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The Philadelphia Eagles have released veteran quarterback Andy Dalton to free up a roster spot amidst widespread team injuries ahead of Sunday's game against Jacksonville in London. Dalton lost his primary backup role to Tanner McKee after throwing an interception in Week 3. Reports indicate the roster move does not preclude Dalton from potentially returning to the Eagles' practice squad or active roster.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle was limited in practice all week due to a toe injury and is officially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, threatening a potential return from a two-game absence. Despite the questionable tag, running backs coach Ramon Chinyoung spoke positively about his availability. However, Jaylen Warren is still expected to lead the Steelers backfield regardless of Dowdle's active status.
Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney carries no injury designation and is set to play Sunday despite not participating in Friday's practice session due to a knee injury and scheduled rest. Clowney joins fully participating teammates Azeez Al-Shaair and Will Anderson Jr. on a mostly healthy defensive front for the Texans.
Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. has been cleared and will play in Sunday's contest after fully practicing on Friday. Anderson managed an ankle issue earlier in the week but successfully avoided any game designation, returning alongside Azeez Al-Shaair and Jadeveon Clowney to anchor the defensive front.
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has no injury designation and will play in Sunday's matchup after fully participating in Friday's practice session. Al-Shaair had been managing a groin injury earlier in the week but cleared all protocols alongside teammate Will Anderson Jr. to bolster the Texans' defense.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers due to a turf toe and thumb injury. After visiting a toe specialist, he was spotted in a walking boot and is considered week-to-week by head coach Ben Johnson, though injured reserve is not an option. His absence opens an expanded offensive role and massive workload for D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson against Green Bay.
Wide receiver Darius Cooper is slated to handle an expanded role for the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday's matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With DeVonta Smith and Hollywood Brown sidelined by injuries, Cooper will form the top tier of active wide receivers alongside Dontayvion Wicks and Makai Lemon in the undermanned Eagles offense.
Rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon is positioned for primary pass-catching responsibilities for the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday's London game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With offensive stars Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith ruled out alongside Hollywood Brown due to injuries, Lemon will share primary receiver duties alongside Dontayvion Wicks and Darius Cooper.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks is on track to play Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars without an official game designation. Wicks suffered a hamstring injury during Thursday's practice session and was limited on reports, but head coach Nick Sirianni praised his toughness after a limited Friday session. He will serve alongside Makai Lemon and Darius Cooper as a top wide receiver.
Running back Dameon Pierce is on hand for backfield repetitions for the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday's matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Elevated from the practice squad alongside Carson Steele, Pierce will support Will Shipley out of the backfield with star running back Saquon Barkley ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III is putting together one of the best four-game stretches to begin a season in two decades, leading the NFL with 537 rushing yards and 621 yards from scrimmage. Walker has forced heavy reliance amid passing game injuries to Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice. He has recorded six carries of 20-plus yards and 267 rushing yards after contact, approaching his 100th touch of the season.
Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears due to an ankle injury. To compensate for his absence, the Packers elevated running back Pierre Strong from the practice squad earlier in the week to join MarShawn Lloyd and Kaleb Johnson in the active backfield rotation.
Green Bay Packers running back Kaleb Johnson is set to feature in the team's backfield rotation for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. With Chris Brooks ruled out due to an ankle injury, Johnson will share backfield duties alongside MarShawn Lloyd and recently elevated practice squad running back Pierre Strong.
Green Bay Packers running back Pierre Strong was elevated from the practice squad earlier this week following an ankle injury to Chris Brooks that ruled him out for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears. Strong will join MarShawn Lloyd and Kaleb Johnson in a backfield rotation as the Packers prepare to face their divisional rivals.
The San Francisco 49ers announced the release of veteran defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday. Okoronkwo played four games this season with one start, registering two tackles and a sack. Over his eight-year career spanning stints with the Rams, Texans, Browns, and Eagles, the 31-year-old has totaled 134 tackles and 18 sacks.
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch has been officially ruled out for Week 5 against the Arizona Cardinals, according to head coach Dan Campbell. Although Branch returned to practice Wednesday following a 10-month recovery from an Achilles injury and looked great, coaches feel playing this week is too early. The team is targeting a more realistic return for their Week 7 matchup against the Packers following their upcoming bye week.
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is questionable for Sunday's game against New England after being downgraded to limited with a new foot injury and missing Friday's practice alongside an ongoing ankle issue. Coach Klint Kubiak noted Jeanty is slated to travel and will do his best to go. If sidelined, rookie Mike Washington Jr. will be positioned for a start and a large workload. Jeanty has rushed for 264 yards and two touchdowns this season.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs is set to feature prominently in the team's passing attack for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Downs will join Keenan Allen and Laquon Treadwell as part of the Colts' top three wide receiver options, with teammate Ashton Dulin unavailable due to a hamstring injury.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Laquon Treadwell is positioned to serve among the team's top three wide receivers for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Treadwell will step into prominent offensive duties alongside Keenan Allen and Josh Downs, with fellow wideout Ashton Dulin ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen (groin, rest) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, Allen managed a full practice participant on Friday and is fully expected to play. He will anchor the Colts' receiving corps alongside Josh Downs and Laquon Treadwell while Ashton Dulin sits out.
