Geno Smith Unlikely to Play in Week 15
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (shoulder), who is dealing with a right-shoulder injury, is unlikely to start on Sunday on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 15, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Smith will not practice on Wednesday after injuring his right shoulder in the Week 14 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Smith's injury puts Kenny Pickett in line to start this weekend against his former team. The severity of the 35-year-old's shoulder injury is unclear. Smith has been one of the worst starting QBs in the NFL in 2025 in his first year in Vegas, completing 67% of his pass attempts for 2,648 yards, 16 touchdowns, and a league-leading 14 interceptions in 13 starts. He's also been sacked a league-high 49 times. If Pickett comes in and plays well, it wouldn't be a surprise if Smith is benched for the final three games.
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Jim Knowles Expected to be Hired as Tennessee's Defensive Coordinator
Tennessee is expected to hire former Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the same position in Knoxville, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. Head coach Josh Heupel fired Tim Banks after the Vols ranked near the bottom of the SEC in several key defensive statistics in 2025. This is a splash hire for Tennessee, which has struggled on defense during most of Heupel's tenure, with the exception of 2024. Knowles led Ohio State's defense to the No. 1 total and scoring unit in the Big Ten in 2024. In Knowles' final season as Oklahoma State's defensive coordinator in 2021, the Cowboys ranked 10th nationally in scoring defense (18.2). Based on Heupel's resume of high-powered offense, a strong defense under Knowles could propel Tennessee back into the College Football Playoff discussion in 2026.
Source: Pete Thamel - ESPN
Source: Pete Thamel - ESPN
Tyrone Tracy Jr. "Good to Go" for Week 15
New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka said that running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (hip) is "good to go" for the Week 15 game this Sunday against the division-rival Washington Commanders after suffering a hip injury in the Monday night loss to the New England Patriots before the Week 14 bye, per Dan Salomone of Giants.com. Tracy suffered a bruised hip in Week 13 and had to be carted off the field, but he's back at practice on Wednesday and should be active in D.C. The 26-year-old's presence this weekend in New York's backfield will be bad news for fantasy managers who picked up Singletary, hoping that he'd operate as the Giants' clear lead back. Tracy and Singletary could end up sharing touches down the middle on Sunday, making them both RB3/flex options in fantasy lineups. Tracy has seen double-digit carries in each of the last four games, but he has just one touchdown on the year (back on Oct. 19).
Source: Giants.com - Dan Salomone
Source: Giants.com - Dan Salomone
Harris English Enjoys Solid Finish at Hero World Challenge
Harris English was not at his best, but he finished inside the top 10 at the Hero World Challenge last week. The American golfer enjoyed quite a 2025 campaign, winning once and finishing inside the top 10 four times. He was pretty solid across most metrics but finished 18th in strokes gained to putting (0.418). A couple of spotty final rounds kept him from winning more often. A second-place finish at The Open championship and another runner-up at the PGA Championship suggest a major is closer than not for English. Those events also showed he could come back from a long way off to contend. Putting four rounds together in a major is not easy, and English has a little way to go there.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
CeeDee Lamb has "One or Two" Things Left to the Clear Concussion Protocol
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Wednesday that wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (concussion) is "progressing nicely" and has "one or two" more things left to clear the league's concussion protocol, according to Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com. Lamb will probably be listed as limited on the team's injury report on Wednesday, but he was seen going through drills despite suffering a concussion in last Thursday night's loss to the Detroit Lions. Until the 26-year-old is officially cleared from concussion protocol, he'll be considered questionable to play on Sunday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings. However, as of now, it's looking like he's on the right side of questionable. Ryan Flournoy went off for nine catches, 115 yards, and a touchdown on 13 targets in Week 14 with Lamb injured, making him a popular speculative waiver-wire pickup if Lamb doesn't gain clearance to play this weekend. If Lamb is active, he'll be a must-start in all fantasy lineups in Week 15.
Source: DallasCowboys.com - Tammy Yarrish
Source: DallasCowboys.com - Tammy Yarrish
Commanders Not Shutting Down Jayden Daniels for the Year
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that the team is not talking about shutting down quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) for the year, according to Tom Schad of Post Sports. Daniels has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Giants after aggravating his left elbow during last week's loss to the Minnesota Vikings in his first game since dislocating his elbow in Week 9. The second-year quarterback is expected to play again this season, as the injury is not considered to be a long-term issue, but the possibility that Daniels doesn't return this season appears more likely now. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year's sophomore season has been overshadowed by injury, as he also missed two games to a knee injury and one game to a hamstring injury before his elbow issue. Marcus Mariota is set to make his seventh start of the year in Week 15 versus the Giants at MetLife Stadium.
Source: Tom Schad
Source: Tom Schad
Josh Jacobs Not Practicing on Wednesday
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (knee) is not practicing on Wednesday, Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated reports. Jacobs was the lone Packers player not participating in Wednesday's practice session. The veteran was seen riding a bike and doing rehab work off to the side as practice began. It's not a great sign for the 28-year-old to open the week, but the team is likely just giving him a rest day. The 28-year-old missed Green Bay's Week 12 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings after injuring his knee in Week 11 against the New York Giants, but he returned for the Packers' past two games and handled his normal workload. If Jacobs winds up missing the Week 15 game versus the Denver Broncos, Emanuel Wilson would be in line to make another spot start. Jacobs is a must-start in fantasy lineups when active.
Source: Bill Huber
Source: Bill Huber
Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles Not Being Retained at Penn State
Penn State is not retaining standout defensive coordinator Jim Knowles under new head coach Matt Campbell, according to On3's Pete Nakos. The 60-year-old tenure in State College ends after just one season. Knowles is widely regarded as one of the best defensive coordinators in college football after excellent stints with Duke, Oklahoma State, and Ohio State, so he should have plenty of interest in his services. Knowles helped lead the Buckeyes to a College Football Playoff National Championship in 2024, as the Buckeyes led the Big Ten in total defense (254.6) and scoring defense (12.9) through 16 games. Penn State's defense did not live up to expectations under Knowles in 2025, but the entire team seemed to crumble after the narrow loss to Oregon in overtime in Week 5.
Source: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
Source: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
Lamar Jackson Misses Practice on Wednesday
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) is not practicing on Wednesday, per ESPN's Jamison Hensley. Jackson has now missed at least one day of practice for the fifth straight week as he has been limited by ankle, knee, and toe ailments over the last few weeks after missing multiple games with a hamstring injury earlier in the year. The star quarterback hasn't quite looked like himself since returning in Week 9, completing 58.7% of his passes with six touchdowns to four interceptions while totaling 38 rushing attempts for 141 yards and one touchdown, which came this past week against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jackson will likely return to practice in some capacity on Thursday and Friday and be good to go for the Week 15 divisional matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Source: Jamison Hensley
Source: Jamison Hensley
Pirates Have Inquired About Brandon Lowe
The Pittsburgh Pirates have stayed aggressive in their pursuit of a bat this offseason and are among the teams that have inquired about Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi. Lowe will make $11.5 million in 2026 after Tampa picked up his option. The Pirates were also pursuing designated hitter Kyle Schwarber before he re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies for five years and $150 million. Lowe, 31, hit .256/.307/.477 with 31 home runs, 83 RBI, and 79 runs scored in 134 games in his eighth big-league season in 2025. The oft-injured left-handed-hitting second baseman had his best season since 2021. Lowe has plenty of pop from the left side, but his fantasy ceiling is limited because of his inability to hit left-handers and his lengthy injury history. But Lowe would be an upgrade for a Pittsburgh team looking to bolster its offense as they look to compete with a young and dominant pitching staff.
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Indiana's Stephen Daley Done for Season After Post-Game Injury
Indiana defensive lineman Stephen Daley (leg) is expected to be out for the remainder of the season after suffering a freak incident following the Big Ten Championship Game. The senior was seen limping into the medical tent after suffering an injury while walking around the stadium to give fans high fives. Needless to say, this is far from ideal ahead of a matchup with either Alabama or Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals. Daley, a Kent State transfer, tallied 38 tackles (26 solo), 19 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles through the first 13 games of the season.
Source: Alec Lasley - On3Sports
Source: Alec Lasley - On3Sports
Marvin Harrison Jr. Not Practicing on Wednesday
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) is not participating in Wednesday's practice session, per Darren Urban of AZCardinals.com. Harrison returned in Week 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after missing Weeks 11 and 12 due to an appendectomy, but then he missed the Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams after being listed as a DNP every day of practice last week with a heel injury. The second-year wideout is in danger of missing his fourth game in five weeks. It's been a frustrating season for Harrison, as he's struggled to stay healthy and hasn't taken a big step forward when he's been on the field, totaling 40 receptions for 594 yards and four touchdowns on 69 targets in 10 games. If Harrison is forced to miss the Week 15 game against the Houston Texans, Michael Wilson would be in line to see another heavy target share.
Source: Darren Urban
Source: Darren Urban
Orioles Have had Talks With Framber Valdez
The Baltimore Orioles have had talks with free-agent left-hander Framber Valdez, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Despite agreeing to a five-year, $155 million contract with first baseman Pete Alonso on Wednesday, the Orioles remain engaged with the top end of the starting pitching market this offseason. Baltimore has reportedly been discussing a potential trade for Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore, too. Valdez, 32, is expected to be too expensive for Houston's taste as they search for younger, controllable starting pitchers. The veteran southpaw isn't a big strikeout guy, instead leaning on inducing ground balls, but he's been one of the most consistent starters in baseball since 2020. He's also one of just five pitchers to throw 900 innings in the last four years. A move to the AL East wouldn't be ideal for Valdez's fantasy value, but his penchant for keeping the ball on the ground would certainly help.
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Kyle Pitts Sr. Carries Momentum and a Questionable Tag into TNF
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. (knee) tied a season-high on Sunday with 10 targets and eclipsed his season-high yardage total -- which was set in Week 13 -- with 90 yards receiving on six catches. He did not find the end zone, as he's still sitting with just one touchdown on the season, but the 25-year-old has been plenty useful on volume alone, especially in PPR leagues. With Drake London (knee) missing the last three games (and also Week 8), the 6-foot-6 tight end has become Kirk Cousins' favorite pass-catcher, averaging eight targets, six receptions, and 64 yards receiving per contest in the four games with Cousins under center this season. Pitts popped up on the injury report earlier in the week with a knee injury and was a limited participant up to and including Wednesday's practice, resulting in a questionable designation for Thursday's matchup on the road against the Buccaneers. London, however, has been ruled out for TNF, so Pitts could be in line to maintain his temporary status as the team's No. 1 receiver again in Week 15 so long as he's active. Tampa Bay is middle of the pack in terms of fantasy points allowed to opposing tight ends, but the fifth-year pro shapes up as a mid-range TE1 for Thursday, so fantasy managers will want to double-check his status before kickoff.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mets Never Made a Formal Offer to Re-Sign Pete Alonso
The New York Mets never made a formal offer to try and bring first baseman Pete Alonso back, a source told MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. It became clear to the Mets that the bidding for Alonso "was heading to places they weren't interested in going." The Baltimore Orioles landed the 31-year-old All-Star for five years and $155 million on Wednesday. It's been a rough week for the Mets, as they also lost former closer Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Alonso had a strong 2025 season in his last year in Queens, slashing .272/.347/.524 with 38 home runs and 126 RBI in a full 162 games. The Polar Bear is an elite source of power for fantasy managers, as he's clubbed 264 round-trippers in seven seasons since entering the league in 2019. We shouldn't expect Alonso to hit for average again in 2026 in Baltimore, but he's a pretty good bet for 30-plus homers and 100-plus RBI with the O's if he stays healthy.
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Anthony Richardson Sr. Seen at Practice Wednesday
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) was present at Wednesday's practice for the first time in weeks, James Boyd of The Athletic reports. Head coach Shane Steichen said on Monday that Richardson wouldn't be activated off Injured Reserve this week, but he also hasn't been ruled out for the season. It's a positive development for the 2023 fourth overall pick, who suffered an orbital fracture in pre-game warmups before the Colts' Week 6 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. With Daniel Jones out for the season with a torn Achilles and rookie Riley Leonard's status up in the air due to a knee injury, the Colts signed 44-year-old Philip Rivers on Tuesday, and he could start as soon as Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Richardson is still in play to return this season, though his timeline is uncertain. His status will be worth monitoring now that he is seemingly getting closer to making a return.
Source: James Boyd
Source: James Boyd
Orioles Discussing Trade for MacKenzie Gore
The Baltimore Orioles have had steady communication about Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore, sources told Jon Morosi of MLB Network. There is no indication that a deal is close, though. The Orioles have yet to complete a trade with the Nationals since the franchise moved to D.C. ESPN's Buster Olney reportedly recently that there is a perception among several front offices that the Nationals will definitely trade Gore this offseason. The 26-year-old southpaw was heading for a breakout 2025 campaign in the first half before fading in the second half while missing time due to ankle and shoulder injuries. He finished with a 5-15 record, 4.17 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, 185 strikeouts, and 64 walks in 30 starts (159 2/3 innings) in his fourth MLB season. It would be quite a splash for the O's, who just signed superstar first baseman Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 million deal.
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Source: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
Drake London Won't Play on Thursday Night
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) has been ruled out for the Thursday night game against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 15, according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN. The writing was on the wall for London to miss a fourth straight game after he missed practice on both Monday and Tuesday. The 24-year-old hasn't practiced or played since spraining his PCL back in Week 11. Fantasy managers who stay alive in the playoffs will be hoping that London can return to practice next week and play in Week 16 versus the Arizona Cardinals. With London sidelined again this week, Darnell Mooney will once again be Atlanta's WR1, although he'll be a volatile WR4/flex. Mooney had 74 yards and a touchdown in the first game without London, but in the last two weeks, he's caught only three passes for 31 yards. Tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. has benefited the most in the last three weeks with London out.
Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi
Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi
Justin Fields Still Not Practicing
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (knee) is not practicing on Wednesday, per ESPN's Rich Cimini. Fields came down with a sore knee last week and was held out of the Week 14 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The 26-year-old, who has lost the starting QB job, is in danger of missing a second straight game this weekend against the Jacksonville Jaguars unless he can get back on the field in the next two days. Tyrod Taylor (groin) isn't practicing on Monday either, after getting injured in Sunday's loss to Miami. There's a scenario where Fields could make the start this weekend if he's able to get past his knee injury and Taylor is ruled out. If both Taylor and Fields aren't cleared to play in Week 15, undrafted rookie Brady Cook would make his first NFL start. That would be bad news for all of New York's offensive skill players.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Tyrod Taylor Not Practicing on Wednesday
New York Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor (groin) is not taking part in practice on Wednesday, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. Justin Fields (knee) isn't practicing either, so undrafted rookie QB Brady Cook will take the first-team reps under center. Taylor made the start in Week 14 against the Miami Dolphins, but injured his groin early and was replaced by Cook. The 36-year-old veteran went just 1-for-4 passing for six yards and an interception on Sunday. Taylor has two more days to get back on the practice field, but he should be considered questionable to play in Week 15 against the first-place Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. He has boosted New York's passing game slightly since taking over the starting gig from Fields, but he doesn't offer very much upside at all in fantasy football. Taylor has completed 59.7% of his passes for 779 yards, five TDs, and five picks in his six games (four starts) in 2025.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Tyrone Tracy Jr. Practicing Coming Out of the Bye Week
New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (hip) is at practice on Wednesday, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Tracy suffered a bruised hip in the Monday night loss to the New England Patriots in Week 13, but he had the Week 14 bye to rest up and is now back at practice as the Giants begin preparations for a Week 15 divisional clash this Sunday against the Washington Commanders. The 26-year-old's injury didn't look good at the time, and he had to be carted to the locker room. He'll probably end up limited on Wednesday, but his presence at practice is a good sign for his availability this weekend. Devin Singletary had 15 touches in Week 13 for 102 scrimmage yards and a touchdown, which has made him a popular waiver-wire pickup going into the fantasy playoffs. Singletary's upside in Week 15 will take a hit, though, if Tracy is able to return to New York's backfield.
Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan
Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan
Tee Higgins to be Limited on Wednesday
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said that wide receiver Tee Higgins (concussion) will be limited and take part in the individual portion of practice on Wednesday as part of the league's concussion protocol, according to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic. Higgins is in the league's concussion protocol again after hitting his head on the turf in Buffalo on Sunday in the Week 14 loss. The 26-year-old is up in the air to play this weekend against the division-rival Baltimore Ravens, but it's good news that he's on the practice field for the first practice of the week. He suffered a concussion back in Week 12 and was held out of the Thanksgiving night win over the Ravens in Week 13, which could play into the decision on whether he'll play this week. Higgins returned with a bang on Sunday with six catches, 92 yards, and two touchdowns, and he's a must-start in fantasy if he's active. If Higgins misses another game, Andrei Iosivas would be in play as a touchdown-dependent WR4/flex in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: The Athletic - Paul Dehner Jr.
Source: The Athletic - Paul Dehner Jr.
Garrett Wilson's Practice Window Still Hasn't Opened
The New York Jets have yet to open the 21-day practice window for wide receiver Garrett Wilson (knee), according to ESPN's Rich Cimini. Head coach Aaron Glenn reiterated that the team still has to consult with doctors on Wilson's status. Wilson remains on Injured Reserve after aggravating a knee injury back in Week 10. At this point, with only four games remaining in the 2025 season, it's fair to wonder if the 25-year-old pass-catcher will be allowed to come back with the Jets out of playoff contention. With Wilson almost certain to be ruled out for Week 15 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, receivers John Metchie III and Adonai Mitchell will continue to operate as the top two receivers, but they might be taking passes from undrafted rookie quarterback Brady Cook this week with both Tyrod Taylor (groin) and Justin Fields (knee) nursing injuries.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Breece Hall Out on Wednesday With Knee Soreness
New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) is not practicing on Wednesday due to knee soreness, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. The Jets could be giving Hall some rest late in the season, but it's definitely something we'll be monitoring closely as Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars approaches. If the 24-year-old is limited in any way or ruled out for this weekend, Isaiah Davis would become a plug-and-play RB option for fantasy managers as the Jets' No. 1 back. Kene Nwangwu and Khalil Herbert could also be involved in the backfield. However, with undrafted rookie quarterback Brady Cook potentially making his first NFL start in Week 15, all of New York's offensive skill players would need to be downgraded this weekend. Going into Week 15, Hall is the RB17 in half-PPR points with 877 rushing yards and three touchdowns, and 309 receiving yards and another score.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Pete Alonso, Orioles Finalizing Five-Year Deal
Free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso and the Baltimore Orioles are finalizing a five-year, $155 million deal on Wednesday, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Alonso is leaving the Mets to join the American League East. The 31-year-old right-handed slugger was greeted by a cold market last offseason and eventually re-signed with the Mets for two years and $54 million. Alonso opted out of the final year of the deal after 2025, though, and now he's on the move. The Polar Bear had a career-high .272 batting average in 2025 in his final year with the Mets and added 38 home runs, a league-high 41 doubles, 126 RBI, and 87 runs scored in 162 games played. Alonso isn't the best defensive first baseman, but he makes up for it by being an elite slugger at the plate. He has cleared 30-plus home runs in all six of his full seasons and has topped 40 homers three times. Alonso gives the Orioles some much-needed thump in the middle of their batting order.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Brady Cook Getting First-Team Reps on Wednesday
New York Jets rookie quarterback Brady Cook will get first-team reps at practice on Wednesday with both Tyrod Taylor (groin) and Justin Fields (knee) missing practice, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. With Taylor and Fields both hurt, the Jets re-signed Adrian Martinez as QB insurance as they head into a Week 15 date with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Cook took over for the injured Taylor in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins and went 14-for-30 passing for 163 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions. The 24-year-old looked like an undrafted rookie. If both Taylor and Fields aren't cleared to play this weekend, Cook would be forced into making his first NFL start. Even in two-QB superflex leagues, fantasy managers would want to look for better options. Regardless of who is starting under center for the Jets, the Jaguars' defense/special teams unit will be a popular play in Week 15.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Marcus Mariota to Make Another Start Versus Giants
Washington Commanders veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota will make his seventh start of the year in Week 15 against the division-rival New York Giants, according to The Washington Post's Tashan Reed. The Commanders have ruled out Jayden Daniels (elbow) after he aggravated his elbow injury in last week's blowout loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Daniels isn't dealing with a long-term injury, but with Washington's season essentially already over, the 32-year-old Mariota could end up starting the rest of the way for the Commanders. Although he doesn't offer a ton of fantasy football upside, Mariota has been pretty serviceable leading the team's offense in place of Daniels this year. He's completed 62.9% of his 194 pass attempts for 1,389 yards, nine TDs, and seven interceptions. Mariota averaged 186.6 passing yards and 30.8 rushing yards per game from Weeks 8-13. Consider him a midrange QB2 option in superflex leagues this weekend versus the G-Men.
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Jayden Daniels Ruled Out for Week 15
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) will not play on Sunday against the division-rival New York Giants, according to Tashan Reed of The Washington Post. Veteran Marcus Mariota will make another start this weekend. Daniels aggravated his left (non-throwing) elbow in Sunday's shutout loss to the Minnesota Vikings in his first game back since dislocating the same elbow back in Week 9. The Commanders have said that the 24-year-old will play again this year, but with the team out of the playoff picture, it wouldn't be a surprise if they eventually shut him down. The good news is that Daniels' elbow injury won't keep him out long-term. The former second overall pick has had his sophomore season derailed by injuries in 2025, as he also missed several games earlier this year with a knee injury. He has thrown for 1,262 yards, eight touchdowns, and three picks in seven starts while adding 278 rushing yards and two TDs on 58 carries.
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Riley Leonard Will Practice This Week, Up in the Air for Week 15
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said on Wednesday that rookie quarterback Riley Leonard (knee), who has a Grade 1 PCL sprain, will practice this week, but his status for the Week 15 game on Sunday against the hosting Seattle Seahawks is up in the air, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. "We'll see," Steichen said on Leonard's status. Daniel Jones (Achilles) is done for the year, and Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) remains on Injured Reserve, so the Colts went out and signed 44-year-old Philip Rivers to their practice squad this week. If Leonard is unable to play in Seattle this weekend, it's very possible that Rivers will get the start in his first NFL action since the 2020 season. PCL sprains typically sideline players for multiple weeks, so it would be a bit of a surprise if Leonard made the start for Indy in Seattle. Brett Rypien is the only other QB on the Colts' roster at the moment. The 23-year-old Leonard went 18-for-29 passing for 145 yards and an interception while also running in a TD in place of Jones in last week's loss to the Jaguars.
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Cedric Tillman Not Expected to Practice on Wednesday
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (concussion, rib) is not expected to practice with the team on Wednesday, per Browns Zone's Scott Petrak. With two injuries, Tillman should be considered questionable to take the field this Sunday to take on the Chicago Bears. The 25-year-old will need to clear the league's concussion protocol later this week in order to get the green light to play this weekend. He played 64% of the offensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Tennessee Titans and caught one of his three targets for 23 yards. Even if Tillman gains clearance later this week, fantasy managers won't be in a hurry to throw him into their starting lineups, especially with the playoffs starting in most leagues. Tillman hasn't had more than one catch in a game since Nov. 16 against the Ravens, and he's caught only 18 passes for 197 yards and two touchdowns in nine games in 2025. If Tillman doesn't play in Week 15, rookie Isaiah Bond would become a more attractive big-play option in deeper leagues.
Source: Browns Zone - Scott Petrak
Source: Browns Zone - Scott Petrak
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