Philadelphia, PA – As the NFL regular season heads into its final weeks, teams are facing crucial matchups that could impact their playoff chances and draft positions. Injuries are playing a significant role in determining the outcome of games at this critical stage, with key players on various teams dealing with a range of issues.
For the Eagles, quarterback Jalen Hurts’ availability for their upcoming game against the Cowboys is uncertain due to a left finger injury and concussion. Hurts did not participate in practice on Wednesday, casting doubt on his status for the game. The Eagles are also without several other key players, including Saquon Barkley and Lane Johnson, who are listed on the injury report.
Other teams like the Chargers and Patriots are also facing injury challenges, with multiple players on their final injury reports for Week 17. Despite the setbacks, some players are making progress – like Hayden Hurst from the Chargers, who went from not practicing to being a limited participant in practice.
Across the league, teams like the Broncos and Colts are relatively healthy heading into their matchups, while others like the Packers and Vikings are dealing with key players like Jaire Alexander and Harrison Smith listed as non-participants in practice due to various injuries.
Heading into the final stretch of the season, keeping a close eye on the injury reports will be crucial for teams looking to secure playoff berths and improve their draft positions. How these injuries impact the outcomes of games in the coming weeks will be a key factor in determining the success of each team’s season.