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NFLTR Insider: Herbert, Backup QB Ranks, Wirfs, Buzz
Justin Herbert
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The Los Angeles Chargers announced that QB Justin Herbert has suffered a plantar fascia injury in his right foot.
Herbert will need two weeks in a walking boot followed by a gradual return to play, but he could still be back for Week 1.
Backup QB Rankings
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NFLTR’s Logan Ulrich takes a look at the pecking order for all 32 backup quarterbacks in his 2024 Backup Quarterback Power Rankings.
History says a good number of these guys will end up seeing meaningful snaps this fall.
DeAndre Hopkins
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Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins suffered a knee injury during practice this week and could end up missing weeks.
Buzz:
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed the criticism for not having a deal done with superstar WR CeeDee Lamb, who is currently holding out from training camp. (NFLTR)
Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald announced Thursday that QB Geno Smith will undergo medical tests for hip and knee injuries. (NFLTR)
The Buccaneers and LT Tristan Wirfs agreed to terms on a five-year, $140.63 million extension Thursday. (NFLTR)
Browns GM Andrew Berry explained the organization's thought process in hitting the reset button on the offense and hiring OC Ken Dorsey this offseason. (NFLTR)
Falcons owner Arthur Blank explained their decision to select QB Michael Penix Jr at No. 8 overall a few months after signing Kirk Cousins in free agency. (NFLTR)
Cowboys tried out four edge rushers. (NFLTR)
Jets brought in six players on a tryout basis, including veteran WR Jarvis Landry. (NFLTR)
Chargers second-round WR Ladd McConkey is off to a fast start in training camp. (NFLTR)
Lions GM Brad Holmes mentioned that he and Campbell have had conversations about a potential extension for DT Alim McNeill. (NFLTR)
Browns RB D'Onta Foreman was taken to the hospital via helicopter on Tuesday after sustaining a neck injury. He did have movement in all of his extremities. (NFLTR)
Colts first-round EDGE Laiatu Latu has stood out in the early part of training camp. (NFLTR)
Jets RB Tarik Cohen announced his retirement. (NFLTR)