Unlock one of the most actionable metrics in NFL injury analytics — the average number of weeks a player spends on the injury report for any given injury type. When a player is on the injury report, it means their availability may be in question or that they are receiving treatment. This also means that the injury is still affecting their participation and in turn, affecting their performance. Just because they have no designation doesn't mean they are 100 percent healthy.

Understanding how long a player spends on the injury report also helps you cut through the noise when the injury report grows long late into the season. Whether you're managing a lineup, planning around an absence, or building a fantasy roster, knowing how long an injury can linger gives you an earlier read than the injury report alone.

This data product pulls directly from a comprehensive NFL injury report dataset spanning 10 years, covering all 32 teams, and every position group. Search and filter by:

• Player — look up any individual player's injury report history and average time missed
• Game Status — filter by Out, Questionable, Doubtful, or IR designations to understand severity
• Position — compare how long quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and other position groups typically miss
• Team — analyze how specific franchises manage injured players and roster availability
• Year — track trends over time and see how injury report durations have shifted season by season
• Injury Type — drill into specific injuries like hamstring, knee, ankle, concussion, and more

From a DNP on Wednesday to a game-time decision on Sunday, this metric tells you exactly how long that window typically lasts — giving you the data to make smarter, faster decisions when it matters most.

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