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The Packers are set to play another game without running back Aaron Jones.

Jones was limited in practice all week because of the knee injury that has kept him out of the team’s last two games and he was listed as questionable on Saturday. Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that Jones is not expected to play against the Giants on Monday night, however.

Related players: A.J. Dillon, Patrick Taylor, Kenyan Drake

If Jones is out, it will be the sixth game he's missed due to injuries this season, the story pointed out. Dillon has served as the lead back in Jones’ absence from the lineup and would continue in that role with Taylor as the No. 2. The Packers could also elevate Drake from the practice squad for further backfield depth, the story went on to say.

Tutu Atwell is in the concussion protocol, per Rams spokesperson.

Related players: Ben Skowronek, Demarcus Robinson, Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua

Atwell left the game in the second quarter and it opened the door for Robinson to see more playing time. He finished with a 3-46-1 line on 10 targets. The trend has been for players to miss a game when placed in protocol so this could be a situation to watch heading into Week 15 for Atwell. It would be tough to trust Robinson in typical leagues, especially running behind Kupp and Nacua.

The Jaguars didn’t get the win on Sunday, but on a positive note quarterback Trevor Lawrence got through the game just fine.

“I felt pretty good, all things considered,” Lawrence said in his postgame press conference. “That was a positive out of today. I guess that’s the only one. I didn’t re-injure my ankle, or tweak or anything. I felt pretty good. It held up. I was able to move when needed. It was good.”

As the story said, Lawrence kept his starting streak alive. He was, of course, dealing with a high ankle sprain after a Monday night game. Lawrence finished Week 14 by going 28-of-50 for 257 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions. While the Jags probably didn't want him to throw 50 times, and the three picks were ideal for fantasy owners, it looks like Lawrence will be good to go for owners who need him in the upcoming fantasy playoffs.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will have an MRI Monday on his fractured finger to determine how much time he will miss and perhaps if he'll even return this season. The Chargers' playoff hopes took a big hit with their 24-7 loss to the Broncos, dropping L.A. to 5-8 and two games behind the six-team cluster in the AFC wild card race. The Chargers have a short week coming as they visit the Raiders on Thursday. Easton Stick took over when Herbert left.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters after Sunday's win over the Jaguars that quarterback Joe Flacco will be the starting quarterback for the rest of the season.

Not a bad move as Flacco has keep the offense clicking and had a very good day in the big win over Jacksonville. Flacco went 26 of 45 for 311 yards with three touchdown passes in the 31-27 win. Cleveland now sits alone atop the AFC wild card standings at 8-5. FYI, Flacco is doing this at 38 years old. Unfortunately, the Browns have already played both games against the Ravens. However, Flacco will get to face one of his former teams when the Browns host the Jets in Week 17. The Browns finish with the Bears, Texans, Jets and Bengals. Two more wins should be enough to get Cleveland into the playoffs.

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is in the concussion protocol.

The news was shared by head coach DeMeco Ryans following Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Jets. Stroud's head hit the MetLife Stadium turf very hard in the fourth quarter. Davis Mills replaced him. Ryans said Stroud will be evaluated throughout the week. Houston visits Tennessee next week and, all of a sudden, is very banged up on offense. Tank Dell was already out with a broken leg, Dalton Schultz didn't play because of a hamstring injury, Noah Brown was questionable entering the game and Nico Collins left with a calf injury. It was a fun season for the Texans, but the injuries may be starting to pile up and be too much to overcome, especially if Stroud has to miss time.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert left Sunday's game against the Broncos with a finger injury.

Easton Stick is now in at quarterback as the Chargers have been putting up a donut at home. It truly is amazing how many quarterbacks have gone down this season. For Herbert, it's the second time dealing with an injured finger. He suffered a broken finger in Week 6 but didn't miss any time. It's been that kind of year for the Chargers. Before leaving, Herbert was 9 of 17 for 96 yards with an interception.

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson left Sunday's game against the Raiders with a chest injury.

Jefferson just can't catch a break this season. He had just returned after missing almost two months with a hamstring injury. He took a shot early in the first half and grabbed at his side and was slow to get up. He left the game and was initially ruled questionable to return. He is now done for the day. Jefferson caught two passes for 27 yards. It's been a very unlucky season for Jefferson and for those who drafted him very high, especially at No. 1, this summer.

The Browns elevated QB Joe Flacco from the practice squad and waived QB PJ Walker.

The Browns have yet to name a starter for Sunday against the Jaguars -- Dorian Thompson-Robinson is working his way back from a concussion -- but the elevation and waiving of Walker seem to indicate Flacco may get his second straight start for the Browns. Flacco went 23/44 for 254 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in Cleveland's 36-19 loss last week to the Rams. Flacco is QB21 on our board this week.

Packers WR Christian Watson (hamstring) was ruled out for Monday night against the Giants while RB Aaron Jones (knee) is questionable.

Watson's hamstring issues rear their ugly head again this season after Watson missed the first three games of the season with a hamstring injury. Watson was on quite a roll with four touchdowns in the last three weeks, helping the Packers to three straight win -- including last week's upset of the Chiefs -- to get the Packers to 6-6 and inside the playoff picture with five weeks left. His absence will certainly open up more opportunities for Jayden Reed (40-513-5) and Romeo Doubs (45-505-7).

Jones was able to practice all week. Even in a limited fashion, it was a good step for Jones after missing the last two games with a knee injury. We'll see how the Packers want to work him with AJ Dillon not as effective and the Packers now very much in the playoff picture.