NFL Week 7 Injury Report (October 19, 2025)
Stats & Sidelines – Weekly Breakdown
Week 7 marks a pivotal point in the 2025 NFL season as teams approach the midway mark. Injury reports across the league reflect the mounting physical toll of six weeks of competition. Playoff contenders are managing critical absences while backup depth is being tested at every position. From quarterback uncertainties to defensive line concerns, this week's report highlights the players and storylines that will shape the remainder of the season.
AFC EAST
Buffalo Bills – Josh Allen's Shoulder Concern
The Bills' franchise quarterback Josh Allen (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday after taking a hit in Week 6. Allen returned to full participation Friday and is expected to play, but Buffalo is monitoring his status closely. Wide receiver Gabe Davis (ankle) is listed as questionable after limited participation throughout the week.
Miami Dolphins – Tua Tagovailoa Suffers Concussion
Miami's top storyline remains quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion), who suffered a concussion late in Week 6 and entered the league's concussion protocol. Tagovailoa did not practice all week and is ruled out for Week 7. Backup Skylar Thompson will make his first start of the season as the Dolphins fight to stay in playoff contention. Running back Raheem Mostert (chest) is also questionable.
New York Jets – Aaron Rodgers Healthy
The Jets enter Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (knee) is questionable after limited practice participation. New York's playoff positioning depends on maintaining offensive consistency and health.
New England Patriots – Mac Jones' Ankle Injury
New England's offense remains uncertain with quarterback Mac Jones (ankle) listed as questionable after suffering an ankle injury in Week 6. Jones was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. Backup Bailey Zappe has taken first-team reps in preparation for a potential start. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson (hamstring) is also questionable.
AFC NORTH
Baltimore Ravens – Lamar Jackson Resting
Baltimore's injury report features quarterback Lamar Jackson (rest) taking a veteran rest day Wednesday but returning to full participation Thursday and Friday. The Ravens are managing Jackson's workload as they navigate a tough divisional stretch. Tight end Mark Andrews (knee) is listed as questionable after limited practice sessions throughout the week.
Cincinnati Bengals – Joe Burrow's Wrist Injury
The Bengals receive a significant blow with quarterback Joe Burrow (wrist) suffering a wrist injury in Week 6 and being placed on injured reserve. Burrow is expected to miss 4-6 weeks, and backup Jake Browning will start for the foreseeable future. Cincinnati's playoff hopes take a major hit without their franchise quarterback. Wide receiver Tee Higgins (hamstring) remains out for Week 7.
Pittsburgh Steelers – Kenny Pickett's Ribs
Pittsburgh's quarterback Kenny Pickett (ribs) is listed as questionable after being limited in practice all week. Pickett suffered a rib injury in Week 6 and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Steelers are also monitoring running back Najee Harris (hamstring), who is questionable after missing Thursday's practice.
Cleveland Browns – Deshaun Watson's Shoulder
Cleveland's quarterback Deshaun Watson (shoulder) was limited in practice throughout the week but is expected to play through the injury. Watson has been managing the shoulder issue for multiple weeks, and the Browns' playoff hopes depend on his effectiveness. Defensive end Myles Garrett (rest) took a veteran rest day but is fully healthy.
AFC SOUTH
Jacksonville Jaguars – Trevor Lawrence Healthy
Jacksonville enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Jaguars' playoff aspirations depend on maintaining offensive consistency and health.
Indianapolis Colts – Anthony Richardson's Shoulder
The Colts' rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is listed as questionable after being limited in practice all week. Richardson suffered a shoulder injury in Week 6 and his availability will be a game-time decision. Running back Jonathan Taylor (rest) took a veteran rest day but is fully healthy. Indianapolis' offense needs Richardson healthy to remain competitive.
Houston Texans – C.J. Stroud Impressing
Houston enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud is fully healthy and continues to exceed expectations in his first NFL season. Wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Texans' playoff hopes depend on maintaining offensive consistency.
Tennessee Titans – Ryan Tannehill's Ankle
Tennessee's quarterback Ryan Tannehill (ankle) is listed as questionable after suffering an ankle injury in Week 6. Tannehill was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. Backup Malik Willis has taken first-team reps in preparation for a potential start. Running back Derrick Henry (rest) took a veteran rest day but is fully healthy.
AFC WEST
Kansas City Chiefs – Patrick Mahomes Healthy
Kansas City enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Chiefs' championship aspirations remain on track with their core healthy.
Las Vegas Raiders – Jimmy Garoppolo's Concussion
Las Vegas' quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (concussion) suffered a concussion in Week 6 and entered the league's concussion protocol. Garoppolo did not practice all week and is ruled out for Week 7. Backup Brian Hoyer will make his first start of the season. The Raiders are also monitoring running back Josh Jacobs (knee), who is questionable.
Los Angeles Chargers – Justin Herbert's Finger
The Chargers' quarterback Justin Herbert (finger) is listed as questionable after suffering a finger injury in Week 6. Herbert was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. Los Angeles' playoff hopes depend on Herbert's ability to play through the injury. Wide receiver Keenan Allen (hamstring) is also questionable.
Denver Broncos – Russell Wilson Benched
Denver's quarterback situation remains a top storyline as head coach Sean Payton has benched Russell Wilson in favor of backup Jarrett Stidham. Wilson is healthy but will not start Week 7. The Broncos are also monitoring wide receiver Courtland Sutton (hamstring), who is questionable after limited practice participation.
NFC EAST
Philadelphia Eagles – Jalen Hurts Healthy
Philadelphia enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Jalen Hurts is fully healthy and ready for a divisional matchup. Wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Eagles' playoff positioning depends on maintaining offensive consistency and health.
Dallas Cowboys – Dak Prescott's Calf
Dallas' quarterback Dak Prescott (calf) is listed as questionable after suffering a calf injury in Week 6. Prescott was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Cowboys are also monitoring tight end Dalton Schultz (knee), who is questionable after missing Thursday's practice.
Washington Commanders – Sam Howell Healthy
Washington enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Sam Howell is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin (ankle) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Commanders' offense needs consistency to remain competitive.
New York Giants – Daniel Jones' Neck
New York's quarterback Daniel Jones (neck) is listed as questionable after suffering a neck injury in Week 6. Jones was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. Backup Tyrod Taylor has taken first-team reps in preparation for a potential start. Running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) is also questionable.
NFC NORTH
Detroit Lions – Jared Goff Healthy
Detroit enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Jared Goff is fully healthy and ready for a divisional matchup. Running back David Montgomery (ribs) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Lions' playoff aspirations depend on maintaining offensive consistency and health.
Minnesota Vikings – Kirk Cousins' Achilles Injury
Minnesota receives a devastating blow with quarterback Kirk Cousins (Achilles) suffering a torn Achilles in Week 5 and being placed on injured reserve. Cousins is expected to miss the remainder of the regular season. Backup Joshua Dobbs has started the past game and will continue for the foreseeable future. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson (hamstring) is also out for Week 7.
Green Bay Packers – Jordan Love's Shoulder
Green Bay's quarterback Jordan Love (shoulder) is listed as questionable after suffering a shoulder injury in Week 6. Love was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Packers' playoff hopes depend on Love's ability to play through the injury. Running back Aaron Jones (hamstring) is also questionable.
Chicago Bears – Justin Fields Healthy
Chicago enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Justin Fields is fully healthy and ready for a divisional matchup. Wide receiver DJ Moore (ankle) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Bears' offense needs consistency to build momentum.
NFC SOUTH
Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Baker Mayfield's Ankle
Tampa Bay's quarterback Baker Mayfield (ankle) is listed as questionable after suffering an ankle injury in Week 6. Mayfield was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Buccaneers are also monitoring wide receiver Mike Evans (hamstring), who is questionable after limited practice sessions.
New Orleans Saints – Derek Carr Healthy
New Orleans enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Derek Carr is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Running back Alvin Kamara (knee) is questionable after limited practice participation. The Saints' playoff hopes depend on maintaining offensive consistency and health.
Atlanta Falcons – Desmond Ridder's Concussion
Atlanta's quarterback Desmond Ridder (concussion) suffered a concussion in Week 6 and entered the league's concussion protocol. Ridder did not practice all week and is ruled out for Week 7. Backup Taylor Heinicke will make his first start of the season. The Falcons are also monitoring tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring), who is questionable.
Carolina Panthers – Bryce Young's Ankle
Carolina's rookie quarterback Bryce Young (ankle) is listed as questionable after suffering an ankle injury in Week 6. Young was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Panthers are also monitoring running back Miles Sanders (ankle), who is questionable after missing Thursday's practice.
NFC WEST
San Francisco 49ers – Brock Purdy Healthy
San Francisco enters Week 7 with a relatively clean injury report. Quarterback Brock Purdy is fully healthy and ready for Sunday's matchup. Running back Christian McCaffrey (rest) took a veteran rest day but is fully healthy. The 49ers' Super Bowl aspirations remain on track with their core healthy.
Seattle Seahawks – Geno Smith's Groin
Seattle's quarterback Geno Smith (groin) is listed as questionable after suffering a groin injury in Week 6. Smith was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. Backup Drew Lock has taken first-team reps in preparation for a potential start. Wide receiver DK Metcalf (hip) is also questionable.
Los Angeles Rams – Matthew Stafford's Thumb
Los Angeles' quarterback Matthew Stafford (thumb) is listed as questionable after suffering a thumb injury in Week 6. Stafford was limited all week and his availability will be a game-time decision. The Rams are also monitoring wide receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle), who is questionable after limited practice sessions.
Arizona Cardinals – Kyler Murray on Injured Reserve
Arizona's quarterback Kyler Murray (knee) remains on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury in Week 3. Murray is not expected to return until late November at the earliest. Backup Colt McCoy has started the past three games and will continue in Week 7. The Cardinals' offense has struggled without Murray, and their playoff hopes are fading.
Week 7 Outlook
Week 7 represents a turning point for several franchises across the league. Quarterback injuries dominate the storyline, with Tua Tagovailoa, Joe Burrow, Kirk Cousins, Jimmy Garoppolo, Desmond Ridder, and Kyler Murray all sidelined. The loss of Burrow and Cousins to extended absences reshapes the AFC North and NFC North playoff races, while Miami and Las Vegas navigate short-term replacements.
Multiple starting quarterbacks face game-time decisions, including Mac Jones, Kenny Pickett, Anthony Richardson, Ryan Tannehill, Justin Herbert, Dak Prescott, Daniel Jones, Jordan Love, Baker Mayfield, Bryce Young, Geno Smith, and Matthew Stafford. The availability of these signal-callers will have massive implications for Week 7 outcomes and playoff positioning.
Offensive skill position depth will be challenged across multiple divisions, with key receivers and running backs questionable or ruled out. As teams approach the midpoint of the season, the ability to manage injuries and maintain consistency will separate contenders from pretenders. Week 7's injury report reflects the brutal physical nature of the NFL and the critical importance of depth and next-man-up mentality in pursuit of playoff success.
