Vikings to start Wentz vs. Eagles; McCarthy QB3

Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz will make his fourth consecutive start Sunday against the Eagles, according to coach Kevin O’Connell, who added that J.J. McCarthy will be designated as the emergency third quarterback. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Vikings to start Wentz vs. Eagles; McCarthy QB3

Chiefs WR Rice 'sharp' in practice ahead of debut

Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice performed well in his first practice week since finishing his six-game suspension, setting himself up to play a sizable number of snaps in Sunday’s game against the Raiders. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Chiefs WR Rice 'sharp' in practice ahead of debut

Colts WR Downs, CB Ward out with concussions

The Colts have ruled out a pair of starters with concussions, wide receiver Josh Downs and cornerback Charvarius Ward, for Sunday’s road game against the Chargers. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Colts WR Downs, CB Ward out with concussions

WR McCloud leaves Falcons for 'private' matter

The Falcons have sent wide receiver Ray Ray McCloud III home, and he will not play against the 49ers. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} WR McCloud leaves Falcons for 'private' matter

NFLPA promises 'player-driven' director search

As the NFLPA seeks to replace former executive director Lloyd Howell, union president Jalen Reeves-Maybin told players in a letter that this search will be “player-driven.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} NFLPA promises 'player-driven' director search

Titans' Ridley, Key ruled out Sunday vs. Patriots

Titans starters Calvin Ridley (hamstring) and Arden Key (quad) have been ruled out of Sunday’s Week 7 game against the Patriots. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Titans' Ridley, Key ruled out Sunday vs. Patriots

Cowboys' Diggs out Sunday after home accident

The Cowboys will be without cornerback Trevon Diggs on Sunday against the Commanders after an accident at his home Thursday put him in the concussion protocol. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Cowboys' Diggs out Sunday after home accident

Cards vague on status of QB Murray, WR Harrison

Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon was vague at best on Friday when addressing the health of his two biggest stars — QB Kyler Murray and WR Marvin Harrison Jr. — for Sunday’s game against the Packers Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Cards vague on status of QB Murray, WR Harrison