NFL Player News

Thornton (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Thornton was activated from injured reserve Tuesday after fully recovering from a hamstring injury, but the second-year pro will be a healthy scratch for Week 8. In his absence, the Raiders will turn to Jack Bech, Cody White and Dareke Young to serve as the rotational wide receivers behind Tre Tucker and Jalen Nailor. Thornton's next chance to play is Week 9 against the 49ers on Nov. 8.

Zaccheaus (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Zaccheaus didn't play in the Week 7 meeting with the 49ers due to a shoulder injury. He was limited during practice throughout the week, though it wasn't enough to avoid a questionable designation for Sunday's divisional clash with Tampa Bay. While the wideout was in danger of missing this contest, he will avoid a second consecutive absence. Zaccheaus has only four catches (11 targets) for 17 yards in six regular-season games in 2026. He also holds a role on special teams as a return man.

Skowronek (calf) is inactive against the Browns on Sunday.

Skowronek will end up missing a third consecutive game due to a calf injury, and with the Steelers on a bye for Week 9, his next chance to play is Week 10 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 15. Kaden Wetjen, Brandon Smith and Brandon Johnson are in line for more snaps on offense in Skowronek's absence.

Johnson is in line to see additional snaps and targets in Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Falcons, as Emeka Egbuka (concussion/foot) remains sidelined for the contest per Scott Smith of the team's official site.

Johnson found a way to make an impact in Week 7 against the Panthers, Egbuka's first absence, despite the returning Baker Mayfield putting the ball up only 11 times for 64 passing yards. Johnson brought in both targets for 33 yards and a touchdown, and he also gained 14 yards on a rush attempt. In the process, the second-year wideout logged a season-high 41 snaps and outshined rookie Ted Hurst, who logged 35 snaps and failed to reel in his only target. While the depth chart reflects Hurst as ahead of Johnson, the latter may once again be the bigger beneficiary of Egbuka's absence against an Atlanta defense that's allowed the third-most receptions (96) to wide receivers this season.

Tinsley (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against Tennessee.

Tinsley has played in each of the Bengals' last three games and has logged four catches on eight targets for 56 yards over that span. He will observe Sunday's contest from the sidelines, and his next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the Falcons on Nov. 8.

Godwin is in line to operate as the Buccaneers de facto No. 1 receiver again in Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Falcons, as Emeka Egbuka (concussion/foot) is inactive for the contest per Scott Smith of the team's official site.

Godwin filled Egbuka's No. 1 role in a Week 7 rout of the Panthers, one where Baker Mayfield returned from a thumb injury but put the ball up only 11 times in a 43-13 win for Tampa Bay. As a result, Godwin ran just 12 routes, although he was targeted on 41.7 percent of them on his way to five targets and a 4-27-0 line. Considering Mayfield had just seven completions and 64 passing yards, Godwin's role was indeed that of the top option in the air attack, and Sunday's game against the Falcons is almost certain to involve appreciably higher passing volume for Tampa Bay.

Tyson (hamstring) could be reinstated from injured reserve and make his season debut as soon as next Sunday versus the Browns, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The Saints haven't cleared Tyson to practice since he strained his right hamstring during an Aug. 13 training camp workout, but the rookie first-round pick sounds like he could have his 21-day evaluation window opened in Week 9. Due to the length of his absence, Tyson may not be ready to play against Cleveland even if he checks out well in practice during the upcoming week, but in any case, he doesn't appear far away from making his NFL debut. Whenever he's activated, Tyson could push Devaughn Vele for the No. 2 receiver role behind top target Chris Olave.

Patrick (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Raiders.

Patrick spent the first four regular-season games on injured reserve. He appeared in the Jets' last three contests, though he will be a healthy scratch for the Week 8 meeting with Las Vegas. The 32-year-old has only three catches during the 2026 campaign, so his absence won't open up extra targets for others.

Meyers (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Meyers logged a pair of limited practices this week before sitting out Friday's session entirely, but as reports Sunday morning indicated, he'll ultimately be available to take the field. Following Jacksonville's Week 7 bye, Meyers will look to find the end zone for the first time since Week 3 against a middle-of-the-pack Colts defense allowing 215.9 passing yards per game.

Ridley (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Ridley has been officially cleared to return from a one-game absence due to a hip injury. The veteran wide receiver has only five catches on 10 targets for 81 yards through six regular-season games, but he has the opportunity Sunday to operate in an expanded role due to the absence of rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate (shoulder).