SATURDAY UPDATES


Quarterbacks

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) hasn’t practiced all week and will be the #3 QB at best this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Rex Grossman (Chi) will be the team’s #2 QB this weekend (backing up Chris Chandler).  Given Chandler’s injury riddled past, Grossman is truly “one play away” from being on the field.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Daunte Culpepper (Min) practiced normally this week and will start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) “threw the ball well” in Friday’s practice according to head coach Andy Reid.  “He continues to improve with the injury to his thumb,” says Reid.  McNabb should start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Travis Henry (Buf) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Willis McGahee (Buf) has practiced all week, but he’s still 2-3 weeks away from playing in a game.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Sammy Morris (Buf) partially participated in practice on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Stephen Davis (Car) has practiced all week and will play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Troy Hambrick (Dal) will need to play better or he will be replaced next season.  The team attempted to deal for another RB before the trading deadline, but no agreement was made.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Clinton Portis (Den) only gained 47 yards last week.  This week, he hopes for far more yards and says he is “anticipating getting more than 14 carries.”  That would seem to be a logical game plan for the Broncos.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) did not practice all week and will not play this weekend.  Najeh Davenport will be the team’s #2 RB.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Priest Holmes (KC) practiced normally this week and will start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Rob Konrad (Mia) missed practice all week and will not play this weekend.  Obafemi Ayanbadejo will start for the team.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) is on track to return for the November 2^nd game and get his first start of the season on December 7^th.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Larry Centers (NE) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Maurice Morris (Sea) did not practice on Friday for personal reasons.  He should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Mack Strong (Sea) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Marshall Faulk (StL) now looks like he’s “a few weeks away” from returning to action according to head coach Mike Martz.  Faulk will not play next week as the team said earlier this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Lamar Gordon (StL) practiced all week and should start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Peerless Price (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Eric Moulds (Buf) remains a game-time decision for this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Corey Bradford (Hou) practiced Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Marc Boerigter (KC) partially participated in Friday’s practice and will be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR D’Wayne Bates (Min) practiced again on Friday but will likely be a game-time decision at best.  We don’t believe he will play.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Kelly Campbell (Min) has made a guarantee for this weekend’s game: he will block a punt.  “It’s going to happen this week, man,” Campbell said.  “I’m going to block a punt this week.  You can put that in the paper.”  This may be the first punt-block guarantee in NFL history.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Deion Branch (NE) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR David Patten (NE) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR LaTarence Dunbar (NO) did not practice on Friday and won’t play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) is expected to play on Monday night.  Head coach Bill Callahan said Porter “will play but how much, how often, we’ll determine later.”

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) is still officially a game-time decision, but we believe he will play this weekend.  “He hasn’t been able to practice, but he’s a tough guy,” head coach Mike Holmgren said.  “We need him.  Koren wants to play.  That will be a Sunday decision.”

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Curtis (StL) practiced again on Friday but will be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Keyshawn Johnson (TB) is expected to start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) did not practice this week and will not play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Derrick Mason (Ten) practiced all week and should start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Alge Crumpler (Atl) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE James Whalen (Dal) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Jason Witten (Dal) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Shannon Sharpe (Den) practiced on Friday and should start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Daniel Graham (NE) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE O.J. Santiago (Oak) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Ken Dilger (TB) partially participated in Friday’s practice but will likely be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** KR/PR Dante Hall (KC) practiced all week and will play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** PK Aaron Elling (Min) will be the team’s FG kicker this weekend, but he is a risky play.  If Elling’s back flared up on him, the team will quickly turn to the newly signed Jose Cortez.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** KR Michael Lewis (NO) practiced again on Friday but is still a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Jonas Jennings (Buf) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Wayne Gandy (Chi) returned to practice on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Corbin Lacina (Chi) suffered a concussion during Thursday’s practice.  He missed Friday’s session and will likely sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) will not play this weekend but hopes to return for the October 26^th game.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Montrae Holland (NO) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Lincoln Kennedy (Oak) was not able to practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Sam Adams (Buf) partially participated in practice on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Ron Edwards (Buf) partially participated in Friday’s practice and will be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Aaron Kampman (GB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) practiced all week and should be able to play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Adewale Ogunleye (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Billy Lyon (Min) practiced on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT John Parrella (Oak) did not practice on Friday and will not play this Monday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) did not practice on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) did not practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Simeon Rice (TB) could have a very good game this weekend as he will be facing the rookie T Kwame Harris (who has struggled with his pass protection this year).

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Bruce Smith (Was) is two sacks shy of Reggie White’s career mark of 198.  With a great game this weekend, Smith could get the record in (of all places) Buffalo.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Brookings (Atl) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Dan Morgan (Car) has practiced all week and will start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Fred Jones (KC) did not practice on Friday and will not play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Zach Thomas (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Chris Claiborne (Min) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB E.J. Henderson (Min) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Bill Romanowski (Oak) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Chad Brown (Sea) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (Sea) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Tracy White (Sea) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Courtland Bullard (StL) practiced again on Friday and could play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Shelton Quarles (TB) has practiced all week but should be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Juran Bolden (Atl) has practiced all week and could see action this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Mathis (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Gerald McBurrows (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Antuan Edwards (GB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Mike McKenzie (GB) was able to practice on Friday but looks like a game-time decision at best for this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Darrius Johnson (KC) did not practice on Friday and won’t play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Brock Marion (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) has not practiced all week and will be a game-time decision.  When asked if he would play, Law responded, “I don’t know.  It’s all about how the body feels.  I came back in the (Giants) game for one play, but I had to come back out.  I tried, but it just wasn’t working.”

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB William Peterson (NYG) may be placed on the injured reserve list after this Sunday’s game.  Head coach Jim Fassel says he will make the decision at that time.  If placed on IR, Peterson will be lost for the remainder of the season.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Derrick Gibson (Oak) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) did not practice this week but is still expected to play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Ken Lucas (Sea) missed practice again on Friday.  He will be a game-time decision but will likely sit.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Shawn Springs (Sea) practiced all week and should start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Willie Williams (Sea) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) says he is improving, but he did not practice on Friday.  There is actually a decent chance that he will play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Garrett (StL) did not practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB James Whitley (StL) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Brian Kelly (TB) practiced all week but will be a game-time decision.  If he does play, Kelly will wear a shoulder harness.

League News

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** The NFL will begin testing for the new designer steroid tetrahydrogestrinone (THG).  This is the drug that is rocking the track and field sport right now.  No other major professional sports league currently tests for THG, but they may soon do so.

ALL OF THE NEWS

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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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) hasn’t practiced all week and will be the #3 QB at best this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Rex Grossman (Chi) will be the team’s #2 QB this weekend (backing up Chris Chandler).  Given Chandler’s injury riddled past, Grossman is truly “one play away” from being on the field.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Daunte Culpepper (Min) practiced normally this week and will start this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) “threw the ball well” in Friday’s practice according to head coach Andy Reid.  “He continues to improve with the injury to his thumb,” says Reid.  McNabb should start this weekend.

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. "He gets everything on Wednesday and Thursday and then on Fridays we'll let Tim (Rattay) go," coach Dennis Erickson said. "As he gets healthier, we may practice him on Friday, but that's our routine right now. That was done intentionally."

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Travis Henry (Buf) practiced all week 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Willis McGahee (Buf) has practiced all week, but he’s still 2-3 weeks away from playing in a game.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Sammy Morris (Buf) partially participated in practice on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Stephen Davis (Car) has practiced all week and will play this weekend.

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 and has been downgraded to out for this week.

*** 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, but he will likely be a game-time decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Troy Hambrick (Dal) will need to play better or he will be replaced next season.  The team attempted to deal for another RB before the trading deadline, but no agreement was made.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Clinton Portis (Den) only gained 47 yards last week.  This week, he hopes for far more yards and says he is “anticipating getting more than 14 carries.”  That would seem to be a logical game plan for the Broncos.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) did not practice all week and will not play this weekend.  Najeh Davenport will be the team’s #2 RB.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Priest Holmes (KC) practiced normally this week and will start this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Rob Konrad (Mia) missed practice all week and will not play this weekend.  Obafemi Ayanbadejo will start for the team.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) is on track to return for the November 2^nd game and get his first start of the season on December 7^th.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Larry Centers (NE) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) practiced again on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Maurice Morris (Sea) did not practice on Friday for personal reasons.  He should play 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** FB Mack Strong (Sea) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Marshall Faulk (StL) now looks like he’s “a few weeks away” from returning to action according to head coach Mike Martz.  Faulk will not play next week as the team said earlier this week.

RB Lamar Gordon (StL) lightly sprained an ankle and re-aggravated his injured wrist last Sunday but is expected to start again this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Lamar Gordon (StL) practiced all week and should start 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Peerless Price (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

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.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE ***  WR Eric Moulds (Buf) remains a game time decision and is still questionable on the injury report but he was able to do some work on Friday. ''We'll work him out Sunday morning and see how he looks,'' head coach Gregg Williams said. ''He moved around pretty good.''

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Eric Moulds (Buf) remains a game-time decision for 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Corey Bradford (Hou) practiced Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Marc Boerigter (KC) partially participated in Friday’s practice and will be a game-time decision.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR D’Wayne Bates (Min) practiced again on Friday but will likely be a game-time decision at best.  We don’t believe he will play.

WR Nate Burleson (Min) will continue as the team's #2 WR.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Kelly Campbell (Min) has made a guarantee for this weekend’s game: he will block a punt.  “It’s going to happen this week, man,” Campbell said.  “I’m going to block a punt this week.  You can put that in the paper.”  This may be the first punt-block guarantee in NFL history.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Deion Branch (NE) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR David Patten (NE) practiced on Friday and should 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR LaTarence Dunbar (NO) did not practice on Friday and won’t 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 it now looks like he could play on Monday night. The Raiders have a bye next week though and that might factor into their decision.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) is expected to play on Monday night.  Head coach Bill Callahan said Porter “will play but how much, how often, we’ll determine later.”

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) is still officially a game-time decision, but we believe he will play this weekend.  “He hasn’t been able to practice, but he’s a tough guy,” head coach Mike Holmgren said.  “We need him.  Koren wants to play.  That will be a Sunday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Curtis (StL) practiced again on Friday but will be a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Keyshawn Johnson (TB) is expected to start 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) did not practice this week and will not play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced on Wednesday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced on Thursday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Williams (TB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Derrick Mason (Ten) practiced all week and should start 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Alge Crumpler (Atl) practiced again on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE James Whalen (Dal) practiced again on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Jason Witten (Dal) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Shannon Sharpe (Den) practiced on Friday and should start this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Daniel Graham (NE) practiced all week and should 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 but was able to go on Friday.  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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE O.J. Santiago (Oak) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** TE Ken Dilger (TB) partially participated in Friday’s practice but will likely be a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** KR/PR Dante Hall (KC) practiced all week and will play this weekend.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** PK Aaron Elling (Min) will be the team’s FG kicker this weekend, but he is a risky play.  If Elling’s back flared up on him, the team will quickly turn to the newly signed Jose Cortez.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** KR Michael Lewis (NO) practiced again on Friday but is still a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Jonas Jennings (Buf) practiced on Friday and 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Wayne Gandy (Chi) returned to practice on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Corbin Lacina (Chi) suffered a concussion during Thursday’s practice.  He missed Friday’s session and will likely sit this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) will not play this weekend but hopes to return for the October 26^th game.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Montrae Holland (NO) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) practiced again on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Lincoln Kennedy (Oak) was not able to practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Sam Adams (Buf) partially participated in practice on Friday and will be a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Ron Edwards (Buf) partially participated in Friday’s practice and will be a game-time decision.

DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced again on Thursday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Aaron Kampman (GB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Chukie Nwokorie (GB) practiced all week and should be able to play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Adewale Ogunleye (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced again on Thursday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Jason Taylor (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Billy Lyon (Min) practiced on Friday.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT John Parrella (Oak) did not practice on Friday and will not play this Monday.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) did not practice on Friday.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) did not practice on Friday and should 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Simeon Rice (TB) could have a very good game this weekend as he will be facing the rookie T Kwame Harris (who has struggled with his pass protection this year).

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Bruce Smith (Was) is two sacks shy of Reggie White’s career mark of 198.  With a great game this weekend, Smith could get the record in (of all places) Buffalo.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Brookings (Atl) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

LB Sam Rogers (Atl) underwent surgery on his knee Wednesday.  He will be lost for the remainder of the year.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Dan Morgan (Car) has practiced all week and will start this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Fred Jones (KC) did not practice on Friday and will not play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Kawika Mitchell (KC) practiced again on Friday and should play 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) practiced on Friday and 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Zach Thomas (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

LB Chris Claiborne (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his injured shoulder.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Chris Claiborne (Min) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

LB E.J. Henderson (Min) is expected to play this weekend despite his shoulder injury.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB E.J. Henderson (Min) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Bill Romanowski (Oak) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Chad Brown (Sea) practiced on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (Sea) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (Sea) practiced on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) practiced on Friday and 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Tracy White (Sea) did not practice all week and should sit this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Courtland Bullard (StL) practiced again on Friday and could play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB Shelton Quarles (TB) has practiced all week but should be a game-time decision.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Juran Bolden (Atl) has practiced all week and could see action this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Mathis (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Gerald McBurrows (Atl) practiced again on Friday.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Antuan Edwards (GB) practiced all week and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Mike McKenzie (GB) was able to practice on Friday but looks like a game-time decision at best for this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Darrius Johnson (KC) did not practice on Friday and won’t play this weekend.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Brock Marion (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced again on Thursday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Shawn Wooden (Mia) practiced again on Friday and should play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) has not practiced all week and will be a game-time decision.  When asked if he would play, Law responded, “I don’t know.  It’s all about how the body feels.  I came back in the (Giants) game for one play, but I had to come back out.  I tried, but it just wasn’t working.”

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB William Peterson (NYG) may be placed on the injured reserve list after this Sunday’s game.  Head coach Jim Fassel says he will make the decision at that time.  If placed on IR, Peterson will be lost for the remainder of the season.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Derrick Gibson (Oak) practiced on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) did not practice this week but is still expected to play 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Ken Lucas (Sea) missed practice again on Friday.  He will be a game-time decision but will likely sit.

*** 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Shawn Springs (Sea) practiced all week and should start 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Willie Williams (Sea) practiced again on Friday and should 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) says he is improving, but he did not practice on Friday.  There is actually a decent chance that he will play this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Kevin Garrett (StL) did not practice on Friday and should sit this weekend.

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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB James Whitley (StL) practiced again on Friday 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.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Brian Kelly (TB) practiced all week but will be a game-time decision.  If he does play, Kelly will wear a shoulder harness.

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.

League News

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** The NFL will begin testing for the new designer steroid tetrahydrogestrinone (THG).  This is the drug that is rocking the track and field sport right now.  No other major professional sports league currently tests for THG, but they may soon do so.