Week-2 NFL Injury Report: A.J. Brown on IR and Multiple Skill Setbacks
The New England Patriots placed wide receiver A. J. Brown on injured reserve as the league prepared for Week 2, adding to a growing list of skill-position injuries that include hamstring, ankle and wrist ailments. Earlier reports had detailed other roster moves and health updates ahead of the season opener.
The Carolina Panthers said they would split running-back duties between Jonathon Brooks and Jeff Hubbard if the latter remained healthy, while the New York Giants released veteran receiver Darius Slayton. The Los Angeles Rams noted that rookie Puka Nacua could avoid disciplinary action despite a pending civil suit. Fantasy-football analysts and CBS Sports also listed numerous players sidelined for Week 1, ranging from the Baltimore Ravens to the Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Chargers.
