As we dive head-first into Week 4, it is worth noting that this is the first week players will be eligible to return from the Injured Reserve this season. In fact, Tavon Austin was activated from the IR and played on Thursday night for the Jaguars.
Make sure to stay on top of all the Injured Reserve and reserve/COVID-19 lists with our trackers. And check out below for information and analysis for every game this weekend:
Washington Football Team at Atlanta Falcons; 1:00 PM
Washington
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brandon Scherff
|
G | Chest | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Benjamin St-Juste
|
DB | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Matt Ioannidis
|
DT | Knee | LP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Antonio Gibson
|
RB | Shin | (-) | DNP | LP | Questionable |
– Washington’s offense has struggled staying on the field this year, ranking dead last in third down percentage this year. However, it looks like Curtis Samuel is on track to make his 2021 debut after spending the first three weeks of the season on the IR.
Samuel was a valuable weapon for the Panthers last year, catching 28 passes on third down and converting 19 third downs through the air and on the ground. Antonio Gibson is also expected to play after missing Thursday’s practice with a shin injury.
Falcons
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Marlon Davidson
|
DT | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Russell Gage
|
WR | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Frank Darby
|
WR | Calf | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Colby Gossett
|
G | Illness | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Erik Harris
|
S | Back | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
A.J. Terrell
|
CB | Concussion | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears; 1:00 PM
Lions
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Trey Flowers
|
OLB | Shoulder/Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Michael Brockers
|
DE | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Romeo Okwara
|
OLB | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
D'Andre Swift
|
RB | Groin | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
– The Lions defensive front is thin, especially after the releasing of Jamie Collins this week. Trey Flowers will also miss his second-straight game with shoulder and knee injuries.
Derrick Barnes started for Flowers last week and finished with four total tackles and zero quarterback pressures.
Bears
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tashaun Gipson Sr.
|
DB | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Doubtful |
| Xavier Crawford | DB | Back | (-) | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Joel Iyiegbuniwe
|
LB | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Jesse James
|
TE | Personal | DNP | DNP | FP | (-) |
|
Khalil Mack
|
LB | Foot | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Andy Dalton
|
QB | Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Eddie Goldman
|
DL | Knee | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Darnell Mooney
|
WR | Groin | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Justin Fields
|
QB | Right thumb | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
– Quarterback has been a hot topic of debate in the Windy City and Matt Nagy refusing to name a starter on Friday will only stoke those flames. The only thing we know is Nick Foles has been eliminated from contention.
Maybe this will come down to how Andy Dalton’s knee feels this weekend. Justin Fields was a full-go in practice this week so the health of his thumb shouldn’t be an issue. However, Dalton hasn’t had a full practice in two weeks and his return could signify the team is desperate to beat the 0-3 Lions. The Lions pass defense has been porous this year, allowing 8.8 net yards per pass attempt.
Carolina Panthers at Dallas Cowboys; 1:00 PM
Panthers
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Christian McCaffrey
|
RB | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Yetur Gross-Matos
|
DE | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | Doubtful |
|
John Miller
|
G | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Terrace Marshall Jr.
|
WR | Thumb | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
CJ Henderson
|
CB | Groin | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Phil Hoskins
|
DT | Not injury-related | DNP | DNP | LP | (-) |
|
Cameron Erving
|
T | Knee | FP | FP | (-) | |
|
Shaq Thompson
|
LB | Back | FP | FP | (-) |
– Chuba Hubbard will start for the Panthers after rushing for 46 yards on his final six carries against Houston. The rookie struggled to find his footing before that, rushing for 16 yards on his first 13 NFL carries.
– Defensively, the Panthers placed rookie Jaycee Horn on the IR after he broke his foot on Thursday night. Carolina made a move, acquiring C.J. Henderson in a trade with the Jaguars. Henderson struggled as a rookie and was inactive last week due to a groin injury.
Cowboys
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dorance Armstrong
|
DE | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Ty Nsekhe
|
T | Illness | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Carlos Watkins
|
DE | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Donovan Wilson
|
S | Groin | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Randy Gregory
|
DE | Knee | DNP | LP | Questionable | |
|
Tony Pollard
|
RB | Not Injury Related | DNP | FP | (-) |
– Despite the questionable designation, Randy Gregory expects to play on Sunday against Carolina. Gregory played 38 snaps in Week 3 after missing Week 2 due to COVID-19.
– One other thing to monitor is the rest difference between these two teams. The Panthers are coming off 10 days of rest after playing on Thursday Night Football, but the Cowboys have a short week after their win over the Eagles on Monday.
Cleveland Browns at Minnesota Vikings; 1:00 PM
Browns
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Odell Beckham Jr.
|
WR | Shoulder | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jack Conklin
|
T | Knee | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Chris Hubbard
|
T | Triceps | LP | LP | LP | Out |
|
Greg Newsome II
|
CB | Calf | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Sione Takitaki
|
LB | Hamstring | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
J.C. Tretter
|
C | Knee | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Jedrick Wills Jr.
|
T | Ankle | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Jadeveon Clowney
|
DE | Neck | (-) | FP | FP | (-) |
– Greg Newsome’s injury could open the door for Greedy Williams, who has played just 16 defensive snaps this season.
It’s been a steep fall from grace for Williams, who started 12 games as a rookie in 2019 after being drafted in the second round. A nagging injury kept him out of the entire 2020 season and when he finally returned in 2021, Newsome was occupying his spot.
Despite his limited playing time, Williams has already been targeted four times in 2021, allowing one catch for 19 yards. He draws a tough matchup this week against the Vikings' vaunted receiving corps.
Vikings
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ihmir Smith-Marsette
|
WR | Toe | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Tyler Conklin
|
TE | Glute/Elbow | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Mackensie Alexander
|
CB | NIR-Personal | DNP | DNP | FP | (-) |
|
Dalvin Cook
|
RB | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Xavier Woods
|
S | Hamstring | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Eric Kendricks
|
LB | Hip | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Harrison Hand
|
CB | Hamstring | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Anthony Barr
|
LB | Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Kris Boyd
|
CB | Hamstring | LP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Christian Darrisaw
|
T | Groin | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Greg Joseph
|
K | Right Hip | FP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Ben Ellefson
|
TE | Neck | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
|
Bashaud Breeland
|
CB | Illness | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
|
Michael Pierce
|
DT | Elbow/Shoulder | (-) | LP | DNP | Questionable |
– The Vikings are still awaiting the verdict on Dalvin Cook, who missed last week with an ankle injury and remains “questionable.” However, it seems like things are trending in the right direction; Cook was limited in every practice this week after not participating prior to Week 3.
If he is out again, Alexander Mattison proved to be more than capable of shouldering the load, totaling 171 yards from scrimmage on 32 touches.
– Christian Darrisaw practice in full all week, but the Vikings don't seem eager to start the rookie. Despite Rashod Hill's struggles at left tackle, Mike Zimmer doesn't want to rush the first-round pick.
Kansas City Chiefs at Philadelphia Eagles; 1:00 PM
Chiefs
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Rashad Fenton
|
CB | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Orlando Brown
|
T | Groin | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Frank Clark
|
DE | Hamstring | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Chris Jones
|
DT | Wrist | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Charvarius Ward
|
CB | Quad | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Me'cole Hardman
|
WR | Hip | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Chris Lammons
|
CB | Bicep | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Derrick Nnadi
|
DT | Elbow | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Demarcus Robinson
|
WR | Knee | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
L'Jarius Sneed
|
CB | Quad | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Tyreek Hill
|
WR | Rib | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
– With Rashad Fenton out, DeAndre Baker will get the start at cornerback. Baker struggled last week after filling in for Fenton, allowing four catches for 65 yards on six targets.
The Chiefs passing defense has struggled mightily this season, ranking 30th in net yards per attempt allowed and sacking opposing quarterbacks just four times in three games.
Eagles
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Landon Dickerson
|
OL | Hip | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Marcus Epps
|
S | Shoulder | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Lane Johnson
|
T | Ankle | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jason Kelce
|
C | Foot/Rest | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jordan Mailata
|
T | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Rodney McLeod
|
S | Knee | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Davion Taylor
|
LB | Calf | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
– The Eagles will get some help on the back end of their defense with the impending return of Rodney McLeod. McLeod hasn't played this season while recovering from a torn ACL.
McLeod will pair with Anthony Harris to give the Eagles a pair of ball-hawking safeties to play over the top. His return couldn't come at a better time with K'Von Wallace going on the IR with a separated shoulder.
– Andre Dillard will start at left tackle for the second-straight week after Jordan Mailata sprained his knee in practice. The 2019 first-round pick played well against Dallas on Monday night, ranking as Pro Football Focus's 11th-best tackle of the week.
Houston Texans at Buffalo Bills; 1:00 PM
Texans
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Danny Amendola
|
WR | Thigh | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Terrance Mitchell
|
DB | Concussion / Illness | DNP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Scottie Phillips
|
RB | Illness | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Deshaun Watson
|
QB | Not Injury Related | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Justin Britt
|
OL | Thigh | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Kamu Grugier-Hill
|
LB | Knee | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Justin Reid
|
DB | Knee | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Ross Blacklock
|
DL | Illness | (-) | DNP | (-) | (-) |
|
Garret Wallow
|
LB | Illness | (-) | DNP | LP | Questionable |
– Justin Reid won't miss any time after missing all of last week with a knee injury. Despite the Texans' defensive struggles against the Panthers, it wasn't due to Lonnie Johnson being inserted into the starting lineup, Johnson played well, especially in coverage.
Bills
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jordan Poyer
|
S | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Jon Feliciano
|
OL | Illness | LP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Micah Hyde
|
S | Quad | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Taron Johnson
|
CB | Groin | LP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
|
Efe Obaba
|
DE | Ankle | (-) | DNP | FP | Questionable |
– The loss of Jordan Poyer will be a tough one for the Bills. Poyer had an interception last week before suffering an ankle injury. Jaquan Johnson should start for Poyer on Sunday despite playing just 119 snaps during his three years in the NFL.
– With Jon Feliciano sidelined, Ike Boettger could get the start at guard after playing sparingly in the first three weeks of the season. Boettger did make 10 starts for the Bills at left guard last year, allowing zero sacks.
Indianapolis Colts at Miami Dolphins; 1:00 PM
Colts
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jack Doyle
|
TE | Back | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Darius Leonard
|
LB | Ankle | DNP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Quenton Nelson
|
C/G | Ankle/Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Kwity Paye
|
DE | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Braden Smith
|
T/G | Foot/Thumb | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Khari Willis
|
S | Ankle/Groin | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Antwaun Woods
|
DT | Back | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Rock Ya-Sin
|
CB | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Mark Glowinski
|
G | Knee | LP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Jonathan Taylor
|
RB | Kne | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Carson Wentz
|
QB | Ankles | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
– The loss of Quenton Nelson looms large for an offensive line that has struggled to protect a hobbled Carson Wentz. Chris Reed will fill in for Nelson after allowing three quarterback pressures in relief of the All Pro in Week 3.
– Rookie first-round pick Kwity Paye hasn't had a quarterback pressure since Week 1 and will miss this week with a hamstring injury. Al-Quadin Muhammad leads the Colts in sacks and should get more snaps on the right side of the defense.
Dolphins
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
William Fuller V
|
WR | Chest/Elbow | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Jerome Baker
|
LB | Hamstring | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Michael Deiter
|
C/G | Foot/Quad | LP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Xavien Howard
|
CB | Shoulder | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Brandon Jones
|
S | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
DeVante Parker
|
WR | Shoulder | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
New York Giants at New Orleans Saints; 1:00 PM
Giants
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ben Bredeson
|
G | Hand | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Sterling Shepard
|
WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Darius Slayton
|
WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Saquon Barkley
|
RB | Knee | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Keion Crossen
|
DB | Elbow | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Nate Ebner
|
DB | Quad | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Cullen Gillaspia
|
FB | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Kenny Golladay
|
WR | Hip | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Casey Kreiter
|
LS | Knee | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Logan Ryan
|
DB | Hamstring | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Kaden Smith
|
TE | Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Tae Crowder
|
LB | Hamstring | (-) | LP | LP | Questionable |
– The Giants newest wide receivers will get a lot of opportunities on Sunday with Sterling Shepard and Darius Slayton both ruled out. Shepard has been the Giants best receiver, leading the team in catches and yards, while Slayton currently leads the Giants in yards per reception.
In their absence, Kenny Golladay and Kadarius Toney should receive most of Daniel Jones’s attention, although Collin Johnson has been the team’s best receiver in terms of yards per route run.
Saints
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Erik McCoy
|
C/G | Calf | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Terron Armstead
|
T | Elbow | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Marshon Lattimore
|
CB | Hand | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jameis Winston
|
QB | Knee | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Demario Davis
|
LB | NFI – Personal | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
– James Hurst will start at left tackle, replacing the injured Terron Armstead. He last started at left tackle in Week 13 of last year, earning a pass-blocking grade of 91.5 from Pro Football Focus.
However, he did allow a sack in relief of Armstead a week ago.
Tennessee Titans at New York Jets; 1:00 PM
Titans
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
A.J. Brown
|
WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Bud Dupree
|
OLB | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Caleb Farley
|
CB | Shoulder | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Julio Jones
|
WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Taylor Lewan
|
T | Toe | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Larrell Murchison
|
DL | Elbow | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Kristian Fulton
|
CB | Ankle | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Brett Kern
|
P | Rt. Groin | LP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Rodger Saffold III
|
G | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Teair Tart
|
DT | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Jayon Brown
|
LB | Hamstring | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Anthony Firkser
|
TE | Knee | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
– The Titans will be without A.J. Brown and Julio Jones on Sunday as both receivers deal with hamstring injuries. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Chester Rodgers will be starting receivers after each catching a touchdown last week.
Jets
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Marcus Maye
|
S | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Elijah Moore
|
WR | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Jeff Smith
|
WR | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Jamison Crowder
|
WR | Groin | LP | LP | FP | Questionable |
|
Tyler Kroft
|
TE | Rib | LP | LP | FP | Questionable |
|
La'Mical Perine
|
RB | Illness (non-COVID) | (-) | DNP | FP | Questionable |
Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Rams; 4:05 PM
Cardinals
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kelvin Beachum
|
OL | Ribs | DNP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
|
DeAndre Hopkins
|
WR | Ribs | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Justin Murray
|
OL | Back | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Justin Pugh
|
OL | Back | DNP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Eno Benjamin
|
RB | Hamstring | (-) | LP | DNP | Out |
– Despite not practicing all week, Kelvin Beachum is listed as questionable, as are linemen Justin Murray and Justin Pugh. The entire trio were off the field by the end of Week 3.
Max Garcia and Sean Harlow finished the game last week and would be suitable replacements, should the Cardinals be missing starters again. It'll be a tough assignment however, the Rams boast the sixth-highest graded pass rush according to PFF.
Rams
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Darrell Henderson Jr.
|
RB | Ribs | LP | LP | FP | Questionable |
|
Robert Rochell
|
DB | Illness | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Tutu Atwell
|
WR | Illness | DNP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Leonard Floyd
|
OLB | Ankle | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
– The Rams will have Darrell Henderson back in the fold after he missed Week 3 with a rib injury. Despite the hot start, the Rams rushing attack has struggled, averaging just 3.3 yards per carry. Sony Michel carried the load last week, picking up 79 yards from scrimmage on 20 carries and four catches.
On the flip side, the Arizona Cardinals defense has struggled up front, allowing 5.4 yards per carry all season.
– Los Angeles will also be without linebacker Justin Hollins, who was added to the IR this week. Hollins notched a pair of sacks in Week 1 and will be replaced by 2020 third-round pick Terrell Lewis. Lewis had a quarterback hit in Week 3 and had two sacks in his rookie season.
Seattle Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers; 4:05 PM
Seahawks
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dee Eskridge
|
WR | Concussion | DNP | LP | DNP | Doubtful |
|
Rashaad Penny
|
RB | Calf | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Brandon Shell
|
T | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Kerry Hyder Jr.
|
DE | Concussion | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Tyler Lockett
|
WR | Hip | LP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Bryan Mone
|
DT | Elbow | FP | FP | (-) | (-) |
|
D.J. Reed
|
CB | Calf | FP | FP | (-) | (-) |
|
Poona Ford
|
DT | Ankle | FP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Benson Mayowa
|
LB | Neck | FP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
DK Metcalf
|
WR | Foot | (-) | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Alton Robinson
|
DE | Knee | (-) | LP | DNP | Questionable |
– Dee Eskridge seemed to be on-track to return this week, but that will have to be delayed as he works his way through concussion protocol. However, Tyler Lockett's full participation in Friday's practice is a good sign he will be ready to play come Sunday.
– Right tackle Brandon Shell will miss a second-straight week and Cedric Ogbuehi is a possibility to start in his spot, provided he is activated from the IR. Jamarco Jones and Jake Curhan split time at right tackle last week, playing 27 and 26 snaps, respectively.
Arik Armstead could be a horrifying matchup for whoever plays right tackle; he has 16 quarterback pressures so far this season.
49ers
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
George Kittle
|
TE | Calf | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Josh Norman
|
CB | Chest | DNP | DNP | DNP | Doubtful |
|
K'Waun Williams
|
CB | Calf | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Javon Kinlaw
|
DT | Knee | DNP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Elijah Mitchell
|
RB | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Arik Armstead
|
DL | Adductor | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
– It seemed like the 49ers secondary was finally getting healthy last week, but it will be short-handed against the K'Waun Williams and Josh Norman both most-likely out.
Their absences will lead to Emmanuel Moseley and Deommodore Lenoir starting at outside corner. Moseley made his season debut last week, breaking up three passes. The rookie Lenoir struggled last week, allowing completions on all four of his targets.
Pittsburgh Steelers at Green Bay Packers; 4:25 PM
Steelers
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ben Roethlisberger
|
QB | Pectoral | DNP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
JuJu Smith-Schuster
|
WR | Ribs | DNP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Carlos Davis
|
DT | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Chukwuma Okorafor
|
OL | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Diontae Johnson
|
WR | Knee | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Alex Highsmith
|
LB | Groin | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Rashaad Coward
|
OL | Ankle | LP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
T.J. Watt
|
LB | Groin | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Chase Claypool
|
WR | Hamstring | (-) | LP | DNP | Questionable |
– Perhaps no return will be more impactful than that of T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. The two edge rushers were sorely missed last week when the Steelers managed just three quarterback pressures against a Bengals team that allowed the Jaguars defense to rack up 12 pressures on Thursday night.
Packers
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Krys Barnes
|
LB | Concussion | DNP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Elgton Jenkins
|
G | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Doubtful |
|
Aaron Jones
|
RB | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | (-) |
|
Kevin King
|
CB | Concussion | DNP | DNP | DNP | Doubtful |
|
Josh Myers
|
C/G | Finger | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Vernon Scott
|
S | Hamstring | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Marquez Valdes-Scantling
|
WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
A.J. Dillon
|
RB | Back | (-) | LP | LP | (-) |
– It looks like the Packers will be without Elgton Jenkins for at least another week. Yosh Nijman played well despite being the third-string left tackle, allowing zero pressures in Week 3.
Baltimore Ravens at Denver Broncos; 4:25 PM
Ravens
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
DeShon Elliott
|
S | Quad | DNP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
|
Lamar Jackson
|
QB | Back | DNP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
|
Pernell McPhee
|
LB | Shoulder | DNP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Ronnie Stanley
|
T | Ankle | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Alejandro Villanueva
|
OT | Knee | DNP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Derek Wolfe
|
DE | Back/Hip | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Tavon Young
|
CB | Knee | DNP | FP | FP | Questionable |
|
Anthony Averett
|
CB | Ankle | LP | DNP | Questionable | |
|
Geno Stone
|
S | Thigh | LP | LP | Questionable | |
|
Chuck Clark
|
S | Hip | (-) | LP | Questionable | |
|
Marlon Humphrey
|
CB | Knee | (-) | FP | Questionable |
– The Ravens could see the return of Rashod Bateman and Miles Boykin this week, but the pair of receivers have yet to be activated from the IR, so despite “making progress,” we won't know their status until they are added to the 53-man roster.
– Perhaps the most puzzling status for this weekend is Marlon Humphrey, who was a late addition to the injury report as a full participant during Friday's practice and is now considered questionable for Sunday.
Despite the questionable designation, it would be a shock if he is inactive on Sunday.
Broncos
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Graham Glasgow
|
G | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Dalton Risner
|
G | Ankle | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Melvin Gordon III
|
RB | Ribs/lower leg | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Andre Mintze
|
OLB | Hamstring | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Mike Purcell
|
NT | Knee | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Shelby Harris
|
DE | Wrist/Illness | FP | FP | LP | Questionable |
|
Malik Reed
|
OLB | Ankle/Thumb | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Justin Strnad
|
LB | Hand | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Baron Browning
|
LB | Back | (-) | (-) | DNP | Questionable |
|
Dre'Mont Jones
|
DE | Calf | (-) | (-) | LP | Questionable |
– The Broncos have six different players listed as questionable, but Graham Glasgow is the only guy who is already ruled out of Week 4. The arrangement of the offensive line could depend on Dalton Risner's health, but at the very least, it looks like Netane Muti will start on Sunday.
Muti started at right guard in Week 2, earning a run-blocking grade of 79.1, but allowed a sack and three quarterback pressures.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New England Patriots; 8:20 PM
Buccaneers
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Giovani Bernard
|
RB | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Carlton Davis III
|
CB | Abdomen/Rib | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jamel Dean
|
CB | Knee | LP | LP | DNP | Out |
|
Chris Godwin
|
WR | Thumb | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Rob Gronkowski
|
TE | Ribs | DNP | DNP | DNP | Doubtful |
|
Jaydon Mickens
|
WR | Abdomen | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Jason Pierre-Paul
|
OLB | Shoulder | DNP | DNP | LP | Questionable |
|
Steve McLendon
|
DL | Not injury related | (-) | DNP | FP | (-) |
– While the world waits with baited breathe for Tom Brady's return to Foxborough, it looks like Rob Gronkowski won't be apart of the reunion. Gronk suffered a rib injury last week and was unable to practice as a result.
Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard are the two other tight ends on the roster and both have extensive experience. However, Gronkowski was experiencing a career revitalization this year, ranking third among qualified tight ends in yards per route run.
– Giovani Bernard is ruled out for Sunday, which could lead to more opportunities in the passing game for Ronald Jones. Jones averaged 30 catches per season over the past two years, but has just one reception through three weeks.
Patriots
| Player | Position | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
James White
|
RB | Hip | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
|
Henry Anderson
|
DE | Ankle | LP | LP | (-) | (-) |
|
Ja'Whaun Bentley
|
LB | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Trent Brown
|
OL | Calf | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Nick Folk
|
K | Left Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Kyle Van Noy
|
LB | Groin | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Isaiah Wynn
|
OL | Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Kyle Dugger
|
DB | Hamstring | (-) | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Josh Uche
|
LB | Back | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
J.C. Jackson
|
DB | Knee | (-) | (-) | LP | Questionable |
– The Patriots offensive line remains their biggest question, especially since the team decided to list eight players as questionable this week. Trent Brown hasn't played since Week 1 and Justin Herron allowed another five pressures against the Saints.
Isaiah Wynn is also questionable with a knee injury, but he played every snap last week. His status for Sunday shouldn't be questioned.
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers; (Mon.) 8:15 PM
Raiders
| Player | Position | Injury | Thu | Fri | Sat | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Nate Hobbs
|
CB | Shoulder | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Josh Jacobs
|
RB | Ankle | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Dallin Leavitt
|
S | Concussion | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Trayvon Mullen Jr.
|
CB | Shoulder | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Carl Nassib
|
DE | Toe | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Denzel Perryman
|
LB | Achilles/Quad | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Roderic Teamer
|
S | Ankle | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Solomon Thomas
|
DT | Knee | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Alec Ingold
|
FB | Shoulder | (-) | (-) | (-) | Questionable |
Chargers
| Player | Position | Injury | Thu | Fri | Sat | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Keenan Allen
|
WR | Ankle | LP | LP | FP | (-) |
|
Joey Bosa
|
OLB | Foot/Ankle | FP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Alohi Gilman
|
S | Hip | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Chris Harris Jr.
|
CB | Shoulder | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
|
Derwin James Jr.
|
S | Toe/Shoulder | LP | FP | FP | (-) |
|
Justin Jones
|
DL | Calf | LP | LP | DNP | Out |
|
Kenneth Murray Jr.
|
LB | Ankle | (-) | (-) | LP | Questionable |
