NFL Player News

Tonga (chest) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals, Mark Daniels of MassLive.com reports.

Tonga appeared to sustain the injury late in the first half, and he's being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return. Eric Gregory should see more snaps on the defensive line for as long as Tonga is out of the game.

Porter (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

The cornerback made three tackles (two solo) before exiting. James Pierre should be the next man up at corner for the Steelers.

Brooks has been diagnosed with a concussion and will not return to Sunday's game against the Patriots, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

Brooks has entered the league's concussion protocol after being evaluated by medical staff and will not return. Practice squad running back Gary Brightwell will serve as Chase Brown's backup the rest of the way due to the absences of Brooks and Samaje Perine (ankle). Looking ahead, Brooks is in jeopardy of being sidelined for the Bengals' Thanksgiving Day clash against the Ravens.

Clowney (shoulder/neck) is active for Sunday's Week 12 contest against Philadelphia.

Clowney was limited in all three practices this week, but he'll be able to suit up against the Eagles. The veteran defensive end has been hovering around a 50 percent defensive snap share in recent games. On the season, Clowney has totaled 19 tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and three defensed passes over seven contests.

Howell (coach's decision) is inactive but serving as the Eagles' emergency third quarterback against the Cowboys on Sunday.

Howell is not permitted to play Sunday unless both Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee leave the game due to injury, illness or suspension. Howell has yet to play in a regular-season game this year.

Mingo is active for Sunday's Week 12 matchup against the Eagles.

Mingo had been a healthy scratch for the three games that had transpired since he came off injured reserve ahead of Week 8, but he'll break that streak Sunday while fellow wideout Jalen Tolbert is inactive for the first time this season. Despite his availability against Philadelphia, Mingo isn't slated for a sizable role, considering he projects as the No. 5 receiver behind the top quartet of CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy and KaVontae Turpin.

Dillon (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

The running back last suited up in Week 6 against the Giants. Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley remain ahead of him on the depth chart.

Floyd (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against New Orleans.

Floyd missed the Falcons' last two games due to a hamstring injury, but the veteran edge rusher has been cleared to return for Sunday's NFC North clash. Floyd's return means less defensive snaps will be available for Arnold Ebiketie and James Pearce.

Tolbert (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 12 matchup against the Eagles.

Tolbert's profile in the offense had been steadily trending down coming into Sunday, as he'd played fewer than 20 percent of the offensive snaps in three straight games. His downturn has now culminated in his first healthy scratch since his 2022 rookie campaign, per

Fuaga (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's tilt against Atlanta.

Fuaga suffered a high ankle sprain Week 9 versus the Rams and will miss his second straight game around the Saints' Week 11 bye. Asim Richards will likely step in to start at right tackle again.