Ja’Marr Chase, one of the top receivers in the league, had a limited showing in practice this week. His condition will be closely monitored as the team heads into the weekend. Meanwhile, quarterback Joe Burrow was a full participant, boosting the team’s morale ahead of their upcoming match.
Marquise Brown has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury, which could significantly impact his team’s offensive capabilities. Similarly, Adisa Isaac and Rasheen Ali are sidelined with hamstring and neck injuries, respectively.
The Green Bay Packers revealed that six players, including Romeo Doubs and Tucker Kraft, faced limitations in their routines. Doubs’ restricted participation for two consecutive days raises questions about his readiness, while Kraft’s new development on Wednesday adds another layer of uncertainty. Notably, the Packers did not practice, and these designations were mere estimates, yet they still shed light on potential vulnerabilities.
The defensive unit took a hit with Devin White being ruled out due to an ankle injury. Nakobe Dean is expected to step in, making his fifth career start in White’s absence. Isaac Seumalo’s non-participation in practice further adds to the list of players whose availability is in doubt.
For the Steelers, Troy Fautanu, Roman Wilson, and Jaylen Warren faced limited participation, while the Falcons' Kyle Pitts and Nate Landman found themselves in similar predicaments. Xavier Weaver’s absence due to an oblique injury, coupled with Tip Reiman’s ankle issue, further emphasizes the injury cloud hanging over multiple teams.
Mitchell Trubisky's knee problem limited his practice time, and Jamal Adams' hip injury kept him off the field entirely. DeAndre Hopkins missed most of the training camp owing to a knee issue, raising questions about his fitness for the season opener.
The Bears saw Keenan Allen and Montez Sweat limited in practice, while in Houston, Texans' safety M.J. Stewart didn’t practice due to a knee injury. For the Colts, wide receiver Josh Downs and kicker Matt Gay were notably absent, prompting the team to re-sign Spencer Shrader to the practice squad.
Not all injury reports were bleak. Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle have no injury designations and are looking to contribute robustly to their team's upcoming endeavors. In contrast, Daniel Thomas was limited owing to an Achilles injury and the Patriots' Jonathan Jones and Vederian Lowe faced constraints in practice. Additionally, the Patriots' guard Sidy Sow did not practice, adding to the team's growing list of concerns.
The Panthers are grappling with their own set of challenges. Both Ian Thomas and Tommy Tremble were absent from practice, while Miles Sanders' finger injury limited his participation. In a move to bolster their ranks, the Panthers signed rookie Messiah Swinson off the Packers' practice squad.
The Saints are also dealing with issues in their lineup. Willie Gay Jr., Pete Werner, and Marshon Lattimore were all limited during practice sessions. However, one bright note came from Jalen Nailor’s progression. Although still trailing behind Jordan Addison in workload, Nailor is making commendable strides.
The Giants reported Drew Lock, Micah McFadden, Dane Belton, and Gunner Olszewski as limited, signaling that their roster depth might be tested in the days to come. The Broncos made a historic announcement by naming Bo Nix as their first rookie captain since 1967.
John Stephens Jr. did not practice due to a hamstring injury, adding to the Cleveland Browns' challenges, who have eight players limited in practice. Jedrick Wills has been sidelined since his surgery last December, indicating the team’s ongoing struggles to maintain a healthy lineup.
The Commanders also felt the injury bug, with Daron Payne and Marcus Mariota facing limitations. The Buccaneers had Logan Hall and Chase McLaughlin absent from practice; notably, they currently do not have a kicker on their practice squad.
In Cincinnati, DJ Reader was limited in practice on Wednesday, but Coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism regarding Reader's status for Sunday.
The injury landscape is extensive and continues to evolve as teams navigate this challenging period. "Allen’s injury would not impact his Week 1 status," according to Bears GM Ryan Poles, while Saints coach Kevin O’Connell acknowledged, "Jordan Addison moved around well and that they anticipate increasing his workload as the week progresses." He further commented on Jalen Nailor’s efforts, stating, "Jalen Nailor is a bit behind Addison but is progressing well." These insights underline the constant adjustments teams must make as they prepare for the season ahead.