Week 16 Essential NFL Practice News & Notes for Wednesday

Dec 17, 2014

Jaguars QB Blake Bortles (foot, questionable) took limited practice reps Wednesday. Bortles has a foot injury, but is expected to start on Thursday.

Patriots QB Tom Brady (ankle) practiced fully Wednesday. No worries here.

Eagles QB Nick Foles (collarbone) was ruled out for Week 16. Mark Sanchez hasn’t played well the last two weeks, but he has a great matchup with Washington, who is #30 in QB aFPA.

Titans QB Zach Mettenberger (right shoulder, doubtful) did not practice Wednesday. Charlie Whitehurst is expected to get the start on Thursday.

Panthers QB Cam Newton (back) took limited practice reps Wednesday. Newton might be able to play against Cleveland this week if his back responds well to practice.