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good news and bad news for 49ers qbs

2/1/2023

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On Tuesday, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance told reporters he'd be cleared soon after undergoing two surgeries on his broken ankle. Lance is expected to be a full-go by OTAs. This is good news for the Niners, who are expected to be rid of Jimmy Garoppolo soon and have Brock Purdy out for at least six months.

Trey Lance says he’s 3-4 weeks from being fully cleared for practice. He said he’ll be 100 percent for OTAs

— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) January 31, 2023
Speaking of 49ers QBs, rookie Brock Purdy is currently awaiting second opinions on his injured UCL - a repair vs. reconstruction surgery will determine the time he will be able to return to football activities. Purdy told reporters on Tuesday that he will make a final decision soon.

#49ers Brock Purdy will have more tests on elbow and just wants to be ready for 2023 season pic.twitter.com/1YiPRD05FC

— Cam Inman (@CamInman) January 31, 2023

more QB news:

  • The Pittsburgh Steelers opened the season with QB Mitch Trubisky before turning to rookie Kenny Pickett in Week Four. It took Pickett a bit to warm up, but he emerged from the 2022 season almost in the postseason and is getting better every week. Tight end Pat Freiermuth agrees. "He was just so much more confident and so much more urgent and knew what he was gonna do. So it took him a little bit to get going, but showed that he's the real deal."
  • Trevor Lawrence will replace Patrick Mahomes on the Pro Bowl roster, as Mahomes has something more important to take care of.
    • Jared Goff will replace Jalen Hurts in the Pro Bowl, as he's also playing in the Super Bowl.
  • If you weren't sure if the Pro Bowl was a joke yet, you will now. Baltimore Ravens backup QB Tyler Huntley is heading to the Pro Bowl in place of Josh Allen. At the time voting closed, Huntley had thrown zero (as in, none) touchdowns on the season.
  • It's not a secret that the Buffalo Bills made Josh Allen put it all out on the field. General Manager Brandon Beane says Allen took too many hits in 2022. "The only thing I'd get on to him is he's got too many bruises on him. And we've got to work on taking less hits. That's the only reason I'm ever going to criticize Josh is just take less hits." Maybe that's something Beane can work on this offseason; just saying.
  • Frank Reich has been through the wringer regarding quarterbacks - it started with Andrew Luck and went downhill. Reich is now with the Carolina Panthers and basically has a blank slate. Reich explained how his time with all different kinds of quarterbacks could help him decide which direction to go with Carolina. "I've had to work with the young, the old, the pocket passer, the guy who moves. And I think even though it wasn't always an ideal scenario, like in Indy having a different quarterback every year, I did learn a lot through it because you're forced to adapt and evolve your offense around different styles of quarterbacks."
  • Derek Carr will also attend the Pro Bowl, which should be renamed to Mid Bowl, at this point.
  • The Denver Broncos hired their next head coach Sean Payton, and one of his biggest tasks is to fix Russell Wilson. In 2022, Wilson had one of the worst seasons of his career, and his new coach is already somehow convinced he can be the one to resurrect the old Russell Wilson. "Russell is a hard worker and has played at a high level and won a lot of games in this league. The pressure is on us to put a good run game together and reduce the degree of difficulty on his position. I'm excited about him." Let's ride, indeed.
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Tom Brady-Mike Evans connection heating up

1/3/2023

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  • Mike Evans and Tom Brady haven't had the best connection this season, but things are coming together at just the right time for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Evans had this to say about his QB: "Tom was just dropping dimes. Those were some really, really good balls. This was one of the best games I've seen Tom play since he's been here." The Bucs clinched the NFC South title this week and have a chance to continue the connection in the postseason.
    • With Week 18 being pretty meaningless for the Bucs, Brady says it would "bother" him if he did not play.

“We’re football players, it’s football season so we play football,” Tom Brady says. Would seem he plans to play at Atlanta Sunday. Todd Bowles will have he final say. Rest vs Rust? Bigger question is can you torpedo chance to win in playoffs with an injury for a meaningless game pic.twitter.com/nBwh33dLx8

— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) January 2, 2023

more qb news:

  • Once upon a time, the Green Bay Packers were 4-8, and injuries to quarterback Aaron Rodgers had people wondering whether he would be shut down for the season. But then, they won four in a row and currently control their playoff destiny. Rodgers spoke about the mindset of the team throughout the season. "Sometimes you've got to fool yourself a little bit into believing a little bit more. But I definitely had faith I was going down scrapping, for sure. I do believe in the power of manifestation, and I do believe in momentum, and I believe very strongly in the force of the mind." Sounds like a quote straight out of a Disney movie.
  • San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback Brock Purdy has been lighting it up lately, but Sunday's game was the first time he's had to play from behind. Nevertheless, he got the job done, and head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged being able to do that was good for the team moving forward. "To keep coming back and keep attacking, he never got gun-shy, made some real good decisions too, and fought it out throughout the whole game and found a way to win."
  • The Philadelphia Eagles believe Jalen Hurts will be ready to play in Week 18. Hurts was ruled out the past two weeks with a shoulder injury but returned to practice during the week.

From @GMFB: The belief is that #Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (SC joint sprain) will be ready to play in Week 18, while the #Dolphins QB situation is in flux, with Teddy Bridgewater dealing with a dislocated pinky on his throwing hand. He’ll get imaging today. pic.twitter.com/eo1ru3dFJb

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 2, 2023
  • The Chicago Bears aren't playing for anything any longer, and they let Justin Fields stay in the game to get destroyed on Sunday, sparking the question of, well... why?!? Head coach Matt Eberflus said keeping Fields in the game was to get him experience. "I just go back to what I just kind of tried to state is in-game experience; there's nothing like it. We're not going to get that anywhere else." I understand, but I hope Eberflus crossed his fingers TIGHT that Fields wouldn't get seriously injured.
    • Despite this, Eberflus did not commit to Fields starting in Week 18. Something to keep an eye on.
  • The New York Jets were happy to get Mike White back this week after dealing with a rib injury. But, unfortunately, it turns out they stink regardless of who is at the quarterback position. White talked about the disappointment of not meeting his teammates' expectations: "The guys in the locker room deserve a certain standard. I knew what I was signing up for. I practiced all week. There's a standard they deserve, and I didn't play to that standard today."
    • Robert Saleh said on Monday that White is dealing with some rib soreness, but should be ready to play in Week 18.
  • Mike Vrabel announced QB Josh Dobbs will start at quarterback for the Tennessee Titans in Week 18 in a must-win game for the AFC South title. Vrabel explained Dobbs' strengths are what led to the decision.

Vrabel on what Dobbs has done: pic.twitter.com/FbQuODdA0a

— Teresa Walker (@TeresaMWalker) January 2, 2023
  • Deshaun Watson has struggled since his return to the Cleveland Browns' lineup. While things are still shaky, and the team has been mathematically eliminated from the postseason, Watson saw his connection with his receivers on Sunday as something to build upon. "I know Amari [Cooper], he's still trying to get healthy,  but today was a good day to be able to, especially for the start of 2023 and what the future is going to hold for the Cleveland Browns, it was good to see that happen."
  • Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater exited Sunday's game with a finger injury and is on his way to get x-rays on his throwing hand. If Bridgewater and starter Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) cannot play this week, it will be Skylar Thompson this week.
    • Mike McDaniel confirmed Tagovailoa will not be in the team's plans for Week 18.
  • Alabama quarterback Bryce Young has declared for the 2023 NFL Draft. The former Heisman Trophy winner is projected to be one of the top picks in this year's draft.
  • Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams put together about three plays on Sunday that could round out a highlight reel, including a one-hander. Quarterback Justin Herbert on Williams' catch: "I don't know anyone else does anything with that. He's about as special as it gets."
  • Jeff Saturday announced Sam Ehlinger will start in Week 18 for the Indianapolis Colts after Nick Foles injured his ribs. Matt Ryan will be the backup.
  • Ron Rivera says he has no decision on the starting quarterback for the Washington Commanders as of right now. The team started Carson Wentz last week, and it did not go well.
  • Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said he doesn't know what Lamar Jackson's status will be this week.
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Matt Ryan benched, again

12/22/2022

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Merry Christmas to me!

The Indianapolis Colts are benching quarterback Matt Ryan - yes, again - for Nick Foles. Foles will be their third quarterback to start this season. Definitely not what they had planned.

The Colts are changing quarterbacks again. Nick Foles will take over for Matt Ryan as the starter Monday Night against the Chargers, and the plan is for Foles to start the final three games of the season. Announcement expected Wednesday afternoon.

— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) December 21, 2022

The first time Ryan was benched, rookie Sam Ehlinger took over, and head coach Frank Reich was later fired. Then, the Colts hired Jeff Saturday for some reason, went back to Ryan, and blew the biggest lead in NFL history.

Foles, their last hope, is a former Super Bowl MVP and has only played two snaps this season - the final snaps of a 24-0 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Foles said on Wednesday that he had no frustration towards the Colts for not turning to him earlier in the season.

The Colts take on Justin Herbert, an actual good QB, and the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday Night Football.

more Qb news:

  • Lamar Jackson did not practice again on Wednesday, putting his status for this week in jeopardy.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (knee) was not at practice. This would be his eighth straight absence.

It’s not looking likely that he’ll be back for Saturday’s game vs. Atlanta.

— Jonas Shaffer (@jonas_shaffer) December 21, 2022
  • The Dallas Cowboys lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, but Dak Prescott played well, as long as you don't count that pick-six in overtime. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says he doesn't fault Prescott for the loss. "We can win with him playing like that, to be trite. I thought he played outstanding."
  • Colt McCoy will not play this week, due to a concussion. QB Trace McSorley will start for the Arizona Cardinals, which will be quite an adventure.

Cardinals have ruled out quarterback Colt McCoy vs. the Bucs due to his concussion.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 21, 2022
  • Kirk Cousins is the NFC offensive player of the week. Cousins led the Minnesota Vikings to the biggest comeback in NFL history against the Indianapolis Colts, throwing four touchdowns after the half.
  • Josh Allen was named the AFC offensive player of the week, completing 25-of-40 passes for 304 yards and four touchdowns in a Buffalo Bills win.
  • Ryan Tannehill is facing an "uphill battle" to play this week. Tannehill injured his ankle during Week 15's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Malik Willis would get the start should Tannehill not be able to go.
    • Because of Tannehill's injury, the Tennessee Titans signed QB Josh Dobbs off the Detroit Lions practice squad. Head coach Mike Vrabel said adding Dobbs helps the team with depth as they prepare for this week.

The latest on three QBs whose status is in doubt this week: Jalen Hurts, Ryan Tannehill and Mike White. @gmfb @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/0A6CaBwpPn

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 20, 2022
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have not yet ruled out Jalen Hurts, but Gardner Minshew will make the start for at least this week. The team isn't that worried, though, according to tight end Dallas Goedert. "He's just got a lot of respect because he comes in here to work every day, prepares like the starter even though he knows he's the backup. He knows his role, and he just waits for an opportunity like this, and we all have faith that he's going to make the most of it."
    • Hurts was not seen at practice on Wednesday.
  • The Houston Texans will continue to rotate quarterbacks this week, per Pep Hamilton. I guess it's the only thing that makes them look like a competent football team.

Pep Hamilton on using Jeff Driskel in two-quarterback system, said it was initially an 'experiment,' now it's a part of the offense to 'create conflict,' disrupt the defense. 'We hope it will limit the potential looks we will see.'

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) December 21, 2022
  • The Jaguars listed Trevor Lawrence as questionable this week with a toe injury.
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Kyler Murray diagnosed with a torn ACL

12/14/2022

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Kyler Murray did tear his ACL as expected, an MRI confirms. He will miss the rest of the season.

#AZCardinals QB Kyler Murray tore his ACL last night, the MRI confirmed today. His season is over. pic.twitter.com/Dd3IniVIga

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 13, 2022

While this season was mostly a wash for the Arizona Cardinals, now the question lingers if he'll be ready to go by the start of the 2023 season.

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury told reporters on Tuesday that he will get more tests done before having surgery.
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more qb news:

  • While it worked until The Tank set in, the Houston Texans used both Davis Mills and Jeff Driskel at the quarterback position. It's expected to continue next week. For what reason, no one knows.

Texans are expected to maintain two-quarterback system of Davis Mills and Jeff Driskel going forward after having success last Sunday against the Cowboys, according to league sources

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) December 13, 2022
  • Kenny Pickett has entered the NFL's concussion protocol after leaving Sunday's game. Backup Mitch Trubisky took his place and would likely get the starting nod should Pickett not be able to go in Week 15. This is Pickett's second such injury in two months, which is cause for concern.

Mike Tomlin said if QB Kenny Pickett (concussion protocol) is "able to work, we'll work him. If not, we'll get Mitch and Mason ready." He said when dealing with concussion protocol, you take it day-to-day.

— Gerry Dulac (@gerrydulac) December 13, 2022
  • Mac Jones was famously seen on camera visibly frustrated with New England Patriots offensive coordinator Matt Patricia's playcalling. Was Patricia offended by this (no pun intended)? He says no. "We're trying to win, so I love all that... I know [Mac Jones] wants to win, and he's doing everything he can just like we all are. So, that stuff's great."
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  • It's not a secret that Matt Ryan is nearing the end of his NFL career. It's also not a secret that this year has been particularly hard on Ryan, as it seems he's constantly slammed into the turf at alarming rates. Ryan says he's not focused on if he'll continue playing after 2022. What will happen to my content?

Matt Ryan turns 38 next May and is under contract for 2023.

Ryan, today, on if he’s thought about playing next year: pic.twitter.com/zXoOyh4kJJ

— Kevin Bowen (@KBowen1070) December 13, 2022
  • Baltimore Ravens backup quarterback Tyler Huntley is in concussion protocol but was able to participate in Tuesday's walk-through practice. Huntley was listed as limited.
    • Lamar Jackson did not practice Tuesday.

Good news for Ravens: QB Tyler Huntley was participating during media viewing of Tuesday’s practice.

Huntley left Sunday’s game with a concussion. pic.twitter.com/WpXM4axUKe

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) December 13, 2022
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  • Brock Purdy remained limited in practice on Sunday as he tries to play through his injury. Purdy stated earlier in the week that he expects to play.
    • For an official "ok" to play, head coach Kyle Shanahan says it will be "probably" Thursday.

Kyle Shanahan said #49ers QB Brock Purdy (oblique/rib) will be limited in practice today.

The 49ers aren't going to do much on the practice field, but the guys listed as "limited" will be more limited than the others, Shanahan said.

— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) December 13, 2022
  • The Tennessee Titans signed QB Kevin Hogan to the practice squad.
  • Baker Mayfield is in line to start for the Los Angeles Rams this week.
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Kyler Murray suffers knee injury in Monday Night Football

12/13/2022

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a non-contact knee injury on the third play during Monday Night Football.

Murray was in the middle of a scramble when his knee appeared to buckle. (I'm not going to post the video, but you can look for it if you want to see it.) Murray was carted off the field, surrounded by teammates, and quickly ruled questionable to return. Murray was later ruled out by the team in the second quarter with a knee injury.

Backup QB Colt McCoy replaced him.

Both teams went over to console Kyler Murray on the cart □□□□□□ pic.twitter.com/XNUxZgNFA9

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 13, 2022
Reports began to emerge throughout the game that Murray had torn his ACL. Murray will have an MRI on Tuesday to confirm.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray is expected to have an MRI tomorrow but there is "little doubt that it’s torn," a source told me, referring to the quarterback's ACL.

— Josh Weinfuss (@joshweinfuss) December 13, 2022

more Qb News:

  • San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw will be one of the lucky few to be able to tell his grandchildren that he intercepted the Tom Brady one day. Thankfully, he has proof. Greenlaw made sure to get Brady's signature on the ball for safekeeping.
    • Is there a chance Brady could be on the Niners' field in 2023, but on the roster? "I don't go there," he said. "I'm just trying to get this right, and see what we can possibly accomplish."

Class act ✍️ pic.twitter.com/sw7Egm9vYs

— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) December 12, 2022
  • Speaking of Brady, adding to his problems is a potential hand injury. Brady downplayed the injury, saying he feels fine, but the video shows a pretty hard shot.

Tom Brady hit his hand very hard on a #49ers defender's helmet. pic.twitter.com/8pBchHCuTO

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 12, 2022
  • Justin Herbert had a big night on Sunday, setting the record for most passing yards through his first three seasons with 13,056. The previous record-holder was now-retired QB Andrew Luck. Herbert had this to say about Luck: "I've got a ton of respect for Andrew Luck. For him as a football player, as a person, as a teammate - I think it's just cool to be in the same conversation as him."
  • The Dallas Cowboys had to breathe several sighs of relief after coming away with a near-loss to the worst team in the league, the Houston Texans. Amongst a string of blowouts, the Cowboys were heavily favored in this one and came away with a 27-23 win. Dak Prescott thinks this type of win will make them a better team in the long term. "This will serve us more than I think the Minnesota game or even the way we finished the last game when it comes down to it because we're going to play some tough games as we get going."
  • Brock Purdy won fans over as he beat Tom Brady in a blowout, and he won over his teammates as well. Nick Bosa praised the rookie's performance: "I had a lot of confidence in him, but obviously, it's the NFL, and you've got to perform. And he did that pretty darn good."
    • Purdy is dealing with an oblique injury and had an MRI on Monday. He is expected to be ready to play on Thursday despite the injury. Purdy was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

#49ers QB Brock Purdy is getting an MRI today on his injured oblique, per source.

Purdy got hurt on the game's second drive Sunday, and obviously played well after it. So, not a lot of concern pending further tests. But a quick turnaround for Thursday night in Seattle.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 12, 2022
  • Patrick Mahomes threw an uncharacteristic three interceptions on Sunday, but he's thankful the rest of the team was able to step up when he had a bad day. "The defense made a lot of stops in critical moments when we were putting them in some bad situations."
  • Jeff Saturday says Matt Ryan will remain the starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts following the bye week.
  • The Washington Commanders activated Carson Wentz off of injured reserve on Monday. He will serve as Taylor Heinicke's backup.

Commanders activated QB Carson Wentz from the Reserve/Injured List.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 12, 2022
  • Andy Dalton will remain the New Orleans Saints' starter for Week 15.
  • New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh said Mike White is day-to-day after suffering a (series of) rib injury on Sunday. Saleh wouldn't commit to Joe Flacco or Zach Wilson starting in his place, or as the backup. I know what the obvious choice is.

Saleh is non-committal on whether it will be Flacco or Wilson for QB2 this week, so it sounds like there’s a chance Wilson could get a bump up. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) December 12, 2022
  • The Atlanta Falcons announced their quarterback change - to rookie Desmond Ridder. Head coach Arthur Smith said that while it was a performance-based decisiont to bench Marcus Mariota, he will go to injured reserve, ending his season.
  • Russell Wilson exited Sunday's game with a head injury and he was placed in concussion protocol, where he remains. Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett said on Monday that all they can do is go through the process. "

#Broncos coach Hackett says Wilson feels great today. But he’s in protocol #Denver7 pic.twitter.com/2x4OTvm0RA

— Troy Renck (@TroyRenck) December 12, 2022
  • The Baltimore Ravens are unsure who will start at QB this week. With Tyler Huntley in concussion protocol, it could be Anthony Brown this week. Head coach John Harbaugh said he has no update on Lamar Jackson's status, which likely means he won't be able to go after missing just one week with a PCL sprain. "I really don't have any updates that I would be allowed to share on that."
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Rams claim Baker Mayfield

12/7/2022

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The Los Angeles Rams were the lucky winners of the Baker Mayfield sweepstakes after he was put on waivers by the Carolina Panthers on Monday.

Former No. 1 overall pick Baker Mayfield was claimed on waivers today by the Los Angeles Rams, per league sources. The Rams now inherit the remaining $1.35 million on Mayfield’s contract. Mayfield is expected to fly to LA by tonight and could play Thursday night vs. the Raiders. pic.twitter.com/CAIVhY25Nu

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
While he's not expected to start on Thursday night, Mayfield reportedly went straight to LA, playbook in hand and ready to learn the offense. The Rams placed starting quarterback Matthew Stafford on injured reserve after a series of injuries; backup John Wolford is also injured, leaving Bryce Perkins at the position.

While Los Angeles is all but done as far as the playoff race goes, and Mayfield hasn't exactly lit it up in the NFL, this is the best roster he's been a part of thus far. It'll be interesting to see what comes of this move long-term.

Despite a few other teams potentially needing someone at the QB position, the Rams were the only team to put in a waiver claim for Mayfield.

more qb news:

  • In probably the best news they could have gotten, Jimmy Garoppolo got good news on his foot injury on Tuesday, avoiding a Lisfranc injury and surgery. Garoppolo could return in 7-8 weeks, putting him in the window to return in the postseason, should the San Francisco 49ers make it that far without him. The Niners plan to roll with Brock Purdy at the starting role for the time being.
    • The Niners signed QB Josh Johnson to a one-year deal.
    • San Francisco did not put a waiver claim in on Mayfield.

Sources: Doctors concluded today that 49ers' QB Jimmy Garoppolo does not need foot surgery, it is not a Lisfranc injury, and if rehab goes smoothly, he could have a chance to return in 7-8 weeks, making him a potential playoff contributor. pic.twitter.com/beYu1Pa9KU

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
  • Baltimore Ravens quarterback has been diagnosed with a sprained PCL, and will likely miss Week 14's game. A typical recovery period for this type of injury is 1-3 weeks.
    • While the Pittsburgh Steelers aren't likely to face starting quarterback Lamar Jackson on Sunday, they will meet Tyler Huntley, a familiar face for them. Huntley played a pretty solid game against Pittsburgh last season, and head coach Mike Tomlin says they're expecting an improved Huntley. "We expect to see a much better guy."

Ravens’ QB Lamar Jackson suffered a sprained PCL during Sunday’s win over the Denver Broncos, per league sources. PCL injuries often sideline players 1-to-3 weeks and Ravens’ HC John Harbaugh already has said Jackson is “less likely” to play Sunday vs. the Steelers. pic.twitter.com/4ra4KDuUdQ

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
  • The Indianapolis Colts have a bye week in Week 14, and they'll (hopefully) spend it evaluating things. Head coach Jeff Saturday says they'll look at everything, including the QB position because Matt Ryan is bad. "We're going to look at everything, no position in particular, but everybody. We need the best 11 on the field every time. If we think somebody gives us a better chance to win, let's have those discussions this week."
  • Speaking of benching quarterbacks on their bye week, I present to you the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Arthur Smith talked about making team changes during this week off. "We've got to get over this hump here, and there are a lot of things at stake. It's going to be what's best for this team short term and long term."
  • Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said there could be discussions about backup QB Jordan Love starting games late in the regular season.
  • Tua Tagovailoa left Sunday's game early while dealing with an ankle injury. Head coach Mike McDaniel said it's not a big deal, and Tagovailoa shouldn't miss any time. "We will just be mindful of what he does...But I'm very confident and don't anticipate any sort of setback that would negate him playing in the upcoming football match."
  • The Washington Commanders seem prepared to ride the Taylor Heinicke wave from now on, with Carson Wentz as the backup. Head coach Ron Rivera confirmed. "I feel comfortable with Taylor. When Carson's activated, he'll be the primary backup, and we'll go from there."
  • John Wolford returned to a limited practice on Tuesday.
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Aaron Rodgers plans to play this week

11/30/2022

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  • Aaron Rodgers has been going through it lately, dealing with a broken thumb and now a ribs/oblique injury that he suffered during Sunday's game. Rodgers says that despite all those things, he got good news on his scans Monday, and expects to play this week.

Aaron Rodgers on the @PatMcAfeeShow show:

“I got good news with the scans yesterday, so I plan on playing this week.” pic.twitter.com/rNPQZmPeSU

— Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) November 29, 2022

more QB News:

  • Deshaun Watson was reinstated on Monday after completing all the terms of his suspension. Whoop de doo. Head coach Kevin Stefanski said he's confident in Watson's preparation to get back on the field. "This is never, ever gonna be about one person. But as it relates to Deshaun, I believe in his preparation, I believe that he worked really hard on a bunch of things to be ready to go." Maybe he also would have been ready to go had he not sexually assaulted over 20 women...
  • The Tom Brady-Mike Evans connection seems to be off this season, as is most other things regarding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Head coach Todd Bowles has no idea what's up with that. "It's a good question... We've got to get that fixed, we've got to get them back on the same page."
  • The Packers worked out quarterback James Morgan on Tuesday.
  • Pray for the Indianapolis Colts. Nothing's wrong with them, Matt Ryan is just still going to be their starting QB.
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Taylor Heinicke will start in Week 11

11/17/2022

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The moment we've all been waiting for - we finally know who will be starting for the Washington Commanders going forward. Head coach Ron Rivera announced on Wednesday that quarterback Taylor Heinicke will start for the team in Week 11 against the Houston Texans.

Taylor Heinicke will start Sunday in Houston, Ron Rivera said.

— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 16, 2022
Carson Wentz is still on injured reserve with a finger injury, but he is eligible to resume throwing. It's unclear whether Heinicke will remain the starter for the remainder of the season, or if it's just next week.

In my personal opinion, I think Heinicke has more than earned it. The offense plays better with him, and his record (3-1 as a starter) shows it. He'll get a gimme game against the Texans, but beating the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles was a huge momentum shift for the Commanders.

more qb news:

  • Kliff Kingsbury said QB Kyler Murray remains day-to-day with a hamstring injury. Backup QB Colt McCoy is also dealing with a knee injury, so if neither can go this week it will be none other than Trace McSorley. Can't wait! Note: Murray initially injured his hamstring in Week Eight vs. the Minnesota Vikings, per an ESPN report.

Kingsbury injury updates:

- Confirms TE Zach Ertz done for the season
- Kyler Murray and Colt McCoy day to day. Hopes at least one of them will be available.
- said there is a “chance” Hollywood Brown will play

— Darren Urban (@Cardschatter) November 16, 2022
  • Josh Allen has had an uncharacteristic streak of turnovers in the past four games, leaving people wondering what, exactly, is up with him? Allen spoke on Wednesday and acknowledged that most of it was due to pressing, or trying to get too much done. "I can make a play or I can trust somebody else to make a play that I've battled with my entire football career, and trying to do too much sometimes." Note: Allen was limited in Wednesday's practice.
  • The Indianapolis Colts put QB Matt Ryan back in the lineup last week, and there he will remain. Cause if an 87-year old Matt Ryan has to save you, that means you're down bad.

If this wasn’t already clear, Jeff Saturday confirmed it today: “Matt Ryan is our starting quarterback.”

— Zak Keefer (@zkeefer) November 16, 2022
  • New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen said Andy Dalton will continue as the starting quarterback this week. Joy.
  • Ryan Tannehill exited the Tennessee Titans' injury report and should be good to go for Thursday Night Football.
  • As Deshaun Watson is now back practicing with the Cleveland Browns, current starter Jacoby Brissett said he's only focused on what he can control - himself. "It's the coach's job to balance how he splits things up and stuff like that. I just have to go out there and prepare like I always prepare."
  • Baker Mayfield will be starting for the Carolina Panthers this week, but Sam Darnold is also cleared and ready to go after a high ankle sprain has kept him out for most of the season. Head coach Steve Wilks basically said there's a possibility they'll turn to Darnold at some point, even if it's not this week. "I just want to be able to get Sam some opportunities. Because the first time that he goes in there, I don't want it to be the first time."
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The Eagles are defeated no more

11/15/2022

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The Philadelphia Eagles are undefeated no more. Unfortunately, the Eagles played their worst game all season with three turnovers. While the game went back and forth for most of the duration, it wasn't as close as the score might suggest. The Eagles couldn't keep the Washington Commanders off the field (not something I thought I'd ever say), and it seemed like every time Philly seemed to get it together, they turned the ball over.

Neither quarterback impressed, but Washington QB Taylor Heinicke celebrated in style on the flight home. If this doesn't seal him keeping the starting job, I'm not sure what will.

Taylor Heinicke getting the Kirk Cousins treatment while the Commanders have their players in economy with trash cans full of Busch Lite is one of the funniest scenes from this season pic.twitter.com/lv4hjs8ZhF

— NFL Memes (@NFL_Memes) November 15, 2022

other qb news:

  • The Carolina Panthers will start Baker Mayfield at quarterback this week as PJ Walker is dealing with a high-ankle sprain. Sam Darnold will be the backup. Mayfield hasn't played well this season, so I wouldn't be surprised if they turned to Darnold to see what he has in a last-ditch effort.

With P.J. Walker dealing with a high ankle sprain, Panthers’ HC Steve Wilks told reporters that Baker Mayfield will start Sunday vs. Baltimore.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2022
  • Aaron Rodgers has been silently (and sometimes, not so silently) begging for a wide receiver to show up for the Green Bay Packers. On Sunday, we finally had the Christian Watson Emergence Game. Rodgers spoke about it postgame. "We had a lot of plays designed for him, so I don't think there was any other option. I think that first touchdown, probably on the atomic level, shifted a lot of different things for him, exorcising some demons. I'm proud of him. He made some plays." Of course, this is how Rodgers explains this.
  • Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson isn't allowed to play until Week 13, but this is the first week he's allowed to practice with the team. While I'm sure this is an upgrade for the Browns on the field, it's a downgrade as far as morals go.

Under the terms of his 11-game suspension, Browns’ QB Deshaun Watson is eligible to begin practicing, effective today. He can make his season debut in Week 13 at Houston against his former team.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2022
  • In one of the biggest blunders of the day, Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady tried (and failed) to catch a pass from running back Leonard Fournette. Brady gave the play-by-play version postgame. "It was too late, and the ball went up in the air, and I was trying to just, whatever, jump up and knock it down. But I ended up falling on my face."
  • Matt Ryan got the start for the Indianapolis Colts this weekend and left guard Quenton Nelson had nothing but good things to say about him getting his job back.

Quenton Nelson on Matt Ryan — this speaks for most of the locker room, which never wanted to see Ryan benched in the first place:

More inside the Colts' wild week--https://t.co/YEtoZv5BEN pic.twitter.com/3spWiRGnNa

— Zak Keefer (@zkeefer) November 14, 2022
  • People (aka me) are waiting for the Atlanta Falcons to release Desmond Ridder into the wild, and it doesn't appear that that could be happening anytime soon. However, head coach Arthur Smith says he didn't consider benching starter Marcus Mariota on Sunday, and "If we were going to make a change, I'd tell you. You'd see it at practice."
  • Stop me if you've heard this before, but Dennis Allen and the New Orleans Saints are undecided on the quarterback position for next week. There's a chance they could end the Andy Dalton Experiment and go back to Jameis Winston. The Saints play the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

Dennis Allen said he’ll sit down and visit with Jameis Winston, will talk to the medical staff, etc, said they have to do what gives the team the best chance to win. Said he has not made a decision at QB yet, but sounds like Winston is a possibility.

— Katherine Terrell (@Kat_Terrell) November 14, 2022
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Good news so far for Josh Allen's elbow

11/10/2022

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Mystery has surrounded Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen after he suffered an elbow injury in Sunday's game. While rumors swirled that he had a UCL injury that may end his season (and, therefore, potentially the Bills' season), the team got good news on Wednesday that Allen is considered day-to-day and will be questionable for Week 10's game.

Head coach Sean McDermott said Allen will not practice today (Wednesday), and while it doesn't seem promising for this week, at least his season isn't over. Day-to-day is definitely better than week-to-week.

Bills HC Sean McDermott on QB Josh Allen's elbow injury "He's day to day. And the next question is, 'is he going to play?' We'll see."

— Joe Buscaglia (@JoeBuscaglia) November 9, 2022

more qb news:

  • Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll is in the running for Coach of the Year, as he's lead QB Geno Smith and the rest of the team in a direction no one thought they were going. It might come down to the details, as Smith makes it easier on the coordinator by wearing a wristband. "If you notice, Geno's going off the wristband, and that's a big help... We never did that before. There was resistance to that, so we didn't do that before." A soft shot to Russell Wilson, perhaps?
  • Tennessee Titans QB Ryan Tannehill says he's still dealing with his ankle injury and that it's mostly a pain-tolerance issue. It sounds like it may be rookie Malik Willis again in Week 10.

#Titans' Tannehill: Going to be dealing with pain tolerance for a while. It's definitely testing my patience, doing everything I can to help it heal.

— John Glennon (@glennonsports) November 9, 2022
  • Amongst the dumpster fire that has been the Indianapolis Colts this season, former coach Frank Reich  benched QB Matt Ryan earlier this season, opting to go with Sam Ehlinger. Once a head coaching change was made, could they go back to Ryan, hoping for a different outcome (fat chance)? "If we decide to make a change, we'll make a change. It's not something we're locked into."
  • Justin Fields was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week Nine.
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