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Former All-Pro S Jamal Adams set to make Lions debut vs. Packers

Thu Dec 5 7:52pm ET
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The Detroit Lions elevated former All-Pro safety Jamal Adams, whom they signed as a free agent to the practice squad on Sunday, to their game-day roster on Thursday night.

The Lions, who share the NFL's best record at 11-1, host their NFC North rivals, the Green Bay Packers (9-3).

Adams, 29, began the season with the Tennessee Titans, who signed him as a free agent in July. He was released, at his request, on Oct. 17.

He was selected in the first round (No. 6 overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft by the New York Jets.

Seattle sent two first-round draft picks to New York in 2020 to acquire Adams, then signed him to a four-year, $70 million contract extension. His action was limited in Seattle due to injuries, and he played just 34 games over four seasons.

With the Titans, he appeared in three games (one start) and made four tackles.

In 83 career games (81 starts), Adams has 498 tackles, four interceptions with one touchdown return, 36 passes defended, seven forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries. He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018, 2019 and 2020 and was first-team All-Pro in 2019.

Detroit also elevated outside linebacker Mitchell Agude to the game-day roster.

The Lions' list of inactives for Thursday's game includes four injured starters: offensive tackle Taylor Decker (knee) and defensive linemen DJ Reader (shoulder), Josh Paschal (knee) and Levi Onwuzurike (hamstring).

The other inactives, who did not have injury designations, are cornerback Emmanuel Moseley, guard Kayode Awosika and offensive tackle Giovanni Manu.

Detroit also signed wide receiver Maurice Alexander from the practice squad to the active roster on Thursday, when he can return punts and kickoffs in place of the injured Kalif Raymond (injured reserve).

The Packers' inactive list features cornerbacks Jaire Alexander (knee) and Corey Ballentine (knee), linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring), offensive lineman Jacob Monk (no injury designation) and wire receiver Romeo Doubs (concussion).

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Player Notes

Kenneth Walker III Dec 5 6:30pm CT

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (ankle, calf) was downgraded to a non-participant in Thursday's practice after being limited the day before. Not only is a mid-week downgrade bad news for Walker, but these are both new injuries for him this year after previous battling through an oblique ailment earlier in 2024. Fantasy managers that have the 24-year-old rostered should be looking to add Zach Charbonnet if he's available on the waiver wire just in case Walker cannot get the green light to play against the division-rival Arizona Cardinals in the desert in Week 14. In the two game that Charbonnet started in Weeks 2 and 3 with Walker unavailable, he had 32 carries for 129 yards and three touchdowns as Seattle's lead back. The volume increase alone would make Charbonnet at least an RB2 in fantasy if Walker is out this weekend.

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D.K. Metcalf Dec 5 6:30pm CT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant for the team's practice on Thursday after he was limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. Metcalf recently missed some time with a knee injury, but it's his shoulder that is bothering him now. The 26-year-old missed the first two practices last week with his shoulder ailment but returned to practice on Friday and was active for the Week 13 win over the New York Jets, catching four of nine targets for 66 yards. Mid-week downgrades usually aren't good news, but fantasy managers should feel better about the fact that Metcalf missed two practices a week ago and still played. If he returns to practice on Friday, there's a good chance he'll have a shot to play on Sunday versus the division-rival Arizona Cardinals. If Metcalf can't play, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Tyler Lockett would see more targets.

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Matthew Stafford Dec 5 5:53pm CT

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 5.

Fantasy Spin: Stafford's injury should not limit his play this week against the Buffalo Bills. He has been playing well recently with eight touchdowns in his last three games and could be a low-end No. 1 quarterback in some deeper leagues.

Tyler Higbee Dec 5 5:53pm CT

Los Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee (knee) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 5.

Fantasy Spin: Head coach Sean McVay indicated that Higbee likely will need more time before returning to the lineup, so fantasy players should not count on him playing this week.

D.J. Reader Dec 5 5:53pm CT

The Detroit Lions have declared OG Kayode Awosika, DL D.J. Reader, DT Levi Onwuzurike, OT Taylor Decker, CB Emmanuel Moseley, OT Giovanni Manu and DE Josh Paschal inactive for Week 14.

Jaire Alexander Dec 5 5:53pm CT

The Green Bay Packers have declared CB Jaire Alexander, WR Romeo Doubs, LB Edgerrin Cooper, CB Corey Ballentine and C Jacob Monk inactive for Week 14.

Cooper Kupp Dec 5 5:43pm CT

Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp (non-injury) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 5.

Fantasy Spin: Kupp has been productive since returning from injury but was held to only 17 yards last week. He should see plenty of targets this week and can be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.

Demarcus Robinson Dec 5 5:43pm CT

Los Angeles Rams WR Demarcus Robinson (hand) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 5.

Fantasy Spin: Robinson has caught only seven passes over the last four games but does have a touchdown in each of the last two games. He should see a few targets this week but may only be a possible flex option in some deeper leagues.

Ladd McConkey Dec 5 5:30pm CT

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey (knee, shoulder) remained a limited participant in the team's second practice of the week on Thursday. The Chargers said earlier this week that McConkey's status could be up in the air for the Week 14 Sunday night showdown against the division-rival Kansas City Chiefs after he was injured late in the Week 13 win over the Atlanta Falcons. However, the fact that the 23-year-old second-rounder has practiced two days in a row this week is encouraging, although he could still draw a questionable tag by Friday. If McConkey is on the right side of questionable, fantasy managers should probably stick with him in fantasy lineups, as he's been a must-start wideout in his first NFL season. McConkey is coming off his second 100-yard game this year and is the Chargers' clear WR1.

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Chris Olave Dec 5 5:20pm CT

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi said on Wednesday that wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) is scheduled to meet with a specialist next week. Rizzi also said Olave is in "great spirits" and that he's been present for practice in recent weeks as he recovers from his second concussion of 2024. The Saints placed the former first-rounder on Injured Reserve after he suffered his second concussion against the division-rival Carolina Panthers in Week 9. He has one more week before he's eligible to return from IR for Week 15 against the Washington Commanders, but it remains unclear if the Saints will activate him by then, and it will likely depend on what specialists say next week. Whether Olave returns at all this year could depend on whether the Saints are alive in the postseason race when Olave is ready to return. New Orleans is currently 4-8 but only two games back in their division.

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Trey Palmer Dec 5 5:10pm CT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Trey Palmer (hip) was added to the team's Week 14 injury report after putting in a limited practice on Thursday. Palmer's new hip injury could keep him out for Sunday's game against the visiting Las Vegas Raiders, but his practice status on Friday will give us a better indication of his availability this weekend. The 23-year-old has filled a depth role in Tampa's receiving corps all year and hasn't been on the fantasy radar. However, with veteran Mike Evans (calf, hamstring) tending to a pair of injuries and missing both practices so far this week, Tampa's receiving group could be a bit thin against the Raiders. If Evans and Palmer are limited or out, Sterling Shepard would serve as the Bucs' top wideout, while tight end Cade Otton would have high-end TE1 upside. Rookie Jalen McMillan would serve in the WR2 role.

From RotoBaller

Parker Washington Dec 5 5:00pm CT

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington (shoulder) was added to the team's Week 14 injury report on Thursday after he took part in a limited session of preparation for the upcoming game on Sunday versus the division-rival Tennessee Titans. It's unclear yet how serious of a shoulder injury Washington is dealing with and if it will affect his availability for the Week 14 contest. Mid-week injuries are usually never a good sign, but the 22-year-old's practice status on Friday will tell us more. He was heavily involved in last week's loss to the division-rival Houston Texans, catching six of his 12 targets for 103 yards and a touchdown. Washington will certainly benefit from more volume in the final five games of the season with Christian Kirk and Gabe Davis done for the year, but how much will the Jags' offense suffer with quarterback Trevor Lawrence (concussion, shoulder) done for the year?

From RotoBaller

Bud Dupree Dec 5 4:53pm CT

Los Angeles Chargers S Tony Jefferson (hamstring) did not take part in practice on Thursday, Dec. 5. Also, LB Junior Colson (ankle), LB Bud Dupree (heel), CB Cam Hart (ankle), LB Daiyan Henley (knee), WR Ladd McConkey (knee, shoulder), CB Elijah Molden (back) and LB Denzel Perryman (groin) were limited and LB Khalil Mack (rest) practiced in full.

Elijah Moore Dec 5 4:50pm CT

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (shoulder) upgraded to a full practice participant on Thursday and is well on his way to being active this weekend for a Week 14 divisional clash against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Moore was limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. Additionally for the Browns, second-year wideout Cedric Tillman (concussion) still isn't practicing and looks likely to miss a second straight game. With Tillman out in Monday night's loss to the Denver Broncos, the 24-year-old Moore had season-highs in catches (eight), receiving yards (114) and targets (14). While it will be tough to come close to replicating those numbers in a divisional game against one of the best defenses in the league, Moore will once again hold more WR4/flex upside in fantasy if Tillman misses another contest. Moore's fantasy stock has gone up with quarterback Jameis Winston under center.

From RotoBaller

Sheldon Rankins Dec 5 4:43pm CT

Cincinnati Bengals OT Orlando Brown (leg), DT Sheldon Rankins (illness) and LB Logan Wilson (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 5. WR Charlie Jones (groin) and OT Amarius Mims (ankle) were limited during practice. OG Cody Ford (back), CB Josh Newton (ankle), DE Joseph Ossai (thumb) and TE Drew Sample (ankle) fully participated in practice.

Alexander Mattison Dec 5 4:40pm CT

Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison (ankle) was listed as limited for the second consecutive day in practice on Thursday. Meanwhile, fellow RB Zamir White (quadriceps) missed practice again and looks likely to miss his third straight game. Ameer Abdullah, who has been the Raiders' lead back the last two games with both Mattison and White unavailable, was added to the Week 14 injury report with a foot injury but practiced in full. It's looking like Mattison has a decent shot at returning against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday, while White is facing an uphill battle. The 26-year-old Mattison took over lead-back duties from the struggling White earlier this season, but even if Mattison returns this weekend, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him share more work with both Abdullah and rookie Sincere McCormick, who has averaged almost six yards per carry the last two weeks.

From RotoBaller

Zamir White Dec 5 4:40pm CT

Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White (quadriceps) missed yet another practice on Thursday. White has missed the team's last two games and appears to be well on his way to missing a third straight this Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers unless he's able to get back on the practice field on Friday. It's been a very disappointing season for the 25-year-old, who opened the year with a shot at lead-back duties after Josh Jacobs left in free agency in the offseason. White squandered his opportunity and let Alexander Mattison jump him on the depth chart early in the year. He's averaging a measly 2.8 yards per carry on 65 rushing attempts for the season in eight games (five starts), and he hasn't seen double-digit carries since Sept. 29. Even if White miraculously returns for the Week 14 contest against the Bucs this weekend, he should remain on the waiver wire in most fantasy leagues.

From RotoBaller

Darius Slay Dec 5 4:33pm CT

Philadelphia Eagles S Reed Blankenship (concussion), S Sydney Brown (knee) and TE Dallas Goedert (knee) did not practice on Thursday, Dec. 5. Also, WRs Britain Covey (neck) and Johnny Wilson (hamstring) were limited and RB Saquon Barkley (rest), OG Mekhi Becton (knee, rest), DL Jalen Carter (rest), CB Darius Slay (concussion), WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and DE Josh Sweat (rest) practiced in full.

Dallas Goedert Dec 5 4:33pm CT

Philadelphia Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (knee) did not take part in practice for the second straight day on Thursday, Dec. 5.

Fantasy Spin: Reports suggest Goedert is week-to-week, so we would not expect him to suit up, especially after not practicing twice to begin the week. The Eagles don't have another viable lineup option behind him.

Saquon Barkley Dec 5 4:33pm CT

Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley (rest) was a full participant in practice on Thursday, Dec. 5, after being limited the day before.

Fantasy Spin: The limited session on Wednesday was just for rest purposes. A locked-in RB1, Barkley remains the best play at running back in fantasy football.