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Miami Dolphins defensive end Chop Robinson has officially cleared the NFL concussion protocol, he announced to reporters on Thursday. Following his clearance, Robinson is expected to wear a Guardian Cap as he prepares to return to game action and help bolster the Dolphins' defensive front for their upcoming matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins missed his fifth consecutive practice on Thursday as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury sustained last Wednesday. Having already missed Week 2 against the Bengals, Collins is trending toward missing Sunday's matchup against the Colts unless he participates in practice on Friday. The Texans will release official injury designations on Friday afternoon, with Collins' availability currently looking like a long shot.
New England Patriots rookie tight end Eli Raridon sat out Thursday's practice due to a thigh injury that prevented him from finishing last weekend's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Raridon had recently earned his first career start and hauled in one reception for 30 yards. His absence adds to a sidelined group in Foxborough that includes Dre’Mont Jones, Quintayvious Hutchins, and Craig Woodson ahead of Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai did not practice on Thursday after being listed as a DNP due to a knee injury. Monangai previously missed time in August with a hyperextended knee and dealt with a hamstring issue during Week 2 prep. Through two games, he has accrued 24 touches for 182 yards from scrimmage and a rushing touchdown, and his potential absence would turn D'Andre Swift into a heavy workhorse against Philadelphia.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Caleb Douglas (ankle) was not present at the open portion of Thursday's practice, David Furones reports. Douglas is set to miss a second consecutive session to begin Week 3 prep due to the ankle injury that knocked him out of the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss to San Francisco. Meanwhile, teammate Chris Bell mixed into some drills, showing the two rookie wideouts trending in opposite directions ahead of Sunday's game versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Cobie Durant (hamstring) did not participate in practice and has been ruled out from traveling to Rio de Janeiro for the team's upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens. Durant joins several key defensive teammates on the sidelines, including P.J. Locke and Malik Hooker, presenting significant depth challenges for the Cowboys secondary as they prepare for international competition.
Dallas Cowboys safety P.J. Locke (foot) has been ruled out and will not travel with the team to Rio de Janeiro for their upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Locke missed practice alongside teammates Cobie Durant, Malik Hooker, and DeMarvion Overshown, leaving the Cowboys defense heavily depleted in the secondary as they attempt to limit explosive plays from a dangerous opponent.
New York Giants pass rusher Brian Burns missed practice for the second consecutive day due to a sprained ankle and is considered a long shot to play in Sunday's matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Burns' absence compounds a mounting list of health concerns for the Giants alongside quarterback Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, forcing head coach John Harbaugh and his staff to navigate severe roster depth issues early in the season without their top defensive leader.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a foot injury, marking consecutive limited sessions after he sat out Week 2 against the Patriots. Pittman has one final chance to upgrade to full participation before the Steelers release official game statuses for Sunday's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. He led the team with 58 receiving yards in his Steelers debut against Atlanta in Week 1.
Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (knee) missed his second consecutive practice ahead of the team's matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Head coach Zac Taylor characterized the absence as "load management" to give the veteran rest. Allen has been a crucial component of the Bengals' defensive front, and his status remains worth monitoring as the team prepares for their first AFC North contest of the 2026 season.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle remained out of uniform and missed practice Thursday due to a toe injury. Although he took a positive step by shedding his walking boot, his status for Sunday's matchup against the Bengals remains murky since he has yet to practice this week. If Dowdle is forced to sit out, teammate Jaylen Warren would be in line to lead the Pittsburgh backfield alongside change-of-pace option Eli Heidenreich.
Running back Nick Chubb is set to hang up his cleats and retire in Cleveland by signing a ceremonial one-day contract with the Browns, the franchise that originally drafted him. Chubb concludes his notable NFL career as an iconic figure in Cleveland, celebrated by fans and the organization for his relentless rushing style and impact on the franchise over his standout seasons.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren participated in Thursday's practice on a limited basis while dealing with a shoulder injury. With backfield mate Rico Dowdle remaining sidelined by a toe injury and missing practice entirely, Warren could be in line for an expanded workload and a busy day if Dowdle is ultimately unable to play against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday in a critical AFC North divisional matchup.
New England Patriots linebacker Dre'Mont Jones missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday due to a shoulder injury. Jones was held out alongside safety Craig Woodson as the team prepares for a weekend matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Patriots are scheduled to release their final injury designations following Friday's practice session.
New England Patriots safety Craig Woodson missed practice for the second consecutive day due to a shoulder injury. Woodson remains sidelined alongside linebacker Dre'Mont Jones, who is also dealing with a shoulder issue. The Patriots will evaluate their roster health and issue official injury designations for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars following Friday's practice session.
Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to an unspecified personal matter rather than an injury. If Judkins returns to full participation on Friday, he is expected to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers, anchoring a backfield alongside Raheim Sanders and Jaleel McLaughlin with Dylan Sampson currently on injured reserve.
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers received encouraging X-ray results on his right shoulder and practiced in full on Thursday after getting hurt in Monday's loss to the Rams. Nabers is on track to play Sunday against the Titans, though he will catch passes from Jameis Winston instead of the injured Jaxson Dart for the rest of the regular season. He carries some re-injury risk after his shoulder popped out, adding to his ongoing recovery from a previous right knee issue.
Kansas City Chiefs safety Chamarri Conner was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day as he recovers from a knee injury. Head coach Andy Reid noted that the training staff plans to ease Conner back into the mix ahead of Sunday's road game against the Miami Dolphins, while other key players like Chris Jones and L'Jarius Sneed also manage limited practice reps.
New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne was limited in practice for the second straight day Thursday due to a hamstring injury. Etienne is operating under practice restrictions with just one final session remaining before the Saints issue game designations for Sunday's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. With fellow running back Kendre Miller sidelined by an illness, Alvin Kamara and CJ Donaldson remain the primary healthy options in the backfield.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has been officially ruled out and will not travel with the team to Brazil for Sunday's game against the Ravens due to a hamstring injury. Overshown missed practice all week alongside safety Malik Hooker, cornerback Cobie Durant, and safety P.J. Locke, all of whom were similarly ruled out due to injuries sustained early in the season.
