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Martinez was elevated from the 49ers' practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

Martinez signed with the 49ers' practice squad after failing to make the Jets' 53-man roster in late August. Brock Purdy (shoulder) and Kurtis Rourke (knee) are both expected to miss San Francisco's Week 2 matchup against the Saints, so Martinez's signing ensures depth at quarterback. He's expected to back up Mac Jones on Sunday.

Molden (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Raiders.

Molden was unable to practice all week due to a hamstring injury likely sustained in the Chargers' Week 1 win against the Chiefs, making it no surprise that he'll be unavailable in Week 2. The Washington product played as one of Los Angeles' top defensive backs in 2024, tallying 75 total tackles and seven passes defended, including three interceptions, over 15 regular-season appearances. R.J. Mickens and Kendall Williamson are projected to serve as the Chargers' top reserve safeties with Molden sidelined Monday night.

Prentice will be elevated to Denver's active roster form its practice squad for Sunday's matchup versus the Colts, Luca Evans of The Denver Post reports.

Prentice will now serve as the team's fullback for the second straight week, as he was also elevated ahead of the team's Week 1 victory over the Titans. He will now be eligible to be elevated two more times this season.

Perryman (ankle) won't play in the Chargers' matchup against the Raiders on Monday night.

The veteran inside linebacker was unable to practice all week after sustaining a high-ankle sprain in the Chargers' Week 1 win over the Chiefs, so it's no surprise he'll be sidelined again Monday. Perryman is an integral part of Los Angeles' defense, recording 55 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, over 11 regular-season contests in 2024. Troy Dye is expected to see increased defensive work as a rotational inside linebacker while Perryman is out in Week 2.

Deguara was elevated from the Cardinals' practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

Deguara signed with Arizona's practice squad after failing to make the initial 53-man roster in late August, but he's now set to join the active roster ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers. The Cincinnati product will provide the Cardinals with additional tight end depth due to Tip Reiman (foot) being sidelined in Week 2.

Powers-Jackson (concussion) has been ruled out for Las Vegas' matchup versus the Chargers on Monday, Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee reports.

Powers-Jackson suffered a concussion earlier in the week and will now be forced to miss Monday's matchup. He will need to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to be eligible to make his return. In his absence, Alex Cappa will likely start at right guard.

Morrison (quadriceps) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Texans, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Head coach Todd Bowles told reporters Friday that he was optimistic Morrison could suit up for the Buccaneers in Week 2, but he's officially listed as questionable. The 2025 second-round pick from Notre Dame appears to be trending toward making his NFL debut Monday night after practicing in full all week. However, if he's unable to go, Josh Hayes figures to serve as Tampa Bay's top reserve outside corner.

Goedeke (foot) is questionable for Monday's matchup versus the Texans, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Goedeke popped up on the injury report earlier this week with a foot injury. If he ends up being unable to play, Charlie Heck will get the start in his place. Tampa Bay could be without both starting tackles for Monday's matchup, as Tristan Wirfs has already been ruled out with a knee injury.

Izien (oblique) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Texans, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

The second-year safety from Rutgers missed the Buccaneers' Week 1 win due to an oblique injury, but he's got a chance to return Monday. Izien practiced in full all week, suggesting he's trending toward playing in the Week 2 affair. However, if the 25-year-old is unable to suit up, expect Kaevon Merriweather to serve as Tampa Bay's top reserve safety.

The Saints placed Blackmon (shoulder) on injured reserve Saturday, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

The first-year Saint sustained a torn labrum in the Week 1 loss to the Cardinals, so it's no surprise he moved to IR on Saturday. Blackmon was one of New Orleans' top defensive playmakers in Week 1, recording seven total tackles and one pass defended across 61 defensive snaps. With Blackmon likely out for the remainder of the season, Jonas Sanker projects to start at free safety.