Saints | Michael Thomas not guaranteed to play in Week 4

Although New Orleans Saints WR Michael Thomas (ankle) has seen his condition improve recently, there is no guarantee that he will play in Week 4’s game against the Detroit Lions, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The team is reportedly being cautious with his rehab from a high-ankle sprain and wants him to be at 100 percent when he resumes playing.

Cardinals | Budda Baker playing through pain

Arizona Cardinals S Budda Baker (thumb) is expected to play in Week 3’s game versus the Detroit Lions, even though he has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his thumb, according to multiple sources. He will then undergo a required surgical procedure in the next few days and hopes to miss just one game before returning. When Baker resumes playing, he will likely be wearing a brace or cast to protect the thumb.