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Tavon Austin didn't know playbook as rookie

Tavon Austin acknowledged he struggled to learn the Rams' playbook as a rookie.

It's worth noting Austin scored a 7 on his 2013 Wonderlic test. "I didn't really know what was going on," he said. "Everything looked like Spanish and sounded like Spanish to me." Entering his second season, Austin now claims to have OC Brian Schottenheimer's system down pat. He's expected to be a sub-package weapon, playing limited snaps. Austin is a long shot for steady WR3 value.

Source: Associated Press

Wed, Jul 23, 2014 12:06:00 PM

Demaryius Thomas limited with hamstring issue

Demaryius Thomas (hamstring) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

It's a new injury for Thomas, who caught 6-of-8 targets for 71 yards last week. The limited practice suggests he's on track to play, but any hamstring issue is a concern. Thomas has a matchup with Buffalo in Week 3.

Sep 20 - 5:39 PM

Gerald Everett (thigh) questionable for TNF

Gerald Everett (thigh) is questionable for Week 3 against the 49ers.

Everett didn't practice Monday, but was limited the last two days. He'll likely come down to a game-time decision after leaving in the third quarter last week. Everett broke out for a season-high 95 yards before going down, but is a Week 3 fade at less than 100 percent.

Source: Alden Gonzalez on Twitter

Sep 20 - 5:24 PM

Update: Gronkowski listed as DNP Wednesday

Updating an earlier report, Rob Gronkowski (groin) did not practice on Wednesday.

He was seen working on his blocking technique with fellow tight end Dwayne Allen at Wednesday's practice, but the Patriots still listed him as a DNP. Gronk has downplayed his injury since Sunday. Nothing can be taken for granted given his lengthy injury history, but we're still counting on Gronk to be available for Week 3.

Source: Ben Volin on Twitter

Sep 20 - 5:22 PM

Corey Davis (hamstring) ruled out for Week 3

Corey Davis (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 3.

The early rule out comes as a surprise after Davis played through a mid-game setback last week. Coach Mike Mularkey said Davis was day to day, but the Titans want to rest him in an effort to get fully healthy. Davis will target a Week 4 return.

Source: Terry McCormick on Twitter

Sep 20 - 5:16 PM

Jordy Nelson practicing ahead of Week 3

Jordy Nelson (quad) is practicing fully for Week 3.

It's a great sign after Nelson missed most of Sunday night's game. He's ahead of Randall Cobb (shoulder), who was held out of practice. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Nelson only has a 50-percent chance to play this week, but he's trending in the right direction.

Source: ESPN

Sep 20 - 4:57 PM

DeMarco Murray not practicing (hamstring)

DeMarco Murray (hamstring) didn't practice on Wednesday.

Neither did Corey Davis (hamstring). Derrick Henry erupted for a career-high 92 yards in Week 2 and would handle the lead role if Murray is absent for Week 3 against the Seahawks.

Source: Cameron Wolfe on Twitter

Sep 20 - 4:52 PM

Packers don't clear Randall Cobb to practice

Randall Cobb (chest) was held out of Wednesday's practice.

Cobb is listed with a chest injury despite undergoing an MRI on his shoulder. He was considered day to day, but the missed practice isn't a good start to the week. The Packers are hoping to have both Jordy Nelson (quad) and Cobb for Sunday's game with the Bengals.

Source: ESPN

Sep 20 - 4:51 PM

Vikings officially list Bradford as limited

Sam Bradford (knee) was officially limited at Wednesday's practice.

A bone bruise in his surgically-repaired knee kept Bradford out Sunday against Pittsburgh, though it looks like he's on the right track for Week 3. His return would obviously come as great news for Stefon Diggs, Adam Thielen and Kyle Rudolph, who all struggled with Case Keenum under center in Week 2.

Source: Andrew Krammer on Twitter

Sep 20 - 4:51 PM

Evan Engram placed in concussion protocol

Evan Engram (concussion) was limited at Wednesday's practice.

Engram was placed in the concussion protocol following Monday night's game against the Lions, though according to ESPN Giants reporter Jordan Raanan, it's just a precaution. His presence at practice suggests he'll be fine for Sunday's game at Philadelphia.

Source: Jordan Raanan on Twitter

Sep 20 - 4:26 PM

Ajayi (knee) sits out Wednesday's practice

Jay Ajayi (knee) didn't practice on Wednesday.

We're guessing Ajayi's is just getting a maintenance day after logging an exhausting 28 carries in last week's season opener. Ajayi was listed with a knee injury last week as well but wasn't on the final injury report. He's in a great spot against the Jets this week.

Source: Adam Beasley on Twitter

Sep 20 - 4:23 PM

Jimmy Graham (ankle) not practicing Wednesday

Jimmy Graham (ankle) is not practicing Wednesday.

Coach Pete Carroll said earlier this week that Graham will be questionable for Week 3 against the Titans. He's battling both knee and ankle issues and has just nine receiving yards through two games. Luke Willson and Nick Vannett would carry the load if Graham sits. Neither is a fantasy play.

Source: Liz Mathews on Twitter

Sep 20 - 3:53 PM