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Fantasy Player Profile Willie Jr. Gay

  • Willie Jr. Gay
  • LB #6
  • Willie Jr.
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vs. LV: #14 vs opposing LB - 11.97 FPA
Bye Week12Rank116% Rostered-% Change-WK 16 Pts1.50WK 17 Proj. Pts4.72
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1CAR
Win, 47-10
0.00
2@DAL
Win, 44-19
0.00
3PHI
Loss, 12-15
0.00
4@ATL
Loss, 24-26
0.00
5@KC
Loss, 13-26
0.00
6TB
Loss, 27-51
0.00
7DEN
Loss, 10-33
0.00
8@LAC
Loss, 8-26
2.00
9@CAR
Loss, 22-23
2.00
10ATL
Win, 20-17
3.00
11CLE
Win, 35-14
0.00
12Bye  0.00
13LAR
Loss, 14-21
0.00
14@NYG
Win, 14-11
0.00
15WAS
Loss, 19-20
3.00
16@GB
Loss, 0-34
1.50
17LV
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
18@TB
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1CAR,
W 47-10
1----0.00
2@DAL,
W 44-19
1----0.00
3PHI,
L 12-15
4---10.00
4@ATL,
L 24-26
1----0.00
5@KC,
L 13-26
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6TB,
L 27-51
31---0.00
7DEN,
L 10-33
1--110.00
8@LAC,
L 8-26
2----2.00
9@CAR,
L 22-23
2----2.00
10ATL,
W 20-17
2----3.00
11CLE,
W 35-14
-----0.00
12Bye-----0.00
13LAR,
L 14-21
-----0.00
14@NYG,
W 14-11
-----0.00
15WAS,
L 19-20
11---3.00
16@GB,
L 0-34
1----1.50
17LV,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
18@TB,
TBDGet Tickets
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  • Ready for Thursday night

    Gay (hand) was listed as a full participant on Monday's practice estimation.

    Analysis: Gay was able to play through his hand injury in the Saints' Week 6 loss to the Buccaneers, recording four total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, and defending two passes. Monday's full practice estimation indicates the first-year Saint has moved past his hand issue entirely. Expect Gay to serve as New Orleans' top strong-side linebacker in Thursday night's contest against the Broncos.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to open week

    Gay (hand) was estimated to be a limited participant at the Saints' walkthrough Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gay was forced to miss the team's 26-13 loss to Kansas City in Week 5 due to a hand injury and he is still nursing it to open the week. The linebacker will have two more chances to practice in a full capacity before Sunday's matchup with the Buccaneers. If Gay is forced to sit again, Anfernee Orji would likely draw another start at strongside linebacker.

    Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play vs. Kansas City

    Gay (hand) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Chiefs, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay injured his hand in Week 4 against the Falcons, and he won't suit up Monday after failing to participate in practice all week. D'Marco Jackson played with the Saints' first-team defense in Week 4 in the absence of Demario Davis, and the former could slide into Gay's starting role for Monday's contest.

    Published: Sat, Oct 5 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return vs. Atlanta

    Gay (hand) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay will not return after injuring his hand in the first quarter. Clarity on the severity of the injury should be known following the conclusion of Sunday's game. Anfernee Orji will step into a larger role at linebacker in Gay's absence.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits with hand injury

    Gay is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Atlanta due to a hand injury, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Gay recorded two tackles (one solo) before injuring his hand in the first quarter of Sunday's game. Anfernee Orji should see an uptick in snaps on defense while Gay is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Gay (back) is active Sunday against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Gay logged limited practice sessions all week but ultimately feels well enough to suit up for Week 1's divisional matchup. The Mississippi State product should get the start at strongside linebacker for New Orleans.

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 1

    Gay (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Panthers, Jeff Nowak of Audacy Sports reports.

    Analysis: Gay logged three limited practice sessions this week, so his status for Sunday could truly come down to the wire. If the 26-year-old were to miss any time, second-year pro Anfernee Orji would get a chance to step into a key role, especially with D'Marco Jackson (calf) and Jaylan Ford (hamstring) already both ruled out for Week 1.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making progress

    Gay (back) was limited during practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gay did not practice Monday, so his ability to take the field Wednesday is a step in the right direction and could put him on the proper trajectory to suit up Sunday against the Panthers. The injury report also provided some clarity on the 26-year-old's injury as well, which was previously unknown.

    Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on the field

    Gay (undisclosed) did not practice Monday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay's absence was injury-related, according to head coach Dennis Allen, although he declined to offer a diagnosis. A free-agent acquisition this offseason from Kansas City, the Mississippi State product is expected to be a starter in the Saints' linebacker corps, which is currently dealing with several injuries. A clearer picture of his status for Sunday against the Panthers will come later in the week when the team releases its initial injury report.

    Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading to New Orleans

    The Saints agreed to terms with Gay on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million Tuesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: A two-time Super Bowl champion with the Chiefs, Gay started 47 games across four seasons with Kansas City and is coming off a 2023 in which he recorded 58 tackles (44 solo), including one sack, along with three fumble recoveries and one interception across 15 starts. He'll team up with veteran Demario Davis and 2021 second-rounder Pete Werner at linebacker for the Saints.

    Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as full participant

    Gay (neck) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's estimated practice report after being listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's report.

    Analysis: The starting outside linebacker missed the Chiefs' AFC Championship Game win over the Ravens with the same injury. Gay's status Friday will be worth monitoring as Kansas City prepares for its Feb. 11 Super Bowl matchup with San Francisco. The fourth-year pro also dealt with the injury during the Chiefs' divisional-round win over the Bills, and he only played on 14 percent of the defensive snaps in that game, a season low.

    Published: Thu, Feb 1 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still battling neck injury

    Gay (neck) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.

    Analysis: Gay sat out Sunday's win over the Ravens in the AFC Championship Game and will spend the next two weeks working to move past the injury in advance of the Super Bowl matchup with the 49ers on Feb. 11. He'll likely need to put in a full practice at some point this week or next for the Chiefs to feel confident in his availability for the Super Bowl.

    Published: Wed, Jan 31 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not play versus Baltimore

    Gay (neck) has been ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Gay has been dealing with a neck injury that left him questionable to play in last week's divisional-round win against Buffalo. While he was able to suit up in that contest, the 25-year-old linebacker logged consecutive limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday before missing Friday's practice, and he'll now be sidelined for Sunday's game. Gay appeared in 16 games during the regular season, accumulating 58 tackles and four passes defended. His absence will leave Kansas City without one of its…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 28 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in right direction

    Gay (neck) is expected to play Sunday against the Ravens, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay was questionable for the Chiefs' divisional-round win against the Bills due to the same injury, and while he ultimately suited up and played, he was unable to finish the game. Despite that and his DNP status for Friday's practice, the 25-year-old is expected to take the field in the AFC Championship Game, which should be a boost to Kansas City's linebacker corps.

    Published: Sun, Jan 28 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Gay (neck) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Ravens.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old could be trending in the wrong direction to play Sunday, as he went from opening the Chiefs' week of practice with consecutive limited sessions to a DNP on Friday. If Gay is unable to play through his neck issue in the AFC Championship Game, Cole Christiansen and Leo Chenal could see increased opportunities in Kansas City's linebacker corps.

    Published: Fri, Jan 26 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in Wednesday's practice

    Gay (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Gay managed to return to practice Wednesday after he suffered the neck injury during the Chiefs' divisional-round win over the Bills on Sunday. The 25-year-old linebacker will have two more chances to increase his practice activity this week before the Chiefs decide whether he carries a designation into Sunday's AFC Championship Game matchup with the Ravens.

    Published: Wed, Jan 24 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return vs. Buffalo

    Gay (neck) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's AFC divisional-round game against the Bills, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: As Palmer notes, Gay is the player best utilized as a spy for quarterback Josh Allen, who rushed for 51 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. With Gay out for the remainder of Sunday's contest, Drue Tranquill has taken over in his spot.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves game with neck injury

    Gay (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's AFC divisional-round game against the Bills, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay went back to the locker room after sustaining a neck injury on the Bills' second offensive drive of the game. He had three tackles before exiting Sunday's game, and in Gay's absence, Drue Tranquill is set to see more action at weakside linebacker.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking the field

    Gay (neck) is active for Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Bills.

    Analysis: Gay didn't pop up on the injury report until Saturday, but he was expected to suit up based on an earlier report from James Palmer of NFL Network. His ability to take the field for the divisional-round matchup should be good news for the Chiefs' linebacker corps.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Sunday

    Gay (neck) is expected to play in Sunday's divisional-round game versus the Bills, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay popped up on the injury report Saturday, but it appears that was just a precautionary measure, as the 25-year-old linebacker is on track for the road playoff matchup. The 2020 second-round pick played just 22 snaps in the wild-card round and posted two tackles and a pass breakup.

    Published: Sun, Jan 21 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Late addition to injury report

    Gay is a late addition on the Chiefs' injury report ahead of Sunday's game in Buffalo due to a neck injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: It is unclear when exactly Gay picked up the injury or how serious it is, but his status Sunday will now likely depend on how he is feeling closer to kickoff. Cole Christiansen would presumably be the next-man-up at linebacker if Gay cannot give it a go.

    Published: Sat, Jan 20 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five tackles in win

    Gay finished Sunday's 25-17 win over the Bengals with five tackles (four solo).

    Analysis: Gay reached five total tackles for the first time since Week 13. He played 34 snaps on defense, three more than in Week 16 against the Raiders. Gay is up to 58 tackles (44 solo), including one sack, four passes defended, one interception, one forced fumble and three fumble recoveries over 16 games this season.

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 5:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs first pick of the season

    Gay registered two tackles (two solo), a pass deflection and an interception in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gay recorded the only interception of last week's victory for the Chiefs, which served as his first pick of the season for the 25-year-old and the fourth of his career. Gay will now look to produce once again during the team's matchup versus the Raiders on Monday.

    Published: Tue, Dec 19 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go in Germany

    Gay (lower back) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins in Frankfurt, Germany.

    Analysis: Gay appeared to be in danger of sitting out the Week 9 game after he opened the week as a non-participant in practice, but he made enough progress Thursday and Friday for the Chiefs to give him a questionable tag heading into the weekend. After avoiding the inactive list, Gay should fill his typical starting role, and he could even take on a larger snap share than usual as the Chiefs look to replace star linebacker Nick Bolton (wrist).

    Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 5:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable Sunday

    Gay (lower back) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Gay seems to be trending in the right direction to play this weekend, as he went from a DNP during Wednesday's practice to limited sessions both Thursday and Friday. If the 25-year-old linebacker were to miss Sunday's contest, Cam Jones would likely see an uptick in work on defense for Kansas City.

    Published: Fri, Nov 3 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice Thursday

    Gay (lower back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Per Adam Teicher of ESPN.com, head coach Andy Reid noted Wednesday that he wasn't sure whether Gay would have to go on IR after the linebacker injured his tailbone against the Broncos in Week 8. He was at least able to get in a limited session Thursday after not practicing Wednesday, but his activity Friday will likely serve as a good barometer of his chances of suiting up against the Dolphins in a Week 9 matchup in Germany, and perhaps even an indicator of his availability over the next few…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 2 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice, IR stint possible

    Gay (lower back) won't practice Wednesday, and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said he isn't sure whether the linebacker will have to go on injured reserve, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gay exited the Week 8 loss to Denver with what was deemed a tailbone injury at the time, and the injury is now being called a lower back contusion. While Gay hasn't been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the context of an IR stint still being in consideration suggests he's likely to miss at least one game due to this injury. Kansas City's linebacker corps is already without Nick Bolton (wrist), so if Gay can't go Sunday, slowing down a Miami backfield led by Raheem Mostert won't…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 1 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves game with tailbone injury

    Gay (tailbone) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay exited the game with three tackles and a fumble recovery. The Chiefs are now down two staters at linebacker with Nick Bolton (wrist) placed on injured reserve Saturday. Jack Cochrane is filling in for Gay while the latter remains off the field.

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets first sack in win

    Gay recorded five tackles (three solo), including a sack, in Sunday's 31-17 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Gay was able to wrangle Justin Herbert down in the first quarter for a sack, his first of the 2023 campaign. The linebacker is now up to 28 tackles, including the sack, while also deflecting three passes and recovering two fumbles over the first seven contests of the year.

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team with six stops Thursday

    Gay posted six tackles (five solo) and recovered a fumble in Thursday's Week 6 win over Denver.

    Analysis: Gay led Kansas City in stops in the victory, tying his high mark on the campaign. The fourth-year pro also ended the Broncos' final drive of the contest when he recovered a Samaje Perine fumble in Denver territory. Gay has tallied 23 tackles (16 solo) and two fumble recoveries through six games on the campaign.

    Published: Sat, Oct 14 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for Week 3

    Gay (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Bears.

    Analysis: Gay sat out practice Wednesday and was a limited participant Thursday and Friday. He's played over 55 percent of Kansas City's defensive snaps in each of the first two games of the season, totaling five tackles (three solo).

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable

    Gay (quadriceps) is considered questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bears.

    Analysis: Gay practiced in limited fashion on consecutive days to close out the week after sitting out Wednesday. He is seemingly a true game-time decision Sunday, so his final status is unlikely to be confirmed until closer to kickoff. Cam Jones would presumably be in line to fill in at weakside linebacker if Gay ultimately sits out.

    Published: Fri, Sep 22 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Wednesday

    Gay (quadriceps) did not practice Wednesday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay logged close to a typical workload in Sunday's win over the Jaguars, so it's not clear when he may have suffered the injury or if he's really at risk of missing the team's Week 3 game against the Bears. His status for Thursday's practice will likely shed a better light on his potential availability for the matchup.

    Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Wednesday

    Gay (shoulder) practiced fully Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gay was listed as a limited participant on all three practice reports issued last week, so his progression to full activity Wednesday paves the way for him to continue serving as a regular linebacker for the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII this Sunday against the Eagles.

    Published: Wed, Feb 8 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Super Bowl

    Gay (shoulder) is listed as questionable after the first week of preparation ahead of Super Bowl LVII against the Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 12.

    Analysis: Gay was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report before operating under practice restrictions Thursday and Friday, the result of a shoulder issue. Still, he has one week to go to show he's healthy enough to remain a regular in the Chiefs' linebacking corps for the Super Bowl.

    Published: Fri, Feb 3 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited

    Gay (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report.

    Analysis: Gay suffered a shoulder injury in the third quarter of the Chiefs' AFC Championship Game win over Cincinnati on Sunday and didn't return. While it's encouraging to see him estimated as a partial participant in the Chiefs' first practice report for Super Bowl prep, he looks like he still has some work to do before he's officially cleared for the Feb. 12 matchup with the Eagles.

    Published: Wed, Feb 1 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Gay is questionable to return to Sunday's AFC Championship Game against Cincinnati due to a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: Gay was banged up in the third quarter of Sunday's matchup, and it's unclear whether he'll be available down the stretch. Darius Harris and Leo Chenal are candidates to see increased playing time if Gay is unable to return.

    Published: Sun, Jan 29 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts career-best campaign in 2022

    Gay racked up five tackles in the 31-13 win over the Raiders in Week 18.

    Analysis: Gay only played 56 percent of the defensive snaps in the regular-season finale, his lowest total since Week 7, likely as a precautionary measure with the playoffs looming and the Chiefs leading comfortably in the contest. In addition to a career-high 88 tackles (51 solo) in 2022, Gay compiled career-best outputs of 2.5 sacks and eight passes defended, adding a pick-six in Week 14 in Denver. He's an explosive athlete who was viewed as raw coming out of the draft but has seemingly come into his…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts up seven stops Week 17

    Gay recorded seven tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Gay tied with cornerbacks Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson for the Chiefs' second most tackles behind fellow linebacker Nick Bolton (10) in Week 17. The 24-year-old Gay has now recorded a recorded a career-high 83 tackles over 12 games this season, and he'll look to continue playing a rotational role Week 18 against the Raiders.

    Published: Tue, Jan 3 at 9:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up nine stops in win

    Gay recorded nine tackles (two solo) and two passes defensed in Saturday's 24-10 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Despite playing just 64 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps this past weekend versus Seattle, Gay still managed to collect nine stops, which is the most he's logged since his 11-tackle performance back in Week 11 against the Chargers. The 24-year-old is in line to continue operating as one of the team's starting linebackers when Kansas City hosts the Broncos on New Year's Day.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies first career pick-six

    Gay recorded five tackles (five solo) and an interception returned for a 47-yard touchdown in Sunday's 34-28 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Gay made one of the more impressive defensive plays of the season, leaping to deflect a pass to himself before stiff arming quarterback Russell Wilson (concussion) on his way to a 47-yard touchdown in the second quarter. The 24-year-old also played the second-most defensive snaps (45) of any Chiefs linebacker behind leading tackler Nick Bolton. Gay has now logged career highs in tackles (63), sacks (2.5) and pass defended (five) over just nine games this season, and he should continue to play a…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 11 tackles Week 11

    Gay recorded 11 tackles (seven solo), including one sack, in Sundays 30-27 victory against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Gay saw his highest playing time of the season since Week 2, lining up on 82 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps Sunday. As a result, the third-year linebacker logged 11 tackles for the second time in 2022 while adding his second sack in as many games. After being suspended four games for a violation of the league's personal conduct policy, Gay now has 48 tackles (28 solo), 2.5 sacks and three passes defended while playing all but three of his 279 snaps on defense over six games this season,…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fills stat sheet in win

    Gay recorded eight tackles (six solo), including one sack, and a pass defended during Sunday's 27-17 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Gay logged his first solo sack of 2022 as he brought down Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence at the line of scrimmage early in the third quarter. Despite only playing 67 percent of the team's defensive snaps, the 24-year-old tied fellow linebacker Nick Bolton for a team high in tackles. Gay has now totaled 37 stops (21 solo), 1.5 sacks and three passes defended over five games this season, and he should continue to play a prominent role against the Chargers this coming Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Credited for first sack in 2022

    Gay recorded eight tackles (four solo) and 0.5 sacks during Sunday's 44-23 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gay returned from a four-game suspension Sunday in San Fransisco and logged eight tackles and 0.5 sacks in the contest. While he only played 56 percent of the team's defensive snaps in Week 7, the 24-year-old linebacker heads into a Week 8 bye before returning next Sunday night against the Titans.

    Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has suspension lifted

    Gay has served his four-game suspension and is now eligible to participate in practices and games, Charles Goldman of Chiefs Wire reports.

    Analysis: Gay's return will be a boost to the Chiefs defense after a strong start to his season. Through two games, he compiled 16 tackles (eight solo) and two passes defensed. He should suit up Sunday against the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hit with suspension

    Gay has been suspended for the next four games due to violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay's suspension stems from a January arrest on misdemeanor property damages, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.com. The suspension will begin immediately, while leaving the third-year-pro out of action until Week 7 against the 49ers. It's a tough blow, not only for Gay, but the Chiefs defense as well. In his absence, Darius Harris will likely step into the starting role at weakside linebacker.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team-high 11 tackles in win

    Gay recorded 11 tackles (six solo), including two for loss, and added two pass defenses during Thursday's 27-24 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Gay and Nick Bolton each registered double-digit tackles, but the former outpaced the latter by one and was the only Chiefs player to recorded multiple pass deflections. Across two games, Gay has totaled 16 tackles over 109 defensive snaps and appears to have carved out a much bigger role than he had last year, when he finished with a career-high 48 tackles across 12 appearances. The 2020 second-round pick will look to maintain his strong play against the Colts in Week 3.

    Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play versus Bills

    Gay returned to practice Friday and is slated to play Sunday against the Bills, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The linebacker didn't practice Thursday, with his absence listed as not injury related/personal. Per Teicher, Gay pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor charge of criminal property damage of less than $1,000 following an incident Wednesday night. In 12 regular season games (including 11 starts), the 2020 second-round draft choice recorded 48 tackles and two interceptions.

    Published: Fri, Jan 21 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Arrested on misdemeanor charge

    Gay was arrested Wednesday in Overland Park, Kan. in a misdemeanor criminal damage case, KCTV 5 News Kansas City reports.

    Analysis: The circumstances that resulted in Gay's arrest aren't yet known, but he was booked overnight in the Johnson County Detention Center and is scheduled to make an appearance in court Thursday at 1:30 p.m. local time. His availability for Sunday's divisional-round game against the Bills is in question while his legal situation remains in flux.

    Published: Thu, Jan 20 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from COVID-19 list

    Gay (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Gay was unavailable for Thursday's win over the Chargers after he tested positive for COVID-19, but he returned to practice Wednesday. The 23-year-old should be able to return to game action in Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID-19 list

    Gay was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday and has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Gay was a full participant in practice Monday and Tuesday, but was one of several Chiefs who landed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday. Melvin Ingram will likely take on a starting role against the Chargers, while Gay's next chance to return will be Dec. 26 against Pittsburgh.

    Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight stops during SNF

    Gay registered eight tackles (four solo), one pass deflection and a half-sack during Sunday's 22-9 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Coming off the bye week, Gay registered his most tackles in a game since Week 8. The second-year linebacker hasn't been a consistent fantasy producer this season, but he's shown flashes of being a disruptive player. On the season, he's totaled 33 tackles, three pass deflections, two interceptions and a half-sack across eight appearances.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Gay (illness) was able to practice fully for the Chiefs on Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gay suffered a stomach illness near the end of the Chiefs' Week 10 win over the Raiders. The linebacker is expected to be good to go for Sunday's Week 11 contest with the Cowboys.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with stomach illness

    Gay emerged from Sunday's win over the Raiders battling a stomach illness, per coach Andy Reid, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay will presumably be good to go by the time the Chiefs face the Cowboys in Week 11, but further clarification on his status should arrive when Kansas City resumes practicing Wednesday. He had four tackles (one solo) in the 41-14 win over Vegas.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday night

    Gay (toe) is active for Sunday night's game against the Bills, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gay's return was evident when he was activated from injured reserve Saturday. He'll resume his usual role at linebacker, though he may not play full time as he gets back up to speed.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from IR

    Gay was activated from injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: The linebacker has yet to appear in a game this season while nursing a toe injury. He is still deemed questionable for Sunday night's matchup versus the Bills. Gay made 39 tackles and one sack while forcing a fumble in 2020.

    Published: Sat, Oct 9 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives return designation

    Gay (toe) was designated to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay has spent the first four weeks of the season on injured reserve but can now resume practicing. He'll have a 21-day window where he can be activated before reverting to injured reserve for the rest of 2021.

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 6:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Close to returning from IR

    Coach Andy Reid said Monday that "there's a chance" Gay (toe) could be activated from injured reserve this week, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Reid said that Gay is starting to feel better, but he wasn't ready to make any definitive statements about his activation. Ben Niemann (head) may be unavailable, so the Chiefs could certainly use the 23-year-old linebacker against the Bills this week. Gay has yet to make his 2021 debut.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves to injured reserve

    Gay (toe) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Gay suffered the injury during the preseason finale against the Vikings and will miss at least the first three games of the season. The 2020 second-round pick recorded 39 tackles (29 solo), one sack and one forced fumble in 16 games as a rookie last season.

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enters concussion protocol

    Gay entered the concussion protocol after he exited Wednesday's practice with a head injury, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: While Kansas City doesn't expect Gay to miss significant time, he'll need to clear several benchmarks before he's allowed to return to practice. The team plans to be careful with the linebacker in the coming days to avoid rushing him back, and it's not yet clear whether the issue will impact his availability for the preseason opener against the 49ers on Aug. 14.

    Published: Thu, Aug 5 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers possible concussion

    Gay (head) exited Wednesday's practice early to be evaluated for a concussion, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: If Gay is diagnosed with a concussion, he will enter the league's protocol for such injuries and have to clear a number of steps before returning to practice in full. The second-year pro has already fully recovered from January surgery undergone to repair a torn meniscus.

    Published: Wed, Aug 4 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on injured reserve

    Gay (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: The 23-year-old underwent surgery on a torn meniscus last week, so he already was ruled out for the Super Bowl. Gay should have plenty of time to recover in time for the 2021 season. Darius Harris should have an increased defensive role for the Chiefs in his absence.

    Published: Sun, Feb 7 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out after meniscus surgery

    Gay (knee) has undergone surgery to address a torn meniscus and will miss the Super Bowl versus Tampa Bay, Nick Shook of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay is reportedly facing a four-month recovery timetable, which would put him on track for the start of the 2021 season and a fair amount of tentative offseason activities. The rookie second-round pick's absence should position Darius Harris for an increased role versus the Buccaneers in the Super Bowl.

    Published: Fri, Jan 29 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out again

    Gay (ankle) is ruled out for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bills.

    Analysis: Gay still has yet to resume practicing since suffering an ankle injury against the Chargers in Week 17. Darius Harris stands to once again handle an increased defensive role with Gay sidelined.

    Published: Fri, Jan 22 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Gay (ankle) is ruled out for Sunday's AFC divisional-round matchup against the Browns, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Gay remains sidelined due to a left ankle sprain sustained during Kansas City's regular-season finale against the Chargers. With the rookie second-round pick out, Darius Harris could handle a substantial defensive role against the Browns.

    Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing ankle sprain

    Gay suffered a left ankle sprain during Sunday's 38-21 loss to the Chargers, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay was quickly ruled out to return to Sunday's contest upon being injured, which could be a bad sign for the severity of the injury. With the Chiefs having secured a bye to begin the playoffs, however, the rookie second-round pick will at least benefit from an additional week to recover.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out

    Gay (leg) will not return to Sunday's game.

    Analysis: Gay is officially listed as out for Sunday's game against the Chargers. The extent of the linebacker's leg injury is still unknown, but it is likely Darius Harris will take over his duties. Gay has registered 38 tackles (28 solo) and one sack this season.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Gay left Sunday's game due to a leg injury.

    Analysis: While the extent of issue is unclear at this time, Gay is questionable to return after getting injured at the end of the first quarter. It's unclear whether it was Gay's ankle or leg that was injured, but Darius Harris likely will take over Gay's linebacker duties if the 22-year-old is unable to return.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rings up nine stops

    Gay posted nine tackles and a forced fumble in Sunday's 17-14 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gay logged season highs in tackles and defensive snaps (49), adding the first forced fumble of his career as well. The rookie second-round pick out of Mississippi State has been an inconsistent fantasy contributor this season with just 38 tackles over 15 games.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs first career sack

    Gay posted six tackles (five solo) and a sack in Sunday's 40-32 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Gay played just 15 defensive snaps through the first three weeks, but the rookie second-rounder is getting comfortable at the NFL level and is receiving more work as a result. He logged a season-high 47 percent snap share Sunday and capitalized with his first career sack. Gay's usage stands to rise even more after that performance, so he could carve out fantasy utility in the near future.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Working as backup early

    Gay has been working as the backup to Damien Wilson at the "SAM" linebacker position early in training camp, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: When the Chiefs selected him in the second round of April's draft, Gay was viewed as a potential candidate for a weak-side linebacker spot, but Kansas City has thus far been auditioning the rookie on the strong side. There's still plenty of time remaining for his outlook to change heading into Week 1, but Gay appears in line to begin his professional career in a reserve role.

    Published: Wed, Aug 19 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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