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NFLSeahawks Activate Zach Charbonnet From PUP List Just in Time to Save Their Offense
The Seattle Seahawks are activating running back Zach Charbonnet from the PUP list following his playoff ACL tear, bringing much-needed help to a struggling offense.Roster MoveInjuryFantasy
NFLChiefs Send LT Josh Simmons to IR After Rehab 'Plateaus'
Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons is heading to Injured Reserve with a bulging disc after his rehab process stalled, dealing a blow to the team's offensive line depth.InjuryRoster MoveBetting
NFLC.J. Gardner-Johnson's Spitting Suspension Upheld Because the NFL Doesn't Do Llama Exemptions
The NFL has upheld the one-game suspension for Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson after he was caught spitting at Raiders tight end Brock Bowers.SuspensionAnalysis
NFLSaquon Barkley is Back to Save the Eagles from Themselves
Saquon Barkley is returning to practice and expected to play Monday against the Cowboys, providing a desperate lifeline for a banged-up Eagles offense.InjuryRoster MoveGame Preview
NFLCaleb Williams is Back for TNF, But the Bears Backfield Takes a Hit
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is healthy and ready for Thursday Night Football against the Patriots, though running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out.InjuryGame Preview
NFLFalcons Drop Wednesday Injury Report Following Brutal Loss to Bears
ESPN's Marc Raimondi shared the Atlanta Falcons' Wednesday injury report as the team regroups from a 31-23 loss to the Chicago Bears.InjuryAnalysis
NFLBaker Mayfield Returns to Full Practice for a Bucs Team That Desperately Needs Him
Baker Mayfield is back to full practice after a Week 3 thumb injury, but he returns to a 1-5 Tampa Bay Buccaneers team in desperate need of a spark.InjuryRoster MoveBetting
NFLBears Rule Out Kyle Monangai Again Because 30 Carries Have Consequences
Kyle Monangai will miss his third straight game with thumb and turf toe injuries as the Bears prepare for a Thursday night matchup against the Patriots.InjuryFantasyBetting
NFLRams Defense Takes a Massive Hit as Kobie Turner Heads to IR
The Los Angeles Rams placed star defensive lineman Kobie Turner on injured reserve with a groin strain, sidelining him for 4-6 weeks during a crucial contract year.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
NFLLamar Jackson Misses Wednesday Practice as Ravens Play the Waiting Game
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson missed Wednesday's practice due to an ongoing ankle injury, leaving his status for Sunday's divisional game against the Cleveland Browns up in the air.InjuryBettingGame Preview
NFLAndy Dalton's Falcons Era Begins With a Clipboard and Sweatpants
Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski announced veteran quarterback Andy Dalton will be inactive this week, continuing the team's chaotic roster shuffle.Roster MoveCoachingAnalysis
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