Smith out, Heinicke starts for Washington vs. Tampa Bay
Alex Smith is not in uniform for Washington’s wild-card game against Tampa BayJANUARY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ANTONIO GANDY-GOLDEN
Healthy scratch Week 17 Gandy-Golden (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday night's game against the Eagles, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.
Impact Gandy-Golden came off IR on Dec. 26, but he isn't yet ready to return to game action. Through six regular-season appearances this year, the rookie caught one of seven targets for three yards.
JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Smith, McLaurin are active for Washington, as expected
Quarterback Alex Smith and wide receiver Terry McLaurin are active for Washington against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday nightJANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Officially activated from IR Washington activated Gandy-Golden from injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact The fourth-round rookie from Liberty shifted to IR on Oct. 24 after composing an uneventful stat line of 25 scrimmage yards on two offensive touches over five appearances between Weeks 2 and 6. Gandy-Golden will now slot into a depth position at wide receiver as Washington attempts to secure its first NFC East title since 2015.
DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Chance to return Week 16 Gandy-Golden (hamstring) has a chance to be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.
Impact With Terry McLaurin (ankle) doubtful to play, Gandy-Golden could handle a decent amount of offensive snaps alongside Steven Sims and Cam Sims, if active. However, fantasy managers need to keep in mind that all Washington pass-catchers might be catching passes from Dwayne Haskins instead of Alex Smith (calf).
DECEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Opens 21-day window to return Gandy-Golden (hamstring) practiced Thursday, opening his 21-day window for Washington to activate him from injured reserve, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Impact Gandy-Golden took part in position drills as he seeks his first game action since Week 6. Prior to suffering a hamstring injury, he made four appearances in which he gathered in one of five targets for three yards and ripped off a 22-yard run. If he's able to return, Gandy-Golden could have a tough time cracking a wide receiver group that has settled on Terry McLaurin (ankle) and Cam Sims at the top, with Steven Sims, Isaiah Wright and Dontrelle Inman mixing in on occasion.
DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Washington Football Team WR Antonio Gandy-Golden to return this week? Could the Washington Football Team get an added boost to their wide receiver room this coming week? The Washington Football Team's offense a...
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • RIGGOSRAG.COM
Aiming to pratice Thursday Gandy-Golden (hamstring) could return to practice Thursday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The rookie fourth-round pick hasn't suited up since Week 6, but he appears to be ready for his next step in recovery. If he's able to practice, he could be activated for this Sunday's game against the 49ers. Gandy-Golden has just two touches for 25 yards over four games. His pathway to consistent reps, once he returns to the lineup, is unclear.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Willis accounts for 5 TDs, No. 22 Liberty routs W Carolina
Malik Willis threw for 306 yards and three touchdowns and ran for two more scores, leading No. 22 Liberty over Western Carolina 58-14NOVEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on IR Gandy-Golden (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
Impact Despite numerous injuries to Washington pass catchers, Gandy-Golden simply hasn't been involved much during his rookie season, accumulating just one catch across 43 offensive snaps. It doesn't seem as if the fourth-round pick will be on the injured reserve list much more than the required three weeks, but he'll miss a number of solid fantasy matchups, including games against the Cowboys, Giants and Lions during that span.
OCTOBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Week 7 Gandy-Golden (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Impact The rookie fourth-round pick couldn't finish his first drive of the day Week 6, and he has yet to resume practicing, so it's unsurprising to see Washington shut him down for at least one game. Gandy-Golden will get the benefit of a Week 8 bye to rest up with an eye on returning Nov. 8 versus the Giants.
OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Misses another practice Gandy-Golden (hamstring) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.
Impact Gandy-Golden didn't take any reps for the second straight practice, increasing the likelihood that he won't be available for Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Coach Ron Rivera acknowledged earlier in the week that both Gandy-Golden and Isaiah Wright (shoulder) were unlikely to play Sunday, so Washington will be a bit shorthanded at receiver Week 7.
OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing Wednesday Gandy-Golden (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN NFL Nation reports.
Impact Gandy-Golden lasted less than one drive against the Giants last week before exiting with this injury, and the hamstring is still bothering him as Washington begins its week of practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys. The rookie fourth-rounder has just one catch and one carry this season.
OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Kyle Allen likely remains starting QB for 1-5 Washington
Kyle Allen almost beating the previously winless New York Giants is likely enough to keep his job as Washington's starting quarterbackOCTOBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bush, Board among key injuries in NFL's Week 6
Two of the biggest injuries in the NFL's sixth weekend of play Sunday were to Pittsburgh second-year inside linebacker Devin Bush and New York Giants receiver COCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Giants and Judge finally win, beat Washington on fumble TD
Joe Judge and the New York Giants have finally won, and they have rookie Tae Crowder and a risky gamble by Washington coach Ron Rivera for making them relevant againOCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Done for day Gandy-Golden (hamstring) was ruled out of the remainder of Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact It's unclear how the rookie suffered the injury, but he was forced to leave the game following the team's first drive. Gandy-Golden hasn't had an ideal start to his first NFL campaign, hauling in just one catch on three targets for three yards this year. In his stead, Isaiah Wright will continue to suit up in three-wide sets, with just Cam Sims behind him for the remainder of the contest.
OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
No catches against Ravens Gandy-Golden was not targeted during Sunday's 31-17 loss to Baltimore.
Impact The 2020 fourth-round draft choice logged his first NFL catch in the second game of the season against Arizona, and he followed that up with a 22-yard rush on his only offensive touch against the Browns Week 3. Gandy-Golden fielded 17 percent of the offensive snaps Sunday afternoon against the AFC's reigning No. 1 seed, but he was not one of Washington's four receivers who registered a target. The Liberty product remains a depth option heading into a Week 5 matchup against a Rams defense that has allowed the second-fewest receiving touchdowns (one) to opposing WRs this season.
OCTOBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
No receptions in Week 3 Gandy-Golden didn't catch either of his two targets but rushed once for 22 yards in Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Ravens.
Impact Gandy-Golden played 19 of 65 offensive snaps (29 percent) to finish fifth among Washington's wide receivers Sunday. Barring an injury, Gandy-Golden may struggle to make much of a fantasy impact this season, but his collegiate success -- he recorded more than 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns in his final three seasons -- makes him an intriguing option in dynasty formats.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Daily Slop: Ron Rivera’s approach signals how much work is left for Washington; What’s up with WR Antonio Gandy-Golden? A daily collection of articles from around the web
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • HOGSHAVEN.COM
To be available Sunday Gandy-Golden (concussion) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Impact Gandy-Golden logged full practices all week, but Washington didn't officially clear him until the release of Friday's injury report. The 2020 fourth-round pick thus is set to make his NFL debut this weekend after going through the concussion protocol over the course of the last two weeks.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Practices fully again Gandy-Golden (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.
Impact The rookie receiver matched his level of activity from Wednesday, but Washington has yet to confirm that Gandy-Golden has cleared the NFL's five-phase concussion protocol. Assuming he gets the green light for Sunday's season opener versus the Eagles, Gandy-Golden should serve as Washington's first receiver off the bench behind starters Terry McLaurin, Steven Sims and Dontrelle Inman.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Full practice Wednesday Gandy-Golden (concussion) was a full participation in Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
Impact It has yet to be confirmed that Gandy-Golden has fully cleared the league's five-step concussion protocol, but Wednesday's unrestricted session is an indication that he's at least close to full health. The rookie fourth-round pick will look to garner full medical clearance in time for Sunday's season opener against the Eagles, though it looks like he'll begin the season as Washington's No. 4 receiver behind Terry McLaurin, Steven Sims and Dontrelle Inman.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Inside The Curious Mind Of Rookie WR Antonio Gandy-Golden Gandy-Golden's next challenge is developing into a successful NFL wideout for the Washington Football Team.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • WASHINGTONFOOTBALL.COM
Returns to practice Friday Gandy-Golden (undisclosed) participated in Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.
Impact Gandy-Golden hasn't been up to par in training camp, so it's a positive sign that he's back on the field after missing a week of practice. The rookie wideout will look to fine-tune his skillset, as the 22-year-old was highly productive in college, recording three straight seasons with at least 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. Washington is banking on his development, but Steven Sims and Dontrelle Inman are expected to start in three-wide sets alongside Terry McLaurin to begin the year.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
