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Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Chase McLaughlin was added to the injury report as a non-participant due to a right groin/hip injury. McLaughlin has been perfect this season, making all nine field goal attempts—including a long of 59—and all seven PATs. With no practice squad kicker, the Bucs will need to sign a replacement for Thursday night's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys if McLaughlin is unable to play.
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II received good news following an MRI on his right ankle, avoiding a long-term absence. Surtain suffered a non-contact injury during Week 4 where he was unable to put weight on his leg, initially raising fears of a worst-case scenario. The injury is confirmed to be significantly less serious than initially feared, providing a major boost to the Broncos secondary.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant received positive news after undergoing an MRI on an ankle injury, avoiding a worst-case scenario with a short-term recovery expected. The 23-year-old receiver has recorded 42 or more yards in three of four games this season, adding a touchdown in Week 3. Bryant should be reserved in all fantasy leagues until he can return and prove his health on the field without any setbacks.
New York Giants rookie kicker Dominic Zvada has started his career in stellar fashion, remaining perfect through four weeks by converting all five extra-point attempts and nine field goal tries, including crucial 50 and 52-yard kicks in a Week 4 win over Arizona. Praised by coach John Harbaugh for his consistent technique and strong mental approach, Zvada credits his rigorous training camp and sports psychology for helping him stabilize the Giants' kicking game.
The Jacksonville Jaguars placed safety Caleb Ransaw on the reserve/injured list with a knee injury, carrying a designation to return that forces him to miss a minimum of four games. Cornerback Christian Braswell was also waived/injured following the roster update on Tuesday, Oct. 6. In corresponding moves, the Jaguars signed cornerbacks Alijah Huzzie and Jaylon Jones directly to their active roster from the Texans and Bears.
New York Giants wide receiver and return specialist Braxton Berrios will undergo season-ending foot surgery following an injury sustained in Week 4 against the Arizona Cardinals. Berrios, placed on injured reserve and sharing the news on his 31st birthday, averaged 27.6 yards per kick return this season after signing a one-year deal in June. Wideout Charlie Jones is expected to take over return duties for the Giants moving forward.
The Green Bay Packers worked out four players on Tuesday, notably bringing in former Pro Bowl linebacker Deion Jones. Jones, a Will linebacker who earned a Pro Bowl nod in his second season with Atlanta, could provide depth at the position following Edgerrin Cooper's season-ending Achilles injury. Green Bay currently has a full 53-man roster and practice squad, meaning any potential addition would require a corresponding move.
Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper was officially placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn Achilles tendon in the third quarter against Tampa Bay. Before exiting, Cooper posted nine tackles, a sack, and an interception, bringing his season totals to 30 tackles and three sacks. In response to his devastating loss, the Packers promoted Kristian Welch to the 53-man roster and worked out four players, including veteran linebacker Deion Jones.
The Philadelphia Eagles placed running back Tank Bigsby on injured reserve Tuesday due to an abdominal injury picked up in Week 4 against the Rams. Bigsby will require core muscle surgery and is required to miss at least four games, making the earliest possible return Week 9 against the Giants. With Saquon Barkley week-to-week, Will Shipley could step in as starting running back.
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is navigating early-season offensive struggles as the team works through various issues following a close loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Despite external hand-wringing over missed reads and low pre-contact running metrics, analysts view Nix well ahead of schedule in his development after two-plus years, dismissing calls to move on from the young signal-caller.
The Cleveland Browns announced that defensive tackle Kalia Davis has been designated to return to practice. Davis had been sidelined since suffering a quadriceps injury during a training camp practice. The team now has a 21-day window to evaluate him in practice before deciding whether to elevate him back to the active 53-man roster, providing a potential boost to a defensive line dealing with multiple injuries.
The Cleveland Browns opened the 21-day practice window for quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who injured his back in the final preseason game and was placed on injured reserve August 30. Gabriel has up to three weeks to practice before Cleveland must decide whether to activate him back to the 53-player roster, where he joins Deshaun Watson, Shadeur Sanders, and Taylen Green as the team manages its quarterback depth.
The Arizona Cardinals signed former first-round pick Jedrick Wills Jr. off Buffalo's practice squad to bolster their offensive line. Wills, selected No. 10 overall in 2020 by Cleveland, has started 57 games. The move comes as Arizona placed Paris Johnson Jr. on injured reserve following a season-ending torn biceps. The Cardinals plan to start rookie offensive tackle Jayden Williams for now while making several other roster adjustments.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young earned the highest marks in a recent grading of NFL quarterbacks on rookie contracts. His standout start, which includes leading the NFL with 1,268 passing yards, has thrust him into the MVP conversation. This dramatic year-four leap highlights his significant development and growth into a reliable offensive leader for the Panthers during the 2026 NFL season.
Joey Porter Jr. has been officially listed as a starter on the Dallas Cowboys depth chart following an impressive debut against the Houston Texans. Playing 25 snaps just days after a trade from the Steelers, he allowed zero receptions on his lone target in coverage. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer praised his intentional approach in practice, and Porter is expected to see an increased snap count as his familiarity with the defensive playbook and conditioning continue to improve.
Aaron Rodgers and head coach Mike McCarthy spoke multiple times over the weekend to resolve a heated hot-mic exchange that occurred during Pittsburgh's 27-24 Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Rodgers expressed frustration while waiting for a play call in the first quarter. In the loss, the 22nd-year quarterback completed 22 of 40 passes for 299 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. The 2-2 Steelers now prepare to host the Indianapolis Colts in Week 5.
The New England Patriots waived linebacker Jose Ramirez from their 53-man roster as part of several Tuesday roster adjustments. Ramirez, 27, appeared in two games for New England after being promoted from the practice squad, recording one tackle across 30 total defensive and special teams snaps. His release opens up a roster spot as players become eligible to return from injury lists, while Ramirez hits the waiver wire and could potentially return to the practice squad.
The Minnesota Vikings placed starting left guard Donovan Jackson on injured reserve after he tore his meniscus during last Sunday's game. Jackson, a 2025 first-round draft pick who started all four games this season after making 14 starts as a rookie, is expected to miss the remainder of the year. Joe Huber stepped in to replace Jackson during Minnesota's victory over the Dolphins, and the team made several corresponding practice squad roster transactions.
Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III drove the Kansas City offense with historic production in a 30-27 win over the Raiders, rushing for 177 yards on 22 carries with two touchdowns, including a 76-yard score. Walker joined Jim Brown and O.J. Simpson as the only players in NFL history to rush for 170-plus yards in two of their first four games. Totaling 537 rushing yards and six touchdowns through four weeks, his dominant breakout season continues to lead the league.
Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby detailed his physical matchups and verbal exchanges with Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on his podcast, "The Rush." Crosby, who has tallied 6.5 sacks and 49 career pressures against Mahomes, claimed that every time he hits the star quarterback, Mahomes rolls over, peeks at him, and makes a complaining noise. Both competitors maintain mutual respect despite their fierce divisional battles.
