Saints head Sean Payton said he expects TE Jared Cook (concussion) to play Monday against the Colts.

Cook was a full participant in practice Friday. He left Sunday’s game early after catching his second touchdown pass against the 49ers but getting knocked out in the end zone. The extra day certainly had to help Cook, who will face a desperate Colts defense. But Cook has been rolling of late, scoring four touchdowns in the last four games. He should continue to be a favorite target for Drew Brees in their final home game of 2019.

Eagles RB Jordan Howard (shoulder) has been downgraded to out for Week 15 against the Redskins.

Howard still hasn’t been cleared for contact. He will miss his fourth straight game. Miles Sanders will lead the charge again and Boston Scott broke through Monday night operating in the Darren Sproles role. With the Eagles also hurting at wide receiver, the running backs will need to continue to step up big if the Eagles are going to make a run for the NFC East title.