With the NFL Draft just a week away, the Tennessee Titans have taken proactive measures to bolster their offensive line by signing three veterans: Sam Mustipher, Brenden Jaimes, and Olisaemeka Udoh. Each player possesses significant experience, particularly in interior roles, and could provide essential depth behind their restructured front line.

Sam Mustipher, initially an undrafted rookie from Notre Dame, has played 64 games with 43 starts across five seasons with teams like the Bears and Ravens. His versatility as a center and guard could be vital, especially with Lloyd Cushenberry recovering from an Achilles injury. Brenden Jaimes, a fifth-round pick by the Chargers in 2021, brings an additional layer of depth with 46 appearances and three starts. Olisaemeka Udoh, a former sixth-round pick from the Vikings, has similar experience, appearing in 57 games with 19 starts. This strategic move by the Titans aims not just at immediate needs but also long-term stability.

Rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey did not play for the Los Angeles Chargers in their matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs due to knee and shoulder injuries, marking his first missed game this season.

McConkey has had an impressive season, ranking third among NFL rookies with 58 receptions and fourth with 815 receiving yards, along with four touchdown catches.

Several other players were also inactive for both teams, including notable names like Clyde Edwards-Helaire for the Chiefs.

The Baltimore Ravens will be without inside linebacker Roquan Smith for their crucial matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers due to a hamstring injury. Smith, who has been a standout with 110 tackles this season, was ruled out after not practicing all week.

This marks the first game he has missed since 2019, and the Ravens' defense has struggled even with him on the field, ranking low in several defensive categories. Defensive coordinator Zach Orr emphasized that the team will need to step up collectively in Smith's absence.

Khalil Mack, linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers, will miss the upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a groin injury sustained earlier this month. This marks the first game he has missed since joining the Chargers in 2022.

In Mack's absence, Tuli Tuipulotu and Bud Dupree are expected to step up, as the Chargers' defense has been performing well with 18 sacks in their last three games.