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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is expected to serve as the team's workhorse for Thursday night's matchup against the Cleveland Browns while teammate Rico Dowdle remains sidelined with a toe injury. Warren dominated backfield duties this past weekend, commanding a 90% snap rate along with 20 carries and 4 targets, positioning him as a strong fantasy option inside the top-12 running backs for Week 4 rankings.
Free agent guard Kevin Zeitler visited the Green Bay Packers on Tuesday as the team seeks solutions for their struggling offensive line. Zeitler, a Pro Bowler in 2023 with Baltimore and a Milwaukee native, has made 213 career NFL starts and spent the last two years with Detroit and Tennessee. The Packers face roster constraints due to recent guarantees made to Laken Tomlinson, but retain two open practice squad spots to potentially facilitate a deal.
Following the release of wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and placing Brian Burns on injured reserve, the New York Giants signed wide receiver Charlie Jones off the practice squad to their 53-man roster. Jones played in 33 games for the Bengals over the last three seasons, recording three touchdowns as a returner—one on a punt return and two on kickoff returns—while contributing in a limited capacity on offense.
New York Giants star edge rusher Brian Burns has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL, a devastating blow confirmed by head coach John Harbaugh. Burns, who recorded 16.5 sacks last season, served as the emotional heartbeat of the defense. The Giants officially placed him on injured reserve while signing wide receivers Braxton Berrios and Charlie Jones from the practice squad following Odell Beckham Jr.'s release.
The Minnesota Vikings signed former New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal to a contract to bolster their backfield depth. Just 23 years old and a fifth-round pick last year, Neal totaled 310 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie before being waived off injured reserve in September. He joins a thin Minnesota running back room featuring Aaron Jones Sr. and DeeJay Dallas as the team navigates injuries to Jordan Mason and rookie Demond Claiborne.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a series of roster adjustments on Tuesday afternoon, including the release of running back Jerome Ford from the practice squad. Ford was waived alongside fellow running back Jaret Patterson and defensive lineman Jonathan Harris as the coaching staff restructures their practice squad depth. These moves coincide with active roster promotions and the acquisition of former Saints running back Devin Neal.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday, which included releasing running back Jaret Patterson from the practice squad alongside Jerome Ford and defensive lineman Jonathan Harris. The transactions come as the team makes room for active roster promotions and backfield additions like Devin Neal, seeking to reshuffle depth pieces behind their primary running backs following recent injuries across the offensive unit.
Following the departure of J.J. McCarthy, the Minnesota Vikings signed quarterback Max Brosmer from the practice squad to their 53-man roster, as announced alongside the signing of LB Kyle Van Noy. Brosmer will serve as the emergency third quarterback behind starter Kyler Murray and backup Carson Wentz. The undrafted second-year pro appeared in seven games as a rookie, and the 3-0 Vikings prepare to host the Miami Dolphins in Week 4.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce came alive in the fourth quarter of a Week 3 win over the New Orleans Saints, recording a pivotal strip-sack that led to a touchdown and a quarterback hit resulting in an interception. Koonce finished with six pressures on 21 pass-rush snaps, earning high marks from Pro Football Focus. His stellar performance in the trenches showcased exceptional speed-to-power moves and strong run-stopping fundamentals.
Following a 33-31 loss to the Washington Commanders, the Seattle Seahawks made adjustments on Tryout Tuesday by signing defensive tackle Gary Smith III to the practice squad, releasing nose tackle Uso Seumalo. Smith was college teammates with Jake Bobo at Duke for the 2020 and 2021 seasons before both transferred to UCLA for the 2022 season alongside Zach Charbonnet. Smith went undrafted this spring and spent training camp with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Veteran defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis returned to the Buffalo Bills' active roster after serving a three-week suspension, though he was subsequently released to be signed back to the practice squad as a vested veteran without clearing waivers. Coach Jim Leonhard integrates him while rookie DeWayne Carter excels. The move preserves roster flexibility without needing to place rookie guard Ar'maj Reed-Adams on injured reserve or release other key contributors.
Minnesota Vikings tight end Josh Oliver was placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn biceps while blocking on a field-goal attempt during Sunday's game. To fill roster needs, the Vikings promoted outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy and quarterback Max Brosmer from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster. Additionally, Jeshaun Jones returned from a three-game suspension, punter Johnny Hekker's contract was terminated, and other practice squad adjustments were made.
The Minnesota Vikings signed outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy and quarterback Max Brosmer from the practice squad to their 53-man active roster. Van Noy joined Minnesota before the season and was elevated for the first three games, totaling seven tackles, four for loss, and 1.5 sacks. Additionally, the Vikings placed tight end Josh Oliver on injured reserve with a torn biceps, welcomed back Jeshaun Jones from suspension, and terminated punter Johnny Hekker's contract.
Veteran center Graham Glasgow earned a tryout with the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday alongside Kingsley Eguakun. Glasgow, a 10-year veteran who started 14 games for the Detroit Lions last year before being cut for salary cap reasons, is currently a free agent. The Ravens are searching for interior offensive line depth following long-term injuries to centers Danny Pinter, Jovaughn Gwyn, and Ethan Pocic during the preseason and Week 3 action.
The Carolina Panthers signed guard Torricelli Simpkins off their practice squad to the 53-man roster to provide immediate offensive line depth while Damien Lewis is sidelined with an elbow UCL injury. Simpkins signed with Carolina ahead of the regular season after playing 15 games and starting twice for the Saints last year. In corresponding moves, the Panthers waived linebacker Maema Njongmeta and made other practice squad additions and releases.
Carolina Panthers left guard Damien Lewis will miss Sunday's game due to a UCL elbow injury and is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks, per Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport. However, he could miss just a single game because the Panthers have a Week 5 bye. Head coach Dave Canales noted imaging is being conducted, factoring the upcoming bye week into his return-to-play timeline. The Panthers signed G Torricelli Simpkins off the practice squad for depth.
Running back Austin Ekeler has officially re-signed with the Washington Commanders on a 53-man roster deal after receiving interest from the Carolina Panthers for a practice squad spot. Ekeler suffered an Achilles tendon injury in Week 2 of last season that ended his year and threatened his career. The deal had been in the works before Rachaad White dealt with a shoulder issue on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Commanders placed LB Leo Chenal and OLB Marvin Jones Jr. on injured lists.
Eagles backup quarterback Andy Dalton threw a costly red-zone interception during Monday night's 27-7 loss to the Chicago Bears while starter Jalen Hurts was temporarily sidelined for a mandatory concussion evaluation. The turnover wiped out a prime scoring opportunity when the Eagles were trailing 7-0. Hurts expressed frustration that his clearance protocol wasn't expedited faster, as he felt fine and was forced to watch from the sidelines as the drive stalled without points.
Jalen Hurts finished 16-of-25 for 153 yards, an interception, and a rushing TD in a 27-7 loss to Chicago. Hurts briefly exited for a concussion check after a hit from D'Marco Jackson, expressing frustration that the protocol wasn't expedited since he felt fine. While backup Andy Dalton threw an interception on the ensuing play, coach Nick Sirianni expressed remorse for an emotional sideline outburst, and Hurts took responsibility for the offense's struggles.
The New York Jets signed kicker Jason Sanders to the active roster after he served as a practice squad elevation for each of the first three games. Sanders leads the team with 20 points, connecting on 5-of-6 field goal attempts, including makes from 52, 51, 33, 32, and 42 yards. In corresponding roster moves, the Jets waived kicker Blake Grupe and cornerback Jordan Clark while adding offensive linemen Nick Dawkins and Jimmy Morrissey to the practice squad.
