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The Buffalo Bills announced Friday that they have signed wide receiver Greg Dortch to the active roster from the practice squad. Dortch was elevated for the team's first two games, returning five punts for 46 yards and five kicks for 133 yards while playing limited offensive and special teams snaps. The signing came as a corresponding roster move after placing defensive back Jordan Hancock on injured reserve.
The Buffalo Bills placed defensive back Jordan Hancock on injured reserve Friday following a hamstring injury that kept him out of practice on Thursday and Friday. Hancock appeared in the first two games of the season, logging 13 defensive snaps, 42 special teams snaps, and totaling five tackles. In a corresponding roster move, the Bills signed wide receiver Greg Dortch to the active roster from the practice squad.
San Francisco 49ers rookie pass rusher Romello Height has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals after undergoing hand surgery earlier in the week for a broken hand. Height missed Friday's practice session entirely, adding to an extensive and unusual wave of defensive injuries for the 49ers that has sidelined multiple key linemen in the early portion of the 2026 NFL season.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Los Angeles Rams after being limited in practice all week with a foot injury. Mims missed last week's win over Jacksonville and is working to rejoin the active lineup. While the Broncos receive boosts with the returns of running backs J.K. Dobbins and R.J. Harvey, Mims' availability remains a game-time decision for the prime-time matchup.
Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey is off the final injury report and fully cleared to play in Sunday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Having missed last week's win over Jacksonville due to a hamstring injury, Harvey logged full practice sessions on Thursday and Friday. With fellow running back Jonah Coleman ruled out with an ankle injury, Harvey and J.K. Dobbins will command the primary backfield duties for Denver.
Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins is off the final injury report and carries no designation for Sunday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Having dealt with a hip issue earlier in the week, Dobbins was a full practice participant on Thursday and Friday alongside backfield teammate R.J. Harvey. With rookie Jonah Coleman ruled out due to an ankle injury, Dobbins and Harvey are positioned to handle primary rushing duties.
Denver Broncos rookie running back Jonah Coleman has been ruled out for Sunday night's game against the Los Angeles Rams after missing practice all week due to an ankle injury. Although spotted on the field Friday, Coleman did not participate. With Coleman sidelined, backfield duties will be handled by J.K. Dobbins and R.J. Harvey, leaving Coleman to focus on recovering and building a case for future role growth as the season progresses.
Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears was listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the New York Giants after returning to Friday's practice as a limited participant following a two-day absence due to an ankle injury. While his late-week return gives him a chance to play, teammate Tony Pollard's full participation points to Pollard handling the primary backfield workload in a Titans offense seeking a spark.
Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard progressed from a non-participant Wednesday to limited Thursday, and finally full participation Friday, clearing him of any injury designation for Sunday's home matchup against the New York Giants. Having recovered from an ankle issue, Pollard is expected to start and handle the majority of carries. His offensive workload receives an added boost with backfield mate Tyjae Spears listed as questionable for the contest.
The New England Patriots placed rookie outside linebacker Quintayvious Hutchins on injured reserve Friday afternoon. Hutchins had missed three consecutive practices due to a knee injury sustained during the 20-3 win over Pittsburgh and will now miss a minimum of four games. Drafted in the seventh round out of Boston College, the 23-year-old recorded three tackles across 16 defensive snaps in his first two games before joining New England's growing injury list.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Josh Simmons has been officially ruled out for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins due to a back injury. Simmons did not practice all week as he continues his recovery. In his absence, the Chiefs are once again set to start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle to protect quarterback Patrick Mahomes and anchor the offensive line.
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Mansoor Delane is off the injury report and fully set to play in Sunday's contest against the Miami Dolphins. Delane was a full participant in practice all week while recovering from a shoulder issue that previously limited him to emergency duty against the Colts after aggravating the injury during the Week 1 win over Denver. His return bolsters the Chiefs' secondary.
Undrafted rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson is once again set to start at left tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs as they face the Miami Dolphins. Benson steps into the starting role with veteran Josh Simmons officially ruled out due to a back injury that kept him sidelined from practice all week. The Chiefs' offensive line will lean on Benson to anchor the blind side in a crucial matchup.
Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys due to a toe injury. Although coach Jesse Minter indicated earlier in the day that Stanley would be a game-time decision, the veteran offensive lineman ultimately did not practice all week. His absence adds to the Ravens' frontline challenges as they look to secure a strong road victory in Rio de Janeiro.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers returned to Friday's practice as a limited participant, marking his first progress from a hamstring injury that sidelined him in Week 2. He is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Flowers opened the season catching five passes for 150 yards and a touchdown. Fantasy managers are advised to monitor his game status closely as the Ravens evaluate his readiness and potential snap count.
Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet could return to practice as soon as next week, according to head coach Mike Macdonald. Currently on the reserve/PUP list following a left ACL tear suffered in January, Charbonnet must miss the first four games but is eligible under new rules to begin practicing in Week 3, with the team taking a cautious recovery approach.
Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh revealed that the San Francisco 49ers were planning to select running back Cam Skattebo in the draft before the New York Giants took him right before San Francisco picked. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed mild frustration over former assistant coaches sharing internal team evaluation insights after leaving the organization, while acknowledging he loved Skattebo's talent prior to the draft.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Caleb Douglas has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs after missing practice all week with an ankle injury sustained in Week 2. Douglas leads the team with 113 receiving yards and is tied for the team lead with seven receptions. In his absence, rookies Chris Bell and Kevin Coleman, alongside Ryan Miller and Jalen Tolbert, are candidates to absorb extra snaps.
Miami Dolphins rookie receiver Chris Bell addressed concerns regarding his surgically repaired left knee, revealing that fluid and soreness became an issue recently. However, he confirmed he is feeling better and plans to play in Sunday's home opener against the Kansas City Chiefs. With Caleb Douglas ruled out, Bell could see an expanded role in Miami's offensive game plan.
Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price practiced all week, including a full workout on Friday, and is off the final injury report for Sunday’s game against Washington. Head coach Mike Macdonald noted Price received a ton of reps after exiting Week 2 with a chest injury. Price previously handled 13 of 20 RB carries and aims to continue his explosive start as his role expands.
