How often does a player actually suit up the week after first appearing on the injury report? This insight tracks every documented injury occurrence across 10 years of practice participation data and calculates the exact percentage of players who returned to play the very next week — no vague "questionable" guesswork, just the historical track record. Knowing who may play based on specific injury, position, and for particular team really allows you to look into the future, allowing you to make moves before the injury report comes out.

Injury timelines vary widely, and a single week of DNP or Limited status doesn't always tell you what happens next. This tool cuts through that ambiguity with one verified number: the real return rate, built from official practice participation records spanning all 32 teams. Whether you're setting lineups, evaluating IR stashes, or projecting a multi-week absence, know the data before you commit.

Methodology developed and reviewed by Dr. Kyle Trimble PT, DPT.