The NFL season is in full swing, but a slew of injuries has taken its toll on several playoff contenders. The 49ers, who were expected to contend for the playoffs, now find themselves at 5-7 and 1-3 in the NFC West after missing time from key skill players, including Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle.
Meanwhile, the Ravens suspended wide receiver Diontae Johnson for one game due to “conduct detrimental to the team” after he refused to enter a loss to the Eagles. The Baltimore Ravens will now face the New York Giants on December 15 without their star receiver.
In another incident, Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor DUI charges stemming from his July arrest. Addison’s case is expected to go to trial in January.
The Cowboys’ coach Mike McCarthy is facing uncertainty as his contract includes five guaranteed games remaining. Quarterback Dak Prescott hopes to keep his coach for more.
However, the NFL is cracking down on players who fail to exhibit sportsmanship and respect for the game. Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been suspended three games after a hit that concussed Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
The suspension comes after cornerback Jaylon Johnson confronted Eagles head coach Nick Eberflus in the postgame locker room, sparking controversy that led to Eberflus’ firing. Johnson expressed frustration with his team’s performance and blamed Eberflus for their struggles.
Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey is working through a knee injury, but his status for Week 14 remains unclear. The injury has forced him to miss practice this week, leaving the Chargers without their top receiving option.
As teams navigate these challenges, they must hope that key players return healthy enough to make a push for the playoffs.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/live/nfl-news-injury-updates-christian-mccaffrey-trevor-lawrence-likely-done-for-season-azeez-al-shaair-suspended-3-games-130052894.html