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Ravens | Lamar Jackson could be held out of Week 8’s game
Contrary to a previous report, Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (hamstring) ran the scout team at practice Friday, Oct. 24, which is a possible indication that he may not resume playing until Week 9 versus the Miami Dolphins, even though he was a full practice participant, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Cowboys | Trevon Diggs could land on IR
The Dallas Cowboys will consider placing CB Trevon Diggs (concussion, knee) on the Reserve/Injured list, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones. Diggs is set to miss his second consecutive game in Week 8 versus the Denver Broncos, following an accident at his home Oct. 16.
Jaguars | Brian Thomas not expected to be traded
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. is not expected to be moved before the NFL trade deadline Nov. 4, although the team is still listening on calls, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini. The Jaguars are also looking for defensive help.
Browns | Bailey Zappe to be elevated from practice squad
Cleveland Browns QB Bailey Zappe will be promoted from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Oct. 25, for Week 8's game versus the New England Patriots, according to a source.
Packers | Christian Watson could be activated from PUP list
The Green Bay Packers could activate WR Christian Watson (knee) from the Physically Unable to Perform list Saturday, Oct. 25, which would make him eligible to play in Week 8's game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Packers | Ben Sims likely to be let go
The Green Bay Packers are expected to release TE Ben Sims Saturday, Oct. 25, according to a source.
Ravens | Tyler Huntley could start in Week 8
Baltimore Ravens QB Tyler Huntley would be the likely starter for Week 8's game against the Chicago Bears if QB Lamar Jackson (hamstring) is unable to play, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Falcons | Kirk Cousins has good chance to start in Week 8
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins appears 'highly likely' to start Week 8's game versus the Miami Dolphins because QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is still recovering from a bone bruise in his left knee, according to multiple sources.
Bengals | Trey Hendrickson likely to play
Cincinnati Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson (hip) is expected to play in Week 8's game versus the New York Jets, according to a source. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report after participating in two of Cincinnati's three practice sessions on a limited basis.
Panthers | Andy Dalton officially named Week 8 starter
Carolina Panthers QB Andy Dalton will start Week 8's game versus the Buffalo Bills, regardless of whether or not QB Bryce Young (ankle) is declared active, according to a club spokesperson.
Dolphins | Jordyn Brooks doing it all
Miami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks leads the NFL in total tackles (75) and solo stops (46), and he is averaging 12.3 tackles over his last four games.
Bears | Coach happy with Colston Loveland
Chicago Bears TE Colston Loveland has been 'impacting games in a very positive fashion,' according to head coach Ben Johnson. 'He's a reason why our offense is going to continue to get better,' Johnson said.
Saints | Devin Neal the next man up
New Orleans Saints RB Devin Neal 'will get more snaps' now that RB Kendre Miller (knee) is out for the year, according to Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com.
Chiefs | Josh Simmons back in a few weeks?
Kansas City Chiefs OT Josh Simmons (non-injury) 'is expected to rejoin the team in a few weeks,' sources told ESPN's Nate Taylor.
Buccaneers | Cade Otton ready to step up?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cade Otton has 34 receptions on 44 targets for 334 yards and three touchdowns in the six games WR Mike Evans has missed since the start of last season.
Broncos | Bo Nix set to shine in Week 8?
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix faces the Dallas Cowboys in Week 8, and the Cowboys have allowed the second-most passing touchdowns (16) and a league-high 260.3 passing yards per game this season.
Cowboys | Jalen Brooks receives settlement
Dallas Cowboys WR Jalen Brooks (knee) was released from the practice squad with an injury settlement Friday, Oct. 24.
49ers | Brandon Aiyuk may start practicing soon
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk (knee) has a chance to start practicing next week, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan.
Chargers | Two running backs return to PS
Los Angeles Chargers RB Nyheim Hines and RB Jaret Patterson reverted back to the practice Friday, Oct. 24, after being on the active roster for the Week 8 game.
Seahawks | Seattle makes chance to practice squad
Free-agent WR Tyrone Broden (Seahawks) was signed with the Seattle Seahawks practice squad Friday, Oct. 24. The team also released WR Tyler Scott from the practice squad.
Panthers | Bryce Young back in Week 9?
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young (ankle) is hopeful that he can return against the Green Bay Packers in Week 9.
Texans | Dalton Schultz should be available
Houston Texans TE Dalton Schultz (back, shoulder) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 24, and is not on the injury report for Week 8.
Texans | Christian Kirk ruled out
Houston Texans WR Christian Kirk (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 24, and has been ruled out for Week 8.
49ers | Brock Purdy to miss another game
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy (toe) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 24, but has been ruled out for Week 8.