Pro Football Doc, Dr. David Chao, shares his thoughts on some key players ahead of NFL Week 5.
Jayden Daniels (QB, Commanders)
Good news here. Daniels is back this week! According to Pro Football Doc, he expects Daniels to be close to 100%. Washington waited long enough with his mild knee sprain to allow him to heal fully, so he shouldn’t be slowed at all.
Lamar Jackson (QB, Ravens)
Medium news. Jackson is dealing with a hamstring strain and will miss this week. Pro Football Doc says Jackson could miss Week 6 as well, so the Ravens could get him healthy heading into the bye in Week 7. He expects that he will return soon after, and he does not view the hamstring injury as a long-term injury.
Brock Purdy (QB, 49ers)
More concerning news. Purdy aggravated his turf toe in Week 4 and didn’t play Thursday. On video, you could see him struggling to push off, leading to high throws and poor accuracy. Turf toe aggravations are tricky, and he’s now doubtful for Week 6 as well. With Mac Jones playing well, San Francisco may give Purdy extra time to fully recover.
Bucky Irving (RB, Buccaneers)
Irving suffered an inversion ankle sprain along with a reported foot sprain. He was seen in a boot and on crutches midweek, which will keep him out of Week 5 and likely longer.
Brock Bowers (TE, Raiders)
Still not back to full strength following a PCL injury. He continues to wear a large brace, and his Thursday DNP raised concerns. However, resting him that day may have been precautionary. Bowers will not be 100% and will still be hampered if he plays in Week 5.
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