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Cowboys | Trevon Diggs expected to be activated Sat Dec 20, 12:05 PM
The Dallas Cowboys are expected to activate CB Trevon Diggs (knee) from the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Dec. 20, so that he can play in Week 16's game versus the Los Angeles Chargers, according to multiple sources. He is likely to be used in a reserve role in his first game back.
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Chicago Bears RB D'Andre Swift (groin) is expected to play in Week 16's game against the Green Bay Packers, according to a source.
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Seattle Seahawks CB Riq Woolen (knee) sustained a knee injury in Week 16's game against the Los Angeles Rams that is not believed to be serious, according to a source who claimed that he more so got 'banged up.'
Link to storySeattle Seahawks CB Coby Bryant (knee) is likely to miss time based on initial tests on his knee but it is currently unknown how long he will be sidelined, according to multiple sources. He sustained the injury in Week 16's game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Link to storyUpdating previous reports, Seattle Seahawks S Nick Emmanwori (head) cleared concussion protocol and could have returned to action in Week 16's game versus the Los Angeles Rams, according to head coach Mike Macdonald.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins PK Jason Sanders (hip) will not be activated from the Reserve/Injured list in time for Week 16's game versus the Cincinnati Bengals, according to head coach Mike McDaniel. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report after logging three limited practice sessions during the week.
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Los Angeles Rams OL Kevin Dotson (ankle) is expected to miss some time after injuring his ankle in Week 16 versus the Seattle Seahawks. He is considered doubtful to play in Week 17's game against the Atlanta Falcons, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Link to storyConfirming a previous report, Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith (shoulder, back) will start Week 16's game versus the Houston Texans, according to head coach Pete Carroll.
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Dallas Cowboys DT Quinnen Williams (concussion) is on track to play in Week 16's game versus the Los Angeles Chargers, according to head coach Brian Schottenheimer. He was listed as questionable on the injury report after logging one limited practice session and one full session during the week.
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A decision regarding whether Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (Achilles) will be activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list will be made next week, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski.
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Carolina Panthers OT Ikem Ekwonu (knee) is considered a game-time decision for Week 16's game versus the, according to head coach Dave Canales. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report after logging just one limited practice session during the week.
Link to storyBuffalo Bills S Damar Hamlin (pectoral) has a chance to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the end of the season, according to head coach Sean McDermott.
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Buffalo Bills WR Mecole Hardman (calf) has a chance to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Dec. 20, in time to play in Week 16's game versus the Cleveland Browns, according to head coach Sean McDermott.
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Baltimore Ravens DL John Jenkins (illness) is expected to play in Week 16's game versus the New England Patriots, according to head coach John Harbaugh. He is officially listed as questionable on the injury report after missing the team's two most recent practice sessions.
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Buffalo Bills defensive assistant and offensive advisor Christian Taylor will leave the team at the end of the 2025 season in order to become the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at the University of Wyoming, according to multiple sources.
Link to storyCleveland Browns TE Harold Fannin Jr. has been targeted 30 times over the past three games, and his 99 targets this season rank second among tight ends.
Link to storyChicago Bears LB Tremaine Edmunds (groin) is expected to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list for the Week 16 game against the Green Bay Packers, according to sources.
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Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce needs 203 yards over the final three games to become the oldest tight end in NFL history to reach 1,000 receiving yards in a season.
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Free-agent LB Matt Judon (Dolphins) was signed to the Buffalo Bills' practice squad Friday, Dec. 19.
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CFL WR Dohnte Meyers and free-agent WR Derek Slywka worked out for the Cincinnati Bengals Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyFree-agent RB Raheem Blackshear (Steelers) worked out for the Cleveland Browns Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyFree-agent PK Tanner Brown, free-agent P Luke Elzinga, free-agent PK Jonathan Kim, free-agent PK Gavin Stewart, free-agent PK Maddox Trujillo and free-agent LS Alex Ward worked out for the New York Jets Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyNew Orleans Saints PK Charlie Smyth agreed to a three-year deal Friday, Dec. 19, according to his agent. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUniversity of Arkansas DB Kani Walker announced on his official Instagram account Friday, Dec. 19 that he has elected to enter the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyBaltimore Ravens RB Justice Hill (neck) has a chance to be available for the Week 17 game, according to head coach John Harbaugh.
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Los Angeles Rams WR Davante Adams (hamstring) is not expected to be available for the Week 17 game, according to head coach Sean McVay.
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Boise State OT Kage Casey was one of the only opt-out players for his team at the 2025 LA Bowl, and he has officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. He is projected as a potential Day 2 selection. He played the most snaps (934) in the FBS at left tackle this season.
Link to storyUSC QB Jayden Maiava has decided to return to school for the 2026 season, rather than forgoing his eligibility to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. Maiava completed 66.2% of his passes for 3,431 yards, 23 TDs and 8 INTs in 2025, his second with USC. He also had 3,085 passing yards in his freshman campaign of 2023 at UNLV.
Link to storySeattle Seahawks LB Derick Hall has been suspended one game for unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct during the Week 16 game. Hall will be appealing the suspension.
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Seattle Seahawks RB Cam Akers reverted back to the practice squad Friday, Dec. 19, after being on the active roster for the Week 16 game.
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Minnesota Vikings OT Christian Darrisaw (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers RB Marshawn Lloyd (calf, hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyBuffalo Bills OT Chase Lundt (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyAtlanta Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge (shoulder) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Dec. 19.
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Duke University QB Darian Mensah announced that he will return to school for the 2026 season, his redshirt junior year, rather than forgoing his eligibility to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. He led the ACC in passing yards in 2025, competing 67.9% of his passes for 3,646 yards, 30 TDs and 5 INTs, while running for one more score.
Link to storyDuke University OL Brian Parker II will forgo the final year of eligibility to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. He played 902 total snaps in 2025, grading at 83.9 in pass blocking, and 82.9 in run blocking, according to Pro Football Focus. Parker will not play in the Sun Bowl against Arizona State on Dec. 31. Parker is projected as a potential Day 2 pick in the draft.
Link to storyWashington Commanders practice squad TE Lawrence Cager was elevated to the active roster Friday, Dec. 19, and will be available for the Week 16 game.
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Philadelphia Eagles practice squad TE E.J. Jenkins was elevated to the active roster Friday, Dec. 19, and will be available for the Week 16 game.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers DE Brenton Cox (groin) was activated from the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Dec. 19.
Link to storyUniversity of South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers has finalized a deal to stay in school for the 2026 season, rather than forgoing his eligibility to enter the 2026 NFL Draft. 'We've had great conversations,' head coach Shane Beamer said. 'I think there are some details that need to be worked out and things like that. Let's face it. Nowadays, these guys have agents and whatnot. So, there are a lot of different aspects of every player on our team and that's different than before.'
Link to storyNotre Dame TE Eli Raridon has announced he is entering the 2026 NFL Draft. He posted 32 receptions for 482 yards in his senior season in 2025.
Link to storyUniversity of Utah DE Logan Fano and OT Spencer Fano have announced their intentions to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft in a joint announcement on their social media platforms. 'It feels only right that we take this next step the same way we've taken every meaningful one - together. With gratitude and excitement, we are declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft and embracing the journey ahead,' the statement said.
Link to storyLas Vegas Raiders WR Tyler Lockett (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.
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Tennessee Titans TE Chig Okonkwo (non-injury) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.
Link to storyTennessee Titans WR Van Jefferson (back) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, but is listed as questionable for Week 16.
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Tennessee Titans TE Gunnar Helm (toe) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19, but is listed as questionable for Week 16.
Link to storyUniversity of Pittsburgh RB Desmond Reid will not play in the Military Bowl on Dec. 27, as he announced he has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. Reid was limited to seven games due to injuries in 2025, his second season in Pitt after transferring in from Western Carolina. He totaled 60 carries for 278 yards and two touchdowns with 23 receptions, 317 yards and two more scores, and he has ability in the punt return game, too.
Link to storyUniversity of Pittsburgh LB Kyle Louis declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday, Dec. 19, and he will not play in the Military Bowl on Dec. 27 against East Carolina. He started 11 games in 2025, posting 81 total stops, with 8.5 tackles for loss, while adding three sacks, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries. He earned first-team All-ACC honors from The Associated Press, and he was third for ACC Defensive Player of the Year.
Link to storySan Francisco 49ers LB Nick Martin (concussion) and WR Ricky Pearsall (ankle, knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 19. LB Tatum Bethune (ankle), OG Spencer Burford (ankle, knee), DT Jordan Elliott (knee), CB Renardo Green (neck), DE Yetur Gross-Matos (hamstring) and DE Sam Okuayinonu (ankle) were limited during practice. RB Christian McCaffrey (non-injury), QB Kurtis Rourke (knee), OT Trent Williams (non-injury) and LB Dee Winters (wrist) fully participated in practice.
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San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (non-injury) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 19.
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