Week 9 Essential NFL Practice News & Notes for Thursday

Nov 05, 2015

Cowboys QB Matt Cassel (knee) took full practice reps again Thursday. Cassel is expected to play against the Eagles this week.

Jets QB Ryan Fitzpatrick (left thumb) took full practice reps again Thursday. Fitzpatrick will apparently play through the thumb injury, which is to his non-throwing hand. The matchup is pretty good, but we’re a little worried about an in-game aggravation.

Colts QB Andrew Luck (ankle) took full practice reps Thursday after being limited Wednesday. Luck should be good to go for a tough matchup with the Broncos.

Broncos QB Peyton Manning (right shoulder) took full practice reps Thursday after being limited Wednesday. Manning will be fine for a matchup against his old team.

Titans QB Marcus Mariota (knee) took full practice reps again Thursday. Mariota is expected to return in a great matchup against the Saints.

Jets QB Geno Smith (left shoulder) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Bills QB Tyrod Taylor (knee) took full practice reps again Thursday. Taylor is expected to make his return against the Dolphins this week. He owns the 5th-highest per game average at the quarterback position, though he may not be quite as willing to run since he’s coming off of a knee injury.