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Tee Higgins concussion protocol status raises concerns as he re-enters the NFLs concussion protocol following multiple head hits in a recent game. Despite being evaluated twice, he returned to play. Meanwhile, Trey Hendrickson is ruled out for Week Fifteen due to a hip injury. The spotlight is on player safety and protocols for head injuries, especially for those with a history of concussions.

Despite both teams having slim playoff chances, the Dallas Cowboys enduring appeal keeps their Sunday Night Football matchup against the Minnesota Vikings in its prime time slot. The Cowboys massive viewing audience, as seen in their Thanksgiving Day game, outshone the first nine Super Bowls, making them the most compelling show in the league, securing their sixth prime time appearance this season.

Tonights Monday Night Football showdown between the Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers is more than just a game - its a testament to a blockbuster trade made in late June. The Dolphins traded away All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Jonnu Smith, receiving safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a future draft pick in return. Despite a slow start, the Dolphins have since turned their season around, boasting a 6-7 record, while the Steelers sit at 7-6. The trades value will be on full display as these two teams face off.

Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders quarterback, is dealing with soreness after a recent game, raising questions about his status for the upcoming match against the New York Giants. Daniels, who recently returned from an elbow injury, was injured during a game against the Minnesota Vikings, landing hard on his elbow after attempting to tackle an opposing player. The incident marked his first game back since dislocating his elbow in Week Nine. Despite completing nine of twenty passing attempts and scrambling for sixteen yards, Daniels injury contributed to the Commanders eighth consecutive loss, officially eliminating them from playoff contention. The team now faces decisions about their quarterback situation for the remainder of the season.

The New York Giants have re-signed defensive tackle Casey Rogers to their practice squad, filling a gap left by Jordon Rileys departure to the Green Bay Packers. Rogers, an undrafted free agent with college experience at Nebraska and Oregon, previously played for the Giants earlier this year. Standing at six feet five inches tall and weighing three hundred and five pounds, Rogers brings experience and depth to the teams defensive tackle position.

In the 2026 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints, picking fifth, could target linebacker/edge rusher Arvell Reese, quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza or Dante Moore, or other top prospects like edge rusher Rueben Bain Junior, wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, offensive tackle Spencer Fano, or safety Caleb Downs. The Saints aim to build a competitive team and find a long-term quarterback.

Buffalo Bills safety Cole Bishop, a key defensive player, appears to have avoided a serious injury after leaving Sundays game due to cramping. Coach Sean McDermott confirmed no long-term concerns, and Bishop is expected to be ready for their upcoming game against the New England Patriots.

The Carolina Panthers are making a strong showing in the Pro Bowl Games voting this year, with several players making significant impacts. Tetairoa McMillan, Derrick Brown, and J. J. Jansen have climbed into the top ten at their positions. McMillan, a standout rookie, is sixth among wide receivers and leading all first-year wideouts in receptions and receiving yards. Brown, a defensive tackle, has been a force on the defensive line with forty-five combined tackles, four sacks, and a forced fumble. Jansen, in his seventeenth season, is tenth among long snappers and brings a wealth of experience. These players join an already strong contingent of Panthers in the voting, with Rico Dowdle, Jaycee Horn, and Trevon Moehrig also making the top ten. Fan voting for the Pro Bowl Games is still open and will conclude on Monday, December fifteenth.

Chargers star running back Omarion Hampton returns from injury, along with Hassan Haskins and Otito Ogbonnia, boosting the teams offense and defense. Roster adjustments include Tucker Fisk to injured reserve, Naquan Jones and Jaret Patterson waived, and Dalevon Campbell elevated from the practice squad. The Chargers prepare for a Monday night showdown against the Eagles with an optimized lineup.