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Seahawks Reject Mixon After Physical, Turn to Henry Jr. Amid Backfield Crisis
sports4 days ago

Seahawks Reject Mixon After Physical, Turn to Henry Jr. Amid Backfield Crisis

The Seattle Seahawks declined to sign veteran running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad after a physical examination, according to ESPN. The team instead signed Robert Henry Jr. from the Washington Commanders' practice squad to address immediate depth issues. This move follows the placement of rookie Jadarian Price on injured reserve with a chest injury, which will keep him out for at least four games. While Mixon missed the 2025 season due to a foot injury, the Seahawks are currently relying on Emanuel Wilson, who had a strong performance against the Los Angeles Chargers. Zach Charbonnet, recovering from a torn ACL, has begun his 21-day practice window and may return soon.

via Bleacher Report|
#injury#joe-mixon#nfl
Eagles Place Tank Bigsby on IR After Core Muscle Surgery
sports4 days ago

Eagles Place Tank Bigsby on IR After Core Muscle Surgery

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed running back Tank Bigsby on injured reserve following core muscle surgery, a move confirmed by NFL insider Ian Rapoport. Bigsby is expected to miss approximately six weeks, leaving the team with a severely depleted backfield as they prepare for a Week 5 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. This development compounds existing concerns, as lead running back Saquon Barkley remains uncertain for the same game due to a hamstring injury sustained in the Eagles' Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. With Bigsby out and Barkley's status pending, the Eagles may be forced to rely on Will Shipley, who is the only other running back on the active roster, or elevate players from the practice squad.

via Bleeding Green Nation|
#nfl-injuries#philadelphia-eagles#running-back
Kenneth Walker Aims for All the Touches as Chiefs Plan Balanced Split
sports17 days ago

Kenneth Walker Aims for All the Touches as Chiefs Plan Balanced Split

Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker has dominated early, leading the NFL in carries, rushing yards, touches, and yards from scrimmage through two weeks; coach Andy Reid says rookie Emmett Johnson will get more snaps to spell Walker and help him stay fresh, while Walker says he wants a ball every play and isn’t seeking to come out. The Chiefs plan a balanced rotation as the season progresses, heading into Week 3 against the Dolphins.

via NBC Sports|
#andy-reid#kansas-city-chiefs#kenneth-walker
Hurricanes Lose Brown and Moore to Season-Ending Injuries After Wake Forest Win
college-sports18 days ago

Hurricanes Lose Brown and Moore to Season-Ending Injuries After Wake Forest Win

Miami Hurricanes will be without Marty Brown and Josh Moore for the season after injuries sustained in the Wake Forest game, with Ezekiel Marcelin Jr. also out for several weeks. Coach Mario Cristobal said running back Mark Fletcher Jr. and wide receiver Malachi Toney should be fine, and freshman Javian Mallory has stepped up as a top back behind UM’s lead back, as depth at the position thins.

via Sun Sentinel|
#college-football#college-sports#injuries
Lions 2026: Gibbs workload, O-line depth, and secondary health
sports1 month ago

Lions 2026: Gibbs workload, O-line depth, and secondary health

Detroit's 2026 outlook hinges on four focal spots: running back, offensive line, the secondary, and the defensive line. With Montgomery gone, Gibbs carries the load, but his small frame and thin depth behind him (plus Pacheco’s injuries) leave the Lions vulnerable if he goes down. The revamped offensive line is still unproven: Mays is out until mid-October, Miller is adjusting as a rookie, and Scruggs is stepping in at center, all of which will shape Jared Goff’s protection and the run game. In the secondary, Branch and Joseph are sidelined early, leaving D.J. Reed as CB1 and Ya-Sin as the likely CB2; health and performance will determine how exposed the unit becomes. On defense, Hutchinson anchors a deeper pass-rush group that must generate pressure to compensate for the young secondary. How these units perform will largely decide whether Detroit reaches its ceiling in 2026.

via The New York Times|
#defensive-line#detroit-lions#nfl
14 Potential Fantasy League Winners for 2026: High-Upside RBs and WRs
sports1 month ago

14 Potential Fantasy League Winners for 2026: High-Upside RBs and WRs

An upside-focused fantasy football guide for 2026 naming 14 league-winning candidates at RB and WR, led by Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, and Christian McCaffrey, with a WR core of Malik Nabers, Tee Higgins, Christian Watson, Mike Evans, Terry McLaurin, Davante Adams, and De’Zhaun Stribling. It emphasizes ceiling, value over replacement, and favorable offenses, recommending late-round QB targets and a strategy centered on high-scoring situations.

via FantasyPros|
#draft-strategy#fantasy-football#nfl
Lloyd Steps Up as Packers' RB1 Ahead of 2026 Opener
sports1 month ago

Lloyd Steps Up as Packers' RB1 Ahead of 2026 Opener

MarShawn Lloyd has been named Green Bay’s No. 1 running back as the Packers head into the 2026 opener, saying he’s ready to carry the load after rehab and two quiet seasons. Coaches and GM Brian Gutekunst tout his readiness, noting full participation since OTAs. The team added reinforcements Jonnu Smith, Kaleb Johnson and Mark Redman and added two practice-squad specialists, while Warren Brinson missed practice. Lloyd will share backfield duties with Chris Brooks and Kaleb Johnson as Week 1 at Minnesota approaches.

via Sports Illustrated|
#green-bay-packers#kaleb-johnson#marshawn-lloyd
Chiefs envision Kenneth Walker as their three-down workhorse
nfl1 month ago

Chiefs envision Kenneth Walker as their three-down workhorse

The Athletic reports the Chiefs view Kenneth Walker as a potential three-down back after waiving Emari Demercado, leaving Walker as the likely bellcow with limited pass-down help behind him in Emmett Johnson and Brashard Smith; KC may add a veteran free agent, but Walker is expected to handle a true, dual-threat workload in Andy Reid’s offense.

via nbcsports.com|
#emari-demercado#kansas-city-chiefs#kenneth-walker
Colts bolster practice squad with Davon Booth; Bentley IV exits
sports1 month ago

Colts bolster practice squad with Davon Booth; Bentley IV exits

The Indianapolis Colts shuffled their practice squad, signing former Browns running back Davon Booth and releasing Ulysses Bentley IV, while adding guard Reid Holskey and re-signing tackle Luke Tenuta. Booth, an undrafted Mississippi State product, provides developmental upside at running back, and Holskey adds interior line depth as the team heads toward the 2026 opener.

via Stampede Blue|
#colts#davon-booth#practice-squad
Packers reshuffle 53-man roster, boosting tight end and backfield depth
sports1 month ago

Packers reshuffle 53-man roster, boosting tight end and backfield depth

Green Bay reshaped its 53-man roster by adding veteran Jonnu Smith and trading for Mark Redman to shore up the tight end group behind Luke Musgrave (who starts the regular season on PUP) and Tucker Kraft; Kaleb Johnson was added at running back as the Jacobs situation lingers, while undrafted rookie J. Michael Sturdivant earned a spot as a sixth receiver and Anthony Campbell unexpectedly stuck at defensive tackle, with more moves expected around waivers, practice squad and a possible third quarterback behind Love and Tyrod Taylor.

via Green Bay Packers|
#nfl#packers#roster