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Coach Robert Saleh said Monday that Wilson is dealing with a knee injury coming out of the 30-6 win over the Texans, but Saleh doesn't anticipate that the injury will impact Wilson's availability for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Saleh didn't sound overly concerned about Wilson's knee, but the starting quarterback's practice participation still will be worth monitoring as the Jets prepare to face their AFC East rivals. Wilson's coming off his best performance of the season, as he reached the 300-yard threshold for the first time in 2023 while throwing two touchdowns without an interception.

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Monday that Trubisky will make a second consecutive start Saturday in Indianapolis while Kenny Pickett continues his recovery from ankle surgery, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

With Pickett set to be inactive for the second week in a row, Mason Rudolph will serve as the No. 2 quarterback behind Trubisky, who could have a shorter leash Week 15 after turning in a listless showing against the 3-10 Patriots in this past Thursday's 21-18 loss. Trubisky completed 22 of 35 passes for 190 yards, one touchdown and one interception and added 30 yards and a score on eight carries, and he was spared another interception in the first half when a Patriots defender was called for pass interference. He profiles as a lower-end fantasy option for Week 15, though the rushing ability that he displayed last Thursday and during his time with the Bears could give him some appeal in leagues that start two quarterbacks or have a QB flex spot.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Monday that Pickett (ankle) isn't a candidate to play in Saturday's game against the Colts, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Pickett has already missed one game while recovering from tightrope surgery to address a right high-ankle sprain, and he looks as though he'll need at least one more week to heal up from the procedure before he resumes practicing. The Steelers will hand Mitch Trubisky a second straight start at quarterback Saturday, while Mason Rudolph handles backup duties.

Herbert isn't expected to be available for Thursday's game against the Raiders while he recovers from a right index finger fracture, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Herbert suffered the injury to his throwing hand during Sunday's 24-7 loss to the Broncos. Though the Chargers plan to send the quarterback in for multiple medical opinions before determining exactly how much time he'll miss, Herbert doesn't look like he'll be a realistic option to play while Los Angeles faces a quick turnaround for the Week 15 game. Herbert's upcoming tests also should help determine whether he'll require surgery on the fractured finger. Easton Stick came on in relief of Herbert on Sunday and looks poised to make his first NFL start Thursday.

Thompson-Robinson had one carry for five yards in Sunday's 31-27 win over the Jaguars in Week 14.

The Browns used Thompson-Robinson for two plays, including a personnel package in the fourth quarter that resulted in his five-yard keeper to pick up a first down. The rookie is expected to serve in a package-specific role going forward, as Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski declared following the game that Joe Flacco will be the team's starter the remainder of the season, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

Hurts completed 18 of 27 passes for 197 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the Eagles' 33-13 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday night. He also rushed five times for 30 yards and lost a fumble.

The Eagles were seemingly behind the eight-ball right out of the gate Sunday night, with the Cowboys jumping out to a 10-0 lead through one quarter and adding another pair of touchdowns in the second quarter. That made Philadelphia's game plan increasingly predictable and allowed Dallas to make Hurts and the Eagles offense work for every yard. Hurts was sacked just once on the night, but he short-circuited an early drive at the Cowboys' 20-yard line with a fumble at the conclusion of an 11-yard scramble that ultimately led to a Cowboys field goal. Hurts' passing yardage total was his fourth under 200 yards this season, and it was only his second instance of going without a touchdown pass on the campaign as well. Hurts should have an opportunity of bouncing back in a Week 15 Monday night road matchup versus the Seahawks on Dec. 18.

Prescott completed 24 of 39 pass attempts for 271 yards and two touchdowns while adding 11 rushing yards on three attempts in Sunday's 33-13 win over the Eagles.

Prescott's only blemish in the box score was a lost fumble off of a strip sack that resulted in the Eagles' lone touchdown on Sunday Night Football. The Cowboys had built enough of a lead that his turnover didn't threaten the final lopsided result. The 30-year-old otherwise cruised against a defense that usually gives opposing quarterbacks fits, uncharacteristically taking the top off Philadelphia's coverage on several deep completions. Prescott has been rolling since returning from Dallas' Week 7 bye, averaging 310.3 passing yards with multiple touchdowns thrown in all seven starts during that span. The red-hot quarterback met little resistance against the first opponent of a brutal four-week schedule, with a road matchup against the Bills representing the second challenge next Sunday.

Mahomes completed 25 of 43 passes for 271 yards and a touchdown with one interception in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bills.

He also added eight rushing yards on his only carry. Mahomes did hit Rashee Rice for a four-yard score in the third quarter, but for the second straight game the QB was held to just one TD pass -- the first time since Weeks 12-13 of last season that Mahomes has gone consecutive contests without throwing multiple touchdowns. His longest such streak is three games, set back in 2019, and he'll look to avoid matching it in Week 15 against the Patriots.

Lock completed 22 of 31 pass attempts for 269 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 28-16 loss to the 49ers.

Lock got the nod under center after starter Geno Smith (groin) was officially ruled out after attempting to warm up unsuccessfully prior to Sunday's kickoff. The backup performed admirably in a pinch, especially considering the difficulty of opponent he was asked to start against. Lock actually had the Seahawks within striking distance of the NFC's new No. 1 seed to begin the fourth quarter, but he promptly threw two interceptions, and Seattle wore its seventh loss of the season. Given the fact that Smith had a shot to play Sunday, there is a good chance Lock resumes his backup role against the Eagles next Monday.

Allen completed 23 of 42 passes for 233 yards and a touchdown with an interception while adding 32 rushing yards and another score on 10 carries in Sunday's 20-17 win over Kansas City.

His six-yard scamper in the second quarter gave the sixth-year QB his 10th rushing touchdown of the season, a new career high. Allen's first-quarter strike to James Cook was also his 25th passing TD of the year, and he's produced multiple scores in 12 straight games dating back to Week 2. Allen will face another tough test in a Week 15 home matchup against the Cowboys.