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Injuries Pile Up as Jets Face Broncos in London

10/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

The New York Jets (0-5) will play the Denver Broncos (3-2) in London on October 12, both teams facing injury challenges.
The Jets have eight players on their injury report, including quarterback Justin Fields.
The Broncos will miss guard Ben Powers and outside linebacker Jonah Elliss.
The Philadelphia Eagles are preparing for a key game against the New York Giants, missing defensive player Jalen Carter due to a heel injury.
The San Francisco 49ers may be without quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

History

Historical Context

The NFL International Series began in 2007, following the league's shift from pre-season games to regular-season matches abroad, initiated by Commissioner Roger Goodell. The first regular-season game outside the U.S. occurred in 2005 in Mexico City. The New York Giants and Miami Dolphins played in London on October 28, 2007, marking a significant step in the NFL's global expansion strategy.

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Story summary

The New York Jets (0-5) will play the Denver Broncos (3-2) in London on October 12, both teams facing injury challenges.
The Jets have eight players on their injury report, including quarterback Justin Fields.
The Broncos will miss guard Ben Powers and outside linebacker Jonah Elliss.
The Philadelphia Eagles are preparing for a key game against the New York Giants, missing defensive player Jalen Carter due to a heel injury.
The San Francisco 49ers may be without quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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