week 6 NFL The season is finally here and injuries have once again become a major storyline, especially after several important players suffered injuries in Week 5 that could impact this week and even the rest of the season. With the season nearly a third of the way through, it's important for teams to stay healthy, but there will always be bumps, bruises and even long-term ailments to contend with each week.
With that in mind, below we'll look at the final injury reports for each team heading into Week 6 and what each situation could mean for their chances of winning on Sunday or Monday.
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Roach trained in full on Thursday and Friday after being restricted on Wednesday. This would seem to indicate that he will be available on Sunday. Powers is still on IR and returning to the lineup. Ellis' absence will deplete the edge offensive depth chart somewhat.
The Jets could be without a pair of corners as Stevens was limited Friday after being left off the injury report Wednesday or Thursday. Lazard did not travel with the team to London.
The Rams could be short-handed on offense here, with Havenstein unlikely to play, Parkinson working through concussion protocol and Atwell potentially out after being limited Thursday and Friday with a midweek hamstring injury.
The crows remain destroyed. Jackson will miss another game and Cooper Rush will start in its place. They get some guys back on defense but are still without Smith, Awuzie or several players up front who have been placed on injured reserve. And if Flowers can't go, Rush will be without his top target at wide receiver.
- Cowboys: G Tyler Booker (calf), WR CeeDee Lamb (ankle), LB Jack Sanborn (concussion), RB Miles Sanders (knee/ankle), WR KaVontae Turpin (foot) EXIT; KB DaRon Bland (shoulder), CB Kahlan Carson (knee), T Adjani Cornelius (knee), CB Trevon Diggs (knee), Marshawn Niland (ankle), WR Jonathan Mingo (knee), G Tyler Smith (knee) DOUBT
- Panthers: RB Chuba Hubbard (calf), RT Taylor Moton (elbow), DT Tershawn Wharton (sock), CB Akaileb Evans (hamstring) EXIT; KB Mike Jackson (ribs), CB Chau Smith-Wade (chest), i.e. Jatavion Sanders (ankle), WR Jalen Coker (quadriceps) DOUBT
There is still a lot that remains unresolved for the Cowboys, especially on the offensive line and secondary. They will receive Tyler Guyton is back, but Booker is out and Smith remains questionable after being limited this week. Lamb and Turpin absence sheets George Pickens, Jalen Tolbert And Ryan Flournoy like the top targets outside. Sanders remains on injured reserve, which should mean more playing time for the rookie. Jadon Blue. Dallas' cornerback situation is changing, with Bland and Diggs questionable and Carson still working his way back from IR.
The Panthers will have Rico Dowdle will replace Hubbard again and they will be without an important part of their offensive line. Sanders was limited on Friday and appears to be at least getting close to playing. If the corners fail, Carolina will be sorely missed in the secondary against Dallas' explosive passing game. Cocker currently remains in the IR system, but can be activated here.
Murray had a limited practice on Friday. He will be replaced Jacoby Brissett if he can't start. The defense has potential injury issues at all three levels, although Melton and Wilson saw limited practice throughout the week.
It will remain the same for the Colts as they will be left without a backup. Jonathan Tayloras well as their initial slot angle.
Seattle's defense looks like it could be severely shorthanded, just like last week. In a minor match in particular, there could be multiple misses if all the questionable players end up not suiting up.
The Jags could be without their starting center, which will especially impact their play given Hainsey's role.
The Chargers remain incredibly strong just about everywhere, including and especially on offense. They will start several backups along the offensive line, and of course will be without both. Omarion Hampton And Najee Harris in the far field. With Johnston out of the game, most of the passing game will take place. Ladd McConkey And Noneman Allen. The linebacking corps could suffer here as well, with both Dupree and Perriman questionable.
Miami's defense, which has been torn apart for much of the year, could be at a significant deficit in this game. Brewer and Dak have been limited all week, so their statuses will likely be determined closer to game time.
Gibson tore his ACL last week and was placed on injured reserve. New England's defense will be short-handed here, perhaps even more so if star guard Gonzalez is unable to play. He practiced on a limited basis Thursday and Friday and played in each of the last two games.
Kamara was limited in practice throughout the week. If he can't go, the Saints will use a lot Kendre Miller. Ridgway remains on injured reserve and returns to the lineup.
Cleveland is very healthy here Dillon Gabriel second career start.
Austin's absence is a blow to Pittsburgh's passing game. Ramsey practiced fully on Friday after not practicing at all on Wednesday and Thursday. Players who participate in a full session usually play on Sundays. Jaylen Warren has no playing status and will return after missing week four in Dublin.
Tennessee will have a new kicker on Sunday. Latham is listed as questionable but is expected to return to the lineup. Key's absence hurts the passing game, while Jefferson will take away depth at receiver if he has to sit out.
Bowers will miss his second straight game. Michael Mayer returned for this and will most likely fill this role.
- Bengals: FROM Shemar Stewart (ankle) DOUBT; WR Ja'Marr Chase (disease), G Dylan Fairchild (knee), C Matt Lee (knee), G Lucas Patrick (calf) IN DOUBT
- Packers: DL Devonte Wyatt (Knee), OT Anthony Belton (ankle), WR Christian Watson (knee) EXIT; TO Brandon McManus (right quadriceps), OT Rashid Walker (quadriceps), OT Zach Tom (oblique/cervical), og Aaron Banks (groin/knee), CB Nate Hobbs (concussion), C/G Jacob Monk (hamstring) DOUBT
The big news for the Bengals is that Chase was sent home Friday after he reported feeling ill Thursday night. If he can't go, it will make it much more difficult for their offense to function as it should. Joe Flacco first start. The interior of the offensive line is also a bit damaged, with three players listed as questionable.
The Packers have several offensive linemen whose status is in question here. They may have to shuffle things around early, as they have for much of this season. Watson is getting closer to returning from injured reserve but isn't quite there yet, while Hobbs remains in concussion protocol and must work through it to be ready for Sunday.
- 49ers: QB Brock Purdy (toe), WR Ricky Pearsall (knee), DL Kevin Givens (chest), DL Yetus Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring), WR Jordan Watkins (calf) OUT; WR Jauan Jennings (ankle/rib), QB Mac Jones (knee/oblique), DL Alfred Collins (knee), DL Kalia Davis (arm), S Malik Mustafa (knee), CB Upton Stout (ankle) DEFINITE
- Pirates: WR Mike Evans (hamstring), WR Chris Godwin (fibula), RB Bucky Irving (foot/shoulder), CB Zion McCollum (thumb), CB Benjamin Morrison (hamstring), RB Josh Williams (concussion) OUT; DB Christian Isien (quadruple) QUESTIONABLE
Purdy is out and Jones is expected to start in his place for the fourth time this season. Pearsall remains out but Jennings could return. It looks like Purdy, Pearsall and George Kittle (still on IR) could be options next week. San Francisco has been hit hard on the defensive line here, but it looks like Mustafa should be back in the secondary after a full practice on Friday.
Tampa will be without two of its top three wide receivers, as well as its starting running back. The Bucs will also lose their two starting corners and could be left without support. The skill positions on both sides have deteriorated quite a bit.
Neither Branch, Joseph, Maddox, Decker or Manu practiced Friday. The Lions will be sorely short on defense here, and maybe even more so if three questionable players in the secondary ultimately fail to fit. The potential absence of Decker and Manu will also be a problem for the offensive line. McNeil appears to be getting closer to returning to the lineup, but isn't ready yet. Amon-Ra St. Brown unlisted after missing practice earlier in the week with a wrist problem.
Everyone's healthy in Kansas City after Xavier Worthy returned to practice on Friday.
Analysis ahead.
Analysis ahead.
