NFL fans will have a triple helping of games to watch on Thanksgiving Day. But that means there are six different injury reports to review as each team continues to prepare for Turkey Day.
Below is a summary of each team’s injury report from Tuesday, as we are less than 48 hours away from a day full of food, family, and of course, football. Each Thanksgiving Day team will release their official game-day injury designations on Wednesday.
Each team that played on Thanksgiving Day conducted walk-throughs on Mondays and Tuesdays, so practice participation designations are based on estimates.
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For the Lions, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) and running back David Montgomery (shoulder) were limited Tuesday after not practicing Monday. Wide receiver Kalif Raymond (foot), tackle Taylor Decker (knee) and cornerback Carlton Davis III (knee/thumb) did not practice either day. Cornerback Terrion Arnold (groin) participated fully both days. Defensive lineman DJ Reader (illness) participated fully Tuesday after not participating Monday. Lions coach Dan Campbell said he feels “good” about the situation for Montgomery, Decker and Davis and added that Raymond’s injury “could be a little more serious.” He erred on the side of caution regarding the possible availability of his injured players for Thursday. Regarding St. Brown, Campbell acknowledged that he is “a little banged up.” History, however, would suggest that St. Brown will make a go of it, as he has only missed two games in his four-year career. What he gets back between now and Thursday will likely play a big role in his contribution against the Bears.
The Bears’ injury report is considerably lower. Defensive back Elijah Hicks did not practice either day due to an ankle injury. Offensive lineman Ryan Bates (concussion) was limited during both practices.
New York’s injury list is long, as 11 players were included in Tuesday’s report. One positive was that defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (knee) participated fully Tuesday after not practicing Monday. Seven Giants had limited participation Tuesday, including quarterback Tommy DeVito (right forearm), tackle Evan Neal (hip), cornerback Deonte Banks (rib), linebacker Micah McFadden (thumb/heel) and safety Tyler Nubin (back). Offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) did not practice either day. Linebacker Azeez Ojulari (toe) was placed on injured reserve after missing both practices. With DeVito banged up, backup Drew Lock is getting more practice reps with the Giants’ first-team offense.
Dallas’ injured list is as long as a CVS receipt with 17 players on Tuesday’s report. Tight end Jake Ferguson will likely miss his second straight game with a concussion after sitting out Washington in Week 12 and not practicing on Monday or Tuesday. Cornerback Trevon Diggs reappeared on the injury report Tuesday with a non-participation status after being limited Monday with groin and knee injuries. Diggs and Zack Martin (ankle/shoulder) did not travel to Washington with the Cowboys last week due to their injuries. Martin hasn’t practiced at all this week, indicating he will likely be out again on Thursday. Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (back/foot) will play Thursday despite being limited all week. The same goes for quarterback Cooper Rush (knee), who was also limited.
“I’m beat up, I’m not even going to lie to you,” Lamb told CBS Sports on Tuesday. “It is what it is bro. It’s that time of year in the season. I’m not going to get [into] Any details, but we are clear. As far as I’m concerned, pride is incredible. I am willing to do anything to go out and make my presence felt. … With me out there, I feel like guys feel more comfortable and can play as confidently and quickly as they want, knowing they’re going to get the look they want. I’m all for the team winning, if you can’t tell by now… This is definitely one of the hardest years for me body-wise, but that doesn’t stop anything. That’s for sure.”
In Green Bay, cornerback Jaire Alexander (knee), linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring), receiver Romeo Doubs (concussion), tight end John FitzPatrick (back) and linebacker Isaiah McDuffie (ankle) did not practice. for the second consecutive day. Offensive lineman Josh Myers (pectoral) was limited for the second straight day. Tackle Rasheed Walker (knee) participated fully after being limited on Monday. Safety Xavier McKinney missed practice Tuesday for personal reasons. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said McKinney would return to Green Bay on Tuesday night.
For the Dolphins, tackle Terron Armstead (knee), linebacker Tyus Bowser (knee/calf), cornerback Kendall Fuller (concussion) and linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. (hamstring) missed practice for a second day consecutive. Receiver Tyreek Hill (wrist) was limited Monday and did not practice Tuesday for personal reasons. Cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knees) and offensive lineman Isaiah Wynn (quadriceps/knee) were also limited during Tuesday’s practice.
