NFL Player News

Freeman (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

The 24-year-old picked up the hip injury during last week's loss to the Bills, but he'll have a chance to take the field Sunday. Freeman would be in line for an increased workload behind starter Melvin Gordon if available to play this weekend, since Phillip Lindsay (hip/knee) has already been ruled out.

Johnson (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jets, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

The 24-year-old was limited by the groin injury at the start of the week, but he put in a full practice Friday to avoid the questionable tag. Johnson should handle kick return duties and work as Cleveland's No. 3 running back behind Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt on Sunday.

Edwards-Helaire (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Falcons, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

This news comes via coach Andy Reid, which sets the stage for Le'Veon Bell to head the Kansas City backfield this weekend, with Darrel Williams, Darwin Thompson and possibly Elijah McGuire also in the mix. Looking ahead, Edwards-Helaire is also expected to miss the team's season finale Week 17 versus the Chargers.

Elliot (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Philadelphia, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Elliott was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday, before the Cowboys took Friday off. He said Wednesday that he was "looking good" to return for Sunday's game, but we won't necessarily have confirmation before the Cowboys release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Tony Pollard filled in for Elliott last week, playing 90 percent of offensive snaps en route to 132 total yards and two touchdowns.

Williams (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Williams suffered the injury in last Saturday's win over the Panthers, freeing up Aaron Jones for 90 percent snap share and 158 total yards on 25 touches. The Packers may find a little more work for AJ Dillon this week, but Jones is sure to be busy again.

Jones (toe) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Jamaal Williams, on the other hand, is listed as doubtful, still bothered by the quadriceps injury that knocked him out of last week's win over Carolina. Jones ended up playing 90 percent of offensive snaps in that game, piling up 158 total yards and a TD on 23 touches. He should be in for another large workload this week, though it's possible the Packers give rookie AJ Dillon a bit more work.

Harris (ankle) remained listed as a limited practice participant Friday.

The same applies to 19 of Harris' teammates, the bulk of whom figure to end up officially listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Bills. That he's logged back-to-back limited sessions after missing this past Sunday's loss to Miami could be interpreted as a positive sign, but until added context is provided -- perhaps by national reporters such as Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport this weekend -- Harris' Week 16 status will remain cloudy. If Harris is unable to go Monday, Sony Michel would be in line to continue to head the Patriots backfield, with James White on hand for change-of-pace duties and J.J. Taylor (quadriceps) in reserve.

Sanders draws a favorable matchup Week 16 against the Cowboys, taking aim at a defense that has allowed a league-high 2,265 rushing yards on the season, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Eagles head coach Doug Pederson has drawn criticism for Sanders' lack of consistent usage this season, but the running back's involvement has been on the upswing since Jalen Hurts replaced Carson Wentz as the team's starting quarterback. In two games with Hurts under center, Sanders has received 36 touches (31 carries, five catches), turning them into 226 yards (6.3 per touch) and two touchdowns. The threat that Hurts presents as a runner has aided Sanders' effectiveness on zone-running plays in particular, with opposing defenses having to respect the quarterback's mobility rather than selling out to stop the running back. Expect the Eagles to make ample use of those plays against the struggling Dallas run defense, which could translate to productive outings on the ground for both Sanders and Hurts.

McCaffrey (thigh) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game at Washington, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

The running back didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, and the Panthers aren't holding a session Friday. Head coach Matt Rhule already said he doesn't expect McCaffrey to play, leaving Mike Davis as the probable starter for a sixth consecutive game. While he could still try to make it back for Week 17, the lack of practice participation suggests McCaffrey's thigh injury isn't cooperating with his plans.

Gibson (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Gibson was a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, with coach Rivera noting Thursday that the running back looked good. Both Gibson and quarterback Alex Smith (toe) appear truly questionable, while wideout Terry McLaurin (ankle) is listed as doubtful. J.D. McKissic earned 24 carries and 14 targets the past two weeks with Gibson inactive, working ahead of Peyton Barber (16 carries, four targets) for the most part.