Week 16 Essential NFL Practice News & Notes for Thursday

Dec 24, 2015

Eagles QB Sam Bradford (left shoulder) took full practice reps again Thursday. Bradford is a Sneaky Start against the Redskins.

Saints QB Drew Brees (foot) missed practice again Thursday. Brees is being described as “day-to-day” with a plantar fascia injury in his foot. He is hoping to finish the season, so for now we’re expecting him to play through the injury. He said he has “every intention” of playing on Sunday. The Saints play late, so if his status is still up in the air, it will put owners in a tough spot.

Bengals QB Andy Dalton (right thumb) was ruled out for Week 16.

Jets QB Ryan Fitzpatrick (left thumb) took full practice reps again Thursday. Fitz threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns in his Week 7 meeting with the Patriots.

Colts QB Matt Hasselbeck (back, rib) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Hasselbeck is expected to start, but that doesn’t mean he’ll finish the game.

Texans QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Hoyer is working his way back and may be able to return since the Texans are still in the playoff hunt. If he can’t play, Brandon Weeden would get the start.