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Buccaneers | Emeka Egbuka limited in Wednesday's practice Wed Oct 28, 11:04 PM
Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka was limited in practice on Wednesday as he continues to deal with concussion and foot injuries. Tampa Bay hosts the Falcons in Week 8 on Sunday, with Thursday's practice offering another indication of progress before game designations come out Friday.
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Eagles WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) would not have practiced on Wednesday, according to the team's estimated injury report. The Eagles held only a walkthrough on Wednesday.
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Eagles WR Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) would not have participated in practice on Wednesday, according to the team's estimated report.
| Footballguys view: The Eagles held only a walk-through on Wednesday. Philadelphia plays at the Commanders on Sunday night. We'll have to see what Friday is like for any banged-up Eagles player. |
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Cowboys WR George Pickens (shoulder/hamstring) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. The Cowboys host the Cardinals on Sunday in Week 8.
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Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (concussion) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. It was the Chargers' first injury report ahead of Sunday's Week 8 game at the Rams.
| Footballguys view: McConkey and a simplified offense can help the Chargers look better in Week 8. The matchup is better than some would think, and if McConkey is out there, we like him as a flex play with upside. Coming off a bye with tons to prove, the Chargers could use a good game here. |
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Cowboys WR George Pickens (shoulder/hamstring) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Pickens took a hit to his right shoulder in Monday night's win over the Eagles.
| Footballguys view: Let's see what Pickens can do on Friday, as he's limited on Wednesday with a known shoulder issue and now a new hamstring designation. Pickens should produce like a WR2 (borderline WR1) against the Cardinals in Week 8. |
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Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle (chest) did not practice on Wednesday ahead of Denver's Week 8 game against the Chiefs. Waddle played in the Broncos' Week 7 win over the Cardinals. The Broncos will share another practice report on Thursday before releasing Week 8 game statuses on Friday.
| Footballguys view: Waddle aggravated a chest injury in Sunday's win over the Cardinals. Facing the Chiefs at home on Sunday, the Broncos offense would benefit from Waddle's presence. He's only really had one good/big game this year as Bo Nix has been struggling. Nix seems to be bouncing back after a good game against the Cardinals, and we'll see if the Broncos offense can produce at a better level -- with or without Waddle in Week 8. |
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Raiders QB Kirk Cousins said on Wednesday that WR Jalen Nailor has been getting open and needs more chances in the offense. "When you watch the tape, you see him separating. I've told him you're doing a lot of good things. I need to give you opportunities to make it right," Cousins said, pointing to a late route against the Bills on which he overthrew Nailor and to "a couple of other examples" in Sunday's loss to the Rams. "He's beating his guy. That's all he can do. And then it's our job to give him opportunities to make plays," Cousins added.
| Footballguys view: He's running the routes, but the Raiders aren't getting him the ball much. Nailor caught 2-of-5 targets for 14 yards in the Raiders' Week 7 loss against the Rams. He's yet to be a waiver-wire addition, but that could change if Cousins starts sending it in his direction. |
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Texans WR Tank Dell is the next man up at receiver after WR Jaylin Noel's turf toe injury, which is regarded as a season-ending issue, per a league source. Noel's loss is a blow to Houston's offense and special teams, as he was the most explosive and fastest receiver on the roster with 4.39 speed in the 40-yard dash. Dell was activated from injured reserve and lined up with the starting offense in Sunday's loss to the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Dell is an explosive player who can make big things happen on limited snaps. The Texans wide receiver situation is a bit convoluted, and we're not sure if Dell would get a healthy target share, no matter how things shake out. They have a bye in Week 8 to see what plan comes together. |
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Texans WR Jaylin Noel is expected to miss the rest of the season, a source said on Wednesday. Noel was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury on Wednesday after suffering a turf toe injury in Sunday's loss to the Giants, which left him wearing a boot.
| Footballguys view: Toe injuries can be tricky to deal with, and they require time to properly heal. Noel was just getting more looks in the Texans' passing attack, and now he'll be eligible to return in Week 13 against the Steelers. |
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Rams WR Davante Adams had a successful clean-out surgery on his hamstring, head coach Sean McVay said on Wednesday. McVay said "it's probably closer to the shorter term" of the six- to 10-week timeline for Adams, who is on injured reserve.
| Footballguys view: A return against the 49ers in Week 14 could be a possibility for Adams. Hopefully, your fantasy league has roster spots for injured players so Adams can be stashed until his return. |
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Chiefs WR Rashee Rice (hamstring/knee) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. It was his first time on the field since his hamstring injury, which kept him out of last Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Kansas City visits the Broncos on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Rice hasn't played since Week 4 against the Raiders. This is a big road game for the Chiefs in Week 8, and the Broncos should be getting All-Pro CB Patrick Surtain II back for this contest. If he plays, you'll want to consider Rice as at least a deep flex play in Week 8. |
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The Patriots informed reporters on Wednesday that WR A.J. Brown's injury on the team's Wednesday injury report should be listed as knee/ankle. Brown was limited in Wednesday's practice ahead of the Week 8 game at Miami. Aside from a lengthy list of players on injured reserve, it was 'maybe the healthiest Wednesday report' the Patriots have had 'in a long time.'
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Jaguars WR Jakobi Meyers was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday because of a hamstring injury.
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Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury and rest. Chase had not been present at the start of Wednesday's practice. The Bengals host the Titans on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: It's a rest day, so we think he'll be good to go against the Titans. Chase is always a top-tier WR1 when he plays, but circle back Friday just to check on his status. |
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Jets WR Garrett Wilson said on Wednesday that he has not asked to be traded and will not ask the team to deal him before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. "Yeah, I want to be here," Wilson said. "I want to win games. That's the one thing we've been missing on here. I love it here. Do I love it more than I love winning? Nah, to be completely honest. But I'm hopeful." Wilson, who was targeted three times with two catches for 26 yards in Sunday's 28-25 loss to the Dolphins, said the on-field frustration between him and QB Geno Smith was not directed at each other, and Smith said Wednesday, "I'm looking to get him the football, as much as I can. But I have to be mindful of the defense as well."
| Footballguys view: Football is an emotional sport, and sometimes emotions boil over when running hot. Wilson is a cornerstone player for the Jets, no matter what the head coach/quarterback combination may be in the future. |
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Titans WR Calvin Ridley (hip) returned to practice on Wednesday after missing Sunday's game against the Browns. Ridley did not practice Thursday or Friday last week and was listed as questionable for that game before sitting out. The Titans play at the Bengals on Sunday.
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Chargers WR Tre' Harris (hamstring) is expected to practice on Wednesday, head coach Jim Harbaugh said. Harris injured his hamstring against the Broncos and was ruled out for the Week 6 game at Kansas City.
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The reporter believes the Jaguars are "more open than ever to listening to trade offers" for WR Brian Thomas Jr. ahead of the trade deadline. He added that Thomas' trade value is "complicated," a topic he discussed with Daniel Popper in an early trade-deadline preview.
| Footballguys view: The deadline is Nov. 10, and Thomas should have a few suitors if the Jaguars have him on the trade block. A change of scenery could be best for a receiver who hasn't caught a pass since Week 4. |
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Packers WR Matthew Golden (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's Week 8 game against the Panthers. Golden was estimated as a non-participant on Tuesday's injury report.
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Panthers WR Jalen Coker (shoulder) did not receive a game status and will play Thursday night against the Packers.
| Footballguys view: Coker caught 1-of-4 targets for nine yards in the Panthers' Week 7 loss to the Bucs. That's a terrible stat line, but Fantasy GMs should still be considering him a WR2 against the Packers on Thursday Night Football. |
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Bills WR DJ Moore was on the practice field Wednesday wearing a red non-contact jersey, joining the wide receivers for a drill with QB Josh Allen. Head coach Joe Brady had said Wednesday that "it will be nice to get" Moore back on the field. Moore (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's official injury report.
| Footballguys view: Moore has been dealing with a shoulder injury (AC joint sprain) and was inactive against the Raiders in Week 6. A Week 7 bye helped Moore get more time to get right. Let's see what his practice status is this week, Friday specifically, as the Bills prepare for a big game versus the Ravens. |
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Patriots WR A.J. Brown said on Wednesday that he is sometimes still trying to get his explosiveness back since his right high-ankle sprain. "Yeah, sometimes. Sometimes I see it and sometimes I'm pushing through. But none of that stuff really matters. I'm out here, so...." Brown said.
| Footballguys view: Brown caught 3-of-6 targets for 48 yards in the Patriots' Week 7 loss to the Bears. He's not quite himself, and the chemistry he has with Drake Maye is a work in progress. Against the Dolphins on Sunday afternoon, we've got Brown in the WR2 range. Fantasy GMs won't be too confident, but they don't want to miss out if/when Brown has a breakout week. |
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Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase was "not currently present" for Wednesday's practice, as spotted by Trags. The Bengals host the Titans on Sunday.
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Bills WR DJ Moore is set to return to the field on Wednesday, head coach Joe Brady said. "It will be nice to get him back on the football field today," Brady said.
| Footballguys view: Moore, who has been dealing with a shoulder injury, was inactive against the Raiders before the bye, and Brady said afterward that the "hope and intent" was for him to return after the bye week. |
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The Browns are "less likely" to move WR Jerry Jeudy at the moment, per sources. The Steelers, Cleveland's Week 8 opponent, are among the teams looking for wide receiver help ahead of the trade deadline.
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The Commanders formally placed WR Terry McLaurin on injured reserve on Wednesday after he suffered a season-ending torn patellar tendon in a Week 6 loss to the 49ers. WR Van Jefferson was promoted from the practice squad in a corresponding move, chosen over rookie WR Jaden Bradley as a more veteran depth option. The beat writer expects WR Treylon Burks to man the X position and rookie WR Antonio Williams to see a significant increase in his snap count.
| Footballguys view: The move with McLaurin is now official, and it means he missed seven games last year and will miss 12 games this season. He's got a $34 million cap hit in 2027, but there is a potential out for the team after this year (which brings $25.5 million in dead cap). The Commanders will turn to Antonio Williams for some of the downfield work McLaurin would do. |
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Chiefs WR Rashee Rice will practice on Wednesday, head coach Andy Reid said. Reid said everyone on the active roster will practice, including Rice. Rice missed last Sunday's loss to the Seahawks with a hamstring strain.
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Commanders WR Stefon Diggs is being held out of practice on Wednesday but will be "full-go" on Thursday, head coach Dan Quinn said. Quinn said going forward this likely will be the case for Diggs each week, and that it was not related to the hand injury Diggs appeared to suffer against the 49ers.
| Footballguys view: It's what many veterans do around the league. We're just left to wonder what ailment Diggs is dealing with. He's out on Wednesday, but we're expecting full participation on Thursday. That means Diggs is good to go for the Week 8 game against the Eagles. We like him in the WR2/flex range for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. |
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Commanders WR Stefon Diggs will not practice on Wednesday, head coach Dan Quinn said. Quinn added that Diggs will be a full participant on Thursday. The reason for Wednesday's absence was undisclosed.
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Titans WR Carnell Tate is not practicing on Wednesday because of a shoulder injury, head coach Robert Saleh said. Tate spent time in the medical tent during Sunday's game against the Browns before walking out with his helmet on. The Titans visit the Bengals in Week 8.
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Colts WR Josh Downs has received trade interest from multiple AFC teams, including the Steelers. A deal is not considered likely this week, but the expectation is that a trade will eventually happen, per sources.
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Colts WR Josh Downs is requesting a trade from Indianapolis, according to sources. WR-needy teams had already called the Colts about Downs, who was described on Tuesday as 'a name that could be dealt' as the team listens to offers on everyone.
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Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka (concussion) was practicing on Wednesday while wearing a black non-contact jersey. Egbuka was ruled out for last Sunday's game against the Panthers. Head coach Todd Bowles called him 'questionable' for Week 8 on Monday and said the team would know more after practice.
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Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle aggravated his previous chest injury on a reverse in last Sunday's game against the Cardinals, sources said. His status for Sunday's game against the Chiefs will be determined at a later time, and his availability will be based on how practice goes.
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Ravens WR Rashod Bateman checked in at No. 18 on ESPN's list of the league's top 25 possible trade candidates ahead of the deadline, compiled by Matt Bowen and Jeremy Fowler. They estimated Bateman's chances of being traded at 15% and listed the Commanders and Chiefs as potential fits. "Bateman has long been a bit miscast in Baltimore," Fowler wrote, adding that "rookie Ja'Kobi Lane is well-positioned for WR2 status in Baltimore." Bateman has 266 receiving yards through seven games this season.
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WR-needy teams have called the Colts about WR Josh Downs, according to several league sources. Downs is "a name that could be dealt as well," with the Colts agreeing to trade DT DeForest Buckner to the 49ers on Tuesday.
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The Raiders activated second-year WR Dont'e Thornton Jr. from injured reserve on Tuesday, releasing DT Jonah Laulu in a corresponding move. Thornton's practice window opened October 7, and the 21-day evaluation period was approaching its Wednesday deadline. Raiders coach Klint Kubiak repeatedly indicated Thornton needed to demonstrate he was ready to contribute, and the team declined to activate him for Sunday's loss to the Rams.
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Packers WR Matthew Golden was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report.
| Footballguys view: It is the second straight day Golden was estimated as DNP after also being listed that way on Monday. Golden was hurt in the second quarter of Sunday's loss to the Lions but returned and finished the game, so there's reason for some optimism. The Packers will file their final injury report for Thursday night's game on Wednesday. |
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Panthers WR Jalen Coker (shoulder) was listed as a full participant on Tuesday's injury report after he was limited on Monday.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers held another walk-through on Tuesday because of the short week, so the report was a projection. The final report with game statuses for Thursday's game at Green Bay comes on Wednesday. Still, a positive trajectory (even estimated) is a good sign. We'll follow up after the injury report is released on Wednesday. |
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Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter's snaps will not change dramatically after his best two-way game, head coach Liam Coen said on Monday. "Just keep chomping away at it," Coen said. "We're not going to over-rotate to a good game. There are a lot of games left in the season."
| Footballguys view: Hunter caught four passes for 59 yards and a touchdown and intercepted Texans QB C.J. Stroud in the end zone in the Week 6 loss to Houston, and Coen added that "last week you saw his impact and effect on games where he is playing more." It's going to take some time for fantasy investors to get a feel for how consistent Hunter's offensive opportunities might be. But with Brian Thomas Jr. struggling (and possibly being a trade candidate), proactively adding Hunter on a speculative basis makes sense. |
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Colts WR Keenan Allen is among the Indianapolis names to watch ahead of the trade deadline. The Colts are willing to listen to offers on everyone after agreeing to trade G Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks on Tuesday.
| Footballguys view: Allen has emerged as one of the Colts' most consistent offensive performers in recent weeks. He's been mentioned in reports suggesting the Bills would be interested. Allen is no longer the elite receiver he once was, but he is still a good veteran option and could be a safety net for Josh Allen. Stay tuned. |
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Colts WR Josh Downs is among the Indianapolis names to watch ahead of the trade deadline. The Colts are willing to listen to offers on everyone after agreeing to trade G Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks on Tuesday.
| Footballguys view: ESPN's Adam Schefter points to Downs, DeForest Buckner, and Grover Stewart as players who could potentially be on the move. Downs has fallen short of expectations this season, but that seems more due to overall circumstances than any shortcomings on his part. We'll see if he draws legitimate interest. |
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49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Monday that he is hopeful WR Mike Evans (Achilles) will be back for the team's Week 9 game against the Raiders.
| Footballguys view: Evans was ruled out on Friday and missed Sunday's Week 7 game at Atlanta. We spoke with USA Today's Kyle Madson over the weekend, and he said the team expected Evans and Deebo Samuel to both be ready after the bye. Madson added that De'Zhaun Stribling and Demarcus Robinson could return soon as well. |
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Panthers WR Jalen Coker (shoulder) was listed as limited on Monday's injury report. The Panthers held only a walk-through on Monday, so the report is an estimate, as they prepare for Thursday's Week 8 game at Green Bay.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers held only a walk-through on Monday, so the report is an estimate as they prepare for Thursday's Week 8 game at Green Bay. This is a new injury for Coker, so we'll be following up as needed, likely all the way through Thursday's kickoff. |
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Packers WR Matthew Golden (shoulder) was among seven players on Green Bay's estimated injury report on Monday.
| Footballguys view: The Packers did not practice but released an estimated report because of the quick turnaround for Thursday's Week 8 game against the Panthers. Golden was hurt in the second quarter of Sunday's loss to the Lions but returned and finished the game. We'll be following up on his progress as needed, right up through Thursday's kickoff. |
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Cardinals WR Jalen Brooks had surgery on Monday to repair the wrist he injured late in Sunday's loss to the Broncos, when he was tackled at the Denver 1-yard line at the end of a 35-yard catch. "Have to get an emergency surgery on my wrist. I don't need any phone calls. Just Prayer. I'll be done for the season," Brooks posted. He played in all seven games without a start, catching five of 17 targets for 81 yards, and his targets had increased after the Cardinals traded WR Marvin Harrison Jr. WR Simi Fehoko, who has mostly played special teams, will now fill Brooks' role on offense.
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Cowboys WR George Pickens took a hit to his right shoulder from Eagles CB Quinyon Mitchell during Monday night's game in Philadelphia. Pickens has been dealing with a shoulder issue the last couple of weeks. He had no injury designation for the game after being a full participant in Friday's practice.
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49ers WR Deebo Samuel is expected back after the team's bye, though it is not guaranteed, head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Monday, as relayed by Cam Inman.
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Packers WR Christian Watson is not on the team's first injury report of the week, released Monday ahead of Thursday's Week 8 game against the Panthers. Watson had been dealing with an ankle injury but carried no injury designation for Sunday's loss to the Lions.
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