Injuries Keep NFL Teams Guessing Ahead of Week 3
Several quarterbacks and skill players faced injuries in Week 2, with updates pending on their status for upcoming games.
The Los Angeles Rams are still undecided on wide receiver Puka Nacua's availability for the Week 2 matchup with the New York Giants, according to NFL Network. Nacua missed the team's last two practices because of hip and groin problems, and officials said a decision will be made before kickoff based on his readiness.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley returned after sustaining a stinger in the second quarter of the Eagles' narrow win, but he will undergo an MRI on Monday. He recorded four rushes and one reception after rejoining the game in the third quarter.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans left the game with a hip injury but may have returned later, while teammate Demarcus Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain that is expected to keep him out for several weeks, ESPN reported.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will have additional tests on his elbow on Monday after dislocating it during the loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The injury occurred when Daniels fell after taking a snap in the second quarter; he previously missed four games with a similar injury last season.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is scheduled for an MRI on his hamstring on Monday following a non-contact injury that appeared painful during the Bears' defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. While the injury does not appear to involve the Achilles or knee, a hamstring problem could sideline him for an extended period.