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Driskel reverted back to the Texans' practice squad Monday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Driskel was elevated for Sunday's contest against the Patriots to act as the backup behind Davis Mills. The 28-year-old has yet to take a snap this season, but he could earn a contract if Tyrod Taylor (hamstring) remains out for an extended period, though Taylor could be back within the next few games.

Sudfeld reverted to the 49ers' practice squad following Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

The 28-year-old didn't appear in Sunday's Week 5 matchup while working behind Trey Lance. If Jimmy Garoppolo (calf) is cleared to return after the 49ers' bye week, Sudfeld will likely remain on the practice squad.

Bears head coach Matt Nagy said Fields underwent tests on the hyperextended left knee he suffered in Sunday's win over the Raiders, with the scans revealing nothing of major concern, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Chicago could look to limit Fields' practice reps early in the week for maintenance purposes, but the rookie signal-caller should be good to go for the Bears' next game Oct. 17 against the Packers. After suffering the injury in the second quarter Sunday, Fields missed only two plays and finished the day with 12 completions on 20 attempts for 111 yards and his first career touchdown pass.

Brissett (hamstring) is sore and receiving treatment Monday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Brissett sustained a hamstring strain in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers but was able to remain in the game. Even if the 28-year-old is cleared to suit up for Week 6, he isn't guaranteed a starting role because Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) could return to practice and do enough to clear himself ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Coach Brian Flores is hopeful that Tagovailoa (ribs) will return to practice this week after he threw again Monday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

The Dolphins are hopeful that Tagovailoa will be back on the field as early as Week 6 against the Jaguars. The 2020 first-rounder resumed throwing early last week, and the team likely will have a better idea of his status based on his participation in practice ahead of Sunday's game in London.

Burrow (neck) is expected to play Sunday against the Lions, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

Burrow was taken to the hospital following Sunday's loss to the Packers to be evaluated for a throat contusion, but he rejoined the team Monday. Coach Zac Taylor doesn't expect that the 24-year-old will have any limitations this week, so he should be in line to start Sunday's game against Detroit.

Burrow (throat) was released from the hospital Sunday night, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Burrow was evaluated for a possible throat contusion following Sunday's loss to the Packers, but he checked out fine after being taken to the hospital. The 24-year-old completed 26 of 38 passes for 281 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's overtime loss and seems to have a good chance to play in the Week 6 matchup against Detroit on Sunday.

Tagovailoa (ribs) could be ready to retake the field as early as Week 6 against the Jaguars, Hal Habib of the Palm Beach Post reports.

Tagovailoa is eligible to resume practicing this week in preparation for taking on Jacksonville, as long as the Dolphins believe he's progressed enough in his recovery from fractured ribs. As of yet, the second-year signal caller remains on IR. Miami has lost three straight games with Jacoby Brissett under center, so the team no doubt is eager to get Tagovailoa back in action and under evaluation. However, Tagovailoa could slot back in to a nebulous situation, as DeVante Parker (shoulder) missed Week 5, and Will Fuller (finger) will spend at least two more games on IR.

Coach David Culley said Monday he doesn't expect Taylor (hamstring) to be activated from injured reserve Week 6, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Taylor was placed on IR back in Week 3, but it looks like the veteran signal-caller won't make it back onto the field in the minimum amount of time. Rookie third-round pick Davis Mills will continue to start while looking to build upon the three-touchdown, turnover-free performance he logged during Sunday's loss to the Patriots. Jeff Driskel has operated as Mills' backup, and it's still expected that Deshaun Watson will remain inactive the entire season.

Mahomes completed 33 of 54 pass attempts for 272 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions while rushing eight times for 61 yards and losing a fumble in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Bills.

Mahomes struggled mightily against the Bills' defensive front, constantly getting flushed out of the pocket and being forced to complete shorter passes. The decline in pocket protection has been noticeable this year, which could be one of the main reasons we are seeing more flaws in the star quarterback's play in 2021. Despite the slight decline, Mahomes is still posting numbers worthy of starting in any fantasy format, with 298.0 passing yards per game and a 16:6 TD:INT ratio through five contests. Mahomes may have to work his magic against a tough Washington defensive front next Sunday.