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Woody Marks had a limited impact in the Houston Texans' 18-15 loss to the Broncos on Sunday. He carried the ball 10 times for 27 yards but was unable to make a mark in the passing game, failing to catch any of his three targets during the Week 9 contest.
Nick Chubb had a quiet performance for the Houston Texans in their 18-15 loss to the Broncos on Sunday. The running back carried the ball 11 times but was held to just 34 rushing yards, making little impact in the Week 9 contest.
Los Angeles Chargers tackle Joe Alt will undergo season-ending surgery for a high-ankle sprain, the team announced Monday. This marks the second high-ankle sprain to the same ankle for Alt in a matter of weeks. The injury occurred during Sunday's victory against the Tennessee Titans when a defender fell into his right leg, leading to him being carted off the field. Alt, the No. 5 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, started 16 games as a rookie right tackle, was voted captain this season, and had moved to left tackle after Pro Bowl starter Rashawn Slater sustained a season-ending torn patellar tendon in training camp. Alt had just returned last week from a previous Week 4 high-ankle sprain that sidelined him for three games, leaving the Chargers down to their third left tackle of the season.
Justin Herbert led the Los Angeles Chargers to an efficient 27-20 win over the Titans on Sunday, completing 19 of 29 passes for 250 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. He also contributed significantly on the ground with nine rushes for 57 yards and an additional score. However, the Chargers' offensive future around Herbert could be impacted by star left tackle Joe Alt's latest high-ankle sprain, with concerns that Los Angeles may struggle if Alt requires surgery.
Following a stunning victory in Week 9 of the NFL season, the Green Bay Packers and quarterback Jordan Love were the subject of a memorable troll from the Panthers, who posted "Hide your quarterback." This social media jab highlighted the competitive nature and post-game banter in the league.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is making positive strides in his recovery from a toe injury. However, coach Kyle Shanahan stated on Sunday that there's a significant chance Purdy may not return to 100% health even when he does come back, indicating a cautious outlook for his full recovery this season.
Ja'Marr Chase was a standout performer for the Cincinnati Bengals, eclipsing the 100-yard receiving mark in their 47-42 loss to the Bears on Sunday. He brought in six of his eight targets, totaling 111 receiving yards, showcasing his explosive playmaking ability despite the team's defeat.
Jaxson Dart delivered a solid performance for the New York Giants in their 34-24 loss to the 49ers on Sunday, accounting for three total touchdowns. He completed 24 of 33 passes for 191 yards and two passing touchdowns, while also adding eight rushing attempts for 56 yards and a rushing touchdown.
The San Francisco 49ers are bracing for potentially another significant injury setback, with fears that first-round pick Mykel Williams may have torn his ACL. This potential loss would add to what has become a "war of attrition" for the team, as San Francisco prepares to lose yet another starter.
Davis Mills completed 17 of 30 passes for 137 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to the Broncos, stepping in for relief. He also added seven rushing yards on two carries during the game.
DeMario Douglas had his best game of the season in Week 9, catching four of six targets for 100 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-23 win over the Falcons.
Stefon Diggs contributed to the Patriots' Week 9 win, catching three of four targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-23 victory over the Falcons.
Kyle Pitts recorded four catches on seven targets for 38 yards in Sunday's 24-23 loss to the Patriots during Week 9.
Tom Brady awarded Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy with the LFG Player of the Game after his big performance against the Detroit Lions. Brady also spoke with McCarthy, who demonstrated veteran poise before letting loose with an f-bomb.
Bijan Robinson was heavily involved in Week 9, getting 20 touches in Sunday's 24-23 loss to the Patriots, rushing 12 times for 46 yards and catching eight of 10 targets for 50 yards.
Justin Jefferson secured six of nine targets for 47 yards and scored a touchdown in the Vikings' 27-24 win over the Lions on Sunday, marking a strong return for McCarthy.
Juwan Johnson caught his first career touchdown pass from Tyler Shough, contributing to cutting the New Orleans Saints’ deficit against the Los Angeles Rams.
Drake Maye completed 19 of 29 passes for 259 yards, throwing two touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 24-23 win over the Falcons. He also contributed with eight rushing attempts for 20 yards, though he fumbled twice, losing one.
Michael Pittman recorded an impressive performance despite the team's outcome, securing nine receptions on 12 targets for a total of 115 yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Steelers.
Carolina Panthers’ kicker Ryan Fitzgerald drilled a game-winning 49-yard field goal, securing a victory for his team against the Green Bay Packers.
