Overview
- Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy cleared concussion protocol and returns as Minnesota’s starter against Washington.
- Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels practiced in full Thursday, with a Friday re-evaluation to determine a possible Week 14 return.
- Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert returned to practice with a hand issue, while Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson missed Thursday’s session due to an ankle concern.
- Analyst guidance backs starting Justin Jefferson and Terry McLaurin, with recommendations to bench DeVonta Smith given matchup and recent inconsistency.
- Roster moves feature drop suggestions for Keenan Allen, Ricky Pearsall and Isiah Pacheco, plus late-week pickups such as Trevor Lawrence, Jacoby Brissett, Marcus Mariota and Devaughn Vele.