In a story posted Wednesday on ESPN.com, during an appeal hearing with the NFL, Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett alleged that Mason Rudolph called him a racial slur just prior to last week's brawl on Thursday Night Football, sources told ESPN's Josina Anderson and Adam Schefter, an accusation the Pittsburgh Steelers and former Oklahoma State quarterback strongly denies.
On Wednesday, Rudolph told reporters he didn't say anything to provoke Garrett or escalate the situation.
Josh Jacobs injury update
Former Tulsa McLain and current Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs strained his shoulder during Sunday's loss to the Packers, CBS Sports reports.
However, Jacobs returned to the game and is not expected to miss any games.
Baker Mayfield injury update
Former Oklahoma Sooners and current Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield was back in practice Monday after dealing with a hip injury in Week 6's loss to the Seahawks, the Browns' official site reports.
“I thought he looked good today,” said Browns coach Freddie Kitchens, according to the site. “Focused, concentrated, threw the ball well, moved around well. He is good to go.”
The Browns, who were on bye in Week 7, face the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Mason Rudolph and James Washington injury update
Former Oklahoma State and current Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph was officially cleared from the concussion protocol last week and is expected to start Monday Night Football next week against the Miami Dolphins, the Steelers' official site reports.
“I feel great,” said Rudolph, according to the site. “Checked all of the boxes with the protocol situation.”
There have been no reports on fellow former OSU and Steelers teammate, wide receiver James Washington. Earlier this month, it was reported that Washington was expected to miss "a few weeks." Washington injured his shoulder against the Ravens in Week 6.
The Steelers were on bye for Week 7.
Marquise Brown inactive in Week 7
Former Oklahoma Sooners and current Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown was inactive for a second week in a row due to an ankle injury, The Baltimore Sun reports.
Brown did not practice all of last week. The Ravens are on bye in Week 8.
Steling Shepard out in Week 7
Former Oklahoma Sooners and current New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard was out of action in Sunday's loss to Arizona.
USA Today reports that Shepard was a limited participant in Giants practices last week due to a concussion.
The Giants face the Detroit Lions on Sunday in Week 8.
NFL locals on the 2019-20 injured/reserve list
OU:
- Cincinnati Bengals running back Rodney Anderson (knee; added Aug. 31)
- Green Bay Packers linebacker Curtis Bolton (knee; added Sept. 1)
- Baltimore Ravens strong safety Tony Jefferson (knee; added Oct. 2)
OSU:
- Washington Redskins defensive end Jordan Brailford (undisclosed injury; added Sept. 2)
- Green Bay Packers guard Lane Taylor (biceps; added Sept. 21)
NFL locals fined in 2019-20 preseason and regular season (through week 6)
Week 1: Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams (OU):
Infraction: Fighting
Fine: $10,527.00
Week 2: Carolina Panthers defensive end Gerald McCoy (OU):
Infraction: Unsportsmanlike conduct
Fine: $10,527.00
Week 2: Buffalo Bills right tackle Cody Ford (OU):
Infraction: Unsportsmanlike conduct
Fine: $10,527.00
Week 6: Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (OU):
Infraction: Verbal or other non-physical offense against official
Fine: $12,500.00
Josh Jacobs among Week 7 rushing leaders
Former Tulsa McLain and current Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs rushed 124 yards on 21 carries in Sunday's loss to Green Bay.
He averaged 5.9 yards per carry and is currently the No. 4 rusher of Week 7.
Adrian Peterson among Week 7 rushing leaders
Former Oklahoma Sooners and current Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson rushed 81 yards in 20 carries in Sunday's loss to San Francisco.
He averaged 4.0 yards per carry.
Tress Way among Week 7 punting leaders
Former OU and Union High School, and current Washington Redskins punter Tress Way had a 49.5-yard punting average on 4 punts in Sunday's loss to San Francisco.
Way's longest punt of the day was 57 yards.
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