NFL Player News

The Chargers downgraded Parham's (hamstring) status for Sunday's game versus Jacksonville to doubtful Saturday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Parham practiced in a limited capacity this week and appeared to be trending in the right direction, but it appears he'll now have to wait until Week 4 at Houston to make his 2022 debut. Assuming he can't go, Gerald Everett and Tre' McKitty should continue to see most of the work at tight end for the Chargers.

Houston elevated Akins from its practice squad Saturday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

It will be Akins' first game action this season after he joined the practice squad going into his fifth year with the team. With Brevin Jordan (ankle) already out and Pharaoh Brown (shoulder) listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Chicago, Akins could potentially be in line to see significant playing time spelling O.J. Howard.

Schultz (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

We'll likely need to wait for more information from Dallas' camp, as Schultz was listed as a limited participant in Saturday's practice, but considering it was only a walkthrough, it's hard to discern how much that stacks up against his previous two DNPs. Expect rookie Jake Ferguson to see significantly more playing time in the event Schultz is unable to play.

Forristall reverted to Cleveland's practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Forristall was promoted for Thursday's win over the Steelers and played four offensive snaps to go along with 12 on special teams. He did not log any catches on one target.

Brown (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears after returning to a full practice Friday.

With Brevin Jordan ruled out, look for Brown, if active, and O.J. Howard to lead the Texans' Week 3 tight end corps, with Jordan Akins a candidate to be elevated from the team's practice squad ahead of Sunday's contest. In Houston's loss to the Broncos last weekend, Brown caught three of his five targets for 24 yards, while logging 45 of a possible 63 snaps on offense.

Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

With Jordan unavailable, Pharaoh Brown, who is listed as questionable with a shoulder injury after practicing fully Friday, could see added Week 3 opportunities (if active) alongside O.J. Howard, with Jordan Akins a candidate to be elevated from the team's practice squad ahead of Sunday's contest.

Likely (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest at New England.

Through two games, the rookie fourth-round pick has played a modest role for the Ravens, logging 38 percent of the offensive snaps to date. While operating behind Mark Andrews (83 percent) doesn't lend itself to a lot of work, Likely followed up getting blanked on four targets Week 1 with a 4-43-0 line on five targets this past Sunday against the Dolphins. After being limited Wednesday through Friday due to a groin injury, Likely's status for Week 3 won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Otton (personal) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Otton didn't practice all week due to personal reasons and will likely be sidelined for at least one game. If he's ruled out, Ko Kieft and Kyle Rudolph would be candidates for increased roles behind Cameron Brate.

McBride's role in the Cardinals offense is expected to grow as the season goes on, Bob McManaman of the Arizona Republic reports.

Coach Kliff Kingsbury said as much after Friday's practice, relaying McBride is "doing better and better." The rookie second-round pick was a healthy scratch Week 1, then logged just one offensive snap and 10 plays on special teams this past Sunday in Las Vegas. He's stuck behind top tight end Zach Ertz and a pair of veterans in Maxx Williams and Stephen Anderson, so managers may have to play the waiting game for McBride to get regular work in the offense. McBride's next chance to do so arrives Sunday afternoon against the Rams.

Parham (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Parham logged three limited practices Wednesday-Friday and has a chance to make his season debut Sunday. If available, Parham figures to garner a solid role next to newcomer Gerald Everett, who's caught nine of 14 targets for 125 yards and a score through his first two games with the Chargers.