NFL Player News

Wilson (knee) is considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.

Wilson, who approached Week 7 action with a doubtful designation, was predictably inactive for the Jets' loss to the Panthers, but as the wideout distances himself from the hyperextended knee he sustained in Week 6, it's possible he could rejoin the mix this weekend. A return to practice in the coming days, in any capacity, would support that notion after Wilson logged three straight DNPs last week.

Milano (pectoral) will practice in a limited fashion Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Milano missed the Bills' Week 6 loss to the Falcons after aggravating his pectoral injury the game prior. However, he's returned to limited practice Wednesday following Buffalo's Week 7 bye. The veteran linebacker's practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can suit up Sunday, when the Bills face the Panthers.

Bills coach Sean McDermott said Palmer (knee, ankle) will not practice Wednesday, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Palmer's absence from practice is no surprise, given that he's been labeled week-to-week after suffering an ankle injury that forced him out of Buffalo's loss to the Falcons in Week 6 early. The veteran wideout has a chance to suit up Sunday against the Panthers if he's able to resume practicing on at least a limited basis Thursday and/or Friday.

Taylor, who is a candidate to start Sunday's game against the Bengals, is considered day-to-day with a knee injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Meanwhile, coach Aaron Glenn noted Wednesday that he doesn't want to reveal his Week 8 starting QB for competitive reasons, per Eric Allen of the Jets' official site. With Taylor now managing a knee issue, the QB's upcoming practice participation is slated to add context with regard to his status, but if available this weekend, Taylor could supplant Justin Fields as the 0-7 Jets' starting signal-caller.

Bennett (undisclosed) was designated to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday.

The third-year pro from Maryland has missed the Eagles' last four games due to an undisclosed issue, but it now appears he's nearing a return. Bennett, a first-year Eagle, played 48 total snaps (24 on defense, 20 on special teams) over Philadelphia's first three contests, recording six total tackles and one pass defended. He now has 21 days to be added to the team's active roster before reverting to IR and is expected to serve as a depth piece in the secondary once fully healthy.

Williams (shoulder) was designated to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday.

The Murray State product has been sidelined for the Jets' last four games after sustaining a shoulder injury during the Week 3 loss to the Buccaneers. However, his practice window opened Wednesday, and he now has 21 days to be added to the team's active roster before reverting to IR. Williams is an integral part of the Jets' defense, recording 116 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, four passes defended and four forced fumbles over 17 games in 2024. When fully healthy, he's expected to operate as one of the Jets' top linebackers.

Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Samuel (heel) is "trending right" for Monday's game against the Chiefs, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Quinn said that Samuel and Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) are both expected to practice throughout Week 8 as Monday's road matchup at Kansas City approaches. Washington's first official practice report will be released Thursday, at which point Samuel is on track to be listed as at least a limited participant. He wasn't able to suit up Week 7 versus the Cowboys despite having played through his heel injury the prior two games. Meanwhile, the status of quarterback Jayden Daniels (hamstring) remains uncertain, meaning Marcus Mariota could step into the starting lineup versus the Chiefs.

Irving (foot/shoulder) is not participating in the early portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

The Buccaneers are holding a walkthrough practice Wednesday, but it doesn't appear Irving is yet ready to resume handling on-field reps. He's missed three consecutive games due to lingering foot and shoulder injuries and has been held out of practice throughout that span. If Irving can get back on the field as at least a limited participant ahead of Sunday's road matchup against the Saints he could have a chance at returning to action, but it's worth noting that Tampa Bay will benefit from a Week 9 bye, meaning the team could be motivated to allow the second-year running back to rest further.

Godwin (lower leg) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Godwin hasn't practiced since suffering a fibula injury Week 5 against the Buccaneers, and he's since missed back-to-back games. With the Buccaneers set to go on bye Week 9, the team could take a cautious approach to Godwin's health and hold him out again during Sunday's road matchup against the Saints. With Mike Evans (collarbone) expected to miss most of the season due to a broken collarbone suffered during Monday's 24-9 loss to the Lions, Godwin's long-term health has become an increasingly crucial factor for Tampa Bay.

Njoku (knee) is in line to return to practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Njoku seems to have a fair chance at returning to action Sunday on the road against New England, after coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that he remains "day-to-day." The veteran tight end is recovering from a knee injury sustained Week 6, and he didn't practice at all prior to being ruled out for Week 7. As such, he might need to resume practicing in full before being cleared to return to the lineup.