Sunday Morning Report - Week 17
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December 30, 2007 @ 16:45:56 |
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BUFFALO BILLS vs. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
WEATHER REPORT: Increasing cloudiness. Rain late in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
BILLS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
QUESTIONABLE: WR Josh Reed (back), SS Donte Whitner (illness)
OUT: OT Jason Peters (groin), DL Copeland Bryan (knee), LB Coy Wire (neck)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Anthony Thomas (calf), WR Peerless Price (neck), TE Kevin Everett (neck), TE Derek Schouman (ankle), TE Matt Murphy (calf), OL Jason Whittle (hamstring), DL Al Wallace (undisclosed), LB Paul Posluszny (forearm), CB Jason Webster (forearm), CB Kiwaukee Thomas (groin), FS Ko Simpson (ankle)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Reed (back) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Peters (groin) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and will not play Week 17. Peters will be replaced in the lineup by OG Kirk Chambers.
-- Bryan (knee) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and will not play Week 17.
-- Wire (neck) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and will not play Week 17.
-- Whitner (illness) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, but will likely play Week 17.
BILLS NEWS AND NOTES
Head coach Dick Jauron said he does not know if OT Jason Peters (groin) will be able to play in the Pro Bowl after suffering a groin injury Week 16.
Head coach Dick Jauron said he is concerned about the long snapping of DE Ryan Neill, but he is one of the young players the team is developing.
The Buffalo Bills currently rank 30th in passing yards with 166.7 net yards per game. This is the fifth straight season the Bills have ranked in the bottom six of the league in passing.
WR Lee Evans said he would be in favor of the team promoting quarterbacks coach Turk Schonert to offensive coordinator because Schonert would likely keep the same offensive system. "Ideally you want the same system so you don't have to start from a complete ground zero. Even when a new coordinator comes in you still have to get used to how he calls games and things like that. From a system standpoint, being in the same system would go a long way," Evans said.
EAGLES OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: RB Brian Westbrook (knee), OG Shawn Andrews (knee), LB Omar Gaither (quadriceps), CB Sheldon Brown (shin/ankle)
DOUBTFUL: CB Lito Sheppard (knee), FS Brian Dawkins (foot)
OUT: TE L.J. Smith (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Ryan Moats (ankle), OT Stefan Rodgers (foot), DL Jerome McDougle (triceps), DL Ian Scott (knee), LB Takeo Spikes (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Westbrook (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will play in the game.
-- Smith (knee) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Andrews (knee) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will play in the game.
-- Gaither (quadriceps) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and intends to play.
-- Sheppard (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and apparently will not play.
-- Dawkins (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is doubtful for Week 17 and apparently will not play.
-- Brown (shin, ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will play in the game.
EAGLES NEWS AND NOTES
The Philadelphia Eagles' defense inside the redzone is ranked No. 2 in the NFL.
The Philadelphia Eagles' offense is tied for 6th in the NFL in total offense and 4th in the NFC. However, the team ranks just 17th in the NFL in scoring and the redzone offense is ranked 24th.
The Philadelphia Eagles have signed CB Tanard Davis off the Carolina Panthers' practice squad. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Philadelphia Eagles announced they released WR Michael Gasperson Wednesday, Dec. 26.
Head coach Andy Reid said he has no intentions of playing QB Kevin Kolb during the team's Week 17 game. Kolb is expected to be the No. 3 quarterback for the game.
The Philadelphia Eagles announced they have signed C Jon Dorenbos to a five-year contract extension. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS vs. ATLANTA FALCONS
WEATHER REPORT: Dome Stadium.
SEAHAWKS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: RB Shaun Alexander (wrist), SS Mike Green (knee)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Deion Branch (calf), OT Walter Jones (shoulder)
OUT: DL Rocky Bernard (groin), LB Niko Koutouvides (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Alvin Pearman (ACL), FB Mack Strong (neck), DL Marcus Tubbs (ACL), DL Chuck Darby (knee), FS C.J. Wallace (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Alexander is unlikely to play past the first quarter due to the risk of damaging his wrist or knee.
-- WR D.J. Hackett (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Hackett is uncertain to start but should play a significant role in Week 17.
-- Branch (calf) is a game-time decision but may not play Week 17.
-- Jones (shoulder) walked through practice Friday, Dec. 28. Jones is a game-time decision but should play to protect QB Matt Hasselbeck in Week 17.
-- Bernard (groin) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is listed as out for Week 17. He will not make the trip with the team.
-- Koutouvides (knee) was injured during a collision in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is listed as out for Week 17.
-- CB Josh Wilson (quadriceps) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and was involved in the dime defense and nickel defensive packages. Wilson is expected to play Week 17.
-- Green (knee) walked through practice Friday, Dec. 28. Green is a game-time decision but should play Week 17.
SEAHAWKS NEWS AND NOTES
The Associated Press reports the Seattle Seahawks clinched the No. 3 seed in the NFC postseason after their 27-6 victory over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 16.
WR Bobby Engram may be limited during Week 17. Engram is 10 catches shy of reaching 100 receptions on the season. WR Ben Obomanu and WR Courtney Taylor are expected to see a bulk of the workload.
QB Matt Hasselbeck needs 23 passing yards to break his single-season franchise record of 3,841 passing yards in a season. He is expected to play in the game to reach the record but will then likely be replaced by QB Seneca Wallace.
WR Nate Burleson is expected to play Week 17. Burleson is 40 yards shy of the all-time punt return record. He is also one touchdown shy of setting a career high with 10 touchdowns in a season.
OG Chris Gray may be limited during Week 17 and could be replaced by backup OG Ray Willis.
FALCONS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Byron Leftwich (ankle), WR Joe Horn (foot), DL Jamaal Anderson (knee), DL Tim Anderson (knee), CB Antoine Harris (knee), CB Chris Houston (knee)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Michael Jenkins (quadriceps), CB David Irons (hamstring), SS Lawyer Milloy (hip)
DOUBTFUL: LB Marcus Wilkins (shoulder)
INJURED RESERVE: QB D.J. Shockley (ACL), WR Brian Finneran (ACL), TE Martrez Milner (ankle), OL Wayne Gandy (knee), OL Renardo Foster (knee), OT Todd Weiner (knee), OT Terrance Pennington (undisclosed), CB Omare Lowe (knee), CB Lewis Sanders (pectoral)
SUSPENDED: QB Michael Vick
KEY INFORMATION
-- Leftwich (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17.
-- Jenkins (quadriceps) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is unlikely to play.
-- Horn (foot) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- J. Anderson (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- T. Anderson (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 but is unlikely to play.
-- Wilkins (shoulder) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and is unlikely to play.
-- Irons (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is unlikely to play.
-- Houston (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- Harris (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will likely play.
-- Milloy (hip) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but will be able to play.
FALCONS NEWS AND NOTES
The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have waived DE Kevin Huntley.
The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have placed OT Terrance Pennington (undisclosed) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed practice squad OL Kurt Quarterman to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed practice squad DL Derrick Jones to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
RB Warrick Dunn said he plans to play at least one more season, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Dunn has one more year on his contract and hopes to stay with the Falcons, but he does not know what will happen in the offseason.
San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Mike Singletary would be interested in becoming the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons if the team would consider him for the position. "I'll just wait until the end of the season and see what happens," he said. "Until I hear from them, there's nothing I can do."
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS vs. CHICAGO BEARS
WEATHER REPORT: Cloudy. Highs near 35. South winds 10 to 20 mph.
SAINTS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
QUESTIONABLE: RB Aaron Stecker (toe)
OUT: RB Reggie Bush (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Deuce McAllister (ACL), RB Jamaal Branch (leg), TE Mark Campbell (back), DL Brian Young (illness), DL McKinley Boykin (knee), LB Alfred Fincher (concussion), CB Mike McKenzie (knee), SS Steve Gleason (knee), PK Olindo Mare (hip)
KEY INFORMATION
-- QB Jamie Martin (foot) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Martin is listed as probable and is expected to be available to play Week 17.
-- Bush (knee) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Stecker (turf toe) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, due to personal reasons. Stecker is a game-time decision and may be available to play Week 17.
-- Colston (chest) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Colston is listed as probable and is expected to play Week 17.
SAINTS NEWS AND NOTES
CB Mike McKenzie (knee) was placed on the Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
RB Jamaal Branch (leg) was placed on the Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
RB Pierre Thomas is expected to be the team's No. 2 running back in Week 17.
RB Chris Barclay is expected to be the team's No. 3 running back in Week 17.
FB Mike Karney may get some touches during the team's Week 17 game.
BEARS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Bernard Berrian (knee), WR Muhsin Muhammad (ankle), OT Fred Miller (ankle), DL Tommie Harris (knee), DL Darwin Walker (elbow)
QUESTIONABLE: QB Rex Grossman (knee), LB Lance Briggs (hip)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Cedric Benson (leg), FB J.D. Runnels (ACL), OG Ruben Brown (shoulder), DE Mark Anderson (knee), DL Anthony Adams (elbow), DL Antonio Garay (ankle), DL Dan Bazuin (knee), DL Dusty Dvoracek (ACL), CB Nathan Vasher (groin), SS Mike Brown (ACL), FS Kevin Payne (arm)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Grossman (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17. He is expected to be the No. 3 quarterback during the game but could be the No. 2 quarterback.
-- Berrian (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to start.
-- Muhammad (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to start.
-- Miller (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to start.
-- Harris (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to start.
-- Walker (elbow) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play in the game.
-- Briggs (hip) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17. He said he expects to start, but if he does not play, LB Jamar Williams will take his place.
BEARS NEWS AND NOTES
The Chicago Bears have placed DE Mike Anderson (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
DE Alex Brown will start at defensive end Week 17, replacing DE Mark Anderson (knee), who was placed on Injured Reserve.
LB Lance Briggs is believed to triggered the 75 percent playing time clause in his contract that will prevent the Bears from placing the franchise tag on him during the offseason.
P Brad Maynard was named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for Week 16.
TE Fontel Mines has been signed from the team's practice squad to their active roster.
The Chicago Bears have placed CB Nathan Vasher (groin) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Chicago Bears re-signed free-agent WR Brandon Rideau. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Rideau was previously with the Bears during the preseason before suffering an ankle injury.
The Chicago Bears brought in free-agent CB Alan Zemaitis (Buccaneers) for a look Thursday, Dec. 27.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS vs. CLEVELAND BROWNS
WEATHER REPORT: Cloudy with a chance of snow showers in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 30s. Southeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of snow 30 percent.
49ERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: RB Frank Gore (ankle), WR Arnaz Battle (ankle), LB Jeff Ulbrich (ankle)
QUESTIONABLE: RB Michael Robinson (shoulder), LB Derek M. Smith (shoulder), CB Marcus Hudson (knee)
DOUBTFUL: WR Jason Hill (groin), CB Shawntae Spencer (quadriceps)
OUT: QB Trent Dilfer (concussion), QB Shaun Hill (back), DL Melvin Oliver (ACL)
INJURED RESERVE: OG Justin Smiley (shoulder), OT Jonas Jennings (ankle), DL Joe Cohen (knee), DL Jay Moore (ankle), LB Manny Lawson (ACL), CB B.J. Tucker (ACL)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Dilfer (head) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is out for Week 17.
-- S. Hill (vertebrae) has three fractures of the transverse process. He missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is out for Week 17.
-- Gore (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he will play in Week 17.
-- Robinson (shoulder) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is questionable for Week 17. He is likely a game-time decision for the game.
-- Hill (groin) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is not expected to play in Week 17.
-- Battle (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, but he is expected to start in Week 17.
-- Ulbrich (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Smith (back, ribs) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is likely a game-time decision for Week 17. He is listed as questionable for the game.
-- Hudson (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is likely a game-time decision for Week 17. He probably will not play in the game.
-- Spencer (quadriceps) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is not expected to play in Week 17.
49ERS NEWS AND NOTES
Head coach Mike Nolan has said he would like to give QB Shaun Hill a chance to compete for the 2008 starting quarterback position with incumbent starter QB Alex D. Smith (shoulder). Hill is 2-0 as the starter since injuries to Smith and No. 2 quarterback Trent Dilfer (head) thrust the former No. 3 quarterback into the starting role.
OT Joe Staley can become the first offensive lineman in team history to start all 16 games in a season. The last rookie offensive lineman to start every game in a season was former NFL OL Cas Banaszek, who started all 14 games in 1968.
QB Drew Olson has been signed from the team's practice squad to their active roster.
WR LeRon McCoy has been waived from the team.
San Francisco 49ers vice president of player personnel Scot McCloughan is expected to be offered the team's general manager position.
BROWNS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: TE Kellen Winslow (knee), DL Robaire Smith (neck), DL Shaun Smith (knee)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Joe Jurevicius (knee), DL Orpheus Roye (knee), LB Antwan Peek (ankle)
INJURED RESERVE: C Seth McKinney (shoulder), DL Ted Washington (knee), DL Ethan Kelley (knee), LB Kris Griffin (knee), LB Mason Unck (knee), CB Gary Baxter (knee), FS Mike Adams (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Jurevicius (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- Winslow (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- Roye (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. His foot is in a walking boot. He is listed as questionable for Week 17. If Roye is not able to play, DE Bobby Hamilton may start in his place.
-- S. Smith (biceps) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17.
-- R. Smith (neck) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play in the game.
-- Peek (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17.
BROWNS NEWS AND NOTES
TE Kellen Winslow caught seven passes for 73 yards in the team's Week 16 game. He surpassed the 1,000-yard mark during the game. Winslow and WR Braylon Edwards are the first pair of receivers in team history to both have over 1,000 yards receiving in the same season.
WR Braylon Edwards set the team record for touchdown receptions in a season with his 14th and 15th of the season during the team's Week 16 game. The record was previously held by former NFL WR Gary Collins.
The Cleveland Browns have announced they have placed FS Mike Adams (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Cleveland Browns have announced they have placed DL Ethan Kelley (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
LB Willie McGinest said that he has no problems with the Indianapolis Colts resting their starters against Tennessee Titans Week 17. "It's not up to the Colts to do us any favors. They've played well enough to deserve the right to play who they want this week. Kudos to them. We'd like Peyton to play four quarters, but we understand what they're doing," McGinest said to SI.com.
The Cleveland Browns have announced they have signed free-agent DE Bobby Hamilton (Jets). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Cleveland Browns have announced they have signed practice squad DL Melila Purcell to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Head coach Romeo Crennel said the starters will play in the team's Week 17 game because they give the team the best chance to win the game. The Browns can clinch a playoff spot if the Tennessee Titans lose, or if the Titans tie and the Browns win.
DETROIT LIONS vs. GREEN BAY PACKERS
WEATHER REPORT: Cloudy with a slight chance of snow showers or flurries. Highs in the upper 20s. Light south winds.
LIONS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: OG Damien Woody (shoulder), CB Fernando Bryant (illness)
QUESTIONABLE: RB Tatum Bell (foot), WR Troy Walters (concussion)
OUT: RB Kevin Jones (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Drew Stanton (knee), RB Brian Calhoun (knee), WR Roy Williams (knee), WR Reggie Ball (undisclosed), WR Marcus Robinson (quadriceps), TE Dan Campbell (elbow), OL Frank Davis (knee), OL Jonathan Scott (hamstring), CB Ike Charlton (undisclosed), CB Stanley Wilson (knee), CB LaMarcus Hicks (ankle), FS Daniel Bullocks (ACL)
PUP: WR Devale Ellis (knee, ankle)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Jones (knee) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Bell (foot) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 27. No update was provided after practice, but offensive coordinator Mike Martz said before practice that Bell will be active for Week 17. His status for the game is uncertain.
-- Walters (concussion) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Walters is listed as questionable and is uncertain to play Week 17.
-- Woody (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Bryant (illness) was present at practice Friday, Dec. 28, but was not feeling well due to illness. Bryant is expected to play Week 17.
LIONS NEWS AND NOTES
RB T.J. Duckett will start the team's Week 17 game.
RB Kevin Jones (knee) suffered a torn right anterior cruciate ligament in the team's Week 16 game. Head coach Rod Marinelli said Monday, Dec. 24, doctors would wait until the swelling subsides before deciding whether Jones will require surgery. Jones will not play in the team's Week 17 game.
RB Kevin Jones (knee) will likely miss the start of training camp if he needs to undergo surgery to repair his torn ACL, but he could be ready for the start of the regular season.
Offensive coordinator Mike Martz is unlikely to return for the 2008 season.
OL Manuel Ramirez may play Week 17. Ramirez has not played on offense this season and may be able to rotate in at left guard.
OG Blaine Saipaia is likely to be the backup to OG Edwin Mulitalo in Week 17.
PACKERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Koren Robinson (knee), TE Bubba Franks (knee), OG Junius Coston (ankle), OT Chad Clifton (shoulder), OT Mark Tauscher (ankle), CB Jarrett Bush (calf), CB Al Harris (heel)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Greg Jennings (ankle), DL Ryan Pickett (groin)
DOUBTFUL: QB Aaron Rodgers (hamstring), CB Charles Woodson (toe)
OUT: FB Korey Hall (hip)
INJURED RESERVE: RB DeShawn Wynn (shoulder), RB Noah Herron (knee), FB Ryan Powdrell (knee), WR Carlyle Holiday (knee), TE Tory Humphrey (ankle), C Tyson Walter (undisclosed), OL Tony Palmer (neck), DL Colin Cole (arm), DL Johnny Jolly (shoulder), LB Abdul Hodge (knee), FS Tyrone Culver (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Rodgers (hamstring) was very limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and will be the team's No. 3 quarterback.
-- Hall (hip) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Jennings (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17. It is unclear if head coach Mike McCarthy will play Jennings or rest him for the playoffs.
-- Robinson (knee) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is expected to play.
-- Franks (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play in the game.
-- Coston (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Tauscher (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17. He is expected to play but may be rested during the second half.
-- Clifton (shoulder) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play, but it is unclear for how long.
-- Pickett (groin) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and may be held out for precautionary reasons.
-- LB Tracy White (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is not on the injury report for Week 17.
-- Bush (calf) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to be available to play Week 17.
-- Woodson (toe) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and will likely not play.
-- Harris (heel) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17. He is expected to be available to play, but will probably be taken out relatively early to make sure he is healthy for the playoffs.
-- SS Aaron Rouse (shoulder) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is not on the injury report for Week 17.
PACKERS NEWS AND NOTES
LB Nick Barnett will not face discipline from the NFL for pushing an official during an altercation in the team's Week 16 game.
QB Brett Favre said he believes the extreme weather in Chicago affected the way some of his teammates played Week 16. "I'm sure there were some guys on our team who thought, 'What did I get myself into?' I don't think anyone knew what we were up against from a weather standpoint. And I think being a real young team, it probably was a little bit of a shock to them," Favre said.
LB Nick Barnett will file a grievance against NFL official Jim Quirk for aggressively grabbing Barnett around the neck and pulling him down to the ground during the team's Week 16 game. According to a source, Quirk was warned by NFL officiating director Mike Pereira that he should not use those techniques in future altercations. Quirk will not face any disciplinary action, according to a source.
JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS vs. HOUSTON TEXANS
WEATHER REPORT: Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. North winds 5 to 10 mph.
JAGUARS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: OT Tony Pashos (thigh), CB Scott Starks (ankle)
DOUBTFUL: DL Paul Spicer (ankle)
OUT: LB Mike Peterson (hand)
INJURED RESERVE: WR Mike Walker (knee), WR John Broussard (ankle), TE George Wrighster (knee), TE Greg Estandia (shoulder), OG Chris Naeole (quadriceps), DL Marcus Stroud (ankle), DL James Wyche (groin), DL Tony McDaniel (wrist), LB Tony Gilbert (biceps), FS Gerald Sensabaugh (shoulder)
PUP: DL Brian Smith (hip)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Pashos (thigh) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 but may not play much in the game.
-- Spicer (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is unlikely to play Week 17.
-- Peterson (hand) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Starks (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will probably play in the game.
JAGUARS NEWS AND NOTES
The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed practice squad WR Chad Owens to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Owens may return kickoffs Week 17.
The Jacksonville Jaguars have placed WR John Broussard (ankle) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
FS Reggie Nelson recorded his fifth interception of the season and set a rookie franchise record.
WR Reggie Williams caught his ninth touchdown on the season setting a franchise record.
TEXANS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: RB Ron Dayne (ankle), FB Jameel Cook (illness), WR Andre Johnson (knee), OL Eric Winston (back), DL Travis Johnson (illness), LB DeMeco Ryans (knee), SS Michael Boulware (personal), PK Kris Brown (foot)
QUESTIONABLE: QB Matt Schaub (shoulder), LB Danny Clark (groin)
DOUBTFUL: DL Anthony Weaver (shoulder)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Ahman Green (knee), FB Jon Abbate (ankle), WR Jerome Mathis (leg), OG Fred Weary (leg), OL Chris L. White (knee), C Steve McKinney (knee), DL Cedric Killings (vertebrae), CB Dunta Robinson (knee), SS Glenn Earl (foot), SS Brandon Harrison (hamstring), FS Jason Simmons (patella), P Chad Stanley (groin)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Schaub (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, but is unlikely to play Week 17. QB Sage Rosenfels will start in his place. Schaub is expected to be the team's No. 3 quarterback.
-- Dayne (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Johnson (undisclosed) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to start Week 17.
-- Winston (back) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is hopeful to play Week 17.
-- Weaver (shoulder) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17. DL Earl Cochran is expected to start in his place.
-- Ryans (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to start Week 17.
-- Clark (groin) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is likely to play Week 17. Head coach Gary Kubiak said Clark will play.
TEXANS NEWS AND NOTES
RB Adimchinobi Echemandu has been released.
The Houston Texans have signed free-agent DE Deljuan Robinson (Texans) to the team's active roster.
CAROLINA PANTHERS vs. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
WEATHER REPORT: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs around 80. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
PANTHERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Vinny Testaverde (Achilles'), OT Jordan Gross (ankle)
DOUBTFUL: SS Chris Harris (neck)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Jake Delhomme (elbow), RB Nick Goings (concussion), C Justin Hartwig (knee), DE Julius Peppers (knee), DL Stephen Williams (undisclosed), LB Dan Morgan (Achilles'), CB Dante Wesley (collarbone), CB Curtis Deloatch (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Testaverde (Achilles') did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 27.
-- Gross (ankle) practices Friday, Dec. 28, and he should play in Week 17.
-- Harris (neck) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is doubtful for Week 17.
PANTHERS NEWS AND NOTES
C Justin Hartwig (knee) was placed on Injured Reserve Monday, Dec. 24, after suffering a sprained medial collateral ligament in Week 16. Hartwig is expected to be replaced in the lineup by OL Ryan Kalil.
QB Matt Moore is expected to start the team's Week 17 game.
Adam Schefter, of NFL.com, citing sources close to Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox, reports Fox is preparing to return to the team for the 2008 season. Fox is under contract through 2010, but there is speculation he could be fired due to the poor performance of the Panthers this season.
The Carolina Panthers have placed DE Julius Peppers (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
DE Charles Johnson will likely start at defensive end Week 17, replacing DE Julius Peppers (knee), who has been placed on Injured Reserve.
The Carolina Panthers have claimed PK Rhys Lloyd off the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad.
The Carolina Panthers have signed free-agent WR Travis Taylor (Rams). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Carolina Panthers may have PK Rhys Lloyd handle kickoff duties Week 17. PK John Kasay has been short on his kickoffs the whole season.
BUCCANEERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
QUESTIONABLE: RB Earnest Graham (ankle), RB Michael Pittman (ankle), FB B.J. Askew (ankle), WR Ike Hilliard (knee), DL Patrick Chukwurah (hamstring), DL Greg White (quadriceps), LB Ryan Nece (groin), CB Brian Kelly (knee)
OUT: WR Joey Galloway (undisclosed)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Chris Simms (spleen), RB Cadillac Williams (knee), FB Mike Alstott (neck), WR Maurice Stovall (arm), WR Paris Warren (ankle), WR Mark Jones (knee), OT Chris Denman (undisclosed), OT Luke Petitgout (knee), LB Antoine Cash (knee), LB Sam Olajubutu (undisclosed), CB Torrie Cox (knee), SS Sabby Piscitelli (foot)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Pittman (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Graham (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Askew (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Hilliard (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Galloway (team decision) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- White (quad) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Chukwurah (hamstring) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Nece (groin) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- Kelly (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is questionable for Week 17.
-- PK Matt Bryant (illness) returned to practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
BUCCANEERS NEWS AND NOTES
WR Maurice Stovall (arm) was placed on the Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
TE Keith Heinrich was waived.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed free-agent WR Julius McClellan (Panthers) Wednesday, Dec. 26. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
DE Gaines Adams has been fined $5,000 for unnecessarily striking the quarterback with his helmet during Week 16.
CINCINNATI BENGALS vs. MIAMI DOLPHINS
WEATHER REPORT: Partly sunny with isolated showers in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 10 percent.
BENGALS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Glenn Holt (back), WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (ankle), LB Dhani Jones (shoulder)
QUESTIONABLE: OT Willie Anderson (hamstring)
DOUBTFUL: SS Dexter Jackson (calf)
OUT: RB Rudi Johnson (hamstring)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Kenny Irons (ACL), RB DeDe Dorsey (ankle), WR Tab Perry (hip), OT Adam Kieft (foot), C Eric Ghiaciuc (foot), LB Ahmad Brooks (groin), LB Eric Henderson (wrist), LB Lemar Marshall (Achilles'), LB Caleb Miller (back), CB Brandon Williams (undisclosed), CB T.J. Wright (undisclosed), FS Madieu Williams (quadriceps), SS Ethan Kilmer (knee), SS Herana-Daze Jones (knee), PK Aaron Elling (undisclosed)
PUP: RB Chris Perry (ankle), LB David Pollack (neck)
SUSPENDED: LB Odell Thurman
NFI: DL Jimmy Verdon (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Johnson (hamstring) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Holt (back) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Holt is listed as probable and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Houshmandzadeh (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Houshmandzadeh is listed as probable and is expected to start Week 17.
-- Anderson (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 27, but is expected to play Week 17. Anderson played in Week 16 for the first time in nine games. Head coach Marvin Lewis acknowledged how well Anderson played.
-- Jones (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28. Jones is listed as probable and is expected to start Week 17.
-- CB Deltha O'Neal (team decision) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 27, but is expected to be a backup cornerback in Week 17.
-- Jackson (calf) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28. Jackson is listed as doubtful and is unlikely to play Week 17.
BENGALS NEWS AND NOTES
RB Kenny Watson will likely start Week 17.
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have placed RB DeDe Dorsey (ankle) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have placed C Eric Ghiaciuc (foot) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have placed FS Madieu Williams (quadriceps) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have signed practice squad OG Nate Livings to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Cincinnati Bengals have announced they have officially re-signed free-agent RB Quincy Wilson. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
C Alex Stepanovich is expected to start for C Eric Ghiaciuc (foot) in Week 17.
SS Marvin White is expected to start Week 17.
FS Nedu Ndukwe is expected to start Week 17.
DOLPHINS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: OT L.J. Shelton (ankle), DL Vonnie Holliday (knee), LB Joey Porter (shoulder), FS Jereme Perry (ankle)
QUESTIONABLE: LB Jason Taylor (foot), CB Travis Daniels (ankle)
OUT: DL Keith Traylor (ankle)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Trent Green (concussion), RB Ronnie Brown (knee), RB Ricky Williams (pectoral), C Drew Mormino (shoulder), DL Chase Page (shoulder), LB Zach Thomas (migraines), LB Abraham Wright (knee), CB Andre' Goodman (knee), SS Yeremiah Bell (Achilles'), FS Renaldo Hill (knee), SS Travares Tillman (knee), SS Cameron Worrell (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- RB Jesse Chatman (ankle) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27, and he will likely start in Week 17.
-- Booker (tailbone) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to start Week 17.
-- Shelton (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Traylor (ankle, knee) was been ruled out for Week 17.
-- Roth (groin) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17 and may start.
-- Holliday (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to start Week 17.
-- Taylor (foot) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.
-- Porter (shoulder) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Daniels (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He will be a game-time decision for Week 17.
-- Perry (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
DOLPHINS NEWS AND NOTES
Head coach Cam Cameron did not talk about Bill Parcells, the team's new executive vice president of football operations, or even speak his name around reporters during his press conference. Cameron spent much of his press conference trying to avoid questions about the team's most recent hire. "He and I haven't talked, strictly that," Cameron said. "It's not that I'm not acknowledging something. It's just the fact that he and I will sit down one on one. He and I haven't talked." Cameron also avoided a question when asked about his thoughts on Parcells' accomplishments. "I think there's going to be an appropriate time to do that," Cameron said, "because you guys know where we're at right now. We're looking at the Cincinnati Bengals."
Executive vice president of football operations Bill Parcells said on ESPN that he would like to retain DE Jason Taylor for next season.
Head coach Cam Cameron said QB Cleo Lemon will start Week 17 because he gives the team the best opportunity to win.
The Miami Dolphins have placed CB Andre' Goodman (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Miami Dolphins have signed OG Ike Ndukwe off the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad.
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS vs. NEW YORK JETS
WEATHER REPORT: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 40s. Northeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.
CHIEFS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Brodie Croyle (hand), OT Damion McIntosh (ankle)
QUESTIONABLE: LB Donnie Edwards (hamstring), LB Napoleon Harris (knee)
OUT: WR Eddie Kennison (ribs)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Tyler Thigpen (knee), RB Larry Johnson (foot), OT Kyle Turley (ankle), C Rudy Niswanger (knee), LB Johnny Baldwin (knee), CB Tryon Brackenridge (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Croyle (hand) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is likely to play Week 17.
-- Kennison (ribs) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- McIntosh (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is likely to play Week 17.
-- Edwards (hamstring) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, but is uncertain to play Week 17.
-- Harris (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, but is uncertain to play Week 17.
-- FS Jarrad Page (hamstring) participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 27. He will be able to play Week 17.
-- FS Greg Wesley (knee) participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 27. He will be able to play Week 17.
CHIEFS NEWS AND NOTES
The Kansas City Chiefs have placed RB Larry Johnson (foot) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Kansas City Chiefs have placed CB Tyron Brackenridge (knee) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed practice squad LB Mickey Pimentel to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed OT Travis Leffew off the Atlanta Falcons practice squad. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
JETS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Jerricho Cotchery (finger), WR Justin McCareins (thigh)
QUESTIONABLE: QB Kellen Clemens (ribs), WR Brad Smith (back), TE Chris Baker (back), TE James Dearth (foot), OG Brandon Moore (neck), C Nick Mangold (personal), DL Shaun Ellis (shoulder), DL Dewayne Robertson (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: FB Stacy Tutt (knee), WR Laveranues Coles (ankle), WR Chansi Stuckey (knee), DL Jason Trusnik (foot), LB Jonathan Vilma (knee), CB Justin Miller (knee)
NFI: LB Cody Spencer (illness)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Clemens (rib, shoulder) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
-- McCareins (thigh) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will play in the game.
-- Cotchery (finger) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will start in the game.
-- Smith (back) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
-- Baker (back) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but will start in the game.
-- Dearth (foot) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but will play in the game.
-- Mangold (personal) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
-- Moore (neck) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
-- Ellis (shoulder) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start Week 17.
-- DL Dewayne Robertson (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
JETS NEWS AND NOTES
WR Laveranues Coles (ankle) said he would like to stay with the Jets next season. His contract runs out after the 2009 season, and he is scheduled to make $5 million in 2008 and $6 million in 2009. It is believed that the Jets would like to renegotiate his contract for less money, while Coles wants more years on his contract so he will have more security.
The New York Jets placed DL Jason Trusnik (foot) on the Injured Reserve list Wednesday, Dec. 26.
PITTSBURGH STEELERS vs. BALTIMORE RAVENS
WEATHER REPORT: Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 40s. East winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
STEELERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Willie Reid (shoulder), LB Andre Frazier (groin)
QUESTIONABLE: QB Ben Roethlisberger (ankle), CB Allen Rossum (hamstring)
DOUBTFUL: SS Troy Polamalu (knee)
OUT: OT Marvel Smith (back), LB Clint Kriewaldt (neck)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Willie Parker (leg), FB Dan Kreider (knee), TE Jerame Tuman (back), DL Aaron Smith (knee), FS Ryan Clark (spleen)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Roethlisberger (ankle) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is questionable for the team's Week 17 game. The injury is not serious and he will play in the team's first postseason game.
-- Reid (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is probable to play in Week 17.
-- Smith (back) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Frazier (groin) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is probable to play in Week 17.
-- LB Clark Haggans (tonsils) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is probable to play in Week 17.
-- Kriewaldt (shoulder) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is out for Week 17.
-- Rossum (hamstring) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he probably will not play in Week 17.
-- Polamalu (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is doubtful to play in Week 17.
STEELERS NEWS AND NOTES
QB Ben Roethlisberger became the first quarterback in franchise history to throw 30 touchdown passes in a season during the team's Week 16 game. Roethlisberger threw touchdown passes in the game.
The Associated Press reports the Pittsburgh Steelers clinched the AFC North division title during Week 16, after the Cleveland Browns lost their game.
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced that they have placed RB Willie Parker (leg) on Injured Reserve.
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Monday, Dec. 24, that they have signed free-agent RB Verron Haynes (Steelers) to the team's active roster.
QB Ben Roethlisberger has been named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance Week 16. He was 16-for-20 for 261 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions during the game.
OT Marvel Smith (back) underwent back surgery Thursday, Dec. 27, and he is out for Week 17. He will likely miss the team's first postseason game.
RAVENS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: OT Jonathan Ogden (thigh), DL Edgar Jones (foot)
QUESTIONABLE: RB Mike Anderson (thigh), WR Mark Clayton (back), LB Ray Lewis (back)
OUT: QB Kyle Boller (head), RB Willis McGahee (chest), WR Demetrius Williams (ankle), TE Todd Heap (thigh), TE Quinn Sypniewski (head), TE Daniel Wilcox (thigh), FS Gerome Sapp (thigh)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Steve McNair (shoulder), RB P.J. Daniels (hamstring), DL Trevor Pryce (chest), LB Prescott Burgess (hip), CB B.J. Sams (ACL), CB Chris McAlister (knee), CB Samari Rolle (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Boller (head) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- McGahee (ribs) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Anderson (leg) was extremely limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and may be able to backup. If Anderson does not play, RB Cory Ross will take his place.
-- Williams (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17. WR Devard Darling will be the team's No. 3 wide receiver.
-- Clayton (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. Head coach Brian Billick said the team was just giving him a rest. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to start.
-- Heap (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Sypniewski (concussion) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Wilcox (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Ogden (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17. He said he expects to start in the game.
-- Jones (foot) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play special teams Week 17.
-- Lewis (back, finger) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is not expected to play.
-- Sapp (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
RAVENS NEWS AND NOTES
QB Cullen Finnerty will be the team's primary backup quarterback Week 17.
TE Lee Vickers will likely start Week 17.
DALLAS COWBOYS vs. WASHINGTON REDSKINS
WEATHER REPORT: Cloudy with a chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 40s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
COWBOYS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Terry Glenn (knee)
OUT: WR Terrell Owens (ankle), C Andre Gurode (knee), DL Jay Ratliff (knee), CB Terence Newman (knee), FS Pat Watkins (ankle)
INJURED RESERVE: FB Deon Anderson (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- QB Tony Romo (thumb) will play in Week 17, but it is not known for how long.
-- Glenn (knee) might play In Week 17 if the field conditions are good. Head coach Wade Phillips said he would play about one half of the game.
-- Owens (ankle) is out for the team's Week 17 game.
-- Gurode (knee) is out for the team's Week 17 game, but the team is hopeful he will be ready for the postseason.
-- Ratliff (knee) is out for the team's Week 17 game, but he should be ready for the postseason.
-- Newman (foot, toe, knee) is out for the team's Week 17 game, but he will be ready for the postseason.
-- Watkins (ankle) is out for the team's Week 17 game, but he should be ready for the postseason.
COWBOYS NEWS AND NOTES
The Associated Press reports the Dallas Cowboys have secured the No. 1 spot in the NFC because the Green Bay Packers lost in Week 16 to the Chicago Bears. The Cowboys will have a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.
An NFL spokesman threatened Dallas Cowboys SS Roy Williams with a possible multi-game suspension if he continues to use the illegal horse-collar tackle. Williams received a one-game suspension for his latest offense and served his suspension in Week 16.
The Dallas Cowboys have released FB Zack Crockett.
QB Tony Romo believes WR Terrell Owens (ankle) will be able to play in the team's first playoff game in two weeks. "I'd be very surprised if he wasn't back. There's a few guys that on this team that you just know they'll do whatever it takes in certain situations. [TE] Jason Witten and some guys like that, you just know they'll fight through certain things and give you everything they've got," Romo said.
RB Marion Barber III is only 19 yards away from reaching the 1,000-yard mark. Barber would be the first running back in team history to rush for at least 1,000 yards without starting a game.
WR Patrick Crayton has signed a four-year contract extension worth up to $14 million, according to his agent. Crayton will receive $6 million in guaranteed money.
REDSKINS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: TE Todd Yoder (knee)
OUT: QB Jason Campbell (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Derrick Blaylock (heel), WR Brandon Lloyd (collarbone), OT Jon Jansen (ankle), C Mike Pucillo (back), LB Rocky McIntosh (knee), CB Carlos Rogers (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Campbell (knee) is listed as out for Week 17.
-- FB Mike Sellers (concussion) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27.
-- WR Keenan McCardell (calf) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27.
-- Yoder (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is listed as probable for Week 17.
-- DL Lorenzo Alexander (shoulder) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27.
-- LB Randall Godfrey (shoulder) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27.
-- SS Pierson Prioleau (hamstring) practiced Thursday, Dec. 27.
REDSKINS NEWS AND NOTES
The Associated Press reports the Washington Redskins can clinch the final NFC playoff position with a win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
C Mike Pucillo (back) has been placed on the Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Washington Redskins re-signed free-agent OL Kevin Sampson. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
ST. LOUIS RAMS vs. ARIZONA CARDINALS
WEATHER REPORT: Sunny. Highs 58 to 63. Light wind.
RAMS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
QUESTIONABLE: LB Brandon Chillar (leg)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Travis Minor (ankle), WR Dante' Hall (ankle), OT Orlando Pace (shoulder), OG Mark Setterstrom (ACL), OT Adam Goldberg (knee), OG Richie Incognito (knee), DE Leonard Little (toe), LB Pisa Tinoisamoa (knee), LB Raonall Smith (knee), SS Jerome Carter (foot)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Chillar (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17.
-- CB Fakhir Brown (illness) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is not on the injury report for Week 17 and will start at cornerback.
RAMS NEWS AND NOTES
Head coach Scott Linehan's job is safe with the team.
The St. Louis Rams would like a new general manager.
The St. Louis Rams have placed RB Travis Minor (ankle) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
C Andy McCollum will start at center for the team in Week 17.
PK Jeff Wilkins is only two extra points away from breaking the all-time record for most consecutive extra points converted. Wilkins has made 370 extra points in a row and hasn't missed an extra point attempt since 1998. Denver Broncos PK Jason Elam currently holds the record with 371 consecutive extra points converted.
LB Quinton Culberson is expected to start at strongside linebacker Week 17, replacing the injured LB Brandon Chillar (calf).
CARDINALS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Kurt Warner (elbow), OG Elton Brown (shoulder), DL Gabe Watson (head)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Anquan Boldin (toe), WR Larry Fitzgerald (groin), C Nathan Hodel (ankle)
DOUBTFUL: OG Taitusi Lutui (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: QB Matt Leinart (collarbone), TE Leonard Pope (ankle), DL Chike Okeafor (biceps), DL Bertrand Berry (triceps), DL Ross Kolodziej (quadriceps), CB Eric Green (groin), SS Adrian Wilson (heel)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Warner (elbow) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He will be able to play Week 17.
-- Fitzgerald (groin) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Boldin (toe) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Brown (shoulder) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is considered day-to-day.
-- Lutui (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as out for Week 17.
-- Hodel (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Watson (head) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He will be able to play Week 17.
CARDINALS NEWS AND NOTES
QB Kurt Warner has thrown 24 touchdown passes this season, which ranks him tied for second for single-season passing touchdowns in franchise history. Former NFL QB Neil Lomax and former NFL QB Charley Johnson hold the record with 28 touchdowns in a season.
The Arizona Cardinals have placed DT Ross Kolodziej (quadriceps) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Arizona Cardinals have signed practice squad LB David Holloway to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The Arizona Cardinals have announced their Week 17 game against the St. Louis Rams has sold out. The roof on University of Phoenix Stadium will likely be open for the game, based on the weather report. A final decision on the roof will not be made until 90 minutes before kickoff.
The Arizona Cardinals could use the franchise tag on LB Karlos Dansby if they can't re-sign him. Dansby does not mind becoming a franchise player. "I think it would be an honor. If that's the steps I have to take in order to get where I want to go, that's fine," Dansby said.
Head coach Ken Whisenhunt has not decided who will start at guard Week 17 to replace OG Taitusi Lutui (knee), who has been ruled out for the game. OG Keydrick Vincent and OG Elton Brown (shoulder) are both candidates for the start.
MINNESOTA VIKINGS vs. DENVER BRONCOS
WEATHER REPORT: Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s. West winds 10 to 20 mph.
VIKINGS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: WR Bobby Wade (knee), LB Dave Herron (concussion)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Sidney Rice (ankle), DL Pat Williams (knee), LB Dontarrious Thomas (groin), CB Antoine Winfield (shoulder)
DOUBTFUL: LB Vinny Ciurciu (ankle)
INJURED RESERVE: DE Darrion Scott (foot), DL Erasmus James (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Rice (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and may not play in the game.
-- Wade (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and should be able to play.
-- Williams (knee, elbow) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 but is expected to play in the game.
-- Ciurciu (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and is unlikely to play in the game.
-- Thomas (groin) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17.
-- Herron (concussion) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17.
-- Winfield (pectoral) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17.
VIKINGS NEWS AND NOTES
The Associated Press reports the Minnesota Vikings can clinch a playoff berth with a win over the Denver Broncos and by having the Washington Redskins lose to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
Head coach Brad Childress said he has not finished his evaluation of QB Tarvaris Jackson. Childress said he wants Jackson to limit his turnovers and make more of the routine throws.
DE Darrion Scott (foot) was cited by the police for misdemeanor marijuana possession. A small bowl with 7.1 grams of marijuana was found in his car. Scott is currently on Injured Reserve.
BRONCOS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Jay Cutler (knee), WR Javon Walker (knee), OG Chris Myers (ankle), DL John Engelberger (shoulder), DL Steve Harris (knee), FS John Lynch (back)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Brandon Stokley (knee), TE Daniel Graham (ankle), LB Ian Gold (knee)
INJURED RESERVE: WR Rod Smith (hip), TE Stephen Alexander (leg), TE Nate Jackson (groin), OG Ben Hamilton (concussion), OT Doug Nienhuis (knee), C Tom Nalen (biceps), DL Jarvis Moss (ankle), LB Warrick Holdman (neck), CB Lamont Reid (pectoral), SS Nick Ferguson (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Cutler (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he will play in Week 17.
-- Stokley (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he might not play in Week 17.
-- Walker (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Graham (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is questionable for Week 17.
-- Myers (ankle) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Engelberger (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Gold (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he will likely not play in Week 17.
-- S John Lynch (back) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
BRONCOS NEWS AND NOTES
The Denver Broncos have announced they have waived P Paul Ernster.
The Denver Broncos have announced they have signed free-agent P Sam Paulescu (Cowboys). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
WR Rod Smith (hip) is expected to have hip surgery next month and may need a hip replacement, which could end his career.
SAN DIEGO CHARGERS vs. OAKLAND RAIDERS
WEATHER REPORT: Mostly sunny. Highs in the 50s. Northwest winds 5 to 20 mph.
CHARGERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: DL Luis A. Castillo (ankle), DL Jamal Williams (ankle), LB Shawne Merriman (knee), LB Brandon Siler (shoulder), PK Nate Kaeding (fibula)
DOUBTFUL: LB Marques Harris (hand)
OUT: FB Lorenzo Neal (fibula)
INJURED RESERVE: RB Germaine Race (toe), WR Eric Parker (toe), LB Carlos Polk (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Neal (leg) may return in time for the postseason. "It's going to be really close," Neal said. "My goal is to practice next week."
-- Castillo (ankle) practiced in full Friday, Dec. 28, and he is probable for Week 17.
-- Williams (ankle, hip) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is probable for Week 17.
-- Siler (shoulder) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is listed as probable for Week 17.
-- Merriman (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is probable for Week 17.
-- Harris (hand) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is doubtful for Week 17.
-- Kaeding (fibula) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is probable for Week 17.
CHARGERS NEWS AND NOTES
The Associated Press reports the San Diego Chargers can clinch the No. 3 playoff seed in the AFC with a win over the Oakland Raiders in Week 17.
The San Diego Chargers have signed DL Ryon Bingham to a three-year contract extension through the 2010 season. Financial terms of the deal were not available.
The San Diego Chargers can sweep their AFC West division opponents on the road for the first time since 1994 with a victory in Week 17 versus the Oakland Raiders.
OT Roman Oben has been released.
The San Diego Chargers have signed free-agent PK Dave Rayner (Chiefs). Rayner will handle kickoffs during Week 17.
RAIDERS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: QB Josh McCown (finger)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Tim Dwight (hamstring), LB Jon Alston (calf)
INJURED RESERVE: QU Daunte Culpepper (quadriceps), RB Justin Fargas (knee), RB Michael Bush (leg), OT Cornell Green (foot), C Jake Grove (knee), DL Tommy Kelly (knee), LB Isaiah Kacyvenski (knee), SS Jarrod Cooper (knee)
KEY INFORMATION
-- McCown (finger) participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and will be the team's primary backup quarterback.
-- Dwight (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 28. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and will be a game-time decision.
-- WR Ronald Curry (coach's decision) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28. He will be able to start Week 17.
-- Alston (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and will be examined later in the day. He is listed as questionable for Week 17 and is unlikely to play.
-- SS Michael Huff (concussion) is not listed on the injury report for Week 17.
RAIDERS NEWS AND NOTES
RB Justin Fargas (knee) has been placed on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
QB Daunte Culpepper (quadriceps) has been placed on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Oakland Raiders have claimed OL Jonathan Palmer (Steelers) off the practice squad of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Oakland Raiders have promoted OL Mark Wilson from the team's practice squad to the active roster.
DT Warren Sapp has been fined $75,000 for his confrontation with game officials during Week 16. The NFL said Sapp was punished for "physical and verbal actions toward game officials that drew an unprecedented three unsportsmanlike conduct penalties and ejection from last Sunday's game."
DE Derrick Burgess was fined $25,000 for verbally abusing an official during Week 16.
Defensive coordinator Rob Ryan could be relieved of his duties shortly after the season, according to several team insiders. Ryan is expected to meet with managing general partner Al Davis Wednesday, Jan. 2.
The Oakland Raiders will have an opportunity to defeat all three of their AFC West rivals in a season if they are able to beat the San Diego Chargers Week 17. It would be the first time the Raiders have accomplished this feat since the 2002 season. The Raiders had a 17-game losing streak against AFC West teams before beating the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos earlier this season. They now have a two-game winning streak against their divisional foes.
RB Dominic Rhodes will start Week 17.
OT Jonathan Palmer is not expected to be active for the team's Week 17 game. His signing was done so the Raiders could lock him up through the offseason.
OT Mark Wilson is not expected to be active for the team's Week 17 game. His signing was done so the Raiders could lock him up through the offseason.
Head coach Lane Kiffin said the decision to start JaMarcus Russell was made as the season unfolded and was not made well in advance.
TENNESSEE TITANS vs. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
WEATHER REPORT: Dome Stadium.
TITANS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: RB LenDale White (knee), DL Albert Haynesworth (hamstring), DL Antwan Odom (ankle), LB David Thornton (knee)
QUESTIONABLE: OG Benji Olson (back), C Kevin Mawae (calf), LB Gilbert Gardner (calf), CB Nick Harper (groin)
INJURED RESERVE: WR Brandon Jones (groin), DL Antonio Johnson (ACL), DL Rien Long (knee), LB Ryan Fowler (shoulder), CB Eric King (forearm), FS Chris Hope (back)
PUP: WR David Givens (knee)
SUSPENDED: RB Chris J. Henry, CB Pacman Jones
KEY INFORMATION
-- White (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17. He is listed as questionable for the game.
-- Olson (back) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he will likely play in Week 17. He is listed as questionable for the game.
-- Mawae (calf) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is listed as a game-time decision for Week 17. He is listed as questionable for the game.
-- Haynesworth (hamstring) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Odom (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he will likely play in Week 17.
-- Thornton (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17.
-- Gardner (calf) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is expected to play in Week 17. He is listed as questionable for the game.
-- Harper (groin) was limited in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and he is questionable for Week 17. He will likely play in the game.
TITANS NEWS AND NOTES
CB Eric King (forearm) has been placed on Injured Reserve, ending his 2007 season.
The Tennessee Titans have signed free-agent CB Chidi Iwuoma (Steelers) to their active roster.
COLTS OFFICIAL INJURY REPORT
PROBABLE: FB Luke Lawton (illness), DL Josh Thomas (illness), CB Kelvin Hayden (illness)
QUESTIONABLE: WR Anthony Gonzalez (foot), WR Marvin Harrison (knee), TE Ben Utecht (shoulder), DL Robert Mathis (knee), DL Quinn Pitcock (groin), CB Tim Jennings (concussion), CB Keiwan Ratliff (hamstring), FS Antoine Bethea (knee)
OUT: OT Ryan Diem (knee), DL Raheem Brock (ribs)
INJURED RESERVE: WR Aaron Moorehead (back), TE Mike Seidman (knee), OT Dan Federkeil (concussion), DL Dwight Freeney (foot), LB Rob Morris (knee), LB Victor Worsley (undisclosed), CB Dante Hughes (shoulder)
KEY INFORMATION
-- Lawton (illness) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Harrison (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28. It is the second straight day he was able to practice fully. He is expected to play Week 17.
-- Gonzalez (foot) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Utecht (shoulder) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Diem (knee) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Mathis (knees) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is likely to play Week 17.
-- Brock (rib) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Thomas (illness) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Pitcock (groin) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Jennings (foot) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Ratliff (hamstring) did not practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is not expected to play Week 17.
-- Hayden (illness) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
-- Bethea (knee) practiced Friday, Dec. 28, and is expected to play Week 17.
COLTS NEWS AND NOTES
DT Darrell Reid has been named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance Week 16.
FS Bob Sanders signed a five-year extension Friday, Dec. 28, worth $37.5 million with $20 million guaranteed.
