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Dalton downplayed a potential ankle injury after Sunday's 20-16 win over the Bills, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Dalton didn't miss any snaps and threw for a season-high 328 yards, but A.J. Green said after the game that he knew his quarterback battled through some pain. Dalton also tossed a couple of interceptions, both of which hit Green in the hands before caroming to defenders. Dalton should have plenty of time to recover from the seemingly minor ankle injury as Cincinnati heads into a Week 6 bye. The Bengals then travel to Pittsburgh in Week 7.

Stafford declined to comment on his leg injury after Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Panthers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Despite receiving medical attention for his right leg at least twice in the second half, Stafford mounted a fourth-quarter rally highlighted by a pair of touchdown passes on his final two drives. He was apparently walking with a noticeable hitch when he left the locker room after the game, but neither he nor coach Jim Caldwell was willing to provide any kind of update. Stafford finished the game 23-for-35 passing with 229 yards and two scores, also taking six sacks and losing a fumble without adding production on the ground. He'll likely show up on the injury report ahead of a Week 6 road game against the Saints.

Taylor completed 20 of 37 yards for 166 yards and a touchdown while throwing an interception in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Bengals. He added three yards on one carry during the contest.

Taylor tied the game up in the second quarter with a smooth 12-yard completion in the back of the end zone to Brandon Tate. Taylor was quiet from then on, ultimately tossing a pick on third and long late in the game with Buffalo attempting to mount a comeback. Taylor has played the role of giant killer in recent weeks, toppling both Denver and Atlanta. Even then, however, his output was more efficient than dominating. He has yet to throw for 225 yards in a game this season, has thrown one or fewer touchdowns three times, and has been held to 28 combined yards on the ground over the past three weeks. His fantasy utility does not match Buffalo's early surprise success.

Dalton completed 22 of 36 passes for 328 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in Sunday's 20-16 win over Buffalo. He added two yards on the ground.

The biggest chunk of Dalton's success came early on Sunday with a 77-yard bomb down the right sideline for an A.J. Green touchdown. After struggling early in the season, Dalton has been airing it out with gusto under new offensive coordinator Bill Lazor, averaging at least 7.85 yards per attempt in all three games after reaching that total just six times in 18 starts under Ken Zampese. The switch at coordinator has also led to Dalton getting the ball into the end zone more with seven touchdowns in the last three weeks versus none in the first two games of the season. Dalton was picked twice by Buffalo's stingy defense, and turnovers will be worth monitoring, but it looks like Cincinnati is righting the ship.

Carr (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

With Carr having suffered a transverse process fracture in his back last weekend, he'll sit this one out and eye a Week 6 return. EJ Manuel will start at QB for the Raiders in his place Sunday.

Mariota (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

As a result, Matt Cassel will start at QB for Tennessee on Sunday, with Brandon Weeden slated to back him up. The Titans obviously struggled in last weekend's 57-14 loss to the Texans, but with the capable running back duo of DeMarco Murray and Derrick Henry on hand, it's not hard to imagine a run-fueled attack in the absence of Mariota. Looking ahead, Mariota is no lock to return in time for the Titans' Week 6 contest on Oct. 16 against the Colts, with Ian Rapoport of NFL.com having suggested that the recovery time for the hamstring injury Mariota suffered back on Oct. 1 "estimated to be 2-4 weeks."

Carr (back) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Ravens, a source told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Carr suffered a transverse process fracture in his back that initially was announced as requiring a 2-to-6-week recovery timetable, but the quarterback's limited participation in practices Wednesday through Friday has apparently left the window open for him to suit up in Week 5. It sounds like he could be a game-time decision, but this report makes it seem unlikely he'll convince the team he can start. EJ Manuel will start if Carr is out.

Mariota (hamstring) is unlikely to play Sunday against the Dolphins, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Mariota is listed as questionable on the official injury report for Sunday's game against Miami. Head coach Mike Mularkey has said he'll be a game-time decision, but this report would make it seem like it's less a of a toss-up than previously indicated. Matt Cassel will start at quarterback if Mariota is ruled out.

The Vikings have officially listed Bradford (knee) as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Bears.

Bradford, who has been sidelined since the team's season opener, is likely to be a true game-time decision. Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com reports that coach Mike Zimmer indicated "we'll see" in regards to his status for Monday. The quarterback was limited throughout the week at practice. Case Keenum has filled in nicely during his absence, and will presumably draw another start should Bradford ultimately be unable to suit up.

The Jaguars released Nassib on Saturday.

Nassib was the third quarterback on the Jaguars' depth chart, rendering him expendable in order to boost depth on the offensive line. He figures to be a prime candidate to land on the team's practice squad. The 27-year-old played just two games with the team.