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.
Lamar Jackson is set to play in the AFC North title game after a full week of practice, while Rashod Bateman's status is uncertain due to illness. Other key players like Kyle Van Noy, Roquan Smith, and T.J. Watt are also expected to participate, with Watt returning after a lung injury.
Lamar Jackson is expected to practice on Wednesday, which is a positive sign for his availability in Week 18 after missing last week due to a back injury. His participation could determine if he starts against the Steelers, with Tyler Huntley as a backup.
Robert Hunt, a Pro Bowl guard for the Panthers, is set to return to practice for the first time since Week 2 after recovering from a biceps tendon injury, with the team having 21 days to decide on his activation for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Aaron Rodgers emphasizes the importance of practice for the Steelers' success, highlighting recent improvements in preparation and execution that have contributed to their winning streak. He notes the significance of practice intensity and details, especially ahead of their upcoming game against the Lions, who are a high-scoring team and have a strong home environment. Rodgers also praises Lions' coach Dan Campbell and star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson, stressing the need for the Steelers to prepare like they play.
Lamar Jackson missed practice due to illness, marking his sixth consecutive week without a full practice, as the Ravens prepare for their Week 16 game against the Patriots. Several other players also missed practice due to injuries, but some, like Rashod Bateman, returned to full practice.
The Week 16 Wednesday injury report indicates that four players are held out of practice for the Panthers, with some key players returning to the field in previous weeks, but others still sidelined for upcoming games.
Rookie linebacker Jay Higgins IV has returned to Ravens practice after a knee injury sidelined him for five games, providing much-needed depth following Teddye Buchanan's torn ACL.
Lamar Jackson was absent from Wednesday's practice due to an injury concern, adding to the list of Ravens players missing practice, with his injury status still uncertain as the team evaluates his hamstring injury.
Dan Quinn discussed the Washington Commanders' practice in Spain, injury updates including Will Harris, Terry McLaurin, Noah Brown, and Chris Rodriguez, disciplinary issues from a recent game, and his new role in playcalling on defense, with the team using Madrid's facilities for training.
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who has been on injured reserve with a toe injury since September 16, has been cleared for a limited return to practice as part of his recovery process, during a 21-day window where he can begin on-field activities without affecting the active roster.
Buffalo Bills' starting running back James Cook will miss practice due to an ankle/foot injury sustained in Sunday's game, along with several other players, as part of their first injury report of the week.
During NASCAR Cup Series practice at Phoenix Raceway, championship contender Chase Briscoe experienced a tire failure at the 1-mile oval, posing a potential setback in his race preparations.
The San Francisco 49ers' injury report ahead of their Week 9 game against the Giants shows Brock Purdy limited in practice but improving, while several defensive players returned to practice in limited fashion. Key players like Ricky Pearsall and Ben Bartch are still dealing with injuries, and the team made a roster move by signing Brandon Parker to the practice squad. The starting quarterback situation remains uncertain.
The Buffalo Bills received good news with key players like Maxwell Hairston, Terrel Bernard, and Matt Milano returning to practice, while others like Ed Oliver, DaQuan Jones, Joshua Palmer, and Ray Davis remain injured. The team prepares for their game against the Kansas City Chiefs, with some uncertainties about minor injuries to Matt Prater and Shaq Thompson.