Quarterbacks

QB Jeff Blake (Ari) is day-to-day with his bruised heel but is expected to play this weekend.

QB Michael Vick (Atl) is still on crutches and walking with a boot, but he is still on target for a return to action in either Week Six or Seven.

QB Kyle Boller (Bal) has a slight MCL sprain in his left knee.  He is expected to practice this week and play on Sunday.

QB Jake Delhomme (Car) has a bye this week.

QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) has a bye this week.

QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) suffered a neck stinger near the end of last week's game.  Chicago has a bye this week so Stewart will most likely be ready to play on Monday September 29th.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Josh Booty (Cle) was waived by the team on Wednesday.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Kelly Holcomb (Cle) admitted on Wednesday that so far this season he has ‘stunk’.  There’s not much to add after that.

QB Quincy Carter (Dal) has a bye this week.

QB Jake Plummer (Den) is still sore but the team is optimistic he'll be able to play this Monday despite his shoulder injury. He practiced Wednesday and was able to throw the short routes. Watch closely.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Jake Plummer (Den) was able to test his sore shoulder with some long passes on Thursday.  He is still sore, but (barring a setback) he will be able to play this Monday night.

QB Mark Brunell (Jac) was experiencing some back soreness but is expected to play this weekend.

QB Brian Griese (Mia) is still out with his toe injury.

QB Tom Brady (NE) is expected to play this weekend despite his elbow injury.

QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) has a bye this week.

QB Jeff Garcia (SF) suffered a mild concussion in last weekend's game but returned and finished the contest.  He is expected to practice and play as usual this week.

QB Marc Bulger (StL) will continue for at least one more week as the team's starting QB.  Kurt Warner will be the backup. Warner has been quoted though that he understands and that the team needs to pick a guy that doesn't look over his shoulder so this looks to us like a long term deal barring injury.

QB Brad Johnson (TB) will play this weekend despite his groin strain.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Brad Johnson (TB) partially participated in Wednesday’s practice, but he will still start this weekend.

QB Jim Miller (TB) was released by the team after it was determined he had an Achilles tear.

QB Steve McNair (Ten) was obviously limited last week with his knee injury and also dislocated his right ring finger.  The team believes he'll be a bit healthier this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Steve McNair (Ten) experienced a great deal of pain in his finger and stopped throwing during Wednesday’s practice.  On Thursday, he felt much better and was able to take center snaps and throw without problems.  Barring a setback, he will be able to go this weekend.  He didn’t run much though as he and the team still wants to rest his knee.

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Running Backs

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB T.J. Duckett (Atl) left Wednesday’s practice early with thigh injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Jamal Lewis (Bal) may have given LaDainian Tomlinson and the entire Chargers franchise a little extra motivation.  Lewis said the matchup between Tomlinson and Ravens LB Ray Lewis would be no contest.  Tomlinson wasn’t too thrilled with those comments.

FB Harold Morrow (Bal) will not play this weekend with his elbow injury.

RB Musa Smith (Bal) will miss another week and is close to being placed on the injured reserve list due to his knee injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Sammy Morris (Buf) may miss this week’s game due to his leg injury.

RBs Stephen Davis and DeShaun Foster (Car) have a bye this week.

RBs Anthony Thomas and Adrian Peterson (Chi) have a bye this week.

RB Corey Dillon (Cin) missed some of last week's game after hyper-extending his right knee.  He is considered day-to-day but fully expects to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Corey Dillon (Cin) was able to practice on Thursday and will almost certainly play this weekend.

RB Rudi Johnson (Cin) practiced on Wednesday and has a chance to play this weekend as he attempts to return from his thigh injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Rudi Johnson (Cin) has been upgrade to Probable on the injury report and will almost certainly play this weekend.

RBs Troy Hambrick, Aveion Cason, and Richie Anderson (Dal) all have a bye this week.

RB Clinton Portis (Den) received good news with his MRI and X-ray and is expected to practice this week and play this weekend despite his chest injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Najeh Davenport (GB) may lose a few touches to Tony Fisher if he does not control his fumbling problem.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Nick Luchey (GB) missed Wednesday’s practice and could sit this weekend as well.  If he doesn’t play, Najeh Davenport will be the team’s backup FB.

RB Dominic Rhodes (Ind) missed Wednesday's practice.  His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

RB Priest Holmes (KC) has bruised ribs, was held out of Wednesday's practice, and is officially questionable for Sunday's game.  He likely will play this weekend. He's on the official injury report with a calf injury. Coach Dick Vermeil described his situation as "Running Back's Body" but at this point, we expect him to go. Obviously, we'll watch this closely though through the week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Priest Holmes (KC) did practice on Thursday.  We still believe he’ll start as usual this weekend..

RB Doug Chapman (Min) is still bothered by his ankle injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Terrell Smith (NO) missed Wednesday’s practice with a knee strain but is expected to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Chris Hetherington (Oak) missed Wednesday’s practice with his hamstring injury and could miss this weekend’s game.

RBs Duce Staley, Correll Buckhalter, and Brian Westbrook (Phi) have a bye this week.

RB Verron Haynes (Pit) may miss this week's game with a knee injury.  If he does, look for Amos Zereoue to stay in on 3rd downs.

RB Lamar Gordon (StL) is now the team's starting FB.  Former starter Arlen Harris is the backup.

RB Chris Brown (Ten) appears to be on the verge of returning to action after a hamstring injury, but he is still listed as day-to-day.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Chris Brown (Ten) did practice on Wednesday.

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Wide Receivers

WR Larry Foster (Ari) did not practice on Wednesday but hopes to return this weekend after missing last Sunday with an ankle injury.

WR Bryan Gilmore (Ari) did not practice on Wednesday but hopes to return this weekend after missing last Sunday with a knee injury.

WR Kevin Kasper (Ari) missed Wednesday's practice and will likely miss another week with his back injury.

WR Jason McAddley (Ari) was able to practice on Wednesday despite his concussion.

WR Sam Aiken (Buf) is day-to-day with his hamstring injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Sam Aiken (Buf) is still bothered by his hamstring, but he will likely play this weekend.

WRs Muhsin Muhammad, Steve Smith, and Ricky Proehl (Car) have a bye this week.

WRs Marty Booker, Dez White, and David Terrell (Chi) have a bye this week.

WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) will miss another week with his hamstring injury.

WRs Joey Galloway, Antonio Bryant, and Terry Glenn (Dal) all have a bye this week.

WR Az-Zahir Hakim (Det) may actually play this weekend.

WR Donald Driver (GB) was able to practice (without contact) on Wednesday, but he will almost definitely miss this weekend's game.

WR Robert Ferguson (GB) reaggravated his knee injury in last week's game.  At best, he'll practice late this week and will likely be limited then.

WR Brandon Stokley (Ind) did not practice on Wednesday and could miss another week with his bad hamstring.  Troy Walters will again be the team's #3 WR.

WR D'Wayne Bates (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his slight foot sprain.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR D’Wayne Bates (Min) has yet to practice this week and is far from a lock to play this weekend (as was originally thought).

WR Joe Horn (NO) showed last Sunday that he is in fact a 'warrior' after catching 10 balls for 111 yards despite having a painful knee injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) is officially on a 6-8 week recovery schedule after hernia surgery.  Today however he said he’ll return more quickly than that.  What does that mean?  Who knows, but you have to love the attitude.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Alvis Whitted (Oak) will be the team’s #3 WR this weekend.

WRs Todd Pinkston, James Thrash, and Freddie Mitchell (Phi) have a bye this week.

WR David Boston (SD) practiced Wednesday but is still bothered by his heel bruise.  To quote Boston, "I can't do anything while I'm hurt".  To quote Footballguys.com, "Boston is no Joe Horn". It is no certainty that he'll play this week.

WR Reche Caldwell (SD) will miss at least a couple of months after dislocating / fracturing his wrist last weekend.

WR Eric Parker (SD) is a hot commodity with the two injuries listed above and should be strongly considered as a waiver wire addition to your roster.

WR Terrell Owens (SF) suffered a mild concussion.  He is expected to practice and play as usual this week.

WR Koren Robinson (Sea) was benched for last weekend's game after being late to a team meeting.  Bobby Engram started in his place.  Assuming his watch is correct all week, Robinson will start this weekend.

WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) will miss the next 4-6 weeks with an MCL tear after a collision with teammate Mike Alstott.  Karl Williams will now be the team's #3 WR.  The team also re-signed Charles Lee.

WR Taylor Jacobs (Was) has not played this season due to his bruised pancreas and will likely miss this weekend as well.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Taylor Jacobs (Was) will miss another week.

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Tight Ends

TEs Kris Mangum, Jermaine Wiggins, and Mike Seidman (Car) have a bye this week.

TE Desmond Clark (Chi) has a bye this week.

TE Matt Schobel (Cin) did not practice Wednesday due to his nagging hamstring.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

TE Dan Campbell (Dal) has a bye this week.

TE Wesley Walls (GB) is still having problems with his hamstring.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Wesley Walls (GB) may sit out this weekend in an effort to let his hamstring heal.

TEs Chad Lewis and L.J. Smith (Phi) have a bye this week.

TE Stephen Alexander (SD) started but could not finish last weekend's game after reaggravating his groin injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Stephen Alexander (SD) will likely miss this weekend’s game with his bad groin.

TE Josh Norman (SD) will miss this weekend's game with a hamstring injury.

TE Justin Peelle (SD) will start for the team if Alexander can not go.

TE Frank Wycheck (Ten) is still out with his latest concussion.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Zeron Flemister (Was) is still ailing with his Achilles injury and will likely miss another week.

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Place Kickers & Special Teamers

PK John Kasay (Car) has a bye this week.

S Jarrod Cooper (Car) was arrested for driving while impaired for the 2nd time in a year and a half.  The team says one more mistake and he's gone.

PK Paul Edinger (Chi) has a bye this week.

PK Billy Cundiff (Dal) has a bye this week.

PK Kris Brown (Hou) has a strained groin and will be limited in practice this week.  He is expected to be fine for this weekend's game.

KR Jermaine Lewis (Jac) has been lost for the season with a knee injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** KR Ronney Jenkins (Oak) missed practice on Wednesday with his ankle injury and might not be able to play this weekend.  If Jenkins can’t play, Justin Fargas would take the KR responsibilities.

PK David Akers (Phi) has a bye this week.

PK Jeff Chandler (SF) was released by the team.

PK Owen Pochman (SF) was signed by the team and will handle the kicking duties.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** PK Owen Pochman (SF) is wowing his new teammates with his leg strength.

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Offensive Linemen

G Edwin Mulitalo (Bal) will likely not be able to play this weekend due to his knee injury.  Casey Rabach will start in his place.

G Terrence Metcalf (Chi) is expected to play Monday September 29th after missing time with his finger injury.

G Victor Leyva (Cin) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend despite his chest injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Victor Leyva (Cin) has been upgraded to Probable on the injury report and will almost certainly play this weekend.

T Barry Stokes (Cle) is wearing a walking boot due to an ankle injury. He did not practice on Wednesday and could miss this weekend's game. Either Ryan Tucker or Joaquin Gonzalez would start in place of Stokes.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Barry Stokes (Cle) is expected to be able to play this weekend despite his ankle injury.

G Milford Brown (Hou) has a sprained PCL and will miss at least two weeks.  Todd Washington will start in his place.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Jeff Saturday (Ind) missed Wednesday’s practice with his sore back but is expected to be able to play this weekend.

T Mark Dixon (Mia) hopes to return from his ankle injury by the October 5th game.

C Damien Woody (NE) missed last week's game with a chest injury but will definitely be able to go this weekend.

T Luke Petitgout (NYG) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend after sitting last Sunday with a sore back.

The New York Giants have made a couple of moves in their starting offensive line.  Chris Bober now starts at RT while rookie Wayne Lucier is the new starting center.

C Jeff Hartings (Pit) is battling knee problems and also has an ankle injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.  If he does play, he will likely be limited at best.

T Derrick Deese (SF) missed last week's game with his high ankle sprain. His status for this weekend is not fully known.

T Scott Gragg (SF) missed last week's game with his ankle injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

G Eric Heitmann (SF) will miss 4-6 weeks with his high ankle sprain.

T Dwayne Ledford (SF) missed the memo about ankle injuries and injured his shoulder instead.  He is still expected to be able to play this weekend.

C Jeremy Newberry (SF) should be able to play this weekend despite his ankle sprain.

G Ron Stone (SF) will be limited at best this week due to his ankle sprain, but the team hopes he'll be able to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Floyd Womack (Sea) will likely play this weekend despite his toe injury.

G Benji Olson (Ten) will miss 2-3 weeks with an MCL sprain.

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Defensive Linemen

DT Marcus Bell (Ari) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play this week despite his knee injury.

DE Kenny King (Ari) will miss 4-6 weeks with his toe injury.

DE Fred Wakefield (Ari) has a concussion.  He did not practice on Wednesday but hopes to be able to go on Thursday.  His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

Note that Carolina DLs have a bye this week.

DE Kavika Pittman (Car) is out for the year after tearing his ACL while being chop-blocked last Sunday by Keenan McCardell.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** In a follow up to the Pittman injury, Keenan McCardell has been fined $12,500 for the chop-block on the defensive end.  Also, Pittman has been placed on IR.

Note that Chicago DLs have a bye this week.

Note that Dallas DLs have a bye this week.

DT Daryl Gardener (Den) should play his first game as a Bronco this Monday.  He has been out with a wrist injury.

DT Seth Payne (Hou) suffered a torn ACL and has been lost for the season.

DE Gary Walker (Hou) is still out with his shoulder injury.  He appears to be targeting a return in early October.

DE Dwight Freeney (Ind) will likely miss this weekend's game with a sprained ankle.  Chad Bratzke will start in his place.

DT Jonathan Sullivan (NO) will be out for 2-3 weeks with his knee injury.

DT Keith Hamilton (NYG) slightly pulled his hamstring last Sunday.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) missed practice on Wednesday with his ankle injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) was able to practice on Wednesday but will likely sit out this weekend’s game.

Note that Philadelphia DLs have a bye this week.

DT Norman Hand (Sea) may miss this weekend's game with his turf toe.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Jimmy Kennedy (StL) missed last week’s game with his elbow infection but has a chance to play this weekend.

DT Ryan Pickett (StL) missed his start due to his ankle sprain.  He did play with the injury and will likely do so all season long.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Ryan Pickett (StL) is limited with his ankle sprain.  This is giving Brian Young more playing time.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Carlos Hall (Ten) did not practice on Wednesday for personal reasons.

DT Albert Haynesworth (Ten) will be out 3-4 weeks with his elbow injury.

DT Jermaine Haley (Was) missed last week with his sprained thumb.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

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Linebackers

LB Ray Thompson (Ari) did not practice on Wednesday and is day-to-day with a concussion.

LB Will Overstreet (Atl) is expected to play this weekend despite an infection in his left elbow.

Note that Carolina LBs have a bye this week.

LB Dan Morgan (Car) is expected to be ready to play on September 28th. He missed last week's game with his hamstring injury.  Carolina has a bye this week which will help Morgan heal.

Note that Chicago LBs have a bye this week.

LB Riall Johnson (Cin) will miss at least a couple of weeks with a calf injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Ben Taylor (Cle) will most likely play this weekend despite his ankle injury.

Note that Dallas LBs have a bye this week.

LB Na'il Diggs (GB) has a sprained MCL.  His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

LB Keith Mitchell (Jac) will be out indefinitely after suffering a neck injury in last week's game.  Danny Clark will start in his place.

LB Eric Westmoreland (Jac) has a strained MCL.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Mike Peterson (Jac) has a little extra motivation for this weekend’s game against the Colts.  Peterson is far from pleased with the way Indianapolis almost pushed him away in free agency.

LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) missed Wednesday's practice with a hamstring injury and will likely miss this weekend's game.

LB Rosevelt Colvin (NE) will be out for at least one week with his hip injury.

LB Sedrick Hodge (NO) could miss 3 months after fracturing a bone in his knee.

Note that Philadelphia LBs have a bye this week.

LB Joey Porter (Pit) practiced on Wednesday and believes he will be ready to play this weekend after missing the first two weeks while recovering from his gunshot wound.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Joey Porter (Pit) has been upgraded to Probable on the injury report and will almost certainly play this weekend.

LB Donnie Edwards (SD) has a groin injury.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) will play this weekend despite his toe injury.

LB Rocky Calmus (Ten) is expected to be ready to play this weekend.

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Defensive Backs

CB Renaldo Hill (Ari) is day-to-day with a concussion

S Justin Lucas (Ari) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend despite his ankle sprain.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Keion Carpenter (Atl) has been upgraded to Probably on the injury report and will almost certainly be able to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Kevin McCadam (Atl) suffered a hamstring injury in Wednesday’s practice and will likely miss this weekend’s game.

Note that Carolina DBs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Travares Tillman (Car) was claimed off waivers from the Texans.

Note that Chicago DBs have a bye this week.

S Cameron Worrell (Chi) will miss 3-4 weeks after knee surgery to repair torn cartilage.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Tory James (Cin) suffered cramps in last week’s game.  He has missed Wednesday’s and Thursday’s practices but is still expected to play this weekend.

Note that Dallas DBs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Darren Sharper (GB) is still bothered by his groin injury but partially participated in Wednesday’s practice.  He is expected to start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Marlon McCree (Hou) was claimed off waivers from the Jaguars Wednesday.  To make room, the Texans released S Travares Tillman.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Walt Harris (Ind) missed Wednesday’s practice with his knee injury but is expected to play this weekend.

CB Kiwaukee Thomas (Jac) severely strained his groin last Sunday.  He will miss this weekend's game.

CB James Trapp (Jac) is nearing a return from his ankle injury.  He has not yet played this season but will likely see action this weekend.

CB William Bartee (KC) returned to practice on Wednesday and should play this weekend.  However, Dexter McCleon will likely get the start.

S Brock Marion (Mia) did not practice on Wednesday with a quadriceps injury, but he is expected to work tomorrow and start on Sunday.

S Shawn Wooden (Mia) was not able to play last weekend with his hamstring injury, but the team expects him to be on the field this Sunday.

S Corey Chavous (Min) should be able to play this weekend despite his knee injury.

CB Donnie Abraham (NYJ) is expected to miss two months with his shoulder injury.  Look for Ray Mickens to start in his place.

CB Dale Carter (NO) could be out for 2 months after fracturing the orbital socket in his eye.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Dale Carter (NO) will only miss 3 weeks after undergoing surgery on his orbital socket.  When he returns, he will wear a protective visor.

S Victor Green (NO) has been signed by the team.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Victor Green (NO) practiced with his new team on Wednesday and could see some action this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Fred Thomas (NO) will start this weekend in place of Dale Carter.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Anthony Dorsett (Oak) was able to practice on Wednesday and will start this weekend barring a set-back.

S Rod Woodson (Oak) will likely miss another week as he recovers from knee surgery, but the team hopes he'll be ready to play by Week Four.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) missed Wednesday’s practice and will likely sit out this weekend’s game.

Note that Philadelphia DBs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Brian Dawkins (Phi) is still out with his Lis Franc injury.  He’ll likely miss another month of action.  With Dawkins out, Clinton Hart is starting.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) is still out with his foot sprain and will likely miss 2-3 more weeks.  Lito Sheppard is starting in Taylor’s place, but (after giving up a pair of TDs) Sheppard was replaced in last week’s game by Sheldon Brown.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Tay Cody (SD) was cut by the team Wednesday.

CB Rashad Holman (SF) could play this weekend despite his groin injury.

CB Jason Webster (SF) is still out with his knee injury and will not return for 2-3 more weeks.

CB Ronde Barber (TB) will play this weekend despite his hamstring strain.

CB Andre Woolfolk (Ten) is still out with his dislocated toe.  He hopes to practice a bit more this week but will likely sit out again this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Fred Smoot (Was) was briefly knocked out during Thursday’s practice.  Smoot had feeling in all of his extremities but was taken to the hospital for tests and observations.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

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