Giovani Bernard dealing with a mild high-ankle sprain

NFL’s Tom Pelissero is reporting that Bucs RB Giovani Bernard wasn’t spotted at practice Thursday, and is dealing with a mild high-ankle sprain.

Fantasy Impact: Bernard was signed via free agency to be Tom Brady’s outlet on third downs, a role the veteran back is familiar with. HC Bruce Arians anticipates Bernard to be back for Week 1 and is likely just being cautious. If Bernard can be Tom Brady’s “James White 2.0”, he could have moderate value in formats that award points for receptions.