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Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts was added to the practice report Friday as a limited participant due to a knee injury, having not been listed on Thursday. Pitts has broken out over his last four games, averaging nearly 100 receiving yards and logging four touchdowns, with 80 catches for 854 yards and 5 TDs in 15 games this season. His activity level Saturday will be closely monitored.
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is set to return to the lineup for Sunday's game against the Bills after missing the last three games due to shoulder injuries. Carter has no injury designation and was a full participant in practice all week.
Running back Devin Neal is currently on injured reserve, impacting the Saints' backfield depth with Alvin Kamara also sidelined for Week 17.
With Alvin Kamara ruled out and Devin Neal on injured reserve, Audric Estime is expected to be one of the Saints' top two running backs alongside Evan Hull for Week 17.
With Alvin Kamara ruled out and Devin Neal on injured reserve, Evan Hull is expected to be one of the Saints' top two running backs alongside Audric Estime for Week 17.
With Alvin Kamara ruled out for Week 17, Taysom Hill led the Saints with 12 carries last week, adding six targets and a passing touchdown. He presents an intriguing, albeit risky, fantasy option for the upcoming game against the Titans.
Jaguars rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts due to a finger injury, despite being expected to miss multiple games. He had a limited week of practice, and while not a fantasy option, his unexpected return would impact Travis Etienne's projection.
Travis Etienne's Week 17 projection could be impacted if fellow running back Bhayshul Tuten, who was expected to miss multiple games, makes an unexpected return from his finger injury against the Colts.
Falcons wide receiver Drake London was a limited participant in Friday's practice due to a knee injury, following a limited session on Thursday. Saturday marks his final opportunity for full reps before Monday Night Football. London returned from a four-game absence in Week 16, securing just 3 of 8 targets for 27 yards.
Giants left tackle Andrew Thomas has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a hamstring injury suffered last week, having been unable to practice all week. This marks his third missed game of the season, and with no incentive to rush him back after offseason foot surgery, Marcus Mbow will fill in at left tackle for the critical matchup with draft implications.
Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has no injury designation for Sunday's Week 17 game against the Bills, having returned to full practice Friday after undergoing wisdom teeth removal earlier in the week. He is expected to play his usual role, entering the game with 935 yards on the season and averaging seven catches for just over 95 receiving yards with four scores in his last five appearances.
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner is slated to return to the lineup for Sunday's crucial game against the Jaguars, as confirmed by Head Coach Shane Steichen. Gardner has missed the last three games due to a calf injury, during which the Colts lost all three contests. Acquired from the Jets during the season, Gardner has only appeared in three games for Indianapolis, making his return a significant boost for the defense as the team's postseason hopes hang in the balance.
Despite not practicing all week due to knee and ankle issues, outside linebacker Josh Sweat is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Cardinals safety Budda Baker has been ruled out for Sunday's game due to concussion symptoms and a thumb injury, having not practiced all week. Baker, a ninth-year veteran who played all 17 games in 2024, recorded 111 tackles, 0.5 sack, and 5 pass breakups this season. Rabbit Taylor-Demerson will start in his place.
If Dylan Sampson is unable to play in Week 17, Trayveon Williams is expected to handle passing down duties for the Browns against the Steelers.
Running back Quinshon Judkins is not currently with the team, leaving the Browns' backfield without him as they prepare for Week 17.
If Dylan Sampson remains sidelined for Week 17, Raheim Sanders is expected to operate as the lead early-down running back for the Browns against the Steelers.
Browns running back Dylan Sampson is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers due to a hand injury, having been limited in practice all week. Sidelined since Week 14, the rookie running back would be the top option for touches in Cleveland's backfield if he returns. If out, Raheim Sanders is expected to lead early-down work, with Trayveon Williams handling passing downs.
Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, marking his third consecutive missed game due to a collapsed lung. Despite returning to practice as a limited participant this week, he will not play.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin (hamstring) has been officially ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. His absence, combined with DK Metcalf's two-game suspension, will force the Steelers to rely on a deeper rotation of wideouts including Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Scotty Miller, Ben Skowronek, and Roman Wilson. Tight ends Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth, and Jonnu Smith are also expected to see an increased target share.
