NFL Week 7 Injury Updates: Key Players and Statuses
As Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season approaches, teams are bracing for the Thursday night matchup featuring the New England Patriots and the Chicago Bears. Both teams showcase promising young quarterbacks: Drake May for the Patriots and Caleb Williams for the Bears.
Team Injury Reports
New England Patriots
- A.J. Brown has returned to the lineup after missing time, boosting the wide receiver corps.
- Romeo Dobbs has been placed on injured reserve due to a shoulder injury.
- Cornerback Carlton Davis is sidelined with a neck injury for another week.
- Offensive tackle Morgan Moses (foot) is listed as questionable.
Chicago Bears
- Running back Kyle Monangai and linebacker Jack Sanborn will not play against the Patriots.
- Defensive back Tyrique Stevenson is questionable with a hip injury.
- Linebacker T.J. Edwards is unlikely to participate due to a hamstring issue.
Other Notable Injuries Across the League
Baltimore Ravens
Quarterback Lamar Jackson is dealing with an ankle issue but was limited in practice.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
QB Baker Mayfield participated fully after nursing a right thumb injury.
New York Jets
Running back Breece Hall did not participate due to a quad injury.
Weekly Injury Highlights by Matchup
Patriots vs. Bears
Critical players’ statuses can significantly impact the outcome of this Thursday night clash.
Steelers vs. Saints
- Steelers: Did not participate: CB Jalen Ramsey (wrist), WR Ben Skowronek (calf). Limited: RB Rico Dowdle (knee).
- Saints: Did not participate: K Daniel Carlson (personal matter). Limited: RB Alvin Kamara (back).
49ers vs. Falcons
- 49ers: DE Nick Bosa (knee, calf) and WR Deebo Samuel (hamstring) did not participate.
- Falcons: DB Billy Bowman Jr. (hamstring) did not participate.
Bengals vs. Ravens
- Bengals: S Kyle Dugger (quad) limited.
- Ravens: OLB Tavius Robinson (pectoral) did not participate.
Conclusion
This season has witnessed an array of injuries impacting team rosters. Stay tuned as teams finalize their lineups ahead of their matchups during Week 7, ensuring you have the latest updates on the key players and their recovery statuses.
