2026 Week 5 Fantasy Football Breaking News: KC Concepcion Ruled Out vs. Jets with Head Injury
The Browns' wide receiver took a big hit from Minkah Fitzpatrick and won't return Sunday — here's what it means for your roster.
KC Concepcion is done for the day. According to ProFootballTalk (NBC Sports), the Browns ruled out their wide receiver with a head injury after he was struck by Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick while attempting to catch a pass during Sunday's Week 5 game. Concepcion was able to walk to the locker room under his own power, but the Browns wasted no time making the ruling official.
KC Concepcion
Concepcion is out for the remainder of Sunday's game — that much is certain. Beyond today, the source story doesn't specify a recovery timeline or a corresponding roster move, so don't assume anything about his Week 6 availability. If you started him in PPR (point-per-reception) leagues today expecting a full game, he's a zero the rest of the way. Check his status closely during the week ahead; head injuries carry mandatory evaluation protocols that can cloud availability right up to kickoff. Managers in dynasty leagues should monitor the injury designation and any practice reports before making any move.
The Browns' other receivers stand to absorb his target share for the rest of this game, though the source story doesn't identify specific beneficiaries by name. If you have a Cleveland pass-catcher on your bench, now is the time to check your league's in-game waiver or lineup rules.
Data: real stats via Sleeper, projections via FantasyPros.