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The Jaguars plan to continue utilizing Hunter (knee) as their top wide receiver and as a matchup cornerback in 2026, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Before hurting his right knee in an Oct. 30 practice and undergoing season-ending surgery Tuesday to address an isolated ICL injury, Hunter compiled 28 receptions for 298 yards and a touchdown on 45 targets to go with 15 tackles and three passes defensed over the Jaguars' first seven games of his rookie campaign. According to Rapoport, the Jaguars had been preparing for Hunter to handle a heightened role on both sides of the ball in the second half after he delivered his best all-around outing of the season in a loss to the Rams in Week 7, when he excelled in coverage against Davante Adams while finishing with eight catches for 101 yards and a score on offense. Altogether, Hunter played 323 snaps on offense and 158 on defense, and while the ratio may not change in 2026, his overall weekly volume of playing time on both sides of the ball is expected to increase. Because Hunter's knee injury included no damage to other ligaments, he's expected to face a relatively seamless six-month recovery period that should have him back to 100 percent well in advance of training camp.

Eskridge (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders in Madrid.

Eskridge will sit out a second straight game after he was limited in practice throughout Week 11 prep due to the shoulder issue. With Eskridge sidelined, the Dolphins will keep Cedrick Wilson and Tahj Washington active as depth wideouts behind Jaylen Waddle, Malik Washington and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.

Douglas (foot/ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders in Madrid.

Douglas will be sidelined for a second straight game after he wasn't able to advance beyond limited participation in practice this week. With Douglas sitting out, the Dolphins will likely shift Minkah Fitzpatrick to slot corner to open up more reps at safety for Ashtyn Davis, Dante Trader and Ifeatu Melifonwu.

Chubb (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Commanders in Madrid.

Chubb was added to the Dolphins' injury report Friday after he was a limited participant in the team's final practice of the week, resulting in him carrying a designation into Sunday. The foot issue ultimately wasn't considered serious enough to sideline the edge rusher for his first game of the season, and he's not expected to operate with any restrictions in Madrid. Chubb heads into the Week 11 contest having recorded 28 tackles, 5.0 sacks, one fumble recovery and one forced fumble through the Dolphins' first 10 games.

Magee (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins in Madrid.

Magee was limited in practice all week and took a questionable tag into Sunday, but he'll be ready to reprise his typical duties as a rotational linebacker. After being limited almost exclusively to special teams in the Commanders' first six games, Magee has played at least one-third of the defensive snaps in each of the last four games while totaling 16 tackles.

Simmons, who is listed as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Texans due to a hamstring issue, is expected to suit up, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Simmons missed each of Tennessee's past two games while tending to a hamstring injury. The Titans were on bye last week, and Simmons was able to log a DNP/LP/LP practice progression this week. That apparently has him geared up to play versus Houston on Sunday. If that's the case, it will be a big boost to Tennessee's pass rush, as Simmons has 4.5 sacks in the seven games he's played so far this season.

Johnston (shin), who is questionable for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, appears likely to play after practicing fully Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Though players who end the week with a full practice session typically end up playing in the subsequent game, Johnston's status won't be officially clarified until the Chargers release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If he does suit up, Johnston will likely take on his usual key role in the Chargers' wideout corps alongside Ladd McConkey and Keenan Allen.

Thomas (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, is not expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Thomas logged a trio of limited practices this week as he tries to return from the ankle injury he suffered in a Week 9 win over Las Vegas. Despite the step forward in practice activity from the week before, Thomas still looks poised to miss a second straight contest to give his ankle more time to heal. Assuming Thomas is inactive, Parker Washington and Jakobi Meyers are likely to work as the Jaguars' top two wideouts, with Dyami Brown slated for the No. 3 role. Thomas' ability to practice three times in limited fashion this week suggests that he has at least a decent chance of returning in Week 12 versus Arizona on Nov. 23.

Stroud, who has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup versus Tennessee due to a concussion, may not be ready to play in the Texans' Week 12 game Thursday against Buffalo, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Stroud suffered the concussion Week 9 against Denver and missed last Sunday's win over Jacksonville. He'll sit out a second straight contest this week, and the quick turnaround for Week 12 could result in him being sidelined for a third consecutive game. For as long as Stroud remains out, Davis Mills will start behind center for Houston.

Knight, who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against San Francisco due to an ankle injury, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Knight made an early exit from last Sunday's loss to Seattle after injuring his ankle. He was able to log three limited practice sessions this week, which appears to be good enough for him to take the field Sunday. Assuming he's cleared to play when Arizona releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, Knight may continue to start for the Cardinals but won't necessarily be guaranteed the bulk of the work out of the backfield. Emari Demercado has outproduced Knight in each of the past two weeks and may have earned himself more opportunities on early downs, especially if Knight isn't operating at 100 percent health.