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As NFL Week 7 approaches, significant player injuries are reshaping team strategies. Notable absences include Deebo Samuel, Kyler Murray, and Brock Purdy, each affecting their teams’ chances in crucial matchups. The Washington Commanders, Arizona Cardinals, and San Francisco 49ers must adjust as they face tough opponents without key players. Additional injuries across the league, including the Buccaneers and Jaguars, add to the challenges, making this week pivotal for playoff standings as teams grapple with roster changes.
Washington D.C. – Key NFL Week 7 injury updates have resulted in significant player absences as teams prepare for their matchups. The most notable players ruled out include Washington Commanders’ wide receiver Deebo Samuel, Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback Kyler Murray, and San Francisco 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy. Each of these injuries could have substantial impacts on their respective teams as they head into crucial games this Sunday.
The Washington Commanders have officially announced that Deebo Samuel will not participate in their Week 7 game against the Dallas Cowboys due to a heel injury. His absence adds to the challenges for the Commanders as they attempt to secure a victory against a strong division rival.
In a significant development for the Arizona Cardinals, quarterback Kyler Murray has been ruled out of their home game against the Green Bay Packers because of a foot injury. Jacoby Brissett is set to take the helm as the starting quarterback in Murray’s place, presenting an added challenge for the Cardinals offense as they face a formidable Packers defense.
The San Francisco 49ers will be without quarterback Brock Purdy as well as wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, both ruled out for their game against the Atlanta Falcons. However, tight end George Kittle is expected to return to action after dealing with a hamstring issue, potentially providing a boost to the team’s passing game.
In additional injury news, the Commanders are also missing wide receiver Terry McLaurin, who has been sidelined due to a quadriceps injury, raising concerns about their aerial attack against the Cowboys. Meanwhile, Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will miss the game due to a concussion sustained in a home accident for the Dallas defense.
Other teams are facing injury challenges as well. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have listed wide receivers Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka as questionable for their Monday night clash with the Detroit Lions, both dealing with hamstring injuries. The Buccaneers will evaluate their statuses as kickoff approaches.
The Los Angeles Rams will also be without wide receiver Puka Nacua, who is sidelined with an ankle injury and did not practice throughout the week. Meanwhile, the Jacksonville Jaguars will miss linebackers Devin Lloyd and Ventrell Miller due to various injuries as they prepare for a London matchup against the Rams.
Further complicating matters, Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons is out for personal reasons, while the Atlanta Falcons’ rookie defensive linemen Walker and Bowman will both be unavailable due to soft tissue injuries. The mental preparation of every team could be tested as they navigate these setbacks.
The New England Patriots have marked tight end David Njoku as a nonparticipant in practice due to a knee issue, heightening concerns for their offensive scheme. In contrast, the Chicago Bears have cleared running back Chuba Hubbard, who practiced fully and carries no injury designation heading into his game.
The Green Bay Packers have a long list of players with injuries, including running back Josh Jacobs, who is listed as questionable for their game against the Cardinals, while the New York Jets can rely on wide receiver Garrett Wilson, who appears healthy and is not included on the injury report.
As the week progresses, teams will continue to assess players’ readiness before finalizing their rosters, ensuring that strategies are adapted to accommodate their most important players. With multiple key absences, Week 7 promises to be filled with dramatic twists as teams fight for their playoff standings amid an already competitive season.
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Additional Resources
- NFL.com: Week 7 Injury Report
- CBS Sports: Week 7 Injury Report Updates
- NY Times: Fantasy Football Injuries Cheat Sheet
- CBS Sports: Key Injuries for Bettors – Week 2
- CBS Sports: Live Updates on NFL Injuries – Week 7
- Wikipedia: National Football League
- Google Search: NFL Injury Report
- Google Scholar: NFL Injuries
- Encyclopedia Britannica: NFL Injury Report
- Google News: NFL Injuries
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