NFL Player News

Flannigan-Fowles (illness) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

The 29-year-old upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to a full practice session Friday, suggesting he's moved past his illness in time to play Sunday. Now fully healthy, Flannigan-Fowles is expected to operate as one of the Giants' top linebackers in Week 12.

Gordon (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

The Washington product upgraded from limited practice Thursday to a full go Friday, suggesting he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest. However, he must be activated to the Bears' active roster in order to suit up in Week 12. If Gordon returns Sunday, he'll likely operate as one of Chicago's top slot defenders.

Hunt is set to lead Kansas City's backfield Sunday against the Colts, as Isiah Pacheco (knee) has been ruled out.

Pacheco will miss a third consecutive game Sunday. Hunt has turned 26 touches into 117 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns during the first two games of Pacheco's absence. Brashard Smith and Elijah Mitchell remain on hand in backup roles. Hunt has seven total touchdowns this season, including four in his last three games.

Brisker (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

Brisker upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to full practice sessions Thursday and Friday, suggesting he's trending toward playing in the Week 12 matchup. The Penn State product has yet to miss a game this season, recording 49 total tackles and three passes defensed, including one interception, over 10 appearances. If active Sunday, he'll likely operate as the team's top strong safety.

Johnson (groin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

Johnson practiced in full both Thursday and Friday but must still be activated to the Bears' active roster in order to suit up in Week 12. He's an integral part of Chicago's defense, appearing in 17 games and recording 53 total tackles, eight passes defensed, including two interceptions, and one forced fumble in 2024. If Johnson returns Sunday, he'll likely operate as the Bears' top boundary corner.

Sewell (elbow) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

Sewell didn't practice all week after likely sustaining an elbow injury in the Bears' Week 11 win over the Vikings, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up Sunday. The Oregon product has been one of Chicago's top defenders this season, recording 55 total tackles and one forced fumble over nine appearances. While he's out in Week 12, expect D'Marco Jackson to have an expanded role in the Bears' linebacker corps.

Johnson (thumb) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

The third-year pro from Texas didn't practice all week and is now in line to miss his fourth game of the season Sunday. Johnson has played a depth role in Chicago's backfield this season, rushing twice for 17 yards across seven appearances. While he's sidelined in Week 12, D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai are expected to handle the Bears' rushing duties.

Homer (hamstring/knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

The Miami product downgraded from limited practice Wednesday to a DNP on Friday, so it's no surprise that he won't play in the Week 12 matchup. Homer has appeared in five games this season, contributing primarily on special teams (six offensive snaps, 86 special-teams snaps). With Homer and Roschon Johnson (thumb) both out Sunday, D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai are currently the only healthy running backs on Chicago's active roster.

Worthy (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Colts.

Worthy tended to an ankle injury last week but still suited up this past Sunday at Denver, logging a 76 percent snap share and gathering in three of five targets for 25 yards. After coach Andy Reid told Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site on Wednesday that Worthy tweaked his ankle, the second-year wide receiver followed a DNP/LP/FP practice regimen this week. Worthy's status for Week 12 will be confirmed about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Edwards (hand) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

The Wisconsin product is now in line to miss his third consecutive game due to a hand injury. Edwards has appeared in just five contests this season, recording 31 total tackles and three passes defensed. While he remains out in Week 12, expect Amen Ogbongbemiga to have a larger role on Chicago's defense.