*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Ken Dorsey (SF) will be the backup QB this weekend. 

No additional news.

No additional news.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T LJ Shelton (Ari) agreed to a 5 year contract extension.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Leonard Davis (Ari) restructured the last three years of his contract.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Marc Colombo (Chi) is expected to be placed on injury reserve soon.  This will finish his season.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Ryan Young (Dal) practiced on Friday and is expected to play this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Brad Badger (Oak) is expected to start for the Raiders this week with injuries to Matt Stinchcomb and Frank Middleton.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) practiced and Friday and will start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RT Oliver Ross (Pit) will start this weekend replacing a struggling Todd Fordham.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Derrick Deese (SF) will start this week after showing no setbacks after a strong Friday practice.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Eric Heitman practiced on Friday and is expected to start this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB LeVar Woods (Ari) signed a two-year contract extension.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Roderick Babers (Det) has been improving all week, but is not expected to play.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) practiced on Friday and is expected to start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S john Keith (SF) will indeed start this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S John Lynch (TB) will now be a game-time decision according to HC Gruden.  Even if he does play Lynch, it will likely be in a shared capacity this week.


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Quarterbacks

QB Michael Vick (Atl) is still out with his broken leg.  However, he has now set December 7th as he return date. 

Note that all Buffalo QBs have a bye this week.

QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) practiced on Wednesday and could be the team's #2 QB this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Kordell Stewart (Chi) may get back on the field soon but not as the team's starting QB.  That job is Chris Chandler's unless (until?) injury.  Stewart could see action in goal line and short-yardage situations.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Rex Grossman (Chi) is officially the #2 QB on the Bears now. 

Note that all Cleveland QBs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Danny Kanell (Den) practiced on Wednesday and should start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Danny Kanell (Den) practiced on Friday and will start this week, despite numerous groans from fantasy owners everywhere.

QB Jake Plummer (Den) is still out with his broken foot.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Joey Harrington (Det) was able to practice with his sore finger.  He will start as expected.

QB Brett Favre (GB) has a hairline fracture on his throwing thumb.  He took a few snaps in Wednesday's practice and will be limited the remainder of the week as well.  He will start this weekend, but his effectiveness (especially on the long ball) is a big unknown at this point.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Brett Favre (GB) practiced on Thursday with a splint on his injured thumb.  He will likely wear it Sunday and well.  In related news, Favre has been hurt eight times in his career where there was doubt if he would play.  In those eight games, he has tossed 15 TDs against only 6 INTs.  Interesting.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Brett Favre (GB) took about 80% of Thursday's snaps and looked sharp.  He will start as expected.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Brett Favre (GB) looked sharp in Friday's practice and will start as expected.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Tony Banks (Hou) will start for the team this weekend if David Carr does not play.

QB David Carr (Hou) will most likely miss this weekend's game with his sprained ankle.  Tony Banks will get the start if Carr can't go.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB David Carr (Hou) (all but officially) will not play this weekend, but he expects to return for the November 9^th game.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** David Carr (Hou) is not likely to play even as the emergency QB.  Rookie Dave Ragone will be the backup to Tony Banks this week as Carr stays off his injured right ankle.

QB Mark Brunell (Jac) is still out with his injured elbow.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Mark Brunell (Jac) was finally allowed back on the premises.  He is expected to practice next week.

QB Byron Leftwich (Jac) lost an INT but gained a lost fumble on Tuesday. Elias Sports Bureau has taken away an INT for Robaire Smith and given Kearse a sack and a forced fumble.

Note that all Kansas City QBs have a bye this week.

QB Jay Fiedler (Mia) partially participated in Wednesday's practice but has already been ruled out of the starting lineup for this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Jay Fiedler (Mia) was again limited in practice on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Jay Fiedler (Mia) is hurt more than originally thought and is now expected to miss the next 2-3 weeks.  Brian Griese will continue to be the starter in his place.

QB Brian Griese (Mia) will make his second straight start for the team this weekend.  Head coach Dave Wannstedt said, "right now he gives us the best chance to win."

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Brian Griese (Mia) practiced with his sore thumb on Friday and will start as expected.

QB Tom Brady (NE) is still on the injury report as probable with his sore arm/elbow.  He hasn't missed any practice time and will start this weekend.

QB Chad Pennington (NYJ) has been announced as the team's starting QB this weekend.

QB Rich Gannon (Oak) will most likely not play this weekend with his injured shoulder.  Marques Tuiasosopo has been named the team's starter for Sunday.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Rich Gannon (Oak) has a torn labrum in his throwing shoulder.  There is no definitive word on how long he could be out.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Donovan McNabb (Phi) practiced all week despite his sore leg and will start as expected.  He removed the tape from his hand last week.

QB Jeff Garcia (SF) did not practice on Wednesday due to his ankle sprain, but he is expected to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Jeff Garcia (SF) will not play this weekend due to his high ankle sprain.  The team says his ankle has actually worsened and that Garcia has a partially torn tendon in the ankle.  Tim Rattay will get the start.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** QB Ken Dorsey (SF) will be the backup QB this weekend. 

Note that all Tennessee QBs have a bye this week.

QB Tim Hasselbeck or Gibran Hamdan (Was) will serve as the team's backup QB this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** QB Tim Hasselbeck (Was) will be the number 2 QB this weekend behind starter Patrick Ramsey.  He knows the snap count, the running plays and will know a few pass plays.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** QB Rob Johnson (FA) attended the Tampa Bay practice on Wednesday and could return to the team.

QB Neil O'Donnell (FA) worked out for the Packers.

QB Clint Stoerner (FA) is the latest signal caller to work out for the Broncos.

QB Danny Wuerffel (FA) has turned down the Redskins offer to return to football.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RB Damien Anderson (Ari) has agreed to a three year contract extension.

RB Jamal Lewis (Bal) partially participated in Wednesday's practice (as has become the norm for him).  He should start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Jamal Lewis (Bal) partially participated in Thursday's session but should start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Jamal Lewis (Bal) was able to practice on Friday and will start as expected.

Note that all Buffalo RBs have a bye this week.

RB Travis Henry (Buf) says the team passes too often in short-yardage situations and he feels left out of the game plan around the goal line.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Nick Goings (Car) practiced on Friday and expects to play.

RB Adrian Peterson (Chi) did not practice on Wednesday and could miss another week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Adrian Peterson (Chi) did not practice on Thursday and has been downgraded to doubtful on the injury report.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Adrian Peterson (Chi) is expected to be inactive this week.

RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) partially participated in practice on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) practiced fully on Thursday and should start this weekend.  Head coach Dick Jauron would be "shocked" if Thomas does not start.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Anthony Thomas (Chi) has been named the starter this week after practicing hard on Thursday and Friday.  He has been upgraded to probable on the updated injury report.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Brandon Bennett (Cin) did not practice on Wednesday but was able to go on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Brandon Bennett (Cin) has been upgraded to probable on the updated injury report.  He is expected to play this weekend.

RB Corey Dillon (Cin) could return to the starting lineup this weekend if he is mentally capable of playing. He's listed as questionable on the injury report though.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Corey Dillon (Cin) returned to practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.  No word on whether the team will be sending a car for him on gameday.

Note that all Cleveland RBs have a bye this week.

RB William Green (Cle) decided to spend his free time this week getting arrested for DUI and marijuana possession.  Green has pleaded innocent to the charges, and there is no word on what consequences (if any) will be forthcoming from the Browns and / or the NFL.  Note that Green was suspended twice in college for marijuana use.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB William Green (Cle) will likely enter Phase One of the NFL's substance abuse program.  If so, Green will be evaluated and subject to random testing.  If he tests positive, he could enter Phase Two and be suspended for 4 games.  Of course there has been no official word from the league.

RB Richie Anderson (Dal) is still bothered by the stinger in his back and shoulder and is getting a second opinion on the injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Richie Anderson (Dal) will likely sit this weekend with a herniated disk in his back.  Jamar Martin will get the start and Adrian Murrell will likely play as well.

RB Adrian Murrell (Dal) has been re-signed by the team.  There are rumors that Murrell could see action this weekend and cut a bit into Troy Hambrick's touches.  Another possibility is that Murrell was signed as a fallback option if Richie Anderson's injury is more serious than was first thought.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Artose Pinner (Det) has been on the reserve/non-football injury list but will begin practicing with the team next week.

RB Tony Fisher (GB) practiced on Wednesday and says he will be able to play this weekend despite his injured groin.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Tony Fisher (GB) practiced again on Thursday and should play this weekend.

RB James Mungro (Ind) is still out with his injured knee.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Ricky Williams (Ind) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday but was upgraded to questionable on the injury report.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Ricky Williams (Ind) was not able to practice on Friday and is not expected to play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Dominic Rhodes (Ind) was able to practice this week with his sore knee and will play as expected.  He will back up Edgerrin James.

Note that all Kansas City RBs have a bye this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Rob Konrad (Mia) practiced on Friday and will play as expected.

RB Michael Bennett (Min) is slated to play this weekend.  According to head coach Mike Tice, Bennett will get 2-3 carries.  Given Tice's history of comments to the media, Footballguys translates that to mean Bennett will get 0-20 rushes this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Bennett (Min) was activated today and will play as expected this week.

RB James Fenderson (NO) will likely be out until the middle of November with his inured foot.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB James Fenderson (NO) will not play this week.

RBs Correll Buckhalter & Duce Staley (Phi) will likely split carries this weekend, but the team will probably try to ride the hot hand.

RB Brian Westbrook (Phi) will miss this weekend's game with his high ankle sprain.

RB Jerome Bettis (Pit) will continue as the team's starting RB.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Garrison Hearst (SF) missed Friday's practice, but is expected to start as usual.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** FB Heath Evans (Sea) did not practice on Thursday due to a neck stinger and has been added to the injury report as questionable.

RB Marshall Faulk (StL) will get the bulk of work in practice this week. If his body responds well, Faulk will start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Marshall Faulk (StL) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Marshall Faulk (StL) came up sore after Thursday's practice.  He is now expected to just see minimal action this wek as the team attempts to get him back to 100%

RB Lamar Gordon (StL) did not practice Wednesday and will likely miss another week with his injured ankle.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Lamar Gordon (StL) did not practice on Thursday and should sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Lamar Gordon (StL) was unable to practice on Friday and is not expected to play this week.

RB Arlen Harris (StL) will likely be the #2 RB this weekend behind Marshall Faulk.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Arlen Harris (StL) will start for the Rams this week after Faulk notified the team he was very sore after practice this week. 

FB Cecil Martin (TB) has been released by the team.

RB Michael Pittman (TB) practiced Wednesday and should start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Pitman (TB) did not practice on Wednesday to rest his hamstring.  He did take part in Thursday's session and should start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Michael Pittman (TB) practiced on Friday and will start as expected.

Note that all Tennessee RBs have a bye this week.

RB Ladell Betts (Was) will miss another week with his broken arm.

RB Trung Canidate (Was) was very limited in Wednesday's practice and will likely miss another week with his injured ankle.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** RB Trung Canidate (Was) partially participated in Thursday's practice but should sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RB Trung Canidate (Was) remains doubtful for this week's game.  The team is expected to let Canidate heal and use the combination of Chad Morton, Sultan McCullough and Rock Cartwright this weekend.

RBs Sultan McCullough, Chad Morton, & Rock Cartwright (Was) will all take turns running the ball if both Ladell Betts and Trung Canidate sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Bryant Johnson (Ari) practiced all week and will play as expected.

WR Jason McAddley (Ari) is still out with his injured hamstring.

Note that all Buffalo WRs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Kevin Dyson (Car) will return to the practice field on November 3^rd.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Hankton (Car) did not practice on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Karl Hankton (Car) remains very questionable to play this week after missing Friday's practice.

WR Muhsin Muhammad (Car) is officially questionable on the injury report (due to his concussion), but he practiced Wednesday and should return to action this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Muhsin Muhammad (Car) practiced again on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Muhsin Muhammad (Car) will start as expected this week opposite of Steve Smith after practicing on Friday.

WR Marty Booker (Chi) was very limited in Wednesday's practice.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Marty Booker (Chi) practiced on Thursday.  If his body responds well on Friday, Booker will play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Marty Booker (Chi) was limited in Friday's practice.  He will be a game-time decision.

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

Note that all Cleveland WRs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Chris Cole (Den) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Chris Cole (Den) practiced on Friday and will play as needed.

WR Ed McCaffrey (Den) will not practice this week and has been named a game-time decision.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Ed McCaffrey (Den) was not able to practice this week and is highly questionable to play Monday night against New England.  McCaffrey has missed the last two weeks.

WR Charles Rogers (Det) is still out with his broken collarbone.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jabar Gaffney (Hou) will be the team's emergency QB this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Troy Walters (Ind) practiced this week and will play as expected.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WRs Matthew Hatchette & J.J. Stokes (Jac) are at the 2^nd lowest point of their respective career (the lowest point will come next season when they are released from the Jaguars and are unable to find gainful employment).  They will spend the rest of the season battling in practice to see which one is active for that weekend's game.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jimmy Redmond (Jac) hasn't played in two weeks but was able to practice on Wednesday.

Note that all Kansas City WRs have a bye this week.

WR Derrius Thompson (Mia) partially participated in Wednesday's practice but should still be able to underachieve this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Derrius Thompson (Mia) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Derrius Thompson (Mia) practiced again on Friday and will play as expected.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Nate Burleson (Min) will remain as the team's starting WR despite the return of former starter D'Wayne Bates.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Kelly Campbell (Min) will return to the field this week after missing last week with a strained calf.  He will be the team's #3 WR. D'wayne Bates will be the team's 4^th WR.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** Troy Brown (NE) has been added to the team's injury report as doubtful with a leg injury.  He did not appear on the Wednesday or Friday injury reports.  He will be a game-time decision, but is not expected to play.  Deion Branch and David Patten are expected to start for the Patriots this week.

WR David Patten (NE) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR David Patten (NE) practiced again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR David Patten (NE) practiced on Friday and will play as expected.

WR Joe Horn (NO) has a sore knee and did not practice on Wednesday, but he should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Horn (NO) was limited in Friday's practice and will be a game-time decision this week.  He did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday.  It should be noted though that Joe Horn is one of the league's toughest competitors rarely missing games.  We expect him to play.

WR Donte Stallworth (NO) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Donte Stallworth (NO) practiced on Friday and is expected to play.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Ron Dixon (NYG) practiced for two play yesterday and "heard a clicking in his knee" according to head coach Jim Fassel.  Dixon has played this season and is likely done for the year.

WR Willie Ponder (NYG) will likely miss another week with his injured hip.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Wayne Chrebet (NYJ) should play this weekend, but it could be in a limited role as his back is still vulnerable to injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) practiced without contact on Wednesday and took part in Thursday's session as well.  He should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Jerry Porter (Oak) practiced on Friday and will start this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Reche Caldwell (SD) practiced on Friday and expects to play this week.  He will likely reclaim the #3 WR spot in san Diego.

WR Terrell Owens (SF) did not practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Terrell Owens (SF) practiced on Friday and will start as expected.

WR Tai Streets (SF) rested his knees on Wednesday and did not practice. He should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Tai Streets (SF) did not practice on Friday, but is expected to start this weekend.

WR Koren Robinson (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) did not practice on Thursday but still expects to play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Koren Robinson (Sea) was able to practice and will start this weekend.

WR Mike Furrey (StL) practiced on Wednesday and should be able to play this weekend.

Note that all Tennessee WRs have a bye this week.

WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) practiced on Wednesday and could play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) practiced on Friday and is expected to play this week. 

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** WR Joe Jurevicius (TB) will be a game-time decision this week according to HC Jon Gruden.  We expect him to play, but in a limited role this week.

WR Drew Bennett (Ten) will miss a 3-4 weeks with a strained calf. Justin McCareins will start in Bennett's spot, and Tyrone Calico will receive more snaps.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Todd Heap (Bal) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Todd Heap (Bal) practiced on Friday and will start as expected.

Note that all Buffalo TEs have a bye this week.

TE Desmond Clark (Chi) was very limited in Wednesday's practice and hopes to return to full practice by Friday.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Desmond Clark (Chi) was able to practice on Thursday and (barring a setback) will play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Desmond Clark (Chi) was upgraded to probable on the recent injury report.  He is expected to start as usual.

TE Reggie Kelly (Cin) will miss this weekend's game with his injured foot.

Note that all Cleveland TEs have a bye this week.

TE James Whalen (Dal) is still bothered by his injured hamstring and might sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE James Whalen (Dal) is expected to be a game-time decision.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Shannon Sharpe (Den) missed practice with a sprained ankle, but is listed as probable on the injury report.  He is expected to start as usual this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Rashod Kent (Hou) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday.

TE Dallas Clark (Ind) should be able to play this weekend despite his sore hamstring.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Dallas Clark (Ind) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday and doesn't look too sure for this weekend's game.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Dallas Clark (Ind) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this week.

Note that all Kansas City TEs have a bye this week.

TE Christian Fauria (NE) did not practice on Wednesday and might miss another week.  If Fauria can't play this weekend, Daniel Graham could have another good outing.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Christian Fauria (NE) was able to practice on Thursday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Christian Fauria (NE) will be a game-time decision this week. He has a sore leg.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Jeremy Shockey (NYG) practiced on Friday despite a sore foot and will start as usual.

TE Teyo Johnson (Oak) has been named the team's starting TE for this weekend (over Doug Jolley).  If Johnson plays well, he'll continue as the starter.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Doug Jolley (Oak) may not actually have been benched.  There is a chance that the team could utilize 2-TE sets a great deal of the time.  If they are in that formation to begin a game, then both Teyo Johnson and Jolley would be considered starters.

TE Marcus Williams (Oak) has been released by the team.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE LJ Smith (Phi) practiced on Friday and will split time with Chad Lewis this week.

TE Jay Riemersma (Pit) will likely miss another week with his injured knee.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Jay Riemersma (Pit) was unable to practice all week and is expected to miss this week's game.

TE Stephen Alexander (SD) is still out with his injured groin.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** TE Justin Peelle (SD) did not practice Wednesday or Thursday and should sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** TE Justin Peele (SD) was able to practice on Friday and now may play this week.

TE Ryan Hannam (Sea) is still out with his injured knee.

Note that all Tennessee TEs have a bye this week.

TE Ricky Dudley (FA) will likely re-sign with the Buccaneers in November.  Dudley reached an injury settlement with the club at the end of the preseason. Under league rules, he is eligible to return to Tampa Bay after the ninth week of the season, and there is still a stall in the Buccaneers locker room with his nameplate and number hanging over it.  That's a pretty strong sign of the team's intent to bring Dudley back.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** PK Tim Duncan (Ari) will be on the field missing kicks for the team this weekend.

PK Bill Gramatica (Ari) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss another week with his back injury.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** PK Bill Gramatica (Ari) will not play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** PK Tim Duncan (Ari) will again kick for the Cardinals.

Note that all Buffalo PKs have a bye this week.

Note that all Cleveland PKs have a bye this week.

KR Eddie Drummond (Det) is out with his ankle and knee injuries.

Note that all Kansas City PKs have a bye this week.

PK Jose Cortez (Min) was released by the team to make room for Michael Bennett to be added to the active roster.

RB Onterrio Smith (Min) will return kicks for the team this weekend.

PK Matt Bryant (NYG) is still out with his injured hamstring.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** PK David Akers (Phi) missed practice on Friday, but is expected to start as usual.  He appears on the updated injury report as probable.

PK Owen Pochman (SF) has been released by the team.  Todd Peterson has been signed to kick for the 49ers.

Note that all Tennessee PKs have a bye this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T LJ Shelton (Ari) agreed to a 5 year contract extension.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Leonard Davis (Ari) restructured the last three years of his contract.

G Travis Claridge (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend with his injured knee.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Travis Claridge (Atl) did not practice on Thursday and will not play this weekend.

Note that all Buffalo OLs have a bye this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Marc Colombo (Chi) is expected to be placed on injury reserve soon.  This will finish his season.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Matt O'Dwyer (Cin) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday but should play this weekend.

Note that all Cleveland OLs have a bye this week.

C Gennaro DiNapoli (Dal) has been lost for the season after being placed on the injured reserve list with his injured ankle.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Ryan Young (Dal) practiced on Friday and is expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Tom Nalen (Den) did not practice on Wednesday (as is becoming the norm) but did practice on Thursday.  He should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Tom Nalen (Den) practiced on Friday and will play this week as usual.

T Ephraim Salaam (Den) is out with his injured knee.

T Victor Rogers (Det) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured back.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Victor Rogers (Det) was placed on IR ending his season.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Steve McKinney (Hou) missed practice on Thursday with the flu but should play this weekend.

T Ryan Diem (Ind) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured abs.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Tarik Glenn (Ind) partially participated in Wednesday's and Thursday's practices but should be able to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Adam Meadows (Ind) has not practiced this week but should still start this weekend in place of the injured Ryan Diem.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** Neither starting RT Ryan Diem (Ind) nor veteran backup Adam Meadows has practiced this week.  Starting LT Tarik Glenn is improving and is expected to play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LT Mike Pearson (Jac) will start this week.

Note that all Kansas City OLs have a bye this week.

T Mark Dixon (Mia) is still out with his injured ankle.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Mark Dixon (Mia) is expected to be placed on IR wiping out his season.  Free agent OT Kenyatta Jones was brought in for a tryout with the Dolphins, but was not signed by the team.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Wade Smith practiced on Friday and is expected to play this week.

G Joe Andruzzi (NE) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Joe Andruzzi (NE) practiced again on Thursday.

T Kenyatta Jones (NE) was released by the team.

G Kendyl Jacox (NO) did not practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Kendyl Jacox (NO) was able to practice on Friday and is expected to start this week.

G Wayne Lucier (NYG) did not practice Wednesday due to illness but should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Wayne Lucier (NYG) did not practice on Thursday but should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Wayne Lucier (NYG) had the flu, but is feeling much better.  He is expected to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Luke Petitgout (NYG) partially participated in Wednesday's practice and sat out the entire session on Thursday, but he should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Luke Petitgout (NYG) returned to practice on Friday and is expected to start.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Brad Badger (Oak) is expected to start for the Raiders this week with injuries to Matt Stinchcomb and Frank Middleton.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and could play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Mo Collins (Oak) practiced and Friday and will start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Lincoln Kennedy (Oak) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and hopes to start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Frank Middleton (Oak) practiced Wednesday and Thursday and hopes to start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Matt Stinchcomb (Oak) practiced Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

T Marvel Smith (Pit) will likely miss another week with his injured neck.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** T Marvel Smith (Pit) partially participated in Wednesday's practice but should sit this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** RT Oliver Ross (Pit) will start this weekend replacing a struggling Todd Fordham.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** C Jason Ball (SD) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Jason Ball (SD) missed Friday's practice and will not play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Cory Raymer (SD) practiced Friday despite a sore knee and is expected to play.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** RT Solomon Page (SD) was added to the Friday injury report as questionable.  Page has been dealing with a sore ankle for the last three weeks.  If he cannot go, Courtney van Buren will get his first start.  This could impact LaDainian Tomlinson and the running game.

T Derrick Deese (SF) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely sit this weekend as well.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** T Derrick Deese (SF) was able to return to practice on Friday and is now expected to start.  He appears as questionable on the updated injury report.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** T Derrick Deese (SF) will start this week after showing no setbacks after a strong Friday practice.

G Eric Heitmann (SF) practiced on Wednesday, but his status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** G Eric Heitman practiced on Friday and is expected to start this week.

C Jeremy Newberry (SF) did not practice on Wednesday but should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** C Jeremy Newberry (SF) practiced on Friday and is expected to start this weekend.

T Floyd Womack (Sea) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

G Jason Whittle (TB) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** G Jason Whittle (TB) practiced again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** G Jason Whittle (TB) practiced on Friday and is expected to play.

Note that all Tennessee OLs have a bye this week.

G Dave Fiore (Was) will likely miss another week with his injured knee.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Derrick Ransom (Ari) was able to practice on Thursday and now should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Derrick Ransom (Ari) had a setback with his ankle and was unable to practice on Friday.  He now looks as if he will not play this week. 

DE Brady Smith (Atl) did not practice on Wednesday.  His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Brady Smith (Atl) practiced on Thursday and (barring a setback) should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Brady Smith (Atl) practiced on Friday and is expected to play.

Note that all Buffalo DLs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Brentson Buckner (Car) practiced on Friday as well despite a bruised hip.  He is expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Shane Burton (Car) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Shane Burton (Car) was able to practice again on Friday with his sore groin.  He is expected to play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Kemp Rasmussen (Car) was able to practice on Friday despite a sore neck.  He expects to play this week.

DE Phillip Daniels (Chi) practiced Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Phillip Daniels (Chi) did not practice on Thursday but should still play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Phillip Daniels (Chi) was limited in Friday's practice, but is expected to start.  He appears on the updated injury report as probable.

DT Keith Traylor (Chi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Keith Traylor (Chi) was able to practice again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Keith Traylor (Chi) was limited in Friday's practice and is a game-time decision.

Note that all Cleveland DLs have a bye this week.

DT Jermaine Brooks (Dal) has been signed to the practice squad by the team.  Brooks is a talented rookie that likely would have been drafted last April if it weren't for that pesky arrest (and subsequent jail sentence) on drug and weapons charges.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Daryl Gardener (Den) is practicing and should start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Daryl Gardener (Den) practiced again Friday and will start this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Robert Porcher (Det) was unable to practice fully on Thursday.  He was added to the Friday injury report as questionable and is a game-time decision.

DT Rod Walker (GB) did not practice on Wednesday and could miss this weekend's game.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Rod Walker (GB) did not practice on Thursday and should sit this weekend.

DE Gary Walker (Hou) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured toe.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Gary Walker (Hou) is not expected to miss the rest of the season with his severe turf toe injury. Team doctors believe it will improve with a walking boot, but he is definitely out this week.

DT Montae Reagor (Ind) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his chest injury.

DE Lionel Barnes (Jac) is out with his injured calf.

Note that all Kansas City DLs have a bye this week.

DT Larry Chester (Mia) did not practice on Wednesday, but the team hopes he can play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Larry Chester (Mia) returned to practice on Friday and is expected to play.

DE Richard Seymour (NE) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Richard Seymour (NE) practiced again on Thursday.

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

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Ted Washington (NE) is expected to return week 11 at the earliest. 

DE Darren Howard (NO) is still out with his broken/dislocated wrist.

DT Grady Jackson (NO) has been suspended by the team for one game due to "conduct detrimental to the team."

DT Kenny Smith (NO) practiced on Wednesday and should start this weekend in place of Grady Jackson.

DT Johnathan Sullivan (NO) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

DT Cornelius Griffin (NYG) did not practice on Wednesday and might miss this weekend's game.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Cornelius Griffin (NYG) did not practice on Thursday and should sit this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Kenny Holmes (NYG) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday but should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Kenny Holmes (NYG) practiced on Friday and is expected to play.

DE John Abraham (NYJ) will not play this weekend due to his injured groin.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** Rookie DE Bryan Thomas (NYJ) will start in place of the injured John Abraham this week.

DT Sean Gilbert (Oak) signed with the team.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Sean Gilbert (Oak) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday but will likely sit this weekend as he just signed with the team.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Sean Gilbert (Oak) might be activated after solid practices on Thursday and Friday.

DT John Parrella (Oak) will likely miss another week with his injured groin.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT John Parrella (Oak) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday.  He should sit this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Dana Stubblefield (Oak) practiced Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

DE Sam Williams (Oak) will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured knee.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Sam Williams (Oak) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DE Jerome McDougle (Phi) will miss one more week with his injured ankle, but the team hopes he will play on November 10^th.

DT Hollis Thomas (Phi) has been lost for the season after being placed on the injured reserve list.  Jim Flanigan took his spot on the roster.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Brandon Mitchell (Sea) is expected to start this week.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** DE Lamar King (Sea) was activated off the PUP.  He is not expected to see action this week.

DT Anthony Adams (SF) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

DT Travis Kirschke (SF) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured knee.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** The 49ers will move around their defensive lineman as they attempt to plug in holes created by key injuries.  Rookie DT Anthony Adams (SF) is expected to start in place of injured DT Travis Kirschke.  DE John Engelberger is expected to start in place of of injured DE Andre Carter.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Bryant Young (SF) was able to practice this week and will start as expected.

DE Lamar King (Sea) is expected to be activated this week.

DT Damione Lewis (StL) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured ankle.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Brian Young (StL) will start in place of the injured Damione Lewis this week.

DE Leonard Little (StL) did not practice on Wednesday and will miss 1-2 weeks with his injured chest.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DE Bryce Fisher (StL) will start this week in place of Leonard Little.

DT Jimmy Kennedy (StL) will see increased playing time this week as the Rams juggle their line to account for the injuries.

Note that all Tennessee DLs have a bye this week.

DE Javon Kearse (Ten) is such a monster that he gets sacks on Tuesday. Elias Sports Bureau has taken away an INT for Robaire Smith and given Kearse a sack and a forced fumble.

DT Jermaine Haley (Was) practiced Wednesday and should play this weekend with a cast on his broken thumb.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Jermaine Haley (Was) practiced again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DT Jermaine Haley (Was) will start this weekend.  He will play with a cast on his right hand.

DT Darrell Russell (Was) has been re-instated by the team after a year-and-a-half long suspension.  He was also waived by the Raiders and signed by the Redskins.  Amazingly enough, the team believes Russell might be able to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** DT Darrell Russell (Was) practiced on Thursday and should be on the field this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Gerald Hayes (Ari) may miss this week's game with a shoulder injury.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** LB LeVar Woods (Ari) signed a two-year contract extension.

LB Keith Brooking (Atl) partially participated in Wednesday's practice but still hopes to play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Brooking (Atl) has looked good in practice this week and will play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Brooking (Atl) practiced on Friday and will start as expected.

Note that all Buffalo LBs have a bye this week.

LB Dan Morgan (Car) did not practice on Wednesday after suffering his 2nd concussion in eight days.  He is considered day-to-day.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Dan Morgan (Car) says he regrets playing last Sunday as he was still disoriented and fatigued from post-concussion syndrome.  He now claims that he did not suffer another concussion in the game.  Rather, he was simply disoriented and took himself out.  Morgan adds that his "head feels back to normal.  I can definitely feel a difference."  He has not practiced this week but hopes to start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Dan Morgan (Car) appears as doubtful on the updated injury report.  We do not expect him to play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Brian Allen (Car) practiced on Friday and expects to play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Mike Caldwell (Car) practiced despite his sore hamstring on Friday.  He expects to play this week.

LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) practiced on Wednesday and could play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) was able to practice again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Warrick Holdman (Chi) was upgraded to probable on the updated NFL injury report after a solid practice on Thursday.  He expects to play this week.

Note that all Cleveland LBs have a bye this week.

LB John Mobley (Den) is out with his injured neck.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Burns (Den) practiced on Friday and is expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Charlie Clemons (Hou) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday and will likely be a game-time decision at best.  Antwan Peek should get the start.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Jamie Sharper (Hou) did not practice on Wednesday due to knee swelling (which he says is common after a game on turf).  He was able to practice on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Brian Allen (Ind) practiced on Thursday and could play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Mike Caldwell (Ind) practiced on Thursday and could play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Keith Mitchell (Jac) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

LB T.J. Slaughter (Jac) has been arrested on assault charges stemming from an incident where he allegedly pointed a gun at two people in a car on the highway.  The Jaguars wasted no time and have released Slaughter from the team which prompted "concern" from Gene Upshaw (the head of the NFL players' union).  Head coach Jack Del Rio says Slaughter was released for poor performance.  Of course the timing is a mere coincidence.

Note that all Kansas City LBs have a bye this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Junior Seau (Mia) was able to practice on Friday and is expected to start as usual.

LB Raonall Smith (Min) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss another week with his injured hamstring.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Raonall Smith (Min) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this week.

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

LB Mike Vrabel (NE) practiced on Wednesday and could play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Mike Vrabel (NE) practiced again on Thursday and should play this weekend.

LB Sedrick Hodge (NO) got some work in on Wednesday and hopes to return from his knee injury on November 16th.

LB Darren Smith (NO) did not practice on Wednesday due to vertigo, but he should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Victor Hobson (NYJ) has been named the team's starting LB in place of the injured Mo Lewis.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Mo Lewis (NYJ) was not able to practice on Wednesday or Thursday due to his injured hip.  He will not start this weekend and might not play at all.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Mo Lewis (NYJ) was not able to practice on Friday and is not expected to play this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB James Allen (NO) practiced on Friday despite his sore knee and is expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Eric Barton (Oak) practiced Wednesday and Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Clint Kriewaldt (Pit) practiced on Friday despite a sore hamstring.  He is expected to play this week.

LB Chad Brown (Sea) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Chad Brown (Sea) did not practice on Thursday and will likely be a game-time decision.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Chad Brown (Sea) was able to practice on Friday.  He remains a  game-time decision, but we believe he will play.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) was excused from Thursday's practice due to a personal matter.  He is expected to play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** LB Anthony Simmons (Sea) did not practice on Friday either due to a death in his family.  He is expected to play, but may not start this weekend.

LB Tracy White (Sea) is still out with his injured foot.

LB Tommy Polley (StL) is still out with his injured elbow.

Note that all Tennessee LBs have a bye this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Ray Buchanan (Atl) was livid at being yanked from the starting lineup (and he should be…everyone knows its Michael Vick's fault the defense is horrible) but will be the team's nickel back this weekend.  I'm sure this role will put Buchanan back in a happy place.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Cory Hall (Atl) practiced on Wednesday and should be able to start this weekend.  He has been practicing since October 15^th.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Cory hall (Atl) practiced on Friday and is expected to play.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Juran Bolden was activated from the PUP list.  He is expected to start this weekend.

CB Corey Fuller (Bal) did not practice Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured leg.  Gary Baxter should start at CB while Will Demps gets the nod for Baxter at FS.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Corey Fuller (Bal) did not practice on Thursday and should sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Corey Fuller (Bal) was able to practice on Friday, but is still out this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Tom Knight (Bal) practiced on Thursday and has been upgraded to probable.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Tom Knight (Bal) practiced on Friday and is expected to play as usual.

Note that all Buffalo DBs have a bye this week.

S Mike Green (Chi) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Mike Green (Chi) suffered a setback and did not practice on Thursday.  He has been downgraded to doubtful.  Bobby Gray will get the start.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Mike Green (Chi) signed a five-year extension and will not become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the year.  He is not expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Marquand Manuel (Cin) did not practice on Wednesday but was able to go on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Marquand Manuel (Cin) limped through Friday's practice and is very questionable for this week.

Note that all Cleveland DBs have a bye this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Kennoy Kennedy (Den) practiced on Friday despite a tender ankle.  He is expected to play this week.

CB Roderick Babers (Det) is out with his injured shoulder.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Dre' Bly (Det) left Thursday's practice with tightness in his leg.  There is no official word on the prognosis, but head coach Steve Mariucci believes Bly will play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** The Lions signed former Panther Doug Evans.  The roster spot came free when T Victor Rogers was placed on IR with back problems.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Jimmy Wyrick (Det) is not expected to play this week after being unable to practice on Friday.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** CB Roderick Babers (Det) has been improving all week, but is not expected to play.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Jason Bell (Hou) did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday and should sit this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jason Bell (Hou) missed Friday's practice as well and will sit this week despite being listed as probable on the updated injury report.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Aaron Glenn (Hou) expects to play with his sore groin this week.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** DB Clifton Crosby (Ind) is expected to play after practicing this week.

CB Jason Craft (Jac) will likely miss another week with his injured knee.  Rashean Mathis will get the start.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Kiwaukee Thomas (Jac) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

CB James Trapp (Jac) is out with his injured ankle.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB James Trapp (Jac) has been lost for the season after being placed on the injured reserve list.

Note that all Kansas City DBs have a bye this week.

CB Sam Madison (Mia) took it easy in Wednesday's practice in order to rest his sore quadriceps.  He should start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Sam Madison (Mia) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

S Je'Rod Cherry (NE) did not practice on Wednesday and could miss this weekend's game.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Je'Rod Cherry (NE) did not practice on Thursday.

CB Ty Law (NE) did not practice on Wednesday.  His status for this weekend's game is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Ty Law (NE) was able to practice on Thursday.

CB William Peterson (NYG) is still out with his injured back.

CB Donnie Abraham (NYJ) is still out with his injured shoulder

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Jamie Henderson (NYJ) practiced on Wednesday and Thursday and should return to action this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Jamie Henderson (NYJ) as able to practice on Friday and is expected to play this week.

S Jon McGraw (NYJ) is still out with his injured shoulder.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Phillip Buchanon (Oak) has been named the team's starting CB over Terrance Shaw (who will play in nickel and dime situations).

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) practiced on Wednesday but sat on Thursday.  He should play this weekend.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S Rod Woodson (Oak) practiced on Friday and is expected to start this weekend.

S Brian Dawkins (Phi) is still out with his foot sprain.

CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) will likely miss another week with his sprained foot.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Bobby Taylor (Phi) will in fact miss this weekend's game.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Vernon Fox (SD) practiced on Thursday and should play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Vernon Fox (SD) practiced again on Friday and is expected to play.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Sammy Davis (SD) practiced despite a sore ankle and is expected to play.  Jerry Lewis is still not in playing shape.

S Zack Bronson (SF) did not practice on Wednesday and will likely miss this weekend's game with his injured neck.

S Ronnie Heard (SF) is out this weekend with his injured knee.

CB Jason Webster (SF) is still out with his injured knee.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S John Keith (SF) is expected to move from the practice squad to the starting lineup because of injuries to Zack Bronson and backup Ronnie Heard.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S john Keith (SF) will indeed start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Ken Hamlin (Sea) did not practice on Thursday but should still play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Ken Hamlin (Sea) was able to practice on Friday and will start this week.

CB Ken Lucas (Sea) practiced on Wednesday and should play this weekend.

S Adam Archuleta (StL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice. His status for this weekend is not fully known.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) practiced on Thursday and stands a reasonable chance to play this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S Adam Archuleta (StL) practiced on Friday and is expected to start this weekend.  CB Travis Fisher is also expected to return providing much needed reinforcements in the Rams' secondary.

CB Travis Fisher (StL) practiced Wednesday and should start this weekend.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Travis Fisher (StL) practiced on Friday and will indeed start this weekend.

CB Ronde Barber (TB) did not practice on Wednesday with his tender hamstring, but he should start this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Ronde Barber (TB) did not practice on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Ronde Barber (TB) practiced on Friday and expects to start unless he suffers a setback.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Hank Poteat (TB) was able to practice on Friday and is expected to play this week.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S John Howell (TB) practiced on Thursday.

S John Lynch (TB) practiced on Wednesday and could play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** S John Lynch (TB) practiced again on Thursday.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** S John Lynch (TB) practiced on Friday.  The team is calling this a game-time decision, but we expect him to start as usual.

*** SATURDAY UPDATE *** S John Lynch (TB) will now be a game-time decision according to HC Gruden.  Even if he does play Lynch, it will likely be in a shared capacity this week.

Note that all Tennessee DBs have a bye this week.

CB Samari Rolle (Ten) is back at practice and should play after the team's bye week.

CB Andre Woolfolk (Ten) may miss the remainder of the season after severely spraining his left ankle last Sunday.

CB Rashad Bauman (Was) did not practice Wednesday and will not go Thursday either.  He hopes to practice Friday and play this weekend.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Rashad Bauman (Was) did not practice on Thursday and should sit this weekend.

CB Fred Smoot (Was) will likely miss this weekend with his injured chest.

*** THURSDAY UPDATE *** CB Fred Smoot (Was) practiced on Thursday and says he is read to return to action this weekend.  However, he did not practice on Wednesday and head coach Steve Spurrier is not counting on having Smoot available.

*** FRIDAY UPDATE *** CB Fred Smoot (Was) practiced on Friday, but in non-contact drills.  He is a game-time decision this week.