NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 10, 2026, 5:40 AM ET
Injury Report and Week 5 Status
Aaron Donald practiced in full Friday and said he plans to play on Monday Night Football against the Bills after missing the Rams' previous game. Vikings receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison were both listed as questionable, with their health central to the debut of Odell Beckham Jr. in Minnesota. Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is questionable after a foot injury added to his ongoing ankle problems, according to coach Klint Kubiak. The Bears have ruled out running back Kyle Monangai for Sunday's game against the Packers, while quarterback Caleb Williams is questionable.
Ruled Out and Sidelined Players
The Eagles will be without running back Saquon Barkley, receiver DeVonta Smith and three others for their London game against the Jaguars. The Browns have ruled out defensive tackles Mason Graham and Mike Hall Jr. against the Jets. The Patriots will be missing starting cornerbacks Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis for their matchup with the Raiders. The Jets, coming off a historically poor performance, will also be without running back Breece Hall and receiver Garrett Mitchell when they face the Browns.
Returns and Debuts
Mykel Williams of the 49ers is set to make his 2026 debut on Sunday, nearly a year after tearing his ACL last November.
League News
Mike Ditka, the Hall of Fame tight end and longtime Bears coach, died at age 86, a loss that drew tributes across the league. The Packers and Patriots drew attention for their Week 5 uniform choices, including a red Pat Patriot look.
Betting and Outlook
Four weeks into the season, analysts are asking whether the Texans and Chargers are as weak as their records suggest. Experts have also published their Week 5 best bets, breaking down odds and player props for Sunday's slate. Looking at the season's first quarter, Field Yates handed out quarter-season awards with Brock Purdy in the MVP conversation and Klint Kubiak as a Coach of the Year candidate.
Fantasy Football
For managers needing lineup help, last-minute pickups for Week 5 offer options amid injuries, bye weeks and tough matchups. Kyren Williams could finish top five at running back, and two Raiders tight ends may crack the top 10 scorers.
Game Results and Team Concerns
The Buccaneers pulled away in the third quarter to beat the Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, with undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels helping Tampa Bay hold off Dallas. Raiders coach Klint Kubiak has acknowledged the offense's progress, though the running game remains a problem he says must be fixed.