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The New England Patriots announced they acquired WR A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for future draft picks, with terms not disclosed; the Patriots also placed TE Julian Hill on injured reserve. Brown, a seven-year veteran and three-time Pro Bowler with 8,029 career receiving yards and 56 TDs, adds a proven playmaker as NE looks to boost its passing game after last season’s 1,003 receiving yards and 7 TDs.
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was placed on injured reserve after a lower-body injury sustained during the Milan Cortina Olympic tournament, sidelining him for at least a week (potentially longer) as Pittsburgh pursues its playoff push after the Olympic break.
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was placed on injured reserve with a minimum four-week absence after injuring his knee at the Olympics, leaving Pittsburgh to navigate a grueling schedule without their leading scorer.
New England activated wide receiver Mack Hollins from injured reserve after an abdominal injury, with Hollins returning to practice this week and set to play in Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos; the team also placed defensive tackle Eric Gregory on IR and elevated running back D’Ernest Johnson and defensive end Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad. Hollins had 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns this season and is noted as a strong run blocker.
The Patriots activated Mack Hollins from injured reserve to the 53-man roster for the AFC Championship in Denver, placed DT Eric Gregory on IR, and elevated RB D’Ernest Johnson and DE Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad; WR Trent Sherfield Sr. was released from the practice squad.
Denver designated center Luke Wattenberg to return from injured reserve, opening a 21-day practice window after a Christmas Day shoulder injury; Wattenberg had started the first 15 games this season, signed a four-year, $48 million extension in November, and started 13 games in 2024 after winning the training camp competition.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said it’s not yet clear whether Mack Hollins will practice this week since he’s eligible to return off injured reserve; Hollins had a productive 2025 season, and the team is also evaluating whether defensive tackle Joshua Farmer will begin practicing this week ahead of the AFC Championship.
Buffalo Bills activated defensive tackle Ed Oliver and wide receiver Curtis Samuel from injured reserve ahead of the divisional round against the Denver Broncos, providing needed depth after both were sidelined (Oliver since Oct. 26, Samuel since Nov. 16). Both were listed as questionable; Samuel had full participation in the last two practices and Oliver was limited earlier in the week. The team also promoted Mecole Hardman Jr. and elevated Frank Gore Jr. from the practice squad to bolster the roster.
Seattle could enter the divisional round against the 49ers healthier, as Elijah Arroyo returned to practice and could be activated from injured reserve; if so, he would be the eighth IR return for Seattle, potentially opening the door for two more players, George Holani and Chazz Surratt, to come back. Cross and Bryant also might return, while Tory Horton and Cody White are not expected back this year. Seattle is balancing rest and practice ahead of the game at Lumen Field.
The Bills placed WR Gabe Davis on Injured Reserve with a torn ACL from the Wild Card win over the Jaguars, ending his season after 12 receptions for 129 yards and a TD in six games. DT Ed Oliver and WR Curtis Samuel were designated to return to practice, with 21-day windows opened. Buffalo also added WR Kristian Wilkerson to the practice squad and signed OL Nick Broeker to a reserve/future contract.
The Carolina Panthers activated Pro Bowl guard Robert Hunt from injured reserve ahead of their playoff game against the Rams, marking his return after a biceps injury that sidelined him since Week 2. Hunt's presence is expected to boost the team's offensive line and bring leadership and energy to the squad during the crucial playoff match.
The Green Bay Packers activated linebacker Nick Niemann from injured reserve, placed cornerback Bo Melton on injured reserve, signed rookie defensive lineman Anthony Campbell to the practice squad, and placed wide receiver Will Sheppard on the practice squad, as announced by GM Brian Gutekunst.
The New England Patriots activated T Will Campbell and DT Milton Williams from injured reserve, released DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr., and elevated OL Brenden Jaimes and DL Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, making several roster adjustments ahead of their games.
The Green Bay Packers made several roster moves including signing WR Jakobie Keeney-James and G/C Lecitus Smith from the practice squad, placing Donovan Jennings and Savion Williams on injured reserve, and elevating TE Drake Dabney and LB Jamon Johnson for game day, as announced by GM Brian Gutekunst.
The Tennessee Titans made multiple roster changes ahead of their season finale against the Jaguars, including activating Bryce Oliver and Ali Gaye from Injured Reserve, placing Van Jefferson and Jayln Armour-Davis on IR, signing Kemon Hall, and elevating Cole Turner for the game.