The NFL LIVE podcast talks injury fallout and . The gang also breakdown the latest headlines and give out another round of Daily Daps. During the first two weeks of training camp, the slew of injuries around the league was alarming. Fortunately, since our last update the injury bug has bitten a bit le s frequently. As teams gear up for their first preseason game, here's a roundup of some key injuries you'll need to keep tabs on as you prepare for your fantasy draft. , QB, NYJInjury: JawSeverity: SevereAnalysis: Tuesdays in the NFL have been busy for the last Amani Bledsoe Jersey few weeks. Two weeks ago news of the Brady and Bell suspension appeals came down. Last week, it was 's groin injury that sent the fantasy world spinning. And just this week, drama ensued in Florham Park when news broke that 's by a teammate in the locker room. Smith was prepping for a make-or-break campaign and had been looking good in camp practices. But his newfangled broken jaw will reportedly keep him sidelined for 6-10 weeks. Fortunately the have a more than capable backup in who will take the reins in Smith's stead. Our experts have that the fantasy value of the other ' skill players like , and won't be affected by Smith's absence. In fact, Fitzpatrick could even be an upgrade as far as New York's receiving corps is concerned. Either way, Smith wasn't likely to be drafted in any standard leagues and nor will Fitzpatrick. Marshall, Decker and Ivory all remain great bargain picks at their current late-round ADPs. , RB, NEInjury: Knee/MCL sprainSeverity: SevereAnalysis: After being carted off the field last week with a leg injury, it was reported that running back had , which is a serious situation. But fortunately, he avoided complete disaster by not tearing any ligaments. Still, Blount will likely be sidelined until at least the start of the regular season (he's suspended for Week 1 anyway), and depending on his recovery timetable, could lose some playing time to and the rest of the flock of running backs. As per the usual, the backfield is a situation to avoid in fantasy, but since Blount's current ADP in NFL.com leagues is Round Ryan Tannehill Jersey 7, it's worth making note of. Injuries of this nature can linger and limit a player's production, even if they are healthy enough to return to the field. , WR, KCInjury: NeckSeverity: LowAnalysis: The had a scare this week with their No. 1 wideout , just two days after reports that he was building great chemistry with quarterback . Maclin apparently that was serious enough to require an X-ray. But according to beat writer Terez Paylor of the Kansas City Star, Maclin returned to practice on Wednesday and expects to suit up for his team's first preseason game at the on August 13. "I'm good to go. I would a sume I'm playing . I want to," Maclin said. Its good news for fantasy fans as Maclin represents a huge bargain Ola Adeniyi Jersey in drafts with his eighth-round APD. He finished as a top-10 option at his position just a season ago, but concerns about Smith's ability to throw deep pa ses has fantasy enthusiasts shying away. According to NFL Media Columnist Jeffi Chadiha though, "The Maclin-Smith connection should thrill fans who have been longing more electricity from this pa sing attack." drafters should feel great about being able to steal Maclin as late as Round 8, as he brings low-end WR2 value to the table in Kansas City. , WR, CHIInjury: ShinSeverity: ModerateAnalysis: rookie wideout this week in his recovery from a shin injury that landed him on the preseason PUP list. Just a week after bubbled over, the good news is that White was finally able to do some light running after a practice se sion earlier in the week. The bad news is that Chicago is Brett Kern Jersey still unsure if their first-round draft pick will get any preseason reps as he rehabs his injury. fans need to be aware of White's ailment as his ADP remains in Round 8 on NFL.com as the 24th receiver being selected in drafts. If he can't get healthy by the time the season starts, his fantasy value could suffer immensely. , RB, STLInjury: Knee/ACLSeverity: ModerateAnalysis: When the released their first preseason depth chart this week, there was a glaring omi sion at the running back position. Rookie runner . It makes sense since coach Jeff Fisher said this week that Gurley likely won't play in the preseason and that he isn't sure if he'll be healthy enough to play in St. Louis' season opener (the current thought is that he could mi s one-to-three weeks). Yet, he is still being selected several rounds ahead of teammate in fantasy drafts. On NFL.com, Gurley is the 27th running back off the board (Round 9 ADP) while Mason is the 33rd back being selected (Round 12 ADP). Gurley, if healthy, has all the upside in the world but Mason's neglect by fantasy fans is a travesty. So don't pa s on Mason if he's still hanging around that late. If you like taking risks, go for Jevon Kearse Jersey Gurley. I surely won't be that guy though. Matt Franciscovich is an a sociate fantasy editor at NFL.com. His nickname around the NFL Media office is Franchise, and he's totally cool with it. If you're looking to kill some more time, be sure to check out his and follow him on Twitter for fantasy advice all season long __.

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