NFL News Roundup: Latest League Updates from Tuesday, Nov. 26
The NFL landscape is constantly evolving, and Tuesday, Nov. 26 was no exception. From injuries and roster moves to schedule changes and rule updates, here’s a roundup of the latest news from around the league:
Injuries and Roster Moves
Ravens lose Lamar Jackson to ankle sprain: Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a sprained ankle in the team’s loss to the Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football. The injury is expected to keep him out for multiple weeks, dealing a significant blow to the Ravens’ playoff hopes.
Eagles trade for pass rusher: The Philadelphia Eagles acquired pass rusher Robert Quinn from the Chicago Bears in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick. Quinn has recorded 102.5 career sacks and is expected to provide a boost to the Eagles’ defense.
49ers place Deebo Samuel on injured reserve: The San Francisco 49ers placed wide receiver Deebo Samuel on injured reserve with a calf injury. Samuel, who has been a key playmaker for the 49ers this season, is expected to miss multiple games.
Schedule Changes
Week 15 Bills-Bengals game moved to Tuesday night: The NFL announced that the Week 15 matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals has been moved to Tuesday night, Dec. 17, at 8:30 p.m. ET. The game was originally scheduled for Monday Night Football but was postponed due to the cancellation of the Bills-Bengals game in Week 17.
Week 17 Browns-Commanders game postponed: The Week 17 game between the Cleveland Browns and Washington Commanders has been postponed due to a COVID-19 outbreak within the Browns organization. The game has been rescheduled for Monday, Jan. 3, at 8:15 p.m. ET.
Rule Updates
NFL approves new overtime rule: The NFL owners voted to approve a new overtime rule that will give each team one possession in overtime, regardless of the outcome of the first possession. The new rule will be in effect for the playoffs and the regular season starting in 2023.
NFL expands use of instant replay: The NFL expanded the use of instant replay to include scoring plays that are not automatically reviewed by the replay official. This change is designed to ensure that all scoring plays are reviewed and the correct call is made.
Player Milestones
Cooper Kupp breaks receiving yardage record: Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp broke the NFL single-season receiving yardage record with 1,829 yards in the Rams’ win over the Arizona Cardinals. Kupp surpassed the previous record of 1,808 yards set by Calvin Johnson in 2012.
Aaron Rodgers surpasses 50,000 career passing yards: Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers became the fifth player in NFL history to surpass 50,000 career passing yards in the Packers’ loss to the Tennessee Titans. Rodgers has now thrown for 50,012 yards in his career.
Other News
NFL suspends Antonio Brown: The NFL suspended wide receiver Antonio Brown indefinitely for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. Brown was accused of sending threatening text messages to a woman.
NFL announces 2023 Pro Bowl rosters: The NFL announced the rosters for the 2023 Pro Bowl, which will be held on Sunday, Feb. 5, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles lead the way with nine Pro Bowl selections each.