Injuries Pile Up as NFL Teams Prepare for Week 4
As the NFL gears up for Week 4, several teams are facing significant injury concerns that could impact their upcoming games. In Los Angeles, the Chargers are holding their breath after quarterback Justin Herbert exited their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with an ankle injury. X-rays on Herbert’s right ankle returned negative, but his status remains uncertain for the critical showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins are experiencing quarterback struggles of their own. After losing starter Tua Tagovailoa to a concussion, backup Skylar Thompson was thrust into action only to leave with a rib injury during their loss to the Seattle Seahawks. With Thompson classified as “day-to-day,” the Dolphins may turn to freshly acquired quarterback Tyler Huntley as they prepare for their Monday Night Football match against the Tennessee Titans.
The Green Bay Packers are also managing a crucial injury situation, with quarterback Jordan Love recovering from a knee issue. Coach Matt LaFleur stated that Love will be limited in practice this week as the Packers are set to face the undefeated Minnesota Vikings.
In the running back department, Najee Harris of the Pittsburgh Steelers is reportedly dealing with an arm injury, but head coach Mike Tomlin expressed confidence that Harris would be ready for the upcoming matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Cincinnati Bengals are missing Joe Mixon after he sustained an ankle injury in Week 2, which kept him sidelined against the Houston Texans. Another player of concern is DeVonta Smith of the Philadelphia Eagles, who left the game against the New Orleans Saints with a concussion following a heavy hit. Additionally, Trey McBride is now in concussion protocol after a head-to-head collision with Lions safety Brian Branch.
As teams finalize their preparations for Week 4, keeping an eye on injury reports will be essential, considering the implications these injuries could have on each team’s performance.
