Week 10 in the NFL brought another round of thrilling matchups, starting in Germany with the Patriots and Colts and concluding in Buffalo with the Bills facing off against the Broncos. As is customary, injuries played a significant role in shaping the outcomes of these games. Here’s a comprehensive look at some key players who went down with injuries during Sunday’s action:
Quarterbacks (QB):
1. Derek Carr (Saints): Carr left the game against the Vikings due to a concussion and a right shoulder injury. Coach Dennis Allen revealed that Carr will have time to recover during the bye week before the Saints return to action in Week 12.
2. Baker Mayfield (Buccaneers): Mayfield experienced discomfort, grabbing the thumb of his throwing hand. The severity of the injury is unknown, but Mayfield continued to play through the pain.
3. Taylor Heinicke (Falcons): Heinicke exited the game against the Cardinals in the second half with an apparent injury, making way for Desmond Ridder.
Running Backs (RB):
1. Alexander Mattison (Vikings): The veteran running back suffered a concussion in the second half against the Saints. If unable to play next Sunday against the Broncos, Minnesota will face challenges given their earlier loss of Cam Akers to a torn Achilles.
Offensive Tackles (OT):
1. Ronnie Stanley (Ravens): Stanley sustained a knee injury in Baltimore’s Week 10 loss to the Browns and did not return. Coach John Harbaugh provided no immediate update on the left tackle’s condition.
2. Andrew Thomas (Giants): Thomas went down with a knee injury and was carted off the field. Listed as questionable to return against the Cowboys, his status remains uncertain.
Defensive Linemen (DL):
1. Kayvon Thibodeaux (Giants): The edge rusher suffered a concussion and was ruled out for the remainder of the game against the Cowboys.
Linebackers (LB):
1. Kwon Alexander (Steelers): Coach Mike Tomlin described Alexander’s lower body injury as “serious” and hinted at an unfavorable outlook. Reports indicate a season-ending torn Achilles, dealing a significant blow to Pittsburgh’s defense.
Cornerbacks (CB):
1. Marshon Lattimore (Saints): Lattimore is suspected to have suffered an ankle sprain, pending further evaluation through an MRI scheduled for Monday.
2. Marlon Humphrey (Ravens): Humphrey sustained a knee injury and received treatment in the medical tent. Harbaugh provided no additional details regarding the veteran cornerback’s condition.