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New England Patriots captain Brenden Schooler took part in Wednesday’s practice after sitting out training camp on the non-football injury list, opening his 21-day practice window at the earliest possible date. Schooler will remain on the reserve/NFI list through Week 4, setting the stage for a potential roster activation ahead of a Week 5 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders to reinforce safety and special teams depth.
The New England Patriots promoted outside linebacker Jose Ramirez from the practice squad to the 53-man roster on Wednesday. The move comes as safety Dell Pettus was placed on injured reserve, coupled with edge depth concerns surrounding Dre’Mont Jones and Quintayvious Hutchins. Head coach Mike Vrabel praised Ramirez's consistent improvement during practice as the team prepares to face the Jacksonville Jaguars.
New England Patriots safety Dell Pettus was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday after sustaining an ankle injury on special teams during a Week 2 win over the Steelers. Pettus will miss a minimum of four games, ending a streak of 36 consecutive appearances. In a corresponding move, the Patriots promoted outside linebacker Jose Ramirez to the active roster to reinforce depth ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The San Francisco 49ers placed defensive lineman C.J. West on injured reserve on Wednesday. West is set to undergo surgery for a bone chip in his knee and will miss a chunk of the season. He started each of the first two games, recording five total tackles. To help offset his absence and maintain defensive line depth, the 49ers signed veteran Naquan Jones off the Minnesota Vikings practice squad.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round pick Rueben Bain missed the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday due to a groin injury suffered in last Sunday's loss to the Browns. The linebacker, who also dealt with a shoulder injury this summer, has recorded one tackle on 76 snaps so far this season. He joins Anthony Nelson and Josiah Trotter on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity as he approaches his 2026 season debut. Bowers missed the first two games following a Sept. 8 meniscus trim in his left knee. ESPN reports the team expects no major snap limitations for Sunday's game against the Saints, provided he avoids any late setbacks.
Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Anthony Campbell is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Atlanta Falcons due to an ankle injury. Campbell was a limited participant in both walkthrough practices this week as the Packers manage severe depth issues along their defensive front.
Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Eric Johnson II stands as a primary candidate to be called up from the practice squad for Thursday Night Football against the Falcons. With multiple Packers defensive linemen battling injuries and questionable designations, Johnson provides essential depth in Green Bay's 3-4 defensive scheme.
Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Javon Hargrave is listed as questionable for Thursday night's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons due to knee and concussion issues. Hargrave was a limited participant in walkthroughs after missing the team's Week 2 victory over the Jets. His potential return is vital for a banged-up Green Bay defensive line dealing with multiple injuries.
Miami Dolphins edge rusher Chop Robinson returned to full participation in Wednesday's practice after being diagnosed with a concussion last week. Robinson's full clearance puts him on track to play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs as the Dolphins look to secure their first team sack of the 2026 NFL season.
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice with conditioning listed as the reason for his restriction. Porter missed all of training camp and Week 1 with a back injury, and his ongoing limited status continues to fuel speculation about his contract situation as the Steelers prepare to face the Bengals.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins anchors the team's passing attack alongside Ja'Marr Chase as the offense navigates injuries. With primary No. 3 wideout Andrei Iosivas sidelined on injured reserve for at least four weeks with a thumb ligament tear, Higgins's role and production take on heightened importance while younger backups compete for vacant snaps.
Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase remains the centerpiece of the passing attack as the team adjusts its roster following Andrei Iosivas's move to injured reserve. With Iosivas sidelined for several weeks due to a torn thumb ligament, the Bengals' depth will be tested, placing even greater emphasis on Chase's production alongside fellow receiver Tee Higgins.
Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, marking his first time participating in team drills in over a year after suffering a neck injury in Week 2 of the 2025 season. Madubuike was limited and inactive through the first two weeks of the current season but is tracking toward a potential return.
Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to a back injury. However, head coach Andy Reid reassured reporters during his press conference that Simmons is making positive progress in his recovery as the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
Kansas City Chiefs rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane was a full participant in Wednesday's practice as he recovers from a shoulder injury aggravated after an interception in Week 1. Delane was active for emergency situations on Sunday but did not play, and his full participation on Wednesday puts him in a strong position to play against the Dolphins.
The Los Angeles Rams placed running back Ronnie Rivers on injured reserve following a calf injury suffered in Monday night's win over the Giants. Rivers recorded five carries for 19 yards and one catch for five yards over the first two games of the season. Having been with the team since 2022, his absence led the Rams to sign safety Maximus Pulley off the Eagles' practice squad.
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a thumb issue. Meyers has been managed carefully in practice for much of the season due to the injury, though it has not prevented him from playing on Sundays. The Jaguars expect to continue monitoring him ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb did not participate in Wednesday's practice session, with the team listing a personal matter as the reason for his absence. Holcomb joins a group of sidelined teammates as the Steelers kick off their weekly game preparations.
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean was sidelined from Wednesday's practice session due to an ankle injury. Dean's absence comes as the Steelers deal with a mounting list of DNPs and limited participants on their initial injury report ahead of their weekend game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
