NFL BUZZ - OCTOBER 21st RAPID FIRE

Welcome back to NFL BUZZ! Wednesday brought encouraging developments for some injured stars, concerning practice reports for others, and an official quarterback change in New York.

Let's get into it!

🌵 Arizona Cardinals

• Jeremiyah Love: Did not practice Wednesday as he continues recovering from his ankle injury. Despite previously being scheduled to resume running, Love has not been cleared to return to practice or play in Week 7. (Mike LaFleur; Dani Sureck; RotoWire NFL)

🐦‍⬛ Baltimore Ravens

• Lamar Jackson: Returned to LIMITED practice Wednesday while recovering from his ankle injury. Head coach Jesse Minter confirmed Jackson participated, although his Week 7 availability remains uncertain. (Jesse Minter; Baltimore Ravens; Jamison Hensley)
• Rashod Bateman: Participated in Wednesday's practice after aggravating his shoulder injury Sunday. His participation is encouraging, but no official Week 7 clearance has been announced. (Brian Wacker; RotoWire NFL)

🐻 Chicago Bears

• Kyle Monangai: RULED OUT for Thursday Night Football against New England due to thumb and turf-toe injuries. This marks his third consecutive missed game. (Chicago Bears; Adam Schefter)

🟤 Cleveland Browns

• Quinshon Judkins / Dylan Sampson: Both running backs returned to LIMITED practice Wednesday. Judkins is dealing with an ankle injury, while Sampson is managing a knee issue. Head coach Todd Monken expressed optimism that both could play against Tennessee, but neither has been officially cleared. (Todd Monken; Daniel Oyefusi; Underdog NFL)
• KC Concepcion / Denzel Boston: Concepcion was limited with calf and quad injuries, while Boston was limited with a foot issue. (Chris Easterling; RotoWire NFL)

🐴 Denver Broncos

• Jonah Coleman: Denver opened Coleman's 21-day practice window, and he participated FULLY on Wednesday following his ankle injury. Coleman has not officially been activated, but his potential return makes him an intriguing fantasy stash behind J.K. Dobbins. (Adam Schefter; Ian Rapoport; Zac Stevens)
• Jaylen Waddle: Limited in Wednesday's practice with a chest injury. (Denver Broncos; RotoWire NFL)

🦁 Detroit Lions

• Sam LaPorta: Expressed frustration over the lack of a contract extension, saying he would be willing to play elsewhere if his time in Detroit ends. (Sam LaPorta; SleeperNFL; Underdog NFL)

🧀 Green Bay Packers

• Josh Jacobs: Expected to return in Week 7, according to reporting from Ian Rapoport. However, Matt LaFleur says the Packers are still working through the decision. Jacobs' participation and workload have not been officially confirmed. (Ian Rapoport; Matt LaFleur; Underdog NFL)
• Jordan Love / Christian Watson / Matthew Golden: All three were estimated as LIMITED participants Wednesday. Love is managing a back injury, Watson an ankle injury, and Golden a shoulder injury. Green Bay did not hold an official practice, so these are estimated designations. (Matt Schneidman; RotoWire NFL)

🐂 Houston Texans

• David Montgomery: Did not practice Wednesday due to a groin injury. His availability remains uncertain, potentially creating additional opportunities for Woody Marks if Montgomery cannot play. (Houston Texans; Aaron Wilson; Underdog NFL)
• Dalton Schultz: Missed Wednesday's practice with a quad injury. Medical analyst Jeff Mueller believes the issue could be a contusion, but no specific diagnosis or Week 7 clearance has been confirmed. (Houston Texans; RotoWire NFL; Jeff Mueller)
• Jawhar Jordan: Placed on Houston's practice-squad injured list. No return timetable was provided. (Houston Texans; Cody Stoots)

🐎 Indianapolis Colts

• Tyler Warren: Did not practice Wednesday as he continues dealing with a groin injury. (Indianapolis Colts; Jake Arthur; RotoWire NFL)

🏹 Kansas City Chiefs

• Rashee Rice: Did not practice Wednesday because of a hamstring injury. (Andy Reid; Nate Taylor; RotoWire NFL)
• Travis Kelce: Limited in practice with an ankle injury. (Matt Derrick; RotoWire NFL)

🐏 Los Angeles Rams

• Davante Adams: Sean McVay says Adams will need a procedure to address his hamstring injury, but the surgery has not yet been scheduled. The previously reported 6–10-week recovery estimate remains preliminary, with the exact timeline dependent on the procedure performed. (Sean McVay; Sarah Barshop; Jeff Mueller)
• Receiving Corps: Los Angeles is reportedly exploring potential receiver acquisitions following Adams' injury. However, McVay says the Rams have not had discussions about adding a receiver. (Dan Graziano; Sean McVay)

☠️ Las Vegas Raiders

• Brock Bowers: Limited Wednesday with hamstring and calf injuries. (Around the NFL; RotoWire NFL)
• Mike Washington Jr.: Also limited with foot and back injuries. (RotoWire NFL)

🐬 Miami Dolphins

• Malik Willis: Practiced FULLY Wednesday despite receiving treatment for a right-thumb injury. (David Furones; RotoWire NFL)
• Jaylen Wright / Caleb Douglas: Both were limited Wednesday. Wright continues dealing with a foot injury, while Douglas is recovering from an ankle issue. (David Furones; Underdog NFL)

⚔️ Minnesota Vikings

• Justin Jefferson: Limited Wednesday with an ankle injury. (Minnesota Vikings; Alec Lewis; RotoWire NFL)
• Jordan Addison / T.J. Hockenson: Both practiced FULLY Wednesday. Addison is recovering from a hamstring injury, while Hockenson is working through concussion protocol. Full participation is encouraging, although Hockenson still needs the necessary clearance. (Minnesota Vikings; RotoWire NFL)
• Jordan Mason: Practiced FULLY after Minnesota opened his return window from injured reserve. Mason has not officially been activated, but his eventual return could significantly affect the Vikings' backfield. (Minnesota Vikings; RotoWire NFL)

🏈 New England Patriots

• A.J. Brown: Practiced FULLY Wednesday and carries NO injury designation for Thursday Night Football against Chicago. Brown is ready to go after managing an ankle injury. (New England Patriots; RotoWire NFL)
• TreVeyon Henderson: Also carries NO injury designation after practicing fully throughout the week. Henderson is available for Thursday's matchup. (New England Patriots; RotoWire NFL)

⚜️ New Orleans Saints

• Jordyn Tyson: Will NOT practice this week as he continues recovering from his hamstring injury. GM Mickey Loomis says Tyson is improving but has not provided a return timetable. Medical analyst Jeff Mueller estimates a possible Week 9–11 return. (Mickey Loomis; Adam Schefter; Jeff Mueller)
• Alvin Kamara: Limited Wednesday with a back injury. (Katherine Terrell; RotoWire NFL)

🗽 New York Giants

• J.J. McCarthy: OFFICIALLY NAMED THE STARTER! John Harbaugh confirmed McCarthy will replace Jameis Winston at quarterback against Houston in Week 7. The change could have significant implications for New York's receiving corps and fantasy outlook. (John Harbaugh; New York Giants; Adam Schefter; Ian Rapoport)

✈️ New York Jets

• Breece Hall: Did not practice Wednesday because of his quad injury. Hall has not played since Week 3, but Aaron Glenn has not ruled him out for Week 7. Glenn also reiterated that Hall remains the starter when healthy, with Braelon Allen continuing to receive touches. (Aaron Glenn; Zack Rosenblatt; RotoWire NFL)
• Adonai Mitchell: Returned to LIMITED practice while recovering from a finger injury. His eventual return could affect Omar Cooper Jr.'s opportunities in the receiving rotation. (New York Jets; RotoWire NFL)

🦅 Philadelphia Eagles

• Jalen Hurts: The NFLPA is calling for a full investigation into Hurts' medical care following his blood-clot diagnosis. Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league welcomes the review. (NFLPA; Roger Goodell; Tim McManus; Ian Rapoport)

🟡 Pittsburgh Steelers

• Rico Dowdle: Limited in Wednesday's practice with a knee injury. (Mike DeFabo; RotoWire NFL)

🌊 Seattle Seahawks

• Zach Charbonnet: Practiced FULLY Wednesday while recovering from his knee injury. This is an encouraging development as Charbonnet works toward his season debut. (Corbin Smith; RotoWire NFL)

🌉 San Francisco 49ers

• Mike Evans: Did NOT practice Wednesday because of his Achilles injury. His availability against Atlanta remains uncertain following Monday night's early exit. (Kyle Shanahan; Nick Wagoner; RotoWire NFL)
• Christian Kirk: Practiced FULLY Wednesday as he works toward returning from his calf injury. Kirk has not officially been activated, but his return could provide San Francisco with much-needed receiving depth. (Kyle Shanahan; Rotoworld)

🏴‍☠️ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

• Baker Mayfield: Practiced FULLY Wednesday despite his injured throwing-hand thumb. Todd Bowles says Mayfield threw well, but a final decision on his Week 7 availability is expected Friday. (Todd Bowles; Jenna Laine; Adam Schefter; Ian Rapoport)
• Emeka Egbuka: Did NOT practice Wednesday due to concussion and foot injuries. His availability for Week 7 is now a major concern, particularly with Mayfield's status also uncertain. (Scott Smith; Greg Auman; Jeff Mueller)
• Bucky Irving: Missed Wednesday's practice because of illness. Meanwhile, Sean Tucker practiced fully despite his quad injury. (Scott Smith; RotoWire NFL; Underdog NFL)

⚔️ Tennessee Titans

• Calvin Ridley: Limited Wednesday with a hip injury. (Jim Wyatt; RotoWire NFL)
• Tyjae Spears: Did not practice Wednesday, according to Robert Saleh. (Robert Saleh)

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