Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Tue 10/11/22 2:58 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer tallied three receptions (six targets) for 24 yards in Sunday's 30-28 win over the Browns.
EDGE Analysis
Keenan Allen (hamstring) surprisingly continues to miss time, but it hasn't really helped the fantasy prospects of Palmer who registered his second consecutive game with fewer than four receptions. Palmer had built up a bit of preseason hype after emerging as the team's No. 3 wideout during training camp, but he's been an inconsistent disappointment for a team that typically passes the ball plenty. A difficult matchup against the Broncos secondary is up next for Palmer and company.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Sun 10/9/22 11:49 AM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Browns.
EDGE Analysis
Despite taking a questionable tag into the weekend, Palmer always seemed like a good bet to play after turning in a pair of limited practices before upgrading to full participation Friday. With Palmer now having been formally cleared to suit up, he'll look to capitalize on the absence of top wideout Keenan Allen (hamstring), who is missing his fourth straight game. Palmer laid an egg in the Chargers' Week 4 win over Houston, playing 57 percent of the offensive snaps while drawing just one target.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Fri 10/7/22 4:29 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest at Cleveland.
EDGE Analysis
After kicking off Week 5 prep with back-to-back limited practices due to an ankle issue, Palmer capped it with a full session Friday. While his status is up in the air heading into the weekend, he has the benefit of a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff to determine his availability this Sunday. If he's active, he'll be working in a receiving corps without Keenan Allen (hamstring) for a fourth straight game, which has resulted in an 11-154-1 line on 18 targets for Palmer during that stretch.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Wed 10/5/22 6:40 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Palmer's status is worth tracking as Sunday's game against the Browns approaches, with Keenan Allen (hamstring) not practicing Wednesday and uncertain to return to the lineup this weekend. If Allen remains sidelined this weekend, Palmer, DeAndre Carter and possibly Michael Bandy would be in line for added opportunities versus the Browns.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Mon 10/3/22 10:23 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer caught his lone reception for 25 yards in Sunday's 34-24 win over the Texans.
EDGE Analysis
Keenan Allen (hamstring) missed his third straight game, but with the Chargers ahead for most of the game Palmer ultimately took a back seat, playing just 57 percent of the offensive snaps compared to 90-plus in the past two contests. Allen is listed as day-to-day entering Week 5 and likely would bump Palmer completely out of the slot, where he's been thriving in past weeks. Expect more inconsistent performances to follow despite being well-situated in an explosive offense.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Sun 9/25/22 10:42 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer tallied six receptions (on nine targets) for 99 yards in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Jaguars.
EDGE Analysis
Palmer finally had the type of game many thought was possible after earning the No. 3 wide receiver role during training camp. A 45-yard catch-and-run late in the second half ended up being the second most explosive play by the Chargers all afternoon, but it also showcased Palmer's speed, which has been an underreported part of his game. Keenan Allen (hamstring) seems like he could be back after missing the last two weeks, but it's possible Palmer could still be a reliable factor within the Chargers offense even if the veteran is able to make his return.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Fri 9/16/22 12:23 AM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer snared four passes on eight targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Chiefs.
EDGE Analysis
Palmer ultimately was top two in terms of routes run and offensive snaps among wide receivers with Keenan Allen (hamstring sidelined), but the second-year wideout didn't really make do with the additional opportunities. It appeared as if quarterback Justin Herbert and Palmer had a bit of a disconnect throughout the first half whether it be ball placement or precision of routes, but a touchdown in the waning seconds of the loss did end up salvaging what would have been a disappointing outcome for Palmer's fantasy managers. The Chargers, who saw Herbert labor through an apparent rib injury throughout the later stages of the fourth quarter, will have 10 days to heal up before squaring off against the Jaguars in Week 3.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Wed 9/14/22 3:38 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer could have a heightened role in the Chargers' passing attack Thursday against the Chiefs with teammate Keenan Allen (hamstring) ruled out for the contest.
EDGE Analysis
Palmer profiles as the Chargers' No. 2 receiver in a game with one of the highest expected point totals of Week 2. He managed just five receiving yards on four targets in a 24-19 win over Las Vegas in Week 1, but Palmer's 75 percent snap share in the contest was third-largest of his career. The Chargers used Palmer as their No. 2 receiver and DeAndre Carter as the No. 3 after Allen was injured last week, while Jalen Guyton barely got off the bench (five snaps).
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Tue 9/13/22 11:22 AM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer registered three receptions on four targets for five yards in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Raiders. He also carried the ball once for four yards.
EDGE Analysis
After Keenan Allen left midway through the second quarter with a hamstring injury, there was a window for Palmer to make an impact. While the second-year wide receiver did play 50 snaps, easily the second most among wide receivers behind Mike Williams, Palmer was unable to do anything with the increased workload. Instead DeAndre Carter drew the extra attention from Justin Herbert, and he capitalized with two 20-yard receptions including one that went for a score. Allen is expected to miss a bit of time, which should open the door for Palmer to see more volume.
Joshua Palmer WR BUF (7) Fri 8/26/22 7:46 PM
Joshua Palmer
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Palmer isn't expected to play in Friday's preseason game in New Orleans, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
After recording three catches (on eight targets) for 75 yards and a touchdown in the team's first two exhibitions, Palmer spent time in the concussion protocol earlier this week, gaining clearance Wednesday. Still, coach Brandon Staley won't risk the health of the Chargers' No. 3 wide receiver in the preseason finale. Palmer, a 2021 third-rounder, posted a 33-353-4 line on 49 targets in 17 games as a rookie last season.