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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was inactive for Week 4 against Green Bay and is expected to miss 3 to 6 weeks after dislocating his right thumb in Week 3, ending a streak of 57 consecutive starts. While cleared of structural damage and avoiding surgery, Mayfield needs time to regain gripping strength, paving the way for undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels to make his first career start under center.
Charles Woods was highlighted alongside Julian Edelman in a sports analysis feature discussing which NFL superstars possess the athletic traits required to potentially play various positions in Major League Baseball.
Washington Commanders linebacker Odafe Oweh made a major defensive impact early in Sunday's London matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Oweh rushed left tackle Bernhard Raimann directly into quarterback Daniel Jones' stepback, forcing a fumble that Oweh recovered near the red zone to set up an early Washington field goal.
Free agent running back Joe Mixon is traveling to Seattle to work out for the tailback-needy Seahawks. Mixon hasn't played since January 2025, having missed the entire campaign with a foot injury and subsequent blood flow issues, leading him to tell close friends his career might be over. Having rushed for 7,428 yards across stints with the Bengals and Texans, Mixon looks to inch toward an NFL return with Seattle.
Green Bay Packers running back Kaleb Johnson took on an increased workload after teammate Chris Brooks suffered an ankle injury in the first half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Johnson provided solid ground production, contributing six carries for 42 yards as part of a Packers offensive attack that also featured contributions from MarShawn Lloyd.
Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks hurt an ankle in the first half of Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and was labeled questionable to return. Before exiting, Brooks was leading the team with 30 rushing yards on four carries. His departure left Green Bay's backfield shorthanded, leaving remaining rushing duties to teammates MarShawn Lloyd and Kaleb Johnson.
Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. expressed deep frustration over his recent release from the New York Giants, stating in public comments that he "shoulda known better." Beckham claimed the Giants used him financially and gave him the runaround after he signed for the veteran minimum. Having played just 20 snaps and drawing one target before being cut, Beckham remains unsigned as he looks to continue his NFL comeback.
Terry Bradshaw defended the Dallas Cowboys' decision to trade linebacker Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark. Despite Dallas ranking poorly in total and scoring defense since the trade, Bradshaw argued the move yields long-term dividends, noting the acquisition of rookie Malachi Lawrence and enabling the selection of safety Caleb Downs.
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is active and made his team debut in Week 4 against the Houston Texans after recovering from a back injury. Acquired via trade from Pittsburgh following an offseason contract dispute, Porter enters the final year of his rookie deal. He started and played four snaps on his debut, expected to see a limited snap count around 30 plays as he stabilizes the struggling Dallas secondary.
Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum started under center for the opening play against the New York Jets, handing off to D'Andre Swift before quickly yielding to Tyson Bagent. The tactical move kept the Bears from joining the 1997 Jaguars by starting three different quarterbacks in four games. Keenum had previously led Chicago to a Week 3 win over Philadelphia while fill-in starter Caleb Williams deals with a hamstring injury.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and his wife announced they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the news on Instagram by jointly posting a video titled 'A Short Love Story' to announce the pregnancy.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Andy Dalton will serve as the team's third quarterback for Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams. Dalton previously acted as the primary backup in Week 3 versus the Chicago Bears before throwing a costly interception, leading the team to promote Tanner McKee back to the No. 2 role behind starter Jalen Hurts.
The Philadelphia Eagles are promoting Tanner McKee back to the primary backup quarterback position behind Jalen Hurts for Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams. Andy Dalton moves down to third-string quarterback after throwing a costly interception against the Chicago Bears. This roster shift restores McKee to the exact backup role he held over the past two seasons as Philadelphia manages active roster adjustments.
Tennessee Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo recorded encouraging route participation during the Week 4 slate, as tracked by immediate fantasy football takeaways monitoring key usage changes and injuries across the league.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce remained sidelined on injured reserve for Sunday's Week 4 London game against the Washington Commanders. His ongoing absence, alongside injuries to Keenan Allen, forced the Colts to heavily reshuffle their receiving rotation, leaving Josh Downs and tight end Tyler Warren to headline the passing attack against Washington.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders in London due to a groin injury. Allen developed the issue after initially appearing on the injury report for rest and missed Friday's practice. Having recorded 13 catches for 100 yards and one touchdown in three games, his absence further depletes an Indianapolis receiving corps already missing Alec Pierce.
Cleveland Browns safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren doubled his playing time in Week 4 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, logging a 50 percent snap share (36 plays). Operating primarily in center field, McNeil-Warren recorded three combined tackles (one solo) and broke up two passes. He finished as Cleveland's second-highest graded defensive player by PFF with a 70.4 mark.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Benjamin Morrison is inactive for Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Green Bay Packers. Morrison was officially ruled out on Friday's injury report, further testing Tampa Bay's secondary depth as the team attempts to bounce back at Raymond James Stadium without several key defensive contributors.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Rueben Bain Jr. is inactive for Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Bain remains sidelined as he continues to recover from a groin injury that limited him during practice leading up to the game. His absence leaves Tampa Bay's defensive front without one of its primary edge rushing options against Green Bay's offensive front.
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy caught all three of his targets for 36 yards in Week 4 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite seeing his overall offensive snap share decrease to 38 percent (24 plays), Jeudy delivered high-impact receptions late in the game to sustain key drives. He earned a 79.9 offensive grade from PFF, making him Cleveland's third-highest graded offensive player.
