LineStar Article | NFL News and Notes for August 21st

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NFL News and Notes for August 21st

NFL Player and Team Updates
Ready to Play or Returning

Jordan Love is cleared and ready to participate in Week 1.
Kenneth Walker participated in practice again and seems prepared for the season opener.
Noah Brown is nearing a return to action.

Practice Participation Notes

Tee Higgins left the practice field briefly due to being hobbled but rejoined a few plays later.
Zay Flowers did not participate in practice.
Mark Andrews did not participate in practice.
Isaiah Likely did not participate in practice.
Zach Charbonnet is performing strongly in training camp.

Injury Concerns

Quentin Johnston is currently in concussion protocol.
Jaylen Wright exited practice with what appeared to be an injury.
Lamar Jackson was stepped on during yesterday's session and did not participate today, but Coach Harbaugh confirmed no damage and stated he is fine.

Surgeries and Season Impacts

Ja'Lynn Polk will undergo season-ending surgery for his shoulder.
Johnny Wilson will undergo season-ending surgery for his knee.
Tristan Wirfs and Chris Godwin are projected to make the initial 53-man roster but are not anticipated to play until October.

Role and Depth Changes

Chris Rodriguez is set to take over as the short-yardage and goal-line back in place of Brian Robinson.
Jalen Milroe is scheduled to start and play the full game in preseason Week 3.

College Player Notes

Travis Hunter did not participate and will not play on Saturday.

Trades and Team Needs

Skyy Moore has been traded to the San Francisco 49ers.
The New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, and Kansas City Chiefs are actively seeking additions at the running back position.