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Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said Monday that White (groin), who is not participating in practice, is day-to-day, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

White isn't practicing after having been forced off the field early during Tampa Bay's 29-7 preseason win over Tennessee on Saturday, but he's at least avoided a long-term injury by the sound of things. It remains to be seen, though, whether he'll be fully cleared in time for the Buccaneers' next exhibition matchup this Saturday versus the Steelers. Sean Tucker should benefit from an uptick in opportunities behind starter Bucky Irving as long as White is unavailable.

Johnson (groin) played with the first-team offense during New Orleans' 27-13 preseason loss to the Chargers on Sunday.

Johnson didn't tally a counting stat while suiting up for just nine offensive snaps Sunday, but his participation serves as confirmation that he's recovered from the groin injury that sidelined him for roughly one week of training camp. As things currently stand in the Saints' tight end corps, with both Taysom Hill (knee) and Foster Moreau (knee) still on the active/PUP list, Johnson is operating as the team's No. 1 option at the position without much competition for touches.

Renfrow (hamstring) is participating in Monday's padded practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Renfrow missed over a week of practice and Friday's preseason opener against the Browns due to a lingering hamstring injury, but the veteran wideout now appears to be ready to handle practice reps without restrictions. After having spent the 2024 season away from the NFL, Renfrow inked a one-year deal with Carolina in April and is competing for a slot role in the Panthers' wide receiver corps.

Williams has seen the most first-team reps in Dallas' backfield competition, though no running back has yet emerged as a clear favorite for the No. 1 role, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Williams was held out of action during Dallas' 31-21 preseason loss to the Rams on Saturday, as was the case for many of the Cowboys' key players. With Miles Sanders (knee) and Jaydon Blue (heel) kept out by default due to injuries, though, the only real insight into the current backfield pecking order provided by exhibition action to date may be that Deuce Vaughn was given the green light to suit up, an unsurprising indication that he's entrenched as a reserve or, at best, rotational option. While it remains to be seen whether Williams regains the explosiveness he touted prior to the severe knee injury he suffered in 2022, he brings ample starting experience, three-down versatility and reliability in pass protection, traits that could be enough to secure the lead backfield role.

Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Monday he expects Green Bay's starters to rest during Saturday's preseason game against the Colts, but that the plan is subject to change based on the week of practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

LaFleur made clear that he wasn't satisfied with the sloppy cameo Love and the starting offense made during Green Bay's 30-10 preseason loss to the Jets on Saturday, in which the starting QB completed just one of five passes for seven yards, in part due to multiple drops by his pass-catching corps. "I just want to see improvement out there on the practice field," LaFleur said, noting that "if we don't feel great about it, and we feel like we need the work," then the starters could end up suiting up for exhibition action this weekend. Dontayvion Wicks (calf) could have a chance to be back in action versus the Colts, but No. 1 wideout Jayden Reed (foot) is wearing a walking boot, and LaFleur hasn't provided a tangible update on the severity or recovery timetable for his injury.

Dickerson (knee) is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Dickerson was carted off the field due to an apparent right leg injury at Sunday's practice, but he's now receiving testing for what's been labeled a knee injury. He's been listed on injury reports with knee injuries prior to Sunday. The Pro Bowler is an integral starter at left guard for Philadelphia's offensive line, especially given that standout right guard Mekhi Becton was counted among the Eagles' losses in free agency, having inked with the Chargers this off-season. Backup LG Kenyon Green (shoulder) suffered an injury during Thursday's 34-27 preseason win over the Bengals, potentially leading to Matt Pryor or rookie Trevor Keegan getting first-team reps if Dickerson has to miss significant time.

White (groin) is not participating in Monday's practice, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

White was forced out of Saturday's 29-7 preseason win over the Titans due to a groin injury, which head coach Todd Bowles said Sunday would require more testing to determine its severity. Tampa Bay hasn't yet offered an update on White's recovery timetable, but as long as he remains sidelined expect Sean Tucker to handle increased reps behind starting running back Bucky Irving.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Gabriel (hamstring) will participate in 11-on-11 drills, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Gabriel had been limited in practice for roughly a week due to a hamstring injury, which also forced him to sit out Friday's preseason opener against the Panthers, but he now appears back to full health. With Gabriel, Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett (hamstring) and Deshaun Watson (Achilles) all sidelined versus Carolina, fellow rookie Shedeur Sanders got a chance to log substantial exhibition action and impressed with two touchdown passes. Gabriel may have to make up lost ground in Saturday's road preseason game against the Eagles.

Surtain played 12 snaps and did not record any counting stats in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers.

Like most starters, Surtain did not play much in the preseason opener, as the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year is a key part of the success of Denver's formidable defense. The 25-year-old cornerback has cemented himself as on of the league's top defensive backs, recording a career-high four interceptions last season and consistently flashing elite coverage skills. Surtain will continue to be a centerpiece of what should be one of the top defensive units in the league once again. The Broncos will host the Cardinals in Week 2 of the preseason.

Bonitto recorded 1.0 sacks in Saturday's 30-9 preseason win over the 49ers.

Bonitto looked impressive in Denver's preseason opener, picking up where he left off in a stellar 2024 regular season in which he notched a career high 13.5 sacks. The 25-year-old linebacker was a disruptive force in his limited playing time, recording a sack and three quarterback hits during Denver's second defensive drive of the contest. If Saturday's game is any indication, Bonitto should continue to be one of the Broncos' most impactful defensive players heading into the 2025 season. The veteran should continue to play limited snaps as one of Denver's star defensive players when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Week 2 of the preseason.