Robinson rips Saints, 45-24
Atlanta routed New Orleans 45-24 on Monday night. Bijan Robinson rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns, including a 59-yard burst, while Michael Penix Jr. completed 15-of-20 passes for 223 yards and a TD. The Falcons piled up early rush yardage; Za’Darius Smith entered concussion protocol.
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Lamar Jackson’s status in doubt
NFL.com reported on Oct. 6 that Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is dealing with a sprained ankle and is considered an outside chance to play in Week 5. Jackson exited in the second quarter of Baltimore’s Week 4 win; if he can’t play, Tyler Huntley is expected to start.
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Rams add vet LB Eric Kendricks
The Rams signed veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks to their practice squad on Oct. 6. Kendricks, an 11-year NFL veteran, appeared in three games last season with the 49ers and joins Los Angeles as added inside-linebacker depth ahead of upcoming matchups.
Source: NFL.com
Colts DE Arden Key hurt 3–4 wks
NFL.com’s Oct. 6 roundup cited ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reporting Colts defensive end Arden Key is expected to miss three to four weeks with a hamstring injury. Key, a ninth-year veteran, had started all four games for Indianapolis this season before the setback.
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Packers add LB Kristian Welch
On Oct. 6 the league transactions list shows the Green Bay Packers signed linebacker Kristian Welch to their active roster. The move adds depth to the Packers’ linebacker corps as they prepare for the next stretch of the schedule following Week 4.
Source: NFL.com transactions
Patriots rise in Week 5 rankings
Nick Shook’s NFL Power Rankings (Oct. 6) moved the New England Patriots upward after their road win at Buffalo. The piece highlights Drake Maye’s improved play and frames the victory as an important early-season boost for New England’s AFC East race.
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Bills sign WR A.J. Woods
The NFL transaction log for Oct. 6 shows the Buffalo Bills added wide receiver A.J. Woods to their practice squad. The move provides Buffalo with additional receiving depth as the team evaluates options across the roster following Week 4.
Source: NFL.com transactions
Bears add WR Scott Miller
NFL.com’s Oct. 6 roundup notes that the Chicago Bears signed wide receiver Scott Miller to their practice squad. The move, reported via ESPN’s Adam Schefter in the roundup, gives the Bears another option at receiver as they prepare for an upcoming matchup.
Source: NFL.com