NFL news roundup: Key injuries, coaching moves, and roster updates

Shreeaa Rathi | TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Jan 31, 2025, 21:52 IST
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As the NFL gears up for the Super Bowl, teams are making significant coaching and roster changes. The Buffalo Bills secured Branson Deen, the Lions and Texans appointed new coordinators, while the Chiefs provided key injury updates featuring Patrick Mahomes. The Titans strengthened their front office, and various player signings and cuts were made across the league.


As the NFL gears up for the Super Bowl, teams across the league are making significant roster moves, coaching changes, and injury updates. Here’s the latest from around the league.

Buffalo Bills

Signings: Defensive tackle Branson Deen has signed a reserve/future contract, ensuring he remains with the team as they prepare for the 2025 season.

Dallas Cowboys

Coaching News: Tight ends coach Lunda Wells has agreed to a new deal, securing his return to Dallas’ staff for the upcoming season, according to NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo.

Detroit Lions

Coaching News: The Lions have made key adjustments to their coaching staff, hiring former Broncos passing game coordinator John Morton as offensive coordinator. Additionally, linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard has been promoted to defensive coordinator. In another notable move, former Stanford head coach David Shaw has joined the team as passing game coordinator on a multiyear deal.

Houston Texans

Coaching News: The Texans are actively searching for a new offensive coordinator and plan to interview Commanders assistant head coach and offensive pass game coordinator Brian Johnson for the role on Friday, as reported by NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Coaching News: The Jaguars have hired Packers linebackers coach and running game coordinator Anthony Campanile as their new defensive coordinator, the team announced Thursday night.

Kansas City Chiefs

Injury Updates: With the Chiefs preparing for their Super Bowl appearance, injury updates provide key insights into player availability:

  • Quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) participated fully in Thursday’s estimated bye week practice.
  • Running back Kareem Hunt (quad) was removed from the injury report.
  • Wide receiver Skyy Moore (abdomen) had his practice window opened and was listed as limited.
  • Right tackle Jawaan Taylor (knee) and cornerback Jaylen Watson (ankle) were listed as limited and full participants, respectively.
  • Safety Bryan Cook (quad) was also a full participant.

Las Vegas Raiders

Coaching News: The Raiders are bringing in John Glenn as their new linebackers coach, according to NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.

Philadelphia Eagles

Injury Updates: The Eagles have a growing list of injured players as they approach the offseason:

  • Running back Kenneth Gainwell (concussion/knee) did not participate in Thursday’s practice.
  • Wide receiver Britain Covey (neck) was limited.
  • Wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and tight end Dallas Goedert (rest/ankle) were held out.
  • Offensive linemen Landon Dickerson (knee) and Cam Jurgens (back) were also absent.
  • Defensive end Brandon Graham, recovering from a torn triceps, had his practice window opened and was listed as limited.
  • Tight end C.J. Uzomah, out since January 1 with an abdomen injury, was a full participant in practice.
Roster Moves:

  • Signings: Running back Lew Nichols III was added to the practice squad.
  • Cuts: Tight end Nick Muse was released from the practice squad.

Tennessee Titans

Front Office News: The Titans have bolstered their executive team, hiring Dave Ziegler as assistant general manager and Reggie McKenzie as vice president/football advisor.

Looking Ahead

With the Super Bowl on the horizon, teams are making final adjustments while others focus on rebuilding for next season. Stay tuned for further updates as coaching vacancies are filled and rosters take shape for the 2025 campaign.



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