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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is featured as a chase card in the weekly Yahoo Fantasy x Arena Club digital slab packs. Mahomes put to bed any doubts about his recovery from knee surgery by throwing for 382 yards in Week 2, his highest single-game total since 2023. Collectors can digitally rip virtual packs containing graded real cards on the Arena Club platform throughout the 2026 NFL season.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is on a strong track to return for Sunday's game against the Commanders after missing one game with a right glute injury. Darnold stated he is feeling good and advanced from limited work Wednesday to handling every on-field rep as a full participant Thursday. Head coach Mike Macdonald will evaluate Friday's practice before officially naming a starter between Darnold and Drew Lock.
Los Angeles Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson (ankle) practiced fully on Thursday, indicating his Wednesday limited session stemmed from a minor issue. With his health cleared, Ferguson is positioned to serve as a primary option in the passing game against Denver, especially with Puka Nacua dealing with a hip injury. Ferguson is coming off a productive outing against the Giants where he hauled in six catches for 54 yards and a touchdown.
Following best friend Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo expressed deep emotional support while voicing total confidence in Jameis Winston to lead the offense. Skattebo expects an expanded workload in the ground game and passing attack for Sunday's contest against the Titans, having already recorded 30 rushes for 117 yards and a touchdown this year alongside teammates Najee Harris, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary.
Jameis Winston is set to start at quarterback for the New York Giants following Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury. Voted team captain, Winston is working closely with coordinator Matt Nagy to revise the playbook around his strengths, emphasizing ball security and timing after a difficult relief appearance against the Rams. Nagy and the Giants look to lean on a run-heavy attack featuring Cam Skattebo as they prepare for a Week 3 matchup against the Titans.
San Francisco 49ers star edge rusher Nick Bosa was added to Thursday's injury report and did not participate due to a calf issue. Bosa previously managed a knee injury coming off his season-ending knee surgery. Head coach Kyle Shanahan is expected to provide further updates on Friday as the team takes a cautious approach with their premier defensive player ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Denver Broncos rookie running back Jonah Coleman (ankle) was spotted on the field but remained a non-participant for Thursday's practice session after being sidelined Wednesday. Coleman's game-day availability is now in doubt as he deals with the injury sustained Sunday. He joins backfield mates J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey on the Week 3 report as the Broncos prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams.
Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins (hip) was a full participant on Thursday's injury report after opening Week 3 preparation as limited on Wednesday. Dobbins sustained an apparent hamstring injury in Sunday's win over Jacksonville, but with his full session Thursday alongside returning teammate RJ Harvey, he is fully on track to play against the Los Angeles Rams.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (hip) missed his second straight practice on Thursday but was seen running on a side field. Ian Rapoport reported Evans still has a "good chance" to play in Week 3 against the Cardinals. The team is taking a cautious approach, and while he may not require practice reps to be available on game days, his final injury report status will confirm his availability.
Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price (chest) was limited in practice for the second consecutive day on Thursday after picking up the injury in the fourth quarter of Week 2's win at Arizona. Price may need to upgrade to full participation Friday to avoid a game status designation ahead of Sunday's visit to Washington. Emanuel Wilson and George Holani stand ready in Seattle's backfield if Price is limited.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent did not practice on Thursday as he continues through the league's concussion protocol. With fellow quarterback Caleb Williams also sidelined by a hamstring injury, both signal-callers are considered unlikely to play Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles, leaving 38-year-old third-stringer Case Keenum as the sole healthy and available quarterback on the active roster.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sustained a hamstring injury in the fourth quarter of a Week 2 loss to the Vikings and was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's estimated practice report. Listed as week-to-week, his availability for Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles is highly uncertain, leaving backup Tyson Bagent also sidelined and veteran Case Keenum as the sole healthy quarterback active on the active roster.
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II is gearing up for a marquee prime-time individual duel against Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams on Sunday Night Football. Surtain acknowledged the strong competition from his past battles against Adams, noting he looks forward to the challenge. Surtain anchors a Broncos secondary that has excelled defensively against opposing passing attacks heading into Week 3.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams prepares for a high-profile individual showdown against Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II for Sunday Night Football. Adams has historically posted massive stat lines against Denver, including 16 catches for 242 yards and two touchdowns in 2022, though Surtain has increasingly locked down opposing top wideouts in recent seasons. Adams remains a focal point of the Rams' veteran offense.
Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey (hamstring) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's injury report. Harvey missed Week 2 due to the hamstring injury but got in limited practice Wednesday and a full session Thursday, setting him up to return Sunday against the Rams. With teammate Jonah Coleman sidelined, Harvey is on track to share backfield snaps with J.K. Dobbins.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (ankle) missed Thursday's practice after being limited on Wednesday. Coker is fighting through a lingering ankle issue that previously limited him before he secured eight of nine targets for 66 yards against Atlanta. As Carolina's leading receiver with 16 receptions, 204 yards, and two touchdowns, his status will be closely monitored on Friday's final report.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (knee) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice following an MCL sprain suffered in Sunday's win over Tennessee. While he is expected to miss multiple games, reports indicate he should avoid injured reserve and aim for a Week 6 return. Johnny Mundt, E.J. Jenkins, and practice squad addition Zach Ertz are expected to step in to man the tight end position while he is sidelined.
Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (ankle) returned to a limited practice Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session. Pollard has totaled 21 carries for 99 yards over 55 offensive snaps this season. His return is a positive sign heading into Week 3 against the Giants, especially with backfield teammate Tyjae Spears absent from the open portion of practice with his own ankle issue. Friday's session will determine Pollard's final availability.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. remained limited in practice on Thursday as he continues to manage a foot injury. Mims is working through the injury designation during Week 3 preparation as the Broncos ready themselves for a high-profile Sunday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams at Empower Field at Mile High.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Billy Bowman Jr. is active for Thursday Night Football against Green Bay, making his 2026 season debut. Bowman was listed as questionable with the Achilles injury that ended his 2025 campaign in a Week 12 practice. The Falcons urgently need his presence this week with starting corner A.J. Terrell Jr. sidelined on injured reserve due to a groin injury.
