Los Angeles – As the NFL gears up for Week 5 of the 2024 season, injuries continue to haunt teams, raising concerns for players, fans, and fantasy football enthusiasts alike. Here’s a look at the latest injury updates from around the league.
Starting with the Buccaneers, veteran wide receiver Mike Evans has been nursing a knee and calf issue but is not listed on the injury report for this week. However, the team will be without fellow receivers McMillan and Palmer, prompting Sterling Shepard to step in as the WR3. Furthermore, starting right tackle Goedeke is out, marking his third consecutive week on the sidelines.
Over in Atlanta, running back Bijan Robinson practiced fully on Wednesday, indicating he will be ready for Thursday night’s game after dealing with a hamstring injury earlier in the week. In contrast, quarterback Aaron Rodgers of the Jets has a minor knee issue but was limited in practice, thus raising no significant alarms.
The Bears are facing challenges as Kmet and Sweat were limited during practice, while other injured players were unable to participate. Similarly, the Panthers continue to monitor running back Johnson, who missed Wednesday’s session due to an ankle injury.
Cleveland fans are keeping a close eye on running back Nick Chubb, who returned to practice after a severe knee injury last September. Though he is not expected to play this week, his progress is promising. David Njoku, coming off a high ankle sprain, also returned to practice, though several other players missed practice.
As for the Dolphins, Mostert is looking to return after practicing on a limited basis over the past weeks. Meanwhile, Beckham also participated in practice for the first time as a Dolphin, but it’s still uncertain whether he will play this Sunday. The team did suffer a major loss with Jaelan Phillips ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury.
In New York, the Giants are dealing with a concussion for rookie Malik Nabers, who had an impressive week in their last game, pulling in 12 of 15 targets. He missed practice on Wednesday and must clear the concussion protocol before returning. The outlook is equally bleak for running back Singletary, who is dealing with a groin issue.
The Rams and Packers are also managing their injuries carefully, with Kupp still out and Watson‘s status up in the air after a high ankle sprain. Meanwhile, Cooks from the Cowboys is battling an infection post-surgery, casting doubt on his availability.
This week’s injury report highlights the fragility of NFL rosters, where each team must adapt to overcome the key player absences. Fans are eagerly waiting for kickoff, hoping their favorite stars will return strong and healthy.
