Vikings' McCarthy: Ankle better but not yet 100%

J.J. McCarthy said his high right ankle sprain is “getting there” but is not yet 100%, adding that he received “well-respected second opinions” that indicated his timetable to return could be up to six weeks. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Vikings' McCarthy: Ankle better but not yet 100%

Pickens noncommittal on future with Cowboys

George Pickens, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, praised the Cowboys but noted he also wants to “showcase my talents.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Pickens noncommittal on future with Cowboys

Bears' Williams: 'Could care less' about criticism

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams said he “could care less” about commentary about his play following Chicago’s victory on “Monday Night Football.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Bears' Williams: 'Could care less' about criticism

Rams: Hard to say if Nacua will practice this week

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua did not practice on Wednesday as he recovers from an ankle sprain, head coach Sean McVay said. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Rams: Hard to say if Nacua will practice this week

49ers QB Purdy (toe) limited in return to practice

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy returned to practice Wednesday, his first since aggravating a toe injury during a Week 4 matchup against the Jaguars. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} 49ers QB Purdy (toe) limited in return to practice

Panthers face RB conundrum with Hubbard return

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard, who missed two games, expects to play against the Jets but isn’t sure in what capacity after the emergence of Rico Dowdle. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Panthers face RB conundrum with Hubbard return

Bengals' Hendrickson questionable vs. Steelers

Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is questionable for Thursday night’s game against Pittsburgh after injuring his hip on Sunday. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Bengals' Hendrickson questionable vs. Steelers

Tua apologizes for comments: 'Made a mistake'

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa apologized Wednesday for criticizing teammates for being late to players-only meetings. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Tua apologizes for comments: 'Made a mistake'

Source: 'Outrage' over surface at Steelers field

Players from the Steelers and Browns expressed “outrage” and concerns to the NFLPA about the “embarrassing” playing surface last weekend at Acrisure Stadium, a union source told ESPN. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Source: 'Outrage' over surface at Steelers field