QB Michael Vick (Atl) is improving a great deal, but he is still out with his broken leg.

Note that all Baltimore QBs have a bye this week.

QB Tim Couch (Cle) will in fact get another start this weekend as Kelly Holcomb is still not healthy enough to start.

QB Kelly Holcomb (Cle) may be healthy enough to be able to serve as the team's #2 QB this weekend.

QB Jake Plummer (Den) practiced on Wednesday with his sore knee and will play this weekend.

QB Joey Harrington (Det) may or may not have a sore shoulder. TE Mikhael Ricks spoke of the injury this week, but Harrington denies having anything more than normal bumps and bruises in his throwing shoulder.

Note that all Houston QBs have a bye this week.

QB Mark Brunell (Jac) did not take any snaps with the offense on Wednesday, but he did throw on the sidelines. He has been cleared for 'careful' practicing. Brunell says he expects to play this weekend.

QB Byron Leftwich (Jac) took the first-team snaps in Wednesday's practice. No starter has been named for this weekend but we're leaning towards Leftwich right now. It's still early though.

QB Brian Griese (Mia) was able to practice on Wednesday and is expected to serve as the team's #2 QB this weekend.

QB Daunte Culpepper (Min) was not able to practice on Wednesday and could very well miss this weekend's game. This seems like a easy move for the team to make as the Falcons defense has been torched with regularity.

QB Gus Frerotte (Min) will start again this week according to the Star Tribune as Daunte Culpepper missed Wednesday's practice. Keep in mind though that no official word has been given.

Note that all NY Jets QBs have a bye this week.

QB Vinny Testaverde (NYJ) could see the bench very soon if the team does not begin winning. The team would like to see Brooks Bollinger in game conditions. He has incentives built into his contact that are based upon playing time. Some have questioned why should the team spend extra money to an old QB when they are simply losing?

QB Jeff Garcia (SF) is still bothered by his sore groin, but he is expected to play this weekend.

Note that all St. Louis QBs have a bye this week.

Running backs

Note that all Baltimore RBs have a bye this week.

RB Travis Henry (Buf) was able to practice on Wednesday. The team really needs Henry back as Joe Burns was very ineffective last Sunday.

RB Sammy Morris (Buf) is still out while recovering from hernia surgery.

RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) is expected to play this weekend despite suffering a bruised shoulder last Monday night.

RB Corey Dillon (Cin) is officially listed as questionable with his groin injury, but all signs point to him sitting this week in an effort to be 100% after the team's week six bye. Look for Rudi Johnson to get the lion's share of the carries for the team this weekend.

RB Rudi Johnson (Cin) is expected to start this weekend for Corey Dillon.

RB Kenny Watson (Cin) was signed by the team and should be part of the active roster this weekend.

RB Clinton Portis (Den) is still unknown with regards to his playing status for this weekend. He was able to take part in Wednesday's non-contact session. Obviously, more will be known as we monitor his participation in Thursday's contact sessions. However, with the opponent being the also-undefeated Chiefs, we believe every effort will be made to get Portis on the field.

FB Najeh Davenport (GB) may miss more time this weekend with his injured hamstring.

FB Nicolas Luchey (GB) may miss another week with his thumb injury.

Note that all Houston RBs have a bye this week.

RB Edgerrin James (Ind) says he is in no hurry to come back to action. Said James, "We've got three backs who are good and I don't want to do what I did last year. That's one thing I said in the off-season, that I wasn't going to play if I'm not right. I guess I'm being tested early. You can't rush an injury." James said he has talked with coach Tony Dungy and president Bill Polian regarding playing when he isn't 100 percent, or reasonably close. "We don't want to do what we did last year," James said. "We're winning games. We've got a defense. We've got other backs out there."

RB Priest Holmes (KC) is still a little bothered by his hip flexor, but he will start this weekend against the Broncos.

RB Larry Johnson (KC) suffered a hamstring injury in Wednesday's practice and may miss this weekend's game.

RB Onterrio Smith (Min) will reportedly receive a growing role in the Vikings offense. This means a smaller share for starter Moe Williams.

RB Mike Cloud (NE) has been reinstated after serving a four-week NFL suspension.

RB Fred McCrary (NE) will likely miss this weekend with a knee injury.

RB Ron Dayne (NYG) started for the Dolphins in Wednesday's practice. Actually, he was simulating Ricky Williams for the Giants' defense. We had no idea Williams was that slow.

Note that all NY Jets RBs have a bye this week.

RB LaMont Jordan (NYJ) will receive more touches when the team returns from its bye week. Head coach Herman Edwards says Jordan will replace Curtis Martin more often. It looks like the changing of the guard is at hand.

RB LaDainian Tomlinson (SD) has a sore calf but nothing more. He is expected to play this weekend.

Note that all St. Louis RBs have a bye this week.

RB Lamar Gordon (StL) merely has a sprained wrist. He is expected to be able to start after the team's bye week.

Wide Receivers

WR Larry Foster (Ari) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to be able to play this weekend.

WR Kevin Kasper (Ari) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to be able to play this weekend.

WR Jason McAddley (Ari) missed Wednesday's practice and will not play this weekend with his injured hamstring.

WR Brian Finneran (Atl) was able to practice on Wednesday and has a chance to play this weekend. The team desperately needs Finneran considering the condition of Peerless Price.

WR Peerless Price (Atl) will likely sit this weekend. He is suffering from both a neck injury and a foot injury.

Note that all Baltimore WRs have a bye this week.

WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) is still bothering by his hamstring and missed practice again on Wednesday.

WR Ed McCaffrey (Den) practiced on Wednesday despite his thigh injury and will play this weekend.

WR Shawn Jefferson (Det) could miss this weekend's game with his rib injury.

Note that all Houston WRs have a bye this week.

WR Andre Johnson (Hou) will have a toenail removed during the team's bye week. He is not expected to miss any games.

WR Jimmy Smith (Jac) has returned to the team after serving his four-game NFL suspension and should start this weekend.

WR James McKnight (Mia) was excuse from Wednesday's practice to be with his wife as she gave birth.

WR D'Wayne Bates (Min) may miss another week with his injured foot. When he finally does return, he will likely be behind Kelly Campbell and Nate Burleson.

WR Nate Burleson (Min) has been moved into the starting lineup for this weekend. This moves Kelly Campbell to the #3 role.

WR Randy Moss (Min) didn't practice on Wednesday in order to rest his sore back. He will play this weekend.

WR Joe Horn (NO) missed Wednesday's practice with a bone bruise in his left knee. His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

WR Ike Hilliard (NYG) did not practice on Wednesday. However, he will play this weekend despite his injured heel.

Note that all NY Jets WRs have a bye this week. During their bye, the Jets have made a few changes in their starting WRs. Wayne Chrebet has moved from starting flanker to starting split end. Santana Moss has been moved into the starting lineup at the flanker position. Finally, Curtis Conway has been demoted from the starting lineup and will serve as the team's #3 WR.

WR Jerry Porter (Oak) has said he would be ready to play this weekend, but it looks like he will miss another 1-3 weeks.

WR Plaxico Burress (Pit) has a hip pointer and is not a lock to play this weekend. He missed practice on Wednesday but maintains he will play on Sunday.

WR David Boston (SD) has apologized for his recent behavior and to his teammates. He is expected to play this weekend after missing last Sunday's game due to a team suspension.

WR Reche Caldwell (SD) is still out with his dislocated wrist.

WR Terrell Owens (SF) should be able to play this weekend despite his Achilles injury.

Note that all St. Louis WRs have a bye this week.

WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) will miss another game, but his knee is improving. It is possible he could return for the week six contest.

Tight Ends

Note that all Baltimore TEs have a bye this week.

TE Kris Mangum (Car) missed Wednesday's practice and could miss this weekend's game as well.

TE Matt Schobel (Cin) is still bothering by his injured hamstring.

TE Aaron Shea (Cle) may miss this weekend's game with a torn biceps. May?!

TE Shannon Sharpe (Den) practiced on Wednesday despite his sore knee and will play this weekend.

Note that all Houston TEs have a bye this week.

TE Byron Chamberlain (Min) was re-instated from his NFL suspension and then cut by the Vikings (they say he was 20+ pounds overweight upon his return). He reportedly will workout for the Redskins on Friday.

TE Jim Kleinsasser (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his injured abs.

Note that all NY Jets TEs have a bye this week.

TE Chris Baker (NYJ) will receive more frequent rotations at the TE position with start Anthony Becht according to head coach Herman Edwards.

TE Jay Riemersma (Pit) did not practice on Wednesday and may sit this weekend with his shoulder injury.

TE Stephen Alexander (SD) will miss the next 4-6 weeks after surgery for his injured groin.

TE Josh Norman (SD) is still sitting with his hamstring injury.

TE Justin Peelle (SD) will again start for the team with Stephen Alexander and Josh Norman both out.

TE Eric Johnson (SF) is still out with his collarbone.

Note that all St. Louis TEs have a bye this week.

TE Zeron Flemister (Was) has sat out the last two games, but he should be on the field this weekend.

Place Kickers & Special Teamers

Note that all Baltimore PKs have a bye this week.

KR Jerry Azumah (Chi) will replace Ahmad Merritt as the team's KR this weekend.

P Toby Gowin (Dal) has a thigh injury and may not be able to kick off for the team this weekend.

KR Reggie Swinton (Dal) was traded to the Packers for a conditional 7th round draft pick.

Note that all Houston PKs have a bye this week.

P Mark Royals (Mia) has been cut by the team in favor of Matt Turk. Now that's excitement!

KR Michael Lewis (NO) will miss 3-4 weeks with his groin injury. Donte Stallworth will replace Lewis as the team's returner.

Note that all NY Jets PKs have a bye this week.

Note that all St. Louis PKs have a bye this week.

PK Jeff Wilkins (StL) was thought to have suffered a concussion last Sunday. However, he did not and will be fine in the future.

Offensive Linemen

G Leonard Davis (Ari) is still battling his foot injury. However, he was able to practice on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

C Frank Garcia (Ari) has rejoined the team after serving an NFL suspension for the first four weeks of the season.

Note that all Baltimore OLs have a bye this week.

T Mike Williams (Buf) has what amounts to a chest cold and will play this weekend.

G Chris Villarrial (Chi) is expected to be able to play this weekend despite his knee injury.

T Ryan Young (Dal) is still bothered by his knee injury but was able to practice on Wednesday.

T Matt Lepsis (Den) is ailing with an injured knee but was able to practice on Wednesday. He is expected to play this weekend.

T Ephraim Salaam (Den) was able to practice on Wednesday and should go this weekend despite his knee injury.

C Tom Nalen (Den) has an ankle injury. He did not practice on Wednesday, will likely miss tomorrow's session as well, and is iffy at best for this weekend's game.

Note that all Houston OLs have a bye this week.

T Ryan Diem (Ind) will not play this weekend with his ankle injury.

T Mark Dixon (Mia) was able to practice again on Wednesday and should be able to play this weekend.

C Tim Ruddy (Mia) is still out as he recovers from knee surgery.

T Adrian Klemm (NE) will like sit out this weekend with an ankle injury.

T Wayne Gandy (NO) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game (and maybe even two weeks) with his hamstring injury. Look for Spencer Folau to get the start.

Note that all NY Jets OLs have a bye this week.

T Lincoln Kennedy (Oak) actually has a tear in his calf. He needs rest, but he expects to play this weekend.

G Jermane Mayberry (Phi) did not practice on Wednesday but will try to go on Thursday.

T Marvel Smith (Pit) did not practice on Wednesday, but he hopes to be able to play this weekend.

T Derrick Deese (SF) is expected to play this weekend with his injured ankle.

T Scott Gragg (SF) should be able to play this weekend with his sprained ankle.

T Kwame Harris (SF) is expected to play this weekend despite his shoulder injury.

G Eric Heitmann (SF) will likely miss another week with his ankle sprain.

C Jeremy Newberry (SF) is expected to play this weekend with his sprained ankle.

Note that all St. Louis OLs have a bye this week.

G Dave Fiore (Was) missed Wednesday's practice and may sit this weekend as well. If Fiore can't go, the first-year Derrick Dockery will get the start.

Defensive Linemen

DT Wendell Bryant (Ari) is still bothered by his ankle injury and was unable to practice on Wednesday.

DE Kenny King (Ari) is out with his injured toe. He did not practice on Wednesday.

Note that all Baltimore DLs have a bye this week.

DT Kris Jenkins (Car) signed a five-year extension with the team.

DE Greg Ellis (Dal) signed a seven-year extension with the team on Monday.

DT Daryl Gardener (Den) still has not overcome his hand injury and may have to sit again this weekend. However, he was able to practice on Wednesday.

Note that all Houston DLs have a bye this week.

DT John Browning (KC) was not able to practice on Wednesday but expects to go on Thursday. He should be able to play this weekend despite his shoulder injury.

DE Vonnie Holliday (KC) has an injured groin and is currently listed as day-to-day. He was not able to practice on Wednesday but expects to go on Thursday and play this weekend.

DT Ted Washington (NE) is still out with his broken leg.

DE Darren Howard (NO) is still out with his wrist injury.

DT Kenny Smith (NO) will miss this 2-4 weeks with his injured knee.

DT Johnathan Sullivan (NO) partially participated in Wednesday's session but will likely miss this weekend's game with his knee injury.

DT Keith Hamilton (NYG) is listed as questionable, but he was able to practice on Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend.

Note that all NY Jets DLs have a bye this week.

DE Jerome McDougle (Phi) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his ankle injury.

Note that all St. Louis DLs have a bye this week.

DE Renaldo Wynn (Was) missed practice on Wednesday for personal reasons. He is expected to participate on Thursday and play this weekend.

Linebackers

LB Ray Thompson (Ari) partially participated in Wednesday's practice, but he still expects to play this weekend.

LB Will Overstreet (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured shoulder.

LB Sam Rogers (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured knee.

Note that all Baltimore LBs have a bye this week.

LB Dan Morgan (Car) was able to practice on Wednesday and should play this weekend. However, with Morgan's history, "should" has strange meanings at times.

LB Lance Briggs (Chi) will start in place of Bryan Knight in this weekend's game.

LB Bobbie Howard (Chi) will not play this weekend with his hamstring injury.

LB Riall Johnson (Cin) is battling a leg injury. He did not practice on Wednesday and might not be able to go this weekend.

LB Torrance Marshall (GB) has returned from the four-game NFL suspension.

Note that all Houston LBs have a bye this week.

LB Keith Mitchell (Jac) is apparently physically able to return to action and was able to practice on Wednesday. However, head coach Jack Del Rio believes Mitchell isn't mentally over his neck injury and will likely not play this weekend.

LB Eric Westmoreland (Jac) likely will miss this weekend's game with his injured knee.

LB Fred Jones (KC) is expected to play this weekend with his injured foot.

LB Mike Maslowski (KC) should be able to go this weekend despite his knee injury.

LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) did not practice on Wednesday and likely will miss this weekend's game with his hamstring injury. He also has a case of the flu.

LB Junior Seau (Mia) is apparently over the staph infection that hospitalized him last week. He will start this weekend.

LB Greg Biekert (Min) should be able to play this weekend despite his rib injury.

LB Raonall Smith (Min) did practice on Wednesday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.

LB Ted Johnson (NE) is still out with his foot injury.

LB Mike Vrabel (NE) will like miss this weekend's game with an arm injury.

LB Cie Grant (NO) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his knee injury.

LB Sedrick Hodge (NO) is still out with his injured knee.

Note that all NY Jets LBs have a bye this week.

LB Bill Romanowski (Oak) sat last weekend for the first time in his career due to a concussion. He is seriously pondering retirement.

LB Keith Adams (Phi) did not practice on Wednesday and may miss this weekend's game as he tries to overcome a concussion.

LB James Farrior (Pit) missed practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend.

LB Clint Kriewaldt (Pit) missed practice on Wednesday with his knee injury and may sit out this weekend as well.

LB Saleem Rasheed (SF) may miss this weekend's game with an injured thigh.

LB Derek Smith (SF) is expected to play this weekend despite ankle and arm injuries.

Note that all St. Louis LBs have a bye this week.

Defensive Backs

S Cory Hall (Atl) will likely miss another week with his knee injury.

CB Tod McBride (Atl) was able to practice on Wednesday and hopes to play this weekend.

S Gerald McBurrows (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his neck injury.

S Kevin McCadam (Atl) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured neck.

CB Tyrone Williams (Atl) has been suspended for this weekend's game by the Falcons for "conduct detrimental to the team". Kevin Mathis will get the start.

Note that all Baltimore DBs have a bye this week.

CB Charles Tillman (Chi) will replace Jerry Azumah in the starting lineup this weekend.

S Cameron Worrell (Chi) was able to practice on Wednesday for this first time since undergoing knee surgery 3 weeks prior.

CB Derek Ross (Dal) is still battling his knee injury. He was able to practice on Wednesday but isn't going full out.

S Kenoy Kennedy (Den) has improved with his ankle injury, but he still is ailing. He was able to practice on Wednesday but was obviously not 100%. His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

Note that all Houston DBs have a bye this week.

CB Joseph Jefferson (Ind) will not play this weekend with his injured pelvis.

S Donovin Darius (Jac) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

CB Kiwaukee Thomas (Jac) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured groin.

CB William Bartee (KC) was able to practice on Wednesday but still might miss this weekend's game with his ankle injury.

S Shawn Wooden (Mia) was able to practice on Wednesday and should be able to go this weekend.

CB Dale Carter (NO) was able to practice on Wednesday but will likely sit out this weekend while still recovering from surgery on his orbital socket.

S Tebucky Jones (NO) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss 1-2 games with his injured hip. Look for Victor Green to get the starting nod.

CB William Peterson (NYG) will play this weekend despite his calf injury.

Note that all NY Jets DBs have a bye this week.

S Brian Dawkins (Phi) will miss another week with his foot sprain.

CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) did not practice on Wednesday.

CB Troy Vincent (Phi) did not practice on Wednesday and will also sit out of Thursday's session. He may try to go on Friday.

CB Ahmed Plummer (SF) should play this weekend despite his sore back.

CB Jason Webster (SF) is out for this weekend with his knee injury.

CB Shawn Springs (Sea) is still out with his shoulder injury.

Note that all St. Louis DBs have a bye this week.

S Jason Sehorn (StL) should be well enough to practice next week, but it is not known how long it will take him to get into game shape. When Sehorn does return to action, Aeneas Williams will be able to move back to CB.

CB Champ Bailey (Was) practiced on Wednesday and expects to play this weekend.

CB Rashad Bauman (Was) did not practice on Wednesday and may miss this weekend's game with a hamstring injury.