Chris Autman-Bell News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Golden Gophers

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Not dressed Saturday Autman-Bell (ankle) is not dressed out for Saturday's game against Miami of Ohio after initially being seen going through warmups, Ryan Burns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Autman-Bell had gone through warmups and was initially announced as a starter for Saturday's contest but the team ultimately decided to give him one more week to rest up. The Gophers head to Colorado next weekend and will want him as healthy as possible heading into that big game. He'll likely be expected to return against the Buffaloes.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Announced as starter Autman-Bell (ankle) went through warmups and was announced as a starter for Saturday's game against Miami of Ohio, Tony Liebert of the Minnesota Dialy News reports.

Impact Minnesota will get its best receiver back in the fold Saturday with Autman-Bell set to return after missing the opener. It's important to note, however, that Autman-Bell was not expected to play much as of Saturday morning. His progress in warmup could change things, but there's a chance Autman-Bell does not play a full complement of snaps.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed and warming Autman-Bell (ankle) is dressed and warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Miami (Ohio), Ryan Burns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Autman-Bell participated in part of warmups last week before being ruled out, but he reportedly looks to be much healthier ahead of Saturday's contest. An earlier report suggested he may not play more than a series or two, so there may be some risk including him in fantasy lineups even if he winds up playing in the contest.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play much Saturday It would be "surprising" if Autman-Bell plays more than a series or two in Saturday's game versus Miami (Ohio), Matt Kennedy of the Minnesota Daily News reports. The goal is to hav...

Impact Autman-Bell was on the field for early warmups, but it appears he likely won't do a ton for the Gophers even if he ultimately suits up for the contest. The senior is expected to be a major factor in the passing attack when he's cleared for action.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On field for early warmups Autman-Bell (ankle) has taken the field for early warmups ahead of Saturday's game against Miami (Ohio), Randy Johnson of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Autman-Bell reportedly looks a lot healthier than he did a week ago, suggesting he's likely in line to make his season debut for the Gophers. The senior figures to take over as the head man in Minnesota's receiving corps this season following the departure of Rashod Bateman for the NFL.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Status still in question for Week 2 Autman-Bell (ankle) practiced Tuesday but his readiness for game action Week 2 versus Miami (Ohio) remains unclear, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Coach P.J. Fleck indicated Sunday that Autman-Bell should be expected to play against the Redhawks this week, but it appears his status isn't quite as cut-and-dry as it appeared over the weekend. Look for more information to surface ahead of the contest, but Autman-Bell's inclusion in practice Tuesday is certainly a good sign.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should play next week Coach P.J. Fleck said Autumn-Bell (ankle) is expected to play next Saturday against Miami (OH), Randy Johnson and Marcus Fuller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune report.

Impact Autumn-Bell participated in warmups for Thursday's season-opening loss to Ohio State but ultimately sat out, but he's expected to be on the field next weekend for Minnesota. The wideout caught 22 passes for 430 yards and a touchdown in seven games last season and should play a significant role in the Golden Gophers' aerial attack.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Autman-Bell warms up but doesn't play in Gophers opener against Ohio State The wide receiver was expected to be a game-time decision with a lower leg injury.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Pregame: Gophers WR Chris Autman-Bell warming up, gingerly, for opener vs. Ohio State The team's leading pass-catcher has been battling a lower leg injury.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Officially out Autman-Bell (ankle) is officially unavailable for Thursday's game against Ohio State, Ryan Burns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Autman-bell was dressed out for warm-ups and appeared to be a game-time decision and ultimately won't be taking the field for Thursday's opener. With the Gophers' top wideout sidelined, expect Tanner Morgan to lean on Michael Brown-Stephens, Dylan Wright and Daniel Jackson in the passing game.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stands to side in warmups Autman-Bell (ankle) is not running routes during warmups, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Though Autman-Bell is dressed out and with his teammates, he appears limited and the fact that he is not going through warmups is a concerning sign for his status Thursday. If Autman-Bell is ultimately able to play, he could be limited.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In uniform prior to game Autman-Bell (leg) is suited up to play in Thursday's opener against Ohio State, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Autman-Bell wasn't was not engaging in early warmups a little less than an hour ago but was seen in uniform on the field with just over 30 minutes until kickoff. He's been limited since suffering a leg injury in camp Aug. 12 and will likely test it out right now during warmups to determine if he can end up playing or not.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out of early warmups Autman-Bell (leg) isn't participating in early warmups ahead of Thursday's season opener versus Ohio State, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Autman-Bell was considered questionable for the contest but seemed to be making some progress in his recovery. Unfortunately, early indications aren't positive ones regarding his status for the contest. He still has a little bit of time to join in and confirmation of some sort will hopefully come before kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gophers' Chis Autman-Bell has progressed from injury, but his status is still hazy Gophers head football coach P.J. Fleck doesn’t like to talk about players’ injuries, but he can be willing to talk around them. After No. 1...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • TWINCITIES.COM

Does some running Friday Autman-Bell (leg) did some running during Friday's practice but his status for the opener against Ohio State remains in question, Marcus R. Fuller of the Minneapolis Star Tribune r...

Impact Autman-Bell continues to progress since suffering a lower leg injury earlier in fall camp and was labeled as day-to-day earlier in the week. It's unclear what the next step in his rehab progression could be after taking part in some running during Friday's practice. Head coach P.J. Fleck did not comment on his potential status for the season-opener against Ohio State on Sept. 2 but his absence would create a gaping hole in the Gophers' passing game if he ends up unable to play.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to day-to-day Autman-Bell (leg) is now considered day-to-day after being initially labeled week-to-week, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact This pathing seems to put Autman-Bell in a position to potentially suit up for the team's mammoth of a season opener against Ohio State. If that's the case, the senior figures to serve as the team's top wideout in the contest and for the 2021 season as he looks to fill the big shoes left by Rashod Bateman's departure for the NFL.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Deemed week-to-week Autman-Bell didn't suffer a long-term injury and is considered "week-to-week" according to head coach PJ Fleck, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Autman-Bell is scheduled to take over as the Golden Gophers' top wideout entering the 2021 season but departed practice last Wednesday with an apparent leg injury. Fortunately, it appears he's avoided major damage, though his status will still be worth monitoring as the mammoth season opener versus Ohio State approaches.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Top Gophers receiver Chris Autman-Bell suffers leg injury in practice Redshirt senior Chris Autman-Bell appeared to hurt his right knee during a one-on-one drill and was helped off the field.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Leaves Wednesday's practice Autman-Bell left Wednesday's practice with a leg injury, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact This is developing news, as the Gophers' wide-out needed assistance to the locker room after he suffered an apparent leg injury from a tackle during a one-on-one drill. The senior should be deemed day-to-day moving forward until more news regarding the extent of his injury surfaces.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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