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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.
Pittsburgh Steelers veteran cornerback Jalen Ramsey did not participate in Wednesday's practice, receiving a planned rest day from the coaching staff. Ramsey joins a handful of teammates on the injury and absence report as the Steelers begin their on-field preparations for an upcoming matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle is sidelined from practice Wednesday and was seen wearing a walking boot on his right foot due to a toe injury. Dowdle exited Sunday's 20-3 loss to the Patriots in the second half. With fellow back Jaylen Warren also absent from full participation, Dowdle will need to return to practice by Friday to have a realistic chance of playing against the Bengals.
Ahead of Sunday's matchup between the New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars, former Titans head coach Mike Vrabell praised Trevor Lawrence's maturity, decisiveness, and ball security. Vrabel noted that Lawrence has successfully minimized the turnovers that plagued his earlier career while continuing to damage opposing defenses with both his arm and his dangerous scrambling ability.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that running back Zach Charbonnet (knee) will not have his practice window opened this week. Charbonnet began the season on the reserve/PUP list while recovering from a left ACL tear sustained in the divisional playoffs on Jan. 17. Though eligible to practice starting in Week 3, the team is taking a cautious approach, leaving backfield duties to Jadarian Price, Emanuel Wilson, and George Holani.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has no game status on the final injury report, confirming he has recovered from the oblique injury that sidelined him before the season opener and is available to play. Head coach Kevin Stefanski noted that Tagovailoa is trending toward serving as the backup quarterback behind Michael Penix Jr. for Thursday night's game against the Green Bay Packers.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai was absent during the media-open portion of Wednesday's practice due to undisclosed lower-body issues. Monangai has battled knee and hamstring concerns dating back to training camp but has successfully played through them in the first two games. Saturday's injury report will determine his availability for Monday Night Football against Philadelphia.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed has been officially ruled out for Thursday's game against the Falcons due to a neck injury. Reed was carted off the field on a backboard during Sunday's win over the Jets. Coach Matt LaFleur stated it is too early to determine if Reed will miss further time as he undergoes additional medical evaluations in Green Bay.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was listed as a limited participant during Wednesday's practice due to an undisclosed shoulder issue. Although he was present at the session, his limited status comes alongside teammate Rico Dowdle's toe injury. Warren appears to be trending in the right direction and may be tabbed for increased backfield work against the Cincinnati Bengals if Dowdle remains unable to play.
In a corresponding roster move following cornerback Will Johnson's placement on injured reserve, the Arizona Cardinals signed cornerback Starling Thomas V to the active roster from the practice squad. Thomas joins the team in Tempe as the Cardinals seek to shore up their secondary depth following Johnson's season-threatening neck injury sustained against Seattle.
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Will Johnson has been placed on injured reserve and could miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a neck injury sustained in Week 2 against the Seahawks. A 2025 second-round pick, Johnson started both games this season, recording eight tackles and a fumble recovery. The Cardinals signed cornerback Starling Thomas off the practice squad in a corresponding roster move.
