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Christian Watson (chest) has been released from the hospital and is flying home with the Packers after suffering a chest injury during Sunday's loss to the Broncos. His status for the next game will be updated Tuesday.
With Javonte Williams sidelined due to a shoulder injury, Malik Davis is expected to lead the Cowboys' backfield. Davis and Hunter Luepke were the primary options during Williams' absence.
Buffalo Bills TE Dawson Knox secured three of four targets for 37 yards and two touchdowns in the Bills' 35-31 win over the Patriots. Knox tied for second in catches and targets, and was runner-up in receiving yards. This performance doubled his previous season-long touchdown tally, and he has now recorded at least three receptions in four consecutive games.
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson caught all four of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Panthers. This marks his fifth consecutive game with at least four receptions, though his 30 yards were his lowest total since Week 6. Johnson ranks second on the team in catches and receiving yards behind Chris Olave and is expected to maintain his steady role in Week 16 against the Jets.
DJ Moore recorded four receptions for 69 yards and two touchdowns in the Bears' 31-3 rout of the Browns. This performance followed a career-worst outing the previous week. His scores were from six and 22 yards out.
Kyle Monangai rushed for 33 yards on 11 carries in the Bears' 31-3 win over the Browns. While he split carries early, D'Andre Swift saw more work in the second half, limiting Monangai's fantasy potential.
D'Andre Swift rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries in the Bears' 31-3 win over the Browns. He had a strong second half, scoring a 17-yard touchdown late in the third quarter.
New Orleans Saints kicker Charlie Smyth successfully drilled a 47-yard field goal, securing a crucial 20-17 win for his team over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Smyth also kicked a 42-yarder and two extra points. His game-winning kick came after a 15-yard unnecessary roughness penalty on the Panthers aided the Saints' drive. This was Smyth's third career start and second consecutive win for the Saints.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba recorded his ninth 100-yard receiving game of the season, catching seven of nine targets for 113 yards in the Seattle Seahawks' 18-16 win over the Colts. He is on pace to surpass his sophomore campaign totals and remains a focal point of Seattle's offense.
Chris Olave caught six of nine targets for 85 yards and a touchdown in the Saints' 20-17 win over the Panthers. His 12-yard touchdown reception with 2:29 remaining tied the game. Olave has recorded at least 50 receiving yards or a touchdown in all but one game this season.
Drew Brees and Adam Amin discussed the San Francisco 49ers' offensive success in their victory against the Tennessee Titans. They broke down the factors contributing to the 49ers' explosive performance and strategies for maintaining momentum.
In his first NFL start, undrafted rookie Brady Cook completed 22 of 33 passes for 176 yards, one touchdown (a nine-yard pass to Adonai Mitchell), and three interceptions in the Jets' 48-20 loss to the Jaguars. He also rushed for 39 yards on six carries. Cook struggled after his initial success, but the touchdown pass was a highlight he'll remember. He may continue to start in Week 16.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams aggravated a hamstring injury during Sunday's game against the Lions and is unlikely to play in Thursday's matchup against the Seahawks. He caught four of nine targets for 71 yards before exiting. Adams' availability was already in question due to a hamstring issue that limited his practice time. He entered the game leading the league with 14 touchdown receptions.
Gunnar Helm caught a 34-yard touchdown pass from Cam Ward, reducing the Titans' deficit against the 49ers. Helm finished with four receptions for 49 yards and a TD.
Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin is expected to share the backfield duties with Tyler Badie due to injuries to R.J. Harvey and J.K. Dobbins. Harvey suffered a rib injury late in Sunday's win.
Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins is currently on the injured reserve list. His absence, coupled with R.J. Harvey's recent rib injury, would leave the Broncos' backfield to Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie.
With R.J. Harvey suffering a rib injury and J.K. Dobbins on injured reserve, Tyler Badie could see an increased role in the Denver Broncos' backfield alongside Jaleel McLaughlin.
Cleveland Browns RB Quinshon Judkins rushed 12 times for just 21 yards and added three receptions for minus-four yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Bears. Despite leading the backfield, he found running room scarce, with his longest gain only four yards. This marks his third game below 50 rushing yards in the last four, all with Shedeur Sanders at quarterback. He was noted as one of Week 15's biggest disappointments.
Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers successfully kicked six field goals, including a game-winning 56-yarder with 18 seconds left, to secure an 18-16 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Myers' six field goals were crucial in the close contest. The Seahawks improved to 11-3 ahead of a Week 16 matchup with the Rams.
Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons caught his second career touchdown pass, trimming the deficit against the San Francisco 49ers to 31-17. The score highlighted a rare offensive contribution from the Pro Bowl defensive player.
