FRIDAY UPDATES
Quarterbacks
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Jeff Garcia (SF) did not practice
on Friday but will start this weekend.
Running Backs
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Corey Dillon (Cin) practiced again
on Friday and has been upgraded to probable.
He should be ready to start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB William Henderson (GB) practiced
again on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Domanick Davis (Hou) has in fact
been named the team’s starting RB for this weekend’s game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Rob Konrad (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) is ratcheting
up his workout routine. He is now going
full speed and performing change-of-direction drills. He says that barring a setback, he’ll “be on
the field” for the November 2nd game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Larry Centers (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) practiced
again on Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Jerome Bettis (Pit) was sent home
on Thursday with flu-like symptoms.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Fred Beasley (SF) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Shaun Alexander (Sea) did in fact
practice on Thursday and again on Friday.
He should start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Mack Strong (Sea) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Chris Brown (Ten) partially
participated in practice on both Thursday and Friday. It doesn’t look like he’ll be a factor this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Trung Canidate (Was) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday. He will
not play this weekend.
Wide Receivers
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Marty Booker (Chi) did not practice
on Thursday or Friday. He looks like a
game-time decision. If Booker sits,
David Terrell will get the start.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) did not
practice on Friday and has been downgraded to doubtful. He most likely will not play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Ed McCaffrey (Den) practiced on
Friday and will play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Antonio Freeman (GB) did not
practice on Wednesday due to illness but returned for the Thursday session.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Randy Moss (Min) believes he is a
target of officials with regards to pass interference penalties and would like
the NFL to look into the matter. “They
see it, but they just don’t call it,” said Moss referring to the
officials. “I guess if I’m Randy Moss,
Super Freak, with all this talent, then I should be able to make it happen no
matter what.” Super Freak indeed.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Deion Branch (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Wayne Chrebet (NYJ) will not play
this weekend. Curtis Conway will start
in his place.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) practiced again
on Thursday and Friday and is now expected to play on Monday night.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Todd Pinkston (Phi) missed
Thursday’s practice but was able to go on Friday. Unless there is a setback, he should be able
to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Tim Dwight (SD) practiced on Friday
and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Eric Parker (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday. He has been
upgraded to probable and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Tai Streets (SF) did not practice
on Thursday but did take part in Friday’s session.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday, but he and head coach Mike Holmgren still
maintain Robinson will play this weekend.
This looks like a game-time decision.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Curtis (StL) on Thursday was
able to hit the practice field for the first time since he broke his leg in the
preseason.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Keyshawn Johnson (TB) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Darrell Hill (Ten) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
Tight Ends
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Jeremy Shockey (NYG) did not
practice on Thursday. He is still
expected to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE O.J. Santiago (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Josh Norman (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Ken Dilger (TB) did not practice on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Shad Meier (Ten) practiced again on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
Place Kickers & Special Teamers
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** PK Aaron Elling (Min) hurt his back
during Wednesday’s practice and sat out of Thursday’s session. The team has also signed free agent Jose
Cortez to kickoff for them this week.
Elling is still slated to get the FGs and PATs.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** KR Ronney Jenkins (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
Offensive Linemen
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Travis Claridge (Atl) did not
practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Orlando Brown (Bal) practiced on
Wednesday and Thursday and should start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Edwin Mulitalo (Bal) practiced again
on Thursday and has been upgraded to probable on the injury report.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Casey Rabach (Bal) practiced again
on Thursday and has been upgraded to probable on the injury report.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Wayne Gandy (Chi) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) did not practice on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Adrian Klemm (NE) missed Thursday’s
practice.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Kevin Mawae (NYJ) reaggravated a
knee injury in Thursday’s practice and could not finish the session. The team hopes he’ll be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Frank Middleton (Oak) will not play
this weekend as he rests his torn quadriceps.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Matt Stinchcomb (Oak) will be able
to play this weekend. In fact, he will
start at G for the injured Frank Middleton.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Solomon Page (SD) practiced again on
Friday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Derrick Deese (SF) did not practice
much on Thursday and will likely sit this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Jeremy Newberry (SF) practiced on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Ron Stone (SF) did not practice on
Thursday but did take part in Friday’s session.
He should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Randy Thomas (Was) did not practice
on Wednesday but returned for practice on Thursday and Friday. He should play this weekend.
Defensive Linemen
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on
again on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Monsanto Pope (Den) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** NT Gilbert Brown (GB) did not practice
on Thursday but should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) was able to
practice on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Tim Bowens (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Adewale Ogunleye (Mia) practiced
again on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Billy Lyon (Min) partially
participated in Thursday’s practice. He
might sit this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Kenny Holmes (NYG) did not practice
on Thursday due to his injured knee. He
has been added to the injury report as probable but is expected to play this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT John Parrella (Oak) didn’t practice
on Thursday and should sit this weekend with his groin tear. Rod Coleman will get the start.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) did not practice
on Thursday and will probably sit this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Jerome McDougle (Phi) will probably
sit out another game, but he was able to practice again on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Adrian Dingle (SD) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Jermaine Haley (Was) did not
practice on Thursday. He will likely sit
this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Bruce Smith (Was) sat out (as
usual) of practice on Wednesday but returned on Thursday. He should play this weekend.
Linebackers
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) will in fact
miss this weekend’s game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Riall Johnson (Cin) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and was upgraded to probable. He should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Zach Thomas (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Willie McGinest (NE) did not
practice on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Carlos Polk (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and has been upgraded to probable. He should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (Sea) practiced
on Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Tracy White (Sea) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Courtland Bullard (StL) was able to
practice on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Shelton Quarles (TB) was able to
practice again on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Peter Sirmon (Ten) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Jeremiah Trotter (Was) did not
practice on Wednesday but returned on Thursday.
He should play this weekend.
Defensive Backs
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Kenoy Kennedy (Den) now will in fact
start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Antuan Edwards (GB) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Mike McKenzie (GB) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Joseph Jefferson (Ind)
will be able to see his first action of the season next week.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Trent Gamble (Mia) was hospitalized
on Wednesday and Thursday with an infection.
He’s listed as probable but could miss this weekend’s game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Brock Marion (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Je’Rod Cherry (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) did not practice on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ray Green (NYJ) hasn’t been with
the team very long, but he will likely be on the field this weekend in nickel
situations.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB David Young (NYJ) hasn’t been with
the team very long, but he will likely be on the field this weekend in dime
situations.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jamie Henderson (NYJ) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday and will not play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Anthony Dorsett (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Derrick Gibson (Oak) practiced on
Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) did not practice
on Thursday but should be on the field this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) was able to
practice again on Thursday and Friday and looks like he will play this
weekend. He could start.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Vernon Fox (SD) did not practice on
Friday and could sit this weekend with his injured groin.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ahmed Plummer (SF) dinged his knee
in Thursday’s practice. He did not
finish practice but should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jason Webster (SF) was able to
practice on Friday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ken Lucas (Sea) did not practice on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Shawn Springs (Sea) looks like
he’ll be able to return to the starting lineup this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Willie Williams (Sea) practiced on
Thursday and should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) did not
practice on Thursday, and it looks like he will miss this weekend’s game. If Archuleta sits, Rich Coady will get the
start.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Garrett (StL) did not
practice on Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB James Whitley (StL) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Lance Schulters (Ten) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
ALL OF THE NEWS
Quarterbacks
Note that all Arizona QBs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Jeff Blake (Ari) says he will now play smarter and
"stop turning the ball over". Why didn't he think of this a
month ago?
QB Kurt Kittner (Atl) has been named the team's starting QB for this
weekend. There is nothing physically wrong with Doug Johnson. This
is simply a desperation move by the Falcons.
QB Michael Vick (Atl) threw the ball with a little more force on Monday and
still hopes to be able to play on November 2nd. However, he still is not
doing anything more than light jogging. Listening to Vick speak about his
return is a bit troubling: "The only thing I can do to help this team win
is get healthy," Vick said after his backup, Doug Johnson, threw his
NFL-leading 10th interception. "There's nothing else I can do. I have
control over nothing right now. I don't even prepare myself to play because I'm
not going to play. What's the use?" Further, Vick reiterated in the
Falcons' locker room Monday night that he doesn't know when his foot will stop
hurting and he'll be able to push off his toes. That doesn't sound like a man
raring to get back in the lineup to us.
QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) has been benched in order for Chris Chandler to start
for the team this weekend. Stewart has received public support from head coach
Dick Jauron all season. However, at Monday's press conference, Jauron
said that "every position is on the table". To top it off,
Stewart is listed as questionable with a leg injury. This was a logical
time for the Bears to make a move, and they did.
QB Tim Couch (Cle) will continue as the team's starting QB at least until Kelly
Holcomb is completely healthy. Holcomb is still not completely healthy
and don't be surprised to see Couch remain the starter if he keeps playing
well.
QB Jake Plummer (Den) will miss the next 4-5 weeks with a broken bone in his
left foot. Steve Beuerlein will continue as the team's starting QB.
QB Joey Harrington (Det) was held out of a few practices last week while the
team had their bye in order to rest a bit. He returned to action on
Monday and will start this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Joey Harrington (Det) will likely be bothered all season
by his injured finger. He needs rest, but he won't get it in the middle
of the season.
Note that all Indianapolis QBs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville QBs have a bye this week.
QB Mark Brunell (Jac) underwent surgery on his elbow to reduce swelling in the
joint. He will be out for 2-3 weeks. When he returns, it will not
be as the starting QB. That role belongs to Byron Leftwich for the
remainder of the season. In other news, sources report that Brunell has
told people that he would like to be the starting QB in Miami
next season. Failing becoming a Dolphin, he wouldn't mind playing for any
of the team's in California.
Obviously, staying in Jacksonville
is not high on Brunell's list of things-to-do.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Mark Brunell (Jac) (along with P Jason
"Axeman" Hanson) has been told to stay away from the team's
facilities because the Jaguars to do not want to risk their staph infections
spreading through the team.
QB Jay Fiedler (Mia) received a vote of confidence from head coach Dave
Wannstedt. However, Wannstedt also said that the passing game must and
will improve. According to Wannstedt, that improvement will occur with
Fiedler as the team's starting QB. He also said WR Derrius Thompson will
not be benched.
QB Daunte Culpepper (Min) will resume the starting QB duties this week as he is
recovered from his back fractures.
QB Chad Pennington (NYJ) has begun participating in team drills and will be the
Jets #3 QB this weekend. At the moment, there is a 50/50 shot that
Pennington will start on October 26th.
QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) has a sprained thumb (in his throwing hand) but will
continue to be the team's starting QB. This is horrible news for a QB
because it affects the grip on the ball. McNabb did practice on
Wednesday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) was quoted on the topic of the
Dallas Cowboys being the best team in the NFC East: "Clearly, if you watch
the film, they're not. So, what does that tell you?" When
asked if the Eagles are the best team in the division, the answer was,
"Yes." The December 7th contest in Philadelphia
should be quite interesting.
Note that all Pittsburgh QBs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Jeff Garcia (SF) "looked as healthy
(Wednesday) as he has all year" according to head coach Dennis Erickson.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Jeff Garcia (SF) did not practice
on Friday but will start this weekend.
Running Backs
Note that all Arizona RBs have a bye this week.
RB Jamal Lewis (Bal) has a sore shoulder. He will be limited in practice
this week but is expected to start this weekend as normal.
RB Musa Smith (Bal) has yet to see game action this season, but he is finally
healthy. The team hopes he'll be able to help give Jamal Lewis some rest
as the season wears on.
RB Travis Henry (Buf) still has soreness in his ribs, but he is expected to
start this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Travis Henry (Buf) practiced on Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
RB Willis McGahee (Buf) has been cleared by team doctors to practice. After
practicing on Wednesday, McGahee said, "Everything's good". He
could see game action in 2-3 weeks.
RB Sammy Morris (Buf) is improving from his hernia surgery, but he will likely
sit another week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Sammy Morris (Buf) did not practice on Wednesday but
was able to go on Thursday.
RB Stephen Davis (Car) suffered a bruised arm last Sunday. He was able to
practice on Wednesday and should play this weekend. He will likely lose a
few carries to DeShaun Foster as the team wants to keep Davis
healthy for the entire season. Davis
will likely not approach 25-30 carries per game from here on out. That is
simply too much work for him.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Stephen Davis (Car) continues to progress and is
expected to start Sunday.
RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) has a sprained foot that could very well keep him on
the sidelines this weekend. If Thomas can't go, Adrian Peterson will get
the start for the team.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) did not practice on
Wednesday. He likely will not play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Adrian Peterson (Chi) will start in place of Anthony
Thomas this weekend.
RB Corey Dillon (Cin) returned to the practice field on Monday and expects to
start this weekend. However, the team will wait to see how he responds to
a week of practice before making an official announcement.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Corey Dillon (Cin) did not fully participate in
Wednesday's practice but looked much better on Thursday. He will not be
rushed back to the field and could sit another week if he's not 100%. However,
(barring a setback) it looks like he'll play this weekend. Looks like a game
time decision.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Corey Dillon (Cin) practiced again
on Friday and has been upgraded to probable.
He should be ready to start this weekend.
RB Artose Pinner (Det) is eligible to come off the PUP list. The team
will have three weeks to decide if they want to activate him or shelve him for
the entire season.
RB Tony Fisher (GB) suffered a groin injury last Sunday and might miss this
weekend's game.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB William Henderson (GB) practiced on Wednesday and
should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB William Henderson (GB) practiced
again on Thursday.
RB Domanick Davis (Hou) "impressed" head coach Dom Capers with his
play last Sunday. Capers said, "As a guy produces, you're going to
try and get him on the field as much as you possibly can." It looks
like Davis is making a move to
become the team's primary RB.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Domanick Davis (Hou) is taking the majority of
first-team snaps in practice and will likely open the game Sunday and the
starting RB. Said head coach Dom Capers, "Domanick has earned
playing time, so you will be seeing more Domanick."
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Domanick Davis (Hou) has in fact
been named the team’s starting RB for this weekend’s game.
Note that all Indianapolis RBs have a bye this week.
RB Edgerrin James (Ind) has now
admitted to having suffered damage to his transverse process (lower back) when
the helmet of a Jacksonville player
slammed into his back in a Sept. 21 game. The transverse process is a
small lateral projection off the right and left sides of each vertebra, and
functions as an attachment site for muscles and ligaments of the spine. James
has one broken bone along with a hairline fracture of another. "All
you can do is let it rest," said James, who has missed three games.
Since James was injured, the Colts have described James' predicament as a sore
back. Team officials have declined to be specific. He's been listed as
"questionable" on the NFL's injury report, even though he has
practiced twice in each of the past two weeks. "The doctors have
told me when he's pain-free and he can't do any more damage to his back, he'll
play," said head coach Tony Dungy. James practiced on Wednesday and
says he expects to play after the team's bye week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB James Mungro (Ind)
underwent knee surgery on Thursday to remove a "loose body". He
will miss at least two weeks.
RB Ricky Williams (Ind) suffered
an ankle sprain last Sunday. The team hopes he will get healthy over the
bye week, but he might miss the week eight game.
Note that all Jacksonville RBs have a bye this week.
RB Chris Fuamatu-Ma'afala (Jac) has moved past LaBrandon Toefield as the team's
#2 RB. Fuamatu-Ma'afala is expected to be given more looks in short
yardage packages.
FB Rob Konrad (Mia) will likely not play this weekend with his knee
injury. Obafemi Ayanbadejo will start in Konrad's place.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Rob Konrad (Mia) did not practice on Wednesday and
is expected to miss this weekend's game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Rob Konrad (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday.
RB Michael Bennett (Min) has been running and doing agility drills and should
begin practicing with the team next week. The hope is that he can return
to game action by week nine. Rumors had the Vikings shopping Doug Chapman
before the trading deadline passed. If true, that speaks well towards
their feelings that Bennett will be able to come back this season.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) was not able to run on
Wednesday, but it wasn't due to his injured foot. He was ill.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) is ratcheting
up his workout routine. He is now going
full speed and performing change-of-direction drills. He says that barring a setback, he’ll “be on
the field” for the November 2nd game.
FB Larry Centers (NE) has a knee injury and will likely sit this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Larry Centers (NE) did not practice on Wednesday and
should miss this weekend's game. He might be out even longer with his
injured knee.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Larry Centers (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Fred McCrary (NE) is getting healthy and will play a
bigger role with the absence of Larry
Centers.
RB Antowain Smith (NE) is still bothered by his injured shoulder. His
status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Antowain Smith (NE) practiced on Wednesday and could
play this weekend.
FB Jon Ritchie (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend despite
his hamstring injury.
RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) has a hip pointer. He was able to practice
Wednesday and should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) practiced
again on Thursday and should play this weekend.
Note that all Pittsburgh RBs have a bye this week.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Jerome Bettis (Pit) was sent home
on Thursday with flu-like symptoms.
RB Kevan Barlow (SF) was the apparent target of the Dallas Cowboys in a trade
attempt. General manager Terry Donahue said he told the Cowboys that the
team did not want to trade Barlow. There's no truth to the rumor that
Donahue added, "we like the way he sits on our bench".
FB Fred Beasley (SF) suffered a rib strain and sat out of Wednesday's
practice. He should be able to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Fred Beasley (SF) has been added to the injury
report as probable, but he should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Fred Beasley (SF) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
RB Shaun Alexander (Sea) is listed as questionable with an ankle injury. It
doesn't seem to be too serious but keep an eye on it this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Shaun Alexander (Sea) rested his ankle on Wednesday
and did not practice. He also sat out of practice on Thursday but is
expected to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Shaun Alexander (Sea) did in fact
practice on Thursday and again on Friday. He should start this weekend.
FB Mack Strong (Sea) suffered a hamstring injury last Sunday but hopes to be
able to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Mack Strong (Sea) practiced on Wednesday and could
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** FB Mack Strong (Sea) practiced again
on Thursday.
RB Marshall Faulk (StL) may be able to return from his broken hand as early as
October 26th. Faulk is recovering from a broken left hand and surgery on
his right knee. He underwent a scan on Tuesday to check on his progress, and
everything sounded positive. "I didn't know they had already taken a scan
and from what the doctor told me this morning the scan was better than what
they anticipated, so he was very hopeful about the possibility here in another
week or so," head coach Mike Martz said.
RB Lamar Gordon (StL) lightly sprained an ankle and re-aggravated his injured
wrist last Sunday but is expected to start again this weekend.
FB Cecil Martin (TB) was signed by the team.
RB Michael Pittman (TB) will not go to court during the NFL season. His
probation revocation hearing has been moved from November 17th to January 12th.
RB Travis Stephens (TB) has been released from the team's practice squad.
RB Chris Brown (Ten) has a bad hamstring. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Chris Brown (Ten) missed Wednesday's practice.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Chris Brown (Ten) partially
participated in practice on both Thursday and Friday. It doesn’t look like he’ll be a factor this
weekend.
RB Ladell Betts (Was) will get the bulk of the load this weekend of Trung
Canidate can not play. However, Sultan McCullough should get some carries
as well.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Ladell Betts (Was) is thrilled about his first game
as the team's featured RB. Said head coach Steve Spurrier, "Ladell
can carry 25-30 times if need be."
RB Trung Canidate (Was) suffered a high ankle sprain last Sunday. He did
not practice on Wednesday and probably will not play this weekend. Official
word has not been given, but with a bye coming next week, conventional wisdom
says Canidate will sit out this Sunday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Trung Canidate (Was) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday. He will not
play this weekend.
Wide Receivers
Note that all Arizona WRs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Anquan Boldin (Ari) did not practice on Thursday in
order to rest his hamstring. He is expected to be able to play after the
team's bye week.
WR Bryan Gilmore (Ari) suffered a sprained ankle last Sunday and may not be
able to play in week eight when the team returns from their bye.
WR Bryant Johnson (Ari) missed last Sunday with his shoulder injury and might
not be able to play after the team's bye week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jason McAddley (Ari) has a hamstring injury and will
not play next week after the team's bye.
WR Peerless Price (Atl) is still bothered by his foot injury. His status
for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Peerless Price (Atl) was able to practice on
Wednesday and Thursday and looks like a fair bet to play this weekend. However,
he is still officially questionable.
WR Ron Johnson (Bal) is out this weekend with his knee injury.
WR Eric Moulds (Buf) did not practice on Wednesday, but he is improving and was
upgraded to questionable.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Eric Moulds (Buf) says his groin is suffered a
slight tear and has been named a dreaded game-time decision. However, he
still can not go "get the deep ball" because his groin is not
completely healed. If he can't "go get it" on Sunday, he won't
be playing. He did not practice on Thursday but hopes to be able to go on
Friday. We believe it is likely he will not play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Dyson (Car) tore his Achilles back in May but
has been rehabbing very well. Head coach John Fox believes Dyson will be
able see the field this season.
WR Marty Booker (Chi) suffered a sprained ankle last Sunday. He will
likely be limited in practice this week but should be able to play this
weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Marty Booker (Chi) was not able to practice on
Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Marty Booker (Chi) did not practice
on Thursday or Friday. He looks like a
game-time decision. If Booker sits,
David Terrell will get the start.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR David Terrell (Chi) is not thrilled about his role
on the team and feels he's not getting enough playing time.
WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) has missed the entire season with his pulled
hamstring, but he was able to practice on Monday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) practiced again on
Wednesday but sat out of Thursday's session. He likely will not play this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Cin) did not
practice on Friday and has been downgraded to doubtful. He most likely will not play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Antonio Bryant (Dal) needs to be more involved in
the offense according to head coach Bill Parcells. However, Bryant will
not move either Joey Galloway or Terry Glenn out of the starting lineup.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Ed McCaffrey (Den) practiced on
Friday and will play this weekend.
WR Shawn Jefferson (Det) has missed the team's last two games with his injured
ribs, but he is expected to play this weekend.
WR Charles Rogers (Det) will not need surgery as his collarbone is healing on
its own. He will still miss 4-8 weeks. Bill Schroeder and Az-Zahir
Hakim will start for the team while Rogers
is out.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Antonio Freeman (GB) did not
practice on Wednesday due to illness but returned for the Thursday session.
WR Corey Bradford (Hou) is expected to continue playing with his abdominal
strain.
Note that all Indianapolis WRs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville WRs have a bye this week.
WR Troy Edwards (Jac) has officially been named the team's #2 WR (moving
Matthew Hatchette to the bench). Thanks for the newsflash. Edwards
has been outplaying Hatchette all three weeks he's been in Jacksonville.
WR J.J. Stokes (Jac) was inactive last week and will likely continue in his
role as the team's unneeded WR.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Marc Boerigter (KC) missed practice on Wednesday and
Thursday and might not play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Sylvester Morris (KC) was waived by the team with an
injury settlement.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Derrius Thompson (Mia) is "embarrassed" by
his season total of seven catches. He should be.
WR D'Wayne Bates (Min) was not able to fully run on Monday and may not be able
to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR D'Wayne Bates (Min) was able to practice on
Wednesday, but he did not completely recovered from his foot injury.
WR Nate Burleson (Min) will continue as the team's #2 WR.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Randy Moss (Min) believes he is a
target of officials with regards to pass interference penalties and would like
the NFL to look into the matter. “They
see it, but they just don’t call it,” said Moss referring to the officials. “I guess if I’m Randy Moss, Super Freak, with
all this talent, then I should be able to make it happen no matter what.” Super Freak indeed.
WR Deion Branch (NE) has an ankle injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Deion Branch (NE) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Deion Branch (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
WR David Patten (NE) has an injured knee. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR David Patten (NE) was able to practice and could
play this weekend.
WR LaTarence Dunbar (NO) will likely miss this weekend's game with his bad
hamstring. The team hopes he will be able to play in the November 2nd
game.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR LaTarence Dunbar (NO) did not practice Wednesday or
Thursday and would be a shock to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Horn (NO) is not pleased at seeing fans wearing
bags at Saints games. "A fan doesn't come to the game with a bag to
put on his head and boo us on the football field," Horn said. "To me,
that's not a fan. I understand how fans feel. We lose football games, and they
pay their hard-earned money for those high-priced tickets. They want to see the
Saints perform. I understand that. I respect that. But to put a bag over your
head is insulting me as a player."
WR Ron Dixon (NYG) is eligible to come off the PUP list from his knee
surgery. The team will have three weeks to decide if they want to
activate him or shelve him for the entire season.
WR Willie Ponder (NYG) has an injured hip. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Wayne Chrebet (NYJ) suffered from a migraine during
last Sunday's game. He missed Wednesday's practice with a stiff back.
Chrebet is not on the injury report, but he might not play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Wayne Chrebet (NYJ) will not play
this weekend. Curtis Conway will start
in his place.
WR Jerry Porter (Oak) could return to action this Monday night if his body
responds well to a week's worth of practice. However, it is likely that
he will not play until next week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) was able to practice Wednesday
and said he feels really well. Porter added, "I happen to really
want to play a whole lot." He might get to this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) practiced again
on Thursday and Friday and is now expected to play on Monday night.
WR Todd Pinkston (Phi) has a bruised knee and did not practice on Wednesday,
but he hopes to be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Todd Pinkston (Phi) missed
Thursday’s practice but was able to go on Friday. Unless there is a setback, he should be able
to play this weekend.
Note that all Pittsburgh WRs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Hines Ward (Pit) will use the team's bye week to
rest his ailing foot. He will return to practices on Monday.
WR Reche Caldwell (SD) is still out with his dislocated wrist.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Tim Dwight (SD) practiced on Friday
and should play this weekend.
WR Eric Parker (SD) has an injured shoulder. He was able to practice on
Wednesday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Eric Parker (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday. He has been
upgraded to probable and should play this weekend.
WR Tai Streets (SF) did not practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend
despite his knee injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Tai Streets (SF) did not practice
on Thursday but did take part in Friday’s session.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday
to rest his hamstring. He expects to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) did not practice
on Thursday or Friday, but he and head coach Mike Holmgren still maintain Robinson
will play this weekend. This looks like
a game-time decision.
WR Kevin Curtis (StL) is still out with his injured leg. He might be able
to return next week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Curtis (StL) has a chance to play this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Curtis (StL) on Thursday was
able to hit the practice field for the first time since he broke his leg in the
preseason.
WR Mike Furrey (StL) is out with an injury that is classified on the injury
report as "other". He underwent an emergency appendectomy
Tuesday night. Shaun McDonald will be the team's #4 WR.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Keyshawn Johnson (TB) practiced on Wednesday with
his thigh bruise and is expected to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Keyshawn Johnson (TB) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) will likely miss another week as he continues to recover
from his knee sprain.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced on
Thursday.
WR Darrell Hill (Ten) is still bothered by his back injury. His status
for this weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Darrell Hill (Ten) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
WR Laveranues Coles (Was) has caught at least five passes in 19 straight
games. That hasn't happened since the NFL and AFL merged in 1970.
Tight Ends
Note that all Arizona TEs have a bye this week.
TE Alge Crumpler (Atl) has a rib injury but should be able to play this
weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Alge Crumpler (Atl) practiced on Wednesday and
Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Todd Heap (Bal) is frustrated by his lack of
production and by the overall lack of a passing game on the team. Head coach
Brian Billick says he has "every confidence that Todd will have a 70-plus
catch year." Lofty goals when Heap currently sits at 17 receptions
until you realize that he had a mere 19 at this time last season.
TE James Whalen (Dal) should be able to play this weekend despite his hamstring
injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE James Whalen (Dal) practiced on Wednesday and
Thursday and should play this weekend.
TE Jason Witten (Dal) is still recovering from his jaw injury. He was
able to practice on Wednesday and hopes to be on the field this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Jason Witten (Dal) no longer has his jaw in a
brace. He practiced again on Thursday and will play this weekend if the
pain is not too great.
Note that all Indianapolis TEs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville TEs have a bye this week.
TE Daniel Graham (NE) is still bothered by his injured shoulder. His
status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Daniel Graham (NE) practiced on Wednesday and could
play this weekend.
TE Marcellus Rivers (NYG) is now the team's backup TE.
TE Jeremy Shockey (NYG) will likely practice sparingly this week (he did not
practice Wednesday) due to his sore foot. He is expected to play this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Jeremy Shockey (NYG) did not
practice on Thursday. He is still
expected to play this weekend.
TE O.J. Santiago (Oak) has an injured hamstring. His status for this
weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE O.J. Santiago (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Marcus Williams (Oak) has decided to sue LB Bill
Romanowski after being injured in a fight that occurred in practice.
Note that all Pittsburgh TEs have a bye this week.
TE Stephen Alexander (SD) is still out with his injured groin.
TE Josh Norman (SD) practiced on Wednesday and should be able to return to
action this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Josh Norman (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
TE Eric Johnson (SF) hasn't played all season with his broken collarbone.
He will soon be placed on the injured reserve list and be lost for the year.
TE Ken Dilger (TB) sprained his foot last Sunday and missed most of the
game. He may not be able to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Ken Dilger (TB) missed practice on Wednesday with
his sprained foot. The team hopes he will be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Ken Dilger (TB) did not practice on
Thursday.
TE Shad Meier (Ten) was able to practice on Wednesday, but his status for this
weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Shad Meier (Ten) practiced again on
Thursday and Friday and should play this weekend.
TE Frank Wycheck (Ten) has been cleared for non-contact practice but will not
play this weekend due to his concussion.
TE Robert Royal (Was) suffered a broken hip last Sunday and has been placed on
the injured reserve list (out for the year). The team has re-signed Zeron
Flemister (who was signed and released by the Browns last week) and will rely
on him and newly signed Byron Chamberlain at the TE position. Chamberlain
will be the team's starter.
Place Kickers & Special Teamers
Note that all Arizona PKs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** PK Bill Gramatica (Ari) could return to action after
the team's bye week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** KR Randal Williams (Dal) won the Dante Hall Award for
best Special Teams Player of the Week.
P John Jett (Det) has a calf injury and is still out touring with the Black
Hearts. Former Bengal Nick Harris will take his place.
Note that all Indianapolis PKs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville PKs have a bye this week.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** PK Aaron Elling (Min) hurt his back
during Wednesday’s practice and sat out of Thursday’s session. The team has also signed free agent Jose
Cortez to kickoff for them this week.
Elling is still slated to get the FGs and PATs.
KR Michael Lewis (NO) has an injured groin. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** KR Michael Lewis (NO) practiced on Wednesday and
Thursday but will be a game-time decision for this weekend.
K Matt Bryant (NYG) is still out with his pulled hamstring.
KR Ronney Jenkins (Oak) has an ankle injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** KR Ronney Jenkins (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
Note that all Pittsburgh PKs have a bye this week.
Ps Steve Cheek & Nick Harris (FAs) worked out for the Jaguars on Monday.
PK Travis Dorsch (FA) worked out for the Jaguars on Monday.
Offensive Linemen
Note that all Arizona OLs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Travis Claridge (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday
and Thursday due to his quadriceps injury. He most likely will not play,
and Roberto Garza has already been announced as starting in place of Claridge.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Travis Claridge (Atl) did not
practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.
T Orlando Brown (Bal) suffered a shoulder strain last Sunday but is expected to
start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Orlando Brown (Bal) practiced on
Wednesday and Thursday and should start this weekend.
G Edwin Mulitalo (Bal) is considered day-to-day with his ankle injury, but he
was able to practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Edwin Mulitalo (Bal) practiced again
on Thursday and has been upgraded to probable on the injury report.
G Casey Rabach (Bal) has an injured hip. However, he practiced on
Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Casey Rabach (Bal) practiced again
on Thursday and has been upgraded to probable on the injury report.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Jonas Jennings (Buf) did not practice on Wednesday
but should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Wayne Gandy (Chi) did not practice on Wednesday but
should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Wayne Gandy (Chi) did not practice
on Thursday.
C Jeff Faine (Cle) will likely sit this weekend with his knee injury. Melvin
Fowler will get the start.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Jeff Faine (Cle) will miss this weekend.
G Shaun O'Hara (Cle) will likely sit this weekend with his injured knee. Chad
Beasley will get the start.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Shaun O'Hara (Cle) will miss the next three weeks
after undergoing knee surgery. Chad Beasley will start for him.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Tom Nalen (Den) did not practice on Wednesday but was
able to go on Thursday. He should be able to play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Ray Brown (Det) stepped on Olandis Gary's foot and
reaggravated his turf toe. Brown is expected to play this weekend.
G Milford Brown (Hou) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.
C Steve McKinney (Hou) did not practice on Wednesday but is expected to play
this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Steve McKinney (Hou) partially participated in Thursday's
practice but should play this weekend.
G Todd Washington (Hou) missed practice on Wednesday with his sprained shoulder
and could miss this weekend's game as well.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Todd Washington (Hou) will likely be a game-time
decision for this weekend.
Note that all Indianapolis OLs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville OLs have a bye this week.
T Mark Dixon (Mia) will likely miss this weekend's game with his ankle injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) did not practice on Wednesday and
should miss this weekend's game as well.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) did not practice on
Thursday.
T Adrian Klemm (NE) is still bothered by his ankle injury and will likely sit
this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Adrian Klemm (NE) did not practice on Wednesday and
should miss this weekend's game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Adrian Klemm (NE) missed Thursday’s
practice.
G Montrae Holland (NO) has an injured foot. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Montrae Holland (NO) did not practice on Wednesday
but did take part in Thursday's session.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Kevin Mawae (NYJ) reaggravated a
knee injury in Thursday’s practice and could not finish the session. The team hopes he’ll be able to play this
weekend.
G Mo Collins (Oak) has an injured knee. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
T Lincoln Kennedy (Oak) is still bothered by an injured calf. His status
for this weekend is not fully known.
G Frank Middleton (Oak) has a quadriceps injury and will likely miss this
weekend's game.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Frank Middleton (Oak) will not play
this weekend as he rests his torn quadriceps.
C Matt Stinchcomb (Oak) has an injured shoulder. His status for this
weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Matt Stinchcomb (Oak) will be able
to play this weekend. In fact, he will
start at G for the injured Frank Middleton.
G Jermane Mayberry (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend
despite his elbow injury.
G John Welbourn (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend
despite his injured leg.
Note that all Pittsburgh OLs have a bye this week.
T Marvel Smith (Pit) was able to practice on Wednesday. His presence is
definitely needed to help solidify the Steelers offensive line.
T Solomon Page (SD) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to start this
weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Solomon Page (SD) practiced again on
Friday and should play this weekend.
T Derrick Deese (SF) is still bothered by his ankle injury. He could play
this weekend, but the team has already announced that Kwame Harris will start
in his place.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Derrick Deese (SF) did not practice
much on Thursday and will likely sit this weekend.
G Eric Heitmann (SF) is also still bothered by his ankle injury. He could
play this weekend, but the team has already announced that Kyle Kosier will
start in his place.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Eric Heitmann (SF) has been downgraded to doubtful
and will likely miss this weekend's game.
C Jeremy Newberry (SF) sat out of Wednesday's practice (as usual) but expects
to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Jeremy Newberry (SF) practiced on
Thursday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Ron Stone (SF) did not practice on
Thursday but did take part in Friday’s session.
He should play this weekend.
T Floyd Womack (Sea) is still out with his turf toe.
G Jason Whittle (TB) has a shoulder injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Jason Whittle (TB) did not practice on Wednesday.
G Dave Fiore (Was) is still bothered by his injured knee and will likely sit
this weekend. Derrick Dockery will again start in his place.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Dave Fiore (Was) will have knee surgery on Friday
that will sideline him for at least 4 more weeks.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Randy Thomas (Was) did not practice
on Wednesday but returned for practice on Thursday and Friday. He should play this weekend.
Defensive Linemen
Note that all Arizona DLs have a bye this week.
DE Travis Hall (Atl) could miss this weekend's game with an undisclosed injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Travis Hall (Atl) was able to practice on Thursday.
DE Patrick Kerney (Atl) is expected to play this weekend despite his sprained
thumb.
DT Sam Adams (Buf) has an injured ankle. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Sam Adams (Buf) did not practice on Wednesday or
Thursday and will likely be a game-time decision for this weekend.
DT Ron Edwards (Buf) has a shoulder injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Ron Edwards (Buf) did not practice on Wednesday or
Thursday and will likely be a game-time decision for this weekend.
DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on
again on Thursday.
DT Keith Traylor (Chi) will not play this weekend with his injured knee.
DT Daleroy Stewart (Dal) has an injured ankle. His status for this
weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Daleroy Stewart (Dal) partially participated in
Thursday's practice but should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Monsanto Pope (Den) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** NT Gilbert Brown (GB) did not practice on Wednesday,
but he is expected to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** NT Gilbert Brown (GB) did not practice
on Thursday but should be able to play this weekend.
DT Joe Johnson (GB) has been lost for the year with his quadriceps injury.
DT Aaron Kampman (GB) has an ankle injury. He was able to practice on
Wednesday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.
DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) has an injured shoulder. He was able to practice
on Wednesday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) will probably see action this
weekend but will be limited.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) was able to
practice on Thursday.
Note that all Indianapolis DLs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville DLs have a bye this week.
DE R-Kal Truluck (KC) is still bothered by his ankle injury and will likely not
play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE R-Kal Truluck (KC) did not practice on Wednesday or
Thursday and has been ruled out for this weekend's game as well.
DT Tim Bowens (Mia) has a hand injury. His status for this weekend is not
fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Tim Bowens (Mia) practiced on Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Tim Bowens (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Adewale Ogunleye (Mia) practiced Wednesday and
should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Adewale Ogunleye (Mia) practiced
again on Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
DT Billy Lyon (Min) has a leg injury. His status for this weekend is not
fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Billy Lyon (Min) partially
participated in Thursday’s practice. He
might sit this weekend.
NT Ted Washington (NE) will miss another week with his broken leg.
DE Darren Howard (NO) is still out with his dislocated wrist.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Kenny Holmes (NYG) did not practice
on Thursday due to his injured knee. He
has been added to the injury report as probable but is expected to play this
weekend.
DE John Abraham (NYJ) sat out the Buffalo
game last Sunday serving a team suspension for his recent DUI arrest.
Abraham will play this weekend.
DT John Parrella (Oak) will most likely sit again this weekend with his groin
injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT John Parrella (Oak) didn’t practice
on Thursday and should sit this weekend with his groin tear. Rod Coleman will get the start.
DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) has an ankle injury. His status for this
weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
DE Sam Williams (Oak) has an injured knee. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) did not practice
on Thursday and will probably sit this weekend.
DE Jerome McDougle (Phi) was able to practice on Wednesday but will likely miss
weekend's game as he recovers from his ankle injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Jerome McDougle (Phi) will probably
sit out another game, but he was able to practice again on Thursday.
DT Corey Simon (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.
DE Brandon Whiting (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend
despite his injured hamstring.
Note that all Pittsburgh DLs have a bye this week.
DT Leonard Carson (SD) has been released by the team. Carson
was charged two months ago with kidnapping and burglary in Alabama
and missed a good deal of practice last week fighting the charges in court. The
Chargers have signed Joe Salave'a to take Carson's
roster spot.
DE Adrian Dingle (SD) has a knee injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Adrian Dingle (SD) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Anthony Adams (SF) has been downgraded to
questionable and will likely sit this weekend.
DT Lamar King (Sea) practiced on Wednesday and hopes to see his first action of
the season this weekend.
DT Warren Sapp (TB) was fined $50,000 by the NFL for mistreating
officials. Sapp says the league is simply making an example of him.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Warren Sapp (TB) has said he will appeal his
fine. No surprise there.
DT Jermaine Haley (Was) has reaggravated his thumb fracture. His status
for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Jermaine Haley (Was) may require surgery on his
thumb. If so, he will miss 3-4 weeks.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Jermaine Haley (Was) did not
practice on Thursday. He will likely sit
this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Bruce Smith (Was) sat out (as
usual) of practice on Wednesday but returned on Thursday. He should play this weekend.
Linebackers
Note that all Arizona LBs have a bye this week.
LB Sam Rogers (Atl) underwent surgery on his knee Wednesday. He will be
lost for the remainder of the year.
LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) will likely miss this weekend's game with an ankle
injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) will in fact
miss this weekend’s game.
LB Riall Johnson (Cin) may miss this weekend's game with a calf injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Riall Johnson (Cin) practiced on Wednesday and could
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Riall Johnson (Cin) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and was upgraded to probable. He should play this weekend.
LB Ian Gold (Den) has been lost for the year with a knee injury.
Note that all Indianapolis LBs have a bye this week.
Note that all Jacksonville LBs have a bye this week.
LB Fred Jones (KC) has an injured foot. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Fred Jones (KC) is looking like he will not play
this weekend, but he was able to practice on Wednesday and Thursday.
LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) is still bothered by his injured hamstring. His
status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) practiced on Wednesday and
Thursday and has a shot to be on the field this weekend.
LB Junior Seau (Mia) is still bothered by his hamstring injury. His
status for this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) practiced on Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) did not practice
on Thursday but should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Zach Thomas (Mia) practiced on Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Zach Thomas (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
LB Chris Claiborne (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his injured
shoulder.
LB E.J. Henderson (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his shoulder
injury.
LB Ted Johnson (NE) will miss another week with his broken foot.
LB Willie McGinest (NE) has a neck injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Willie McGinest (NE) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Willie McGinest (NE) did not
practice on Thursday.
LB Mike Vrabel (NE) will likely miss another week with his arm injury.
LB Sedrick Hodge (NO) is still out with his knee injury.
LB Bill Romanowski (Oak) will most likely sit again this weekend with his
concussion.
Note that all Pittsburgh LBs have a bye this week.
LB Carlos Polk (SD) has a knee injury. His status for this weekend is not
fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Carlos Polk (SD) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and has been upgraded to probable. He should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Chad Brown (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday which
has become the norm for him. He should play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (Sea) practiced
on Thursday and should play this weekend.
LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) has a chest injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) did not
practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.
LB Tracy White (Sea) will likely miss this weekend with a foot injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Tracy White (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday and
should sit this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Tracy White (Sea) did not practice
on Thursday.
LB Courtland Bullard (StL) has a bad hamstring. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Courtland Bullard (StL) was able to
practice on Thursday.
LB Jamie Duncan (StL) started for the injured Robert Thomas last Sunday and
could do so again this weekend if Thomas can not play.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Robert Thomas (StL) has been named the starting MLB
for this weekend's game.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Shelton Quarles (TB) practiced on Wednesday but will
likely be a game-time decision this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Shelton Quarles (TB) was able to
practice again on Thursday.
LB Peter Sirmon (Ten) may miss another week with his injured back. However, he
was able to practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Peter Sirmon (Ten) practiced on
Thursday and Friday and should start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Jeremiah Trotter (Was) did not
practice on Wednesday but returned on Thursday.
He should play this weekend.
Defensive Backs
Note that all Arizona DBs have a bye this week.
CB Juran Bolden (Atl) has been on the PUP list with a torn patella tendon and
is eligible to return to the team. In his spare time last weekend, he was
arrested on charges of marijuana possession and driving a stolen vehicle.
S Cory Hall (Atl) will likely miss another week with his knee injury.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Cory Hall (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday or
Thursday, and it would be a surprise if he plays this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Mathis (Atl) practiced on Wednesday and
Thursday and should play this weekend.
S Gerald McBurrows (Atl) will likely miss another week with his injured neck.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Gerald McBurrows (Atl) did practice on Wednesday and
Thursday and has a chance to play this weekend. Of course, McBurrows has
looked better on Wednesday and Thursday lately than he has on Friday and
Saturday so don't hold your breath on him being on the field Sunday. If
he is healthy enough to play, McBurrows will get the start.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Derek Ross (Dal) should be able to play on defense
this weekend after spending last Sunday with the special teams.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Kenoy Kennedy (Den) will likely be healthy enough to
play this weekend, but it looks like Nick Ferguson will continue to start at
the SS position. Ferguson has
simply played better than Kennedy has.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Kenoy Kennedy (Den) now will in fact
start this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Deltha O'Neal (Den) has lost his starting job to
Kelly Herndon.
S Antuan Edwards (GB) has an ankle injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Antuan Edwards (GB) practiced on Wednesday and
(barring a setback) will play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Antuan Edwards (GB) practiced again
on Thursday.
CB Mike McKenzie (GB) has an injured back. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Mike McKenzie (GB) did not practice on Wednesday and
probably will not play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Mike McKenzie (GB) did not practice
on Thursday.
CB Aaron Glenn (Hou) will likely miss another week with his injured groin.
S Marlon McCree (Hou) could soon surpass Matt Stevens as the team's starting
FS. McCree has begun receiving some 1st team snaps in practice.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Marlon McCree (Hou) will likely start this weekend's
game over Matt Stevens.
Note that all Indianapolis DBs have a bye this week.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Joseph Jefferson (Ind)
will be able to see his first action of the season next week.
Note that all Jacksonville DBs have a bye this week.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Jason Craft (Jac) underwent an MRI and has a MCL
sprain. He won't practice this week and could miss next weekend's game as
well.
CB Darrius Johnson (KC) has an injured knee and will likely sit this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Darrius Johnson (KC) did not practice on Wednesday
or Thursday and should miss this weekend's game as well.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Trent Gamble (Mia) was hospitalized
on Wednesday and Thursday with an infection.
He’s listed as probable but could miss this weekend’s game.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Brock Marion (Mia) practiced Wednesday and should
start this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Brock Marion (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced Wednesday and should
play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced again
on Thursday.
S Je'Rod Cherry (NE) has a knee injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Je'Rod Cherry (NE) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Je’Rod Cherry (NE) did not practice
on Thursday.
CB Ty Law (NE) is still bothered by his injured ankle. His status for
this weekend is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) did not practice on
Thursday.
CB William Peterson (NYG) did not practice on Wednesday but is expected to play
this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB William Peterson (NYG) did not receive good news on
Wednesday and found out he will be out 6-12 weeks with a stress fracture in his
back. Ralph Brown will get the start.
CB Donnie Abraham (NYJ) is still out with his shoulder injury.
CB Ray Green (NYJ) has been signed by the team to help them cope with their
recent rash of injuries in the secondary.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ray Green (NYJ) hasn’t been with
the team very long, but he will likely be on the field this weekend in nickel
situations.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB David Young (NYJ) hasn’t been with
the team very long, but he will likely be on the field this weekend in dime
situations.
CB Jamie Henderson (NYJ) has a knee injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jamie Henderson (NYJ) did not
practice on Thursday or Friday and will not play this weekend.
S Jon McGraw (NYJ) will miss 2-4 weeks with his shoulder injury.
S Anthony Dorsett (Oak) has an elbow injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Anthony Dorsett (Oak) was able to
practice on Thursday and should be able to play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Derrick Gibson (Oak) practiced on
Thursday and should play this weekend.
S Rod Woodson (Oak) is still bothered by his injured knee. His status for
this weekend is not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) did not practice
on Thursday but should be on the field this weekend.
S Brian Dawkins (Phi) is still out with his foot sprain. He was
originally to miss 2-6 weeks. This is week five and there is no word on
when he will return.
CB Roderick Hood (Phi) is out with a bad hamstring.
CB Lito Sheppard (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend
despite his injured toe.
CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) is still battling his foot sprain. He was able to
run on Monday and practiced on Wednesday. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) was able to
practice again on Thursday and Friday and looks like he will play this weekend. He could start.
CB Troy Vincent (Phi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend
despite his hamstring injury.
Note that all Pittsburgh DBs have a bye this week.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Vernon Fox (SD) did not practice on
Friday and could sit this weekend with his injured groin.
S Tony Parrish (SF) did not practice on Wednesday (as usual) but expects to
play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Tony Parrish (SF) has been taken off the team's
injury report and will play this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ahmed Plummer (SF) dinged his knee
in Thursday’s practice. He did not
finish practice but should play this weekend.
CB Jason Webster (SF) is still out with his knee injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jason Webster (SF) was able to
practice on Friday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Ken Hamlin (Sea) practiced on Wednesday despite his
injured foot. He is expected to play this weekend.
CB Ken Lucas (Sea) has an ankle injury. His status for this weekend is
not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Ken Lucas (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ken Lucas (Sea) did not practice on
Thursday.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Shawn Springs (Sea) practiced on Wednesday and looks
close to returning from his shoulder injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Shawn Springs (Sea) looks like
he’ll be able to return to the starting lineup this weekend.
CB Willie Williams (Sea) has a knee injury. His status for this weekend
is not fully known.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Willie Williams (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Willie Williams (Sea) practiced on
Thursday and should be able to play this weekend.
S Adam Archuleta (StL) may not be able to play this weekend with his ankle
injury.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) did not
practice on Thursday, and it looks like he will miss this weekend’s game. If Archuleta sits, Rich Coady will get the
start.
CB Kevin Garrett (StL) has a bad hamstring. He should be able to play
this weekend.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Garrett (StL) did not
practice on Thursday.
S Jason Sehorn (StL) will likely miss a few more weeks with his broken foot.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB James Whitley (StL) was able to
practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.
*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Brian Kelly (TB) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday
and could play this weekend. He might be a game-time decision.
CB Samari Rolle (Ten) is still out with his elbow injury and hopes to return
after the team's bye week in early November.
*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Lance Schulters (Ten) practiced on
Friday and should play this weekend.
CB Fred Smoot (Was) will be out for the next 3-4 weeks with a broken
sternum. Rashad Bauman will start in his place.
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