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Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton 'trending up', practices fully for second straight day Thu Nov 5, 06:38 PM
Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton practiced in full for a second straight day on Thursday as he works to come off injured reserve. His 21-day practice window opened last week, and he is returning from a pectoral injury suffered during the preseason. There is no guarantee he returns for Sunday's game against the Rams, but the odds seem better with him working so much in practice. Washington's defensive line is thin, with DT Daron Payne done for the season and Javon Kinlaw also on injured reserve.
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Commanders WR Treylon Burks (foot) did not participate in practice on Thursday, his second straight missed session. The beat writer said he would "still guess he plays Sunday" against the Rams, adding that more will be known on Friday.
| Footballguys view: The foot injury had Burks in and out of practice a week ago. Burks caught 3-of-5 targets for 81 yards in the Commanders' Week 8 win over the Eagles. Expect him to be out there in Week 9 against the Rams. We like Burks in the deep flex range for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. |
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Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten is good to go for Thursday night's game against the Ravens after his pregame workout. Tuten was listed as questionable with an ankle injury, and ESPN's Jeremy Fowler had reported earlier Thursday that he 'should be' good for the game barring any pregame setbacks.
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Broncos S Talanoa Hufanga returned to practice as a limited participant on Thursday. Hufanga has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, and the Broncos will issue any injury designations for Sunday's game at Carolina on Friday. He had 23 tackles, a sack, two interceptions, an interception return for a touchdown and a forced fumble in the first five weeks of the season.
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Broncos WR Pat Bryant (ankle), who is on injured reserve, practiced in full on Thursday. Bryant returned to practice on Wednesday, opening his 21-day activation window.
| Footballguys view: There is some optimism Bryant can play against the Panthers in Week 9 (two full practices provide that optimism). Upon his return from this ankle injury, the Broncos may ease him back into action. Bryant is competing for the no.3 spot on the depth chart behind Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton. |
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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. He was also a full participant on Wednesday. The Chiefs host the Jets on Sunday.
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Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson (ankle) did not practice on Thursday, his second straight missed session. Dallas is preparing to face the Colts on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Brevyn Spann-Ford is set to be the top tight end for the Cowboys in Week 9. He took over for an injured Ferguson last week, and Spann-Ford posted four catches (five targets) for 31 yards in Dallas' Week 8 loss to Arizona. We like Spann-Ford as a TE2 with upside if Ferguson is out for the game against the Colts. |
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Cowboys WR George Pickens (hamstring) was limited at practice again on Thursday. He was also limited on Wednesday. Dallas visits the Colts on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: That's back-to-back limited sessions for Pickens. We'll see if he can get a full session in on Friday. Then, we'll see if the Cowboys make good on what Jerry Jones said in terms of getting Pickens the ball more. |
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Rams DE Myles Garrett was at practice again on Thursday. Garrett returned to practice in a limited capacity on Wednesday for his first action since Week 1. The Rams visit the Commanders on Sunday.
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Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (illness) did not practice on Wednesday. He was not listed among the changes on Thursday's injury report.
| Footballguys view: Henderson may need more time to heal. He's battled various injuries, including a recurring ankle injury, and that's taken a toll on the young runner. Rhamondre Stevenson is set for another large role in Week 9. We like Stevenson as an RB2 with upside for Sunday's game against the Packers. |
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Patriots WR A.J. Brown (knee) did not practice again on Thursday ahead of the Week 9 game against the Packers. Brown also did not practice on Wednesday, and he was downgraded to out for last Sunday's game at the Dolphins.
| Footballguys view: We may not see Brown again this week. The team is managing his knee injury, and they want him available for what they hope is a deep postseason run. Fantasy GMs are making other plans. |
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Packers WR Christian Watson was a limited participant in practice again on Thursday, after also being limited on Wednesday. Watson has been playing through a broken rib. Green Bay visits the Patriots on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Against the Patriots in Week 9, we like Watson as a low-end WR1 if he plays. A rib injury comes down to pain tolerance, and we've already seen how tough Watson is. We're expecting him to suit up despite the limited sessions to start the week. |
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Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd was added to the team's injury report on Thursday.
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Colts WR Keenan Allen was a full participant in practice on Thursday after being rested on Wednesday. Allen's absence from Wednesday's session was a rest day, not injury related. The Colts host the Cowboys on Sunday in Week 9.
| Footballguys view: Allen is good to go for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, and he should be in line to lead the team in receiving again. Allen caught 7-of-7 targets for 67 yards in the Colts' Week 8 loss to the Jaguars. As the team continues to trade away assets before next Tuesday's trade deadline, Allen provides their offense with a steady presence. He's a WR3/flex option for Fantasy GMs. |
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Dolphins QB Malik Willis (groin) was a full participant at practice on Thursday. Willis also practiced in full on Wednesday as Miami prepares to host the Lions on Sunday.
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Browns TE Harold Fannin Jr. was added to the injury report on Thursday and was limited in practice with a groin injury. A groin injury prematurely ended his rookie season and kept him sidelined for much of the offseason workout program. Fannin caught 10 passes for 154 yards in Sunday's loss to the Steelers.
| Footballguys view: Fannin could feed families (from a fantasy perspective) if he's out there in Week 9 with Shedeur Sanders at quarterback. KC Concepcion could be in line for more targets if Fannin can't play. Let's see what Fannin does on Friday. |
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Saints rookie WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring) was limited at practice again on Thursday. The first-round pick was designated to return from injured reserve on Wednesday and returned to practice that day.
| Footballguys view: Tyson is a player we're excited to see out there for the Saints. Although we're excited about his pro debut, Tyson is no lock to play in Week 9 with his 21-day practice window just opened earlier this week. |
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Lions S Brian Branch was a full participant at practice on Thursday as he makes steady progress through the NFL's concussion protocol. He still has steps to clear, including clearance from an independent doctor, but his return to the practice field suggests he is positioning himself to play against the Dolphins on Sunday.
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Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown was limited at practice on Thursday after the team held a walkthrough on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: St. Brown got a little banged up recently, but expectations are that he is on track to play against the Dolphins on Sunday. A full participation on Friday would help us feel better about his status, but if he's on track to play we'll squelch any concern. |
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Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (right thumb) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. Mayfield was also a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Tampa Bay plays at the Bears on Sunday night in Week 9.
| Footballguys view: Mayfield completed 0-of-3 passes for zero yards in the Bucs' 16-0, Week 8 win over the Falcons. Against the Bears on Sunday night, we've got Mayfield in the QB3 range, which means even in start-2QB/superflex leagues you're unlikely to start him in Week 9. |
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The Ravens officially placed QBs Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley on injured reserve on Thursday and signed QB Austin Reed to the 53-man roster. Jackson is set to undergo surgery on his right thumb, an injury head coach Jesse Minter called 'potentially season ending,' while Huntley suffered a turf toe injury described as 'season-ending.' Joe Fagnano is set to start Thursday's game against the Jaguars, with Reed and Kedon Slovis as his backups.
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49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) was back in uniform and participating in the early open portion of Thursday's practice. McCaffrey did not practice on Wednesday. The 49ers host the Raiders on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan has described McCaffrey's hamstring injury as mild, and it's a good sign for his Week 9 availability that he's resumed practice on Thursday. He's an RB1 vs the Raiders on Sunday, and we like Kaelon Black as at least a 'what the heck' flex option. |
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Jets RB Breece Hall (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice on Thursday, his first full session since the quad injury. Hall was limited in Wednesday's practice. The Jets play at the Chiefs on Sunday, with game statuses coming on Friday's injury report.
| Footballguys view: Good news for the Jets here. Braelon Allen has been fantastic as the team's starter while filling in for Hall. With Hall set to return against the Chiefs on Sunday, we see the team easing him back into action. That puts both running backs in the flex range as the Jets should be using a full-blown RBBC. |
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Saints RB Alvin Kamara returned to practice on Thursday. Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of a back issue. The Saints host the Browns on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Against the Browns in Week 9, Kamara should be considered a flex option for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. He's not contributing much as a runner, but Kamara is still effective as a receiver out of the backfield. |
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Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving did not practice on Thursday due to a veteran rest day. The Buccaneers play at the Bears on Sunday in Week 9.
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Colts RB Jonathan Taylor was a full participant in practice on Thursday after having rest days. Indianapolis hosts the Cowboys on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Taylor hasn't been traded yet, and the team may look to move him after Sunday's game against the Cowboys. We believe Taylor will be playing for a new team in Week 10. With a workload that is expected to be normal (that could change with him being on the trade block), Taylor is his usual RB1 for Fantasy GMs out there. |
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Bears RB Kyle Monangai (toe, thumb) did not participate in practice on Thursday. He was also a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated report. Monangai was ruled out of last Monday's win over the Seahawks, his fourth straight missed game.
| Footballguys view: It looks like Monangai is going to miss his fifth straight game. With a bye in Week 10, Monangai could be ready to resume practicing as the team prepares for a Week 11 contest against the Saints. |
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Giants WR Malik Nabers said "I'll be good" after working on the side with a trainer at Thursday's practice. The nature of the issue has not been disclosed.
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Rams K Joshua Karty signed to active roster from practice squad
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49ers WR Deebo Samuel Sr. (hamstring) is unlikely to play Sunday against the Raiders, Lynch said. Samuel was not expected to practice on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. The 49ers are likely to be without Deebo Samuel and Mike Evans in Week 9. That means Brandin Cooks, Demarcus Robinson, and Christian Kirk (although he's been limited by a knee injury) could be tasked with more against the Raiders on Sunday. |
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Patriots TE Hunter Henry was absent from practice on Thursday for the second day in a row. Henry was limited to eight snaps in Sunday's win over the Dolphins after injuring his foot. Head coach Mike Vrabel said on Tuesday he had 'no expectations yet' for Henry.
| Footballguys view: We could see rookie Eli Raridon as the top tight end for the Patriots in Week 9. Raridon has been flashing in limited appearances so far this year, and he's building a connection with Drake Maye. Raridon caught 1-of-4 targets for five yards in the Patriots' Week 8 win over the Dolphins. He's a streaming option for Fantasy GMs in Week 9 if Henry doesn't play. |
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Bills WR Joshua Palmer (hamstring) was not seen during the open portion of practice on Thursday. Palmer left Sunday's win over the Ravens with the hamstring injury and did not return.
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Eagles RB Saquon Barkley returned to practice on Thursday. Barkley did not practice Wednesday while dealing with hamstring and back issues. The Eagles host the Giants on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Barkley rushed 13 times for 30 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' Week 8 loss to the Commanders, adding 24 yards on one reception. He's a key cog for what the Eagles want to do, and they'll lean on him more than ever with Joe Milton getting the start at quarterback. He's at least a flex option against the Giants in Week 9. |
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Bills WR Keon Coleman was wearing a red non-contact jersey at the start of practice on Thursday.
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Bills TE Dalton Kincaid was wearing a red non-contact jersey at the start of practice on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Kincaid played through a chest injury in last Sunday's win over the Ravens. He's a key playmaker for the Bills, and they'll need him against a ferocious Vikings' defense on Monday night. We like Kincaid as a TE2 with upside in Week 9. |
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Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright was back at practice on Thursday. Wright missed Wednesday's practice because of a quad injury. His participation level for Thursday will be clarified on the official injury report.
| Footballguys view: Wright can be a quality change-of-pace back for the Dolphins when healthy (and a good special teams player). He'll serve as the primary backup to Ollie Gordon as the Dolphins march on in 2026. |
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Bills WR DJ Moore will practice "in some capacity" on Thursday, head coach Joe Brady said. Moore had a knee scare late in Sunday's game against the Ravens but said afterward that he was OK.
| Footballguys view: Moore caught 4-of-7 targets for 82 yards and a touchdown in the Bills' Week 8 win over the Ravens. He's missed time this year for a shoulder issue, and this knee scare from Sunday is a bit of a concern. If healthy and out there on Monday against the Vikings, we see Moore as a WR2/flex option for Fantasy GMs. |
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Giants RB Cam Skattebo (hamstring) was again working on the side with a trainer at practice on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: He also worked on the side with a trainer on Monday and Wednesday, and head coach John Harbaugh called him 'day-to-day' on Monday. The Giants may be going with Devin Singletary as their lead back if Skattebo needs more time. We'd like Singletary in the deep flex range if he gets the starting nod in Week 9 against the Eagles. |
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Giants WR Malik Nabers was working on the side with a trainer at practice on Thursday. The Giants play at the Eagles on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Nabers caught 7-of-11 targets for 111 yards in New York's Week 7 win over the Texans. The Giants had a bye in Week 8, and Nabers must've needed an extra day of rest. Given his workload and importance to this offense, it's wise for the Giants to have Nabers limit his practice reps. We like Nabers as a WR1 against the Eagles on Sunday. |
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Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell said on Thursday that placing QB Kyler Murray on injured reserve is "not under consideration at all." O'Connell said Murray's hamstring injury is "not much more than a week-to-week kind of thing," but the team does not want to risk making it worse. QB Carson Wentz will start for Minnesota in Monday night's game against the Bills.
| Footballguys view: A week-to-week injury means it may be some time before we see Murray back out there for the Vikings. Wentz is the starter again, and the team is looking for a spark that Murray wasn't providing. If he didn't have the hamstring injury, Murray would be in line to be benched based on his play. |
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Packers DE Micah Parsons practiced on Thursday, his second practice since his 21-day practice window opened on Wednesday. Parsons said Wednesday he had been 'cleared to go full go' and would be limited as part of his ramp-up.
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Jets WR Garrett Wilson (concussion) was not seen during the stretching portion of Thursday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Wilson is in the concussion protocol and missed Wednesday's practice, with the team calling him 'day-to-day.' Two missed practices to open up the week is not a good sign for Wilson's availability. The Jets could be leaning on Omar Cooper and Adonia Mitchell more in Week 9. We doubt Wilson gets through the protocol on Friday, but circle back just in case. |
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Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is out for Week 9 against the Cardinals after injuring his quad at the end of Monday night's game against the Bears. Head coach Mike Macdonald said Darnold also suffered a cracked rib when he took a hit on the second snap of that game, which Seattle lost 34-17.
| Footballguys view: Darnold is out for at least Week 9, and Drew Lock is the starter for the Seahawks. He's dealing with an elbow problem, so Seattle may have to play Jalen Milroe if Lock aggravates the injury. Some think Darnold is going to miss more than one game with these injuries. |
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Texans RB David Montgomery (groin) remains out and will be sidelined for Sunday's Week 9 game at the Chargers. The Texans practiced indoors on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Woody Marks gets another chance to impress, something that he hasn't done in two starts while Montgomery has been out. Good thing for Marks and the Texans is the hapless Chargers are the opponent in Week 9. We've got him as an RB2/flex option for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. |
David Montgomery player page
Commanders WR Treylon Burks (foot) was not seen at the start of practice on Thursday. Burks also did not practice on Wednesday. Washington hosts the Rams on Sunday.
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49ers WR Mike Evans (Achilles) is unlikely to play Sunday against the Raiders, GM John Lynch said Thursday on KNBR. The team wants to be cautious with Evans' Achilles tendinitis after the Christian McCaffrey situation in 2024. Lynch indicated WRs Demarcus Robinson and KhaDarel Hodge will be available if they get through the week OK.
| Footballguys view: Getting Robinson back would be a boost for the 49ers, especially without Evans. Christian Kirk, Brandin Cooks, and Jordan Watkins are in line to get more looks as well. Let's circle back Friday just to be sure Robinson will return in Week 9. |
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Cowboys TE Brevyn Spann-Ford played 65 offensive snaps and 14 on special teams, taking over the team's TE1 spot in the overtime loss to the Cardinals. He was targeted five times and made four catches for 31 yards, and added a special teams tackle. Span-Ford "appears to be the new TE1 in Dallas."
| Footballguys view: Spann-Ford caught 4-of-5 targets for 31 yards in Dallas' Week 8 loss to Arizona. That happened after Jake Ferguson suffered an ankle injury early against the Cardinals. Ferguson missed Wednesday's practice, and if he's out in Week 9 we like Spann-Ford as a TE2 with upside. |
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The Las Vegas Raiders signed WR Cody White (Free Agent Signing) on Thursday.
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Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka (foot) returned to the portion of practice open to the media on Thursday. Egbuka was not seen practicing during Wednesday's open portion and missed last Sunday's game against the Falcons with the foot injury. An update is expected following Thursday's practice.
| Footballguys view: We imagine Egbuka will be limited when the official practice report comes out. He's trending in the right direction, and the team has to see if there are any setbacks. Friday will be the day that most likely determines Egbuka's status. |
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Browns QB Shedeur Sanders will likely start Sunday's game against the Saints, the beat writer reported on Thursday. Rookie WR Denzel Boston spoke Thursday about traits he admires in Sanders.
| Footballguys view: Deshaun Watson did not practice on Thursday as he goes through the league concussion protocol. Sanders is set to start against the Saints, and Fantasy GMs should consider him a QB2/streaming option if he's under center. |
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