All articles tagged with #injuries
NFL.com’s roundup confirms Texans WR Nico Collins left Monday’s game against the Steelers with a concussion and was ruled out, while the digest also covers other league updates such as Gabe Davis suffering a torn ACL for Buffalo, Christian Gonzalez in concussion protocol, and various coaching interviews and injury notes around multiple teams.
The Los Angeles Chargers fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman after a season hampered by injuries and a 16-3 wild-card loss to the Patriots, part of a broader staff shakeup that also included firing offensive line coach Mike Devlin as the team moves toward a likely two-new-coordinator 2026, with defensive coordinator Jesse Minter potentially in line for head-coach opportunities.
Blues face the Hurricanes shorthanded with Broberg and Thomas day-to-day, but Nick Bjugstad returns after 15 games and will center the third line; the projected lineup has Stenberg–Schenn–Snuggerud up front, Hofer in net, and defense pairs Fowler–Parayko, Tucker–Faulk, Mailloux–Kessel.
Erik Karlsson was placed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury and will be reevaluated in two weeks, sidelining a Penguins defenseman who logged 23:12 in their latest game. The NHL Status Report also notes Oilers returning Tristan Jarry and Jake Walman from IR, Brayden Point questionable for the Lightning after an in-game injury, Blues defenseman Philip Broberg very doubtful with concussion protocol, Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun a game-time decision with Justin Sourdif out, and various updates from Ottawa, Winnipeg, Philadelphia, Calgary, Vancouver and Montreal.
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19 to advance in the playoffs, overcoming star tight end George Kittle’s torn Achilles and a spate of linebacker injuries. Veterans Eric Kendricks and Garrett Wallow anchored the defense with strong tackling, Keion White applied pressure late, Marques Sigle delivered at safety, C.J. West helped slow the run, and Demarcus Robinson flashed for 111 receiving yards, underscoring the team’s depth as they head to Seattle.
Arsenal head to Chelsea for the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with several fitness concerns, notably William Saliba and Leandro Trossard as doubts and additional injuries (Calafiori, Hincapie, Mosquera, Dowman). Arteta is tipped to field a 4-3-3 featuring Kepa Arrizabalaga in goal and a back four of White, Saliba, Gabriel and Timber, with Zubimendi, Rice and Odegaard in midfield and Saka, Gyokeres and Martinelli in attack. If Saliba misses out, Timber could move to left-back with White at right-back. Kick-off is 8pm GMT at Stamford Bridge.}{
A two-alarm fire at Olympic View Manor in Seattle’s Beacon Hill area injured two people (one woman hospitalized with minor injuries and a firefighter treated) and killed two cats, with two apartments left uninhabitable. Initial 911 calls reported the wrong address, delaying response, but about 75 firefighters arrived and the cause is under investigation.
The Broncos arrive well-rested and healthier after a two-week break to host a Bills team hampered by injuries, with Denver hoping to capitalize on rest and potential returns as they reinforce their playoff position.
Three inmates died and at least 12 inmates and a guard were wounded in an incident at Washington State Prison in Washington County, Georgia. Responding agencies including the Georgia State Patrol and local authorities secured the facility, and the deceased were identified as 23-year-old Ahmod Hatcher, 42-year-old Jimmy Trammell, and 27-year-old Teddy Jackson.
At Anaheim 1's 450SX main, a scary opening-lap crash between Justin Barcia and Malcolm Stewart forced a red flag. Initial reports indicated Stewart dislocated a shoulder and Barcia suffered back injuries but remained conscious. Later updates from both riders said Stewart will undergo further evaluation for a shoulder injury, while Barcia reported no surgery needed after suffering a back injury and said he walked out of the hospital under his own power.
Three inmates were killed and 12 inmates were injured, with a guard also wounded, after several major fights during visiting hours at Washington State Prison in Davisboro, Georgia; staff regained control and all inmates were accounted for.
The Carolina Panthers lost their playoff game to the Rams 34-31 after leading in the fourth quarter, with key players like Bryce Young and Chuba Hubbard performing well, but injuries to the offensive line posed challenges. Despite the loss, the Panthers showed they belong on the big stage, with promising performances and emerging players, though injury concerns remain for the offseason.
The Panthers, now fully healthy with no injuries for their playoff game against the Rams, had to decide on their inactive players, choosing to rest some key players and include rookie Cam Jackson in the lineup, marking their first full-strength home playoff game in a decade.
Three men were arrested after a crash in South Benfleet, Essex, where emergency responders were struck by a second vehicle, seriously injuring a paramedic and police officer. The incident prompted an investigation, with police appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
The upcoming NFC playoff game between the 49ers and Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field features key storylines including injury impacts, offensive and defensive matchups, and standout players like Brock Purdy, Jalen Hurts, and Christian McCaffrey, with both teams aiming to overcome injuries and secure a spot in the next round.