NFL teams are dealing with injuries even though they haven’t played a game this season. Our FanNation publishers provide the latest intel on injuries. While one of the best tight ends (George Kittle) in the league could be out this week, a top receiver (Michael Thomas) returns after being injured most of last season. Here’s a closer look at who’s in and who’s out as we kick off the 2022 season.
BALTIMORE RAVENS
The Ravens had 52 of their 53 players on their active roster practicing at one point this week. The only absence was rookie defensive tackle Travis Jones, who is out with a knee injury. Despite the turnout, several players still might not be ready for the Jets. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley (ankle) is doubtful. If Stanley can’t start, Ja'Wuan James would play left tackle. Running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) and cornerback Marcus Peters (knee) are both questionable. —
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CHICAGO BEARS
Rookie wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. hasn’t been available since the second preseason game because of a hamstring injury and he's listed as doubtful against the 49ers. Jones hasn’t practiced all week. The speedy third-round pick from Tennessee had a strong first preseason effort as a returner against Seattle but has since vanished. The Bears really need the receiver help now as they’re without N’Keal Harry until October and might need to use Ihmir Smith-Marsette in a limited role after he just was claimed on waivers from the Vikings. —
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