NFL Injury Report Week 7: New Jets WR Davante Adams practices fully, Broncos CB Patrick Surtain II is out

Week 7 of the 2024 NFL season is here. As usual, we’re keeping an eye on several key injuries across the league.

Both the Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints enter their “Thursday Night Football” matchup wounded, which marks the return of coach Sean Payton to Caesars Superdome. Broncos All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II (concussion) is out, as are the Saints’ top two wide receivers, Chris Olave (oblique) and Rashid Shaheed (knee).

However, several superstars returned fully to practice Wednesday, including new Jets wide receiver Davante Adams (hamstring) and Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (knee).

Below is each team’s notable injury news from this week’s first practice report on Wednesday. Be sure to keep checking this page as we will update it.

Denver Broncos (-2.5) at New Orleans Saints (Thursday)

The Denver Broncos have ruled out Surtain II after he suffered a concussion in a 23-16 home loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6. This is a huge blow to Denver’s defense.

However, the Saints’ offense doesn’t have the same power to start the season. Carr is out with an oblique injury, and explosive wide receiver Shaheed will be out for at least several weeks after undergoing meniscus surgery on Wednesday, according to ESPN. Coach Dennis Allen said he could be placed on injured reserve. Olave is also out due to a concussion.

The Jaguars enter their second straight game in London relatively healthy and everyone on their team is practicing in some capacity.

The same goes for the Patriots, with the exception of running back Rhamondre Stevenson, who was unable to practice on Wednesday due to a foot injury.

Outside of a game Thursday night, the Seahawks had no cornerback, Riq Woolen (ankle), who did not practice. Defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (hamstring) and defensive tackle Leonard Williams (knee) were limited.

The Falcons missed practice due to safety Justin Simmons (hamstring), while running back Bijan Robinson was limited with one day of rest.

The Titans were missing several key players from practice, such as top corner L’Jarius Sneed and running back Tyjae Spears. Starting quarterback Will Levis practiced despite an injury to his throwing shoulder.

Bills running back James Cook, who missed Buffalo’s Week 5 win at the Jets, returned to practice on a limited basis.

The Bengals are a fairly healthy team, with cornerback DJ Turner II the only player who didn’t practice adequately on Wednesday.

Browns superstar running back Nick Chubb trained intensively in his first appearance since the serious knee injury he suffered in the last game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. This is a great sign that Cleveland’s offense could get a boost from his presence following the trade of Amari Cooper to the Buffalo Bills.

The Texans had linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair missing practice on Wednesday (knee) and running back Joe Mixon (ankle) was limited. Mixon returned from his ankle injury last week. Tackle Laremy Tunsil (ankle) was also limited.

Guard Elgton Jenkins (knee) did not play for the Packers. Cornerback Jaire Alexander (groin), tight end Tucker Kraft (groin), wide receiver Jayden Reed (ankle), wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (shoulder) and wide receiver Christian Watson (ankle) were limited.

Although quarterback Anthony Richardson practiced fully after missing the last two games with an oblique/hip injury, most of his offensive linemen missed practice on Wednesday due to various injuries. Wide receiver Michael Pittman was sore in Week 6 with a back injury, and fellow receiver Josh Downs was also fit Sunday. Both could potentially be available by the end of the week. Running back Jonathan Taylor, who has missed the last two games with an ankle injury, also did not practice Wednesday.

The Miami Dolphins’ De’Von Achane made a full return to practice on Wednesday after missing Week 6 with a concussion. Quarterback Skylar Thompson, who came in for Tua Tagovailoa, also trained intensively after missing the last two games with a rib injury.

For the Lions, safety Brian Branch (knee) was limited. Cornerback Carlton Davis III (quad) did not practice.

Following the Vikings’ bye week, running back Aaron Jones (shoulder) and linebacker Blake Cashman (turf toe) did not practice and will likely miss the game. Tight end TJ Hockenson (knee) was limited when his 21-day practice window opened.

Tight end Dallas Goedert (hamstring) and tackle Jordan Mailata (hamstring) did not practice as both are expected to miss a few weeks. Cornerback Darius Slay (knee) was limited and safety Sydney Brown (knee) was a full participant. Brown activated his 21-day practice window last week.

The Giants have two serious injuries on their defensive line. Pass rusher Brian Burns (groin) and defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (hip) did not practice. Running back Devin Singletary (groin), wide receiver Darius Slayton (groin) and wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson (ankle) were limited.

Edge rusher Maxx Crosby (ankle) did not practice for the Raiders. Wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (ankle) and tackle Kolton Miller (shoulder) also did not practice. Running back Zamir White (groin) was limited.

The Rams got some good injury news on Wednesday as wide receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle) was limited. There is a possibility that Kupp will return on Sunday. Tackle Joe Noteboom (ankle) was also limited.

For the Panthers, wide receiver Diontae Johnson (ankle) and tackle Taylor Moton (elbow) did not practice. Running back Jonathan Brooks (knee) was limited.

The Commanders have linebacker Frankie Luvu (toe) as a limited participant. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin received a day of rest and running back Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) was limited.

Coach Andy Reid said defensive end Mike Danna (strained muscle) is the only one who will miss practice. Wide receiver Mecole Hardman (knee) was a full participant.

The 49ers are devastated. Wide receiver Jauan Jennings (hip) and defensive tackle Maliek Collins (knee) did not practice. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel (wrist) and running back Jordan Mason (shoulder) were limited. Kicker Jake Moody (right hip) also did not practice.

New York Jets (-1.5) at Pittsburgh Steelers

New Jets wide receiver Davante Adams’ hamstring has healed after being inactive in the last three games with the Las Vegas Raiders in Weeks 4-6, while he practiced intensively on Wednesday. His best friend and quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not accompany him to the Jets’ practice field because the 40-year-old was suffering from an ankle injury.

The Steelers have a long list of injuries, including running back Najee Harris. He had the best game of the season in Week 6 with 106 yards rushing on 14 carries, including a 36-yard rushing touchdown. It’s worth keeping an eye on his status and many others throughout the week. Quarterback Russell Wilson is not on the practice injury report for the first time this season.

Analysis follows

Los Angeles Chargers (-2.5) at Arizona Cardinals (Monday)

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