Hurts, Dak, Packers, QB Updates, Ridder, Interesting

Latest update on Jalen Hurts' shoulder injury + a surprising Dak Prescott stat  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ December 20, 2022 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  Hurts [Jalen Hurts] Jalen Hurts sprained his shoulder; likely to miss Week 15 vs. the Cowboys Details: Hurts [sprained]( his throwing shoulder in the third quarter of Sunday’s victory over the Bears. He stayed on the ground for a short period before getting up and finishing the game. - While the sprain is [not]( considered a long-term injury, the Eagles will exercise caution until the shoulder regains full functionality. Minshew: According to Adam Schefter there is a “[real chance](” Gardner Minshew will start on Christmas Eve against the Cowboys. - Across 30 career appearances (22 starts), Minshew has completed 63.2% of his passes for 6,003 yards, 41 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. - Minshew replaced an injured Hurts in Week 13 of last season and played well — completing 20-of-25 passes for 242 yards and 2 touchdowns. - The former Jaguar has a career record of 8-14. Odds: The Cowboys have gone from a 1.5-favorite (pre-news) to a 6-point favorite (post-news). The Eagles can clinch the No. 1 seed in the NFC and a first-round bye with a win. MVP Impact: The missed time will likely cost Hurts a chance to win the MVP award. Patrick Mahomes has seen his odds increase following the news. Image: Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire Dak [Dak Prescott] Dak Prescott has the highest interception rate in the league Not Good: Prescott is throwing interceptions on 3.9% of his pass attempts — the highest rate in the league (min. 150 attempts). - He’s had more interception trouble than bottom-tier quarterbacks like Davis Mills (3.5%), Matt Ryan (2.8%), and Kenny Pickett (2.7%). Week 15: Prescott threw two interceptions that heavily factored into the Cowboys' loss to Jacksonville on Sunday. The first interception was a particularly [poor]( decision, while the second was the result of a drop by Noah Brown. WR Issues: While Prescott deserves blame, he has not gotten consistent performances out of receivers like Brown and Michael Gallup (who caught just one pass on Sunday). The Cowboys will likely activate T.Y. Hilton in Week 16 and are “[still hoping to add](” Odell Beckham. Keep Firing: Mike McCarthy told reporters on Monday that he is not concerned about the interception issues and said he [wants]( Prescott to “keep firing.” More Cowboys News... - LB Leighton Vander Esch will [miss time]( with a pinched nerve, but is expected to return at some point this season. - Rookie fifth-rounder Damone Clark (56.7 PFF grade) will take his spot in the starting lineup. Image: David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire Packers [Aaron Rodgers] MNF: Packers keep playoff hopes alive, beat Rams 24-12 Hope: The Packers (6-8) are the No. 10 seed in the NFC and sit 1.5 games behind the Commanders for the NFC’s final wild-card spot. - Green Bay will need to win out (and get [help]( from other teams) to make the playoffs. - Remaining Packers’ opponents include the Dolphins, Vikings, and Lions. Defensive Show: The Packers’ defense limited the Rams to just 156 yards of total offense. OLB Preston Smith had two of the team’s five sacks. - Rookie first-round LB Quay Walker had his best game as pro, totaling 5 tackles, 1 sack, and 1 forced fumble. Jones: Green Bay’s offensive star was Aaron Jones, who totaled 126 scrimmage yards (90 rushing, 36 receiving) and 1 touchdown on 21 touches. Flop: Baker Mayfield did not have the magic last night, completing just 12-of-21 passes for 111 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception. Eliminated: The Rams (4-10) were mathematically eliminated from postseason contention with the loss. Next Up: The Packers visit the Dolphins (8-6). The Rams host the Broncos (4-10). Image: Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire QB Update [Zach Wilson] QB Updates: Zach Wilson likely to start again; Ron Rivera stands by Taylor Heinicke Wilson: According to Ian Rapoport, the Jets will likely [start]( Wilson on Thursday against the Jaguars, as Mike White (rib fractures) is not cleared for contact. Somewhat Promising: Wilson had a mixed performance on Sunday against the Lions. He completed 18-of-35 passes (51.4%) for 317 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Heinicke: Rivera told reporters on Monday that he will be sticking with Heinicke for the time being — but [admitted]( that he will “have to think about” turning back to Carson Wentz if Heinicke continues to struggle. Struggles: Heincke was underwhelming as a passer in the Commanders’ loss to the Giants on Sunday night. He also lost two fumbles — which Rivera was [not]( happy about. Image: Joshua Sarner/Icon Sportswire Ridder [Desmond Ridder] Desmond Ridder grades his first start a “C-minus or D” Background: Ridder completed just 13-of-26 passes for 97 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions in the Falcons’ loss to the Saints. - While statistically unimpressive, his poise earned respect from his teammates and coaches. Not Scared: After the game, Falcons’ coach Arthur Smith [said]( that Ridder was “not scared of the moment” and is “made of the right stuff.” Nice Connection: Ridder showed strong chemistry with fellow rookie Drake London, who reeled in 7-of-11 targets for 70 yards. Alive: Despite losing three consecutive games, the Falcons (5-9) are just one game behind the Buccaneers in the NFC South. Image: David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire Interesting File [Justin Jefferson] Interesting File: Justin Jefferson, Cam Robinson, Bijan Robinson, Playoff Picture J. Jefferson: Justin Jefferson leads the NFL with 1,623 receiving yards and is on pace to break Calvin Johnson’s single-season record (1,964) by 6 yards. - Jefferson also leads the league in receptions with 111. C. Robinson: Jaguars LT Cam Robinson (67.2 PFF grade) is expected to [miss]( the remainder of the season with a torn meniscus in his right knee. Jacksonville will turn to 2021 second-rounder Walker Little (42.4 PFF grade in limited action). R. Robinson: Texas RB Bijan Robinson has declared for the NFL draft. The Doak Walker Award winner (nation’s best running back) is considered a possible top ten pick. - Robinson rushed for 1,580 yards (6.1 ypc) and 18 touchdowns this season. NFC Playoff Picture: If the season ended today… 1. Eagles (13-1), 2. Vikings (11-3), 3. 49ers (10-4), 4. Buccaneers (6-8), 5. Cowboys (10-4), 6. Giants (8-5-1), and 7. Commanders (7-5-1). AFC Playoff Picture: If the season ended today… 1. Bills (11-3), 2. Chiefs (11-3), 3. Bengals (10-4), 4. Titans (7-7), 5. Ravens (9-5), 6. Chargers (8-6), and 7. Dolphins (8-6). Eliminated: The Texans (1-12-1), Bears (3-11), Cardinals (4-10), Broncos (4-10), and Rams (4-10) have been mathematically eliminated from contention. Image: Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire More News - [Broncos]( WR Courtland Sutton (hamstring) could return in Week 16 - [Chargers]( CB J.C. Jackson arrested - [Bears]( designated RB Khalil Herbert for return from IR - [Packers]( waived WR Sammy Watkins - [Bengals]( DE Sam Hubbard (calf) will miss a few weeks Together with Stathead Question of the Day Who leads the league in first down receptions? - Travis Kelce - Tyreek Hill - Stefon Diggs - Justin Jefferson Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. [Unsubscribe]( Copyright © 2022 Legit Football. All rights reserved. 710 Main Street South #572, Southbury CT 06488