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Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey is active and playing in Thursday Night Football against the Cleveland Browns despite dealing with a fractured wrist. Ramsey, who was a limited participant all week and listed as questionable, is wearing a protective cast on the field. He has recorded 17 tackles, one pass defensed, and a forced fumble over the course of the 2026 season.
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy has struggled to find targets, recording just two catches through the first three games of the season. With fourth receiver Tylan Wallace sidelined for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Jeudy could see a minor uptick in offensive reps. Analysts project the over on his 1.5 receptions prop bet as the Steelers defense focuses heavily on stopping the run.
Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Donte Jackson returned to practice on Thursday after missing Wednesday's session due to a concussion. Jackson was spotted wearing a gold non-contact jersey during drills, providing a much-needed boost to a Chargers secondary that has looked thin at the cornerback position. His progression through the concussion protocol points toward potential availability for Sunday's game against Seattle.
San Francisco 49ers star left tackle Trent Williams returned to practice on Thursday as a limited participant after missing Wednesday's session due to a neck injury. Williams was the sole positive update on an extensive 49ers injury report that still features seven key missing players, including Mike Evans and Nick Bosa, ahead of Sunday's upcoming home matchup against the Denver Broncos.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton remains a viable fantasy starter for Week 4, though he faces a daunting matchup against a Seattle Seahawks defense allowing just 2.9 yards per carry. Hampton continues to lead the backfield, but backup Keaton Mitchell saw increased work in Week 3 with 11 touches to Hampton's 15, slightly condensing Hampton's overall volume expectation for Sunday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. returned to practice as a full participant on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday due to an ankle injury. His full participation significantly boosts his availability for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. With quarterback Baker Mayfield sidelined, Godwin's presence will be vital for Tampa Bay's passing attack, though prop projections remain cautious.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday's practice as he recovers from a hamstring injury. After missing Week 2, Flowers returned in Week 3 to catch five passes for 84 yards on 21 snaps. His full practice workload puts him on track to avoid an injury designation and play Sunday against the Titans. Flowers leads the Ravens with 234 receiving yards this season.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday's practice following a minor back issue that limited him Wednesday, confirming he is on track to start Sunday against Tennessee. Jackson has thrown for four touchdowns against one interception while rushing for 124 yards and a score in a 2-1 start. Off the field, Jackson made headlines by updating his Instagram profile picture to a viral, edited image referencing a notorious 49ers-related scam.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans missed his second straight practice on Thursday while dealing with a rib injury suffered in Week 3. General manager John Lynch listed Evans as questionable for Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos. Evans is determined to play through the injury, but if he cannot go, San Francisco will lean on Deebo Samuel, Brandin Cooks, Jacob Cowing, and Jordan Watkins.
New York Jets backup quarterback Cade Klubnik was placed in Tier 5 of recent NFL backup quarterback rankings. Evaluators noted that Klubnik could eventually develop into a mid-tier secondary option over time, but he currently lacks sufficient regular-season snaps to establish a clear ceiling in the event he is unexpectedly thrust into starting game action for the Jets offense later this season.
Cincinnati Bengals backup quarterback Joe Flacco was highlighted in recent NFL backup rankings as a top-tier option capable of keeping the team afloat if Joe Burrow misses time. Analysis noted that while Flacco lacks mobility, his pocket awareness and passing ability allow him to dissect defenses at all three levels when provided clean protection by his offensive line during regular season action.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert drew viral commentary from broadcaster Tom Brady following an interception in last week's loss to the Buffalo Bills. Brady criticized Herbert's decision on the throw to safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, calling the pass a "meatball sub." Brady later explained on social media that his kids introduced him to the popular term used to describe poor passes.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown and the offense look to recover from their Week 3 loss as they host the Jacksonville Jaguars. To succeed against Jacksonville's eighth-ranked run defense, the Bengals are focused on executing effective rushing plays out of shotgun formations, avoiding costly penalties, and eliminating special teams turnovers that plagued them in their prior defeat.
New York Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick recorded full participation in Thursday's practice and confirmed he will return for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. Fitzpatrick has been sidelined since sustaining a groin injury in Week 1 of the season. Head coach Aaron Glenn expressed strong confidence in his return, boosting a Jets secondary seeking to end a 20-game streak without an interception.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Keaton Mitchell was a limited participant in Thursday's practice for the second straight day due to a left ankle injury. Mitchell remains on track to play Sunday against the Seahawks if he suffers no setbacks Friday. Through three games, Mitchell has rushed 17 times for 85 yards (5.0 YPC) and caught four passes for 10 yards and a touchdown backing up Omarion Hampton.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers made an impressive season debut in Week 3, catching 10 passes for 116 yards and a touchdown against the Saints to earn AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors. Coming off a meniscus procedure, Bowers lined up across the formation like a wideout. The Kansas City Chiefs have identified limiting Bowers as a primary defensive key for their Week 4 divisional matchup.
Las Vegas Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby enters Week 4 with 17 pressures, two sacks, and four quarterback hits through three games. Preparing for his 14th career meeting against Patrick Mahomes, Crosby is fueled by his recovery from knee surgery and a failed offseason trade to Baltimore. The undefeated Chiefs have designated controlling Crosby as their top offensive priority for Sunday's AFC West battle.
Cincinnati Bengals safety Bryan Cook was limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday as he manages an ankle injury. Cook's status, alongside fellow safety Kyle Dugger who missed both sessions with a quadricep issue, is a major focus for the coaching staff over the final two practices of the week as the Bengals prepare to host the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals right guard Dalton Risner (knee) missed Wednesday's practice and was listed as a nonparticipant on Thursday, working on the rehab field with a knee brace. As a veteran with system familiarity, Risner still has a chance to play Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars with limited reps if he is cleared. If he cannot go, Jalen Rivers has been handling first-team reps at right guard in practice.
Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II was a new addition to the team's injury report on Thursday, being listed as a limited participant due to an ankle injury. The Bengals are closely monitoring multiple player health statuses as they prepare to bounce back this Sunday when the Jacksonville Jaguars visit Paycor Stadium for a Week 4 matchup amidst a banged-up roster.
