News Summary
As NFL Week 7 approaches, several key players are facing injuries that may alter their team’s strategies and outcomes. Notable absentees include Washington’s Deebo Samuel, Arizona’s Kyler Murray, and San Francisco’s Brock Purdy. Other teams like the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have players listed as questionable, adding unpredictability to the lineup. Coaches and fans are closely monitoring these updates as they may significantly influence the matchups this weekend.
Injury Updates Ahead of NFL Week 7 Matches
Several notable players across the National Football League are dealing with injuries and uncertain statuses as Week 7 games approach. Key absences and questionable participants could impact team strategies and outcomes this weekend and Monday night.
Players Officially Out for Week 7
- Washington Commanders: Wide receiver Deebo Samuel has been officially ruled out of the upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys due to a heel injury. Additionally, wide receiver Terry McLaurin will miss the game because of a quadriceps injury.
- Arizona Cardinals: Quarterback Kyler Murray will not play in the Cardinals’ home game versus the Green Bay Packers, having been ruled out with a foot injury. Backup Jacoby Brissett is expected to start.
- San Francisco 49ers: Starting quarterback Brock Purdy (toe injury) and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee injury) are confirmed out for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. However, tight end George Kittle, suffering from a hamstring issue, is cleared to return.
- Los Angeles Rams: Wide receiver Puka Nacua will miss the game due to an ankle injury, having not practiced all week. Linebackers Devin Lloyd (calf) and Ventrell Miller (shoulder) are also out for the London matchup versus the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- Kansas City Chiefs: Left tackle Josh Simmons is unavailable for personal reasons and will not feature in the upcoming game.
- Baltimore Ravens: Wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been ruled out with a hamstring injury, missing this week’s contest.
- Green Bay Packers: The team has seven players listed as questionable, including running back Josh Jacobs.
- Arizona Cardinals: Quarterback Kyler Murray remains questionable after limited practices this week.
- New England Patriots: Tight end David Njoku is a nonparticipant in practice, raising questions about his availability.
- New York Giants: Wide receiver Darius Slayton has not practiced due to a hamstring injury and is considered unlikely to play.
- Chicago Bears: Kicker Cairo Santos was listed as a nonparticipant with a thigh injury but practice reports suggest recovery progress.
Players Listed as Questionable
- Dallas Cowboys: Cornerback Trevon Diggs, recovering from a concussion suffered at home, is ruled out, impacting the secondary against Washington. Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is expected to play after limited practices last week.
- Green Bay Packers: Several key players, including running back Josh Jacobs, are listed as questionable for Week 7, pending further evaluations.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Wide receivers Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka, both hamstring injury concerns, are officially questionable for Monday night’s game against the Detroit Lions.
- Miami Dolphins: Wide receivers Dodson and Duck, listed as questionable, practiced fully this week and are expected to participate.
- Chicago Bears: Kicker Cairo Santos has a thigh injury and remains a nonparticipant; full recovery status will be monitored before game time.
Other Notable Injury and Absence Updates
- Los Angeles Chargers: Linebacker Khalil Mack has had his practice window opened but remains limited with an elbow injury.
- Jacksonville Jaguars: Linebackers Devin Lloyd (calf) and Ventrell Miller (shoulder) are out for their London game against the Rams.
- Atlanta Falcons: Rookies Walker and Bowman are unavailable due to soft tissue injuries, affecting the defensive lineup.
- Philadelphia Eagles: Defensive tackle Jalen Carter, after a full practice this week, is healthy to play against the Dolphins.
- New York Jets: Wide receiver Garrett Wilson is not on the injury report and is expected to participate in the upcoming game.
Summary
With injuries and illnesses affecting multiple teams, the Week 7 NFL schedule could see notable shifts in team lineups and game strategies. Players such as George Kittle and CeeDee Lamb are expected to be active, while key absences like Trevon Diggs and Kyler Murray may influence game dynamics. Coaches and fans will be watching injury reports closely as kickoff approaches, eager to see which players will be available for this weekend’s matchups.
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Additional Resources
- NFL.com: Week 7 Injury Report
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