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Curl is dealing with some ankle soreness in the aftermath of the Rams' 27-7 Week 1 loss to the 49ers, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Curl should be fine, but there is a chance the free safety will start preparing for Week 2 against the Giants as a limited participant. The safety logged 94 percent or more of the defensive snaps for the Rams in every single 2025 contest, so the chance of a minor injury slowing Curl down seem low.

Vidal played five snaps (four on offense, one on special teams) and didn't show up on the box score otherwise during the Chargers' 26-14 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.

Vidal was an afterthought in the Chargers' plans on offense, with Omarion Hampton (32 snaps) and Keaton Mitchell (17) collectively getting the bulk of the backfield work Week 1. Vidal also wasn't used as a returner, though that could change for Week 2 against the Raiders on Sept. 20 if Derius Davis (undisclosed) is ruled out for that contest.

Allen (head) was able to finish the Week 1 loss to the 49ers after being evaluated for a concussion, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Allen exited early in the contest with a potential concussion, but the fact he returned to the contest indicates he was cleared by an independent neurologist. Allen should be ready to practice throughout Week 2 prep and suit up for next Monday night's game against the Giants.

Gadsden caught both of his targets for 32 yards during the Chargers' 26-14 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.

Gadsden's 10 snaps on offense were a distant third among Chargers tight ends behind Charlie Kolar and David Njoku (30 each), with Gadsden also seeing the field for eight snaps on special teams. The second-year tight end did connect with Justin Herbert on a 26-yard pass in the second quarter, and Gadsden could see his role in the passing game expand Week 2 against the Raiders if wide receiver Ladd McConkey (ribs) were to be sidelined.

Epps returned to Sunday's win over the Commanders after missing most of the first quarter with a shoulder injury, E.J. Smith of allphly.com reports.

The safety played 50 defensive snaps and five more on special teams, recording seven tackles (five solo). Epps should be good to continue in his starting role Sunday against the Titans.

Darnold (glute) is dealing with a "very unique" soft-tissue injury, but his hip joint is unaffected, and the issue is considered short term, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Darnold appears to be dealing with a less serious issue than initially feared, as the injury isn't structural and isn't to his hip. The veteran QB still doesn't have a firm return timeline, but the latest update supports the expectation that his absence should be brief. While Darnold is out, Drew Lock is expected to direct Seattle's offense.

Mahogany (knee) underwent imaging, which came back negative, following Sunday's 31-30 overtime win over the Saints, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.

Mahogany suffered a lower-body injury in the first half of the team's Week 1 victory, and he was unable to return to the contest. The offensive lineman was ruled out with a knee injury, and the imaging results appear to have ruled out any significant damage to the knee. Head coach Dan Campbell explained that the offensive lineman isn't "out of the woods" quite yet though, stating that Mahogany may be dealing with a hip injury instead. The Lions are set to face the Bills on Thursday night in Buffalo, so Mahogany may have a tough time being available for Week 2.

Njoku caught five passes on as many targets for 58 yards during the Chargers' 26-14 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.

Njoku's 30 snaps on offense were tied with Charlie Kolar for most among Chargers tight ends, yet it was the former that was more heavily involved in the passing game, co-leading the team in catches while finishing second in both targets and yards behind wideout Ladd McConkey (ribs). Four of Njoku's five catches went for 10-plus yards, with three of those receptions resulting in first downs. Njoku's role in the Chargers' passing attack could expand for Week 2 against the Raiders this Sunday if McConkey isn't cleared to play.

Trotter produced 11 tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks and two total tackles for loss, and added a pass defensed for a 38-yard pick-six during Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Bengals.

Despite a disappointing season-opening loss, Trotter had a field day. The linebacker was a disruptive force, producing a game-high tackle total. Trotter also recorded a late third-quarter pick-six on Joe Burrow that narrowed the Buccaneers' deficit to a touchdown at the time. The second-round rookie out of Missouri put together an outstanding first game, with Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reporting that Trotter is the only player since sacks became an official stat in 1982 to record a sack and a pick-six in his NFL debut.

Hooker was diagnosed with a forearm fracture after undergoing tests Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The safety left Sunday's loss to the Giants in the fourth quarter and did not return. He seems likely to miss at least two weeks, according to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News. P.J. Locke and Markquese Bell would be the next two up at safety if Hooker has to sit for an extended period.