This week, three key NFL players have captured attention due to their injury statuses: Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, and Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid.
Aaron Rodgers missed last week’s game due to a small fracture in his wrist sustained in Week 11. Fortunately, he managed to avoid a long-term injury, and Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that Rodgers is “all systems go” for Week 13, with no injury designation for the upcoming game. He participated fully in Friday’s practice, indicating that he is ready to return to action.
Terry McLaurin has had a challenging season, dealing with injuries including a quad issue that previously sidelined him. After missing games due to this injury, he re-aggravated it in Week 8. However, in a positive turn, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn announced that McLaurin will be back on the field for Week 13 against the Denver Broncos. While McLaurin expressed uncertainty about his exact workload, he remains optimistic and ready to contribute, stating, “I plan to play as much as I can and as much as they’ll allow me to.”
On the other hand, Dalton Kincaid’s situation remains uncertain. He has been struggling with a hamstring injury, causing him to miss the last two games. Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott indicated that Kincaid would again be a limited participant in practice, leading to a questionable designation for Week 13. The silver lining for Kincaid is that he was able to practice this week, a marked improvement from the previous two weeks when he was unable to participate at all.
As these players look to return to the field, their presence could significantly impact their teams in the upcoming games, offering fans hopeful anticipation for their performances.