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Brock Purdy‘s Status & Other NFL Updates: 12 Key Info Points - September 12, 2025
SANTA CLARA, CA – San Francisco 49ers quarterback brock Purdy is not considered a rookie by the NFL despite appearing in his first game with a “NFL Premiere 2025″ patch, according to Pro Football Talk (PFT).unlike the NBA, NFL rookie status is limited to the year of a player’s draft. this means 2024 is Purdy’s official rookie year, opening the possibility for him to contend for the Comeback Player of the Year award.Additional NFL News:
- Cam Heyward Contract: The Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive tackle Cam Heyward agreed to a contract bonus potentially exceeding $3 million. He can earn $1.6 million for reaching 8 sacks and the Steelers qualifying for the playoffs, and another $1.6 million for 11.5 sacks and a playoff win.
- Heyward Bonus Clause: Heyward’s $12.95 million bonus scheduled for 2026 will be reduced by $875,000 for every 30% of games missed. He is already set to earn $14.75 million this year.
- Dolphins Offensive Line Injuries: miami Dolphins right guard James Daniels is on injured reserve, and right tackle Austin Jackson is injured with a toe injury.
- Dolphins Lineup Impact: With jackson sidelined, replacements Larry Borom (RT) and Kion Smith (RG) will be crucial for protecting left-handed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.
- Patriots Defensive Coordinator absence: New england Patriots defensive coordinator Terll Williams is stepping away from the team for personal reasons, according to ESPN. Coach Mike Vrabel will detail defensive play-calling responsibilities in the coming days.
- Vikings Injury Report: Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel and cornerback Jeff Okudah are in the concussion protocol, potentially ruling them out for the game against Atlanta.
- Vikings Forfeited Players: Blake Cashman (LB, hamstring) and Ty Chandler (RB, knee) are confirmed out for the Vikings.
- Vikings Uncertain Players: Harrison Smith (S, illness) and Christian Darrisaw (OT, previous ligament injury) are progressing but their availability against Atlanta is uncertain.
- Bills’ James Cook Limited: Buffalo Bills running back james Cook was limited in practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury.
- Bills Limited players: Bills tight end Dawson Knox (hip) and defensive end Greg Rousseau (knee) were also limited in practice.
- McCarthy Rookie status: Despite his first NFL appearance, J.J. McCarthy is not considered a rookie from a regulatory standpoint.
- Colts Sacks: The Dolphins conceded three sacks against the Colts in their previous game.
