The Carolina Panthers activated Pro Bowl guard Robert Hunt from injured reserve ahead of their playoff game against the Rams, marking his return after a biceps injury that sidelined him since Week 2. Hunt's presence is expected to boost the team's offensive line and bring leadership and energy to the squad during the crucial playoff match.
The Green Bay Packers activated linebacker Nick Niemann from injured reserve, placed cornerback Bo Melton on injured reserve, signed rookie defensive lineman Anthony Campbell to the practice squad, and placed wide receiver Will Sheppard on the practice squad, as announced by GM Brian Gutekunst.
The New England Patriots activated T Will Campbell and DT Milton Williams from injured reserve, released DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr., and elevated OL Brenden Jaimes and DL Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, making several roster adjustments ahead of their games.
The Green Bay Packers made several roster moves including signing WR Jakobie Keeney-James and G/C Lecitus Smith from the practice squad, placing Donovan Jennings and Savion Williams on injured reserve, and elevating TE Drake Dabney and LB Jamon Johnson for game day, as announced by GM Brian Gutekunst.
The Tennessee Titans made multiple roster changes ahead of their season finale against the Jaguars, including activating Bryce Oliver and Ali Gaye from Injured Reserve, placing Van Jefferson and Jayln Armour-Davis on IR, signing Kemon Hall, and elevating Cole Turner for the game.
The Panthers claimed safety D'Anthony Bell off waivers from the Seahawks to bolster their secondary, placing injured tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders on injured reserve after a broken fibula.
The Green Bay Packers made several roster moves including signing Johnathan Baldwin and Clayton Tune from the practice squad, adding Karsen Barnhart, Tyron Herring, and Desmond Ridder to the practice squad, and placing Zayne Anderson and Nate Hobbs on injured reserve, as announced by GM Brian Gutekunst.
The Cleveland Browns signed rookie center Kingsley Eguakun from the Lions' practice squad and placed guard Wyatt Teller on injured reserve due to a calf injury.
The Seahawks signed rookie tackle Amari Kight from their practice squad to their 53-man roster, placed receiver Cody White on injured reserve due to a groin injury, and made additional roster adjustments including waiving safety D'Anthony Bell and signing receiver Montorie Foster Jr.
Raiders' Maxx Crosby, unhappy about being shut down due to a knee injury and placed on injured reserve, has expressed strong opposition to the team's decision and has indicated he does not want to leave the team despite trade rumors.
The Raiders have placed Maxx Crosby on injured reserve for the rest of the 2025 season due to a knee injury, despite his objections, and he is expected to undergo knee surgery. The team emphasizes his contributions and leadership, while questions remain about his future and the team's intentions amid a poor season record.
The New England Patriots placed key receiver Mack Hollins on injured reserve due to an abdominal injury, sidelining him for the rest of the season and early postseason, and signed defensive lineman Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to the roster.
The Patriots made several roster moves ahead of their Week 17 game against the Jets, including placing WR Mack Hollins on injured reserve and signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr., while also elevating two players from the practice squad. Hollins's injury is significant as he is a key receiver and blocker, and his absence will impact the Patriots' offensive strategy, especially with playoff implications. The team also addressed defensive line needs due to injuries, with new additions expected to fill rotational roles. The game is scheduled for Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
Rookie linebacker Jay Higgins IV has been activated from injured reserve and is expected to play for the Ravens against the Packers, after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him since November 9. With Teddye Buchanan's season-ending injury, Higgins might see some defensive action.
The New England Patriots made several roster moves including placing WR Mack Hollins on injured reserve, signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr. from the practice squad, and elevating DB Kobee Minor and DL Leonard Taylor III to the active roster.