NFL Roundup: Notable Injuries, Player Updates, and Contracts in Week 9 of the 2023 Season

Rams WR Puka Nacua on track to play despite knee issue, backup QB Brett Rypien set to start due to Matthew Stafford's thumb injury; Bears and DE Montez Sweat agree on four-year, $98 million contract extension.

• Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to play in Week 9's game against the Green Bay Packers, despite a knee issue. Nacua has had a noteworthy rookie season, with 795 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
• Rams QB Matthew Stafford will likely not play in the game against the Packers due to a thumb injury, marking Brett Rypien as the likely starting quarterback for the Rams this weekend.
• Chicago Bears and defensive end Montez Sweat have solidified a four-year contract extension, with $98 million in new money and $72.9 million guaranteed, making the total deal worth $105 million.
• Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith, despite a neck injury, is also expected to play in Week 9. His status, along with Nacua's, will be closely tracked leading up to Sunday's games.
• In other injury news, Giants tight end Darren Waller and quarterback Tyrod Taylor have been placed on injured reserve due to hamstring and ribs injuries respectively, and Cardinals failed to activate QB Kyler Murray before the deadline for their game against the Browns.

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