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49ers to start Jones vs. Falcons; Purdy out again
Niners coach Kyle Shanahan said Mac Jones will step into the starting quarterback role again against Atlanta as Brock Purdy's return from a toe ailment will have to wait at least another week.
Nick Wagoner Oct 17, 2025
Bears RB Swift, WR Moore set to play vs. Saints
Bears running back D'Andre Swift says he will play against the Saints despite a groin injury, and wide receiver DJ Moore does not carry an injury designation after being hospitalized earlier in the we...
Courtney Cronin Oct 17, 2025
Cincy hopes benching gets Taylor-Britt 'to respond'
The Bengals made cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt a healthy scratch for the team's 33-31 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday -- although they hope that inspires him to "go on a great run here."
Ben Baby Oct 17, 2025
NFL Films' deleted Branch video draws Lions' ire
Lions players took offense to an NFL Films video that was released, then deleted, on social media involving suspended safety Brian Branch, claiming it was overly critical.
Eric Woodyard Oct 17, 2025
Colts WR Downs, CB Ward out with concussions
The Colts have ruled out a pair of starters with concussions, wide receiver Josh Downs and cornerback Charvarius Ward, for Sunday's road game against the Chargers.
Stephen Holder Oct 17, 2025
WR McCloud leaves Falcons for 'private' matter
The Falcons have sent wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III home, and he will not play against the 49ers.
Marc Raimondi Oct 17, 2025
Vikings to start Wentz vs. Eagles; McCarthy QB3
Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz will make his fourth consecutive start Sunday against the Eagles, according to coach Kevin O'Connell, who added that J.J. McCarthy will be designated as the emergency ...
Kevin Seifert Oct 17, 2025
Chiefs WR Rice 'sharp' in practice ahead of debut
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice performed well in his first practice week since finishing his six-game suspension, setting himself up to play a sizable number of snaps in Sunday's game against the Raiders...
Nate Taylor Oct 17, 2025
NFLPA promises 'player-driven' director search
As the NFLPA seeks to replace former executive director Lloyd Howell, union president Jalen Reeves-Maybin told players in a letter that this search will be "player-driven."
Kalyn Kahler Oct 17, 2025
Browns rule out tight end Njoku with knee injury
The Browns have ruled out tight end David Njoku against the Dolphins with a knee injury.
Daniel Oyefusi Oct 17, 2025