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ATL - WR Julio Jones has turf toe
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) is dealing with turf toe, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The injury is not believed to be long-term.
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Turf toe is an extremely painful injury to deal with...or try to play through. We should see Jones limited in practice all this week. At this time, Quinn expects Jones to play in Week 14 but it's too soon to know for sure.
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NE - WR Danny Amendola to miss time
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Updating a previous report, New England Patriots WR Danny Amendola (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 13, and the team's plan is to have him ready for the playoffs.
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That means Amendola could be shut down for the rest of the regular season. A high-ankle sprain can linger if not given enough time to heal. With Chris Hogan back in action, the Pats offense won't miss a beat without Amendola.
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DEN - Denver claims RB Justin Forsett
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Free-agent RB Justin Forsett (Lions) was claimed by the Denver Broncos Monday, Dec. 5.
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Forsett has had an odd year to say the least. He was cut by the Ravens after camp, but the team brought him back. They later cut Forsett and the Lions picked him up. The Lions just cut him last week, so the Broncos have now picked him up. Forsett had a career-best 1,266 yards rushing under Gary Kubiak when the Broncos head coach was the OC of the Ravens in 2014. Watch to see if Forsett can outperform a disappointed Devontae Booker in the Broncos backfield.
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TB - WR Cecil Shorts suffers major knee injuries
Source: ESPN - Britt McHenry
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Cecil Shorts (knee) tore his right ACL, MCL, PCL and dislocated his right knee in a Week 13 win over the San Diego Chargers.
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This injury could end his career. Shorts has been productive at times during his pro career, but he could not shake the injury bug. During six years in the NFL, Shorts has 229 catches, 2,979 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns.
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CLE - 'All signs point' to RG3 starting
Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon
Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (shoulder) is likely to get at least one more chance to prove he can be the team's quarterback of the future and 'all signs point' to it happening over the final month of the season, according to ESPN's Pat McManamon.
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Never say never, and Griffin looks to be on track to play again for the Browns. This could be a four-game audition for Griffin as the Browns are just looking to the future. If he impresses, there's a chance he could stick around in 2017. He has a cap hit of $9.25 million next year with only $1.75 million in dead money.
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CHI - WR Marquess Wilson injured
Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Adam L. Jahns
Chicago Bears WR Marquess Wilson (groin) left the game Sunday, Dec. 5, in the first quarter with a strained groin.
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With Wilson out of the lineup, Josh Bellamy got a larger opportunity. If Wilson continues to miss time, then Bellamy could start opposite Cameron Meredith. Bellamy had four catches for 93 yards against the 49ers on Sunday.
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TEN - RB DeMarco Murray on the field Monday
Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt
Tennessee Titans RB DeMarco Murray (foot) participated in practice Monday, Dec. 5.
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The Titans had a bye in Week 13 as they prepare to face the Broncos in Week 14. Murray should register a RB1 performance against a weak Broncos rush defense, and we may see rookie Derrick Henry put up good flex numbers.
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JAX - RB Denard Robinson has high ankle sprain
Source: The Associated Press - Mark Long
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Denard Robinson (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain during the team's Week 13 game.
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High-ankle sprains are known to take a few weeks to heal. The Jaguars are hurting at RB with Chris Ivory (hamstring) banged up.
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SEA - Seattle signs RB Marcel Reece
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Free-agent FB Marcel Reece (Raiders) is signing an undisclosed deal with the Seattle Seahawks Monday, Dec. 5, according to a source.
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Reece is a versatile veteran who can line up in the slot to catch passes, work as a devastating blocker as a fullback, or run the ball if needed. He'll be in the backfield to help blast open holes for Thomas Rawls. Seahawks fullback Will Tukuafu is in the concussion protocol.
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TB - RB Charles Sims expected back this week
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Charles Sims (knee) is expected to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the team's Week 14 game against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Dirk Koetter.
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Sims is an important handcuff for Doug Martin owners to add off the waiver wire if he's out there. He'll get worked in behind Martin as a change-of-pace back. The return of Sims will take away some snaps from Jacquizz Rodgers.
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BUF - WR Percy Harvin placed on NFI
Source: BuffaloBills.com
Buffalo Bills WR Percy Harvin (illness) was placed on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list Monday, Dec. 5.
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Harvin's pro career is likely done. Talked out of retirement earlier this year, Harvin began experience severe migraine headaches after appearing in just two games. In eight seasons, Harvin caught 382 passes for 4,376 receiving yards and 23 touchdowns.
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DEN - QB Trevor Siemian sheds walking boot
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Denver Broncos QB Trevor Siemian (foot) is longer wearing his walking boot, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
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It's a sign that Siemian is on the right track. Kubiak is hopeful Siemian will be able to play in Week 14. The Broncos travel to play against the Titans on Sunday.
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ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu has groin injury Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (groin) suffered a groin injury in Week 13, but he could still practice Thursday, Dec. 8.
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He was injured late in the game against the Chiefs. The Falcons will be cautious with Sanu as he deals with this injury...especially with Julio Jones battling a turf toe.
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NFL - Leonard Fournette given high praise
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
LSU RB Leonard Fournette has officially declared for the NFL Draft Monday, Dec. 5. Two anonymous high-level evaluators told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that Fournette is better than Los Angeles Rams RB Todd Gurley. Fournette is considered by many pundits to be a top-five draft pick next year.
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Fournette is one of our favorite RBs in college. He's a big, swift and physical running back who gets stronger as the game goes on. Fournette's size, speed, and power combination reminds some in the scouting community of Vikings RB Adrian Peterson.
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KC - WR Jeremy Maclin uncertain for Thursday
Source: Chiefs.com - B.J. Kissel
Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeremy Maclin (groin) continues to make improvement from his groin injury, but head coach Andy Reid suggested he didn't know if Maclin would be able to play Thursday, Dec. 8, in a Week 14 game against the Oakland Raiders.
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The Chiefs would get a boost to the offense with Maclin back in the lineup. At this time, Maclin is trending in the right direction. We'll know more about his availability on Wednesday. This is a huge, must-see game on Thursday in the league's toughest division.
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CAR - Too much too soon for WR Kelvin Benjamin?
Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed
Carolina Panthers WR Kelvin Benjamin has scored only once since Week 4 and failed to catch more than three passes in any of his last three games. When asked about the team's top receiver Monday, Dec. 5, head coach Ron Rivera said, 'Maybe we did get him out there too soon, too much (after last year's torn ACL).'
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The season hasn't gone the way the Panthers wanted, but it will be nice to see Benjamin jump-started late in the year if at all possible. The Panthers are evaluating for next season, and Benjamin can be a big part of the offense if at full strength.
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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews expected back soon
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (knee) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
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The Eagles aren't running the ball well without Mathews on the field. We'll see if he can practice this week and work as the team's lead back against Washington.
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PHI - Dorial Green-Beckham diagnosed with oblique contusion
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles WR Dorial Green-Beckham (oblique) suffered an oblique contusion in a Week 13 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He is not expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, but should be back in time to play versus the Washington Redskins in Week 14.
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Without Jordan Matthews, there was an opportunity for Green-Beckham to do more. The injury held back his numbers against the Bengals, but it sounds like he'll be able to play against Washington.
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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews expected back soon
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
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Matthews missed the game against the Bengals in Week 13 because of this ankle problem. The week of rest should help him as the team prepares to take on Washington in Week 14. We'll see if Matthews can at least be limited on Wednesday.
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ATL - WR Julio Jones has turf toe
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) is dealing with turf toe, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The injury is not believed to be long-term.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Turf toe is an extremely painful injury to deal with...or try to play through. We should see Jones limited in practice all this week. At this time, Quinn expects Jones to play in Week 14 but it's too soon to know for sure.
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NE - WR Danny Amendola to miss time
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Updating a previous report, New England Patriots WR Danny Amendola (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 13, and the team's plan is to have him ready for the playoffs.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
That means Amendola could be shut down for the rest of the regular season. A high-ankle sprain can linger if not given enough time to heal. With Chris Hogan back in action, the Pats offense won't miss a beat without Amendola.
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DEN - Denver claims RB Justin Forsett
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Free-agent RB Justin Forsett (Lions) was claimed by the Denver Broncos Monday, Dec. 5.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Forsett has had an odd year to say the least. He was cut by the Ravens after camp, but the team brought him back. They later cut Forsett and the Lions picked him up. The Lions just cut him last week, so the Broncos have now picked him up. Forsett had a career-best 1,266 yards rushing under Gary Kubiak when the Broncos head coach was the OC of the Ravens in 2014. Watch to see if Forsett can outperform a disappointed Devontae Booker in the Broncos backfield.
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TB - WR Cecil Shorts suffers major knee injuries
Source: ESPN - Britt McHenry
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Cecil Shorts (knee) tore his right ACL, MCL, PCL and dislocated his right knee in a Week 13 win over the San Diego Chargers.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This injury could end his career. Shorts has been productive at times during his pro career, but he could not shake the injury bug. During six years in the NFL, Shorts has 229 catches, 2,979 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns.
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CLE - 'All signs point' to RG3 starting
Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon
Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (shoulder) is likely to get at least one more chance to prove he can be the team's quarterback of the future and 'all signs point' to it happening over the final month of the season, according to ESPN's Pat McManamon.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Never say never, and Griffin looks to be on track to play again for the Browns. This could be a four-game audition for Griffin as the Browns are just looking to the future. If he impresses, there's a chance he could stick around in 2017. He has a cap hit of $9.25 million next year with only $1.75 million in dead money.
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CHI - WR Marquess Wilson injured
Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Adam L. Jahns
Chicago Bears WR Marquess Wilson (groin) left the game Sunday, Dec. 5, in the first quarter with a strained groin.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
With Wilson out of the lineup, Josh Bellamy got a larger opportunity. If Wilson continues to miss time, then Bellamy could start opposite Cameron Meredith. Bellamy had four catches for 93 yards against the 49ers on Sunday.
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TEN - RB DeMarco Murray on the field Monday
Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt
Tennessee Titans RB DeMarco Murray (foot) participated in practice Monday, Dec. 5.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The Titans had a bye in Week 13 as they prepare to face the Broncos in Week 14. Murray should register a RB1 performance against a weak Broncos rush defense, and we may see rookie Derrick Henry put up good flex numbers.
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JAX - RB Denard Robinson has high ankle sprain
Source: The Associated Press - Mark Long
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Denard Robinson (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain during the team's Week 13 game.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
High-ankle sprains are known to take a few weeks to heal. The Jaguars are hurting at RB with Chris Ivory (hamstring) banged up.
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SEA - Seattle signs RB Marcel Reece
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Free-agent FB Marcel Reece (Raiders) is signing an undisclosed deal with the Seattle Seahawks Monday, Dec. 5, according to a source.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Reece is a versatile veteran who can line up in the slot to catch passes, work as a devastating blocker as a fullback, or run the ball if needed. He'll be in the backfield to help blast open holes for Thomas Rawls. Seahawks fullback Will Tukuafu is in the concussion protocol.
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TB - RB Charles Sims expected back this week
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Charles Sims (knee) is expected to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the team's Week 14 game against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Dirk Koetter.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Sims is an important handcuff for Doug Martin owners to add off the waiver wire if he's out there. He'll get worked in behind Martin as a change-of-pace back. The return of Sims will take away some snaps from Jacquizz Rodgers.
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BUF - WR Percy Harvin placed on NFI
Source: BuffaloBills.com
Buffalo Bills WR Percy Harvin (illness) was placed on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list Monday, Dec. 5.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Harvin's pro career is likely done. Talked out of retirement earlier this year, Harvin began experience severe migraine headaches after appearing in just two games. In eight seasons, Harvin caught 382 passes for 4,376 receiving yards and 23 touchdowns.
Back to Top
DEN - QB Trevor Siemian sheds walking boot
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Denver Broncos QB Trevor Siemian (foot) is longer wearing his walking boot, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's a sign that Siemian is on the right track. Kubiak is hopeful Siemian will be able to play in Week 14. The Broncos travel to play against the Titans on Sunday.
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ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu has groin injury Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (groin) suffered a groin injury in Week 13, but he could still practice Thursday, Dec. 8.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
He was injured late in the game against the Chiefs. The Falcons will be cautious with Sanu as he deals with this injury...especially with Julio Jones battling a turf toe.
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NFL - Leonard Fournette given high praise
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
LSU RB Leonard Fournette has officially declared for the NFL Draft Monday, Dec. 5. Two anonymous high-level evaluators told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that Fournette is better than Los Angeles Rams RB Todd Gurley. Fournette is considered by many pundits to be a top-five draft pick next year.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Fournette is one of our favorite RBs in college. He's a big, swift and physical running back who gets stronger as the game goes on. Fournette's size, speed, and power combination reminds some in the scouting community of Vikings RB Adrian Peterson.
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KC - WR Jeremy Maclin uncertain for Thursday
Source: Chiefs.com - B.J. Kissel
Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeremy Maclin (groin) continues to make improvement from his groin injury, but head coach Andy Reid suggested he didn't know if Maclin would be able to play Thursday, Dec. 8, in a Week 14 game against the Oakland Raiders.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The Chiefs would get a boost to the offense with Maclin back in the lineup. At this time, Maclin is trending in the right direction. We'll know more about his availability on Wednesday. This is a huge, must-see game on Thursday in the league's toughest division.
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CAR - Too much too soon for WR Kelvin Benjamin?
Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed
Carolina Panthers WR Kelvin Benjamin has scored only once since Week 4 and failed to catch more than three passes in any of his last three games. When asked about the team's top receiver Monday, Dec. 5, head coach Ron Rivera said, 'Maybe we did get him out there too soon, too much (after last year's torn ACL).'
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The season hasn't gone the way the Panthers wanted, but it will be nice to see Benjamin jump-started late in the year if at all possible. The Panthers are evaluating for next season, and Benjamin can be a big part of the offense if at full strength.
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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews expected back soon
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (knee) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The Eagles aren't running the ball well without Mathews on the field. We'll see if he can practice this week and work as the team's lead back against Washington.
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PHI - Dorial Green-Beckham diagnosed with oblique contusion
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles WR Dorial Green-Beckham (oblique) suffered an oblique contusion in a Week 13 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He is not expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, but should be back in time to play versus the Washington Redskins in Week 14.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Without Jordan Matthews, there was an opportunity for Green-Beckham to do more. The injury held back his numbers against the Bengals, but it sounds like he'll be able to play against Washington.
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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews expected back soon
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Matthews missed the game against the Bengals in Week 13 because of this ankle problem. The week of rest should help him as the team prepares to take on Washington in Week 14. We'll see if Matthews can at least be limited on Wednesday.
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