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Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love missed his second consecutive practice Thursday due to an ankle injury, putting him at risk of missing Sunday's game against the Rams. Head coach Mike LaFleur emphasized taking the right approach to heal Love's ankle properly. If Love is ruled out on Friday's injury report, Tyler Allgeier will lead Arizona's backfield with Bam Knight backing him up.
Second-year cornerback Azareye'h Thomas has become a vital component of the New York Jets' top-ranked pass defense. Breaking out after taking over a larger role, Thomas recorded two pass breakups and allowed just one reception for eight yards in a win over Cleveland, bringing his season total to five breakups. The 6-foot-1 defender has earned high praise from coach Aaron Glenn for his intelligence in both man and zone coverage.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has guided his squad to a 5-0 start, earning strong MVP positioning at +300 odds. Purdy leads the NFL in passing touchdowns (13), success rate (57.9%), and QBR (85.5). He can become the first player in NFL history within their first five career seasons to record multiple touchdown passes and a 90+ passer rating in their team's first six games when the 49ers host Washington on Monday Night Football, amid wide receiver injuries.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks did not practice Thursday due to a hamstring issue after being downgraded from limited. Wicks played through a similar designation last week, catching five targets for 63 yards against the Jaguars, but his recent absence raises serious concerns about his availability for Sunday's upcoming contest against the Carolina Panthers as the team manages multiple offensive injuries.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is nursing hamstring and toe injuries, upgrading to a limited participant in practice Thursday after missing back-to-back games. His limited status gives him a reasonable chance to return Sunday versus the Panthers. If able to play, he will catch passes from quarterback Tanner McKee, as Jalen Hurts remains sidelined by a blood clot.
New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson was limited in Thursday's practice as he continues to recover from an ankle injury sustained in Week 5 against the Raiders. Henderson wore pads for the session and appears poised for a potential Sunday appearance against the Jets if he upgrades to full participation Friday. Should Henderson be ruled out for the division clash, Corey Kiner is in line to provide change-of-pace work behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels took full personal accountability for an overtime clock blunder during Sunday's 27-27 tie with the Giants, taking a costly sack that prevented a game-winning spike. Addressing teammates and reporters, Daniels called the execution a personal failure and vowed it will never happen again. He looks to put the sequence behind him ahead of Monday's road matchup against the 49ers.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers was added to Thursday's injury report as a limited participant due to a toe issue. Flowers, who caught eight passes for 53 yards in Week 5 while playing through a foot issue, will have his practice participation monitored closely ahead of Sunday's AFC North clash against the Browns. He has registered 26 receptions for 405 yards with two touchdowns in four games so far this season.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott faces growing scrutiny as media analysts question whether the franchise is squandering his prime years entering a Week 6 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Prescott holds a 9-12-1 record under head coach Brian Schottenheimer as the team deals with roster debate and coaching location questions surrounding the defensive play-calling. Analysts previewing the Sunday night contest highlight the pressure on Dallas to steady its season.
Houston Texans running back Woody Marks is in line to command a heavy workhorse role for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. With starting running back David Montgomery ruled out due to a groin injury, Marks steps into the primary offensive backfield responsibilities, landing as a notable option in fantasy football rankings despite a tough defensive matchup.
The Houston Texans officially ruled out starting running back David Montgomery for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London due to a groin injury. After making an early exit in Week 5, Montgomery missed all practice sessions this week and will stay behind in Houston, targeting a Week 7 return against the Giants. Woody Marks is poised to handle a sizable workhorse role in his absence alongside fellow inactives Tank Dell and Jalen Pitre.
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. participated fully in Thursday's practice and expects to play without limitations against the Packers. Porter missed last week's game due to a severe illness that caused frequent vomiting on game day, following an ankle injury sustained in Week 4. His full return provides a major boost to the Cowboys' secondary as they prepare for a high-stakes Sunday matchup.
The Los Angeles Rams signed kicker Blake Grupe off the New York Jets practice squad after releasing struggling kicker Harrison Mevis. Grupe made 11 of 11 field-goal attempts with the Colts after being released by the Saints last November. Head coach Sean McVay expressed full confidence in special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone and hopes Grupe can immediately stabilize the Rams' kicking game heading into Sunday's game against Arizona.
New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith completed 17 of 30 passes for 182 yards with a touchdown and a fumble in a win over the Browns. Offensive coordinator Frank Reich lauded Smith for his elite instinct and creative thinking in the final minutes, when he audibled from a called pass to a run play that resulted in Braelon Allen's 22-yard game-winning touchdown on third-and-9.
New York Jets running back Braelon Allen continues to impress after rushing for 116 yards and a game-winning touchdown against the Browns. Offensive coordinator Frank Reich praised Allen following a Week 5 victory, highlighting his 22-yard game-winning touchdown run called via an audible by Geno Smith. Allen forms a powerful one-two backfield punch with Breece Hall, who remains week-to-week with a quad injury.
Seattle Seahawks running back Robert Henry Jr. was listed as inactive for Thursday night's primetime matchup against the Denver Broncos. Despite recent struggles with ball security and explosive play generation from Seattle's backfield, the newly signed running back was kept off the active game day roster as the team sticks with its established rotation.
Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss is active and in the starting lineup for Thursday Night Football against the Seahawks despite carrying a questionable tag due to rib injuries that caused him to miss Week 5. Moss has tallied 16 tackles, five passes defensed, and an interception over four games this season. His availability is vital for a severely depleted Broncos secondary missing Pat Surtain II and Talanoa Hufanga.
Denver Broncos star cornerback Pat Surtain II was officially ruled out as an inactive for Thursday night's matchup against the Seattle Seahawks due to an ankle injury. His absence, alongside fellow defensive starters like Talanoa Hufanga, leaves the Broncos secondary heavily stressed against Seattle's passing attack, forcing the team to rely on depth pieces and practice squad elevations.
The Denver Broncos elevated veteran safety Taylor Rapp from the practice squad for Thursday night's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Rapp will make his Broncos debut to help fill the void at safety with Talanoa Hufanga sidelined by an ankle injury. Rapp brings extensive career experience with 488 tackles, 12 interceptions, and multiple forced fumbles across stints with the Bills and Rams.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting veteran wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster for a visit as they look to bolster an undermanned wide receiver room entering Week 6. With Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve and both Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek nursing injuries, the Steelers are thin at the position. Smith-Schuster, a 2017 second-round pick by Pittsburgh, spent last year with Kansas City and has recently taken visits with several other NFL franchises.
