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Steelers | DK Metcalf suspended for two games; WR will appeal (2025-12-22 17:30:16) [jump to this story] Ravens | MRI confirms Lamar Jackson's injury is a contusion; QB day-to-day (2025-12-22 14:52:55) [jump to this story] Browns | Quinshon Judkins facing 4-5 month recovery time (2025-12-22 10:36:14) [jump to this story] |
Steelers | DK Metcalf suspended for two games; WR will appeal Mon Dec 22, 05:30 PM
The NFL has announced that Steelers WR DK Metcalf has been suspended two games without pay for his interaction with a fan during Sunday's game at Detroit.
| Footballguys view: The NFL used a two-game suspension for what it called "conduct detrimental to the NFL for initiating a physical confrontation with a fan during Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions." Metcalf will appeal the suspension. But fantasy investors should prepare for the wideout to miss this week's game against the Browns and Week 18 as well. |
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Cowboys | Monday practice report for Cowboys Mon Dec 22, 05:29 PM
Dallas Cowboys OT Tyler Guyton (ankle) and LB DeMarvion Overshown (concussion) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 22. OG Tyler Booker (ankle), CB Josh Butler (knee), CB Caelen Carson (hamstring), WR Ryan Flournoy (knee), RB Phil Mafah (shoulder), DE Payton Turner (ribs), WR KaVontae Turpin (shoulder), RB Javonte Williams (neck), DT Quinnen Williams (neck) and S Donovan Wilson (hip) were limited during practice. OG T.J. Bass (thumb), CB Shavon Revel Jr. (knee) and OT Nathan Thomas (shoulder) fully participated in practice. The Cowboys only held a walkthrough Monday, so the report is an estimation.
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Cowboys | Limited practice for Javonte Williams Mon Dec 22, 05:26 PM
Dallas Cowboys RB Javonte Williams (neck) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 22. The Cowboys only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
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Cowboys | KaVontae Turpin limited Monday Mon Dec 22, 05:15 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR KaVontae Turpin (shoulder) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 22. The Cowboys only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
Link to story Cowboys | Ryan Flournoy listed as limited Mon Dec 22, 05:14 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR Ryan Flournoy (knee) was limited during practice Monday, Dec. 22. The Cowboys only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
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Lions | Amon-Ra St. Brown held out Monday Mon Dec 22, 04:59 PM
Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown landed on the team's injury report on Monday. He was listed as a non-participant in the team's first practice ahead of Thursday's game against the Vikings.
| Footballguys view: St. Brown, who was flagged for offensive pass interference on the final play of Sunday's game, is listed with a knee injury. We'll watch for more in the coming days, but there hasn't been much concern expressed by local media outlets, and this could be maintenance with a short turnaround. |
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Lions | Monday practice report for Lions Mon Dec 22, 04:56 PM
Detroit Lions OT Taylor Decker (shoulder), CB Avonte Maddox (back) and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 22. C Trystan Colon (wrist), DE Marcus Davenport (shoulder), C Graham Glasgow (knee), WR Tom Kennedy (abdomen), OT Giovanni Manu (knee), OG Christian Mahogany (fibula), DT Alim McNeill (abdomen), DE Al-Quadin Muhammad (knee) and CB Amik Robertson (hand) were limited during practice. The Lions only held a walkthrough Monday, so the report is an estimation.
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Lions | Amon-Ra St. Brown misses practice Mon Dec 22, 04:56 PM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 22. The Lions only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
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Commanders | Jaylin Lane, Eddie Goldman on IR Mon Dec 22, 04:43 PM
Washington Commanders WR Jaylin Lane (ankle) and DT Eddie Goldman (concussion) were placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 22.
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Commanders | Jamal Agnew claimed off waivers Mon Dec 22, 04:41 PM
Former Atlanta Falcons WR Jamal Agnew was claimed off waivers by the Washington Commanders Monday, Dec. 22.
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Bills | Josh Allen day-to-day Mon Dec 22, 04:28 PM
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen (foot) is considered day-to-day because of the foot injury he suffered in Week 16, according to head coach Sean McDermott. Allen could miss some practice time this week, but McDermott expects Allen to be available for Week 17.
| Footballguys view: Allen took a 23-yard sack late in the first half of Sunday's game, but injured himself on the play. He told reporters later he tweaked his foot a little bit. He returned for the second half of the game -- after having precautionary X-rays on the foot. Allen said the pain subsided, but he clearly had to battle through the second half. He finished the game, completing just 12 of 19 passes for 130 yards. He failed to produce a TD running or passing. We'll watch for more on this one as Sunday afternoon's tilt with the Eagles draws nearer. |
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Commanders | Monday practice report for WAS Mon Dec 22, 04:14 PM
Washington Commanders LB Nick Bellore (concussion), DT Eddie Goldman (concussion), DT Javon Kinlaw (non-injury), WR Jaylin Lane (ankle), QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps), DT Daron Payne (back), OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) and LB Bobby Wagner (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 22. QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) was limited during practice. OG Brandon Coleman (shin), OT George Fant (knee) and TE Colson Yankoff (ankle) fully participated in practice. The Commanders only held a walkthrough Monday, so the report is an estimation.
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Commanders | No practice for Marcus Mariota Mon Dec 22, 04:09 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 22. The Commanders only held a walkthrough Monday, so this is an estimation.
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Packers | Collin Oliver placed on the 53-man roster Mon Dec 22, 04:08 PM
Green Bay Packers DE Collin Oliver (hamstring) was activated from the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list Monday, Dec. 22.
Link to story Packers | John FitzPatrick placed on IR Mon Dec 22, 04:04 PM
Green Bay Packers TE John FitzPatrick (Achilles) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 22.
| Footballguys view: FitzPatrick caught 12 passes for 72 yards with a touchdown in his 15 appearances with four starts this season. |
Chiefs | Shane Buechele officially signed Mon Dec 22, 03:40 PM
Updating a previous report, Buffalo Bills practice squad QB Shane Buechele was signed to the Kansas City Chiefs 53-man roster Monday, Dec. 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: With Gardner Minshew going on IR, Chris Oladokun is poised to start at quarterback against the Broncos this week on Christmas night, with the newly-signed Buechele likely to serve as his backup. |
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Chiefs | Gardner Minshew placed on IR Mon Dec 22, 03:21 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Gardner Minshew (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 27.
| Footballguys view: We learned earlier today that Minshew avoided a torn ACL, but his knee injury was significant enough to cost him the rest of the 2025 season. Minshew played 14 snaps before he had to exit Sunday's loss to the Titans. In four appearances with one start this season, Minshew completed 6-of-13 passes for 37 yards with an interception. As Profootballtalk.com pointed out, Minshew is set to be a free agent in 2026. With his experience, the veteran signal caller is likely to have a market for his services as a backup next year. |
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Chargers | Kimani Vidal day-to-day Mon Dec 22, 03:09 PM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Kimani Vidal (neck) has been diagnosed with a neck strain and is considered day-to-day, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Vidal had to exit Sunday's eventual victory over the Cowboys early in the contest. In 12 games with 10 starts this season, Vidal leads the Chargers with 631 yards rushing. He's rushed for three touchdowns and caught 15 passes for 138 yards with a TD. The Chargers used Hassan Haskins to spell Omarion Hampton after Vidal exited the game. Haskins gained 14 yards on four carries. Playing the Texans on Saturday, the Chargers' first injury report of the week is due out on Tuesday. |
Saints | Two likely out for Week 17 Mon Dec 22, 02:56 PM
New Orleans Saints TE Foster Moreau (ankle) and DT Bryan Bresee (knee) are unlikely to be available for the Week 17 game, according to head coach Kellen Moore.
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Rams | Two players to remain on IR for now Mon Dec 22, 02:54 PM
Los Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee (ankle) and OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) will not be activated from the Reserve/Injured list prior to the Week 17 game, according to head coach Sean McVay.
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Ravens | MRI confirms Lamar Jackson's injury is a contusion; QB day-to-day Mon Dec 22, 02:52 PM
Tests revealed Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not suffer further injury to his back, according to head coach John Harbaugh. Harbaugh said in his Monday press conference that Jackson is considered day-to-day with a significant back contusion. "It doesn't look like it's more than that," Harbaugh said. "He's in there getting treatment now."
| Footballguys view: Jackson took a knee to the back at the end of a designed run play late in the second quarter of Sunday night's eventual loss to the Patriots. As PFT noted, Jackson doesn't have as much time as usual between games to recover, as the Ravens will play the Packers on Saturday night. The team's path to the postseason has significantly narrowed, but Baltimore has not yet been mathematically eliminated from postseason contention. The Ravens also have Tyler Huntley as their backup and Cooper Rush as their third quarterback on their 53-man roster. |
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Chargers | Denzel Perryman suspended two games Mon Dec 22, 02:35 PM
Los Angeles Chargers LB Denzel Perryman has been suspended two games by the NFL for repeated violations of playing rules intended to protect the health and safety of players.
| Footballguys view: The NFL's announcement notes that Perryman was flagged for unnecessary roughness for delivering a forcible blow to the helmet of Cowboys receiver Ryan Flournoy while he was on the ground after making a catch during Sunday's game. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Perryman will appeal the suspension. Notably, this is Perryman's second two-game suspension for repeated violations of player-safety rules. The first came back in 2023 when he was playing for the Texans. Currently, Perryman is eligible to return to Los Angeles' active roster on Monday, Jan. 5, the day after the team's currently scheduled regular-season finale against the Broncos. |
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49ers | Yetur Gross-Matos returns to 53-man roster Mon Dec 22, 02:34 PM
San Francisco 49ers DE Yetur Gross-Matos (hamstring) was activated from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 22.
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Chiefs | Gardner Minshew avoids torn ACL; QB will still miss time Mon Dec 22, 02:17 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Gardner Minshew's (knee) MRI did not show a torn anterior cruciate ligament, but he is still expected to miss time because of the knee injury he suffered in Week 16, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: To that end, multiple reports note the Chiefs are signing quarterback Shane Buechele to the 53-man roster off the Bills' practice squad. Hosting the Broncos on Thursday night to cap the Christmas Day slate, the Chiefs are set to release their first injury report of the week later on Monday. Given Minshew's injury, Chris Oladokun is likely to start for Kansas City this week after playing the majority of Sunday's game. |
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Titans | Kristian Wilkerson off practice squad Mon Dec 22, 02:04 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Kristian Wilkerson was released from the practice squad Monday, Dec. 22.
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Panthers | Bryce Young expected to be fine Mon Dec 22, 01:33 PM
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young (ankle) should be a full participant during practice this upcoming week despite injuring his ankle during the Week 16 game, according to head coach Dave Canales.
| Footballguys view: While his stats on Sunday don't leap off the page, Young generated 191 yards on 21-of-32 passing with two touchdowns, the QB made clutch plays late. He now has 12 career game-winning drives. Only Justin Herbert (13) has more before turning 25 (since 1950). Only Dak Prescott (14), Matt Ryan (13), and Herbert had more in their first three seasons. Carolina plays Seattle in Week 17. The Seahawks will be a much greater challenge than the Buccaneers. We'll monitor Young's health in coming days. |
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Browns | More on Quinshon Judkins' injury Mon Dec 22, 01:31 PM
Updating previous reports, Cleveland Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (ankle, leg) suffered a broken fibula and dislocated ankle during the Week 16 game but does not have any damage in his knee, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski.
| Footballguys view: While this is good news, Judkins' injury was still severe enough to require a four-to-five-month recovery after undergoing surgery to repair a dislocated right ankle and fractured fibula, a league source told Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot. That could put him back on the practice field, at least on a limited basis, sometime during the offseason program in the spring. |
Cardinals | Serious injury for Garrett Williams Mon Dec 22, 01:17 PM
Arizona Cardinals CB Garrett Williams (Achilles) is feared to have suffered a torn Achilles during the Week 16 game. He is scheduled to undergo an MRI to confirm the injury.
| Footballguys view: Williams, 24, is in his third year with the Cardinals after he was selected at No. 72 overall in the 2023 draft. He's started 10 games this year, recording five passes defensed with one interception and a forced fumble. In all, Williams has played 35 games with 27 starts, recording 16 passes defensed with four interceptions. |
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Commanders | Samuel Cosmi placed on IR Mon Dec 22, 01:15 PM
Washington Commanders OT Samuel Cosmi (concussion) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 22.
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Seahawks | Derick Hall's suspension upheld Mon Dec 22, 01:10 PM
Seattle Seahawks LB Derick Hall's one-game suspension has been upheld after having his appeal heard.
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Colts | Coleman Owen elevated Mon Dec 22, 01:02 PM
Indianapolis Colts practice squad WR Coleman Owen was elevated to the active roster Monday, Dec. 22, and will be available for the Week 16 game.
Link to story Commanders | Marcus Mariota not ruled out for Week 17 Mon Dec 22, 12:57 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) hasn't been ruled out for the Week 17 game Thursday, Dec. 25.
| Footballguys view: Mariota has stitches in his throwing hand, while also dealing with a quad injury, so his status on a short week was very doubtful. And while Quinn might not be ready to rule him out yet, the coach said that backup Josh Johnson will be getting the majority of starts in practice as they prepare to play the Cowboys on Thursday. |
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Jets | Brady Cook will start again in Week 17 Mon Dec 22, 12:52 PM
The Patriots will be facing Brady Cook as they try to nail down an AFC East title in Week 17. Jets head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters on Monday that Cook will make his third straight start at quarterback against New England. The undrafted rookie has yet to pick up a win in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: Glenn said that he thought Cook "was doing a really, really good job" early in Sunday's loss to the Saints, but that he and the team in general lost their way as the game unfolded. Cook was 22-of-35 for 188 yards and an interception while being sacked eight times in the 29-6 loss. Cook's first start came with Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields ruled out due to injuries. Taylor was healthy enough to back Cook up on Sunday, but the team will stick with the youngster as they play out the string on the 2025 season. |
Colts | DeForest Buckner activated from IR Mon Dec 22, 12:03 PM
Indianapolis Colts DT DeForest Buckner (neck) was activated from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 22. QB Brett Rypien was waived.
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Commanders | Jeff Driskel picked up by Commanders Mon Dec 22, 12:02 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Jeff Driskel was signed off the practice squad by the Washington Commanders Monday, Dec. 22.
| Footballguys view: On Saturday, Marcus Mariota, filling in for Jayden Daniels, was forced out early against the Eagles. Mariota is considered day-to-day, head coach Dan Quinn said Sunday, adding that Mariota is nursing a quadriceps injury, in addition to a hand ailment. The Commanders play on Christmas Day against the Cowboys, so we should consider Mariota questionable at best. That leaves the team with Josh Johnson as the only healthy body at the position. Driskel will add to that. |
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy to have MRI Mon Dec 22, 11:05 AM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will have an MRI on his right hand Monday, Dec. 22. X-rays were negative.
| Footballguys view: While the results of the X-rays were good, Minneapolis Star Tribune staffer Ben Goessling reports that further tests will be used to determine whether the quarterback suffered any ligament damage. Coach Kevin O'Connell said after the game he was unsure if McCarthy was able to grip the ball on the strip sack that ended his day. The Vikings play on Thursday this week, so the short turnaround will be a factor here. Max Brosmer is standing by. |
Packers | Malik Willis nicked up Mon Dec 22, 10:57 AM
Green Bay Packers QB Malik Willis (shoulder) suffered a right shoulder injury from a fall in Week 17. Willis was able to finish the game.
| Footballguys view: Jordan Love left Saturday night's game against the Bears in the first half with a concussion, and Willis played the rest of the way in the overtime loss despite landing hard on the shoulder late in the game. "He's going to be another guy that we'll see where he's at as we progress," coach Matt LaFleur said. "That further complicates the other problem." The Packers do not have another quarterback on their 53-man roster, but they do have former Cardinal Clayton Tune on the practice squad. The Packers play the Ravens on Saturday. We'll be watching this one closely. |
Packers | Jordan Love in concussion protocol Mon Dec 22, 10:53 AM
Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love (concussion) is in concussion protocol following Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Love left Chicago in the protocol because he had taken a helmet-to-helmet hit in the second quarter Saturday. Love must pass through the five-step protocol that requires increasing activity, followed by baseline testing, with each step along the way. He must remain asymptomatic throughout. We'll be watching for more on this, and on his backup, Malik Willis, who is dealing with a minor shoulder issue. The Packers play the Ravens on Saturday. |
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Browns | Quinshon Judkins facing 4-5 month recovery time Mon Dec 22, 10:36 AM
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins should be back on the practice field in about 4-5 months after undergoing surgery to repair a dislocated right ankle and fractured fibula, a league source told Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot.
| Footballguys view: That could put him back on the practice field, at least on a limited basis, sometime during the offseason program in the spring. Judkins, the Browns' No. 36 pick in the second round out of Ohio State, suffered the injury with 1:47 left in the half of Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Bills on a hit by linebacker Matt Milano. Raheim Sanders replaced Judkins and could get a lot of work against the Steelers this week, although Dylan Sampson, who's missed two games with a hand injury, is also worth monitoring. |
Jets | Brady Cook to start Week 17 Mon Dec 22, 10:02 AM
New York Jets QB Brady Cook will start in Week 17 against the New England Patriots.
Link to story Steelers | DK Metcalf facing discipline Mon Dec 22, 09:55 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR DK Metcalf could be fined or suspended by the league after grabbing a fan during the game Sunday, Dec. 21, and appearing to throw a slap or a punch at him.
| Footballguys view: The CBS broadcast showed Metcalf talking to the fan, who was in a blue wig and hanging over the first-row railing. In an angle of the incident posted on Instagram, Metcalf walked up to the fan, grabbed him by his shirt collar to pull him closer, then forcefully shoved him back. The fan told the Detroit Free Press he called Metcalf by his full name -- DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf -- prompting the interaction. Because no flag was thrown during the incident, the NFL claims it cannot weigh in on a disqualification, which is why Metcalf could continue playing. Stay tuned. |
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Ravens | Lamar Jackson day to day Mon Dec 22, 09:34 AM
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (back) is day to day with a back bruise and is hopeful of playing in Week 17.
| Footballguys view: Jackson spoke to the media after the game and said he was in too much pain to continue, but his goal is to be back on Saturday in Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers. He's scheduled for an MRI today. We'll be following up. |
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Cowboys | Shavon Revel Jr. makes nine stops Mon Dec 22, 03:23 AM
Dallas Cowboys CB Shavon Revel Jr. had a team-high nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass defensed versus the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 16.
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Baltimore Ravens LB Roquan Smith had a team-high 10 tackles, including eight solo, in Week 16 against the New England Patriots.
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Ravens | Isaiah Likely not targeted in loss Mon Dec 22, 03:01 AM
Baltimore Ravens TE Isaiah Likely was not targeted versus the New England Patriots in Week 16.
Link to story Ravens | Twenty-four yards for Mark Andrews Mon Dec 22, 02:50 AM
Baltimore Ravens TE Mark Andrews caught two passes (on three targets) for 21 yards in Week 16 versus the New England Patriots. He also ran once for three yards.
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Ravens | Rashod Bateman blanked Mon Dec 22, 02:42 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman was targeted twice but did not record a catch in the team's Week 16 loss to the New England Patriots.
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Ravens | Four receptions for DeAndre Hopkins Mon Dec 22, 02:34 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR DeAndre Hopkins had four receptions for 41 yards versus the New England Patriots in Week 16. Hopkins was targeted five times in the loss.
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Ravens | Harbaugh not sure about Lamar Jackson's Week 17 availability Mon Dec 22, 02:29 AM
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a bruise to his back late in the second quarter of Baltimore's 28-24 loss to New England, head coach John Harbaugh told reporters in his postgame press conference. It's unclear how that will affect Jackson's availability going forward. "I really don't have a word on it now," Harbaugh said. "It's just early. Haven't gotten anything definitive from the trainers or doctors yet. I don't know. Probably [will] know more tomorrow or the next day."
| Footballguys view: Jackson was injured on a designed run with two minutes left in the second quarter, rushing for 3 yards. Replay showed he took a knee to the back. He was sent to the locker room early, with the NBC broadcast showing him clearly frustrated by the injury as he walked up for further examination. Jackson was 7-of-10 passing for 101 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions. He also had two carries for 7 yards. Tyler Huntley, who finished the game at QB, was 9-of-10 for 65 yards and had a pair of carries for 2 yards. |
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Ravens | Zay Flowers tops the 100-yard mark Mon Dec 22, 02:21 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers had seven catches (on seven targets) for 84 yards in Week 16 against the New England Patriots. Flowers also posted an 18-yard touchdown run on his lone carry of the game.
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