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Minnesota cut Morgan from its practice squad Tuesday.

Less than a week after joining the Vikings squad, Morgan is now set to become a free agent again. The undrafted rookie has apparently struggled to find his footing since originally signing a deal with Pittsburgh during the offseason.

Jones said Tuesday on the "Up & Adams Show" that the neck injury he sustained during Sunday's loss at Miami isn't the same as the one he dealt with during the 2021 season.

Coach Brian Daboll expressed optimism Monday regarding the quarterback's availability against Buffalo in Week 6, and Jones concurred the next day, saying "that's certainly the goal." In 2021, Jones missed the final six games of the campaign due to his neck issue, but his current injury doesn't seem to be the same level of severity.

Watson is considered day-to-day as of Tuesday due to a bruised rotator cuff in his right throwing shoulder, and his status for Sunday's game against the 49ers is to be determined, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Prior to the Browns' bye, Watson reportedly was medically cleared to play with the shoulder issue that impacted him during Week 4 prep, but he ultimately didn't feel comfortable doing so and was inactive against the Ravens. Even with the bye behind him, he still didn't practice Monday but was able to throw, which perhaps is a sign he'll be able to manage a limited session in practice Wednesday. If Watson is unable to play Sunday, rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson could get another start under center, though the more experienced PJ Walker is on the team's practice squad.

Garoppolo completed 22 of 31 pass attempts for 208 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Monday's 17-13 win over the Packers.

Garoppolo made a healthy return from a one-game absence due to a concussion suffered against Pittsburgh in Week 3. The veteran signal-caller had a pedestrian fantasy line but played well considering his best weapon, Davante Adams (shoulder), wasn't at full strength Monday. Garoppolo did throw an ill-advised interception on the opening drive of the second half when he forced an outside throw to a covered Jakobi Meyers that was easily picked off by Green Bay's defense. It was an otherwise solid performance from Las Vegas' starting quarterback as he prepares to face the team that drafted him in a home matchup against New England on Sunday.

Love completed 16 of 30 passes for 182 yards with no touchdowns and three interceptions in the Packers' 17-13 loss to the Raiders on Monday night. He also rushed twice for 37 yards.

The third-year pro frequently looked like a rookie Monday night while once again struggling with his accuracy. Love's three picks matched his season total coming into the night, and the final one came in the end zone on a play where Christian Watson appeared to initially be open for what would have potentially been a game-winning touchdown. The quarterback's first pick also led to a Las Vegas field goal, and he's now completed under 60 percent of his passes in four of the first five games. Love now will have a Week 6 bye to reset before returning to action in a favorable Week 7 road matchup against the Broncos.

Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Smith's knee is "fine," Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Smith hurt his knee during the Seahawks' last contest Monday, Oct. 2 at the Giants, which capped him to 38 of 55 offensive snaps. His resulting stat line was modest -- 13-for-20 passing for 110 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions along with a catch for minus-2 yards -- and Carroll told John Boyle of the team's official site afterward that Smith's injury was spurred by getting his knee twisted. With a Week 5 bye behind him, Smith appears as if he'll miss no more time due to the issue, as he looked spry while going through drills Monday, per Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times. Seattle will post its first practice report of Week 6 prep Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game at Cincinnati.

O'Connell is inactive for Monday night's game against the Packers.

With Jimmy Garoppolo (concussion) sidelined in Week 4, O'Connell drew the start in the Raiders' 24-17 loss to the Chargers. Now that Garoppolo is back in action, O'Connell will resume a reserve role, while Brian Hoyer is slated to serve as the team's No. 2 QB on Monday.

Coach Kevin O'Connell suggested Monday that placing Mullens (back) on injured reserve is a possibility, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Mullens was inactive for Sunday's Week 5 game against the Chiefs, as he's reportedly dealing with back stiffness. Rookie Jaren Hall served as Kirk Cousins' backup versus Kansas City and figures to be the No. 2 for however long Mullens is sidelined.

Minshew will start versus the Jaguars in Week 6 with coach Shane Steichen saying Monday that Anthony Richardson (shoulder) will miss "some time," Adam Schefter of ESPNreports.

Minshew stepped up in relief of Richardson during Sunday's win over the Titans in which he completed 11 of 14 passes for 155 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions. He'll start Week 6 at Jacksonville at a minimum, but depending on the severity of Richardson's AC joint injury, the rookie could be a real candidate to land on IR and miss at least the next four contests. Minshew also relieved Richardson in Weeks 2 and 3, throwing a touchdown in both contests without a single interception. A proven veteran, Minshew is worth fantasy consideration in the short term for teams in need of a spot start or in leagues that field multiple QBs.

Coach Shane Steichen confirmed Monday that Richardson (shoulder) is dealing with an AC joint sprain and will miss "some time," Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Richardson will miss Sunday's upcoming road matchup against the Jaguars, at the very least. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that the rookie signal-caller is dealing with a Grade 3 sprain that could result in him being placed on IR for a minimum of four games, though Steichen declined to verify the exact severity of Richardson's injury. Gardner Minshew will lead Indianapolis' offense until Richardson is cleared to retake the field.