As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 8, the injury report reveals significant player absences that could impact the game. Key players from both teams are dealing with injuries, raising questions about their availability for the matchup.
Key Takeaways
- Chiefs' Key Injuries: Mike Danna and JuJu Smith-Schuster are ruled out for the game.
- Raiders' Questionable Players: Several Raiders players, including Harrison Bryant and Jakobi Meyers, are listed as questionable.
- Practice Participation: The report details the practice participation levels of players leading up to the game.
Chiefs Injury Report
The Kansas City Chiefs have several notable injuries as they head into their game against the Raiders:
| Player | Position | Injury | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Danna | DE | Pectoral | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| JuJu Smith-Schuster | WR | Hamstring | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Kareem Hunt | RB | Hip | LP | FP | FP | - |
| Leo Chenal | LB | Shoulder | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Mecole Hardman | WR | Knee | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Jaden Hicks | DB | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Derrick Nnadi | DT | Triceps | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Jared Wiley | TE | Achilles | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Justin Reid | S | Hand | FP | - | - | - |
Key:
DNP - Did Not Participate
LP - Limited Participation
FP - Full Participation
Out - Player will not play
Raiders Injury Report
The Las Vegas Raiders also have several players dealing with injuries, which could affect their performance:
| Player | Position | Injury | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Bryant | TE | Elbow | DNP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
| Adam Butler | DT | Hip | LP | FP | FP | - |
| Maxx Crosby | DE | Ankle | FP | DNP | FP | - |
| Tommy Eichenberg | LB | Quad | LP | LP | FP | Questionable |
| Kana'i Mauga | LB | Knee | LP | LP | FP | Questionable |
| Jakobi Meyers | WR | Ankle | LP | DNP | FP | Questionable |
| Kolton Miller | T | Elbow | DNP | FP | FP | - |
| Dylan Parham | G | Foot | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Gardner Minshew | QB | Right Elbow | FP | FP | FP | - |
| Jakorian Bennett | CB | Knee | FP | FP | FP | - |
Key:
DNP - Did Not Participate
LP - Limited Participation
FP - Full Participation
Out - Player will not play
Conclusion
The injury report for Week 8 highlights the challenges both teams face as they prepare for their matchup. With key players sidelined, the Chiefs and Raiders will need to rely on their depth and strategy to secure a win. Fans will be watching closely to see how these injuries affect the game dynamics and player performances.
Sources
- Week 8 Injury Report | Chiefs vs. Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs.
