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Dolphins | Kyle Smith to become assistant GM Fri Jan 23, 06:39 PM
Atlanta Falcons assistant general manager Kyle Smith is being hired by the Miami Dolphins as their new assistant general manager, according to a source.
Link to story Dolphins | Chris Tabor joining staff Fri Jan 23, 06:38 PM
Buffalo Bills special teams coordinator Chris Tabor is being hired by the Miami Dolphins as their new special teams coordinator, according to a source.
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Broncos | AFC Championship injury report for Broncos Fri Jan 23, 06:32 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and has been ruled out of the AFC Championship game. RB J.K. Dobbins (foot) was limited during practice but has been ruled out. TE Lucas Krull (foot) and LB Drew Sanders (ankle) fully participated in practice but have been ruled out. C Alex Forsyth (ankle), WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) and S JL Skinner (quadriceps) were limited during practice and are listed as questionable. C Luke Wattenberg (shoulder) fully participated in practice but is listed as questionable. WR Pat Bryant (concussion) and OT Frank Crum (ankle) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Drew Sanders player page
Broncos | Pat Bryant on track to play Fri Jan 23, 06:22 PM
Denver Broncos WR Pat Bryant (concussion) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is not on the injury report for the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Despite leaving last week's game early with a concussion, Bryant was able to clear the necessary steps to advance through concussion protocol. The rookie has been a reliable option since the midway point of the season, but expectations for the entire offense should be tempered without Bo Nix. |
Broncos | Questionable tag for Troy Franklin Fri Jan 23, 06:16 PM
Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is listed as questionable for the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Franklin left last week's game early with this hamstring injury. Limited practices are better than no practice at all, but we probably won't get information on his availability until close to Sunday's kickoff. |
Broncos | J.K. Dobbins will not be available Fri Jan 23, 06:08 PM
Denver Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins (foot) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23, but has been ruled out of the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Despite a return to practice this week, Dobbins isn't quite ready to return. If the Broncos beat the Patriots, Dobbins will get an extra week of rest leading up to the Super Bowl, potentially giving him time to return. In this game, expect the run game to flow through RJ Harvey. |
J.K. Dobbins player page
Broncos | Bo Nix ruled out Fri Jan 23, 06:01 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and has been ruled out of the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: After undergoing ankle surgery, Nix is done for the year. Even if the Broncos pull out this win, Jaret Stidham or another quarterback would start in the Super Bowl. Nix is eying a return at the start of the 2026 season. Stidham will start in his absence. |
Patriots | AFC Championship injury report for Patriots Fri Jan 23, 05:53 PM
New England Patriots LB Harold Landry (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and has been ruled out of the AFC Championship game. LB Marte Mapu (hip) was limited during practice and is listed as questionable. DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring), WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) and RB Terrell Jennings (head) fully participated in practice but are listed as questionable. C Garrett Bradbury (illness), CB Carlton Davis (head), LB Christian Elliss (hip), RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder), TE Hunter Henry (knee), OT Morgan Moses (non-injury), OT Thayer Munford (knee) and LB Robert Spillane (hand) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
Link to storyHunter Henry player page
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Harold Landry III player page
Carlton Davis III player page
Patriots | No designation for Hunter Henry Fri Jan 23, 05:49 PM
New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is not on the injury report for the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Henry opened up the week with back-to-back limited practices, so full participation on Friday is good to see. Henry has been very boom-or-bust this season. Last week, he had just one catch for five yards. But his multi-touchdown upside in any matchup always makes him an intriguing play. |
Hunter Henry player page
Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson fully practices Fri Jan 23, 05:46 PM
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is not on the injury report for the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Henderson has been on the injury report all week, but it hasn't stopped him from practicing in full every day. The Patriots chose to lean a bit heavier on Rhamondre Stevenson in their first playoff game. Henderson is a big-play threat every time he touches the ball, but the coaching staff might have more faith in the veteran in these big games. |
Patriots | Full practice for Mack Hollins Fri Jan 23, 05:45 PM
New England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, but is listed as questionable for the AFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Hollins hasn't played since Week 16. When active, he's been a reliable deep threat and a team leader. The Patriots get the benefit of playing against a Broncos team without Bo Nix, but the home-field advantage and stout defense can still pose a challenge. If Hollins can return this week, he'll be welcomed back to a receiver room that could use the extra firepower. |
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Seahawks | NFC Championship injury report for Seahawks Fri Jan 23, 05:35 PM
Seattle Seahawks LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, but has been ruled out of the NFC Championship game. OT Amari Kight (knee) did not practice and is listed as doubtful. FB Robbie Ouzts (neck) was limited during practice and is listed as questionable. OT Joshua Jones (ankle, knee) fully participated in practice but is listed as questionable. QB Sam Darnold (oblique) and WR Cooper Kupp (non-injury) were limited during practice but are not on the injury report. TE Elijah Arroyo (knee), OT Charles Cross (foot), RB George Holani (hamstring), LB Tyrice Knight (shoulder), LB DeMarcus Lawrence (non-injury), LB Uchenna Nwosu (hamstring), WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) and DE Leonard Williams (non-injury) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Leonard Williams player page
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Uchenna Nwosu player page
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Seahawks | Jaxon Smith-Njigba set to play Fri Jan 23, 05:32 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is not on the injury report for the NFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Smith-Njigba's limited participation on Wednesday appears to be nothing more than preferential treatment ahead of a big conference championship game. The Year 2 receiver has broken out in a major way this year and should serve as the Seahawks' primary weapon in a home game against the Rams. |
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Seahawks | Cooper Kupp limited Friday Fri Jan 23, 05:27 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Cooper Kupp (non-injury) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23, but is not on the injury report for the NFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: All signs point to this limited participation being nothing more than some veteran rest. Kupp caught all five of his targets for 60 yards last week, stepping up when the lights are the brightest. He should work as the secondary option in the passing game behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba this week in a revenge game against the Rams. |
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Seahawks | George Holani should be available Fri Jan 23, 05:22 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB George Holani (hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 23, and is not on the injury report for the NFC Championship game.
Link to story Seahawks | Sam Darnold on track to play Fri Jan 23, 05:16 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23, but is not on the injury report for the NFC Championship game.
| Footballguys view: Darnold played through this injury last week, and there's no expectation he won't again this week. He'll have a tough matchup against a strong Rams' defense, but his upside always keeps him on the radar as a player to watch. |
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Rams | NFC Championship injury report for LA Rams Fri Jan 23, 05:09 PM
Los Angeles Rams OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 23, but has been ruled out for the NFC Championship game. LB Byron Young (knee) was limited during practice and is listed as questionable. CB Emmanuel Forbes (shoulder), S Quentin Lake (illness) and LB Josaiah Stewart (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Steelers | JJ Galbreath signs future deal Fri Jan 23, 04:52 PM
Free-agent TE JJ Galbreath (Steelers) signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers Friday, Jan. 23. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Seahawks | Bryce Cabeldue placed on IR Fri Jan 23, 04:19 PM
Seattle Seahawks OG Bryce Cabeldue (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Jan. 23.
Link to story Rams | Rob Havenstein will not play Fri Jan 23, 04:14 PM
Los Angeles Rams OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) has been ruled out of the NFC Championship game.
Link to story Seahawks | Zach Charbonnet placed on IR Fri Jan 23, 02:05 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) was placed on injured reserve on Friday, Jan. 23.
| Footballguys view: Charbonnet suffered a significant knee injury last week. He hopes to make a quick recovery, but it's expected he might not be ready for the start of the season. In Charbonnet's absence through the playoffs, Kenneth III will have no competition for meaningful touches. George Holani will likely be active, but the Seahawks should lean heavily on Walker. This offseason, the Seahawks will likely be shaken up, as Walker is a pending free agent. |
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Seahawks | Two activated off injured reserve Fri Jan 23, 02:00 PM
Seattle Seahawks TE Elijah Arroyo (knee) and RB George Holani (hamstring) were activated off injured reserve on Friday, Jan. 23.
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Bills | Philip Rivers set to interview for HC vacancy Fri Jan 23, 01:15 PM
Former NFL QB Philip Rivers will interview for the head coaching vacancy of the Buffalo Bills on Friday, Jan. 23.
| Footballguys view: After essentially operating as an on-field NFL coach who was throwing the ball for the Colts, Rivers will hope to make the jump from high school coaching to the pros. Josh Allen's physical traits are undeniable, but a bit of coaching from someone with a deep understanding of pre-snap coverage and disguises could help him elevate to a new level and extend his career. |
Philip Rivers player page
Commanders | Teryl Austin interviews with DC Fri Jan 23, 12:52 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin interviewed with the Washington Commanders for their defensive coordinator post.
Link to story Bills | Dalton Kincaid played season with torn PCL Fri Jan 23, 12:26 PM
Buffalo Bills TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) played the entire 2025 season with a torn posterior cruciate ligament in his knee, according to TE Dawson Knox.
| Footballguys view: Kincaid has dealt with chronic injuries since coming into the league and navigated through others this season, in addition to the reported PCL. Just this year, we saw how PCL injuries impacted players like Brock Bowers, Drake London, and Josh Jacobs. It's a tough injury to play through. Assuming Kincaid can get healthy for next season, he'll be a solid post-hype sleeper to target in drafts. |
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Titans | Aaron Whitecotton sought for TEN interview Fri Jan 23, 12:10 PM
Dallas Cowboys defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton has been requested for an interview with the Tennessee Titans for their defensive coordinator position.
Link to story Titans | Arthur Smith interviews for TEN OC Fri Jan 23, 12:08 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith interviewed with the Tennessee Titans for their offensive coordinator position.
| Footballguys view: Arthur Smith has some history as a former assistant coach with the Titans. A lateral move wouldn't make a ton of sense on the surface, but Smith could be looking for a change in scenery with Mike Tomlin out of Pittsburgh. |
Browns | Grant Udinski meeting with CLE Friday Fri Jan 23, 11:39 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars offensive coordinator Grant Udinski is meeting with the Cleveland Browns in an in-person interview Friday, Jan. 23.
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Chargers | Zach Orr requested for Chargers interview Fri Jan 23, 11:38 AM
Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr has been requested for an interview with the Los Angeles Chargers for their defensive coordinator post.
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Bills | Mike McDaniel to interview with Bills Fri Jan 23, 11:05 AM
Former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel will interview for the Buffalo Bills head coaching vacancy Friday, Jan. 23.
| Footballguys view: Despite accepting the Chargers' OC job a few days ago, McDaniel hasn't removed his name from coaching considerations. Affording McDaniel a dual-threat quarterback like Josh Allen and a speedster like James Cook could be fun, and that's why the Bills' coaching job is the most sought-after in this cycle. |
NFL | Fernando Mendoza declares for NFL Draft Fri Jan 23, 11:00 AM
Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft Friday, Jan. 23.
| Footballguys view: After a miraculous season ending with a National Championship, Mendoza will leave college after his junior season to join the NFL Draft. Expectations are that he'll be the top pick. The Raiders are coming off a down season. However, they have some young and exciting pieces in place and about $92 million in salary cap space, the second-most of any team this offseason. The Raiders still need to find a coach, but things could be looking up quickly in Las Vegas. |
Cowboys | Christian Parker will be new Dallas DC Thu Jan 22, 08:59 PM
Philadelphia Eagles defensive backs coach/passing game coordinator Christian Parker has agreed to a deal to become the new defensive coordinator of the Dallas Cowboys, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
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Falcons | Kaden Elliss elite at applying pressure Thu Jan 22, 08:50 PM
Atlanta Falcons LB Kaden Elliss' 30 pass-rush wins in 2025 were twice as many as any other off-ball linebacker.
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Chiefs | Chris Jones still tough to stop Thu Jan 22, 08:38 PM
Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones led all defensive tackles in pass rush win rate (20.4%) in 2025.
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Seahawks | Thursday practice report for SEA Thu Jan 22, 07:44 PM
Seattle Seahawks OT Charles Cross (foot), OT Joshua Jones (ankle, knee) and OT Amari Kight (knee) did not participate in practice. OG Bryce Cabeldue (knee), QB Sam Darnold (oblique), and FB Robbie Ouzts (neck) were limited during practice. TE Elijah Arroyo (knee), RB George Holani (hamstring), LB Tyrice Knight (shoulder), LB DeMarcus Lawrence (non-injury), LB Uchenna Nwosu (hamstring), WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury), LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) and DE Leonard Williams (non-injury) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyDeMarcus Lawrence player page
Leonard Williams player page
Sam Darnold player page
Uchenna Nwosu player page
Chazz Surratt player page
Jaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seahawks | Jason Smith-Njigba fully practices Thu Jan 22, 07:41 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyJaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seahawks | Full practice for George Holani Thu Jan 22, 07:38 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB George Holani (hamstring) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to story Seahawks | Sam Darnold listed as limited Thu Jan 22, 07:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: There's little doubt that Darnold is going to play in the NFC Championship Game against the Rams. The divisional rivals know each other well and split the season series. So long as Darnold takes care of the ball, Seattle can advance to the Super Bowl. |
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Rams | Thursday practice report for Rams Thu Jan 22, 07:23 PM
Los Angeles Rams LB Byron Young (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. CB Emmanuel Forbes (shoulder) and OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) were limited during practice. S Quentin Lake (illness) and LB Josaiah Stewart (knee) fully participated in practice.
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49ers | Hayden Rucci signs future deal Thu Jan 22, 06:28 PM
Free-agent TE Hayden Rucci (49ers) signed a Reserve/Future contract with the San Francisco 49ers Thursday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Patriots | Thursday practice report for Patriots Thu Jan 22, 06:14 PM
New England Patriots C Garrett Bradbury (illness), LB Harold Landry (knee) and LB Marte Mapu (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. CB Carlton Davis (concussion), LB Christian Elliss (hip), TE Hunter Henry (non-injury), WR Mack Hollins (abdomen), OT Morgan Moses (non-injury) and OT Thayer Munford (knee) were limited during practice. DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring), RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder), RB Terrell Jennings (head) and LB Robert Spillane (hand) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyHunter Henry player page
Mack Hollins player page
Harold Landry III player page
Carlton Davis III player page
Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson fully practices Thu Jan 22, 06:10 PM
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Henderson can be a problem for the Broncos on Sunday. The rookie back can make a big play happen any time he touches the ball. Even splitting touches with Rhamondre Stevenson, Henderson could be a factor. |
Patriots | Limited practice for Mack Hollins Thu Jan 22, 05:58 PM
New England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Let's see if Hollins can get out there on Sunday against the Broncos. He's coming back from IR with this abdomen injury and not a lock to play. If he does play, Hollins will block (his forte) and be a deep threat for the Pats. |
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Patriots | Hunter Henry remains limited Thu Jan 22, 05:53 PM
New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry (non-injury) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Henry is a seasoned veteran getting some rest. He's good for the AFC Championship Game against the Broncos, and with their weakness covering tight ends he could have a big game. |
Hunter Henry player page
Broncos | Thursday practice report for Broncos Thu Jan 22, 05:45 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. RB J.K. Dobbins (foot), C Alex Forsyth (ankle) and WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) were limited during practice. WR Pat Bryant (concussion), OT Frank Crum (ankle), TE Lucas Krull (foot), LB Drew Sanders (ankle), S JL Skinner (quadriceps) and C Luke Wattenberg (shoulder) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyJ.K. Dobbins player page
Drew Sanders player page
Broncos | Pat Bryant upgraded Thursday Thu Jan 22, 05:41 PM
Denver Broncos WR Pat Bryant (concussion) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Good news for the Broncos here. Bryant was going to be a big part of their plan against the Bills but was concussed for the second time in about a month. He's been seen wearing a guardian cap in practice, and Bryant could wear one in the game to keep him better protected. |
Broncos | Troy Franklin limited again Thu Jan 22, 05:39 PM
Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: It's not a guarantee Franklin plays on Sunday. Speedy receivers can be bothered more than others by hamstring injuries. Let's see what his status is like on Friday. |
Broncos | J.K. Dobbins listed as limited Thu Jan 22, 05:38 PM
Denver Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins (foot) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Dobbins is trying to come back for the AFC Championship. When he initially injured his foot, reports indicated he could return for the Super Bowl. Dobbins is positive about his status, but the team will make that decision later in the week. |
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Broncos | Bo Nix remains sidelined Thu Jan 22, 05:34 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
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Ravens | Baltimore hire Jesse Minter as new HC Thu Jan 22, 05:18 PM
Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter agreed to terms with the Baltimore Ravens Thursday, Jan. 22, to become their new head coach.
| Footballguys view: Reports indicate that Minter was a favorite of Lamar Jackson. Minter will work with the defense, but his plan for Jackson will be paramount for their success. To run the offense, keep an eye on Joe Brady (Bills) and Kliff Kingsbury (formerly of the Commanders). |