As we approach the end of the first quarter of the NFL season, injuries are starting to take their toll across the league. In Detroit, the Lions will be missing key players like edge rusher Marcus Davenport and linebacker Derrick Barnes for an extended period of time. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles are facing the possibility of playing without their starting wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith this week.
Over in Cleveland, the Browns are keeping a close eye on defensive end Myles Garrett, who is dealing with multiple injuries to his Achilles, foot, and thigh. The Miami Dolphins are also dealing with uncertainty at the quarterback position as Skylar Thompson is questionable with rib injuries, potentially leading to their third different signal-caller in just four games.
The Green Bay Packers are monitoring the knee injury of quarterback Jordan Love ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings. Love missed the last two games, both of which resulted in wins for the Packers with backup Malik Willis stepping in.
The Wednesday injury report will give us a closer look at all the key injuries for each team in Week 4 as the list continues to grow week by week.
Moving onto some specific updates, the New York Giants will be without their starting nickel cornerback Phillips. Isaiah Simmons is expected to step into that role with Jackson also out. Despite thinning at cornerback, the Giants still have some depth to rely on.
In Dallas, with Carson doubtful due to a shoulder injury, the Cowboys may turn to Andrew Booth Jr. or have Jourdan Lewis move into his role. New Orleans is hoping Alvin Kamara will be able to play on Sunday, but they will be without starting center Erik McCoy who was placed on injured reserve.
The Atlanta Falcons are dealing with an injury to right tackle Kaleb McGary, who missed Wednesday’s practice with a knee issue. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is dealing with a wrist injury, but he is practicing in full. Ja’Marr Chase, who played the full game on Monday night, is also expected to be ready for Week 4.
Injuries are a part of the game, and teams will have to adjust and adapt as they navigate through the rest of the season. Stay tuned for more updates as the week progresses.
