NFL Player News

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley said Allen (illness) won't be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

While Allen didn't make enough progress in his recovery from COVID-19 to suit up this weekend, the Chargers anticipate fellow wideout Mike Williams coming off the list Saturday, after he was deemed a close contact of Allen. Without Allen, the Chargers will likely rely more on Jalen Guyton and Josh Palmer to pick up snaps at receiver alongside Williams.

Cooper confirmed Friday that he's completely healthy and no longer dealing with any symptoms from his bout with COVID-19, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The 27-year-old returned for last Thursday's 27-17 win over the Saints but saw just 24 snaps (34 percent) and two targets. He did catch both passes for 41 yards, showing his usual burst when called upon. Cooper's return to a full-time role, assuming it happens this Sunday at Washington, might mean less work for Michael Gallup, who took on at least eight targets and 91 percent snap share in each of the past three games with Cooper and/or CeeDee Lamb limited by injury/illness/concussion. All three are healthy now, as is No. 4 receiver Cedrick Wilson (ankle).

Boykin (finger) is doubtful for Sunday's contest against the Browns.

Boykin was limited throughout practice this week, and he is unlikely to play Sunday. The third-year wideout hasn't been available since Week 10, so if he is sidelined again it shouldn't impact the Ravens' offensive rotations.

Samuel (groin) is on the field for Friday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

While the extent of his participation remains to be seen, a return to practice Friday represents progress for Samuel after an absence from last week's loss to Seattle and missed practices this Wednesday and Thursday. Initial reports suggested he'd miss one or two games due to a groin strain, so it won't be too surprising if he makes it back for Sunday's matchup with the Bengals.

Wilson (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against Washington, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Wilson was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday but got the all-clear following a full session Friday. He'll be relegated to a depth role on offense with Amari Cooper, CeeDee Lamb and Michael Gallup all healthy, but Wilson could be tasked with taking on kick return duties, as usual return man Tony Pollard (foot) is questionable and hasn't practiced at all.

Darden (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Bills.

Darden was a full participant in every practice this week, but he still carries a questionable designation heading into the weekend. The 5-foot-8 wideout has mostly operated as a return specialist this season, and if he is unable to suit up Sunday, Tyler Johnson and Giovani Bernard will likely handle those duties again.

Goodwin (foot) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Barring an unexpected improvement with his foot injury, Goodwin will sit out for a second consecutive game. He was unable to practice in any capacity Thursday or Friday after getting in a limited session Wednesday. On a positive note for Chicago's receiving corps, fellow wideout Allen Robinson (hamstring) is good to go after a full practice Friday.

Robinson (hamstring) has been removed from the injury report and will play in Sunday's game against the Packers.

He hasn't had much luck working with rookie QB Justin Fields, who is back under center this week while Andy Dalton (wrist) is listed as doubtful. Robinson last played Week 9, when he caught four passes for a season-high 68 yards in a 29-27 loss to the Steelers.

Coach Joe Judge suggested Toney (oblique) may be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup with the Chargers, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

Judge said Toney displayed progress Thursday in his return to a limited practice, the rookie's first participation of any kind since Week 11, which also was the last time he played in a game. The Giants will release their final injury report Friday afternoon, with fellow WRs Sterling Shepard (quad) and Kenny Golladay (ribs) potentially listed alongside Toney, not to mentions QBs Daniel Jones (neck) and Mike Glennon (concussion).

Samuel (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

The most likely outcome is Samuel suiting up for a third straight week and handling a small role again, though it isn't exactly a lock. He has two catches for eight yards and three carries for three yards over the past two games, logging 40 total snaps on offense (24 percent, 30 percent).