
Patriots QB Drake Maye sidelined by illness amid Super Bowl prep
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye missed a practice session due to illness as the team continues preparations for the upcoming Super Bowl.
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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye missed a practice session due to illness as the team continues preparations for the upcoming Super Bowl.

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye did not participate in Friday’s start of practice due to illness and a right throwing-shoulder injury, with coach Mike Vrabel saying he would have practiced if not sick. Maye had been limited the day before, and backups Joshua Dobbs and Tommy DeVito were the only quarterbacks at practice as New England gears up for Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks in nine days.

The Seattle Seahawks held a January 21, 2026 practice at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center as they prep to host the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship, showcased in a photo gallery highlighting players across the roster.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said it’s not yet clear whether Mack Hollins will practice this week since he’s eligible to return off injured reserve; Hollins had a productive 2025 season, and the team is also evaluating whether defensive tackle Joshua Farmer will begin practicing this week ahead of the AFC Championship.

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.