NFL Week 8 brings another important group of injuries to monitor across the league, with several key players dealing with injuries that could impact their availability this week.
SICscore.com is tracking the latest NFL Week 8 injuries, practice participation reports, player statuses and potential return timelines.
Wednesday, October 28th
Lamar Jackson, Ravens - Ankle
Jackson was a full participant in Wednesday's practice ahead of Week 8 against the Bills, marking his first full practice since suffering an ankle injury in Week 4. After missing the past three games, Jackson appears to be trending toward a return this week.
Ja'Marr Chase, Bengals - Ankle
Chase did not practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury and rest. His absence is believed to be maintenance-related rather than a significant injury concern. He is expected to be available for Week 8 against the Titans, provided he returns to practice later this week.
Saquon Barkley, Eagles - Hamstring/Back
Barkley did not participate in Wednesday's walkthrough after being limited to just nine snaps in Week 7 against the Cowboys due to back tightness. He had missed the previous two games with a right hamstring injury but said his hamstring came out of Monday's game feeling great.
Rashee Rice, Chiefs - Hamstring/Knee
Rice was limited in Wednesday's practice, marking his first participation since suffering a hamstring injury in Week 4 against the Raiders. He has missed the past three games, and his availability for Week 8 against the Broncos remains uncertain. His practice participation throughout the week will be key in determining his return.
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions - Ankle
St. Brown did not practice Wednesday after suffering an ankle injury during Sunday's win over the Packers. Head coach Dan Campbell had indicated he would likely miss Wednesday's practice, but there has been no indication that his availability for Week 8 against the Vikings is in jeopardy.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Lions - Shoulder
Gibbs did not practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury ahead of Week 8 against the Vikings. There has been no indication that the Lions expect him to miss Sunday's game.
Emeka Egbuka, Buccaneers - Concussion/Foot
Egbuka was limited in Wednesday's practice as he continues recovering from concussion and foot injuries that sidelined him in Week 7 against the Panthers. He returned to limited practice last Friday but was ultimately ruled out. His participation over the next two days will help determine his availability for Week 8 against the Falcons.
A.J. Brown, Patriots - Ankle
Brown was limited in Wednesday's practice as he continues to manage an ankle injury that previously sidelined him for four games. He returned to action before last Thursday's loss to the Bears but remains on the injury report ahead of Week 8.
Ladd McConkey, Chargers - Concussion
McConkey was a full participant in Wednesday's practice as he works through the concussion protocol ahead of Week 8 against the Rams.
Jaylen Waddle, Broncos - Chest
Waddle did not practice Wednesday after aggravating his preexisting chest injury during Week 7 against the Cardinals. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, his availability for Week 8 against the Chiefs remains uncertain.
DeVonta Smith, Eagles - Hamstring
Smith did not participate in Wednesday's walkthrough as he continues dealing with a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for three of the past four games. His availability for Week 8 against the Commanders remains uncertain, and he will likely need to return to practice Thursday or Friday to have a chance to play.
Stefon Diggs, Patriots - Hand/Hamstring
Diggs did not practice Wednesday due to hand and hamstring injuries, along with a designated rest day. His status will be monitored ahead of Week 8 against the Dolphins.
Aaron Jones Sr., Vikings - Left Knee
Jones did not practice Wednesday after suffering a left knee injury during Week 7 against the Colts. The injury is not considered significant, and Jones remains day-to-day ahead of Week 8 against the Lions.
DJ Moore, Bills - Left Shoulder
Moore was limited in Wednesday's practice as he continues recovering from an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder. He aggravated the injury during Buffalo's Week 4 loss to the Patriots and has not played since. His participation marks a step toward a potential Week 8 return against the Ravens.
Dalton Kincaid, Bills - Chest
Kincaid was limited in Wednesday's practice with a chest injury. He briefly exited Buffalo's Week 6 game against the Raiders with what was initially described as a rib injury before returning in the fourth quarter. The Bills had a bye in Week 7.
Colby Parkinson, Rams - Ribs
Parkinson did not practice Wednesday due to a rib injury, putting his availability for Week 8 against the Chargers in question. He has been a contributor to the Rams' offense over the past two weeks.
Carson Beck, Cardinals - Back
Beck was limited in Wednesday's practice as he continues to deal with back spasms that have delayed his rookie season debut. Head coach Mike LaFleur said Beck threw the ball well during Tuesday's session.
Davante Adams, Rams - Hamstring
Adams successfully underwent hamstring surgery, with an expected recovery timeline of six to 10 weeks. Head coach Sean McVay said Adams' return is likely closer to the shorter end of that range, potentially putting a Week 13 return against the Chiefs in play.
Dameon Pierce, Eagles - Undisclosed
Pierce has been placed on injured reserve after suffering an injury on a kickoff return during the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the Cowboys. The Eagles have not disclosed the nature of the injury, but Pierce will miss at least four games. Jaydon Blue was signed from the practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move.
Jaylin Noel, Texans - Toe
Noel has been placed on injured reserve with a toe injury and will miss at least four games. With Houston on a bye in Week 8, Noel will not be eligible to return until Week 13 against the Steelers.
Terry McLaurin, Commanders - Torn Patellar Tendon
McLaurin has officially been placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn patellar tendon during Washington's Week 6 loss to the 49ers. The Commanders previously ruled him out for the remainder of the 2026 season, with McLaurin now targeting a return in 2027.
