Corey Kiner stood out in SF’s preseason, flashing balance and wiggle behind the line. A high ankle sprain in the second preseason game vs. Las Vegas will sideline him for about a month. San Francisco waived him with an injury designation to clear a roster spot for Michael Dunn and Malik Knowles, then he cleared waivers and landed on IR. SF’s options now center on rehab and a possible long-term path or an injury settlement that would push him into free agency.

SF has a history of extracting value from UDFA backs, and Kiner’s burst suggested he could factor in behind Christian McCaffrey. If he can return healthy, he might stay in the mix as a depth option and development project into 2025. An injury settlement would likely end that path, though rehab at SF’s facility keeps doors open and preserves the workout clock.

Knowles and Dunn’s addition shows SF’s patience with youth when injuries hit. Knowles adds WR depth; Dunn strengthens the line. For fantasy, Kiner remains a dynasty hold but a wait-and-see in redraft until SF clarifies his status.

The Cleveland Browns are facing significant injury challenges ahead of their Week 12 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, particularly on the offensive line. With starting left tackle Dawand Jones out for the season due to a fractured ankle, the team will also miss Jedrick Wills Jr. due to a knee injury.

Wills, who has struggled this season, will not have the chance to improve his performance against Pittsburgh. The Browns are expected to rely on veteran Germain Ifedi as a replacement, while also having Michael Dunn and Geron Christian available if needed. On a positive note, star defensive end Myles Garrett is set to play despite missing practice earlier in the week.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has been fined $45,020 for unnecessary roughness after a helmet-lowering incident during a game against the Cleveland Browns. This hefty fine is attributed to Barkley's history of similar infractions, including a previous fine while with the New York Giants.

The NFL is focused on improving player safety by discouraging such actions, even if they are not deemed violent. Other fines from the game included penalties for players from both teams.