Injuries to players on your draft rosters are pretty much a foregone conclusion at some stage of the Premier League season. Making an informed decision about whether to keep them on your team until they return to fitness or replace them with a player who can score you points in the interim is a crucial factor to the success of your fantasy team. We’ll walk you through the different variables you should consider to arrive at the best decision. Check out our 24/25 Draft Kit for more insights and tips to make the most of your draft and fantasy season. Pricing plans available here.
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When is it Time to Drop an Injured Player from your Roster?
Injuries are finicky and recovery timeframes are difficult to correctly predict, even for the experts. Players often try to rush back and can suffer setbacks that keep them out even longer than initially expected. Some reported injuries end up being managerial mind games (staring daggers at you, Steve Cooper & Roberto De Zerbi), and some players manage miraculous recoveries. So, when do you drop an injured player and when do you stick to your guns?