NFL Injury Report: Week 18 Ahead of the Regular Season Finale

This week in the NFL is all about the final showdown before the playoffs kick in, and excitement fills the air. The stakes are high for teams fighting for division titles and playoff spots, while others may be thinking about vacation plans. As the teams prepare for their last matchups, injuries are a pressing concern. With only a few days left, let’s take a closer look at the latest injury updates from around the league.

Starting with the Cleveland Browns, the injury report is extensive. Running back Jerome Ford (ankle), defensive end Myles Garrett (thigh), and cornerback Denzel Ward (shoulder) were among those who did not practice on Wednesday. Meanwhile, quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (calf) and safety Grant Delpit (shoulder/knee) had limited participation.

On the Baltimore Ravens side, only running back Justice Hill (concussion/illness) and offensive lineman Patrick Mekari (illness) missed practice. Limited participants included cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis and defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike, who all had their own concerns.

Moving over to the Pittsburgh Steelers, cornerback Donte Jackson showed up in the injury report with a back issue, but he was a limited participant. The Cincinnati Bengals faced their own challenges as well, with several players, including quarterback Joe Burrow (right wrist/knee) and wide receiver Tee Higgins (ankle/knee), listed as limited.

The Carolina Panthers had their share of troubles, with several stars like pass rusher Amare Barno (shoulder) and cornerback Jaycee Horn (hip) absent from practice. The Atlanta Falcons reported cornerback Kevin King (concussion) as missing, while Lorenzo Carter (oblique) marked his status as limited.

On the Green Bay Packers front, the news isn’t good as cornerback Jaire Alexander is out for the season with a knee injury. Other players also missed practice, including running back Josh Jacobs (wrist) and safety Zayne Anderson (concussion).

In beneficial news for Buffalo Bills fans, quarterback Josh Allen was listed as a full participant despite concerns over his elbow and shoulder. Similarly, Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson didn’t practice due to back issues.

As teams wrap up their final preparations, there remains a significant spotlight on injuries. With playoffs just around the corner, fans will be closely watching their favorite teams as they navigate this challenging week.