The eighth week of action in the National Football League proved eventful for numerous teams facing challenges, as squads such as the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, and Baltimore Ravens secured victories that were vital for their seasons.
However, the week also presented difficulties, exemplified by New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo’s departure from Sunday’s game due to a severe ankle injury. Doctors diagnosed Skattebo with an ankle dislocation, leading to his immediate hospitalization for thorough evaluations and necessary surgical intervention. Ian Rapoport from NFL Network conveyed that this setback will unfortunately conclude the rookie’s season.
The Ravens could potentially witness the return of their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, who engaged in limited practice sessions during the previous week, though he was ultimately inactive for Sunday’s contest. Jackson has been absent since sustaining a hamstring injury the prior month, contributing to the Ravens’ four-game losing streak in his absence. Despite these challenges, the team’s hopes remain alive, particularly after backup quarterback Tyler Huntley steered them to a victory against the Bears.
Simultaneously, although the injury situation for the San Francisco 49ers shows signs of improvement, uncertainties persist surrounding the comeback of quarterback Brock Purdy. Despite participating in practice last week, Purdy’s activity was limited, leaving his full recovery timeline ambiguous. In the interim, backup quarterback Mac Jones is endeavoring to lead the team, although his efforts fell short in securing a win against the Texans, resulting in a 26-15 defeat in Houston.
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Keion White was surprisingly inactive for the previous week’s game, and there were reports suggesting he might be traded before the deadline. He’s now set to move to a different region and embark on a fresh chapter.
White accumulated a total of 56 tackles and secured five sacks during the last season, marking his second year in the league following his selection by the Patriots in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
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The New York Giants conducted a comprehensive workout and tryout session on Tuesday, which included former Pittsburgh Steelers’ third-round pick, Diontae Johnson, as a participant. Johnson was involved in 12 games during the previous season, representing three different NFL teams, namely Carolina, Baltimore, and Houston.
After a contractual disagreement, Johnson was traded from Pittsburgh to Carolina. However, his stint with the Panthers lasted only seven games before he was traded to Baltimore. He then participated in four games with the Ravens before being released due to his refusal to enter a game. Subsequently, Houston signed Johnson, but he was ultimately released after a two-week period.
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New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers underwent a successful ACL surgery on Tuesday, according to information provided by Dan Salomone from Giants.com. Nabers has been out of action since the Giants’ Week 4 victory against the Chargers.
During his four appearances this season, Nabers recorded 18 receptions, accumulating 271 yards and scoring 2 touchdowns. Nabers was initially selected as the No. 6 overall pick by New York in 2024 and subsequently earned a spot in the Pro Bowl during his inaugural year.
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According to Tom Pelissero from NFL Network, the New York Giants have successfully claimed cornerback Jarrick Bernard-Converse off waivers from the Cleveland Browns. Bernard-Converse has participated in five games for the Browns this season and has a total of 15 appearances over the previous two seasons with the New York Jets.
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Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel expressed his “confidence” regarding linebacker Bradley Chubb’s participation in Thursday night’s game against the Baltimore Ravens. The two-time Pro Bowl linebacker has been managing both shoulder and foot injuries.
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The Baltimore Ravens ended their four-game losing run with a 30-16 victory over the Chicago Bears — who, in contrast, had been on a four-game winning streak — and now the Ravens are anticipating the return of their two-time NFL MVP for “Thursday Night Football.”
Lamar Jackson informed reporters on Tuesday that he is fully recovered after being sidelined for the past three games due to a hamstring injury he sustained against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 28.
Jackson conveyed his enthusiasm for playing against the Dolphins on Thursday.
“I’m eager to reunite with my teammates on the field,” he stated. “It’s been a considerable period.”
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The Washington Commanders were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 28-7 on “Monday Night Football,” bringing their season record to 3-5. However, there is optimism as their starting quarterback may return to the lineup this week.
Jayden Daniels, who was absent from the Chiefs game due to a hamstring injury, is anticipated to resume practice this week. According to Commanders head coach Dan Quinn, the second-year signal-caller had a productive rehabilitation session on Sunday.
Daniels did not participate in practice throughout the previous week after exiting a Week 7 loss to the Dallas Cowboys prematurely due to a minor hamstring strain.
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The Tennessee Titans have formally added cornerback Micah Robinson and edge rusher Truman Jones to their 53-man roster. Robinson was selected in the seventh round of this year’s NFL Draft, while Jones was previously on the New England Patriots’ roster until earlier in the month.
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The Los Angeles Chargers have formally signed defensive lineman Kyle Peko and safety Marcus Williams to their practice squad. Peko brings seven years of NFL experience, including five games played with the Detroit Lions in the previous season. Williams participated in 11 games with the Baltimore Ravens last year.
The Chargers have also released wide receiver Luke Grimm and running back Nyheim Hines from their roster.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the process of signing safety Darrick Forrest to their practice squad. This decision comes as starting safety DeShon Elliott is currently sidelined due to a hyperextended knee. Forrest participated in 10 games for Washington during the previous season.
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The Arizona Cardinals have initiated the 21-day practice windows for both cornerback Garrett Williams and linebacker B.J. Ojulari, allowing them to return to practice from their injured reserve status. Garrett has been inactive since Week 2 of the season due to a knee injury. Ojulari has not participated in games since his rookie year in 2023 following an ACL injury he sustained during training camp in 2024.
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According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco’s condition is being evaluated on a “week-to-week” basis due to an MCL sprain.
Pacheco sustained the knee injury during Monday night’s game against the Washington Commanders.
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Following eight weeks of play with second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler as the team’s primary starter, the New Orleans Saints have announced rookie Tyler Shough as their starter heading into Week 9. Shough was selected by the Saints in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
On Sunday, Shough entered the game against the Rams, substituting for Rattler, and completed passes for 128 yards, along with one interception, in the losing effort. He made his NFL regular-season debut in Week 3 during a defeat against the Seahawks.
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Ahead of Baltimore’s upcoming game against the Dolphins on Thursday Night Football, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh expressed considerable certainty regarding quarterback Lamar Jackson’s return. Jackson has been sidelined for a month due to a hamstring injury, causing him to miss three games.
“I feel highly confident. I have a strong sense of confidence about it,” Harbaugh stated during a press conference on Monday. “We anticipate him being on the field Thursday night.”
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49ers QB Brock Purdy, who had been out for a number of weeks due to a toe injury, was able to return to limited practice last week.
Shanahan is holding off on confirming whether Purdy will be ready
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