NFL Player News

Head coach Sean McVay said Wednesday that the Rams won't open Garrett's (knee) practice window this week, Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.

Garrett underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee after Week 1 and has been on injured reserve in the meantime. Following McVay's comments, Garrett will miss Sunday's contest against the Chargers, which will mark his seventh consecutive absence. Garrett's next chance to suit up is Sunday, Nov. 8, at Washington.

Wright (quadriceps/foot) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Wright exited Sunday's 28-25 win over the Jets late in the fourth quarter on account of the quad issue, but his availability for this weekend's game against the Patriots doesn't look to be in any peril. Since returning to action Week 4 against the Vikings following a one-game absence, Wright has been a clear second fiddle to Ollie Gordon out of the Miami backfield. In his last three appearances, Wright hasn't recorded any receptions and has logged no more than six carries in any contest.

Dulcich was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Dulcich is making his first appearance of the season on Miami's injury report, but as long as he's able to practice fully by the end of the week, he should be ready to suit up Sunday against the Patriots. The fifth-year tight end turned in his best game of the season in the Dolphins' 28-25 win over the Jets in Week 7, recording five catches for 86 yards on five targets.

St. Brown (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

St. Brown logged a typical 78 percent snap share during this past Sunday's win against the Packers, reeling off nine catches for 153 yards on 11 targets in the process. On Monday, head coach Dan Campbell told Richard Silva of The Detroit News that St. Brown tweaked his ankle in that contest but should practice by Thursday. As a result, St. Brown's absence Wednesday doesn't come as a surprise, and he should mix into drills in some capacity Thursday.

Gibbs (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday.

Several Lions stars did not practice Wednesday, but Gibbs' absence stood out because his shoulder issue had not been reported previously. Gibbs' practice participation now becomes a significant item for fantasy managers to monitor as the week progresses. The Lions head to Minnesota to face the Vikings on Sunday.

Gainwell (hip) was held out Wednesday due to the injury he sustained against the Panthers, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Gainwell's hip issue cropped up in the win over the Panthers, but he was able to return later in the contest. Even so, he was held out of practice to begin prep for the Week 8 clash with the Falcons. His status will have an impact on the Bucs' running back rotation, seeing as Gainwell has played 35 percent of the offensive snaps thus far this season. Bucky Irving could have a larger role, and Sean Tucker could be more of a factor, if Gainwell is unable to play Sunday.

Brown was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to knee and ankle injuries.

The Patriots are remaining cautious with Brown, who is apparently nursing a knee issue in addition to getting continued maintenance for the high-ankle sprain that kept him out for four games. Brown was limited in two practices ahead of a Thursday night game against the Bears but still played 92 percent of the offensive snaps in the 30-24 loss. A similar rep-management plan could be in place for Brown going into Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Egbuka (concussion/foot) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Head coach Todd Bowles told Scott Smith of the team's official site earlier Wednesday that Egbuka participated in individual drills at practice, but the wide receiver will need to increase his activity level Thursday to progress toward a return to action. Egbuka already has missed one game due to a concussion and a foot injury, and he requires clearance from an independent neurologist to have a chance to play again.

Chase was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury and rest, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Though Chase was absent to kick off Week 8 prep, Jay Morrison of SI.com notes that the star wideout was presumably held out for maintenance-related reasons rather than out of concern about his ankle. As long as Chase is able to get back on the field in some capacity Thursday or Friday, he should be ready to go for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Meyers (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury.

Meyers had previously made appearances on Jaguars injury reports earlier in the season due to a thumb issue, but he's nursing a different health concern coming out of the team's Week 7 bye. Unless the hamstring injury was something that cropped up during Wednesday's practice, Meyers' ability to begin Week 8 prep on the field in some capacity is generally a good sign for his chances of suiting up Sunday versus the Colts.