Sunday's Week 2 NFL action was filled with injury after injury. From the New England Patriots' quarterback going down to Adrian Peterson suffering a potentially serious knee injury, it most definitely wasn't good news for the most-talented skill position players in the league.
Here's a look at the most significant injuries from a fake football perspective.
Jimmy Garoppolo, Quarterback, New England Patriots (Shoulder)
Garoppolo exited Sunday's win over the Miami Dolphins with a shoulder injury late in the second quarter. He didn't return. He's now been diagnosed with a sprained AC joint in his throwing shoulder. Though, early reports that the third-year quarterback could miss six weeks seem premature.
Depending on the severity of the sprain, players can return in 1-2 weeks time. Even in that best-case scenario, Garoppolo obviously won't be a go Thursday night against the Houston Texans. This means that rookie third-round pick Jacoby Brissett will get the start.
With Tom Brady slated to return in Week 5, it's possible we've seen the last of Garoppolo this season barring a Brady injury. Though, he could still be a go against the Buffalo Bills in Week 4. It's shame for the young signal caller, as he was performing at a high level prior to the injury. Garoppolo had thrown three first half touchdowns before exiting Sunday's game.
Josh McCown, Quarterback, Cleveland Browns (Shoulder)
Fresh off Robert Griffin III being placed on injured reserve last week, it looks like the Browns are bracing for bad news regarding McCown. He left Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens twice with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder and could potentially miss extensive time.
If that were to come to fruition, rookie Cody Kessler would find himself under center in Cleveland. That's less-than-stellar news for those of you relying on Browns skill-position players in fantasy football. Both Corey Coleman and Isaiah Crowell had big fantasy games on Sunday. The same won't be said should the Browns have to trot out a rookie under center moving forward.
Adrian Peterson, Running Back, Minnesota Vikings (Knee)
Peterson had to be helped off the field after suffering an apparently serious knee injury in the third quarter of Minnesota's win over the Green Bay Packers Sunday night. The injury itself looked bad, and the Vikings ruled Peterson out immediately. It's akin to what the San Diego Chargers did in Week 1 after Keenan Allen suffered a torn ACL.
Peterson is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday, which should tells us the extent of the injury. But let's be real here for a second. It's not looking good for Peterson. If he's out for an extended period of time, Jerick McKinnon would assume the Vikings' primary ball carrier duties.
Doug Martin, Running Back, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Hamstring)
Any time a running back is dealing with a hamstring injury, it's definitely not a good thing. When said running back has to exit the game and doesn't return, that's even more worrisome. This is what happened to Martin after he tweaked his hamstring. Though, his inability to return could have had more to do with the Buccaneers getting blown out. Either way, this is definitely something worth monitoring during the week.
Thomas Rawls, Running Back, Seattle Seahawks (Foot)
In just his second game back after suffering a broken ankle late in his rookie season, Rawls had to exit against the Los Angeles Rams early on Sunday. It came after he was ineffective, putting up negative seven yards on seven attempts. Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll called it a leg contusion (bruise).
Christine Michael went on to average six yards per attempts in Rawls' stead. Look for a committee approach here to help jumpstart the Seahawks' rushing attack. Those aren't good words in the fantasy football community.
Arian Foster, Running Back, Miami Dolphins (Groin)
It's getting to the point where Foster is now irrelevant in the fantasy football conversation. He entered Sunday's action questionable after suffering a hamstring injury in practice during the week. And while Foster was able to go, he left Miami's loss to the New England Patrots with a separate groin injury.
Much like in Seattle, the Dolphins' running back situation should be considered a no-go. Jay Ajayi replaced Foster in the lineup, but proceeded to lose a fumble. And as it relates to Foster, we simply don't know when he's going to suit up again or if he can even hold up for an entire game at this point in his career.
Jonathan Stewart, Running Back, Carolina Panthers (Hamstring)
Much like Foster, it's almost impossible to even begin relying on Stewart as anywhere near a relevant fantasy option. He injured his ankle during practice, forcing him from the field on Wednesday. Much like Foster, the Panthers' starting running back did play Sunday.
And just like Foster, he left the game with a completely different injury. Now dealing with tweaks to both his ankle and hammy, Stewart simply can't be relied on to see consistent touches moving forward.
The good news here? Fozzy Whittaker went for over 100 total yards in Carolina's win over the San Francisco 49ers. He might be someone to keep an eye on when it comes to the waiver wire.
Ameer Abdullah, Running Back, Detroit Lions (Foot)
This isn't good for anyone involved. After leaving Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans with a foot injury, Abdullah was seen in a walking boot and with a rather large limp. This has him as a major question mark head into Week 3. Dwayne Washington and the PPR-reliant Theo Riddick are the next two Lions' running back on the depth chart.
Danny Woodhead, Running Back, San Diego Chargers (Knee)
Woodhead suffered what looked to be a serious leg injury against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. It looked really bad and he was seen on the turf for several minutes before being helped to the locker room. Woodhead could not put any weight on the leg, which lends credence to the idea that it was a serious injury.
He's set to undergo an MRI on the knee Monday, at which point the Chargers will know more about his status. Should Woodhead miss substantial action, Melvin Gordon will be heavily featured on offense in San Diego.