NFL Player News

It’s the worst possible news but not surprising after the way Kearse went down. The 29-year-old’s 2019 is over. Kearse had been fighting for No. 4 duties in the Lions’ run-first offense. The Lions have little of note behind Kenny Golladay, Marvin Jones and Danny Amendola. Coming off a dismal 2018 where he averaged just 10.0 yards on 37 catches as a Jet, Kearse’s NFL career is winding down. This injury could sadly force him out of the league.

Fellow defensive tackle B.J. Hill (Achilles) was also held out of practice. He missed Week 2 and looks likely to sit for at least one more game. Cincy signed Allen to a two-year deal in the offseason. He has already made a big impact with one sack in each of his first two games.

Burns, 28, has had poor injury luck in recent seasons. He currently accounts for three quarterback pressures and three tackles. The Giants field a deep pass-rushing unit, though, so their D/ST should be okay against the Titans in Week 3.

Charbonnet still has to sit out two more games while on the PUP list, but he’s eligible to have his three-week practice window opened. That won’t happen this week, though it doesn’t give us much info on his return timeline. Macdonald previously said Charbonnet remained on track with his aggressive timetable, which is, again, rather vague. Fantasy managers with an IR spot can consider stashing Charbonnet, but he’s not worth the roster spot otherwise.

Bailey should be good to go for Week 3. Fellow Jets EDGE Joseph Ossai (foot) is limited to begin the week, and S Minkah Fitzpatrick (groin) remains sidelined. The Lions’ offensive line is banged up. Having both pass rushers available would be helpful.

Tagovailoa joins a jumbled Falcons backup quarterback group for Thursday Night Football. He does not need to be rostered in 12-team leagues. The Falcons will start QB Michael Penix (knee).

Ekeler worked out for the Panthers today. Kaye noted that the workout went well, so it’s possible Ekeler lands with the team in the future. With Jonathon Brooks (groin) on injured reserve, the Panthers need to make an addition or two at running back, even just for some extra depth. Regardless of who they sign, Chuba Hubbard is set for a workhorse role for the foreseeable future.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said West suffered a bone chip in his knee. The injury will require surgery. He is expected to return this season. The 49ers correspondingly signed DT Naquan Jones to the active roster and DT Viliami Fehoko to the practice squad, and released CB Jakob Robinson.

Lloyd was one of the Panthers’ premier free agent additions this offseason, and he’s already proven to be worth the investment. Lloyd terrorized the Falcons in Week 2 with a sack and two interceptions, one of which was a pick-six. Fellow free agent acquisition Jaelan Phillips was also absent from practice today. He is dealing with a back injury. Though the Browns aren’t a particularly good offense right now, it would still be a massive boon for them if Lloyd and Phillips are out for Week 3.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Monday that Evans would have to be managed this week. Sitting out on Wednesday is hardly surprising and not overly concerning. The 33-year-old wide receiver missed plenty of practice this summer and has looked great thus far. As long as he’s back at it by Friday, we are not concerned.