NFL teams evaluate injury status of key players ahead of Week 1

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

NFL teams evaluate injury status of key players ahead of Week 1
Summary

Several NFL players face uncertain availability as the regular season begins this week. Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is clear to play against the San Francisco 49ers after recovering from a groin injury. Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is expected to play through a low-ankle sprain against the Miami Dolphins, while Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love remains questionable with an ankle injury. New York Giants receiver Malik Nabers is practicing following his recovery from an ACL tear and knee procedure. Meanwhile, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is trending toward playing after an Achilles injury, and Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft works to return from his own ACL recovery. Teams continue to manage workloads for these athletes as they prepare for opening matchups across the league.

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  • Puka Nacua is active for the Los Angeles Rams after missing the official injury report.
  • Ashton Jeanty may see limited snaps for the Las Vegas Raiders due to a sprained ankle.
  • Jeremiyah Love is listed as the number two running back for the Arizona Cardinals.
  • Malik Nabers is expected to participate for the New York Giants despite a slow recovery.
  • George Kittle remains a red-zone option for the San Francisco 49ers despite potential workload monitoring.
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As the NFL season gets underway, we are already dealing with Week 1 injuries that will impact fantasy football.

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