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Running Back

*** Saturday Update *** RB Jerious Norwood (ATL) Falcons' offensive coaches have been trying to figure out how to unleash Jerious Norwood. "He's shown that he's able to make big plays for us," HC Bobby Petrino said. "We have to give him more opportunities and more touches. I think we're still waiting for him to have that breakout game. I think it's just the number of touches. He needs more touches."

*** Saturday Update *** RB Travis Henry (DEN) With Travis Henry facing the potential of a yearlong suspension for violating the NFL's drug policy, both he and the Broncos have now put his fate in the hands of the legal system in a battle over the league's testing procedures. "It's funny how a lot of things get blown out of proportion before everybody knows what happened," Broncos wide receiver Javon Walker said. "The people will see and he'll be with us the whole year and try to finish this thing strong. People out there don't know everything he knows. It's funny how they put out the worst first instead of the good. We already know what the situation is, and that will be put out at a later date and everybody will understand." Henry, who is in a legal dispute with the NFL about a positive drug test, said Friday he was advised by his attorney not to comment on anything other than football matters. HC Mike Shanahan, too, said he would not comment on the specifics of either Henry's legal battle or the potential for a suspension.

Henry met with Shanahan Thursday night at Shanahan's home. "I don't want to discuss it," Henry said of the meeting. "The NFL told me not to discuss nothing. And what I discussed with him, it's personal." "I talked to Travis last night when I got home from work, he was over at my house," Shanahan said. "I talked to him for a half-hour, an hour, somewhere in that area. I can't go into any detail because of the NFL policy. Sometime I will go into detail what the conversation was about, give you a little bit more insight."

Shanahan said if Henry's right ankle and right knee allow him to play Sunday against the San Diego Chargers, he will be in uniform and in the lineup for the game. Henry practiced with the team Friday. "I'm going to play Sunday," Henry said.

*** Saturday Update *** RB Brandon Jacobs (NYG) is ready to play, but he's also ready to share carries with Derrick Ward. "Just look around the league," Jacobs said this week. "Every team has two backs. D-Ward is a very good back. We're going to utilize both of us when things are right. (The coaches) see that D-Ward is capable of being very productive. They know that I can go out and do the same thing. Why waste talent? Why waste the talent we have?"

*** Saturday Update *** RB Najeh Davenport (PIT) Police have questioned Najeh Davenport about his involvement in a domestic dispute involving the mother of his 5 year old child. Allegations of domestic violence were made involving Davenport in three 911 calls, police Lt. Thomas Stacho said. City prosecutors will review the findings to determine if charges will be filed.

Wide Receiver

*** Saturday Update *** WR Anquan Boldin (ARI) is listed as doubtful. Boldin did not practice all week and could be a game-time decision. "I think it's more about how he feels," Whisenhunt said. "But you don't ever want to say a guy like that's not going to play. He's too tough that you can't just say he's out."

*** Saturday Update *** WR Steve Smith (CAR) injured his leg toward the end of Friday's practice, but HC John Fox doesn't believe it is serious. "It was one play and he was limited," Fox said. "But we think he's fine." Smith was seen walking back to the locker room and didn't appear to be limping.

*** Saturday Update *** WR Javon Walker (DEN) said he will be back on the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 21. "Yes, that's the game I'll be back," Walker said Friday. HC Mike Shanahan determined that Walker, the team's No. 1 receiver, will not play against the visiting San Diego Chargers today because of a lingering knee problem. Walker didn't play at Indianapolis. Shanahan said Friday when Walker didn't practice for the third straight day that he wouldn't play. Brandon Stokley, the team's No. 3 receiver, will start in Walker's place for the second straight game.

*** Saturday Update *** WR Calvin Johnson (DET) practiced all week and is expected to play Sunday against the Redskins. "It's feeling pretty good," Johnson said of his back on Friday. Johnson is listed as questionable.

*** Saturday Update *** WR David Givens (TEN) is still rehabbing from a left knee injury suffered last November and it doesn't appear he'll be back this season. Givens is rehabbing at the clinic of Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Alabama. Givens is eligible to be taken off the PUP list later this fall, but it's becoming likely that his return target will be next year's training camp.

*** Saturday Update *** WR Santana Moss (WAS) There was a bounce in Santana Moss' step yesterday. "I feel great," the Washington Redskins' No. 1 receiver said yesterday after he missed practice again but ran routes for the first time since he strained a groin on Sept. 23 against the New York Giants. "I ran pretty good. That's all I wanted. I did what I had to do today. I ran some routes [without coverage]. That's a different kind of route [than if] someone's pulling on you. But the speed I ran it at and putting your foot in the ground and planting, everything was great." HC Joe Gibbs was not nearly as optimistic, terming Moss doubtful and reiterating twice that he hadn't practiced. "It might be a situation where he warms up before the game [and plays] and it might not," Gibbs said.

Tight End

*** Saturday Update *** TE Jeremy Shockey (NYG) talked Friday about whether he can ever return to the glory of his first five seasons in which he averaged nearly 63 receptions and five TDs. "Obviously, I'm not 21 years old anymore," said Shockey. "A bunch of things have changed, a bunch of elements, a bunch of pieces in the puzzle have gone elsewhere. It's just different. It's not the same as it was and it's never going to be."

*** Saturday Update *** TE Vernon Davis (SF) is walking a lot better, and there appears to be a decent chance that he'll be able to play October 21 when they face the Giants.

Kicker

Offensive Line

*** Saturday Update *** OL Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX) LT Khalif Barnes suffered an ankle injury against the Broncos two weeks ago and said Friday that he's not sure whether he'll start against the Chiefs or not. If Barnes is unable to play, the Jags will turn to Mo Williams.

*** Saturday Update *** OL Kansas City Chiefs (KC) RT Kyle Turley missed practice again on Friday because of an injured ankle and was declared out for Sunday's game against Jacksonville. T Chris Terry will start.

*** Saturday Update *** OL St. Louis Rams (STL) G Adam Goldberg, who suffered a torn ligament in his left knee last Sunday, will join fellow OL Orlando Pace and Mark Setterstrom on IR.

Defensive Line

*** Saturday Update *** DL Rodrique Wright (MIA) said his shoulder is finally healed after having surgery 17 months ago, and will take the brace off Sunday as he gets ready to make his first NFL start this Sunday.

*** Saturday Update *** DL Osi Umenyiora (NYG) missed his second straight practice Friday with a sore left knee. Umenyiora said he still expects to play against the Jets on Sunday. "Right now, I think he has made good progress, he is better than he was yesterday," Giants HC Tom Coughlin said Friday. "So we are very hopeful."

Linebacker

Defensive Back

General Team News

*** Saturday Update *** TM Indianapolis Colts (IND) HC Tony Dungy didn't offer much hope that their injured players status would change for Sunday's game with the Buccaneers. "I would say it's unlikely many of them will play," Dungy said. If there's any question regarding a player's health, the team likely will err on the side of caution. If they're really ready to go, if they feel good mentally, (they) will go," Dungy said. "But the other guys have practiced all week and if there's any doubt, we'll go with the guys who have practiced."

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Quarterback

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Matt Leinart (ARI) The Cardinals have been working with Matt Leinart on his confidence, telling him to let go of any reservations about a pass and to just let it fly. The feeling was that Leinart was relying on too many touch passes rather than getting the ball to the target quickly. Evidence suggests he's warming up to himself when he fired a pass to WR Bryant Johnson on an out pattern, which led to a Cardinals touchdown. "I just think I kind of came out with the attitude of rear back, let it go with no worries," Leinart said. "Last week I kind of focused on that, really following through, really putting some extra stuff on it."

QB Matt Leinart (ARI) HC Ken Whisenhunt talked this morning about his quarterback situation and reiterated what he has said all along -- that it is working, and Matt Leinart is the starter, and it will remain there as he is evaluated week-by-week. Whisenhunt was also asked about Leinart's comments to Yahoo! Sports which portray his frustration. Whisenhunt said he doesn't mind Leinart letting people know up to a point. Meanwhile, Leinart said his comments were taken out of context and then said he was misquoted all together regarding his frustrations with the dual quarterback strategy Whisenhunt has employed. Leinart played the first and fourth quarters, while backup QB Kurt Warner played most of the middle two quarters in a 21-14 win over Pittsburgh. Leinart was quoted as saying, "I just want them to ride or die with me. If I'm the franchise quarterback, play me and let me stumble, because I'll fight through it, and that will help me and our team in the long run. - I know coaches want to win now, and I guess they have their reasons. But I don't understand it, and this switching back and forth is almost worse than getting benched." Leinart later admitted that he's going through a tough challenge, but tried to put out the fire Monday by saying, "None of that was said. I don't really recall ever saying any of those things to anyone."

*** Friday Update *** QB Steve McNair (BAL) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Steve McNair (BAL) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Steve McNair (BAL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Trent Edwards (BUF) will make his second straight start when Buffalo hosts the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. HC Dick Jauron ruled J.P. Losman out, saying the quarterback is recovering steadily from a sprained left knee but it's not clear when he'll be able to resume practicing with the team.

*** Friday Update *** QB J.P. Losman (BUF) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB J.P. Losman (BUF) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB J.P. Losman (BUF) did not practice on Wednesday.

QB J.P. Losman (BUF) In the wake of Trent Edwards' performance in Buffalo's 17-14 win Sunday, J.P. Losman was asked if he's worried about his starting job. "Of course," said Losman, who is still recovering for a sprained MCL. "In this league I've seen everything possible pretty much just in my short time here in Buffalo. But when a player goes (out) with an injury you want to get back in there as soon as possible. It's every player's fear to get injured and to have some kind of controversy over something like that. As far as this league goes I don't think anyone's job on this team is secure. You're going to have to perform week in and week out." HC Dick Jauron didn't definitively state that Edwards would start Monday night against the Cowboys, but sounds as though he's leaning in the rookie's direction. "I think it probably makes sense," said Jauron.

*** Friday Update *** QB Jake Delhomme (CAR) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Jake Delhomme (CAR) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Jake Delhomme (CAR) did not practice on Wednesday.

QB Jake Delhomme (CAR) said surgery on his right elbow is a possibility, but called it a "last-resort type of deal." His status for the coming weeks is still unknown.

QB Brian Griese (CHI) HC Lovie Smith confirmed on Monday that Brian Griese will start the team's Week 5 game.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Matt Schaub (HOU) underwent an MRI exam on his bruised thigh on Monday. The injury is not considered to be serious. "I just have a little thigh bruise," Schaub said. "The doctors are just going to take a look at it. We're not concerned about it. We just want to make sure everything is OK."

QB Matt Schaub (HOU) has a thigh bruise suffered in the game Sunday but the team doesn't think it's anything to worry about. Said coach Gary Kubiak, "Matt's got a thigh bruise but he should be fine."

*** Friday Update *** QB Trent Green (MIA) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

QB Trent Green (MIA) HC Cam Cameron gave Trent Green his vote of confidence Monday even though Green is tied with Saints' QB Drew Brees with a league-high seven interceptions. "Trent Green is our quarterback," Cameron said, "He wants to and needs to play better, and we'll do everything we can to help him do that."

*** Friday Update *** QB Tom Brady (NE) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Tom Brady (NE) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Tom Brady (NE) practiced fully on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** QB Chad Pennington (NYJ) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Chad Pennington (NYJ) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Chad Pennington (NYJ) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

QB Daunte Culpepper (OAK) Despite leading the Raiders to five touchdowns, it is unknown yet whether or not Daunte Culpepper will remain the starter for the team's next game against San Diego in two weeks. HC Lane Kiffin did say that if he had to choose today, it would still be Culpepper over Josh McCown, who is still wearing a protective boot around his sprained foot. "If we played tomorrow, he'd start," Kiffin said, but, "I'm not going into the San Diego game yet; that's the only reason. If I was, then I'd made that decision. But I don't need to make it."

*** Friday Update *** QB Josh McCown (OAK) took off his protective boot Thursday, but admitted that he still has a long way to go in order to be ready to play. "I'll need a couple of full days, at least," he said, "because I'm in a new situation." McCown has a broken big toe, a sprained foot, and a chipped bone in his right index finger.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Josh McCown (OAK) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** QB Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** QB Alex Smith (SF) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Alex Smith (SF) will not play this weekend. However, Smith will not need surgery on his injured shoulder. Dr. James Andrews confirmed what team doctors diagnosed as a moderate shoulder separation on Smith's throwing arm. An ESPN report had earlier stated that Smith could require season ending surgery to repair torn tendons. "Anything you've heard about Alex is incorrect. So, no need to waste your breath on it," HC Mike Nolan said of the faulty rumors.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Alex Smith (SF) The 49ers dismissed an ESPN report that Alex Smith was considering shoulder surgery. The report said that Smith could opt for season-ending surgery if Dr. James Andrews confirmed the team's initial medical report. But the 49ers say that the team only sent lab results to Andrews, that there is no appointment scheduled and that the injury is two torn ligaments, not tendons as the report indicated. Smith said and MRI examination revealed no other problems with the shoulder. There was no damage to the muscle fibers or to the collarbone and that the team would assess his return after the swelling subsided.

QB Alex Smith (SF) HC Mike Nolan said today that Alex Smith's right shoulder separation won't require surgery and Smith could return as early as Oct. 21 against the Giants. An MRI revealed a third-degree separation of his passing shoulder. Nolan said doctors assign six grades of varying severity in categorizing a shoulder separation and Smith's was in the mid-range. He added that Smith's possible return for the Giants game was a best-case scenario. "It's potential," Nolan said. "I know that's what Alex is saying." Furthermore, Nolan also said team doctors might be able to get a better read on how long Smith will be sidelined by Thursday, when the swelling in his shoulder is expected to decrease.

*** Friday Update *** QB Marc Bulger (STL) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** QB Marc Bulger (STL) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Marc Bulger (STL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice. However, in a reversal of his comments earlier in the week, HC Scott Linehan has decided to sit injured Marc Bulger this week in favor of veteran Gus Frerotte.

QB Marc Bulger (STL) HC Scott Linehan said that he will continue to play Marc Bulger, despite the QB playing well below expectations and doing so with broken ribs while behind a patched up offensive line. "The decision (to play Bulger) was made based on whether he was capable of doing his job. Last year, he played with a very similar injury, and played his best football. He's our quarterback," Linehan said. Backup QB Gus Frerotte played in the second half of a blowout loss to the Cowboys.

*** Wednesday Update *** QB Gus Frerotte (STL) In a reversal of his comments earlier in the week, HC Scott Linehan has decided to sit injured QB Marc Bulger this week in favor of veteran Gus Frerotte, who was working with the first unit Wednesday in practice. Linehan also announced that he will take over the play calling from OC Greg Olson. Linehan was the offensive coordinator for the Dolphins when Frerotte started 15 games in Miami.

Running Back

*** Friday Update *** RB Marcel Shipp (ARI) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Marcel Shipp (ARI) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Marcel Shipp (ARI) practiced fully on Wednesday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB DeShaun Foster (CAR) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Nick Goings (CAR) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Nick Goings (CAR) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Nick Goings (CAR) did not practice on Wednesday.

RB Cedric Benson (CHI) coughed up his third fumble in 74 carries this season in the second quarter Sunday and found some pine. After Ernie Sims forced the ball loose from Benson's grip on a second-quarter carry, Benson sat out the remaining 11 minutes of the first half as OC Ron Turner inserted rookie Garrett Wolfe with the No. 1 offense for the next two series. "Obviously, he's got to hold on to the ball," Turner said, quickly adding he had planned to get Wolfe some playing time.

*** Friday Update *** RB Adrian Peterson (CHI) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Adrian Peterson (CHI) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Adrian Peterson (CHI) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Mike Bell (DEN) practiced fully on Friday but is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** RB Travis Henry (DEN) partially participated in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable. Although Henry's expected to start. Backup RB Selvin Young could get a few more carries as the team tries to keep Henry fresh. But the feeling seems to be that Henry will be ready to go. "It's looking like Travis is moving around pretty well, though," Young said on Thursday. Henry hasn't practiced this week because of ankle and knee injuries he suffered at Indianapolis on Sunday.

Henry's NFL future is in legal limbo in New York. According to the NFL Network's Adam Schefter, even if Henry is suspended by the league, the process could take several weeks before a final decision is reached regarding Henry's playing status as there would most certainly be an appeal of any suspension.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Travis Henry (DEN) Fox 31 News in Denver reports that Travis Henry has tested positive for marijuana use and could be subject to a one-year suspension. Henry, 28, previously served a four-game suspension from the National Football League for violating the leagues substance abuse policy in September 2005 as a member of the Tennessee Titans. In related news, Henry is involved in a lawsuit to keep the NFL from using the results of a drug test to suspend him, according to court papers filed in Brooklyn federal court. On Sept. 20, Henry attempted to get a restraining order in Suffolk County Supreme Court to block the NFL from using a urine specimen against him and to stop the league from disclosing the test results. Henry claims that the NFL violated league substance abuse policy by not allowing his experts to be present for testing of his urine specimen, court papers stated.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Travis Henry (DEN) had a magnetic resonance imaging test on his injured right leg, but no damage was found to the knee or ankle. Still, the team held him out of practice today and HC Mike Shanahan said he didn't know whether Henry would practice Thursday.

RB Travis Henry (DEN) thought his season was over Sunday when he injured his ankle against the Colts. "I was worried," Henry said as he walked with a pronounced limp from the visitor's locker room at the RCA Dome to the team bus. "I felt sharp pain in my knee, first. Then my knee and my ankle. But the X-ray came back negative, so that's a blessing. I think I'll play. I know my body, and I think things will settle down in a couple days and I'll be able to get back in there."

*** Friday Update *** RB Paul Smith (DEN) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** RB Brian Calhoun (DET) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Brian Calhoun (DET) will miss the remainder of the season after being placed on the injured reserve list on Thursday. To take Calhoun's roster spot, the team re-signed RB Aveion Cason.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Brian Calhoun (DET) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** RB T.J. Duckett (DET) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB T.J. Duckett (DET) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB T.J. Duckett (DET) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** RB Brandon Jackson (GB) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend. Jackson will most likely miss this week's game with a shin injury. Jackson missed his second day of practice on Thursday and didn't play at all in Week 4. When asked about how Jackson is progressing, Green Bay Packers HC Mike McCarthy said the following; "Well they actually tested him today. They went through the rehab test today, and frankly I haven't received the results yet. They wanted to push him through and see where he was. I'll know more when I get back inside....I'd say he's questionable."

*** Thursday Update *** RB Brandon Jackson (GB) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Brandon Jackson (GB) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Ron Dayne (HOU) is looking good in practice. Said coach Gary Kubiak, "He looked good. (He) had a real good practice yesterday, practiced well today. I'm expecting him to come back and run the football well."

*** Friday Update *** RB Ahman Green (HOU) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend. Said coach Gary Kubiak, "He practiced today much more. I would say he is still a game time decision, but it was very encouraging."

*** Thursday Update *** RB Ahman Green (HOU) partially participated in Thursday's practice. According to coach Gary Kubiak, not a lot has changed with Green. Said, Kubiak, "Ahman (Green) practiced some, so that's encouraging as we move forward. Not much has changed in anything."

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Ahman Green (HOU) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** RB Joseph Addai (IND) did not practice on Friday and is questionable to play this weekend. However, seeing as he hasn't practiced all week and the Colts are 4-0, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him sit. He'll likely be a game time decision.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Joseph Addai (IND) did not practice on Thursday but the team is feeling a little better about him. They'll see what he can do Friday and then likely make a decision.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Joseph Addai (IND) did not practice on Wednesday. He likely won't practice Thursday either and the team will make a decision on him Friday.

RB Joseph Addai (IND) is dealing with a shoulder injury from last week. More will be known about his status for Week 5 later this week. There has been somewhat conflicting information from the team on Addia with some reports that he'll be OK to play but others saying he might not be available. We'll know more soon.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Larry Johnson (KC) missed Wednesday's practice but that's likely something we'll continue to see. Said coach Herm Edwards, "We've got the Curtis Martin Wednesday ... the Curtis Martin rules," referring to how Curtis Martin used to take off Wednesday's just to keep him rested.

RB Ricky Williams (MIA) applied for NFL reinstatement Monday, his agent said. Williams is under contract with Miami. But new HC Cam Cameron has not indicated whether he wants Williams to stay with the team. "Ricky is extremely excited about the prospect of playing in the NFL again," Leigh Steinberg said. Williams' current suspension began in April 2006 after he violated the league's drug policy for the fourth time. He tested positive for marijuana this April, again delaying his return.

RB Adrian Peterson (MIN) HC Brad Childress was asked Monday about the fact that Adrian Peterson had only two rushing attempts in the second half of Sunday's loss to Green Bay after rushing for 108 yards in the first half. "I'm not so keen on that as him being a good teammate and contributing in whatever way he can like in those kickoff returns," Childress said. "That takes its toll, too. The 52-yard kickoff return, I know he kneeled down with a bunch of them, but we're going to continue to mix those guys in and out. That's not something that we run in and look at the statistics and say, 'Geez, he's got a 100.' We're going to continue to change those guys up and put those fresh legs in there from time to time. Whether it's Chester [Taylor's] fresh legs or whether it's Adrian's fresh legs."

RB Chester Taylor (MIN) is the subject of trade rumors according to the Tampa Tribune. The paper is reporting that that Tampa is trying to make a trade for Chester Taylor and offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie. It's feasible the Vikings might deal Taylor given how well rookie Adrian Peterson is playing but McKinnie seems to be a different story.

*** Friday Update *** RB Laurence Maroney (NE) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Laurence Maroney (NE) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Laurence Maroney (NE) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Reggie Bush (NO) HC Sean Payton said Reggie Bush will get the bulk of the carries this week against the Panthers now that Deuce McAllister is out for the year. Aaron Stecker and Pierre Thomas will spell Bush. "I think Stecker will be involved and Pierre Thomas will be involved, but you'll see Reggie get more handoffs (and be part of the offense) more than he's been as a ball carrier," Payton said, "We'll still have to monitor how many runs, but you'll see him more from the running back position."

*** Friday Update *** RB Brandon Jacobs (NYG) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Brandon Jacobs (NYG) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Brandon Jacobs (NYG) practiced fully on Wednesday. He is ready to return to his starting job one month after spraining his right knee in the season opener. RB Derrick Ward has played so well filling in for him however that HC Tom Coughlin has to decide how to split the work. Coughlin refused to say whether Jacobs would start against the Jets (1-3) on Sunday. He intends to wait until the end of the week before making a decision who starts and how much time each player gets. "Obviously there are plays that they would run which would be the same, but there are different reasons for using them and you would like to be able to utilize their talent," Coughlin said.

*** Friday Update *** RB Derrick Ward (NYG) partially participated in Friday's practice but is still expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Derrick Ward (NYG) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Derrick Ward (NYG) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** RB Darian Barnes (NYJ) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Darian Barnes (NYJ) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Thomas Jones (NYJ) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Thomas Jones (NYJ) practiced fully on Thursday.

RB Michael Bush (OAK) HC Lane Kiffin said on Monday that Michael Bush may be activated by the team in Week 7 once he is eligible to come off the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. "He could be. He looks great out there," Kiffin said. "He's the lowest he's been at his weight for over a year. He looks great and he's been buying into our program. He's been great in the weight room with our staff. He looks really good."

*** Wednesday Update *** RB LaMont Jordan (OAK) did not practice on Wednesday.

RB LaMont Jordan (OAK) According to HC Lane Kiffin, LaMont Jordan received some good news as X-rays taken on his injured back were negative. That will bode well for the running back's return after the team's bye week.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Brian Westbrook (PHI) HC Andy Reid denied a report on Tuesday that Brian Westbrook is recovering from an abdominal tear, saying instead that the injury is an abdominal strain.

*** Friday Update *** RB Andrew Pinnock (SD) will not play this weekend.

RB Andrew Pinnock (SD) will miss the next 3-4 weeks after having his knee scoped on Monday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Shaun Alexander (SEA) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** RB Maurice Morris (SEA) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

RB Alvin Pearman (SEA) will miss the remainder of the 2007 season after he sustained a tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee during the team's Week 4 game.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Steven Jackson (STL) will not play this weekend.

RB Steven Jackson (STL) will not play in week five.

*** Friday Update *** RB Chris Massey (STL) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Chris Massey (STL) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Chris Massey (STL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

RB Cadillac Williams (TB) will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury. In somewhat related news, free agent RB Corey Dillon declined an invitation to join Tampa Bay by saying, in a word, "No." via a text message to his agent Steve Feldman. Also, the Buccaneers sent an inquiry to the Minnesota Vikings regarding third-string RB Mewelde Moore, according to a source close to the team. The source also said the Bucs refused the Vikings' request for a first-day draft pick in return.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB LenDale White (TEN) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** RB Clinton Portis (WAS) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Clinton Portis (WAS) practiced fully on Thursday. HC Joe Gibbs expects him to play Sunday. "I think Clinton will be fine," he said.

*** Wednesday Update *** RB Clinton Portis (WAS) partially participated in Wednesday's practice. Contrary to previous reports of reoccurring tendonitis in his right knee, Portis is actually recovering from a bruise and a Grade 1 sprain in his right knee, sustained during the team's Week 4 game.

RB Clinton Portis (WAS) did not practice in pads Monday because of lingering soreness in his right knee. Portis was diagnosed with knee tendonitis during training camp and has yet to fully recover, which is likely the reason he was not on the field much of the fourth quarter in their last game against the Giants. "His knee is still a little agitated, and we'll see how it goes this week," HC Joe Gibbs said. "It was just a soreness that came out of [the Sept. 23 loss to the New York Giants]."

*** Friday Update *** RB Mike Sellers (WAS) partially participated in Friday's practice but is still expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** RB Mike Sellers (WAS) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

Wide Receiver

*** Friday Update *** WR Anquan Boldin (ARI) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Anquan Boldin (ARI) did not practice on Thursday. He will likely need to get some work in on Friday in order to play this weekend as HC Ken Whisenhunt is not a fan of playing players that have not practiced during the week. "I believe you need to practice, no matter who you are," Whisenhunt said.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Anquan Boldin (ARI) did not practice on Wednesday. A examination on Boldin's injured hip earlier this week revealed no new problems, and he will attempt to practice this week in preparation for Sunday's divisional game against the St. Louis Rams. He was still experiencing pain Tuesday, however, so his status for this week is undetermined.

WR Anquan Boldin (ARI) HC Ken Whisenhunt said Anquan Boldin will have his hip further evaluated Tuesday because of continued soreness. "Every time he picks his leg up or moves his leg out, he's having a little bit of pain. He got better, but we just want to make sure there's not something going on in there that we don't know about," Whisenhunt said.

*** Friday Update *** WR Yamon Figurs (BAL) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Yamon Figurs (BAL) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Yamon Figurs (BAL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Derrick Mason (BAL) did not practice on Friday and is listed as questionable to play this weekend although the feeling seems to be that he'll play.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Derrick Mason (BAL) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Derrick Mason (BAL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Peerless Price (BUF) is out for the season with a disc problem in his neck that will require surgery. Price becomes the ninth Bills player to go out for the season due to injury. Bills HC Dick Jauron said Price will undergo an operation later today and will be placed on the IR next week. Jauron said that WRs Josh Reed and Roscoe Parrish will share duties as the starter opposite Lee Evans in the two-receiver set.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Chad Johnson (CIN) was not practicing today and was wearing a walking boot to protect his sprained ankle. The Bengals are off this week.

*** Friday Update *** WR Terry Glenn (DAL) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Terry Glenn (DAL) will not play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Rod Smith (DEN) still isn't ready to return to the field. "I'm improving every day," Smith said. "I feel better now than I did a month ago. But am I ready to play football? I don't know because I haven't played. I'm doing everything it takes to get back on the football field and, honestly, I'll find out when you find out." Smith can come off the PUP list before the next game, Oct. 21 against the Steelers if he's healthy enough to do so.

*** Friday Update *** WR Brandon Stokley (DEN) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Javon Walker (DEN) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend according to coach Mike Shanahan.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Javon Walker (DEN) is looking like a long shot to play in this week's game.

WR Javon Walker (DEN) said his knee injury is not long-term and he hopes to return sooner than later. "I've done long-term before, and this is not it," said Walker, who missed Sunday's game due to swelling in his knee.

*** Friday Update *** WR Calvin Johnson (DET) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Calvin Johnson (DET) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Calvin Johnson (DET) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

WR Calvin Johnson (DET) HC Rod Marinelli said Monday he is hopeful Calvin Johnson will play Sunday at Washington, after missing Sunday's win over Chicago. Johnson sustained a back injury Sept. 23 in Philadelphia. He warmed up before the Bears game, but was a last-minute scratch. "He was close for Chicago," Marinelli said. "I'm not going to say that I expect him to play. We'll have to see how things go this week, but I'm hoping that he will play."

*** Thursday Update *** WR Greg Jennings (GB) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Greg Jennings (GB) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

WR Greg Jennings (GB) HC Mike McCarthy said that Greg Jennings will not practice until Friday. McCarthy sounded like a man who would not be persuaded otherwise no matter how much Jennings begs him. Last week, McCarthy allowed Jennings to take part in the Wednesday practice, but his sore hamstring tightened up and he wasn't able to practice the rest of the week. "I'm not practicing him," McCarthy said. "He's practicing Friday. I made the mistake last week of practicing him on Wednesday and his hamstring fatigued. I'll run out and tell him because I don't want you guys (reporters) to be the first to know. He's not practicing Wednesday or Thursday."

*** Friday Update *** WR Andre Johnson (HOU) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Andre Johnson (HOU) did not practice on Thursday. Coach Gary Kubiak had this after practice Thursday when asked if there was anything new on Andre Johnson: "Nothing new, just the fact that everything's positive and he can start to speed up his work to get back on the field. That's where he's at."

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Andre Johnson (HOU) did not practice on Wednesday. Johnson, who had fluid drained from his knee Saturday, said on Tuesday that his knee injury has healed and that he is trying to rebuild the strength and flexibility in his knee. "I can't stand sitting around watching the football games," Johnson said. "So I'm trying to get out there as fast as I can, but at the same time, you want to be smart about it." It is not yet known when he might return to the field.

*** Friday Update *** WR Jacoby Jones (HOU) partially participated in Friday's practice but is not expected to play this weekend. Said coach Gary Kubiak, "I would say exactly what I said yesterday. He's behind Ahman (Green). He was out here; he did not do much. I would think it's a tough call with Jacoby. It's still a game time call, but let's face it, he has not made the progress that Ahman has made."

*** Thursday Update *** WR Jacoby Jones (HOU) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Jacoby Jones (HOU) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Jerome Mathis (HOU) will not play this weekend. Said coach Gary Kubiak, "He has a stress-related issue in his lower leg. There is still an evaluation process going on. He has what they call a hot spot that can, is it a stress fracture? We don't know that yet, but he has a problem in there. ... We have to make a decision with the doctors on how long we think it's going to take for him to get well and then we have a tough decision to make whether we put him on IR or we wait. That's what we're evaluating right now."

*** Thursday Update *** WR Jerome Mathis (HOU) did not practice on Thursday and has a problem with his leg. Said Coach Gary Kubiak: "Jerome does have a problem with his lower leg. He is at the hospital right now. We are, basically, in the process of diagnosing how severe it is and how long it's going to take. I don't know enough to sit here and tell you all exactly what the problem is. I'll let (head athletic trainer) Kevin (Bastin) do that. We definitely figured out what's bothering him; now we have to figure out how long the kid's going to be out or how severe this injury is. That's all I can tell you."

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Jerome Mathis (HOU) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Roy Hall (IND) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Roy Hall (IND) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Roy Hall (IND) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** WR Marvin Harrison (IND) did not practice on Friday and is questionable to play this weekend. However, seeing as he hasn't practiced all week and the Colts are 4-0, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him sit. Like RB Joe Addai, he'll likely be a game time decision but the feeling seems to be that he has less of a chance to play than Addai does.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Marvin Harrison (IND) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Marvin Harrison (IND) did not practice on Wednesday.

WR Marvin Harrison (IND) will have his status determined later this week. He's battling a bruised knee suffered in Sunday's game.

*** Friday Update *** WR Aaron Moorehead (IND) did not practice on Friday and is questionable to play this weekend.

WR Dwayne Bowe (KC) HC Herm Edwards had this to say about his gifted rookie Dwayne Bowe who is off to a terrific start. "The thing I liked about him the most is he brought energy. I said that when we drafted him. I said he was a big physical guy who will go in who will catch the ball when he is contested in tight coverage. He'll go across the middle... He's very competitive, very, very competitive and the more he plays the more confidence he's gaining as a football player. But I just think that every week he shows you a little something different. He brings electricity when he plays, that joy. He always wants the ball."

*** Friday Update *** WR Eddie Kennison (KC) is expected to return to the starting line up this weekend but rookie Dwayne Bowe will also remain a starter.

WR Eddie Kennison (KC) When asked about the status of Eddie Kennison, HC Herman Edwards said, "Eddie's is going to practice a little bit more this week. Hopefully, he might be able to participate in the game which would be good for us." When asked how it would affect rookie WR phenom Dwayne Bowe, Edwards made it sound like Bowe's role will not change. "They'll both be in there at the same time. One of them will be 'X' and the other will be 'Z'," Edwards said.

*** Friday Update *** WR Donte Stallworth (NE) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Donte Stallworth (NE) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Donte Stallworth (NE) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Kelley Washington (NE) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Kelley Washington (NE) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Kelley Washington (NE) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR David Patten (NO) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR David Patten (NO) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR David Patten (NO) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** WR Plaxico Burress (NYG) did not practice on Friday and is listed as questionable but the feeling seems to be that he'll play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Plaxico Burress (NYG) did not practice on Thursday but is expected to start.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Plaxico Burress (NYG) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** WR Steve Smith (NYG) will not play this weekend.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Steve Smith (NYG) will not play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Friday Update *** WR Hines Ward (PIT) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Hines Ward (PIT) did not practice on Thursday and is looking pretty iffy to play this weekend.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Hines Ward (PIT) did not practice on Wednesday.

WR Hines Ward (PIT) could likely miss this week's game according to KDKA in Pittsburgh. He said in all likelihood he will sit out this weekend's game against Seattle.

"It's not about this game," said Ward Tuesday. "It's about the overall picture. I'd rather be a part of this team and be healthy at 100 percent towards the latter part of the season."

He'll be evaluated further this week.

*** Friday Update *** WR Craig Davis (SD) practiced fully on Friday but is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Eric Parker (SD) will not play this weekend.

WR Eric Parker (SD) will miss up to another month with his toe injury.

*** Friday Update *** WR D.J. Hackett (SEA) will not play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Jason Hill (SF) partially participated in Friday's practice but is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** WR Drew Bennett (STL) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend. With Isaac Bruce out, Bennett will be leaned on more heavily. Said WR Torry Holt, "Drew's going to have to step up."

*** Thursday Update *** WR Drew Bennett (STL) practiced fully on Thursday. He could start this weekend if Isaac Bruce can't play.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Drew Bennett (STL) practiced fully on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** WR Isaac Bruce (STL) will not play this weekend. Drew Bennett will be leaned on more heavily. Said WR Torry Holt, "Drew's going to have to step up."

*** Thursday Update *** WR Isaac Bruce (STL) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Isaac Bruce (STL) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Dane Looker (STL) will not play this weekend.

WR Dane Looker (STL) will not play in week five.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Joey Galloway (TB) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Ike Hilliard (TB) practiced fully on Friday even though he is listed as questionable to play this weekend. The feeling seems to be that he'll play.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Ike Hilliard (TB) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Brandon Lloyd (WAS) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Brandon Lloyd (WAS) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** WR Santana Moss (WAS) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** WR Santana Moss (WAS) did not practice on Thursday. HC Joe Gibbs was a little guarded with Moss's chances of playing despite a nagging groin injury. "It'll kind of be up to him as to what point he'd be ready to practice and stuff," Gibbs said. "It'll just be whenever he feels good." Moss, who jogged briefly yesterday, said he won't know how he feels until he's able to do something "football-related".

*** Wednesday Update *** WR Santana Moss (WAS) did not practice on Wednesday. Moss tried to jog a little and do some agility drills at practice, but after a few minutes of work, he had to stop and get the groin iced down and retreat to the training room.

Tight End

*** Friday Update *** TE Dwayne Blakley (ATL) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Dwayne Blakley (ATL) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Dwayne Blakley (ATL) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Alge Crumpler (ATL) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** TE Todd Heap (BAL) did not practice on Friday and is questionable to play this weekend. He's looking pretty iffy.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Todd Heap (BAL) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Todd Heap (BAL) did not practice on Wednesday.

TE Todd Heap (BAL) has a bad hamstring. HC Brian Billick said the injury to Heap is isolated to the lower part of the hamstring, and Billick added that is better than an injury to the upper part, which can linger.

*** Friday Update *** TE Daniel Wilcox (BAL) did not practice on Friday and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Daniel Wilcox (BAL) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Daniel Wilcox (BAL) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** TE Kellen Winslow Jr (CLE) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Kellen Winslow Jr (CLE) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Kellen Winslow Jr (CLE) partially participated in Wednesday's practice due to his shoulder injury, which is "something he's going to have to deal with all year," according to HC Romeo Crennel.

*** Friday Update *** TE Stephen Alexander (DEN) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Bubba Franks (GB) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** TE Ben Utecht (IND) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Ben Utecht (IND) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE Ben Utecht (IND) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** TE George Wrighster (JAX) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE George Wrighster (JAX) partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE George Wrighster (JAX) partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** TE David Thomas (NE) has been placed on the injured reserve list and will miss the remainder of the season.

*** Friday Update *** TE Joseph Kowalewski (NYJ) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Joseph Kowalewski (NYJ) practiced fully on Thursday.

TE Zach Miller (OAK) had a great game blocking against the Miami Dolphins according to HC Lane Kiffin. He more than held his own against LB Joey Porter and DE Jason Taylor, both Pro Bowl veterans.

*** Friday Update *** TE Antonio Gates (SD) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** TE Bennie Joppru (SEA) did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** TE Billy Bajema (SF) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Saturday Update *** TE Vernon Davis (SF) is walking a lot better, and there appears to be a decent chance that he'll be able to play October 21 when they face the Giants.

*** Friday Update *** TE Vernon Davis (SF) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** TE Vernon Davis (SF) will not play this weekend.

TE Vernon Davis (SF) will not play in the team's Week 5 game as he continues to recover from a sprained MCL in his right knee.

TE Jerramy Stevens (TB) was sentenced to 12 days in jail and received $3,160 in fines today after his drunk-driving conviction last month in Scottsdale, Arizona. However Stevens won't miss any action on the field -- at least not yet. Facing 30 days in jail, he had his sentence immediately stayed by Judge B. Monte Morgan pending the outcome of an appeal by Stevens' attorney. The attorney, James Nesci, told the Times recently that he planned to appeal the conviction, adding that the future legal wrangling likely means there won't be an outcome until after the football season. That should allow Stevens to stay on the field and serve any jail time in the offseason, Nesci said.

TE Chris Cooley (WAS) has been asked to contribute more to the passing game by blocking and in turn his numbers have taken a hit this season. The team is trying to compensate for injuries on the line and Cooley has been pitching in. "He understands the situation; we've had a lot of lineman hurt," QB Jason Campbell said. "Right now, we have to use him to block more. But we understand the best thing he does for this team is route running and making catches for us. His time is going to come." Cooley has just six receptions for 54 yards and one touchdown this season.

Kicker

*** Friday Update *** PK Phil Dawson (CLE) did not practice on Friday but is still expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** PK Jason Elam (DEN) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** PK Josh Scobee (JAX) will not play this weekend.

*** Wednesday Update *** PK Josh Scobee (JAX) will not play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** PK Olindo Mare (NO) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** PK Olindo Mare (NO) missed practice Thursday with a groin strain. HC Sean Payton said it was a precautionary measure and he expects Mare to be OK. If Mare were to get injured during a game, he said punter Steve Weatherford would kick.

PK Lawrence Tynes (NYG) According to HC Tom Coughlin, there is reason to be concerned about the kicking game for the Giants, which means Lawrence Tynes (who missed a field goal and an extra point on Sunday) is probably concerned about his job. The Giants were scheduled to work out two free-agent kickers today in Josh Huston and Billy Cundiff.

Offensive Line

*** Friday Update *** OL Arizona Cardinals (ARI) T Levi Brown will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Arizona Cardinals (ARI) T Levi Brown did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Arizona Cardinals (ARI) T Levi Brown partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** OL Atlanta Falcons (ATL) T Wayne Gandy partially participated in Friday's practice but is still expected to play this weekend.

T Todd Weiner practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Atlanta Falcons (ATL) T Todd Weiner practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Atlanta Falcons (ATL) T Todd Weiner did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** OL Baltimore Ravens (BAL) T Jonathan Ogden partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Baltimore Ravens (BAL) T Jonathan Ogden partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Baltimore Ravens (BAL) T Jonathan Ogden partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** OL Chicago Bears (CHI) G Ruben Brown practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

T Fred Miller practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

T John Tait did not practice on Friday and is not expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Chicago Bears (CHI) G Ruben Brown practiced fully on Thursday.

T Fred Miller practiced fully on Thursday.

T Jon Tait did not practice on Thursday.

OL Cincinnati Bengals (CIN) T Willie Anderson had trouble just getting dressed after Monday's game against the Patriots. He's been bothered all season by a toe injury and a knee injury he suffered last week. He will use the team's bye week to rest up and re-evaluate his health before Week 6.

*** Friday Update *** OL Cleveland Browns (CLE) G Eric Steinbach partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Cleveland Browns (CLE) G Eric Steinbach partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Cleveland Browns (CLE) G Eric Steinbach partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

OL Cleveland Browns (CLE) T Ryan Tucker returned to the team today after serving a four game suspension Monday. The Browns now have a week to decide whether they will add Tucker to the active roster or waive him. "We'll bring him in and check his conditioning and then we'll make a decision at the end of the week to decide where he's going to fit or if he fits," HC Romeo Crennel said.

*** Friday Update *** OL Denver Broncos (DEN) T Ryan Harris practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** OL Detroit Lions (DET) RG Damien Woody hasn't given up on starting for the Lions, but he won't be starting Sunday against the Redskins. RG Stephen Peterman has impressed coaches enough to take Woody's job. "He battled. He was a mauler," Marinelli said of Peterman. "He was not just doing his job, but he was hunting after that. He was going down and cleaning up people, going down field like I want him to, cleaning up piles, staying alive, finishing every play."

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Detroit Lions (DET) RT Jonathan Scott will start in place of T George Foster this Sunday. Foster has been called for several penalties and had a breakdown in protection last week against Chicago. Scott started four games at right tackle for the Lions last season.

*** Friday Update *** OL Green Bay Packers (GB) T Chad Clifton practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Green Bay Packers (GB) T Chad Clifton partially participated in Thursday's practice.

C Scott Wells practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Indianapolis Colts (IND) T Tony Ugoh practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Indianapolis Colts (IND) T Tony Ugoh did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** OL Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX) T Khalif Barnes partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

G Vincent Manuwai practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

C Brad Meester will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX) T Khalif Barnes partially participated in Thursday's practice.

G Vincent Manuwai practiced fully on Thursday.

C Brad Meester partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX) T Khalif Barnes partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

G Vincent Manuwai partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

C Brad Meester partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

OL Jacksonville Jaguars (JAX) T Khalif Barnes, already on a tight leash for a drunken driving incident, crashed his car near his home Saturday morning, and left the scene before reporting it to Jacksonville police. Barnes' agent said Barnes fell asleep at the wheel en route to the stadium for treatment on his ankle. Police cited Barnes for careless driving, leaving the scene of an accident and not driving for work purposes as required by his probation, although documentation was provided regarding his appointment at the stadium.

*** Friday Update *** OL Kansas City Chiefs (KC) T Kyle Turley will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL Kansas City Chiefs (KC) T Kyle Turley did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Kansas City Chiefs (KC) T Kyle Turley did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** OL New England Patriots (NE) C Dan Koppen partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

G Steve Neal partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL New England Patriots (NE) C Dan Koppen partially participated in Thursday's practice.

G Steve Neal partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL New England Patriots (NE) C Dan Koppen did not practice on Wednesday.

G Steve Neal partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** OL New York Giants (NYG) G Chris Snee practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL New York Giants (NYG) G Chris Snee partially participated in Thursday's practice.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL New York Giants (NYG) G Chris Snee partially participated in Wednesday's practice.

*** Friday Update *** OL New York Jets (NYJ) G Brandon Moore practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL New York Jets (NYJ) G Brandon Moore practiced fully on Thursday.

OL Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) LG Todd Herremans had successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Tuesday. Herremans, a fourth-round draft pick out of Saginaw Valley State in 2005, has started 22 consecutive games at left guard. A timetable for his return to action will be determined next week. Third-year reserve OG Scott Young is listed as Herremans' backup on the depth chart if he is not able to return in time for the Eagles' next game against the New York Jets. Also in the mix could be second-year player Max Jean-Gilles.

*** Friday Update *** OL Seattle Seahawks (SEA) T Ray Willis will not play this weekend.

OL Seattle Seahawks (SEA) T Ray Willis will likely miss the next six weeks as he recovers from a sprained knee, sustained during the team's Week 4 game.

*** Friday Update *** OL San Francisco 49ers (SF) T Jonas Jennings will not play this weekend.

*** Saturday Update *** OL St. Louis Rams (STL) G Adam Goldberg, who suffered a torn ligament in his left knee last Sunday, will join fellow OL Orlando Pace and Mark Setterstrom on IR.

*** Friday Update *** OL St. Louis Rams (STL) G Richie Incognito practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** OL St. Louis Rams (STL) G Richie Incognito practiced fully on Thursday. He is expected to make his first appearance of the season since suffering a high ankle sprain.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL St. Louis Rams (STL) G Adam Goldberg will not play this weekend.

G Richie Incognito practiced fully on Wednesday.

OL St. Louis Rams (STL) RT Adam Goldberg will be out for a month after sustaining a torn MCL in his left knee during yesterday's loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Goldberg will not require surgery.

OL Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB) LT Luke Petitgout will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Tennessee Titans (TEN) G Benji Olson did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Wednesday Update *** OL Washington Redskins (WAS) G Randy Thomas will not play this weekend.

Defensive Line

*** Friday Update *** DL Alan Branch (ARI) practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** DL Alan Branch (ARI) practiced fully on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** DL Alan Branch (ARI) practiced fully on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** DL Joe Tafoya (ARI) partially participated in Friday's practice but is still expected to play this weekend.

*** Friday Update *** DL Jonathan Babineaux (ATL) will not play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** DL Jonathan Babineaux (ATL) did not practice on Thursday.

*** Wednesday Update *** DL Jonathan Babineaux (ATL) did not practice on Wednesday.

*** Friday Update *** DL Rod Coleman (ATL) partially participated in Friday's practice and is questionable to play this weekend.

*** Thursday Update *** DL Rod Colema