Curtis Samuel NFL Fantasy Profiles

  • Team WAS
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  • Active in Week 13

    Samuel (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Samuel was finally able to get back on the field Week 12 against the Seahawks after a five-game absence and logged 20 snaps in the win over Seattle. He'll be out there for a second straight game for only the second instance all season, with the first occasion seeing him exit after just four snaps against the Saints in Week 5 following an aggravation of his groin injury.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable, officially

    Samuel (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Per John Keim of ESPN.com, Samuel is expected to play for a second straight week, and while his role might grow compared to the two touches and 24-percent snap share he handled in last week's win over Seattle, he's unlikely to be a full-time player. Any extra snaps for Samuel this Sunday -- assuming he plays -- likely will come at the expense of DeAndre Carter and/or Adam Humphries.

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again in practice

    Samuel (groin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Samuel likely isn't 100 percent healthy while tending to a groin injury that has bothered him since minicamp back in June, he demonstrated enough progress last week to gain clearance to play for the first time since Week 5. He played just a quarter of Washington's offensive snaps and earned just two touches, but perhaps more importantly, the Football Team hasn't indicated that Samuel experienced any setbacks coming out of the contest. As such, his limitations in practices Wednesday and…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice

    Samuel (groin) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel took two touches for 13 yards in Monday's 17-15 win over Seattle, playing 20 snaps on offense (24 percent) in his first appearance since Week 5. Assuming he's not dealing with any setbacks coming out of that contest, he could have larger role this Sunday in Las Vegas, though it's possible he'll remain a part-time player all year while managing the lingering groin injury.

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Monday

    Samuel (groin) is listed as active Monday against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: After practicing in a limited capacity all week, Samuel will be making his first appearance since a Week 5 matchup with the Saints. Per Sam Fortier of The Washington Post, Samuel likely will be on a snap count to ensure he has no setbacks with his nagging groin injury. In two games this season, Samuel has logged 26 offensive snaps and hauled in four of five targets for 19 yards.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable, should play Monday

    Samuel (groin) is questionable for Monday's game against the Seahawks, and coach Ron Rivera is hopeful the wideout will be able to play, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel hasn't seen the field since Week 5 due to the lingering groin injury, but he was able to practice as a limited participant all week heading into Monday's matchup with Seattle. The 25-year-old will be on a strict snap count if available, which could limit the fantasy upside in his return to the field.

    Published: Sat, Nov 27 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice again

    Samuel (groin) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel returned to practice as a limited participant last Friday and now has taken part in at least four sessions. That doesn't necessarily mean he'll play in Monday's game against Seattle, but coach Ron Rivera is at least leaving the door open for that possibility.

    Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited work Thursday

    Samuel (groin) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report.

    Analysis: After Wednesday's unofficial on-field work, coach Ron Rivera relayed to Matthew Paras of The Washington Times that Samuel practiced "pretty well" and would have been a limited participant if Washington was required to post a practice report. Now that the Football Team has done so, Samuel has upheld Rivera's statement, but it remains to be seen if he'll be given clearance to suit up Monday against the Seahawks, which would mark his first game action since Week 5.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains unavailable Sunday

    Samuel (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game in Carolina.

    Analysis: Samuel's return to practice Friday on a limited basis gave him a chance to suit up Sunday for the first time since Week 5, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Ultimately, that single session wasn't enough for Washington to trot Samuel out there, but he is drawing closer to making his third appearance of the campaign. The team's next game is Monday, Nov. 29 against the Seahawks, giving him more than a week to get healthy enough for game action. Still, coach Ron Rivera relayed to Sam…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Small chance to play in Week 11

    Samuel (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, has a "small chance" to play this week, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. He logged a limited practice Friday.

    Analysis: The wideout hasn't suited up since Week 5, but he took a positive step forward Friday by returning to practice on a limited basis. Washington's decision to avoid placing Samuel on season-ending injured reserve to this point at least bodes well for his chances of returning to action Week 12 against the Seahawks if he can't play in Carolina. Either way, final confirmation of Samuel's Week 11 status will arrive prior to the first wave of games Sunday, with Washington and Carolina kicking off at 1…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 4:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice, could play

    Samuel (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Carolina, with Washington coach Ron Rivera saying he'll "stick to that pitch count, no matter what," if the wide receiver ends up playing, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Given his lack of tangible progress in recent weeks, Samuel's return to practice Friday came as a surprise, though ESPN's John Keim suggests the 25-year-old was limited to individual drills before moving back to the side/rehab field. Samuel may end up a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff, though it sounds like he won't get much of a workload even if he's able to suit up. Samuel's only appearances this season came in Weeks 4-5, when he took just 30 snaps (and saw five targets)…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another missed practice

    Samuel (groin) was spotted working off to the side during the open portion of Thursday's practice and will go down as a non-participant on Washington's official report, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel, who was sporting a jersey but no pads or a helmet in his workout, hasn't practiced in any capacity since aggravating a groin injury in Washington's Oct. 10 game against the Saints. Washington has thus far resisted placing Samuel on injured reserve for a second time -- which would end his season -- but things seem to be trending in the direction. At the very least, Samuel should be viewed as doubtful, at best, for Sunday's game at Carolina, which would mark his fifth consecutive absence.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • No return Wednesday

    Samuel (groin) isn't practicing Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Washington head coach Ron Rivera is giving Samuel more time before potentially placing the wideout on injured reserve for a second time, which would rule him out for the season. That being said, each practice Samuel continues to miss puts him a little closer to that unfortunate potential outcome. Samuel last played Week 5 and has taken only 30 snaps total since signing with Washington this offseason.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again this week

    Samuel (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: As expected, with the wideout again unable to practice this week and still limited to side work with the training staff. Coach Ron Rivera said Friday that the team will exhaust all possibilities before placing Samuel back on IR and making him ineligible for the rest of the season, but it does seem that could happen within the next few weeks if he doesn't turn a corner with the groin injury.

    Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing again Friday

    Samuel (groin) isn't participating at Friday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel has yet to practice this week and met with doctors Thursday to have his groin evaluated as he trends toward his fourth consecutive absence. The 25-year-old has four catches for 19 yards in two games this season while battling the groin injury he originally sustained in June.

    Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets groin exam, likely out Sunday

    Samuel didn't participate in Thursday's practice and instead met with doctors to receive another evaluation of his injured groin, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: While it's unclear if Samuel's appointment was a pre-scheduled arrangement or the result of a setback following Washington's bye week, his continued absence from practice more than likely means he won't be available for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. The first season of the three-year, $34.5 million deal Samuel signed with the Football Team in March has been a disaster thus far, as he's suited up in just two of Washington's first eight games while logging 26 snaps in total.

    Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice out of bye week

    Samuel (groin) didn't take part in practice Wednesday, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Even with the benefit of Washington's Week 9 bye, Samuel hasn't made noticeable progress from the groin injury that's plagued him since the offseason program and limited him to just two brief appearances in Weeks 4 and 5. He's already had one stint on injured reserve this season, so he'll remain on the active roster for the time being with the intention he'll be healthy enough to suit up at some point in the second half of the campaign.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again, as expected

    Samuel (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Denver, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Ron Rivera did mention Friday that Samuel won't be placed on injured reserve, as a second stint would rule him out for the rest of the season, per Ben Standig of The Athletic. Rivera still expects Samuel to contribute down the stretch this season, though he didn't mention a specific timeline for the wideout to return after the team's Week 9 bye.

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Samuel (groin) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel hasn't practiced since aggravating his nagging groin injury Week 5 against the Saints. The issue has limited the wide receiver to just two of a possible seven games so far this season. On a semi-positive note, he was working on a side field during the portion of Wednesday's session open to the media, per John Keim of ESPN.com, but it remains to be seen if Samuel is able to avoid another stint on injured reserve.

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Samuel (groin) didn't practice Wednesday, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: John Keim of ESPN.com reports that Samuel did some work on a side field, along with fellow injured wideouts Terry McLaurin (hamstring) and Dyami Brown (knee). Head coach Ron Rivera has been optimistic about Samuel avoiding a second stint on injured reserve, but that could be in the cards if the receiver doesn't return to practice within the next few days.

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out another week, but no IR yet

    Samuel (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Green Bay, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: He's played just twice this season and is out for a second straight week, but head coach Ron Rivera told Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post that he wasn't ready to consider another injured reserve stint for the wideout. Samuel's groin injury has allowed Dyami Brown to operate as Washington's No. 2 outside receiver when healthy, though snaps haven't necessarily led to targets.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working on side field

    Samuel (groin) wasn't participating in position drills and was instead working on a side field during Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel has yet to practice this week as he continues to manage a groin injury, and his outlook doesn't appear to have improved Friday. The 25-year-old aggravated the issue in Week 5 after missing the first three weeks of the season, and he's likely to miss his second straight game Sunday against the Packers.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Thursday's practice

    Samuel (groin) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: This may be the status quo for Samuel at this point after aggravating the groin injury in Week 5 that he's been tending to since early June and capped him at just two appearances this season. Until he makes inroads on the practice field, game action may not be a possibility for Samuel.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Wednesday

    Samuel (groin) didn't practice Wednesday, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel seems poised for another absence Sunday against the Packers after aggravating his groin issue Week 5 against the Saints. While the issue isn't believed to be season-ending just yet, it's worth noting that he's been dealing with the injury since early June. In his first season in Washington, Samuel has managed just four catches (on five targets) for 19 yards in two appearances.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could land on IR again

    Ron Rivera acknowledged Friday that Samuel (groin) could be placed on injured reserve again, though the coach also said the wide receiver has been doing better the past few days, per John Keim of ESPN.com.

    Analysis: Samuel will miss at least one game, with Rivera suggesting he'll be evaluated again Monday after Washington faces the Chiefs on Sunday. It's the same groin injury that's been bothering Samuel since early June; the latest aggravation occurred during the Week 5 loss to New Orleans.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again

    Samuel (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Kansas City, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel missed practice all week after reinjuring his troublesome groin during the Week 5 loss to New Orleans. Another IR stint can't be ruled out, but the team does seem to be hoping for a quicker return this time.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen again Friday

    Samuel (groin) wasn't seen during Friday's practice, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel officially has yet to practice this week, though he was spotted at Wednesday's session doing some work on the side with the training staff. The 25-year-old was labeled week-to-week after suffering the groin injury Week 5, and he doesn't appear to be heading in the right direction to be available for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing from practice

    Samuel (groin) wasn't spotted at Thursday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was seen working out off to the side at Wednesday's practice and ultimately went down as a non-participant on Washington's first Week 6 injury report. He'll be listed the same Thursday, likely foreshadowing his fourth absence of the season Sunday against the Chiefs. With Cam Sims (hamstring) also seemingly trending toward being inactive, DeAndre Carter and rookie Dyami Brown (knee) -- if healthy -- could see more reps alongside Terry McLaurin and Adam Humphries at receiver.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Works on side at practice

    Samuel (groin) was spotted working out on a side field with the training staff during Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel will go down as a non-participant on Washington's first Week 6 injury report, an expected development after head coach Ron Rivera deemed the wide receiver week-to-week following the latest aggravation of the wideout's groin injury. While it's a good sign that Samuel is on the field at all, it would be surprising if the team tries to rush him back into action this week, given the multitude of setbacks he's had over the past four months. That said, Washington does eventually need him, as…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered week-to-week

    Washington head coach Ron Rivera said Monday that Samuel (groin) is considered week-to-week, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel missed the start of the year with a groin injury but played in each of the last two games after he was activated from injured reserve. However, he was removed from Sunday's loss to the Saints after he aggravated the issue. Rivera said the team will take a cautious approach to avoid a serious injury.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out of Sunday's game

    Samuel (groin) won't return to Sunday's contest against the Saints.

    Analysis: There's a good chance Samuel aggravated the hamstring injury that has plagued him since the offseason program back in June. If so, there's no telling when he may gain clearance to play again. Washington's wide receiver room is banged up at the moment, with Dyami Brown (knee) and Cam Sims (hamstring) inactive Sunday. With that trio on the sideline, Terry McLaurin, Adam Humphries, DeAndre Carter, Dax Milne and Antonio Gandy-Golden are the team's healthy and available players at the position.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures groin Sunday

    Samuel left Sunday's game against the Saints due to a groin injury.

    Analysis: Samuel has been dealing with a groin injury since the offseason program back in June, so he may have aggravated the issue. If he's unable to return, he'll emerge from Week 5 with one eight-yard carry and no catches on one target. In the event he doesn't get back into the game, Samuel will join inactive teammates Dyami Brown (knee) and Cam Sims (hamstring) as wide receivers unavailable to Washington's offense.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 5

    Samuel (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.

    Analysis: After missing Washington's first three games due to the core-muscle injury, Samuel returned to action Week 4 against Atlanta and caught four passes for 19 yards while playing only 22 offensive snaps. The wideout doesn't appear to be 100 percent just yet, as he was withheld from two practices before logging a limited session Friday. Samuel will be good to go Sunday after checking out fine following a pregame workout, but it's possible he faces a lighter snap load for the second straight week.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Availability hinges on pregame warmup

    Samuel (groin) remains listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints and is set to go through a pregame warmup before Washington decides on his status, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After Samuel turned in a limited practice Friday, head coach Ron Rivera expressed optimism the wideout would be ready to go for the Week 5 matchup. Assuming Samuel experiences no setbacks while working out early Sunday, he should avoid the inactive list, but how extensively he might be used is tough to predict. After missing Washington's first three games while recovering from the core-muscle injury that had bothered him since early June, Samuel played just 35 percent of the offensive snaps in…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward playing Week 5

    Samuel (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans, with head coach Ron Rivera saying Friday that the wideout is trending in the right direction, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel made his Washington debut last week after struggling with the groin injury since the beginning of June. He was limited to four targets and a 35-percent snap share in the 34-30 win over Atlanta, but he could see more work this week even if he isn't 100 percent, as depth wideouts Dyami Brown (knee) and Cam Sims (hamstring) both have been ruled out for Week 5. Rivera mentioned that DeAndre Carter will get some work, though the extent of his role likely depends in part on Samuel's health. To…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Friday

    Samuel (groin) is taking part in position drills at Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel sat out practice the past two days with the same groin injury that had kept him on injured reserve for the first three games of the season, so it's good to see him back on the field Friday, even if he's only a limited participant. The 25-year-old played just 35 percent of the team's offensive snaps during his season debut last weekend against the Falcons, as his groin issue obviously remains a factor.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Thursday

    Samuel (groin) didn't practice Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was spotted stretching prior to the session, but once individual drills kicked off he moved to a side field to get in some work, according to Ben Standig of The Athletic. With back-to-back absences following his only appearance of the season to date, Samuel appears to have aggravated the groin injury that has plagued him since the offseason program back in June. It's unclear if a DNP is on his docket this Sunday versus the Saints, but his position group also is banged up, with Dyami…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent with same groin injury

    Samuel was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice with a groin injury, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It isn't yet clear if Samuel is dealing with a setback in his recovery from the groin injury that sidelined him for the first three games of the season, as the team could just be resting Samuel after his Washington debut in Sunday's 34-30 win over the Falcons. Still, fantasy managers can't be thrilled to see Samuel listed as a non-participant with an injury that had been nagging him since the first week of June. Coach Ron Rivera didn't provide answers about Samuel's outlook for the Week 5 game…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from practice

    Samuel isn't practicing Wednesday, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's absence to begin the week is somewhat concerning after he returned from a groin injury to make his Washington debut in Sunday's 34-30 win over Atlanta, catching each of his four targets for 19 yards while playing 37 percent of offensive snaps. With fellow wideouts Dyami Brown (knee) and Cam Sims (hamstring) coming out of that game nursing injuries, Washington could really use a full-strength Samuel in the lineup for Week 5 against the Saints.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four catches in Washington debut

    Samuel (groin) caught all four of his targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 34-30 win over Atlanta.

    Analysis: Samuel didn't play a significant role in his first game for Washington after being activated off injured reserve. His four targets tied with Ricky Seals-Jones for third on the team behind Terry McLaurin (13) and J.D. McKissic (five). Samuel's versatility should earn him some touches on short passes, gadget plays and runs moving forward, but he's more of a supporting player rather than a go-to wideout of McLaurin's ilk.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 3:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from injured reserve

    Washington activated Samuel (groin) from injured reserve Friday, clearing him to make his season debut Sunday in Atlanta.

    Analysis: Earlier Friday, coach Ron Rivera said that Samuel, who has been dealing with a groin injury, was "ready to roll" after proving his health in practice this week, per Zach Selby of the team's official site. The aforementioned health concern for Samuel has lingered since June, so it'll be interesting to see if he can handle a full workload out of the gate, or if Washington caps his snaps. Once healthy, though, he should serve as the team's No. 2 wide receiver behind Terry McLaurin, with rookie…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday return

    Coach Ron Rivera said Friday that Samuel (groin) will play in Sunday's game against the Falcons, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was designated to return from IR at the beginning of the week and now will be activated to the 53-man roster Friday or Saturday. His return presumably drops Dyami Brown to the No. 4 receiver role, though it is possible Samuel plays limited snaps right out of the gate, after a groin injury that was initially believed to be minor ended up keeping him off the field for the better part of June through September. He does get a good matchup for his return, albeit with backup QB Taylor Heinicke…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice, wearing pads

    Samuel (groin) is in pads for Wednesday's practice and was designated to return from injured reserve, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Washington now has a three-week window to either place Samuel on the active roster or return him to IR for the rest of the season. The team won't need to list Samuel on injury reports until he's back on the 53-man roster, meaning updates on his progress will depend on media access to practice -- which is limited in-season -- and any comments the player or his coaches make this week. It isn't clear whether Samuel has a realistic chance to play this Sunday in Atlanta, but if he does, Washington…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to practice Wednesday

    Samuel (groin) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's likely return to practice will open a three-week window for Washington to either activate him from injured reserve or leave him there for the rest of the season. The team is hoping it will be the former after Samuel took some extended time off to rest, perhaps finally shaking the groin injury that bothered him all summer. He previously tried to resume practicing right before Week 1, only to be placed on IR two days prior to the season opener. Samuel is eligible to return as soon as…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 8:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted runing on side field

    Samuel (groin) was seen running along the sideline during Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's workout marks his first reported on-field activity since he was placed on injured reserve Sept. 10. He's ineligible to return until after Week 3 and may miss additional time beyond that, but there's at least now a sign of progress, even if it's a far cry from actually participating in practice. Meanwhile, rookie third-round pick Dyami Brown has been quiet in the No. 2 receiver role, catching four of 10 targets for 32 yards on a 90 percent snap share through two weeks.

    Published: Wed, Sep 22 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    Samuel (groin) was placed on injured reserve Friday.

    Analysis: The team hopes to have Samuel back when first eligible Week 4, but skepticism is a reasonable response after his delayed return from what was initially said to be a minor groin injury in early June. In any case, Washington will now look to Adam Humphries, Dyami Brown and Cam Sims behind No. 1 receiver Terry McLaurin.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for IR

    Coach Ron Rivera relayed Friday that the team plans to place Samuel (groin) on injured reserve, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Jhabvala adds that Samuel's looming stint on IR is not expected to be lengthy, with the wideout potentially returning to the mix after missing just three games to start the coming season. In Samuel's absence, added snaps will be available for Adam Humphries, Dyami Brown and Cam Sims behind No. 1 receiver Terry McLaurin.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes no reps Thursday

    Samuel (groin) went down as a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: According to JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington, Samuel was present for the practice session, but only took part in stretching with the team and had no involvement in individual drills or walk-throughs with the rest of the Washington wideouts. After he was seen limping off the field at Wednesday's practice, Samuel appears to have suffered another setback with his nagging groin injury, and his lack of activity Thursday suggests he's trending toward an inactive status for the Football Team's…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Potential setback with groin injury

    Samuel (groin) acknowledged after Wednesday's practice that he still doesn't feel right, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Scott Abraham of 7 News Washington reports that Samuel limped off the field and visited with trainers after pulling up short on a route at Wednesday's practice. Regardless of whether the team views this as a setback or just more of the same, Samuel now appears to be a long shot to play in Sunday's opener against the Chargers. He had just returned to practice at the beginning of the week, stepping in for team reps for the first time since early June. Samuel's likely absence Week 1 leaves extra…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices Monday

    Coach Ron Rivera noted that Samuel (groin) "looked good" and "moved around well" during Monday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: That said, Rivera adds that the team "had a limited amount of plays" for Samuel lined up Monday in order not to overwork the wideout during the session. What Samuel does in Wednesday's practice, and how Washington subsequently lists his participation level, will provide added context with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Chargers. At this point, Rivera suggests that Samuel's path to the team's lineup hinges largely on his level of conditioning.

    Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scheduled for Monday return

    Samuel (groin) is scheduled for a return to full-team work at Monday's practice, Peter Hailey of NBC4 Washington reports.

    Analysis: Samuel has been limited to individual drills since his removal from the PUP list Aug. 15, but coach Ron Rivera said Thursday that he's highly confident the wideout will play Week 1 against the Chargers. A return to practice Monday would be a big step forward, with Samuel's absence now stretching to three months. Rivera said Samuel will either be cleared for his full workload or held out entirely, rather than being eased into action the first few weeks. Granted, Rivera's statements aren't…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Week 1

    Coach Ron Rivera said Thursday that he's "very confident" Samuel (groin) will play in Washington's Sept. 12 season opener against the Chargers, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was removed from the PUP list Aug. 15 but still hasn't participated in team drills since his groin injury was first reported in early June. Rivera cautions not to mistake the length of Samuel's absence for the severity of the injury, suggesting that faster players take longer to recover from groin issues, per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. Rivera also mentioned that he's noticed Samuel's speed and quickness coming back the past few days, with the wideout apparently making good…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to side work

    Samuel (groin) is working off to the side during Thursday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel still hasn't practiced with the team since his groin injury was first reported in early June. He's now been off the PUP list for two and a half weeks, but progress has been slow/intermittent, even after coach Ron Rivera said he was "pretty optimistic" about Samuel returning to practice this week. The wideout appears no better than 50/50 to suit up for Week 1 against the Chargers.

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could practice next week

    Head coach Ron Rivera noted Wednesday that he's "pretty optimistic" Samuel (groin) will practice "sometime next week," Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: That comment effectively rules Samuel out of Saturday's preseason finale against the Ravens, but assuming the wideout in fact is able to practice next week and avoid any setbacks in the process, he'd be trending in the right direction in advance of Washington's Sept. 12 season opener against the Chargers.

    Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Return timetable unclear

    Coach Ron Rivera did not give a firm timetable when asked if Samuel (groin) would return to practice suggesting the wide receiver has "a little over 21 days" before the start of Week 1, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel not surprisingly did not suit up for Friday's preseason win over the Bengals and could be in danger of missing the team's final exhibition contest given the lack of a concrete return timeline. The free-agent acquisition has missed most of training camp with a groin injury.

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unsurprisingly out Friday

    Samuel (groin) did not play in Friday's preseason win over the Bengals, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Perhaps more alarming, Standig suggested Samuel may be in danger of missing the preseason finale if he's unable to practice at any point this week. The big-ticket offseason signing has yet to participate in training camp thanks to a lingering groin injury, but coach Ron Rivera has continually downplayed the absence suggesting Samuel already has solid knowledge of the Scott Turner offense thanks to his days with the Panthers.

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held back by poor weather

    Samuel (groin) went through individual drills Sunday, but he worked on a side field at Monday's rainy practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Coach Ron Rivera was clear about bad weather being the reason for Samuel's reduced involvement. Washington activated the 25-year-old from the PUP list Sunday, potentially allowing for an appearance in the preseason finale Aug. 28 against Baltimore. With Samuel out for the exhibition opener last week, Cam Sims reprised his role from the second half of last season as the No. 2 receiver. It figures to be a much-higher-volume role now that Samuel and his three-year, $34.5 million contract are…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reinstated from PUP list

    Washington activated Samuel (groin) from the PUP list Sunday.

    Analysis: Samuel is now cleared to join Washington for practice after stints on the reserve/COVID-19 list and PUP list delayed his ability to get on the field and build chemistry with the team's quarterback. Even though he's officially been reinstated to the roster, Samuel likely will be brought along slowly this week while he works his way back from the groin issue that also kept him sidelined for mandatory minicamp. At this stage, Samuel may have a tough time gaining clearance for Friday's preseason…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to PUP list

    Washington activated Samuel (groin) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, causing him to revert to the PUP list.

    Analysis: Samuel has fully cleared the league's protocols related to COVID-19, but he hasn't yet recovered from his lingering groin injury. Coach Ron Rivera said Sunday that Samuel still remains without an exact timetable for his return, per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. However, Rivera also downplayed the importance of Samuel missing practice reps, noting the wide receiver already is familiar with offensive coordinator Scott Turner's scheme due to their time together in Carolina from 2018-19.

    Published: Mon, Aug 9 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Return timetable TBD

    Coach Ron Rivera noted Sunday that it's unclear when Samuel (reserve/COVID-19 and groin injury) will return to action, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports. "There's no timetable for Curtis," Rivera said of the wideout. "He's been in the system, he knows it. Yeah, you'd love for him to catch a few reps maybe in the last preseason game, but we're not going to rush him out there."

    Analysis: Samuel, who was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list July 29, is also bouncing back from a groin injury. With both issues in mind, the team plans to proceed deliberately with the wideout, who was signed by Washington this offseason to a three-year, $34.5 million contract, with the intention of pairing him with rising star Terry McLaurin. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Samuel is expected to come off the COVID-19 list this week but remains without a return timeline due to the groin issue.…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rejoins team

    Samuel (groin) will rejoin Washington for practice Sunday, but he's expected to remain on the reserve/COVID-19 list for at least a couple more days while he works his way back into playing shape, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Before he was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list July 29, Samuel hadn't practiced since June on account of the groin injury. Once he's activated from the COVID list, Samuel could revert to the PUP list, where he had resided prior to being ruled out through the NFL's protocols for the coronavirus. The time Samuel already has missed in camp makes him unlikely to gain clearance for Washington's upcoming preseason game Thursday at New England, but he should have enough time to get back up to full…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 8 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeping pace despite missed time

    Coach Ron Rivera isn't worried about Samuel (groin) missing practice, noting that the wide receiver previously worked with Washington offensive coordinator Scott Turner in 2018-19 for the Panthers, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Samuel may be comfortable with the concepts and playbook, but he could still probably benefit from the reps as he adjusts to a new team and new group of quarterbacks. He started training camp on the PUP list due to a groin injury from the offseason program, before being moved to the reserve/COVID-19 list July 29. Still, Rivera has said multiple times that he isn't worried, though he hasn't gone so far as to provide a return timeline or estimate. Samuel signed a three-year, $34.5 million…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 3 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID list

    Samuel has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

    Analysis: Samuel, who had been dealing with a minor groin injury and was on the preseason PUP list, thus will miss some time, though for now there's not a clear timetable for when he'll gain clearance to return to the field.

    Published: Thu, Jul 29 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out from first practice

    Head coach Ron Rivera said his concern is "very low" with Samuel, who was held out of practice Wednesday with a groin injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel suffered the injury eight weeks ago and still hasn't returned to practice, but Rivera suggested the wide receiver will be eased into action at training camp soon enough. After signing a three-year, $34.5 million deal this offseason that includes $23 million guaranteed, Samuel is locked in as Washington's No. 2 wide receiver.

    Published: Wed, Jul 28 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • On PUP list to start camp

    Samuel (groin) was placed on the PUP list Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was forced to sit out June minicamp due to a groin injury, and he isn't back to full health in time for the start of training camp. The Football Team may simply be taking a cautious approach to the health of their prized free-agency signing, but for the time being Samuel's health will need to be monitored. As long as he remains sidelined, depth options like Dyami Brown, Cam Sims, Steven Sims, Kelvin Harmon and Antonio Gandy-Golden could benefit from increased reps behind Terry McLaurin…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 27 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses minicamp

    Samuel (groin) didn't participate in June minicamp, Chris Russell of 106.7 The Fan reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was first held out of practice June 2 and never made it back for mandatory minicamp June 8-10. He should be ready for the start of training camp July 27, but if not, the likes of Cam Sims, Adam Humphries and Dyami Brown could see more work with the first-team offense. Samuel figures to be the No. 2 wide receiver in Washington, after signing a three-year, $34.5 million contract in March.

    Published: Tue, Jun 29 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from practice again

    Samuel (groin) missed practices Tuesday and Wednesday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was first sidelined one week ago after noticing a "twinge" in his groin. There's still no indication of it being a serious injury, but he could be sidelined until training camp nonetheless, missing out on a few chances to build chemistry with his new team's quarterbacks.

    Published: Wed, Jun 9 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor groin injury

    Samuel was held out of Wednesday's practice after feeling a "twinge" in his groin, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The injury is seemingly minor, considering Samuel was out on the field to observe practice and even did some work on the side, according to Keim. Samuel should be the No. 2 wide receiver in Washington this season, a step up from No. 3 status in his final year with the Panthers. Despite being behind Robby Anderson and DJ Moore in the pecking order in Carolina, Samuel delivered his best season yet in 2020 with 1,051 total yards and five touchdowns in 15 games. He'll celebrate his 25th birthday…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 2 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Multi-faceted usage expected

    Samuel was spotted taking snaps out of the backfield during OTAs, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: This confirms what many assumed when Washington signed Samuel to a lucrative three-year, $34.5 million contract during the early stages of free agency. Positional versatility has been a theme for the Football Team this offseason, particularly on defense, but it appears as if the mindset also applies to offensive coordinator Scott Turner, who utilized Antonio Gibson, J.D. McKissic and Samuel in a wide variety of looks throughout this week's OTAs. The talented 24-year-old put together a career…read more

    Published: Fri, May 28 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands in Washington

    Samuel agreed Wednesday with Washington on a three-year, $34.5 million contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Coming off a career year in Carolina, Samuel should slot in as the new No. 2 receiver in Washington as he reunites with former Panthers head coach Ron Rivera. Samuel will provide Washington with another dynamic weapon to pair with other top offensive talents in Terry McLaurin and Antonio Gibson. Samuel's signing could also help set in motion additional deals for the other high-end wideouts in this year's free-agency class, Kenny Golladay and JuJu Smith-Schuster.

    Published: Wed, Mar 17 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps career year with a bang

    Samuel caught seven of 11 targets for 118 yards and gained six yards on three carries during Sunday's 33-7 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Samuel led the team in targets and receptions as he set a new career high in receiving yardage. This big game caps off what has been a breakout year for Samuel, who set new high marks in receptions (77), receiving yards (851) and scrimmage yards (1,054), all while posting a stellar catch rate of 89 percent. Samuel will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason and should command a significant amount of interest from teams in need of a dynamic playmaker on offense.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Does it all in Week 16

    Samuel recorded five receptions on five targets for 106 yards in Week 16 against Washington. He added seven rush attempts for 52 yards.

    Analysis: Samuel led the Panthers in both rushing and receiving yards, torching the Washington defense for several big plays. Nearly all of his rushing production came on a run off the right side of the line as he dragged defenders for a 45-yard gain early in the second quarter. Samuel was also productive through the air, logging 44-, 22- and 16-yard receptions to reach 100 receiving yards for the second time this season. He'll look to close the season strong in a Week 17 matchup against the Saints.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four receptions in loss

    Samuel secured four of nine targets for 42 yards and rushed twice for six yards in the Panthers' 24-16 loss to the Packers on Saturday night. He also fumbled once but recovered.

    Analysis: The versatile wideout paced the team in targets while checking in second to DJ Moore in both receptions and receiving yards. Samuel's catch and receiving yardage totals were both his lowest figures of the last four games, however, so he'll look to bounce back with better production in a Week 16 matchup against Washington on Sunday, Dec. 27.

    Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Saturday

    Samuel (hamstring) is listed as active for Saturday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: As long as the versatile Samuel avoids any in-game setbacks, he should see his share of touches Saturday, even with DJ Moore back from the COVID-19 list. Through 12 games this season, Samuel has logged a 61/585/3 stat line as a receiver, while adding 29 carries for 139 yards and a pair of scores via the ground game.

    Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Saturday

    Samuel (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game in Green Bay, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: After going through the practice week unscathed prior to Thursday, Samuel made a surprise appearance on the final Week 15 injury report as a limited participant, clouding his status for this weekend. He's so far putting together his best season as a pro, with 724 yards from scrimmage and five total touchdowns in 12 contests. The Panthers will make a decision on Samuel's status about 90 minutes before Saturday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 90 scrimmage yards in loss

    Samuel corralled seven of nine targets for 68 yards, adding two carries for 22 yards during Sunday's 32-27 loss to Denver.

    Analysis: No matter that a stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list held Samuel to just one practice session this week, he and Robby Anderson remained the clear-cut No. 1 and 2 options for signal-caller Teddy Bridgewater. With DJ Moore (ankle) remaining on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Samuel attracted three times as many targets as the Panthers' third-leading WR, translating that volume into his third consecutive outing with 65-plus receiving yards. The Ohio State product also boasts five total touchdowns…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Sunday

    Samuel is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos, David Newton of ESPN.com reports,

    Analysis: It's worth noting that the Panthers are listing Brandon Zylstra as a starter opposite Robby Anderson on Sunday, but that could simply be a nod to the fact that he practiced more this week than Samuel, who was limited to one day of practice after being activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list. With that in mind, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site doesn't believe that Samuel's level of playing time will be impacted much, despite the team's posted Week 14 starters.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Friday

    Samuel (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list and is practicing Friday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old landed on the COVID list Monday, but he apparently tested negative for the virus all week and was able to make a quick return to the active roster. Fellow wideout DJ Moore (ankle) remains on the COVID list for now, and Samuel could have a larger role Sunday versus Denver should Moore be unavailable.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return this week

    Samuel (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday as a close contact, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel will be required to isolate in quarantine as a result of his placement on the COVID list, but as long as he's able to continue returning negative test results, he could gain clearance in time for Sunday's game against the Broncos. It remains to be seen whether the same can be said for fellow starting wideout D.J. Moore (ankle).

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID list

    The Panthers placed Samuel (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The Panthers placed both Samuel and fellow starting wideout DJ Moore (ankle) on the COVID-19 list Monday, leaving Teddy Bridgewater (undisclosed) with a subpar receiving corps as Sunday's contest against the Broncos approaches. The Panthers aren't allowed to disclose whether players placed on the reserve list have tested positive or simply are quarantining after exposure, so it can't yet be determined when Samuel or Moore will be eligible to return.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid receiving effort in loss

    Samuel brought in all five targets for 72 yards and gained five yards on one rush in the Panthers' 28-27 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: The versatile wideout checked in second to Robby Anderson in receiving yardage for the Panthers while pacing the team in catches. Samuel saved his best for last as well, recording a tough 35-yard grab down the middle on Carolina's final drive to get the ball just short of midfield. Samuel has now had back-to-back busy weeks, posting a combined 13-142-1 line through the air over that span. He'll look to carry that momentum over into a Week 14 matchup against the Broncos following the Week 13…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies scoring grab in win

    Samuel secured eight of 10 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for four yards in the Panthers' 20-0 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: The versatile wideout finished with the team lead in receptions while checking in second in both receiving yards and targets to DJ Moore. Samuel hauled in spot starter P.J. Walker's first career NFL touchdown on a nicely thrown touch pass in the right corner of the end zone early in the third quarter. The productive performance was a welcome resurgence for Samuel, who'd slumped to 3-8-0 line in Week 10 versus the Buccaneers after producing a season-best nine receptions and 125 yards the contest…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stymied against Bucs

    Samuel caught three of five targets for eight yards and rushed three times for four yards in Sunday's 46-23 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Samuel entered Sunday with increased expectations following his strong recent form and projected upside in helping replace Christian McCaffrey (shoulder). Although the utility weapon drew three carries for the third straight week, Samuel hardly found anywhere to run against a stingy Bucs defense, and didn't fare any better in the passing game. Overall, those struggles amounted to a season low in scrimmage yards for Samuel, as he failed to deliver on his enhanced outlook. Whether or not…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 6:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to aid CMC-less backfield

    Samuel is expected to have a heavier role in the Panthers' game plan Sunday against the Buccaneers than he did in Carolina's previous matchup with Tampa Bay in Week 2, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel played 70 percent of the Panthers' offensive snaps Sept. 20 in the 31-17 loss to Tampa Bay, carrying four times for 26 yards and hauling in two targets for 13 yards. While he likely won't see a major bump in his snap count this weekend, Samuel should be in store for a more pronounced role coming off his best outing of the season Week 9 against the Chiefs (nine receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown, three carries for 13 yards). With star tailback Christian McCaffrey (shoulder) inactive…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Compiles 118 total yards, TD

    Samuel secured all nine targets for 105 yards and a touchdown and rushed three times for 13 yards in the Panthers' 33-31 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: Samuel drew even with Robby Anderson for the team lead in receptions on the day among the team's wideouts, with the versatile receiver's receptions, receiving yardage and targets all qualifying as season highs. Samuel's 14-yard scoring grab in the second quarter also was his second in as many games, and he continued to have a minor role in the ground attack despite the return to action of Christian McCaffrey (ribs). Samuel will look to build on Sunday's season-best effort against the Buccaneers…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores through ground and air

    Samuel rushed three times for 23 yards and a touchdown and brought in four of five targets for 31 yards and another score in the Panthers' 25-17 loss to the Falcons on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The versatile receiver was nearly the entire Panthers offense for the night and certainly the star of the first half. Samuel initially scored on a 12-yard rush in the first quarter and then hauled in a perfectly thrown 29-yard pass from Teddy Bridgewater on a flea flicker early in the second quarter to give Carolina its largest lead of the night at 14-6. Samuel's usage in the running game will likely take a hit when Christian McCaffrey returns from his ankle injury, which is slated to occur…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 9:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts rushing TD in loss

    Samuel secured all six of his targets for 48 yards and rushed once for a five-yard touchdown in the Panthers' 27-24 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: The former part-time college running back displayed some of his skills on the ground with a third-quarter scoring run up the middle, his first time finding the end zone on his 15 rush attempts this season. Samuel's reception tally also was a season-best figure, and he's now posted a solid 11-84-0 line with a perfect catch rate over his last pair of contests. The versatile third-year pro will look to continue producing in a Week 8 Thursday night matchup versus the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play

    Samuel (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.

    Analysis: Samuel will return to action after sitting out last week's loss to the Bears with the knee injury. He should immediately reclaim a regular spot in three-receiver sets alongside Robby Anderson and DJ Moore, resulting in Seth Roberts moving back into a depth role. Over his five outings this season, Samuel has hauled in 19 of 23 targets for 183 yards while also carrying 15 times for 63 yards.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to suit up Sunday

    Samuel (knee) is expected to play Sunday against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was inactive last week against the Bears, but it looks like he'll be back for Sunday's 1:00pm ET kickoff after a one-game absence. In the five games he has suited up for, Samuel hasn't been a high-volume option in the Carolina passing game (19 catches on 23 targets for 183 yards), but he has at least picked up some extra touches in that span, having also logged 15 carries for 63 yards.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable again

    Samuel (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

    Analysis: Samuel missed the Panthers' Week 6 game against Chicago after logging three straight limited practices. He followed the same routine in practice this week, so it's best to treat him as truly questionable ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Keith Kirkwood filled in as Carolina's No. 3 receiver last week, playing 51 percent of snaps and catching one of two targets for 13 yards.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Samuel (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Since it was revealed Samuel was dealing with a knee injury last week, his practice reps have been monitored closely, and he was even spotted in a green non-contact jersey Thursday, per Simmons. Samuel has one more opportunity to be a full participant this week, but the fact he hasn't taken contact yet isn't a great sign for his availability Sunday at New Orleans.

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited at practice

    Samuel (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's practice reps were capped last week before he was deemed inactive ahead of Sunday's loss to the Bears. He seems to be in a similar spot this week, but he has two more chances to prove his health to the Panthers' training staff. Another absence from Samuel this weekend at New Orleans would mean more offensive snaps for Seth Roberts and Pharoh Cooper.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined Week 6

    Samuel (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against Washington, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per a report from David Newton of ESPN.com earlier Sunday, Samuel was expected to suit up, but in the interim the Panthers have opted to keep him sidelined due to the knee concern that limited him in practice this week. In Samuel's absence, Seth Roberts and Pharoh Cooper will fill in behind starting wide receivers DJ Moore and Robby Anderson.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to play Sunday

    Samuel (knee) is expected to play Sunday against the Bears, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was listed as a limited participant in practice all week with a knee injury, but it doesn't appear as if it'll be a hinderance to his ability to suit up. Assuming the Panthers deem him active, he'll serve as the team's No. 3 wide receiver and occasionally take snaps out of the backfield when Mike Davis needs a break.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable

    Samuel (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: There hasn't been any suggestion Samuel's knee injury is serious, but it's possible he's treated as a game-time decision, considering he never made it to full practice participation this week. He was a limited participant Wednesday through Friday, dealing with an injury that appears to have been picked up in last week's win over the Falcons. Samuel had five catches for 36 yards and four carries for 28 yards in that contest, primarily serving as the Panthers' No. 3 receiver but also taking some…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Samuel (knee) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Near the tail end of last season, Samuel tended to a knee injury in advance of two different games but still suited up. On this occasion, the Panthers capped his practice reps for a second day in a row, leaving him one more opportunity to elevate to full participation. During Christian McCaffrey's (ankle) absence, Samuel has been used as both a pass catcher and rusher, but he's only surpassed 50 yards from scrimmage two times and has no touchdowns through five contests.

    Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by knee

    Samuel was limited in practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel has received the occasional carry during Christian McCaffrey's (ankle) three-game absence, helping him total 22 touches during that span after accounting for 12 in the first two contests of the season. Still, Mike Davis is the unquestioned lead back for the Panthers at the moment, and DJ Moore and Robby Anderson are more active in the passing game, making Samuel a bit player in the offense.

    Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high nine touches in win

    Samuel caught all five of his targets for 36 receiving yards, adding four rushes for 28 yards during Sunday's 23-16 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: The 2017 second-round draft choice established new season highs in offensive touches and scrimmage yards as the Panthers defeated the Falcons for the first time since Week 9 of Samuel's rookie campaign. Robby Anderson (13 targets) and Mike Davis (10) accounted for over 65 percent of the passing-game looks, but it's also notable that Samuel tied D.J. Moore for third on the team in targets. Tampa Bay was able to spread the ball around against Chicago by ushering four different players to 40-plus…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another five touches

    Samuel caught three of four targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Cardinals. He also lost three yards on two carries.

    Analysis: Samuel hauled in a pass of 24 yards for the second straight week, tying for Carolina's longest play of Sunday's game. That contribution helped Samuel place second on the team in receiving yards despite ranking fifth in targets. With a couple of carries as well, the Panthers continued to use Samuel in a variety of ways, but he failed to make a positive impact on the ground. Through four games this season, Samuel has totaled 25 touches for 182 yards but is yet to score a touchdown, capping his…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 6:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners eight touches

    Samuel caught all four of his targets for 45 yards and rushed four times for seven yards in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Samuel went for a 24-yard gain early in the game, marking his longest play of this season. That contribution helped Samuel post his highest yardage total through three weeks, as he again was involved both in the air and on the ground. With Christian McCaffrey (ankle) sidelined, Samuel garnered four carries for the second game in a row, and although he struggled to get anything going from those touches, his eight overall trailed only replacement tailback Mike Davis' 21 among Carolina's…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • More involvement on tap

    Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady said Thursday that he wants to get Samuel more involved in Carolina's future game plans, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports. "Good things happen when the ball is in his hands," Brady said of Samuel.

    Analysis: Samuel has taken on offensive snap shares north of 70 percent in both of Carolina's first two games of the season, logging 10 targets and five rushing attempts between the two contests. While Samuel may continue taking a back seat to D.J. Moore and Robby Anderson in the passing game, he could be a candidate to take on more work as a runner as the Panthers look to replace star back Christian McCaffrey (ankle), who is expected to miss the next 4-to-6 weeks. Mike Davis is in line to start at…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • More runner than receiver in loss

    Samuel secured both of his targets for 13 yards and added four rushes for 26 yards in the Panthers' 31-17 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: The speedy wideout put together a modest receiving day for the second time in as many games to open the campaign, but he saw an uptick in rushing work. That's partly the byproduct of offensive coordinator Joe Brady looking for different ways to get the ball in the talented Samuel's hands, but it also stemmed from Christian McCaffrey's early exit due to an ankle injury. The fact the third-year pro has been only a minimal subject of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater's attention through their first…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners six touches

    Samuel caught five of eight targets for 38 yards and also rushed once for five yards in Sunday's 34-30 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Samuel played 75 percent of Carolina's offensive snaps, trailing only D.J. Moore and Robby Anderson among the team's wide receivers. Although his yardage total wasn't anything special, it's encouraging to see Samuel get six touches. The speedster will hope to remain similarly involved while boosting his efficiency in Week 2 versus the Buccaneers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet at camp

    Samuel has not been impressive throughout training camp, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel got off to a hot start during the first week of team activities, but he evidently hasn't flashed since camp first began. Alexander notes that Samuel is dealing with a minor hamstring injury, something which could contribute to his lack of noise in camp even if it doesn't seem to have any chance of impacting his availability for the season opener Sept. 13. Samuel is entering the final year of his rookie contract, and there was speculation that the Panthers could shop him after signing…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't be actively shopped

    The Panthers aren't shopping Samuel and will only trade him if they get a "really good" offer, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The late-March addition of Robby Anderson sparked trade rumors, and while other NFL teams are smart to check in, the Panthers seem happy to have three talented wide receivers at Teddy Bridgewater's disposal. New offensive coordinator Joe Brady was part of a record-setting spread attack at LSU last year, and the Panthers don't have much at tight end behind Ian Thomas. In all likelihood, the team plans to lean on three-wide formations with Samuel, Anderson and D.J. Moore all on the field at the…read more

    Published: Fri, Apr 24 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Subject of heavy trade interest

    Teams have been "consistently calling" the Panthers to inquire about trading for Samuel, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

    Analysis: Trade rumors started when the Panthers signed Robby Anderson in late March, but a report shortly thereafter suggested the team wasn't shopping Samuel. That doesn't mean the 24-year-old receiver can't be had for the right price, as the Panthers don't need him for a high-volume role in an offense that also has Anderson, D.J. Moore and Christian McCaffrey demanding targets.

    Published: Fri, Apr 24 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not being shopped

    The Panthers aren't shopping Samuel, despite the recent signing of Robby Anderson, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: This doesn't mean the team will ignore trade offers, but it does suggest Anderson wasn't signed as a direct replacement for Samuel, even though both players largely operated as deep threats for their respective teams last year. Samuel's 14.3 aDOT was tied for third deepest among 38 players with triple-digit targets, while Anderson had a 15.1 aDOT on 96 passes. Both finished in the bottom 10 for catch rate among qualified receivers, in part because Sam Darnold and Kyle Allen were bottom five in…read more

    Published: Thu, Apr 2 at 6:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slow finish to third season

    Samuel, who caught two passes for 13 yards in Sunday's 42-10 loss to the Saints, finishes up the 2019 season with 54 receptions (on 105 targets) for 627 yards and six touchdowns. He also rushed 19 times for 130 yards and another score while playing all 16 games.

    Analysis: Samuel was hampered by injuries during his first two seasons, resulting in 10 missed games, but was able to put together a full campaign while seeing his role expand in 2019. As the Panthers' No. 2 receiver, Samuel trailed only top option D.J. Moore and backfield superstar Christian McCaffrey in catches, targets and receiving yards, yet his six touchdown grabs marked a team high. As usual, the speedster was also incorporated here and there in the running game, where he actually placed second on…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 31 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept to 17 yards in loss

    Samuel caught two of five passes for 17 yards during Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Colts. He added four yards on two carries.

    Analysis: It would be easy to blame Sunday's poor outing on rookie Will Grier's first career start, but Samuel has been held to under 40 yards receiving in six of his last seven games. Samuel might get some more attention in the season finale against the Saints depending on the health of lead receiver D.J. Moore, who left Sunday's game with a concussion. In Week 12's game against the Saints, Samuel caught just one pass for nine yards but added 40 yards on the ground. It will be up to Grier to help Samuel…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Samuel (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: As interim coach Perry Fewell predicted after Friday's practice concluded, Samuel is available to play Week 16, despite sitting out the Panthers' final session of the week due to the knee injury. The team hasn't indicated that Samuel's snaps will be limited by the injury, but the knee issue further muddles his already cloudy fantasy outlook. Samuel had drawn between four and seven targets in each of his past seven games, but it's unclear how much involvement he'll retain in the passing game…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Samuel (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Indianapolis, with coach Perry Fewell saying he expects the wide receiver to play, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's practice routine hinted at trouble, as he was added to the injury report Thursday as a limited participant before downgrading to non-participation Friday. The Panthers don't seem too concerned about his knee injury, but fantasy managers should nonetheless look out for the team's inactive list prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Between the knee injury and quarterback Will Grier making his first NFL start, Samuel comes with some major drawbacks for the final two weeks of what has…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Friday

    Samuel (knee) did not take part in Friday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel's practice participation decreased for the second day in a row, which certainly is not a good sign with Sunday's matchup with the Colts drawing closer at the same time. The Panthers will provide an official update on Samuel's status for Week 16 when their final injury report of the week is released.

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by knee Thursday

    Samuel (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel received a 'limited' tag on one of the Panthers' Week 13 practice reports due to a knee injury, only to ditch the designation prior to the contest. He'll have one more chance to do so this week, but perhaps of more interest in Carolina is the change at quarterback from Kyle Allen to rookie Will Grier. D.J. Moore and Christian McCaffrey are the top two receivers in this offense, so it remains to be seen how Samuel will fare as the third option, at best.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone vs. Seahawks

    Samuel caught five of eight targets for 31 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Seahawks. He also carried four times for 23 yards in the 30-24 loss.

    Analysis: Samuel finished third on the team in targets, but his long gain went for just 12 yards as he finished averaging 6.2 yards per catch. He salvaged his day from a fantasy perspective with a five-yard touchdown catch in the fourth quarter and supplemented that production with a handful of carries as well. Although Samuel hasn't racked up massive yardage this season, his six total touchdowns have given him some fantasy appeal in favorable matchups. His next chance to contribute will come Sunday…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet day against Falcons

    Samuel ran for 17 yards on three carries and caught two of four targets for 25 receiving yards during Sunday's 40-20 loss to Atlanta.

    Analysis: The Ohio State product has been a boom-bust option throughout 2019, providing start-worthy statistical production one week and saddling fantasy GMs with a "bust" in his next outing. Samuel's style of play does not translate particularly well to PPR formats, as he owns a putrid 50.6 percent catch rate and has only reached five receptions in a game two times all year. His big-play potential and touchdown production otherwise make him a high-ceiling fantasy asset, though his effectiveness may be…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone vs. Redskins

    Samuel caught four of seven targets for 65 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Redskins.

    Analysis: Samuel finished behind only D.J. Moore in receiving yards while recording his third-best output of the season in that category. He scored a four-yard touchdown in the first quarter, giving him four trips to the end zone in the last seven games. Samuel also ripped off a 33-yard gain, which was his fourth reception of at least 30 yards this season. He will look to build on this successful outing next Sunday against the Packers.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice Thursday

    Samuel (knee) practiced fully Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Limited by a knee injury at Wednesday's session, Samuel was back to full capacity one day later. He has yet to surpass 100 yards from scrimmage in a given game this season, but typically he's been good for 40-plus such yards, which he's done seven times in 11 contests.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Wednesday

    Samuel was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel appears to have picked up the injury during Sunday's loss to the Saints. There's not yet any reason to worry about the 23-year-old's availability for the Week 13 tilt with Washington, but his participation in practice the next two days will be worth monitoring nonetheless. Samuel has logged three straight games with fewer than 40 receiving yards, but he's set for a favorable matchup against Washington's secondary if healthy.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in wrong direction

    Samuel caught just one of four targets for nine yards but added 40 yards on four carries in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Samuel took a back seat to Christian McCaffrey and D.J. Moore, who scored two touchdowns apiece. His involvement on some running plays was nice, but Samuel has now seen his receiving yardage total trend south for three consecutive games. Luckily, he'll have a nice opportunity to reverse that trend in Week 13 with the vulnerable Redskins secondary coming to town.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by Falcons secondary

    Samuel caught four of seven targets for 25 receiving yards during Sunday's 29-3 loss to Atlanta.

    Analysis: When it comes to Samuel's value, the equation for verifying whether he was a worthwhile start in a given week boils down to whether or not he got into the end zone. In four contests this season in which Samuel has scored a touchdown, he has accounted for four receptions and 55.5 yards per game. In six outings without a score, however, he's been held to just 3.7 receptions and 40.7 yards, while only exceeding the 50-yard mark once. The workload has been there to justify him as a weekly starting…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hauls in touchdown

    Samuel caught four of eight targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Samuel opened the scoring with a two-yard touchdown midway through the first quarter, now giving him four end-zone trips over his last four games. The wideout also has posted two of his three best yardage totals of the campaign over that same span, boosting his value at an important time in the season. Next up for Samuel is a home date against the Falcons, whose defense has widely underwhelmed despite playing surprisingly well Week 10 versus the Saints.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday

    Samuel (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Green Bay.

    Analysis: Held out of Wednesday's practice, Samuel returned Thursday and Friday as a full participant. He should be ready for his usual role Sunday against the Packers, facing a secondary that has a pair of starters -- Adrian Amos (hamstring) and Jaire Alexander (groin) -- listed as questionable.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full participation

    Samuel (hamstring) practiced in full Thursday, Brendan Marks of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: Samuel appears to be good to go for Week 10 after logging an absence at Wednesday's session. While Sunday's opponent (the Packers) has given up nearly 10 yards per target to wide receivers this season, the unit is tied for the fifth-fewest touchdowns allowed to the position (five) through nine contests.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with hamstring injury

    Samuel (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was plagued by a hamstring issue during his first offseason program and preseason in 2017, and while he missed 10 combined games due to other injuries during his first two seasons, he hasn't missed any action in the current campaign. He'll have two more sessions this week to prove the health of his hamstring before the Panthers head to Green Bay for a Week 10 matchup.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone

    Samuel hauled in three of his six targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in Week 9 against the Titans. He also added one rush for 10 yards.

    Analysis: Samuel saw limited volume, but he made the most of his opportunities by turning in multiple big plays. The first came on a 32-yard reception down the right sideline late in the first quarter, but his biggest contribution came just before halftime when he found the end zone on a 12-yard reception. Though he's surpassed 70 receiving yards just once this season, Samuel has seen at least six targets in every game but Week 1.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Week 9

    Samuel (shoulder) is listed as active Sunday versus the Titans, Brendan Marks of The Charlotte Observer reports.

    Analysis: After putting in a DNP/FP/DNP practice regimen this week, Samuel will tough out his shoulder injury and continue to serve as one of the Panthers' starting wide receivers. He has a fair matchup on tap against a Tennessee defense that has allowed 8.4 yards per target and six touchdowns to wideouts through eight games.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Samuel (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Samuel didn't practice Wednesday or Friday, but he was a full participant Thursday. While the unusual sequence might lead to some concern, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic relays that Samuel is expected to play in Sunday's game. A 1 p.m. ET kickoff is good news for fantasy managers, allowing for plenty of alternatives if Samuel unexpectedly ends up on the inactive list.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Friday

    Samuel didn't practice Friday as a result of his shoulder injury, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Samuel was a full participant at Thursday's practice after being held out the day before, but he's not out of the woods with his injury just yet. The Panthers will reveal Samuel's official status for the Week 9 game against the Titans when they release their final injury report later Friday.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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