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Injury Updates for Week 7 in the NFL
Introduction
While this coverage provides a broad view of the NFL landscape, it predominantly highlights the key players and positions that fans typically focus on. Many might overlook roles like offensive linemen, as they are less recognized by the general public, particularly among Fantasy Football followers.
Below is the complete schedule for the NFL's week 7 regular season, along with significant injury news and betting odds for enthusiasts who enjoy wagering. The odds and spreads are provided by a premier full-service sportsbook. BetOnline sportsbook As of Wednesday, October 18, 2023, please note that betting odds may fluctuate.
Jacksonville Jaguars (+ 1) at New Orleans Saints (- 1)
Over / Under – 39.5
Caesars Superdome, New Orleans
Thursday, October 19, 2023 8:15 PM ET
Recent Injury Updates for the Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaguars wide receiver, Zay Jones, is currently questionable for the upcoming game due to a knee issue. He did not take part in practice last Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars' star quarterback, is also marked as questionable as he is experiencing a knee injury. However, there is optimism that he will be ready for the Thursday Night Football match against the New Orleans Saints this week.
Recent Injury Updates for the New Orleans Saints
Wide receiver Chris Olave , one of the most dangerous players on the Saints' offense, is dealing with a toe injury and is questionable for the upcoming TNF game against the Jaguars. He participated in a limited capacity during practice on Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
Juwan Johnson , the Saints' tight end, is also marked as questionable for Thursday's game because of a calf injury, having missed the walk-through practice session last Tuesday.
Recent IR Activity:
- Jamaal Williams – Running Back – Suffered a hamstring injury, but is designated to return from injured reserve as of Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
Las Vegas Raiders (- 3) at Chicago Bears (+ 3)
Over / Under – 37.5
Soldier Field, Chicago
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Las Vegas Raiders
Starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is listed as questionable ahead of this Sunday's clash with the Chicago Bears, as he will undergo additional evaluations for his back injury this week in preparation for the game.
Latest Chicago Bears Injury News
Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson is also in question for the Bears' week 7 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Travis Homer , another running back for the Bears, is similarly questionable for the Sunday afternoon match at Soldier Field.
Chicago Bears starting QB, Justin Fields A key player is doubtful for this week after suffering a major injury.
On Monday, October 16, Coach Matt Eberflus confirmed that Fields has a dislocated right thumb sustained during the team's loss to the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday.
Recent IR Activity:
- Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown was placed on injured reserve on Friday, October 13, 2023, due to a hamstring injury.
- Another running back from the Bears, Khalil Herbert , was also placed on IR with an ankle injury on Friday, October 13, 2023.
Cleveland Browns (- 2.5) at Indianapolis Colts (+ 2.5)
Over / Under – 40
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Cleveland Browns
Quarterback Deshaun Watson is currently questionable, but it appears unlikely he will participate in the game this Sunday, October 22, 2023, against the Indianapolis Colts.
Wide receiver Cedric Tillman from the Cleveland Browns is also listed as questionable at this time.
Latest Injury News for the Indianapolis Colts
Tight end Kylen Granson is questionable for this Sunday's game due to a concussion.
Recent IR Activity:
- Anthony Richardson – QB – Shoulder – Will be out for the remainder of the season as his injury necessitates surgery to repair the damage to his throwing shoulder.
- Evan Hull – RB – Suffered a knee injury and is expected to miss the rest of the 2023-2024 NFL season.
Buffalo Bills (- 9) at New England Patriots (+ 9)
Over / Under – 41
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Buffalo Bills Injury News
Bills running back Damien Harris is currently questionable after he sustained both a concussion and a sprained neck during last Sunday’s 14 to 9 victory over the New York Giants.
Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid is questionable as he has been placed under the NFL concussion protocol since last Monday.
Star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen , is also listed as questionable, dealing with a shoulder injury and is currently considered day-to-day.
Latest Injury News for the New England Patriots
New England Patriots Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is also deemed questionable for the upcoming Sunday match against the Buffalo Bills.
Running back Rhamondre Stevenson is facing an ankle injury and is questionable. He was limited in practice last Wednesday.
Wide receiver Demario Douglas is marked as questionable due to a concussion, having also been a limited participant at last Wednesday's practice.
Tight end Hunter Henry is questionable with an ankle injury and was not seen at practice for the New England Patriots last Wednesday.
Washington Commanders (- 2.5) at New York Giants (+ 2.5)
Over / Under – 39
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Washington Commanders
No injuries to report at the moment.
Latest New York Giants Injury News
Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson is questionable due to a knee issue.
Star running back for the New York Giants, Saquon Barkley , is also listed as questionable as he recovers from an ankle injury. Barkley was limited during practice last Wednesday.
Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is likewise questionable due to a persistent neck injury and had limited participation in practice last Wednesday.
Atlanta Falcons (+ 2.5) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (- 2.5)
Over / Under – 37
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Atlanta Falcons Injury News
No injuries to report at the moment.
Latest Injury News for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is listed as questionable after being diagnosed with a contusion on his left (non-throwing) hand resulting from last Sunday’s defeat against the Detroit Lions.
Detroit Lions (+ 3) at Baltimore Ravens (- 3)
Over / Under – 43
M & T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM ET
Latest Detroit Lions Injury News
Running back Craig Reynolds from the Detroit Lions is currently questionable for this Sunday’s game.
Tight end Sam LaPorta is also questionable due to a calf injury, having been limited during the Lions’ walk-through practice on Wednesday.
Running back Jahmyr Gibbs is marked as questionable with a hamstring problem and was a limited participant in Wednesday's walk-through.
Running back David Montgomery is dealing with a rib injury and is listed as questionable, having missed last Wednesday's walk-through.
Tight end James Mitchell from the Detroit Lions is also noted as questionable.
Recent IR Activity:
- Zonovan Knight – RB – Shoulder Injury – Placed on injured reserve last Saturday, October 14, 2023.
Recent Injury Updates for the Baltimore Ravens
No injuries to report at the moment.
Pittsburgh Steelers (+ 3) at Los Angeles Rams (- 3)
Over / Under – 44.5
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
Sunday, October 22, 2023 4:05 PM ET
Recent Injury Updates for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth is questionable as he deals with a hamstring injury.
Recent IR Activity:
- Anthony McFarland Jr. – RB – Knee Injury – He resumed practicing last Monday.
- Diontae Johnson – WR – Hamstring – Has been designated to return from IR.
Latest Los Angeles Rams Injury News
Running back Kyren Williams from the Los Angeles Rams will not be available for the Sunday matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Recent IR Activity:
- Ronnie Rivers – RB – Has been placed on the NFL’s injured reserve list.
Arizona Cardinals (+ 7.5) at Seattle Seahawks (- 7.5)
Over / Under – 44.5
Lumen Field, Seattle
Sunday, October 22, 2023 4:05 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Arizona Cardinals
Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is still sidelined due to a persistent knee injury, but he has been designated to return from the reserve/PUP list.
Their tight end, Elijah Higgins , is currently marked as questionable.
Recent IR Activity:
- Budda Baker – S – Hamstring Injury – Is returning from the injured reserve list as of last Wednesday.
Latest Injury News for the Seattle Seahawks
No injuries to report at the moment.
Green Bay Packers (- 1) at Denver Broncos (+ 1)
Over / Under – 45
Empower Field at Mile High, Denver
Sunday, October 22, 2023 4:25 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Green Bay Packers
Packers running back Aaron Jones remains questionable with a hamstring injury, and he was limited during practice last Wednesday.
Latest Denver Broncos Injury News
Broncos tight end Greg Dulcich is doubtful for this weekend's game.
Los Angeles Chargers (+ 5.5) at Kansas City Chiefs (- 5.5)
Over / Under – 48
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
Sunday, October 22, 2023 4:25 PM ET
Latest Injury News for the Los Angeles Chargers
No injuries to report at the moment.
Latest Injury News for the Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs Wide receiver Justin Watson is currently questionable with a troublesome elbow injury.
Miami Dolphins (+ 2.5) at P hiladelphia Eagles (- 2.5)
Over / Under – 51.5
Lincoln Financial Field located in Philadelphia.
Sunday, October 22, 2023 8:20 PM ET
Latest Miami Dolphins Injury News
Chris Brooks, the running back for the Miami Dolphins, is currently listed as questionable due to an ankle issue.
Recent IR Activity:
- De'Von Achane – RB – Knee Injury – Achane is anticipated to be sidelined for at least four games as he lands on the injured reserve list. However, he is likely to be reinstated before the Miami Dolphins face off against the Las Vegas Raiders in NFL Week 11, which takes place on Sunday, November 19th, 2023.
- Jeff Wilson Jr. – RB – Ribs / Finger Injuries – As of Saturday, October 14th, 2023, Wilson Jr. has not yet been activated from the injured reserve list.
Latest Updates on Philadelphia Eagles Injuries
DeVonta Smith, a wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, is currently questionable due to a strain in his hamstring.
Recent IR Activity:
- Quez Watkins – WR – Hamstring Injury – Watkins was officially placed on the injured reserve list this past Saturday, October 14th, 2023.
San Francisco 49ers (- 6.5) at Minnesota Vikings (+ 6.5)
Over / Under – 44
U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
Monday, October 23, 2023 8:15 PM ET
Recent News on San Francisco 49ers Injuries
Christian McCaffrey , the running back for the San Francisco 49ers, is considered doubtful because of an oblique and rib injury; however, it's not thought to be a serious long-term concern. McCaffrey might be ready to play in the upcoming Monday Night Football matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
Deebo Samuel is known for his explosive plays as a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers. Currently, he is marked as questionable and is being evaluated day-to-day regarding a shoulder injury.
Latest Updates on Minnesota Vikings Injuries
No injuries to report at the moment.
Recent IR Activity:
- Jalen Nailor – WR – Hamstring Injury – Nailor has been cleared to return from the injured reserve list as of last Wednesday.
- Justin Jefferson – WR – Hamstring Injury – At this point, Jefferson is projected to be out for about 4 to 6 weeks.
- Nick Mullens – QB – Back Injury – Mullens was subsequently added to the injured reserve list last Wednesday, October 18th, 2023.
Sources:
“2023 NFL INJURY REPORT: INJURIES - WEEK 7” , nfl.com, October 18, 2023.