Multiple NFL Players Miss Practices Ahead Week 9 Games

Several NFL teams are dealing with key injuries as they prepare for upcoming games. The Pittsburgh Steelers saw some players return to full practice, but others like Cory Trice Jr. and Jabrill Peppers were limited due to injuries, while DK Metcalf and Cam Heyward rested. The Indianapolis Colts reported that defensive tackle Grover Stewart missed two days of practice due to a foot injury, with further updates expected from the coaching staff. The Cincinnati Bengals have multiple players sidelined, including Trey Hendrickson and Logan Wilson, both out for the second consecutive day with injuries, and quarterback Joe Flacco practicing in a limited role despite a painful AC joint. These Bengals injuries are impacting their defense, which the Chicago Bears hope to exploit in their upcoming matchup, especially with Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward out for four weeks and defensive starters likely missing. The Bears anticipate using their tight ends more to capitalize on the Bengals' defensive vulnerabilities, particularly in pass coverage.