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NFLTR Insider: Observations, Purdy Out, Dolphins Turmoil, Brown Usage, Metcalf vs. Seattle, Bigsby Trade

September 12, 2025

NFL Observations

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Brock Purdy

Brock Purdy

  • 49ers QB Brock Purdy will miss two to five weeks with a toe turf variant. (NFLTR)

  • Purdy will likely miss at least the next two games against the Saints and Cardinals, and his availability after that will be determined by rehab. 

Buzz:

  • Commanders restructuring LT Laremy Tunsil for $14.4M in cap space. (NFLTR)

  • Ravens restructuring LB Roquan Smith for $8M in cap space. (NFLTR)

  • Dolphins GM Chris Grier and HC Mike McDaniel are at an early crossroads after their 33-8 loss, with leadership and Tyreek Hill trade rumors worth monitoring. (NFLTR)

  • Eagles OC Kevin Patullo admitted they need to get WR A.J. Brown more involved but won’t force the ball to him (NFLTR)

  • Steelers WR D.K. Metcalf said he’s treating his first game against Seattle like any other despite the trade. (NFLTR)

  • Bears HC Ben Johnson admitted he didn’t call a great game in the 27-24 loss to the Vikings and needs to run the ball more, especially to get Kyle Monangai involved. (NFLTR)

  • Jaguars HC Liam Coen said parting ways with RB Tank Bigsby was best for both sides to allow a fresh start. (NFLTR)

  • Chiefs TE Travis Kelce blamed himself for WR Xavier Worthy’s shoulder injury after running into him on a route. (NFLTR)

  • Raiders HC Pete Carroll said Devin White “looked good” and recaptured the high-level play from earlier in his career. (NFLTR)

  • Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald wouldn’t commit to CB Riq Woolen starting but said he’s responded well to feedback. (NFLTR)

  • 49ers K Eddy Piñeiro said he chose San Francisco over an offer from the Falcons. (NFLTR)

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