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9/26/22
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NFL Week 3 News and Notes
Saturday, Sept. 24
Dobbins to Make Season Debut
Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins is expected to make his season debut Sunday against the Patriots. Dobbins suffered several leg injuries that sidelined him during the 2021 season.
Bakhtiari Back in Action?
Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari is expected to make his season debut Sunday against the Buccaneers. Bakhtiari has battled lingering knee injuries over the past few seasons.
Hyde Placed Out for Season (Neck)
Rams safety Micah Hyde is out for the season after being placed on injured reserve Saturday. Hyde sustained a neck injury in the Bills Week 2 win against the Titans.
Lewan Out for Season (Knee)
Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan is out for the season with a knee injury. Lewan sustained this season-ending knee injury in the Titans Week 2 loss to the Bills.
Gordon Elevated From Practice Squad
Bills wide receiver Josh Gordon and offensive lineman Jordan Roos have been elevated from the practice squad. Both players will revert back to the practice squad following the Bills Week 3 matchup against the Raiders.
Jefferson Placed on IR (Knee)
Rams place wide receiver Van Jefferson on injured reserve. Jefferson will miss at least the next four weeks with a knee injury.
Watkins Placed on IR (Hamstring)
Packers place wide receiver Sammy Watkins on injured reserve. Watkins will miss at least the next four weeks with a hamstring injury.
Friday, Sept. 23
George Kittle No Longer on 49ers Injury Report
After missing the first two games, Kittle is expected to make his season debut on Sunday, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He was dealing with a groin injury that kept him out against the Bears and Seahawks.
Thursday, Sept. 22
Justin Herbert Is Throwing at Practice
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was seen throwing at practice on Thursday, NFL Media reported. Herbert suffered a fracture in his rib cartilage during the team's 27-24 loss to Kansas City last Thursday. Coach Brandon Staley said Herbert was still "day to day" when he spoke to reporters on Wednesday.
The Chargers play the Jaguars at home on Sunday.
Jason Pierre-Paul to Sign With Baltimore Ravens
The former Buccaneers and Giants pass rusher will join the Ravens, per CBS Sports' Josina Anderson. The former All-Pro has 91.5 sacks in 165 career games and will provide an immediate boost to a Ravens pass rush that needs some depth with both second-round pick David Ojabo and Daelin Hayes on injured reserve.
Pierre-Paul's contract is for one year and worth 5.5 million, according to NFL Media.
Christian McCaffrey (ankle) Added to Panthers Injury Report
McCaffrey was added to the injury report after being limited in practice on Thursday, per ESPN's Field Yates. Yesterday, McCaffrey was still feeling some lingering soreness after Sunday's game against the Giants, and the Panthers expect him to play this week against the Saints.
Jerry Jeudy (shoulder) Misses Second-Consecutive Practice
The Denver Broncos wide receiver missed practice for a second-straight day, per 9NEWS' Mike Klis. Jeudy was seen on the sidelines in full gear and playing catch. This comes after leaving Sunday's game against the Houston Texans with a shoulder injury, which coach Nathaniel Hackett described as "day to day."
Myles Garrett Will Play Thursday Night, Jadeveon Clowney Out
Cleveland Browns star pass rusher Myles Garrett will suit up for Thursday night's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to NFL Media. However, Garrett's rushing counterpart Jadeveon Clowney will miss the contest with an ankle injury.
The Browns are coming off a heartbreaking loss to the New York Jets on Sunday, blowing a late fourth-quarter lead as Kevin Stefanski and company wait for the return of quarterback Deshaun Watson following his 11-game suspension.
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