver-wire advice. This helps fantasy managers as they prepare their lineups for Week 1.

Major Injury Updates

ESPN’s NFL Injury Status page was updated on August 23. It listed key players whose availability could affect fantasy rosters:

Player Position Team Status Notes
Jaylen Wright RB Miami Dolphins Questionable Leg injury; he did not dress for Saturday’s preseason game versus Jacksonville.
Tyreek Hill WR Miami Dolphins Questionable Oblique; missed Wednesday’s practice.
De’Von Achane RB Miami Dolphins Questionable Calf; limited practice on Wednesday.
**Alexander Mattison** **RB** **Miami Dolphins** **Injured Reserve** Mattison is on season-ending IR due to a neck injury. This was confirmed on Friday.

All status updates cited from ESPN’s NFL Injury Status page.

Waiver-Wire Recommendations

No new waiver-wire column was posted today. But managers should keep an eye on these preseason waiver adds highlighted in recent ESPN coverage:

  • Jalen Tolbert (WR, Dallas Cowboys): In Week 5 of the preseason, he had 10 targets and scored 21.7 fantasy points. He looks like a strong breakout flex option.
  • Xavier Hutchinson (WR, Houston Texans): He has a low roster percentage of just 0.1% in ESPN leagues. Still, he’s expected to fill the Texans’ X-receiver spot due to Nico Collins’ hamstring injury.

**ESPN Waiver Wire Suggestions (October 2024)** - Target players who performed well in the preseason. - Check for upcoming matchups that look promising. - Keep track of injuries; backups can step up. - Watch for any changes in player roles; they may present new chances. - Rookies can make a splash early; don’t overlook them.

Prep for Week 1

With the regular season opener approaching, fantasy managers should:

  1. Check Final Injury Reports: Look at team practice reports all week for updates on late-week designations.
  2. Set Waiver Priorities: Anticipate which backups will gain snaps due to injuries (e.g., Miami’s RB room).
  3. Review Start-Sit Advice: ESPN Fantasy analysts will share updated rankings and start-sit tips early next week.

No additional ESPN Fantasy Football news was posted on August 24, 2025.