NFL Injury Tracker Week 18: Hurts, Tua, and Purdy Updates
Jalen Hurts hasn’t practiced, Tua may sit out, and Purdy is out for the 49ers’ finale as teams prepare for Week 18.
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Philadelphia: Jalen Hurts is still recovering from a concussion and hasn’t practiced yet. Even if he was healthy, the Eagles were likely going to rest him for their last game against the Giants. Coach Nick Sirianni mentioned that they’re locked into the NFC’s No. 2 seed, so it makes sense to give some players a break.
There’s a bit of worry about Hurts’ availability for the wild card playoff game next week. Sirianni said they’re taking it day by day and following the doctors’ advice. So, it’s a wait-and-see situation.
Meanwhile, the Dolphins are gearing up for their game against the Jets without Tua Tagovailoa. He’s been dealing with a hip injury and might miss this crucial matchup. If Miami wins and the Broncos lose, they can clinch a playoff spot, so the stakes are high.
Offensive coordinator Frank Smith said Tua is working hard on his rehab, but they want to make sure everyone is in the best position to succeed. It’s all about executing well against the Jets.
Over in San Francisco, Brock Purdy is out for the 49ers’ finale due to a right elbow contusion. Joshua Dobbs will take over as the starter. Coach Kyle Shanahan doesn’t expect any long-term issues for Purdy, but now the team has to decide whether to extend his contract or move on.
It’s an interesting situation since Purdy’s been performing well, and tight end George Kittle pointed out that if you play at a high level, you can compare yourself to others in the league. So, it’ll be interesting to see how the 49ers handle his contract moving forward.
As we head into Week 18, it’s clear that injuries are shaking things up for several teams. Fans will be watching closely to see how everything unfolds.