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Broncos RB Lindsay inactive, Jets WR Crowder returns

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay was ruled out for the team’s game against the New York Jets because of a foot injury suffered in the season opener

OCTOBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets QB Joe Flacco active for first time this season For the first time since joining the Jets in May, Joe Flacco is active for game day. The 35-year-old quarterback will serve as Sam Darnold's...

OCTOBER 1, 2020 • NFL.COM

Jets activate WR Smith from IR, add 3 from practice squad

The New York Jets activated wide receiver Jeff Smith from injured reserve and added three players from the practice squad ahead of the team’s game against the Denver Broncos

OCTOBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brett Rypien named Broncos starting QB against New York Jets

The Denver Broncos have named Brett Rypien as their starting quarterback for Thursday night's game against the New York Jets

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joe Flacco on Sam Darnold: ‘He’s Really Talented’ Veteran and Super Bowl Winner Could Be Jets’ Backup QB on Thursday Night

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Not ready to seize backup duties Flacco (neck) doesn't expect to be the backup quarterback Thursday against the Broncos and said he's relying on the medical staff to decide when he's ready for game action, Andy Va...

Impact It remains to be seen whether the Jets dress Flacco as an emergency third-stringer or leave him sidelined come game day, but it sounds like Mike White will back up Sam Darnold for a fourth consecutive game to open the season. Flacco is practicing in full for a second consecutive week, so it's unclear what more he needs to do to be deemed ready to see the field.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Flacco (neck) wasn't listed on Monday's injury report and is expected to suit up Thursday versus the Broncos, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Flacco was expected to be ready for this past Sunday's loss to the Colts, but he was ultimately a scratch. Cleared of the injury again, Flacco will prepare to back up Sam Darnold in Thursday's game, and although Darnold is coming off a rough outing, his surroundings have been less than ideal, so Flacco likely won't play unless Darnold suffers an injury.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lions WR Golladay makes 2020 debut; Bucs' Godwin also active

Detroit’s Kenny Golladay and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin are a couple of noteworthy receivers returning to action in Sunday’s late games

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Sunday after all Contrary to previous reports, Flacco (neck) is still bothered by his injury and will be inactive Sunday against the Colts, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Flacco practiced and looked healthy this week, but he's not ready to see game action yet. Mike White will back up Sam Darnold in Indianapolis while Flacco will set his sights on a possible Week 4 return Thursday against the Broncos.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Flacco getting closer to suiting up for Jets Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco (neck) has practiced fully all week, but Jets coach Adam Gase still hasn’t officially committed to the Super...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • NYPOST.COM

Good to go Sunday Flacco (neck) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Colts, Ralph Vacchiano of SNY.tv reports.

Impact The veteran quarterback has been practicing in full all week and should be good to go come Week 3. Flacco's not expected to see the field unless starting quarterback Sam Darnold is benched or hurt, though if coach Adam Gase has any two-quarterback personnel groupings in his playbook, this would be the week to use them; New York will have at most three wide receivers available due to a rash of injuries, and it could be as few as two if the questionable Braxton Berrios (hamstring) can't go.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jets WRs Perriman, Crowder sit out practice with injuries

New York Jets wide receivers Breshad Perriman and Jamison Crowder sat out practice with injuries,

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Turns in first full practice Flacco (neck) practiced fully Wednesday and is expected to be available for Sunday's game against the Colts, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Flacco had been eyeing a Week 3 return since before the season started, and the veteran quarterback's return to full practice suggests he'll meet that goal. He's slated to serve as Sam Darnold's backup as the struggling New York offense looks to spring an upset in Indianapolis this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Drew Lock sidelined again, vows not to change his risky ways

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock is sidelined for the second straight season after getting injured while scrambling

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nearing return Flacco (neck) will have another medical checkup early this week and appears close to being cleared for full activity, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact If Flacco indeed manages to gain full medical clearance in the coming days, the Jets may opt to activate him on game day for Week 3's matchup versus the Colts. As soon as he's officially available, Flacco stands to usurp rookie James Morgan as the primary backup to Sam Darnold.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs missing 3 injured starters on defense vs. Chargers

The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are without three starters on defense against the Los Angeles Chargers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inactive for Week 2 Flacco (neck) is listed among the Jets' inactive players for Week 2, per the team's official Twitter account.

Impact The Super Bowl-winning quarterback was unable to participate in training camp, but he has been partaking in practice in a limited capacity since Sept. 9. He's been activated off the PUP list and continues to pursue a possible Week 3 return to bolster the backup position behind Sam Darnold.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jets WR Jamison Crowder out vs. 49ers with hamstring injury

Wide receiver Jamison Crowder has been ruled out for the New York Jets’ game Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers because of a hamstring injury

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets rookie LT Becton limited at practice with knee issue

New York Jets rookie left tackle Mekhi Becton was limited at practice with a knee issue after being injured in the season-opening loss at Buffalo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brady has Evans active vs. Saints despite hurt hamstring

Tom Brady might have top target Mike Evans to throw to in his debut for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets rookie Mims injures other hamstring, out vs. Bills

New York Jets rookie wide receiver Denzel Mims will be sidelined for the season opener at Buffalo

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gase expects big turnaround for Jets' 'atrocious' offense

The New York Jets' offense struggled mightily last season under coach Adam Gase and offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets WRs Perriman, Mims practice fully, should play at Bills

The New York Jets are getting healthy again at just the right time

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets in limited practice Flacco (neck) has passed a physical and was able to practice on a limited basis Wednesday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Flacco is aiming to be healthy by Week 3, and a return to practice before Week 1, even in a limited fashion, bodes well for the veteran backup's chances. Until Flacco's ready to return, rookie James Morgan will be tasked with holding down the fort behind Sam Darnold.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to return in Week 3 Flacco (neck) hasn't practiced yet but hopes to be ready for Week 3's matchup versus the Colts, ESPN.com reports.

Impact Flacco didn't participate in training camp but passed his physical and was activated off the PUP list Saturday. However, he won't be ready right away, so rookie James Morgan will serve as Sam Darnold's backup to begin the year. Flacco has been increasing the intensity of his workouts, though, so it's realistic that he'll be ready to usurp Morgan as the primary backup before Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE