Raiders Players Return to Practice Amid Injury Reports
The team upgraded several key contributors to full practice participation ahead of their game against the Rams.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Football
Raiders defensive tackle Tonka Hemingway returned to practice this week following a concussion, providing a boost to the defensive line. Meanwhile, the team continues to manage several other injury concerns ahead of the upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Why it matters
Managing depth and player availability remains a key concern for the Raiders as the season progresses. With several starters working through various injuries, the team is balancing recovery timelines against the need for consistency on the field.
Official injury reports released Thursday track the status of nine players across both rosters. The severity of Puka Nacua's calf injury remains under ongoing medical assessment.
The players
Tonka Hemingway
A defensive tackle for the Raiders who returned to practice after clearing concussion protocol.
Brock Bowers
A Raiders player who returned to full practice following limited participation due to hamstring and calf issues.
Kolton Miller
A Raiders player who reached full practice participation status after managing a shoulder injury.
Davante Adams
A Raiders player currently placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
Puka Nacua
A wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams who was added to the injury report with a calf issue.
The details
Tonka Hemingway, Brock Bowers, Foloons Fautkasi, and Kolton Miller all saw their participation statuses upgraded to full practice. Conversely, Mike Washington missed practice due to a foot injury, while Davante Adams remains on injured reserve with a hamstring issue. The Raiders continue to evaluate the availability of these contributors as they finalize their lineup preparations.
Timeline
Thursday, October 22, 2026: Raiders and Rams released updated injury reports.
Friday, October 23, 2026: The team expects further clarity on the status of Puka Nacua.
Beyond the Strip
This reporting follows the standard pattern of injury disclosure required by the NFL's mandatory injury reporting policy before game day. Updates on player participation like these track the broader trends in roster availability across the league.
Fans tracking the upcoming game should monitor the final injury status reports released by the team. Understanding these roster changes helps clarify which key players will be active for the next kickoff.
The takeaway
The return of key players to full practice provides the team more flexibility as they prepare for the Rams. Keep an eye on Friday's official updates to see if any players currently listed with injuries receive a final clearance for the game.
Further reading
For more on the team's roster changes and game preparation, check our latest Football coverage.
