Tag: Injury Update

NFL insider: Commanders TE Zach Ertz ‘trending toward playing’ vs. Eagles

Good news for Zach Ertz and the Commanders?

The Washington Commanders could have a big piece of their offense back on Sunday in an NFC East showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported late Saturday that tight end Zach Ertz was “trending toward playing” in the Week 16 contest against the Eagles.

Ertz suffered a concussion in the second quarter of last week’s win over the New Orleans Saints. He immediately checked into the blue medical tent before leaving for the locker room. Washington didn’t take long to rule Ertz out.

The 12-year veteran spent the first eight-and-a-half seasons of his NFL career with Philadelphia. Ertz has started every game this season for the Commanders and is second on the team in receptions (54), receiving yards (526) and receiving touchdowns (4).

The Commanders recently lost two of their top four receivers when running back Austin Ekeler (concussion) and wide receiver Noah Brown (kidney) were placed on injured reserve. If Ertz were to miss Sunday’s game against Philadelphia, quarterback Jayden Daniels would be without three of his top four pass catchers against the NFL’s top defense.

Will Jeremy Chinn play Sunday? Injury update for Commanders safety

Will Jeremy Chinn play Sunday? The latest on the Commanders S.

Will Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Chinn play in Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles?

The fifth-year safety suffered a concussion in the second half of last week’s win over the New Orleans Saints. Chinn is second on the team with 93 tackles and has started every game this season. Chinn also has a sack, an interception, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries. After a slow start, he’s proven to be an excellent fit for Washington’s rebuilt defense.

Jeremy Chinn injury update

Chinn surprised everyone when he practiced on Wednesday. He was limited, but seeing him on the field three days after the concussion was encouraging.

Commanders S depth chart

  • SS1: Jeremy Chinn
  • SS2: Percy Butler
  • SS3: Darrick Forrest

Butler was ahead of Forrest throughout the season, but Forrest has received more playing time in recent weeks and could be the top option if Chinn can’t go.

 

Commanders rule out DT Jonathan Allen for Week 16 vs. Eagles

Jonathan Allen will not return — yet.

Jonathan Allen’s return will have to wait another week. The Washington Commanders ruled out the veteran defensive tackle for Sunday’s Week 16 showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Allen, who tore his pec in a Week 6 loss at Baltimore, returned to practice this week when the Commanders opened his 21-day practice window. Washington has 21 days to activate Allen to the 53-man roster, or he’ll miss the remainder of the season. When the team opens a practice window for a player, the player is generally close to returning.

News first broke of Allen’s potential return late last week. John Keim of ESPN reported that Allen’s torn pec was only a partial tear and that he was attempting to return this season. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that Allen was working his way back. 

Quinn said the following regarding Allen on Friday:

“So, he had a really good week,” Quinn said. “I was very encouraged and we’re just going to keep progressing to make the steps. I’d be encouraged heading into next week as we’re going through it, but he did an excellent job; I was really impressed. So, that’s the only player we’ll rule out.”

Washington’s defense has continued to improve throughout the season. The Commanders rank 11th in total defense and fifth in pass defense. However, they are 25th against the run. Allen’s potential return would be welcome news.

 

Jaguars vs Raiders injury report: Latest updates, news for Week 16

All the latest updates and news on Raiders injury report ahead of a Week 16 game vs. Jaguars.

The final injury report is out for both the Raiders and Jaguar for their Week 16 game on Sunday. But most important may be who was removed from the injury report.

Raiders, Jaguars injury report

Jordan Meredith is Doubtful and Nate Hobbs (illness) Questionable on #Raiders injury report.

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G Jordan Meredith injury update

Meredith injured his ankle in the team’s loss to the Falcons Monday night. He missed the entire week of practices and is officially Doubtful for the game on Sunday against the Jaguars.

Should he not be able to go, one of two things could happen — either Jackson Powers-Johnson will move back to guard and Andre James would come in at center. Or Cody Whitehair who would step up to start at left guard. Whitehair had started three games at left guard earlier this season.

QB Aidan O’Connell injury update

O’Connell was removed from the injury report, which means he will start Sunday after missing Monday’s game with a bone bruise in his knee.

WR Jakobi Meyers injury update

Meyers was limited for the first two practices of the week, but was back full on Friday and removed from the injury report.

CB Nate Hobbs injury update

Hobbs showed up on the injury report, missing practice Friday with an illness. He is officially Questionable for the game.

Raiders vs Jaguars injury report: Raiders starting OL misses another practice

All the latest updates and news on Raiders injury report ahead of a Week 16 game vs. Jaguars.

There were no changes in status on Thursday’s injury report for the Raiders. Which means one of their starting offensive linemen was missing for a second straight day as they prepare for the Jaguars on Sunday.

Raiders, Jaguars injury report

G Jordan Meredith injury update

Meredith injured his ankle in the team’s loss to the Falcons Monday night. He has now missed two days of practices, which means his absence was not rest or precautionary, but rather raises the possibility he could miss the game on Sunday against the Jaguars.

Should he not be able to go, it would be Cody Whitehair who would step up to start. Whitehair had started three games at left guard earlier this season.

QB Aidan O’Connell injury update

Another full practice means there is a strong likelihood O’Connell will start Sunday after missing Monday’s game with a bone bruise in his knee.

WR Jakobi Meyers injury update

Meyers was once again limited by an ankle injury.

Positive injury news on Commanders’ defensive starter

More potentially good news for the Commanders.

It’s getting to the point in the season where injuries mount. The Washington Commanders, who just came off a bye week, saw two key starters leave Sunday’s win over the New Orleans Saints due to concussions.

Starting tight end Zach Ertz left during the second quarter and was quickly ruled out. Ertz’s head hit the ground hard after a catch inside New Orleans’s five-yard line.

Safety Jeremy Chinn left the game in the second half and did not return. On Monday, head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that Ertz and Chinn were in the NFL’s concussion protocol.

Running back Austin Ekeler is currently on injured reserve after suffering his second concussion this season in Week 12.

On Wednesday, the Commanders returned to practice in preparation for a Week 16 rematch with the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles won the first meeting in Week 11, 26-18.

In some good news, Chinn was on the practice field for the Commanders. While he was limited, seeing him back on the field so soon after the concussion was surprising. While Chinn is not yet cleared, his status will be worth watching over the next two days.

Ertz did not practice, which is customary for him on Wednesday, as it has been a rest day for the 12-year veteran.

Chinn has been an integral part of the Commanders’ defense, which has significantly improved from last season.

Is Maliq Brown playing today? Injury updates for the Duke forward

Here are the latest updates on Duke forward Maliq Brown, who was battling a toe injury ahead of Tuesday’s game vs George Mason.

The Duke Blue Devils won their fourth straight game last week, a 72-46 triumph over Incarnate Word, but they did so without forward [autotag]Maliq Brown[/autotag].

The Syracuse transfer had been one of Duke’s best defenders through the first nine games, averaging 5.9 rebounds and a team-leading 2.1 steals, and he helped hold Auburn Tigers star Johni Broome to five first-half points in the Blue Devils’ best win of the season thus far.

However, before last week’s game against the Cardinals, Duke announced that Brown would be held out with a toe injury. The Blue Devils labeled him day-to-day with the injury, and with a week-long break before the next game, it seemed logical to assume he wouldn’t miss much time.

The team affirmed that belief with a positive update on Brown’s status ahead of Tuesday’s game against George Mason.

Maliq Brown injury update

The Blue Devils confirmed ahead of Tuesday’s game that Brown would play against the Patriots. Barring any setbacks, the toe injury will keep him out of a single game.

Duke forward depth chart

Freshmen centers [autotag]Khaman Maluach[/autotag] and Patrick Ngongba II played a larger role in last week’s win over Incarnate Word in Brown’s absence, but the Syracuse transfer should spell them both against George Mason. Maluach has started every game in the paint, but Brown averages more minutes per night than the 7-footer, a role that should resume with his return to the lineup.

Raiders RB Sincere McCormick message for fans suggest his season is over

Raiders RB Sincere McCormick took to instagram with a message to the fans. And it sounds like he is done for the season.

Just when Raiders fans were getting excited to see what kind of hidden gem they might have in RB Sincere McCormick, the former undrafted back went down with an injury.

There had yet to be any official word from the Raiders as of Tuesday morning, but McCormick took to instagram to speak on it himself. And it doesn’t sound very positive in terms of him returning this season.

“Hey, y’all, I just want to give a shout out to everybody who kept me in their prayers,” McCormick said in an instagram video. “It’s nothing too crazy though, so I mean honestly I’ll be back next season. I’m not really even tripping about it. I’ll be better than ever. But I want to thank everybody for reaching out and saying thank you to me and I appreciate y’all.”

There are just three games left in the season for the Raiders. Which means if the injury is even somewhat serious, McCormick could miss the remainder of the season. And a trip to injured reserve would make it official. That’s where it sounds like it’s headed for McCormick.

Geno Smith “optimistic” he can play in Week 16 vs Vikings

Geno Smith “optimistic” he can play in Week 16 vs Vikings

The Seattle Seahawks suffered a catastrophic loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night in Week 15. Seattle fell 30-13 to Green Bay, and fell out of the playoff picture entirely. Part of what contributed to the Seahawks’ demise in prime time was the fact quarterback Geno Smith was knocked out of the game midway through the third quarter. Seattle was already trailing 20-3, so a comeback would have been a tall order, but it quickly became impossible with backup Sam Howell inserted into the game.

Howell was dreadful against the Packers. The Seahawks backup completed 5-of-14 passes for 24 yards, was sacked four times, and threw an ugly interception. To the fans who wished to see Howell in action, they got more than what they bargained for.

Of course, the natural thought immediately after the game was regarding Geno Smith’s health. On Monday, head coach Mike Macdonald explained he got a text message from his quarterback, and Smith was feeling “optimistic” he could play in Week 16 vs the Vikings.

It became readily evident on Sunday night Sam Howell is not the answer at quarterback. To say the Seahawks need Geno Smith back in the lineup is the understatement of the month. Seattle’s season is once again on the verge of spiraling out of control, and it won’t get any easier next week as they host the Vikings – who are still in hot pursuit of winning the NFC North.

We at Seahawks Wire will keep everyone updated regarding Smith’s health.

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Darren Rizzi unsure which QB Saints will start vs. Packers

Darren Rizzi is unsure which quarterback the Saints will start against the Packers next week. It might be Spencer Rattler, but it could be Derek Carr:

The New Orleans Saints could have a couple of options for next week’s starting quarterback against the Green Bay Packers, and head coach Darren Rizzi is not yet sure which one will actually get the nod on Monday night. It might be Spencer Rattler, and Rizzi repeatedly said he isn’t down on Jake Haener after benching him, but it could be Derek Carr.

When speaking to the media after the game, Rizzi was asked about the starting job for next week’s game. This is how he responded.

“I don’t know, we’ve got the extra day. Let’s see where Derek is,” Rizzi began. “Hopefully an extra day helps his hand maybe heal a little more and we’ll kind of see if he’s got function and that kind of stuff. We’ll reevaluate that. Certainly Spencer Rattler just came off a really good second half so we’ll take that into account. I don’t want to make any proclamations yet.”

It certainly seems as if a healthy Carr will still be starter moving forward, but Rattler may have moved ahead of Haener once again if the veteran can’t go.

Haener’s first career start was a nightmare as he went 4-for-10 for 49 yards and an interception in the first half. Rizzi was still complimentary of the young passer, but Rattler’s efforts in the second half did the speaking for him.

The rookie went 10-of-21 for 135 yards and a touchdown. He almost led the team into a comeback when, but they couldn’t convert a two-point try at the end. It’s not that Rattler is playing like a Hall of Fame quarterback, but it is clear who has the most potential of the young passers.

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