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Raiders, Vikings final injury report: LT Kolton Miller (shoulder) OUT

Raiders LT Kolton Miller (shoulder) OUT is Vikings

Sunday when the Raiders host the Vikings, they will do so without their starting left tackle. This will be the third time in four games that Kolton Miller will be sidelined with a shoulder injury as he has been officially ruled OUT.

Miller had missed the team’s Week 10 and 11 games against the Jets and Dolphins. In both instances, it was right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor who moved over to left tackle to start at left tackle. While Thayer Munford starter at right tackle.

The Raiders could see Brandon Facyson for the first time this season. He is coming off injured reserve with a shin injury and is Questionable for the game. Should be active for the game, and with the uncertainty at outside cornerback, he could see good playing time, and possibly get the start.

Also Questionable for the Raiders is EDGE Maxx Crosby (knee). But he was doubtful for their last game and still played, so it seems likely he would play in this one as well.

Raiders, Vikings Thursday injury report: LT Kolton Miller, DE Maxx Crosby still missing practice

LT Kolton Miller, DE Maxx Crosby still missing practice

For the second straight day, the Raiders were without two of their best players on each side of the ball as they prepare for the Vikings this Sunday.

Left tackle Kolton Miller (shoulder) and Edge rusher Maxx Crosby (knee) were both sidelined for Thursday’s practice.

The Raiders are coming off their bye week when they had hoped to get more healthy, so it’s a bit surprising to see both of these guys still missing practice.

Crosby played in their last game against the Chiefs despite missing every practice the week leading up to it and being listed as Doubtful. So, you’d have to think he will do everything he can to play and he isn’t to be counted out until if/when he’s officially out.

Miller returned for the game after missing two games with a shoulder injury. But late in the game, he was pulled. After the game, I asked head coach Antonio Pierce if Miller had aggravated his injury, but Pierce wouldn’t say, mentioning only that it was late in the game that had become out of reach.

Cardinals place DL Rashard Lawrence on IR, sign K Rodrigo Blankenship to roster

Lawrence will be out at least a month with his shoulder injury and might be done for the season if he needs surgery.

The Arizona Cardinals announced a pair of roster moves on Wednesday. Defensive tackle Rashard Lawrence, who injured his shoulder in Thursday’s 42-34 win over the New Orleans Saints, was placed on injured reserve.

To replace him on the roster, the team signed kicker Rodrigo Blankenship from the practice squad to the active roster.

Lawrence will miss at least the next four games. Head coach Kliff Kingsbury said Wednesday his shoulder could need surgery but they won’t know right away if he can return or if his season will be over.

“It’s going to be a wait-and-see,” he said. “I’d say it’s a month before we’ll know anything — whether we can rehab it and play or just go to IR.”

It is the third time in three NFL seasons Lawrence has landed on IR.

Blankenship’s addition to the active roster suggests the Cardinals plan on using him for a second straight game. Kingsbury said that Matt Prater could return to kick field goals but Blankenship would at least be used for kickoffs.

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Thursday injury report: Martin, Elliott practice in full, Lawrence joins Gregory as DNP

The latest injury report ahead of the Cowboys and Vikings matchup in Minnesota on Sunday.

Entering Week 11, the Dallas Cowboys are somehow still very much alive in the laughing stock division of the NFL, the NFC East. This week, the Cowboys travel to Minnesota to take on the surging Vikings, in a matchup that could either propel the Cowboys closer to the front of the division, or perhaps help seal Dallas’ fate towards the top of the draft boards in April.

The Cowboys injury report was a mixed bag on Thursday, with a mixture of positive and worrisome news.

Zack Martin (calf), Ezekiel Elliott (hamstring), Andy Dalton (Concussion), and Joe Thomas (wrist) were full participants in practice. Meanwhile, Randy Gregory (illness) , Tyler Biadasz (hamstring), and DeMarcus Lawrence (illness) were all absent.

Much of these practice status’ were expected, except for Lawrence who’s first appearance on this week’s injury reports was Thursday.

Dalton is set to reclaim his spot as the team’s starting quarterback after being cleared from the concussion he suffered in Week 8 against the Washington Football Team and overcoming a bout of COVID-19.

The news of full availability was as expected for the All-Pro Martin, who was limited Wednesday for what head coach Mike McCarthy called precautionary reasons.

Biadasz started Week 5 through Week 8 for the Cowboys, and from all accounts he held his own quite well, despite his inexperience. The club could certainly use the former Badger’s presence as another quality player and depth piece on the depleted offensive line.

Elliott admitted earlier in the week that his hamstring was still “a little stiff” but noted that he would work through in it practice. Elliott’s “full” designation on Thursday answers any potential questions regarding his ability to play Sunday, and the Cowboys will once again try to feature a heavy dose of their workhorse back.

Thomas’ return may be just be depth defensively, as he’s now behind Leighton Vander Esch, Jaylon Smith, and Sean Lee for playing time, but Thomas is a capable backup if needed and should return to his duty on special teams.

Gregory missed his second straight day of practice with an illness, but McCarthy mentioned that he doesn’t believe that the illness is related to Covid-19. Gregory played over 50% of defensive snaps for the Cowboys in their valiant effort against Pittsburgh, and his return has been a much needed spark of athleticism off the edge.

Lawrence’s addition to the injury report with an illness is the most troubling, as he was presumably fine earlier in the week. Lawrence has elevated his game in recent weeks and is playing like the All-Pro edge defender that Dallas paid up for.

The availability of two of Dallas’ best pass rushers will be crucial to monitor as Sunday quickly approaches.

On the other side of the field is Minnesota, who has a handful of injury questions as well.

Minnesota fullback C.J. Ham was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list this week. While most teams rarely use a fullback, if they even roster one, Ham is a key cog in the Vikings offense that so heavily relies on creating lanes for Dalvin Cook.

Starting offensive lineman Ezra Cleveland did not participate Thursday with an ankle issue.

CB Cameron Dantzler, TE Irv Smith Jr. and DE Hercules Mata’afa all play meaningful snaps for Minnesota and were limited on Thursday.

The Vikings should have the services of starting Center Garrett Bradbury who practiced in full, as well as DE Ifeadi Odenigbo.

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Chargers final injury report vs. Vikings

The Los Angeles Chargers and Minnesota Vikings released their final injury reports ahead of the Week 15 matchup.

The Los Angeles Chargers had their last practice of the week before taking on the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday.

Here is a look at the final injury report for both teams:

Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu is the only player whose game-time status is up in the air. Nwosu is listed as questionable with an ankle injury. He was limited all three practices.

For the Vikings, running back Alexander Mattison and safety Jayron Kearse are out. Wide receiver Bisi Johnson and cornerback Xavier Rhodes are both questionable.

Wide receiver Adam Thielen is expected to play after missing the past four games.

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Not many changes to Chargers injury report for Week 15 vs. Vikings

Linebacker Thomas Davis was the only addition to the Chargers injury report on Thursday.

The Los Angeles Chargers had their second practice of the week ahead of this Sunday’s matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Here is a look at Thursday’s injury report:

There weren’t many changes from Wednesday’s report. The only difference is that linebacker Thomas Davis was given his weekly veterans day off. Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu and wide receiver Mike Williams remained as limited participants.

Here is a look at the Vikings’ injury report:

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