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Injuries Dominate the Story Lines as Bengals Host Jets Sunday

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There aren’t a ton of interesting storylines heading into this week’s game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the New York Jets. The Bengals are relying on a 40-year-old quarterback to build off an impressive win over the Pittsburgh Steelers last week, and that’s about it.

The real headlines, however, are all about injuries. Who will even be playing? Several impact players’ health situations could significantly influence the outcome of this game.

### Bengals Defensive End Trey Hendrickson’s Status

The big injury concern for the Bengals is, of course, defensive end Trey Hendrickson. Even when Hendrickson is on the field, the Bengals’ defense has struggled, so missing the NFL’s reigning sack leader would be a major blow. Hendrickson was limited at Thursday’s practice with a hip injury but appears to have a real chance to play on Sunday. Facing the Jets should motivate anyone to get out on the field.

### Jets’ Questionable Quarterback Situation

Which quarterback will the Bengals face on Sunday? Stop me if you’ve heard this one: the Jets once again have an awful quarterback situation. Justin Fields was benched last week as the Jets dropped their seventh straight game to start the 2025 season.

Starting 0-7 is one thing, but it’s another when the team owner publicly calls his own quarterback “hot garbage.” Woody Johnson didn’t hold back this week:

> “It’s hard when you have a quarterback with a rating that he’s got. I mean, he has ability, but something just is not jiving. If we can just complete a pass, it would look good.”

And to all the Bengals fans out there who complain about the Brown family — Mike Brown would never say something that stupid and inappropriate.

As of now, the Jets still don’t know who their starting quarterback will be against the Bengals in Cincinnati on Sunday. Fields was benched for Tyrod Taylor, but Taylor has been limited in practice this week with a knee injury and has been splitting first-team reps.

When asked about his status, Taylor said:

> “I have no anticipation for it. My mind and my sole focus is being available and ready to be able to lead this team when called upon.”

Head coach Aaron Glenn listed Taylor as “day-to-day,” so expect updates as Sunday approaches.

### Sauce Gardner Injury Could Impact the Bengals

The injury that should concern Bengals fans the most is that of Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner. Gardner has been an elite corner in the NFL, but if he’s anything like anyone else associated with the Jets, he’d probably rather just curl up in a ball and die.

This moribund franchise doesn’t do much to motivate a player to fight through an injury for the green and white. In Gardner’s case, it won’t be up to him whether he plays against the Bengals — he’s currently dealing with a concussion.

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With key players on both sides battling injuries and uncertainty at quarterback for the Jets, Sunday’s game promises to be an intriguing matchup despite the lack of traditional storylines. Bengals fans will be watching closely to see who takes the field and who makes the biggest impact.
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Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Confirms CeeDee Lamb News

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott confirmed that wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is ready to roll for Sunday’s matchup against the Washington Commanders. Lamb has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury against the Chicago Bears in Week 3.

Despite his absence, the Cowboys’ offense has continued to perform well, averaging 387.5 yards and 29.7 points per game. However, the team’s record stands at 2-3-1. Having Lamb back will add another layer of explosiveness to the unit.

“A lot of excitement, I’ve seen just the last two days of practice, he looks good. He’s ready to go,” Prescott said. “I mean, obviously, I saw him last week and during the rehab, and probably could have went but he’s ready to go. Looks great. It’s gonna be fun.”

Lamb has been limited during the last two days of practice, but all signs point to him being active and involved on Sunday. The four-time Pro Bowler told reporters he could have played last week against the Carolina Panthers but chose to play it safe.

“I’m out there moving around, running around, being me. Happy as can be,” Lamb said on Thursday.

Lamb is not expected to be on a “pitch count” against the Commanders and should be a full go.

### Cowboys WR George Pickens Addresses CeeDee Lamb’s Return

One of the biggest beneficiaries of Lamb’s absence has been George Pickens. Now in a contract year, Pickens is on pace for a breakout season. Through six games, he’s racked up 525 yards and six touchdowns—already a career high for the former second-round pick.

Despite this, Pickens is not concerned that Lamb’s return will affect his production. Instead, he’s excited to see the offense at full strength.

“I’m super excited,” Pickens said. “I don’t even think the words can fully explain him, and possibly [KaVontae Turpin] too, so super excited. [The offense can be] way more dangerous and way more explosive, too, when you got other guys like CeeDee and Turp. It’s another component of explosiveness that you can’t really describe. And don’t forget about Jake [Ferguson].”

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer echoed that sentiment.

“Integrating them both in and, you know, there’s one ball we know that, and they’re both really good players, so we’ll see where the defense makes the ball go,” Schottenheimer said.

### Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Doesn’t Feel Added Pressure With Defense Struggling

Prescott is having an MVP-caliber season, passing for 1,617 yards, 13 touchdowns, and just three interceptions so far. The Cowboys’ offense is humming, but they can only impact one phase of the game.

The defense has struggled significantly, ranking as the worst in the league in slowing down opponents, giving up 411.7 yards and 30.7 points per game.

Despite the defense’s struggles, Prescott does not feel any added pressure.

“That’s my standard. That’s our standard. That’s what we expect to do. I don’t think it’s any added pressure,” Prescott said. “I feel like I need to score every time. I feel like I need to complete every pass.”

With Lamb back in the lineup and players like Pickens stepping up, the Cowboys hope to turn things around and make a strong push as the season progresses.
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Broncos’ top-ranked defense set to get even better with Dre Greenlaw’s return

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Statistically, the Denver Broncos boast the best defense in the NFL, and it could be getting even better this weekend.

Linebacker Dre Greenlaw is eligible to come off injured reserve (IR) against the New York Giants (2-4) on Sunday after recovering from a quadriceps injury that sidelined him since summertime. Greenlaw practiced Wednesday for the first time since September 12.

“Dre looked good out there,” star cornerback Patrick Surtain II said. “Obviously, his first day back out there on the field in a minute. It seems like he’s very sharp on everything, the game plan, so I’m very excited for him.”

Greenlaw’s return also has his teammates eager to see how much better the Broncos (4-2) can become with their prized free-agent acquisition making his Denver debut.

“I think it’s awesome,” edge rusher Jonathon Cooper said. “Obviously, we know the type of player Dre Greenlaw is, you watch the film. And you add that type of dynamic to this defense with him being right, it’s just going to take us even to another level. I’m excited for him to return.”

Denver’s defense leads the NFL in several key categories, including red zone defense (28.6%) and third-down defense (27.1%). Their 254.2 yards allowed per game is just behind Atlanta’s 253.4.

The Broncos also lead the league with 30 sacks, which is 10 more than second-place Pittsburgh. Nik Bonitto leads the NFL with eight sacks, putting him on pace for 23 this season.

Cooper was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week on Wednesday, just one week after Bonitto earned the honor.

“It’s just motivating me to do more,” Cooper said.

Cooper and Bonitto are the first Broncos teammates to win the league’s weekly defensive award back-to-back.

“I’m just trying to beat him. I can’t let him take over me. I should be out there with sacks with him right now,” Cooper joked, who has 4 1/2 sacks himself. “But no, I think it’s really cool. That’s my brother. I shout him out every time I get a chance to. Yeah, he’s one of the best football players I’ve ever played with. He does it one week, I’ve got to make sure I’m right there with him, you know?”

The Broncos held the New York Jets to minus-10 passing yards in a gritty 13-11 win in London last Sunday. They limited quarterback Justin Fields to just nine completions and sacked him nine times — the second-highest single-game total in franchise history.

Cooper is eager to see what Denver’s defense can accomplish this Sunday when they face Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.

“Yeah, I mean, he’s a young guy. He’s feeling himself a little bit. He’s out there running around, he’s got the chain on, he’s dancing,” Cooper said. “You know, looks like everybody needs something. But we went against QBs who have run around the pocket and everything, try to do stuff with their legs. So, it ain’t nothing we haven’t seen.”

With Dre Greenlaw back and a dominant defensive unit clicking, the Broncos hope to keep their momentum going as they aim for continued success this season.
https://www.denver7.com/sports/broncos/broncos-top-ranked-defense-set-to-get-even-better-with-dre-greenlaws-return

“They tryna send bro to Valhalla” – NBA fans horrified after Payton Pritchard suffers scary neck injury in Celtics training camp

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NBA fans were taken aback after noticing Payton Pritchard’s alarming neck wound during the Boston Celtics training camp on Saturday.

The Celtics guard made an appearance for a media interaction, revealing a noticeable bloody wound on his neck.

This unexpected sight sparked concern and reactions among fans, highlighting the physical intensity and risks involved in the sport.

Further updates on Pritchard’s condition and the circumstances surrounding the injury are eagerly awaited by the Celtics community and NBA followers alike.
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Davante Adams, DeForest Buckner both active for Rams-Colts

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Rams head coach Sean McVay told reporters on Friday that he felt receiver Davante Adams and right tackle Rob Havenstein would be able to play in Sunday’s game against the Colts despite being listed as questionable. That is now officially the case, as both Adams and Havenstein are active for the contest.

In addition to them, tight ends Tyler Higbee and Colby Parkinson, who were also listed as questionable, have been confirmed active for the game.

On the Colts’ side, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is active despite being listed as questionable.

For the Los Angeles Rams, the inactives for the game include tight end Terrance Ferguson, offensive linemen Beaux Limmer and D.J. Humphries, defensive end Desjuan Johnson, and quarterback Stetson Bennett. Bennett is serving as the Rams’ emergency third quarterback.

The Indianapolis Colts will have guard Matt Goncalves, defensive tackle Eric Johnson, tight end Will Mallory, cornerback Kenny Moore, receiver Alec Pierce, offensive tackle Luke Tenuta, and quarterback Riley Leonard inactive. Leonard is Indianapolis’ emergency third quarterback.
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Lynx rule out Napheesa Collier for WNBA semifinals Game 4 vs. Mercury

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Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier will miss Sunday’s Game 4 against the Phoenix Mercury due to a left ankle injury, the Lynx announced Saturday.

Collier suffered the injury with less than 30 seconds remaining in Minnesota’s 84-76 loss in Game 3. The injury occurred during a consequential sequence that also led to Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve being suspended for Sunday’s contest. Collier appeared to roll her ankle late in the game as she fell to the ground following a steal by Mercury star Alyssa Thomas. She left the game with 21.8 seconds remaining and needed assistance heading to the locker room.

Coach Reeve said afterward that Collier probably has a fracture, though the team has not provided further details about the severity of her injury. This is a significant setback, as Collier missed more than three weeks earlier this season due to a right ankle injury. Minnesota went 5-2 in her absence.

Trailing the best-of-5 series 2-1, the Lynx will have to win Game 4 without their star forward and their head coach on the sideline. The WNBA announced Saturday that Reeve will be suspended for Game 4 due to her conduct and comments during and following Minnesota’s defeat.

The league cited several reasons for the suspension, including Reeve aggressively pursuing and verbally abusing a game official on the court, failure to leave the court in a timely manner upon her ejection with 21.8 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, inappropriate comments made to fans when exiting the court, and controversial remarks during a post-game press conference.

Lynx lead assistant Eric Thibault is expected to assume Reeve’s role on Sunday.

In terms of lineup changes, reserve forward Jessica Shepard moved into Minnesota’s starting lineup for six of the seven games Collier missed this season, while forward Maria Kliundikova started once. Regardless of who starts, both players are expected to take on a more significant role in Sunday’s elimination game.

The top-seeded Lynx entered the semifinals hoping to reach consecutive WNBA Finals for the first time since 2017. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Mercury have not made the WNBA Finals since 2021.

The series and Minnesota’s playoff hopes now hinge on their ability to overcome these key absences and pull out a victory in Game 4.

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