NFL Player News

Ravens coach Jesse Minter confirmed Friday that Jackson (ankle) will play in Sunday's game at Buffalo, Brian Wacker of The Baltimore Sun reports.

This outcome was likely once the Ravens listed Jackson as a full practice participant Wednesday and Thursday. It's possible he won't be at his best as a runner after missing three games with a high-ankle sprain, although he told reporters Friday that lingering pain in the ankle shouldn't impact his movement.

Colts coach Shan Steichen said Friday that Downs will play Sunday against the Jaguars, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Downs submitted a trade request amid the Colts' fire sale this week, but he's still a member of the team and will be on the field against Jacksonville, assuming he's not dealt over the next 24-36 hours. Like most of the Colts, Downs has struggled to produce in the box score this season and has settled in as a low-upside WR4 in fantasy.

Robinson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

After being listed as a non-participant on five straight injury reports due to a hamstring issue, Robinson will miss a second consecutive contest. In Robinson's absence, Khalil Herbert will continue to serve as the No. 2 RB to Bijan Robinson.

Gainwell (hip) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Gainwell has gone DNP-limited-full this week in practice, so he should be in line to handle his normal role for a handful of touches Sunday against the Falcons. Gainwell hasn't even come close to producing the same statistical numbers he did last season in Pittsburgh, as he's been firmly planted behind Bucky Irving on the depth chart for Tampa Bay. Gainwell can probably be dropped in 12-team fantasy leagues.

Brown (ankle/knee) is questionable for Sunday's game at Miami, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel deemed Brown questionable after Friday's practice, in which the wideout didn't participate. Vrabel told reporters that Brown's knee flared up during Wednesday's practice and prevented him from finishing the session, per Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald. Brown then missed practice Thursday and Friday, putting his availability in serious doubt ahead of a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff at Miami on Sunday.

Robinson (hamstring) remained sidelined for Friday's practice, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Robinson looks likely to miss a second straight game, as he's yet to return to practice. Khalil Herbert should once again handle RB2 duties behind Bijan Robinson on Sunday against the Bucs.

McLaurin (knee) underwent surgery Friday to repair the torn patellar tendon in his left knee, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

The surgery was conducted in New York, and McLaurin has already been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season. His availability for the start of the 2027 campaign will also be in question, as the veteran wideout faces a lengthy rehab process. The Commanders will move forward with Stefon Diggs, Antonio Williams, Dyami Brown and Treylon Burks atop the wideout depth chart this season.

Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday that Pacheco (back) has a chance to return in late December, Justin Rogers of DetroitFootball.net reports.

Pacheco has been sidelined for the entirety of the regular season to this point after undergoing back surgery in September. Sione Vaki has been working as the Lions' clear RB2, though Jahmyr Gibbs has been a true workhorse out of the backfield. If Pacheco does return at the end of the regular season, it's hard to envision him having a big impact coming off back surgery.

Warren (groin) is good to go for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Mike Chappell of FOX59 reports.

Warren missed the past two games after suffering a groin injury during practice. The Colts have lost some talent since then, but they still have their key playmakers at the skill positions, apart from wideout Alec Pierce (IR - heel). Warren should see plenty of work Sunday if he stays healthy.

Egbuka (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Scott Smith of the Bucs' official site reports.

With the concussion no longer the issue, Egbuka's availability is now being dictated by his foot injury. His absence will force Tez Johnson and Ted Hurst into more snaps and targets alongside veteran slot man Chris Godwin. Egbuka's next chance to play will be Week 9 against the Bears. The Bucs then have their bye the following week.