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Follow injury reports, recovery updates and changes to player availability. A reported injury and a confirmed game designation are different; check the date and source of each update.
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Latest reports
Baker Mayfield Expected to Start for Buccaneers Against Panthers Following Three-Week Absence
Quarterback Baker Mayfield was a full participant in Wednesday and Thursday practices as he prepares to return from a dislocated right thumb.
Marlon Humphrey Decries 'Slander' as Lamar Jackson Returns to Practice
Quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice as a limited participant this week after missing two games with a left ankle sprain.
Saquon Barkley Expected to Return to Practice, Play vs. Cowboys
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is in line to play Monday against the Cowboys after being sidelined for two games with a hamstring injury.
Terry McLaurin Out for Season With Torn Patellar Tendon
Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin sustained a season-ending knee injury during Monday's 23-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
Mike Evans Exits Monday Night Win Early With Achilles Injury
Mike Evans recorded three receptions for 94 yards before an Achilles injury forced him out of the San Francisco 49ers' 23-17 win over the Washington Commanders.
Terry McLaurin Carted Off With Knee Injury During Monday Night Football
Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin was ruled out of Monday's game against the 49ers after his left leg was placed in an air cast late in the first quarter.
Davante Adams Sidelined 6-10 Weeks Following Hamstring Rupture
Davante Adams is expected to miss six to 10 weeks after rupturing his semitendinosus late in the fourth quarter of the Rams' 18-16 loss to Arizona.
A.J. Brown Records Career-High Three Drops in Return from Ankle Injury
A.J. Brown finished with three catches for 27 yards on 10 targets during the New England Patriots' 26-19 win over the New York Jets.
Eagles Place Jalen Hurts on IR with Blood Clot; Tanner McKee to Start
The Philadelphia Eagles placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve Saturday after a superficial blood clot in his calf moved, necessitating an indefinite recovery period.
Titans Cornerback Alontae Taylor Inactive Against Colts in Coach's Decision
Tennessee cornerback Alontae Taylor is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts due to a coach's decision rather than an injury.
Tyler Shough Playing Through Two Broken Bones in Non-Throwing Hand
New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough has two broken bones in his left hand but has not missed playing time.
Bears Activate CB Kyler Gordon from PUP List; Dayo Odeyingbo Placed on IR
Chicago Bears nickel corner Kyler Gordon has been activated to the 53-man roster following a calf injury that sidelined him for the first four games.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt Ruled Out for Commanders' Monday Night Game
Commanders rushing leader Jacory Croskey-Merritt will miss the matchup against the 49ers due to a groin injury, coach Dan Quinn confirmed.
Patriots Likely to Activate WR A.J. Brown for Sunday’s Game Against Jets
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is expected to be activated Saturday following a four-game absence due to a right high ankle sprain.
Jalen Hurts Sidelined Indefinitely; Eagles Opt Against Injured Reserve for Now
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers due to a superficial blood clot.
Jets Rookie Omar Cooper Jr. Set to Play vs. Patriots as Hall and Mitchell Remain Out
Rookie wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. will be activated from injured reserve for Sunday's game against New England after recovering from a high ankle sprain.
Texans Rule Out David Montgomery and Jalen Pitre for London Matchup Against Jaguars
Running back David Montgomery and safety Jalen Pitre have been ruled out for Sunday's game at Wembley Stadium due to injuries sustained in a 26-3 win over Tennessee.
Caleb Williams Logs Full Practice Participation Ahead of Week 6
Caleb Williams participated fully in practice for the first time since Sept. 18 as he recovers from what he described as a serious hamstring tear.
A.J. Brown Status 'Up in the Air' for Patriots vs. Jets Following Practice Return
Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown returned to the field as a limited participant Wednesday after missing time with a right high-ankle sprain.
Jalen Hurts Ruled Out Against Panthers Due to Calf Blood Clot
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers after a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in a calf blood clot.
Jeremiyah Love Sits Out Wednesday Practice Due to Lingering Ankle Injury
Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love missed practice on Wednesday to rest his left ankle, leaving his status for Sunday's game against the Rams uncertain.
Patriots' Will Campbell Expected to Miss Time With MCL Sprain
New England Patriots left tackle Will Campbell suffered an MCL sprain in his right knee during a rushing attempt against the Raiders.
TreVeyon Henderson Sidelined Multiple Weeks With High Ankle Sprain
New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is expected to miss multiple weeks after suffering a high ankle sprain during Sunday's win over the Raiders.
Deebo Samuel Expected to Miss Multiple Games With Hamstring Injury
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is expected to miss at least a couple of weeks following a hamstring injury suffered in Sunday's 32-29 victory against Seattle.