NFL news roundup: Colts WR Alec Pierce (heel) to injured reserve
Key Points:
- QB Tua Tagovailoa is improving and expected to serve as Atlanta's backup QB Thursday against the Packers; several key players like DE Samson Ebukam and CB Billy Bowman Jr. are sidelined or questionable.
- Baltimore Ravens face multiple injuries including WR Zay Flowers (hamstring) and OT Ronnie Stanley (toe), with several players limited or not practicing ahead of their game against the Cowboys.
- The Bears are uncertain about their Week 3 starting QB due to injuries to Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent, with Case Keenum leading practice; key defensive players remain on the PUP list.
- Giants QB Jaxson Dart will undergo season-ending knee surgery, with Jameis Winston stepping in as starter; LT Andrew Thomas is expected to return soon despite a groin injury.
- Multiple teams are managing significant injuries across various positions, with several players placed on injured reserve and others limited in practice, impacting upcoming game preparations.