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Kimani Vidal’s performance Sunday could change how the Chargers approach the running back market ahead of November’s trade deadline. Omarion Hampton must miss at least three more games. When Hampton does return, the Chargers will need a second back to pair with him.

The story said the Chargers were going to be in the market for a running back with Najee Harris out for the season. But the author went on to say Vidal's performance may change the team's approach. The story added Vidal will likely need to string together more performances like last week. Looking like the odd man out to start the year, Vidal was convinced to sign with the practice squad. The story added Vidal's also improved in pass protection, making him a possible option for passing situations and third down snaps, even when Hampton returns.

Thirty days. That’s how long Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy went between practices.

He returned Monday for the first time since the lead-up to the Week 2 matchup with the Atlanta Falcons. Coach Kevin O’Connell talked about the positives of having McCarthy back. He did not, however, officially name McCarthy as the team’s starter ahead of this weekend’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Not even after Carson Wentz, who has performed adequately in starting the Vikings’ last three games, was also dinged up in the two games overseas.

The story said the team is building back McCarthy's mechanics after a long time between practices. The story also said the Wentz is dealing with a "pretty serious shoulder injury." A lot of times teams will name the starter on Wednesday so that could be what's happening here.

Bears wide receiver D.J. Moore was taken from Monday night’s game in an ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he remained overnight

The team announced that Moore was staying for “precautionary medical attention.” Bears wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle-El reportedly rode in the ambulance to the hospital with Moore while the rest of the team headed to the airport for the flight home to Chicago.

The story went on to say Moore caught three passes for 42 yards against the Commanders. He took a couple of hard hits but did not appear to be seriously injured at any point during the game. The Bears have not provided any further detail about the nature of the medical attention he needs.

Kyle Shanahan says the team hopes TE George Kittle (hamstring) returns to practice this week.

The 49ers could certainly use some good news on the injury front. Kittle has been out with a hamstring injury since Week 1, when he caught four balls for 25 yards and a TD. He would likely be a big-time target for whoever is playing quarterback for the 49ers. It's a Sunday night game against Atlanta in Week 7, so owners will need to monitor Kittle this week and have a plan in place.

Bills TE Dalton Kinkaid is OUT for Monday Night Football.

Related players: Dawson Knox, Cole Kmet

Kinkaid was able to practice this week but will not suit up for this week's game on Monday night. A lot of owners could be in a bit of a bind, but Knox could be a serviceable option on your wire. Kmet, of the Bears who also plays on Monday night, could also be an option.

Jonathan Gannon had no interest in the inevitable questions.

Will Kyler Murray remain the starting quarterback when he returns from his foot injury?

“Yeah.”

Why?

“He’s the starting quarterback.”

Related players: Jacoby Brissett

If you watched the Cardinals game you maybe couldn't help but notice the offense did seem to run a bit smoother with Brissett under center, even though the team fell to the Colts 31-37. Brissett threw for 320 yards and two TDs in the loss, he even ran for 19 more yards. It's possible Murray has to miss at least one more week according to some reports, so Brissett could get another chance, and it's another tough challenge against the Packers. The Cardinals do have a bye in Week 8.

WR Garrett Wilson underwent an MRI today and appears to have avoided a serious knee injury, per source, but it probably still means some down time.

Related players: Josh Reynolds, Tyler Johnson, Arian Smith

It seems like it's been a common theme today - discussing injuries as they relate to teams' byes - but Cimini went on to point out it's worth noting that the Jets have two more games (CAR, at CIN) before their bye and it's possible that factors into the timetable for Wilson.

Commanders WR Deebo Samuel, listed as questionable for tonight’s game against the Bears due to a heel injury, is expected to play.

Samuel was called "very questionable" on some NFL shows leading up to Sunday's games, but it appears he's good to go for MNF. With Terry McLaurin likely out, Samuel should be heavily involved in the offense.

Who will start at quarterback when the Vikings play the Eagles in Week 7?

If head coach Kevin O’Connell knows the answer, he’s not yet telling the public.

In his Monday press conference coming off a Week 6 bye, O’Connell told reporters that he isn’t ready to project where the team will be at the end of the week. Both J.J. McCarthy (ankle) and Carson Wentz (left shoulder) are still returning from injury.

Wentz looks to be the favorite here since McCarthy may not be ready to practice fully this week. Injury reports could tell us a lot but at this point, Wentz seems a bit further along. The Vikings host the Eagles in an earlier Sunday game.

Has Rico Dowdle earned the right to be the Panthers starting RB? Dave Canales: "We’ll see."

Related players: Chuba Hubbard

Dowdle has been on fire over the last two weeks, so it would be hard to take the ball away from him when Hubbard returns to action. That said, Hubbard has certainly had his share of success over the last few seasons as well. Ultimately, it's hard not to envision a committee situation when Hubbard does return. It should be noted that Hubbard didn't practice last week leading up to Week 6, so there is a chance he'll be eased back into things slowly, so we'll have to monitor the practice report this week. The Panthers travel to take on the Jets in an earlier Sunday game.