Overview
The conference championships are here, and as the NFL playoffs narrow down to three games left, injuries are looming large for contenders. This weekend, multiple teams, including the New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Rams, and Seattle Seahawks, are dealing with crucial absences that could affect their chances for victory.
Injury Updates
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Denver Broncos: They’ll start Jarrett Stidham in place of Bo Nix, out due to an ankle fracture sustained in the Divisional Round against the Buffalo Bills.
Translation: The Broncos will miss their starting quarterback’s presence in this crucial match. -
Seattle Seahawks: Running back Zach Charbonnet has been ruled out after tearing his ACL during the playoffs.
Translation: The Seahawks won’t have one of their key offensive players available. -
New England Patriots:
- Harold Landry III (knee)
- Marte Mapu (hip)
Both players did not practice, while others like Carlton Davis (concussion protocol) were limited in participation.
Translation: Their defense may be compromised if key players cannot play.
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Los Angeles Rams: Combining illness and injury, key players like Quentin Lake and Byron Young did not practice, while Emmanuel Forbes was limited.
Translation: The Rams are facing challenges in the backfield.
Upcoming Matches
- New England Patriots (-4.5) at Denver Broncos - Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on CBS.
- Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks (-2.5) - Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET on Fox.
