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Panthers coach Dave Canales said Friday that Young (ankle) is ready for Sunday's game against Denver after a "great week" of practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Young has been a full practice participant throughout the week, apparently not too bothered by a sore ankle. The bigger concern for Sunday is Denver's impressive pass rush matching up against Carolina's injury-riddled offensive line.

Watson (concussion) was present for practice Friday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Ian Rapoport of NFL Network previously suggested that Watson "is unlikely to start" Sunday's game against the Saints, but either way, the QB's return to the field, in any capacity, is a positive step toward him advancing through the NFL's concussion protocol. Friday's final injury report will add further clarity to Watson's Week 9 status, but if he isn't cleared to play this weekend, Shedeur Sanders would be in line to start in his place.

The Ravens acquired Brissett and a 2027 fifth-round pick from the Cardinals on Friday in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2028 seventh-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Additionally, the Cardinals are paying about half of Brissett's remaining 2026 salary to facilitate the deal. The move gives Baltimore a veteran quarterback after both Lamar Jackson (thumb) and Tyler Huntley (toe) suffered long-term injuries last Sunday against Buffalo. Brissett had recently fallen to the Cardinals' No. 3 quarterback after he was benched in Week 8 against Dallas. He should immediately claim the QB1 spot for the Ravens after undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano has looked overmatched in his nearly two full games of action under center.

Watson (concussion) "is unlikely to start" Sunday's game against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Watson has not practiced since being placed in the NFL's concussion protocol Tuesday, and it appears he will not be cleared to suit up for Week 9. The Browns will provide an official update on Watson's status later Friday, and if he is unable to go, Shedeur Sanders would presumably get the start in his place.

Fagnano completed 10 of 18 passes for 60 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions while adding three rushes for 13 yards in the Ravens' 33-10 loss to the Jaguars on Thursday night.

Fagnano drew the start with both Lamar Jackson (thumb) and Tyler Huntley (toe) on injured reserve, and the undrafted rookie signal-caller unsurprisingly had a difficult night after also struggling in emergency duty against the Bills just four days earlier. Fagnano had been dealing with an ankle injury stemming from his aforementioned NFL debut and had little practice time on a short week, so offensive coordinator Declan Doyle kept the game plan simple and focused on the short areas of the field, resulting in Fagnano averaging just 3.3 yards per attempt. Both of Fagnano's second-half picks also led to Jacksonville field goals, making it a forgettable night overall. With the Ravens reportedly putting the finishing touches on a trade with the Cardinals for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett, Fagnano is likely to move into a reserve role as soon as a Week 10 road matchup against the Titans on Sunday, Nov. 15.

Lawrence completed 16 of 26 passes for 242 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions while rushing once for minus-1 yard in the Jaguars' 33-16 win over the Ravens on Thursday night.

Lawrence unsurprisingly didn't have a high-volume night, as the Jaguars were progressively able to take control of the game with Joe Fagnano under center for the Ravens. The veteran signal-caller hit Parker Washington on a 50-yard catch-and-run touchdown over the middle just before halftime for his one scoring pass, and Lawrence connected with eight different targets overall on the night. The 2021 first overall pick has now thrown for 1,932 yards with an 18:4 TD:INT and added 79 yards on the ground heading into a Week 10 road matchup against the Titans on Sunday, Nov. 15.

Haener was waived by the Giants on Thursday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Haener has served as the Giants' No. 3 quarterback behind Jameis Winston and J.J. McCarthy since he was signed to the active roster in early October, but he will now be placed on waivers. If Haener goes unclaimed, there's a good chance he will remain with New York as a member of the team's practice squad.

Lock (right elbow) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Lock is poised to fill in for Sam Darnold (quadriceps/ribs) this Sunday against the Cardinals, but the former still has some work to do to avoid a designation for that contest after a second straight capped session to begin Week 9 prep. Friday's injury report will reveal if Lock's right elbow issue is behind him, though he appears close to being healthy, as he told Brady Henderson of ESPN.com on Thursday that it's "doing a lot better... (It) felt great to get under center, rip some balls yesterday."

Slovis (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against Jacksonville but will serve as the team's emergency quarterback.

Austin Reed moved up to the No. 2 spot on the depth chart ahead of the Week 9 meeting with the Jaguars. While Slovis is inactive, he will be available if Reed and starter Joe Fagnano exit the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

Reed is slated to serve as the Ravens' No. 2 quarterback for Thursday night's game against Jacksonville.

Reed was signed to the 53-man roster off the practice squad Thursday. With both Lamar Jackson (thumb) and Tyler Huntley (toe) on injured reserve, Reed will back up Joe Fagnano in Week 9, with Kedon Slovis (coach's decision) inactive but available if needed as the emergency No. 3 quarterback.