Dallas, Texas — Week 6 of the 2024 NFL regular season is here, and as always, injuries are a hot topic across the league. The Dallas Cowboys are looking forward to a potential boost to their secondary this Sunday against the Detroit Lions with the possible return of All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland. After suffering a stress fracture in his foot during training camp, Bland has yet to see any action this year. However, he participated fully in practice on Wednesday, marking the first day of a 21-day practice window. Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy mentioned that Bland would “be on a pitch count” but would “mostly do everything” during practice.
On the other side of the quarterback position, Saints starter Derek Carr is expected to miss multiple games after suffering an oblique injury during Monday’s loss against the Chiefs. Rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler will step up and start in Carr’s absence this Sunday against the Buccaneers.
The trade rumors surrounding Raiders receiver Davante Adams are still swirling. Having missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, he is set to miss a third consecutive game against the Steelers this weekend.
Injuries are not limited to just these players. The 49ers are dealing with numerous injuries, as both Jordan Elliott (knee) and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (calf) are out. Good news has surfaced as tight end George Kittle (ribs) and linebacker Fred Warner (ankle) are expected to take the field.
Seattle is in a tough spot as they will be missing three defensive starters on Thursday night against the Rams. Running backs Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler sat out practice for Washington due to injuries. The Ravens and Chargers are also navigating through injuries, with both teams having multiple players absent from practice.
The season’s injury report has been lengthy, and several teams remain on edge as they prepare for the upcoming weekend’s action. Fans should keep a close watch on practice updates as teams finalize their game plans in the coming days.
