New York Jets RB Frank Gore (lung) was diagnosed with a lung contusion Monday, Dec. 28, and will not play in Week 17 versus the New England Patriots.

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, WR Tyreek Hill and TE Travis Kelce are among the players most likely to get the day off in Week 17 after head coach Andy Reid suggested that ‘certain guys will have the opportunity to rest up’ in the regular-season finale versus the Los Angeles Chargers.

Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey (thigh) is ‘probably a no’ in terms of his availability in Week 17 against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Matt Rhule.

Washington Football Team QB Dwayne Haskins was waived Monday, Dec. 28.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Ronald Jones (finger) is on track to return from the Reserve/COVID-19 list before Week 17. He still has to practice with his broken finger, though.

Los Angeles Rams RB Darrell Henderson (ankle) suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 16 and is likely out for Week 17.

Minnesota Vikings WR Alexander Hollins was signed off the practice squad by the Cleveland Browns Monday, Dec. 28.

Washington Football Team WR Terry McLaurin (ankle) has a high-ankle sprain that kept him out for Week 16.

Washington Football Team QB Taylor Heinicke will serve as the backup if QB Alex Smith (calf) returns. QB Dwayne Haskins has been relegated to third-string.

Washington Football Team QB Alex Smith (calf) has optimism around his potential return for Week 17.