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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase 'should be ok' for Week 8 despite ankle injury (2026-10-29 09:59:47) [jump to this story] Vikings | 'Some confidence' Aaron Jones will be available Sunday (2026-10-29 08:15:42) [jump to this story] Giants | Skattebo says hamstring OK, but 'wait and see' when Giants return to practice (2026-10-28 11:41:39) [jump to this story] Broncos | Jaylen Waddle aggravated chest injury, Week 8 status depends on practice (2026-10-28 10:00:12) [jump to this story] Ravens | Rashod Bateman named possible trade candidate, given 15% chance to be dealt (2026-10-28 09:32:34) [jump to this story] |
Titans | Carnell Tate won't practice again Thursday Thu Oct 29, 12:55 PM
Titans rookie WR Carnell Tate (shoulder) will not practice again on Thursday. Tate also did not practice on Wednesday, putting his status for Sunday's game at the Bengals in question.
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Ravens | Kyle Hamilton back at practice Thursday after knee scare Thu Oct 29, 12:54 PM
Ravens S Kyle Hamilton was back at practice on Thursday. Hamilton walked off the practice field with a brace on his right knee on Wednesday. Baltimore visits the Bills on Sunday.
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Ravens | Roquan Smith back at practice Thursday after knee injury Thu Oct 29, 12:53 PM
Ravens LB Roquan Smith was back at practice on Thursday. Smith was not spotted at Wednesday's practice after suffering a knee injury in last Sunday's game against the Bengals. The Ravens play at the Bills in Week 8.
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Buccaneers | Kenny Gainwell back at practice Thursday Thu Oct 29, 12:29 PM
Buccaneers RB Kenny Gainwell has returned to practice on Thursday as he deals with a hip injury. Gainwell suffered the injury in last Sunday's win over the Panthers and was listed as questionable to return in that game. Tampa Bay hosts the Falcons in Week 8 on Sunday.
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Buccaneers | Emeka Egbuka practices in regular, not non-contact, jersey Thursday Thu Oct 29, 12:00 PM
Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka practiced in a regular jersey rather than a non-contact jersey on Thursday as he works back from a concussion. Egbuka had practiced in a non-contact jersey and was limited on Wednesday. Head coach Todd Bowles called him 'questionable' for Week 8 on Monday.
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Titans | Titans have told teams they do not want to trade offensive players like Tony Pollard Thu Oct 29, 11:17 AM
The Titans have told teams they do not want to trade an offensive player like RB Tony Pollard because they need to figure out who QB Cam Ward is. Ward, a second-year player, has zero touchdown passes in quarters 1-3 this season. Tennessee has already traded DT Jeffery Simmons.
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Bears | Bears acquire All-Pro DT Jeffrey Simmons from Titans for two first-round picks Thu Oct 29, 10:56 AM
The Bears acquired All-Pro DT Jeffrey Simmons from the Titans on Thursday, sending two first-round picks and a fourth-round pick to Tennessee. Chicago also gets a 2028 fifth-round pick back in the deal, Adam Schefter reported. Simmons ranks third among all defensive tackles with 24 pressures this season. He is 29 and will turn 30 before next season.
Link to story Titans | Titans send Jeffery Simmons to Bears for two first-round picks Thu Oct 29, 10:37 AM
The Titans are trading All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons and a 2028 fifth-round pick to the Bears, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Thursday. Tennessee receives first-round picks in 2027 and 2028 as well as a 2027 fourth-round pick. Simmons is in his eighth season, all with the Titans.
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Bears | Bears trade two first-round picks to Titans for Jeffrey Simmons Thu Oct 29, 10:32 AM
The Bears have acquired Jeffrey Simmons and a 2028 fifth-round pick from the Titans. Tennessee receives Chicago's 2027 and 2028 first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-round pick in the deal. The trade follows the Packers sending two first-round picks for DE Micah Parsons, another major NFC North move for a defender.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase 'should be ok' for Week 8 despite ankle injury Thu Oct 29, 09:59 AM
Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase 'should be ok' for Sunday's game against the Titans, it was reported on Thursday. Chase did not practice on Wednesday due to an ankle injury and rest.
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Vikings | 'Some confidence' Aaron Jones will be available Sunday Thu Oct 29, 08:15 AM
There was some confidence on Wednesday that Vikings RB Aaron Jones Sr. (knee) will be available for Sunday's Week 8 game against the Lions. Jones had previously been called 'day to day' and has played with a sprained MCL since Week 2.
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Packers | Matthew Golden 'trending towards playing' Thursday night Thu Oct 29, 08:07 AM
Packers WR Matthew Golden (shoulder), who is listed as questionable, is trending towards playing in Thursday night's game against the Panthers, it was reported on Thursday.
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Eagles | Executives split on Saquon Barkley's trade value as Eagles may test market Wed Oct 28, 11:55 PM
Eagles RB Saquon Barkley is among the players Philadelphia may shop ahead of the November 10 trade deadline, as executives around the league believe the 2-5 Eagles will look to offload at least some contracts and clear cap space. One AFC executive said Barkley's lingering hamstring injury and the back injury he suffered in Monday's loss to the Cowboys will likely hamper his value, since teams more often trade for running backs to help in the same year. Two NFC executives debated Barkley's value, one thinking it could reach as high as an early second-round pick while the other estimated it closer to a fourth. DT Moro Ojomo, TE Dallas Goedert and CB Riq Woolen were also named as players the Eagles may test the market for.
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Buccaneers | Emeka Egbuka limited in Wednesday's practice Wed Oct 28, 11:04 PM
Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka was limited in practice on Wednesday as he continues to deal with concussion and foot injuries. Tampa Bay hosts the Falcons in Week 8 on Sunday, with Thursday's practice offering another indication of progress before game designations come out Friday.
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Rams | McVay doesn't rule out two kickers, McManus and Karty, on game-day roster Wed Oct 28, 10:50 PM
Rams head coach Sean McVay did not rule out having both K Brandon McManus and K Joshua Karty on the 48-man game-day roster. The comments leave the Rams' kicking duties uncertain heading into Sunday's game against the Chargers.
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Eagles | DeVonta Smith estimated as non-participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 07:02 PM
Eagles WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) would not have practiced on Wednesday, according to the team's estimated injury report. The Eagles held only a walkthrough on Wednesday.
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Eagles | Dontayvion Wicks estimated as non-participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 06:56 PM
Eagles WR Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) would not have participated in practice on Wednesday, according to the team's estimated report.
| Footballguys view: The Eagles held only a walk-through on Wednesday. Philadelphia plays at the Commanders on Sunday night. We'll have to see what Friday is like for any banged-up Eagles player. |
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Eagles | Saquon Barkley estimated as non-participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 06:56 PM
Eagles RB Saquon Barkley (hamstring/back) would not have participated in practice on Wednesday, according to the team's estimated report. The Eagles held only a walk-through on Wednesday, so the report is an estimation. Philadelphia visits the Commanders on Sunday night in Week 8.
| Footballguys view: Barkley has been dealing with his hamstring injury since Week 4, but he picked up a back injury in Week 7. Let's see what Friday brings as the Eagles are incredibly thin at the running back position. Jaydon Blue is behind Barkley, and Elijah Mitchell is on their practice squad. |
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Cowboys | George Pickens limited Wednesday with shoulder/hamstring injuries Wed Oct 28, 06:44 PM
Cowboys WR George Pickens (shoulder/hamstring) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. The Cowboys host the Cardinals on Sunday in Week 8.
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Chargers | Derwin James suffered 'setback' in rehab, could go on IR Wed Oct 28, 06:16 PM
Chargers S Derwin James Jr. (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. Head coach Jim Harbaugh said earlier Wednesday that James had a setback in his rehab and could potentially go on injured reserve.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey a full participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 06:16 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (concussion) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. It was the Chargers' first injury report ahead of Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams.
| Footballguys view: McConkey and a simplified offense can help the Chargers look better in Week 8. The matchup is better than some would think, and if McConkey is out there, we like him as a flex play with upside. Coming off a bye with tons to prove, the Chargers could use a good game here. |
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Cowboys | George Pickens limited in Wednesday practice Wed Oct 28, 06:13 PM
Cowboys WR George Pickens (shoulder/hamstring) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Pickens took a hit to his right shoulder in Monday night's win over the Eagles.
| Footballguys view: Let's see what Pickens can do on Friday, as he's limited on Wednesday with a known shoulder issue and now a new hamstring designation. Pickens should produce like a WR2 (borderline WR1) against the Cardinals in Week 8. |
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Cardinals | Tyler Allgeier not on field for open portion of Wednesday practice Wed Oct 28, 06:05 PM
Cardinals RB Tyler Allgeier was not on the field during the open portion of Wednesday's practice. He was among a handful of Arizona players absent during the viewing window ahead of Sunday's game at Dallas.
| Footballguys view: Allgeier ran the ball eight times for 19 yards in the Cardinals' Week 7 loss to the Broncos, plus he had three catches for 30 yards. He's barely getting more work than Bam Knight, and Allgeier hasn't been much of a fantasy factor. We see him as a flex play if Jeremiyah Love has to miss more time. |
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Broncos | Pat Surtain II full on Wednesday, 'really good sign' for return vs. Chiefs Wed Oct 28, 05:52 PM
Broncos CB Pat Surtain II (ankle) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. His full session is a "really good sign" for his potential return for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Surtain was ruled out for the Broncos' Thursday night game against the Seahawks two weeks ago with the ankle injury.
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Raiders | Brock Bowers limited in Wednesday practice Wed Oct 28, 05:50 PM
Raiders TE Brock Bowers was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday because of a calf injury.
| Footballguys view: We've seen this with Bowers before. Bowers was also limited last Wednesday with a hamstring/calf injury before upgrading to full practice on Thursday. Let's see if the plan is the same this week for the superstar tight end. |
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Broncos | Jaylen Waddle does not practice Wednesday ahead of Chiefs game Wed Oct 28, 05:49 PM
Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle (chest) did not practice on Wednesday ahead of Denver's Week 8 game against the Chiefs. Waddle played in the Broncos' Week 7 win over the Cardinals. The Broncos will share another practice report on Thursday before releasing Week 8 game statuses on Friday.
| Footballguys view: Waddle aggravated a chest injury in Sunday's win over the Cardinals. Facing the Chiefs at home on Sunday, the Broncos offense would benefit from Waddle's presence. He's only really had one good/big game this year as Bo Nix has been struggling. Nix seems to be bouncing back after a good game against the Cardinals, and we'll see if the Broncos offense can produce at a better level -- with or without Waddle in Week 8. |
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Browns | Dylan Sampson limited in Wednesday's practice Wed Oct 28, 05:41 PM
Browns RB Dylan Sampson (knee) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. The Browns visit the Steelers on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Sampson played on offense last week for the first time in 2026, coming back from this knee injury. In Week 7, he had six rushes for 45 yards in the win against the Titans, adding three catches for 32 yards. Sampson is a flex play as the clear-cut receiving back for the Browns offense. |
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Raiders | Kirk Cousins wants to give Jalen Nailor more opportunities: 'He's separating' Wed Oct 28, 05:33 PM
Raiders QB Kirk Cousins said on Wednesday that WR Jalen Nailor has been getting open and needs more chances in the offense. "When you watch the tape, you see him separating. I've told him you're doing a lot of good things. I need to give you opportunities to make it right," Cousins said, pointing to a late route against the Bills on which he overthrew Nailor and to "a couple of other examples" in Sunday's loss to the Rams. "He's beating his guy. That's all he can do. And then it's our job to give him opportunities to make plays," Cousins added.
| Footballguys view: He's running the routes, but the Raiders aren't getting him the ball much. Nailor caught 2-of-5 targets for 14 yards in the Raiders' Week 7 loss against the Rams. He's yet to be a waiver-wire addition, but that could change if Cousins starts sending it in his direction. |
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Chargers | Chargers sticking with Mike McDaniel as play-caller coming out of bye at 0-6 Wed Oct 28, 05:29 PM
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Wednesday that offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will continue calling plays after the team's 0-6 start and Week 7 bye. "We're very confident in Mike and his talent, his work ethic and his ability," Harbaugh said, per The Athletic. "We continue to be." QB Justin Herbert has completed 59.4% of his passes with five touchdowns and eight interceptions, tied for the league high, and has been sacked 21 times, while the Chargers rank last in the NFL in points per game (15) heading into Sunday's game against the Rams.
| Footballguys view: The Chargers want to simplify some things on offense coming out of the bye. We imagine the team will use less pre-snap motion, and they should emphasize the rushing attack. These things are part of what can get Herbert looking good again. |
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Chiefs | Chiefs worked out Mevis, Sauls before signing Justin Tucker Wed Oct 28, 05:29 PM
The Chiefs worked out free-agent kickers Harrison Mevis and Ben Sauls along with K Justin Tucker before signing Tucker. Tucker joined Kansas City's practice squad on Wednesday.
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Texans | Tank Dell 'next man up' with Jaylin Noel's turf toe regarded as season-ending Wed Oct 28, 05:27 PM
Texans WR Tank Dell is the next man up at receiver after WR Jaylin Noel's turf toe injury, which is regarded as a season-ending issue, per a league source. Noel's loss is a blow to Houston's offense and special teams, as he was the most explosive and fastest receiver on the roster with 4.39 speed in the 40-yard dash. Dell was activated from injured reserve and lined up with the starting offense in Sunday's loss to the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Dell is an explosive player who can make big things happen on limited snaps. The Texans wide receiver situation is a bit convoluted, and we're not sure if Dell would get a healthy target share, no matter how things shake out. They have a bye in Week 8 to see what plan comes together. |
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Ravens | Lamar Jackson a full participant in Wednesday's practice Wed Oct 28, 05:21 PM
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was listed as a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Jackson has been dealing with an ankle injury and was expected to return for the Ravens' Week 8 game at the Bills.
| Footballguys view: Jackson should be back in Week 8 against the Bills. He has missed time with this ankle injury, but the hope is that he's as close to 100% healthy as possible. In what could be a shootout against Josh Allen, Jackson is a must-start QB1 for Fantasy GMs in Week 8. |
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Texans | Jaylin Noel expected to miss the rest of the season Wed Oct 28, 05:21 PM
Texans WR Jaylin Noel is expected to miss the rest of the season, a source said on Wednesday. Noel was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury on Wednesday after suffering a turf toe injury in Sunday's loss to the Giants, which left him wearing a boot.
| Footballguys view: Toe injuries can be tricky to deal with, and they require time to properly heal. Noel was just getting more looks in the Texans' passing attack, and now he'll be eligible to return in Week 13 against the Steelers. |
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Eagles | Dameon Pierce heading to IR, Eagles' top four RBs all hurt or on IR Wed Oct 28, 05:11 PM
Eagles RB Dameon Pierce is heading to injured reserve. Pierce joins RBs Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley on IR, while RB1 Saquon Barkley is dealing with back and hamstring injuries. Pierce was injured in the fourth quarter of Monday's loss to the Cowboys after taking on more of the workload with Barkley on a limited "pitch count" in his return.
| Footballguys view: Things are so thin behind Barkley -- and that's even if he's healthy enough to play. Behind Barkley is Jaydon Blue, and Elijah Mitchell is on the Eagles' practice squad. |
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Lions | Kerby Joseph returns to practice as Lions open 21-day PUP window Wed Oct 28, 05:07 PM
Lions S Kerby Joseph returned to the practice field on Wednesday for the first time this season as the team opened his 21-day window to come off the PUP list. Joseph has not played in a game since Week 6 last season because of a knee injury and still has to get back into game shape and make sure the knee responds positively. Head coach Dan Campbell said Joseph has "checked all those boxes" in his rehab, adding, "the rest is just how does he react to football, movement skills of true football with real bodies and the intensity of it."
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Rams | Trent McDuffie returning to practice as limited participant Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 05:04 PM
Rams CB Trent McDuffie will return to practice on Wednesday as a limited participant. It will be his first action since he hurt his groin nearly two weeks ago.
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49ers | 49ers officially acquire DeForest Buckner, release CB Jack Jones Wed Oct 28, 05:04 PM
The 49ers officially announced on Wednesday that they have acquired DT DeForest Buckner from the Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick. To make room on the roster, San Francisco released CB Jack Jones.
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Texans | Texans claim Emari Demercado, 'not a good sign' for Montgomery after bye Wed Oct 28, 05:03 PM
The Texans were awarded RB Emari Demercado off waivers from the Cowboys on Wednesday. The beat writer called the claim "not a good sign for availability of David Montgomery (groin) after bye week." Texans RB Montgomery was ruled out for last Sunday's game against the Giants with the groin injury, and Houston is on its bye in Week 8.
| Footballguys view: The addition of Demercado could indicate the team doesn't think Montgomery will be ready after the bye. We'll see what the Texans' practice reports look like next week. |
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Lions | Jahmyr Gibbs does not practice Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 04:57 PM
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs did not participate in practice on Wednesday because of a shoulder injury. Gibbs ran for 116 yards in Sunday's win over the Packers.
| Footballguys view: The Lions could be giving Gibbs a bit of rest here. We're not overly concerned with his availability in Week 8 at this time. Let's see what Gibbs can do on Friday at the latest as the team prepares for a Week 8 contest against the Vikings. |
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Rams | Myles Garrett will not return to practice this week, McVay says Wed Oct 28, 04:56 PM
Rams DE Myles Garrett (knee), who is on injured reserve, will not return to practice this week, head coach Sean McVay said on Wednesday. McVay had said on Monday that he was unsure whether Garrett would return to practice this week.
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Rams | Davante Adams has successful hamstring surgery, 'probably closer to the shorter term' Wed Oct 28, 04:52 PM
Rams WR Davante Adams had a successful clean-out surgery on his hamstring, head coach Sean McVay said on Wednesday. McVay said "it's probably closer to the shorter term" of the six- to 10-week timeline for Adams, who is on injured reserve.
| Footballguys view: A return against the 49ers in Week 14 could be a possibility for Adams. Hopefully, your fantasy league has roster spots for injured players so Adams can be stashed until his return. |
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Chiefs | Rashee Rice limited in first practice back Wed Oct 28, 04:45 PM
Chiefs WR Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. It was his first time on the field since his hamstring injury, which kept him out of last Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Kansas City visits the Broncos on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Rice hasn't played since Week 4 against the Raiders. This is a big road game for the Chiefs in Week 8, and the Broncos should be getting All-Pro CB Patrick Surtain II back for this contest. If he plays, you'll want to consider Rice as at least a deep flex play in Week 8. |
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Patriots | A.J. Brown's injury listing clarified as knee/ankle on Wednesday report Wed Oct 28, 04:43 PM
The Patriots informed reporters on Wednesday that WR A.J. Brown's injury on the team's Wednesday injury report should be listed as knee/ankle. Brown was limited in Wednesday's practice ahead of the Week 8 game at Miami. Aside from a lengthy list of players on injured reserve, it was 'maybe the healthiest Wednesday report' the Patriots have had 'in a long time.'
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Patriots | Drake Maye a full participant in Wednesday practice Wed Oct 28, 04:30 PM
Patriots QB Drake Maye (right shoulder) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. New England visits the Dolphins in Week 8.
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Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield full participant in Wednesday's practice Wed Oct 28, 04:26 PM
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (right thumb) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Mayfield returned from a dislocated thumb last Sunday against the Panthers, wearing a glove on the injured hand.
| Footballguys view: Mayfield completed 7-of-11 passes for 64 yards and a touchdown in the Bucs' 43-13 Week 7 win over the Panthers. They should have him throwing a bit more this week, and we've got him in the QB2 range for Fantasy GMs in Week 8. |
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Dolphins | Malik Willis listed with groin injury, practices in full Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 04:26 PM
Dolphins QB Malik Willis was listed on Wednesday's injury report with a groin injury but was a full participant in practice. Several Dolphins were limited at Wednesday's practice ahead of Sunday's Week 8 game against the Patriots.
| Footballguys view: Willis has battled various injuries (toe, thumb) this year, and now he's dealing with a groin injury. He's an option as a QB2 if you play in a start-2QB/superflex league. |
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Buccaneers | Kenny Gainwell limited on Wednesday's injury report Wed Oct 28, 04:22 PM
Buccaneers RB Kenny Gainwell (hip) was listed as limited on Wednesday's injury report. Gainwell was questionable to return with the hip injury during last Sunday's win over the Panthers.
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Jaguars | Jakobi Meyers limited at Wednesday practice Wed Oct 28, 04:15 PM
Jaguars WR Jakobi Meyers was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday because of a hamstring injury.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase did not practice Wednesday due to ankle injury and rest Wed Oct 28, 04:12 PM
Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury and rest. Chase had not been present at the start of Wednesday's practice. The Bengals host the Titans on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: It's a rest day, so we think he'll be good to go against the Titans. Chase is always a top-tier WR1 when he plays, but circle back Friday just to check on his status. |
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Bears | Kyle Monangai on a bike in weight room, not practicing Wednesday Wed Oct 28, 04:10 PM
Bears RB Kyle Monangai (toe) was in the weight room on a bike at the start of Wednesday's practice as the team went through stretching. Chicago had the same absences on Wednesday as it did on Tuesday, when Monangai did not practice.
| Footballguys view: The Bears play the Seahawks on Monday Night Football in Week 8. That means we won't see an official injury report until Thursday. We'll know more about Monangai's status at that time. |
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