NFL Week 3 has brought another wave of injuries across the league, with several key players dealing with new injuries and questions surrounding their availability moving forward.
SICscore.com is tracking the latest NFL injuries, diagnoses, player statuses and return timelines from around the league.
De'Von Achane, Dolphins - Knee
Achane suffered a torn ACL during the Dolphins’ Week 3 loss to the Chiefs and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season. He was injured on his third rushing attempt when he was tackled awkwardly by Chiefs safety Alohi Gilman. Achane walked to the medical tent under his own power before being taken to the locker room for further testing and was ruled out in the second half.
Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers - Thumb
Mayfield suffered a dislocated right thumb on his throwing hand during the Buccaneers’ Week 3 loss to the Vikings. His MRI showed no fracture or ligament or tendon damage, but head coach Todd Bowles said Mayfield will miss a minimum of three weeks. Jalon Daniels will start in his absence.
Josh Allen, Bills - Left Knee
Allen took a helmet to the outside of his left knee during the fourth quarter against the Chargers but remained in the game and played every snap. By video, Pro Football Doc believes Allen suffered a significant contusion near the iliotibial band without structural damage and does not expect him to miss time, although soreness and swelling are likely.
Bryce Young, Panthers - Undisclosed
Young suffered an undisclosed injury after being kicked during the Panthers’ Week 3 loss to the Browns but remained in the game and finished. Head coach Dave Canales said Young was sore but expects him to be fine for Week 4 against the Lions. Young will undergo imaging to rule out a more significant injury.
Jalen Coker, Panthers - Quad
Coker suffered a quad injury during the Panthers’ Week 3 loss to the Browns and is considered questionable for Week 4 against the Lions. Coker, who has also been playing through an ankle injury, said after the game that he does not believe the quad injury is serious.
Breece Hall, Jets - Quad
Hall is considered week-to-week with the quad injury he suffered during the Jets’ Week 3 loss to the Lions. The injury is reportedly not as significant as initially feared, but his status for Week 4 remains uncertain. Pro Football Doc said short-term IR could still be possible.
Justin Jefferson, Vikings - Ankle
Jefferson suffered an ankle sprain during the Vikings’ Week 3 win over the Buccaneers. Imaging showed no long-term damage, and there is a chance he will play in Week 4.
Travis Etienne Jr., Saints - Hamstring
Etienne suffered a hamstring injury during the Saints’ Week 3 loss to the Raiders and did not return. Head coach Kellen Moore said Etienne “will miss time,” but a timeline for his return has not yet been determined.
Mike Evans, 49ers - Ribs
Evans suffered a rib/oblique injury during the second quarter and was carted to the locker room before being ruled out. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Evans is dealing with a rib strain, but he will undergo further evaluation Monday to determine the severity of the injury.
Jalen McMillan, Buccaneers - Knee
McMillan aggravated his left knee during the Buccaneers’ opening possession against the Vikings and did not return. He had already missed Week 1 with a knee injury and played only seven snaps in Week 2. McMillan is scheduled to undergo an MRI Monday to determine the severity of the injury.
Brian Burns, Giants - Right Knee
Burns is believed to have suffered a torn ACL in his right knee during the fourth quarter of the Giants’ Week 3 win over the Titans. He immediately grabbed his right leg after being blocked, needed help leaving the field and was taken to the locker room. Burns will undergo an MRI to confirm the diagnosis and determine the full extent of the injury.
Jaycee Horn, Panthers - Quad
Horn suffered a significant quad injury during the Panthers’ Week 3 loss to the Browns. The injury is believed to be a tear and could be season-ending, with Horn seeking additional opinions before a final determination is made.
Leo Chenal, Commanders - Neck
Chenal suffered a neck fracture during the Commanders’ Week 3 win over the Seahawks and was immobilized on a stretcher and carted off the field. He was seen moving his arms and legs afterward, but multiple reports indicate he will require surgery and miss the remainder of the season.
Stay tuned for more updates.
