We’re approaching the final quarter of the regular NFL season and for some fantasy leagues this means that the playoffs are around the corner. Any negligence can be crucial now. If you misjudge a player’s availability it could cost you the season.

Below is a list of key players that may or may not play and at the end of the article you’ll find a list of players who are ruled out:

QB Colt McCoy, Cleveland Browns

The quarterback is listed as Doubtful with an ankle injury and will almost certainly miss the game at the Miami Dolphins. Jake Delhomme is expected to start for the Browns. Other options include Derek Anderson (ARI) or Chad Henne (MIA), maybe even Jason Campbell (OAK).

WR Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis Colts

Like last week Reggie Wayne is listed as Questionable with a foot injury, however he is expected to play against the Dallas Cowboys.

RB Joseph Addai, Indianapolis Colts

The shoulder injury will likely keep Addai out of another game as he’s once again listed as Doubtful. It looks like you should keep his backup Donald Brown for the rest of the season. If he’s unavailable try Ricky Williams (MIA) or Brian Westbrook (SF), although I don’t expect the latter to get an awful lot of rushing opportunities.

WR Austin Collie, Indianapolis Colts

Collie suffers from a concussion and, despite being listed as Questionable, will likely have to give Sunday’s game a pass. Better check if Donald Driver (GB), Derrick Mason (BAL) or Derek Hagan (NYG) are still on the waiver wire.  

WR Brandon Marshall, Miami Dolphins

The wide receiver who missed last week’s game with a hamstring injury is listed as Questionable but uncertain to play. Check his status before kick-off at 1pm but it’s wise to have a replacement in store.

RB Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings

Peterson is listed as Questionable with an ankle injury and will be a game-time decision against the Buffalo Bills. All signs point to him playing but you should have a replacement just to be on the safe side. It would be a hard hit for Peterson owners if he missed the game as the Buffalo Bills have the worst run defense in the league.

WR Percy Harvin, Minnesota Vikings

The wide receiver is listed as Questionable for Sunday’s game due to recurring problems with migraine. It hasn’t stopped him from playing yet but you should check his status before kick-off. It should be pointed out that Harvin averaged just 22 yards per game over the past 2 games.

RB Fred Taylor, New England Patriots

Taylor’s status literally remains Questionable. He missed all but 3 games this season with a toe injury. Considering that the Pats play the New York Jets on Monday night you should rather start a different running back on your fantasy team.

WR Steve Smith, New York Giants

The wideout’s status has been downgraded to Doubtful this week but that’s no reason for optimism just yet as he’s definitely going to miss this week’s game against the Washington Redskins and most likely next week’s game as well.

TE Zach Miller, Oakland Raiders

Zach Miller is still listed as Questionable with to a foot injury but I expect him to play at the San Diego Chargers. He faces the best defense in the league. This does not bode well especially since he’s only caught 3 passes for 15 yards in his last 2 games. Tony Moeaki (KC) and Rob Gronkowski (NE) are better options this week.

QB Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers

The quarterback suffers from a foot injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday Night Football at the Baltimore Ravens. He is expected to play but this is a game-time decision. Although I think he’ll play you should have your backup ready if you don’t like taking risks.

TE Antonio Gates, San Diego Chargers

Antonio Gates is listed as Questionable with a foot injury for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders. Last Sunday he returned to action for the first time since Week 8 and caught 4 passes for 46 yards. He will be a game-time decision. The Raiders have a very good pass defense so Gates may not be able to work wonders. I hope you kept Randy McMichael as a safety net. 

WR Malcom Floyd, San Diego Chargers

The wide receiver is listed as Questionable with a hamstring injury but it looks like he will play on Sunday. He caught 1 touchdown pass last week, which is very encouraging. Be prepared though and have a backup available.

WR Mike Williams, Seattle Seahawks

Mike Williams is suffering from a foot injury but is likely to play against the Carolina Panthers after sitting out last week’s game.

WR Kenny Britt, Tennessee Titans

The hamstring injury will almost certainly keep the talented receiver out of the lineup for this game, however he could be active for week 14.

WR Santana Moss, Washington Redskins

Moss, who has been bothered by a knee injury, is listed as Questionable for Sunday’s game at the New York Giants but will likely suit up.

RB Ryan Torain, Washington Redskins

The running back who suffers from a hamstring injury is likely back in the lineup for Sunday. With him not being 100% fit and facing one of the league’s elite defenses are not exactly a recipe for success. 

And here are some players who are listed as Out, which means you have to be prepared to set up your lineups without them:

QB Matthew Stafford (DET), QB Shaun Hill (DET), WR Mike Sims-Walker (JAX), WR Hakeem Nicks (NYG), WR Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ)

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