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Murphy was waived by the Patriots on Monday.

Murphy has played with both the Patriots and Chargers this season, most recently seeing time exclusively on special teams. He should have a decent chance to catch on with a new team.

Schrader was claimed off waivers by the Broncos on Monday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official website reports.

Schrader was waived by the Texans on Saturday, and he has now found a new home in Denver after just two days. The running back last played in Week 1 with the Rams, failing to log any stats while playing four snaps on special teams. Schrader will provide the Broncos with an additional depth option behind RJ Harvey in the backfield.

The Texans placed Edwards (pectoral) on injured reserve Monday.

Edwards suffered a season-ending torn pectoral muscle during Houston's 40-20 win over the Cardinals in Week 15, so his placement on IR is nothing short of expected. With the veteran defensive tackle now sidelined, expect Naquan Jones to operate as the Texans' top rotational option at defensive tackle behind starters Sheldon Rankins and Tommy Togiai.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan relayed Monday that he expects Bethune (ankle) to return to practice for Week 16 prep, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Bethune has missed the 49ers' last three game due to a right ankle sprain, but he appears to have progressed enough in his recovery to return to practice ahead of San Francisco's Week 16 tilt against Indianapolis on Monday, Dec. 22. The second-year linebacker was thrust into a starting role after Fred Warner (ankle - IR) suffered a season-ending injury in Week 6 against the Buccaneers, and it has been Curtis Robinson who has taken on the starting job in Bethune's absence.

Elliott (knee) is expected to practice this week, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Elliott suffered an apparent knee injury prior to Sunday's win over the Titans, but it doesn't appear as if it's a long-term issue for the defensive lineman. He'll benefit from an additional day off ahead of the team's matchup with the Colts on Monday Night Football in Week 16, but his status at practice will be worth monitoring in the coming days.

The Dolphins signed Bell from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Monday night's game against the Steelers.

Bell is now eligible to play for the Dolphins for the rest of the 2025 campaign after being elevated from the practice squad for the maximum of three times. He has one assisted tackle across three regular-season games, and he gives Miami more depth at linebacker and another contributor on special teams.

Thrash signed with the Browns on Monday.

Thrash re-signed with the team after being waived Saturday. The wide receiver has appeared in nine contests with Cleveland this year, reeling in 10 of 15 targets for 107 yards, and he'll return to his role as an extreme depth option behind Jerry Jeudy and Cedric Tillman on offense.

The Jets placed Oliver (knee) on injured reserve Monday.

Oliver will miss the remainder of the 2025 season due to a knee injury suffered Week 15 against Jacksonville. The versatile safety's absence will provide an opportunity for Dean Clark and new signee Keidron Smith behind Malachi Moore and Tony Adams (groin).

Harmon (knee) is inactive for Monday's game against the Dolphins.

Harmon gave himself a chance to play against Miami after logging a limited practice Saturday, but the rookie first-rounder will end up missing a third consecutive game due to a lingering knee injury. Harmon appears to be progressing in his recovery given his questionable tag for Week 15, and his next opportunity to play is Sunday against the Lions. Rookie fifth-rounder Yahya Black has seen a significant increase in his snap count in the two games Harmon missed, so the former should continue to work in an expanded role on the Steelers' defensive line.

Bills head coach Sean McDermott said Monday that Hardman (calf) could have his 21-day practice window opened this week, Chris Brown of the Bills Radio Network reports.

Hardman has been on injured reserve since Nov. 20, and he's now eligible to return to practice. Once activated, Hardman will operate primarily as an option in the return game for Buffalo.