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Hoyer (concussion) is not expected to play Sunday against the Jets, ESPN.com reports.

That said, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle relays that as of Thursday, coach Bill O'Brien hasn't ruled out Hoyer officially, calling the QB day-to-day. If Hoyer is sidelined this weekend, as expected, however, T.J. Yates would draw the start at QB for the Texans in Week 11.

Bradford has yet to pass the NFL's concussion protocol, so he won't practice Thursday.

With Bradford also dealing with left shoulder issue in addition to his concussion, he continues to look pretty iffy for Sunday's game against the Bucs. In the event that he is ruled out for the contest -- and such an outcome could arrive Friday upon the release of the Eagles' final Week 11 injury report -- Mark Sanchez would be in line to start at QB in his place this weekend.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport relays that he has been told that Hoyer (concussion) is likely out for Sunday's game against the Jets.

In such a scenario -- which the Texans have yet to confirm either way -- T.J. Yates would presumably draw the start at QB for the Texans on Sunday, with newcomer Brandon Weeden available to serve in a backup capacity

Rodgers was limited in practice Wednesday due to a right shoulder injury, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Rodgers has admitted that he's banged-up at the moment, which is likely due to the three sacks and seven quarterback hits that he sustained during Sunday's loss to the Lions, but firing a ridiculous 109 passes the last two games likely hasn't helped matters. While limited practice appearances may be replicated Thursday and Friday, the two-time MVP has "no worries" about suiting up Sunday at Minnesota.

Hoyer (concussion) did not practice Wednesday.

When asked about Hoyer's status for Sunday's game against the Jets, coach Bill O'Brien acknowledged Wednesday that "it's in the questionable category," while adding that the QB -- who remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, -- "would have to practice to play." In the event that Hoyer is not cleared to play in Sunday's contest, T.J. Yates would draw the start in his place, while Zac Dysert (currently on the team's practice squad) would be in line to serve as the Texans' No. 2 QB in such a scenario.

Though Hoyer's symptoms are said to be improving, he remains in the NFL's concussion protocol as of Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Hoyer's Week 11 status thus remains cloudy at this stage of the week, with backup T.J. Yates thus making preparations to start Sunday's contest against the Jets in the event that Hoyer -- who is viewed by coach Bill O'Brien as day-to-day -- is not cleared in advance of the contest.

With Bradford -- who is also dealing with left shoulder injury -- still in the NFL's concussion protocol as of Wednesday, the QB is unable to practice, though he is taking part in meetings.

Per the report, at this stage, Bradford has not been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucs, but csnphilly.com suggests that it "continues to look like" Mark Sanchez will draw the starting assignment at QB for the Eagles this weekend.

Hoyer (concussion) is considered day-to-day, with head coach Bill O'Brien hoping to have his starting quarterback available for Sunday's game against the Jets, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official website reports.

According to Sidhu, the Texans realized Hoyer was concussed when he started having trouble remembering plays during the third quarter of Monday's eventual win over the Bengals. Although the struggles with memory are concerning, the Texans remain optimistic that Hoyer won't miss any games. T.J. Yates would be next in line to start.

Bradford (shoulder/concussion) was present at Tuesday's practice but did not participate, Zach Berman of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Bradford did not have his helmet, but he was not spotted wearing a brace or sling on his arm, and his presence alone indicates he has passed the first stage of the concussion protocol. It was announced Monday that Bradford is expected to sit out the Eagles' Week 11 matchup with the Buccaneers, but is status will not officially be determined until later this week, and he seems to be progressing in the right direction.

Dalton completed 22-of-38 passes for 197 yards and one interception in Monday night's loss to the Texans.

Dalton easily had his worst performance of an otherwise impressive season so far Monday night, as he posted low-marks in passing yards, completion percentage and yards per attempt. Additionally, Monday was Dalton's first game without a touchdown pass this season, and he threw an interception. After failing to score a touchdown at home against the Texans, Dalton will now lead the Bengals' offense into Arizona for a difficult Week 11 matchup versus the Cardinals on Sunday night.