As the NFL heads into Week 14, the playoff picture is getting clearer, but several teams are dealing with major injury questions. The 2025 season moves into December, so teams are facing crunch time for keeping players healthy.
For NFL fans and fantasy managers, the injury list is critical for tracking who might be out or limited in upcoming games. Here is a breakdown of notable injuries and what you need to know.
Aaron Jones Sr., RB, and JJ McCarthy, QB, Minnesota Vikings
Update 12/5: On Friday, Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy and running back Aaron Jones Sr. were taken off the injury report and are good to go on Sunday.
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy cleared concussion protocol and appears ready to go for Sunday.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. suffered a shoulder injury in Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. On Wednesday, Jones was a limited participant in the team’s practice, according to a post on X from ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.
QB JJ McCarthy was a full participant in today’s practice and RB Aaron Jones was limited. pic.twitter.com/Eeru7RzoEq
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
Jones injured his shoulder in the third quarter. There is a chance he will miss Sunday’s home game against the Washington Commanders.
According to the PFSN NFL RB Impact metric, Jones has an impact score of 74.2 and grades out to a C. He has 300 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown this season. He has also missed time this year with a shoulder injury. It is unclear whether the latest injury involves the same shoulder.
Trey Benson and Emari Demercado, RB, and Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals
Update 12/5: On Friday, Cardinals running backs Trey Benson and Emari Demercado were ruled out for Sunday. Also, wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and Greg Dortch, defensive linemen Walter Nolen III LJ Collier, and defensive backs Mac Melton and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson were ruled out, too.
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Benson and wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. did not practice.
On Wednesday, Benson, who has been dealing with a knee injury, did not practice. Bo Brack, Cardinals reporter for PHNX Cardinals, posted on X that it was the third straight day Benson missed practice.
RB Trey Benson (knee) missed his third straight practice. Not a good sign with just 7 days remaining on his 21-Day practice window @PHNX_Cardinals
— Bo Brack (@BoBrack) December 3, 2025
Harrison Jr., who has been dealing with a heel injury, also did not participate in Wednesday’s practice.
The Cardinals will turn to Bam Knight and Michael Carter to fill the running back snaps. According to PFSN’s RB Impact metrics, Knight has an impact score of 65.9 and grades out to a D, while Carter has a 63.9 impact score and also grades out to a D. Harrison Jr. has an impact score of 76.0 and grades out to a C in PFSN’s WR Impact metric.
Jadeveon Clowney, DE, Dallas Cowboys
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Cowboys defensive end Jadeveon Clowney was listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury for Thursday night’s game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field, according to ESPN NFL Nation Cowboys reporter Todd Archer.
Kyler Murray, QB, Arizona Cardinals
Update 12/5: On Friday, Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon said that quarterback Kyler Murray, who has been dealing with a foot injury, would not return to play this season. According to a report shared on X by Dianna Russini of The Athletic, Murray had some tests made out of Arizona and the foot is not progressing.
Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Ravens
Update 12/5: On Friday, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to practice and appears to be good to go on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Lamar Jackson has returned to practice and is on track to play Sunday vs. the Steelers. https://t.co/nJBspTskS7
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 5, 2025
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Jackson did not practice, according to ESPN Ravens reporter Jamison Hensley. “He was limited Wednesday with an ankle injury,” Hensley reported. “This marks the 4th straight week where Jackson has missed at least one practice. Tyler Huntley would start Sunday against the Steelers if Jackson is unable to play.”
Rome Odunze, WR, Chicago Bears
Update 12/5: On Friday, Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze, who is dealing with a foot injury, was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers, according to Schefter.
Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Saints
Update 12/5: On Friday, Saints running back Alvin Kamara was ruled out of action on Sunday.
On Wednesday, Kamara, who has been dealing with knee and ankle injuries, did not participate in practice.
Alvin Kamara (knee, ankle) doesn’t practice Wednesday.
— Underdog NFL (@UnderdogNFL) December 3, 2025
It is unclear whether Kamara will be available for the Saints’ next game. According to PFSN’s RB Impact metrics, Kamara has an impact score of 71.9 and grades out to a C-. He has 471 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown this season.
Aaron Rodgers, QB, and T.J. Watt, LB, Pittsburgh Steelers
Update 12/5: On Friday, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was spotted on the field during practice but was not shown taking snaps. Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt appears to be good to go on Sunday against the Ravens. Watt spoke to reporters ahead of the matchup.
T.J. Watt spoke to the media about facing the Ravens in Week 14, the defense and more. @PondLehocky
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) December 5, 2025
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Rodgers, who has been dealing with broken bones in his wrist, returned to the practice field ahead of Sunday’s game against Baltimore. Linebacker T.J. Watt, who has been dealing with a toe injury, went from being out on Wednesday to being a full-practice participant on Thursday.
Kyle Monangai, RB, Chicago Bears
Update 12/5: On Friday, Bears running back Kyle Monangai was not listed on the team’s injury report for Week 14.
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Monangai returned to the practice field and appears to be good to go on Sunday.
Jaylon Johnson and Kyle Monangai rocking the Nike Vapor Edge Kobe 6 ‘Grinch’ cleats. #Bears pic.twitter.com/Ha2NEkA0BD
— Nicholas Moreano (@NicholasMoreano) December 4, 2025
On Wednesday, Monangai, who is dealing with an ankle injury, did not practice. Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team posted the news on X.
#Bears RB Kyle Monangai has an ankle injury and did not practice today.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 3, 2025
According to PFSN’s RB Impact metrics, Monangai has an impact score of 80.3 and grades out to a B-. He has 591 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns this season.
Jalen Carter, DT, Philadelphia Eagles
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Schefter reported that Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter underwent a surgical procedure on both of his shoulders and will miss Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Sources: Eagles DT Jalen Carter is out for Monday night’s game vs. the Chargers after undergoing a procedure this past Monday on both his shoulders. Carter now is undergoing treatment on both shoulders, and he will be considered be week to week to return. Carter wanted to be as… pic.twitter.com/5qDTAyiLUp
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 4, 2025
“Sources: Eagles DT Jalen Carter is out for Monday night’s game vs. the Chargers after undergoing a procedure this past Monday on both his shoulders,” Schefter reported. “Carter now is undergoing treatment on both shoulders, and he will be considered be week to week to return. Carter wanted to be as close to 100% as possible for the playoff run.”
Jayden Daniels, QB, Washington Commanders
Update 12/5: On Friday, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that quarterback Jayden Daniels would start on Sunday.
HC Dan Quinn confirmed that Jayden Daniels will start Sunday vs. the Vikings pic.twitter.com/mLFYcwuwbC
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 5, 2025
Update 12/4: Daniels was a full participant on Thursday at the team’s practice facility, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.
Jayden Daniels a full participant is a very good sign for his return to the field… https://t.co/kfpRd0W0jY
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 4, 2025
On Wednesday, Daniels was listed as a limited participant in practice, according to Schefter.
Commanders listed QB Jayden Daniels as a limited participant in today’s practice ahead of Sunday’s game against the Vikings.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
Daniels is working to return for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. According to PFSN’s QB Impact metric, he has an impact score of 74.4 and grades out to a C. If he cannot play, Marcus Mariota will start.
Jawaan Taylor, T, and Trey Smith, G, Kansas City Chiefs
Update 12/5: On Friday, the Chiefs listed tackle Jawaan Taylor, who is dealing with triceps and knee injuries, and guard Trey Smith, who is dealing with an ankle injury, as doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans, according to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.
Sauce Gardner, CB, Indianapolis Colts
Update 12/5: On Friday, Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner was ruled out of action for Sunday.
Drake London, WR, Atlanta Falcons
Update 12/5: On Friday, Falcons wide receiver Drake London, who is dealing with a knee injury, was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Justin Herbert, QB, Los Angeles Chargers
Update 12/5: On Friday, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert took part in some drills with the team but did not get actual snaps. “Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh says QB Justin Herbert has been in 7 on 7 and 11 on 11 drills but has not taken under center snaps in practice,” Bolts Breakdown host Alex Insdorf reported. “Harbaugh is ‘still optimistic’ he plays Monday.”
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Herbert was on the practice field with a cast on his left, non-throwing hand, according to ESPN Chargers reporter Kris Rhim.
Another look at Justin Herbert and his cast today pic.twitter.com/jh1tLCfo8R
— Kris Rhim (@krisrhim1) December 4, 2025
On Wednesday, Harbaugh said Herbert will not practice. Herbert might participate in a walk-through but not in full practice, according to Schefter.
Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh told reporters that his QB Justin Hebert, who underwent surgery on a broken bone in his left hand Monday, will not practice today, even if he will be on the field for a walk through. The Chargers are not ready to say whether Hebert will be able to play…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
According to PFSN’s QB Impact metrics, Herbert has an impact score of 80.2 and grades out to a B-. Schefter reported Herbert had surgery Monday on a broken bone in his left hand, and the Chargers were not ready to say whether he can play.
Trevon Diggs, CB, Tyler Guyton, T, and George Pickens, WR, Dallas Cowboys
On Wednesday, the Cowboys released an injury report that listed cornerback Trevon Diggs and tackle Tyler Guyton as out for Thursday’s game against Detroit.
Cowboys’ injury report ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Lions: pic.twitter.com/8Yy1LCN3uB
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
Diggs has a knee injury and Guyton an ankle injury. Wide receiver George Pickens, who has been dealing with calf and knee issues, appears available for the Cowboys, according to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport.
Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan, WRs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Update 12/5: On Friday, Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said both wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan will not play on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, according to Schefter.
Update 12/4: Evans was back on the practice field on Thursday for Tampa Bay. He’s been working to come back from a broken collarbone, according to Tampa Bay Times’ Buccaneers reporter Rick Stroud.
Mike Evans warns up for his second practice this week coming off the broken collarbone. pic.twitter.com/6BV9Ia5hGp
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) December 4, 2025
On Wednesday, the Buccaneers opened the 21-day practice window for Evans and McMillan, according to Schefter.
Buccaneers opened the 21-day practice window for wide receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan. They are eligible to be activated off of Injured Reserve at any time during the 21-day window.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
Evans and McMillan are eligible to be activated off injured reserve at any time during the window. According to PFSN’s WR Impact metrics, Evans has an impact score of 68.1 and grades out to a D+.
Justin Fields, QB, New York Jets
Update 12/5: On Friday, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn said that backup quarterback Justin Fields, who has been dealing with knee soreness, has been ruled out for Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, according to Schefter. Rookie Brady Cook will be the backup QB on Sunday.
Deshaun Watson, QB, Cleveland Browns
On Wednesday, the Browns designated quarterback Deshaun Watson for return to the team’s practice, according to Schefter. Watson has not played since last season.
Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, WRs, and Trey Hendrickson, DE, Cincinnati Bengals
Update 12/5: On Friday, Cincinnati wide receiver Tee Higgins was cleared from concussion protocol and will be ready to play on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. Fellow wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase appears to also be good to go on Sunday, too. Defensive end Trey Hendrikson, who has been dealing with hip and pelvis injuries, was ruled out of Sunday’s game.
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins did show up for some time on the practice field. According to ESPN Bengals reporter Ben Baby, “Bengals WR Tee Higgins did some sprints with head strength coach Joey Boese before going through some WR drills. Was limited yesterday as he makes his way through concussion protocol.”
Also showing up for some time on the practice field was Ja’Marr Chase.
Highlight of the open portion of today’s Bengals practice was Ja’Marr Chase breaking in the hand warmers before a brisk and windy day inside the stadium. pic.twitter.com/x0I02TtaHg
— Ben Baby (@Ben_Baby) December 4, 2025
On Wednesday, Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins, who has been dealing with concussion issues, was a limited participant in practice. A post on X from Cincinnati TV sports reporter Charlie Clifford of WLWT indicated that coach Zac Taylor said Higgins is making good progress.
A video from Wednesday showed both Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase running out to practice at Paycor Stadium.
Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase arrive together at Wednesday practice inside Paycor pic.twitter.com/AkdYsVywUH
— Mike Petraglia (@Trags) December 3, 2025
According to PFSN’s WR Impact metrics, Higgins has an impact score of 76.6 and grades out to a C. Chase has an impact score of 86.1 and grades out to a B.
Brian Branch, S, and Amon-Ra St. Brown, WR, Detroit Lions
Update 12/5: Lions safety Brian Branch suffered a torn ACL in Thursday night’s win over the Dallas Cowboys, according to Rapoport. An MRI indicated Branch’s injury. Branch was injured in the fourth quarter against Dallas and was carted off the field after getting checked out in the blue tent on the sidelines.
Update 12/4: On Thursday, Schefter reported that Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown did not practice all week long with the Lions ahead of their Thursday night home game at Ford Field against the Dallas Cowboys. He’s listed as questionable for Thursday night’s game. The Lions elevated wide receiver Malik Cunningham from the practice squad ahead of the game against the Cowboys.
Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown did not practice this week due to his ankle sprain and a return next week was considered the more “realistic expectation”, per source. But the team also knows St. Brown is one of the NFL’s toughest players, and if anyone can come back sooner, it’s him. pic.twitter.com/XXXDt5nS3M
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 4, 2025
“Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown did not practice this week due to his ankle sprain and a return next week was considered the more ‘realistic expectation’, per source,” Schefter wrote. “But the team also knows St. Brown is one of the NFL’s toughest players, and if anyone can come back sooner, it’s him.”
On Wednesday, St. Brown was listed as questionable on the team’s injury report ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Dallas Cowboys. Schefter posted the full injury report on X.
Lions ruled out four players for Thursday night’s game vs. the Cowboys but are listing wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown as questionable. pic.twitter.com/mWgKuopFpZ
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 3, 2025
St. Brown has an ankle injury and has not practiced all week. According to PFSN’s WR Impact metrics, he has an impact score of 86.4 and grades out to a B.
Out for the Year
- James Conner, RB, Arizona Cardinals (Foot)
- Joe Mixon, RB, Houston Texans (Foot)
- Chandler Martin, LB, Baltimore Ravens (Knee)
- Michael Penix Jr., QB, Atlanta Falcons (ACL)
- Miles Sanders, RB, Dallas Cowboys (Ankle/Knee)
- Cam Skattebo, RB, New York Giants (Ankle)
- Travis Hunter, WR-CB, Jacksonville Jaguars (Knee)
- Malik Nabers, WR, New York Giants (Knee)
- Antonio Gibson, RB, New England Patriots (Knee)
- Carson Wentz, QB, Minnesota Vikings (Non-throwing shoulder)
- Spencer Shrader, K, Indianapolis Colts (Knee)
- Patrick Jones II, OLB, Carolina Panthers (Back)
- Tyreek Hill, WR, Miami Dolphins (Knee)
- Trishton Jackson, WR, Arizona Cardinals (Thumb)
- Emory Jones, QB, Atlanta Falcons (Concussion)
- Dayton Wade, WR, Baltimore Ravens (Rib)
- Jonathon Brooks, RB, Carolina Panthers (Knee)
- Deion Hankins, RB, Chicago Bears (Shoulder)
- Cade McDonald, WR, Cleveland Browns (Undisclosed)
- Kye Robichaux, RB, Detroit Lions (Undisclosed)
- Irv Smith, TE, Houston Texans (Ankle)
- Brevin Jordan, TE, Houston Texans (Knee)
- D.J. Montgomery, WR, Indianapolis Colts (Undisclosed)
- Joshua Cephus, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars (Undisclosed)
- Keaontay Ingram, RB, Kansas City Chiefs (Undisclosed)
- Najee Harris, RB, Los Angeles Chargers (Achilles)
- Alexander Mattison, RB, Miami Dolphins (Neck)
- Jalin Conyers, TE, Miami Dolphins (Leg)
