Week 14 NFL injuries & key absences
As Week 14 of the NFL season unfolds, injuries continue to play a significant role in shaping the playoff picture. Major names like Breece Hall, Sauce Gardner, and CeeDee Lamb feature in this week’s injury report, alongside several other key players.
With playoff spots on the line, the following injury updates will be critical for teams vying for success. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of each matchup, highlighting key injuries and their potential impact.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The New Orleans Saints are missing some crucial players, particularly on offense and defense.
The New York Giants are heavily impacted by injuries across their roster.
The Saints will miss Taysom Hill’s dynamic presence, while the Giants’ secondary and defensive line take a hit with Banks, Okereke, and Nunez-Roches unavailable.
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Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The Jets face significant challenges due to injuries, particularly on defense.
Miami also has its share of injury concerns heading into the game.
The Jets are hampered by Mosley’s absence and the likely unavailability of Hall and Gardner. The Dolphins’ offensive line and rushing attack may be weakened if Armstead and Mostert can’t play.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The Falcons have multiple injuries across their lineup.
The Vikings face injuries in both their defensive and offensive units.
The Falcons’ running game takes a hit with McClellan out, while the Vikings lose Gilmore, leaving a gap in their secondary.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The Raiders’ lineup is significantly affected by injuries.
Tampa Bay’s injury list includes several notable players.
The Raiders lose depth in their secondary and backfield with Hobbs and White out. Tampa Bay’s defense may struggle with Britt and Hill unavailable.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The Cleveland Browns face a number of absences and question marks ahead of their game.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a relatively healthy roster with few notable concerns.
The Browns’ defense takes a hit with Hurst out, while the Steelers lose some depth on the defensive line with Adams sidelined. Pickens’ status could affect Pittsburgh’s passing game.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
The Jacksonville Jaguars deal with several injuries across their lineup.
The Tennessee Titans have multiple players on the injury report.
The Jaguars’ special teams are impacted with Cooke and Matiscik questionable, while the Titans’ offensive line faces challenges with Bruss and Duncan out.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 1:00 PM EST
Carolina Panthers list several key players ahead of the game.
The Philadelphia Eagles face notable injuries to key players.
The Panthers may struggle defensively if Clowney and Wonnum are unavailable, while the Eagles lose key offensive and special teams contributors with Goedert and Covey out.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 4:05 PM EST
The Seattle Seahawks have several players on the injury report.
The Arizona Cardinals report injuries to several defensive players.
Seattle’s offensive line depth is tested with Forsythe out, while Arizona’s defense could struggle with injuries to key linemen and cornerbacks.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 4:25 PM EST
The Chicago Bears face injuries to some key players.
The San Francisco 49ers report several injuries on both sides of the ball.
The Bears lose depth with Bates and Hicks unavailable, while the 49ers face challenges on defense with Bosa and Greenlaw sidelined.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 4:25 PM EST
The Buffalo Bills have a few notable injuries to monitor.
The Los Angeles Rams list several contributors on their injury report.
The Bills’ passing attack could suffer if Coleman and Kincaid are unavailable, while the Rams’ offensive line and tight end depth are tested.
Game Time: Sunday, December 8th, 8:20 PM EST
The Los Angeles Chargers face multiple injuries to key players.
The Kansas City Chiefs list fewer injuries compared to their opponent.
The Chargers’ defense takes a hit if Perryman and Jefferson are sidelined, while the Chiefs’ passing game may be limited if Hardman can’t play.
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Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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Taysom Hill | TE | Knee | DNP | Out |
Juwan Johnson | TE | LP | ||
Tanoh Kpassagnon | DE | Achilles | FP | Questionable |
Tyrann Mathieu | S | FP | ||
Erik McCoy | C | FP | ||
Bub Means | WR | Ankle | DNP | Out |
Kendre Miller | RB | Hamstring | FP | Questionable |
Foster Moreau | TE | FP | ||
Lucas Patrick | G | FP | ||
Cesar Ruiz | C | FP | ||
Nick Saldiveri | G | Knee | DNP | Out |
Pete Werner | LB | FP |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Deonte Banks | CB | Rib | DNP | Out |
Dane Belton | S | LP | ||
DJ Davidson | DT | Shoulder | LP | Doubtful |
Tommy DeVito | QB | FP | ||
Jermaine Eluemunor | T | Quadricep | LP | Doubtful |
Bryce Ford-Wheaton | WR | FP | ||
Chris Hubbard | T | Knee | DNP | Questionable |
Dyontae Johnson | LB | Ankle | FP | Questionable |
Malik Nabers | WR | Hip | DNP | Questionable |
Evan Neal | T | Hip | LP | Questionable |
Tyler Nubin | S | LP | ||
Rakeem Nunez-Roches | DT | Neck, Shoulder | DNP | Out |
Bobby Okereke | LB | Back | DNP | Out |
Andru Phillips | CB | Shoulder | DNP | Questionable |
Jordon Riley | DT | Knee | LP | Questionable |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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Olumuyiwa Fashanu | T | Toe | LP | Questionable |
Sauce Gardner | CB | Hamstring | DNP | Doubtful |
Breece Hall | RB | Knee | DNP | Doubtful |
Allen Lazard | WR | FP | ||
Morgan Moses | T | Knee, Shoulder | LP | Questionable |
C.J. Mosley | LB | Neck | DNP | Out |
Xavier Newman-Johnson | G | Groin | LP | Questionable |
Wes Schweitzer | G | FP | ||
John Simpson | G | FP | ||
Qwan’tez Stiggers | CB | Illness | FP | Questionable |
Alijah Vera-Tucker | G | Ankle | LP | Questionable |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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Terron Armstead | T | Knee | DNP | Questionable |
Calais Campbell | DE | DNP | ||
Bradley Chubb | LB | Knee | LP | Questionable |
Blake Ferguson | LS | Illness | FP | Questionable |
Kendall Fuller | CB | FP | ||
Cameron Goode | LB | Knee | LP | Questionable |
Tyreek Hill | WR | FP | ||
Alec Ingold | FB | FP | ||
Benito Jones | DT | FP | ||
Kader Kohou | CB | Back | LP | Questionable |
Kendall Lamm | T | FP | ||
Raheem Mostert | RB | Hip | LP | Questionable |
Jordan Poyer | S | FP | ||
Anthony Walker | LB | Hamstring | FP | Questionable |
Isaiah Wynn | G | FP |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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Troy Andersen | LB | FP | ||
Zach Harrison | DE | FP | ||
Mike Hughes | CB | Neck | FP | Questionable |
Grady Jarrett | DT | DNP | ||
Matthew Judon | LB | LP | ||
Kevin King | CB | LP | ||
Nate Landman | LB | FP | ||
Chris Lindstrom | G | FP | ||
Drake London | WR | LP | ||
Jake Matthews | T | LP | ||
Jase McClellan | RB | Knee | DNP | Out |
Kaleb McGary | T | LP | ||
Darnell Mooney | WR | LP | ||
David Onyemata | DT | DNP | ||
Ruke Orhorhoro | DE | Ankle | FP | Questionable |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jonathan Bullard | DT | FP | ||
Blake Cashman | LB | FP | ||
Andrew DePaola | LS | Hand | FP | Questionable |
Stephon Gilmore | CB | Hamstring | DNP | Out |
Patrick Jones II | DE | Knee | LP | Questionable |
Josh Oliver | TE | FP | ||
Harrison Phillips | DT | Back | LP | Questionable |
Will Reichard | K | Right Quadricep | FP | Questionable |
Dalton Risner | G | Back | FP | Questionable |
Harrison Smith | S | DNP | ||
Andrew Van Ginkel | DE | Thigh | LP | Questionable |
Jay Ward | S | FP |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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Ameer Abdullah | RB | FP | ||
Nate Hobbs | CB | Ankle | DNP | Out |
Alexander Mattison | RB | Ankle | LP | Questionable |
Jordan Meredith | G | FP | ||
Jakobi Meyers | WR | Ankle | LP | Questionable |
Aidan O’Connell | QB | FP | ||
Justin Shorter | TE | Back | DNP | Doubtful |
Zamir White | RB | Quadricep | DNP | Out |
Player | Position | Injuries | Practice Status | Game Status |
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K.J. Britt | LB | Ankle | DNP | Out |
Lavonte David | LB | LP | ||
Mike Edwards | S | Hamstring | DNP | Out |
Mike Evans | WR | LP | ||
Greg Gaines | DT | FP | ||
William Gholston | DE | FP | ||
Josh Hayes | CB | Hamstring | LP | Questionable |
Troy Hill | CB | Foot, Knee | DNP | Out |
Bucky Irving | RB | Hip, Back | LP | Questionable |
Baker Mayfield | QB | FP | ||
Anthony Nelson | LB | FP | ||
Trey Palmer | WR | Hip | LP | Questionable |
J.J. Russell | LB | Hamstring | FP | Questionable |
Tykee Smith | S | Knee | FP | Questionable |
Joe Tryon-Shoyinka | LB | Ankle | FP | Questionable |
Markees Watts | LB | Knee | FP | Out |
Tristan Wirfs | T | LP |
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Understanding NFL injury designations: Before each game, NFL teams share their final injury reports, labeling players as questionable, doubtful, or out. Throughout the week, practice statuses—DNP (Did Not Participate), LP (Limited Participation), and FP (Full Participation)—offer clues about a player’s potential availability for game day.
Note: Injury updates can change quickly, so stay tuned for the latest details and announcements!
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