Chandler Zavala, a guard for the Carolina Panthers, has been designated to return to practice after being on injured reserve with a calf injury, opening a 21-day window for potential activation. This marks his second IR stint this season, and the team also has guard Robert Hunt practicing with a roster spot available.
The New Orleans Saints have made multiple roster moves including placing four players on injured reserve, signing new players, and making roster elevations for Week 17, reflecting ongoing adjustments to their team roster.
The Dallas Cowboys made multiple roster moves due to injuries, placing Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, and T.J. Bass on season-ending IR, while activating Phil Mafah and Josh Butler from IR, and signing or elevating other players to fill roster spots for their Week 18 game against the Giants.
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson will miss the season finale due to an orbital fracture and vision issues from a freak accident in Week 6, ending his season early. Despite limited play and injury setbacks, Richardson remains optimistic about his future in the NFL, with plans for further recovery and training.
The Chicago Bears made multiple roster moves including placing Noah Sewell on injured reserve, activating Tremaine Edmunds, Jaylon Johnson, and Kyler Gordon from injured reserve, and making trades and signings to adjust their roster for upcoming games.
The Minnesota Vikings placed center Ryan Kelly on Injured Reserve after he suffered a concussion in Week 17, limiting him to eight games this season, and signed interior lineman Henry Byrd from the practice squad. Michael Jurgens is expected to start in Kelly's place against the Lions, while the team also made roster moves including elevating linebacker Sione Takitaki and downgrading tight end Gavin Bartholomew due to injury.
DaRon Bland, an All-Pro cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, is likely to be placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a foot injury, which could also require surgery, ending his 2025 season with only three games remaining. The team is also managing the return of other key cornerbacks, highlighting ongoing injury challenges in their secondary.
The Seahawks activated receiver Dareke Young from injured reserve and elevated running back Cam Akers and tackle Amari Kight from the practice squad for the upcoming game against the Rams, with Akers making his debut against his former team and Kight providing additional tackle depth.
The Kansas City Chiefs placed injured left tackle Josh Simmons on injured reserve after successful wrist surgery, leaving the team with multiple offensive line injuries and prompting the signing of Esa Pole from the practice squad.
Denver Broncos are considering placing running back J.K. Dobbins on injured reserve due to a foot injury, which could sideline him for at least four games, impacting their offensive lineup and game strategy, especially with a key matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs upcoming.
Jayden Daniels' dislocated elbow has been diagnosed without ligament damage, so he won't need surgery or immediate IR placement, and the team will reevaluate him after Week 12; meanwhile, Marcus Mariota will start in his absence.
Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter will be placed on injured reserve due to a non-contact knee injury, missing at least four games, with uncertain prospects for return this season. Despite the setback, his coach remains optimistic about his recovery and future performance.
The Denver Broncos do not plan to place cornerback Pat Surtain on injured reserve despite his pectoral injury, and he will miss the upcoming game against the Texans but could return after the team's bye week, avoiding a lengthy absence.
Trevon Diggs is dealing with injuries, including a concussion, and the Cowboys haven't ruled out placing him on injured reserve, with his future with the team uncertain as he has no guaranteed contract money remaining.
Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki has been placed on injured reserve due to a pec injury and will be out for at least four weeks, amidst various other injury updates across the NFL.