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Joey Porter Jr. Expects 2026 Debut Following Back Injury and Contract Stalemate
Joey Porter Jr. confirmed he will play for the Steelers in 2026 after being inactive for the first two weeks due to a back injury and conditioning issues.

Giants Transition to Jameis Winston Following Jaxson Dart Injury
The New York Giants fell 28-6 to the Rams on Monday night, losing quarterback Jaxson Dart to a serious injury on the opening drive.

Sean McVay Addresses Puka Nacua Groin Injury and Week 3 Status
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua missed Monday's game with groin soreness, and his availability for Sunday Night Football remains uncertain.

Commanders Players Reject Claims They Abandoned Injured Jayden Daniels
Washington Commanders players labeled social media criticism as 'nonsense' after a video clip showed them walking past Jayden Daniels as he was treated for a dislocated elbow.

Jaxson Dart to Miss Remainder of Regular Season for Knee Surgery
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will undergo surgery on his left knee following a meniscus and MCL injury suffered against the Rams.

Colts Place Alec Pierce on Injured Reserve Following Heel Injury Recurrence
The Indianapolis Colts are moving wide receiver Alec Pierce to injured reserve after he was unable to put weight on his left foot following Sunday's game.

Vikings Backfield in Flux as Aaron Jones Sr. Recovers from Knee Injury
Aaron Jones Sr. is managing a knee injury following a 23-carry, 105-yard performance in the Vikings' 9-3 win against Chicago.

Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks Set for Surgery, Placed on Injured Reserve
Jonathon Brooks is expected to undergo surgery Wednesday for a core muscle injury and will miss at least six weeks of the NFL season.

Packers Right Tackle Zach Bako-Bewele Sidelined by Season-Ending Knee Surgery
Green Bay Packers right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele is scheduled for surgery on Thursday to repair a complete tear of his right patellar tendon.

Tyson Bagent Enters Concussion Protocol as Bears Face Quarterback Shortage
Tyson Bagent is in the NFL's concussion protocol following a sack on the final play of Chicago's 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Sources: Giants QB Jaxson Dart Facing Extended Absence, Possible Season-Ending Surgery
Jaxson Dart suffered a left knee injury on the seventh snap of a 28-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams and may miss the remainder of the season.

Niners Sign Veteran Wide Receiver Brandin Cooks to Practice Squad
Free agent wide receiver Brandin Cooks is signing with the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad to provide depth following multiple injuries at the position.

Sean McVay Unsure of Puka Nacua's Availability for Week 3 Against Broncos
Head coach Sean McVay expressed hope that Puka Nacua will play in Week 3, though the receiver is dealing with groin soreness.

Giants QB Jaxson Dart Believed to Have Sprained MCL; MRI Scheduled for Tuesday
Jaxson Dart exited Monday night's 28-6 loss to the Rams after a hard hit to his left knee during the opening series.

Puka Nacua and Jordan Whittington Inactive for Rams vs. Giants
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua will miss Monday Night Football against the New York Giants due to a hip injury.

Commanders to Start Marcus Mariota vs. Seahawks as Jayden Daniels Evaluates Elbow Injury
Jayden Daniels will consult specialists on Tuesday and Wednesday regarding a dislocated left elbow suffered during a 37-20 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

Hamstring Injuries to J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey Leave Broncos Run Game in Question
J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey are questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams due to hamstring injuries, potentially leaving rookie Jonah Coleman to lead the backfield.

Saints LT Kelvin Banks Jr. Out Indefinitely Following Ankle Surgery
Kelvin Banks Jr. suffered a high ankle sprain during the New Orleans Saints' 24-17 win against the Baltimore Ravens and is expected to undergo surgery.

Bears QB Caleb Williams Week-to-Week With Right Hamstring Injury
Coach Ben Johnson announced that Caleb Williams is week-to-week following a right hamstring injury sustained in a 9-3 defeat against the Vikings.

Jayden Daniels and Caleb Williams Suffer Injuries During Week 2 NFC Slate
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels exited a 37-20 loss to the Dallas Cowboys after dislocating his left elbow on the final play of the first half.

Jayden Daniels Carted Off With Elbow Injury in Game Against Cowboys
Jayden Daniels was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game after suffering a left elbow injury on a third-and-goal play.

Jayden Reed and Zach Bako-Bewele Carted Off Field on Back-to-Back Plays
Wide receiver Jayden Reed and right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele were ruled out after sustaining injuries on consecutive plays during the Packers' 20-17 win.

Caleb Williams Carted Off With Hamstring Injury in 9-3 Loss to Vikings
Quarterback Caleb Williams exited Sunday's game against Minnesota with a right hamstring injury after falling during a fourth-quarter scramble.

Joe Burrow Confirmed to Start; Collins and Flowers Ruled Out for Week 2
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will start against the Texans despite back soreness, while Nico Collins and Zay Flowers have been ruled out for Week 2.