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Friday, October 24, 2025

Brian Burns Questionable for Week 8, Leads League in Sacks and Tackles for Loss

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New York Giants edge rusher Brian Burns is officially questionable for Week 8 against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a hip injury, though he previously told reporters he would play. Burns did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday but was limited in Friday's session. He currently leads the league with 9.0 sacks through seven games and 12 tackles for loss, putting him on pace to surpass his career high of 12.5 sacks from 2022. His status is critical for the Giants' defense.

Jaxson Dart Cleared to Play Week 8 for Giants Despite Ankle Issue

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart has no game status designation and is set to play in Week 8. Despite dealing with an ankle issue, Dart was a full participant in practice all week, confirming his availability for the upcoming game against the Eagles.

Kyle Monangai Set for Lead Back Role if Swift Misses Week 8 for Bears

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Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai is positioned to be the clear lead back for Week 8 against the Baltimore Ravens if D'Andre Swift (groin), who is listed as questionable, were to miss the game. This increased role is due to Roschon Johnson (back) already being ruled out for the contest, highlighting Monangai's potential importance in the Bears' backfield.

Roschon Johnson Ruled Out for Week 8 with Back Injury, Monangai Steps Up

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Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson (back) has been officially ruled out for the team's Week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens. His absence, coupled with D'Andre Swift's questionable status, means that Kyle Monangai would step in as the clear lead back if Swift were also to miss the contest.

Saints Running Back Alvin Kamara Cleared to Play Against Tampa Bay

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New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) has been cleared to play and will not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay. This update, reported by Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune, confirms his availability for the upcoming Week 8 matchup, providing a key offensive weapon for the Saints.

Falcons QB Michael Penix Questionable for Week 8 with Ankle and Knee Injuries

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to both an ankle injury, suffered against the Seahawks, and a knee injury, described as a bone bruise. Despite Penix stating his intention to play, the team will make a final determination on his status. He was a limited participant in practice throughout the week. While the bone bruise is not considered serious, his start is not guaranteed. If Penix is unable to play, quarterback Kirk Cousins is in line to start. Further updates on Penix's availability are expected around 11:30 am ET on Sunday.

Titans Defensive Tackle Jeffery Simmons Ruled Out for Week 8 with Hamstring Injury

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Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons has been officially ruled out for Sunday's road contest against the Indianapolis Colts. Simmons sustained a hamstring injury during the game against the Patriots, and Titans interim head coach Mike McCoy had previously described his status as week-to-week. His absence will be a significant factor for the Titans' defense in Week 8, weakening their defensive line against the Colts.

Titans Wide Receiver Calvin Ridley Ruled Out for Week 8 Due to Hamstring Injury

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Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been officially ruled out for Sunday's road contest against the Indianapolis Colts. This marks another missed game for Ridley, who is sidelined due to a hamstring injury that also kept him out of last Sunday's game against the Patriots. Ridley did not participate in practice at all this week, confirming his unavailability for Week 8 and impacting the Titans' receiving corps.

Bengals Edge Rusher Trey Hendrickson Questionable for Week 8 Matchup Against Jets

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, potentially marking his return after missing last Thursday's win over Pittsburgh. Hendrickson was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday and Thursday but did not practice on Friday. Head coach Zac Taylor offered a "We'll see" regarding his availability. In six games this season, Hendrickson has recorded 4.0 sacks, three tackles for loss, and eight quarterback hits, making his potential return a boost for the Bengals' defense.

Falcons Running Back Tyler Allgeier Questionable for Week 8 Against Dolphins

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Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins due to hip and knee injuries. Allgeier participated in three limited practices this week, and there have been no indications that he is in significant danger of missing the game. Despite the questionable tag, he is expected to play in what is considered a favorable matchup. Fantasy managers and fans should check for his active status around 11:30 am ET on Sunday.

Kirk Cousins Poised to Start for Falcons if Michael Penix is Sidelined in Week 8

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is prepared to step in as the starter for Sunday's game against the Dolphins if Michael Penix, who is listed as questionable with ankle and knee injuries, is unable to play. Penix was limited in practice all week, and while his bone bruise is not serious, his availability is not guaranteed. Cousins remains on standby, ready to take the reins should Penix not receive the green light, providing an experienced option at quarterback.

Colts Punter Rigoberto Sanchez Sees Historic Low Usage Due to High-Powered Offense

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Indianapolis Colts punter Rigoberto Sanchez has experienced remarkably low usage this season, reflecting the historic efficiency of the Colts' offense. Through seven games, the Colts have punted just 12 times, averaging 1.7 punts per game, which stands as the lowest punts-per-game average in NFL history. At this pace, Indianapolis would punt only 29 times over a 17-game season, a feat only surpassed by the 1982 San Diego Chargers in a strike-shortened nine-game season. The Colts' success in avoiding punts is attributed to their NFL-high average of 24 first downs per game and their impressive 9-of-11 fourth-down conversion rate.

Omarion Hampton Still in Walking Boot, Unlikely to Return by Week 10

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Chargers running back Omarion Hampton is still in a walking boot as of Thursday night, according to The Athletic's Daniel Popper, indicating his ankle injury is persistent. While he is eligible to come off IR for Week 10, it appears unlikely he will be ready by then. This aligns with NFL Network's Mike Garafolo's earlier report that Hampton would likely miss more than the required four weeks. Current expectations suggest Hampton will remain sidelined through the Chargers' Week 12 bye. The rookie is still considered worth stashing in all fantasy leagues, with Kimani Vidal expected to continue as the lead back in his absence.

Kimani Vidal Expected to Continue as Chargers' Lead Back Amid Hampton's Injury

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Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal is expected to receive a few more games as the team's lead back. This comes as fellow running back Omarion Hampton continues to deal with an ankle injury, remaining in a walking boot and likely sidelined through the Chargers' Week 12 bye, making him unlikely to return by Week 10.

Kyle Dugger Questionable for Week 8 vs. Browns with Knee Injury

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Patriots safety Kyle Dugger is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns due to a knee injury. He was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, marking his addition to the injury report. Dugger has played 100 percent of New England's defensive snaps in the last two games, having moved back into a starting role for Week 6 after starting the first two games of the season. In all, Dugger has recorded 17 total tackles in 2025.

NFL Executive Denies League Office Assisted Officials on Jared Goff's Overturned Trick-Play TD

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Lions quarterback Jared Goff was at the center of a controversial play in the Week 6 game against the Chiefs, where a trick-play touchdown catch was overturned by an illegal motion penalty. While the call was deemed correct, a dispute arose regarding whether on-field officials received outside assistance, which would violate rules. Referee Craig Wrolstad denied assistance, but Lions coach Dan Campbell claimed he was told officials got help. NFL executive V.P. of football operations Troy Vincent, however, appeared on PFT Live and explicitly denied that the league office assisted in the call, stating, "It was not... We did not assist in that. We didn't have to." Vincent compared the delayed call to intentional grounding discussions.

Bryce Young Doubtful for Bills Game Due to Ankle Injury, Andy Dalton Set to Start

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is listed as doubtful to play against the Bills due to an ankle injury. The Panthers had described Young as "day-to-day" as recently as Monday, but his status has since deteriorated, putting Andy Dalton in line to start in his place for the upcoming game.

Andy Dalton Poised to Start for Panthers Against Bills as Bryce Young is Doubtful

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton is in line to start against the Bills due to Bryce Young's ankle injury. Young has been ruled doubtful for the upcoming game, making Dalton the likely starter for the Panthers.

Giants Running Back Cam Skattebo Fined for Concussion Protocol Violation

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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo has been fined $15,000 by the NFL for violating the league’s concussion protocol. The incident occurred on October 9, 2025, during an evaluation of rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart against the Philadelphia Eagles. Skattebo entered the blue sideline medical tent before Dart's examination was complete, an action that breached the protocol allowing only essential medical personnel. While the league found no evidence of interference with Dart's medical evaluation, his presence "created the perception that they were interfering with Dart’s exam," leading to the fine for conduct detrimental to the league.

Davante Adams Mentioned in Review of 2024 NFL Trade Deadline Deals

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Davante Adams was mentioned in a review of some of the biggest deals from the 2024 NFL trade deadline, specifically noting his trade to the Jets. The article generally discusses how being a seller at the trade deadline was often more advantageous than being a buyer in 2024, highlighting Adams' move as one of the significant transactions.