The NFL's Week 6 is here, and with it comes a host of injury updates and player availability news. Let's dive right in!
The Big Question: Who's In, Who's Out?
In a season plagued by injuries, the NFL's biggest stars have been hit hard. Lamar Jackson, the Ravens' star quarterback, is out for his second consecutive game due to a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, the 49ers' Brock Purdy is also sidelined with a toe injury.
But here's where it gets controversial: Kyler Murray, the Arizona Cardinals' quarterback, was a game-time decision due to a foot injury. And the verdict is in - he's officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts. Jacoby Brissett steps in as the starter for Arizona, a decision that was hinted at throughout the week.
While Jackson's absence is felt in Baltimore, the Ravens can take solace in the fact that wide receiver Zay Flowers, who was questionable with a shoulder injury, will be suiting up for the 1 p.m. games. Similarly, Christian Gonzalez, the Patriots' cornerback, and Shedeur Sanders, the Browns' quarterback, are both active and ready to make an impact.
And this is the part most people miss: Saints running back Alvin Kamara, who was listed as questionable with an ankle injury, is not on the inactive report and will be taking the field. A huge relief for Saints fans!
For the 4 p.m. games, there's still some uncertainty. Ja'Marr Chase, the Bengals' wide receiver, is questionable due to an illness, but he's expected to play. Jauan Jennings, the 49ers' wide receiver, is also questionable with an ankle and rib injury.
Stay tuned as we bring you the latest injury updates throughout Sunday's games. We'll keep you in the loop!
Live Updates:
- Anthony Richardson, initially thought to be a healthy scratch due to an eye injury, is now confirmed to be active for the Colts.
- Alvin Kamara of the Saints is officially active and will play against the Patriots.
- Rico Dowdle gets the start for the Panthers against the Cowboys.
- No Rob Haverstein for the Rams in their game against the Ravens.
- Calvin Austin III is inactive for the Steelers in their matchup against the Browns.
- Christian Gonzalez of the Patriots is active and ready to go.
- The Seahawks will be without Devon Witherspoon and Riq Woolen in their game against the Jaguars.
- Patrick Ricard, who was questionable for the Ravens, is inactive against the Rams.
- No surprises for the Dolphins or Chargers, with both teams' inactives as expected.
- Shedeur Sanders is active as the QB2 for the Browns against the Steelers.
- Quinton Johnson is inactive for the Chargers in their game against the Dolphins.
- The Cowboys will be without CeeDee Lamb and Tyler Booker in their game against the Panthers.
- No surprises for the Jaguars in their matchup against the 49ers.
- As expected, Kyler Murray is inactive for the Cardinals, with Jacoby Brissett starting.
- Anthony Richardson is a healthy scratch for the Colts.
- We're still awaiting confirmation on whether Quentin Johnston will play for the Jets against the Broncos.
- Jonah Elliss is out for the Broncos in their game against the Jets.
Stay tuned for more updates as the games unfold! Who do you think will make the biggest impact this week? Let's discuss in the comments!
