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Detroit Lions center Cade Mays is targeting a Week 7 return against the Green Bay Packers as he recovers from a fractured wrist suffered earlier this season. Mays was placed on the reserve/injured list to allow the injury to heal properly. The offensive lineman is optimistic about returning to full action once eligible, providing depth and starting capability to Detroit's interior line following his designated recovery period.
Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift recorded 84 rushing yards on 20 carries and added two catches for four yards in Monday's 27-7 win over his former team, the Philadelphia Eagles. Swift closed out the victory with several strong runs late in the fourth quarter, including a key 15-yard gain on fourth-and-1. Swift has now surpassed 80 rushing yards in two of his first three games this season, averaging 4.7 yards per carry heading into Week 4.
Chicago Bears starting quarterback Caleb Williams has been sidelined with a Grade 2 hamstring injury suffered during Week 2, forcing him to miss the first game of his professional career. Williams is expected to remain out for 3 to 4 weeks while undergoing rehabilitation. Veteran backup Case Keenum started in his place during Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles, guiding Chicago to a 27-7 victory, while Tyson Bagent serves as the team's QB2.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is traveling to London for Week 4 and will return to practice as he recovers from a left elbow dislocation suffered in Week 2 against Dallas. Having ruled out surgery following medical opinions from New York and L.A., Daniels is putting in the work to return. Through two games, Daniels has completed 29 of 51 passes for 260 yards and three touchdowns without an interception, alongside 100 rushing yards.
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh publicly challenged quarterback Justin Herbert to "be better" following an 0-3 start to the season. Herbert struggled during a 24-16 loss to the Buffalo Bills, completing 20 of 34 passes for 226 yards, one touchdown, and a pivotal fourth-quarter interception in the end zone. Through three games, Herbert has thrown four interceptions against three touchdowns with a 27.4 QBR and has gone just 1-for-12 on deep passes.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson orchestrated a dramatic final-seconds drive to secure a 34-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro. With seven seconds remaining, Jackson fired a 36.4-yard pass to Zay Flowers in 1.6 seconds—reaching an estimated 46 MPH—to set up Tyler Loop's game-winning 56-yard field goal. Jackson's late heroics capped off a historic international win, capitalizing on coverage breakdowns in the Cowboys secondary.
Trevor Lawrence took a knee at the 1-yard line instead of scoring a touchdown with nine minutes left against the Patriots, admitting he was trying to bleed clock and calling the controversial choice a mistake and not his best decision. Meanwhile, as his red-hot offense prepares to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4 as 2.5-point underdogs, Lawrence is coming off a dominant performance where Jacksonville's defense forced three turnovers against New England.
New York Giants star pass rusher and defensive captain Brian Burns suffered a torn ACL in his right knee during a Week 3 win over the Titans, requiring season-ending surgery. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed the diagnosis after initial evaluations, expressing deep emotional disappointment over losing the defensive leader who recorded 16.5 sacks last season. His absence leaves a massive void in the Giants' pass rush rotation alongside the recent loss of quarterback Jaxson Dart.
Chicago Bears left tackle Braxton Jones is questionable to return after suffering a third-quarter knee injury against the Philadelphia Eagles. Jones was injured when his right leg buckled inward during a bull rush by Jonathan Greenard, requiring assistance off the field before heading to the training room for further evaluation. Theo Benedet stepped in to replace Jones at left tackle with Ozzy Trapilo inactive for the contest.
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jaylen Watson suffered a dislocated right shoulder during Sunday's loss to the Denver Broncos. While head coach Sean McVay announced Watson will miss multiple games—including a Week 4 matchup against Philadelphia—the Rams do not plan to place him on injured reserve, allowing him to return sooner. Research suggests a nonsurgical recovery takes 4 to 6 weeks, and teammate Trent McDuffie confirmed Watson is expected back this season.
Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Andy Dalton stepped in for four plays against the Chicago Bears after starter Jalen Hurts was sent to the sideline for a concussion evaluation. Dalton led the offense into the red zone but threw a costly interception to rookie safety Dillon Thieneman in the end zone, wiping out a potential scoring drive as the Bears maintained their lead. Coach Nick Sirianni acknowledged the frustration while emphasizing player safety protocols.
Los Angeles Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson suffered a medial ankle sprain during Sunday night's loss to the Denver Broncos, limiting his action to just 26% of offensive snaps. Head coach Sean McVay confirmed that Ferguson is likely to miss the upcoming Week 4 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Teammate Tyler Higbee is expected to step into an expanded role in his absence after posting a strong performance following the injury alongside day-to-day teammate Colby Parkinson.
Chicago Bears rookie safety Dillon Thieneman secured his first career interception during Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, picking off backup quarterback Andy Dalton in the end zone. The clutch red-zone turnover preserved the Bears' 7-0 lead and erased a scoring opportunity for Philadelphia after starting quarterback Jalen Hurts was momentarily sidelined for a concussion check following a late hit.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman returned from a one-game absence due to a foot injury to catch two passes on five targets for 16 yards in a 30-27 win over the Bengals. Despite the low offensive output, Pittman played 45 of 62 offensive snaps—second-most among team wide receivers behind DK Metcalf—and heads into Thursday's matchup against the Browns with a 5-74-0 receiving line across two regular-season games.
Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price faces mounting pressure after a difficult Week 3 outing against Washington where he managed just 15 yards on five carries and seven yards on a catch following an early fumble. Despite losing a fumble for the second consecutive week, head coach Mike Macdonald stated the team retains full trust in the first-round pick, who must focus on taking care of the ball as he works to secure his role.
Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list with a knee injury and must miss at least one more game, but he is eligible to return to practice this week. Head coach Mike Macdonald noted that a final decision on opening his 21-day practice window will be reached shortly. Charbonnet's eventual return aims to spark a struggling run game that managed just 44 yards on 18 carries against Washington.
Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver Denzel Boston caught two passes for 41 yards and added a crucial two-point conversion in the fourth quarter of a 21-18 win over the Panthers. Boston was held without a catch until the final frame before connecting with Deshaun Watson on 28- and 13-yard receptions to extend the lead. He takes a 9-195-2 receiving line into an upcoming AFC North showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Seattle Seahawks safety Ty Okada has missed all three games of the season due to a lingering hamstring injury, but head coach Mike Macdonald indicated a possibility that he could return to practice this week. Okada's potential return would provide a welcome depth boost to the secondary as Rodney Thomas II has continued to start games in his absence alongside the recovering Julian Love.
Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love is considered day-to-day after missing Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals due to a calf injury suffered in practice on September 24. Head coach Mike Macdonald reported that Love did extensive work in practice on Monday, signaling a possible return to action soon. AJ Finley made his first career NFL start in place of Love during the team's latest outing.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan is expected to miss 6 to 8 weeks after suffering a left PCL sprain during Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings. McMillan, who is currently seeking a second opinion on the injury, originally dealt with a pre-existing knee issue during training camp. This latest setback continues a frustrating run of injuries for the 2024 third-round pick, who has been held without a reception on one target this season.
