Texans rookie LB Brian Cushing will start Sunday against the Dolphins.

Jaguars CB Rashean Mathis will play against the Patriots on Sunday, according to a league source.

Steelers LB James Harrison, a former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, will face the Ravens in a huge game Sunday, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams will not play against the Giants on Sunday because of an ankle injury, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

Patriots DE Ty Warren, who has been battling ankle problems, is scheduled to play against the Jaguars on Sunday, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

The Saints and Buccaneers should have some starters back for their NFC South showdown on Sunday.

The Bills expect newcomer Brian Brohm to make his first NFL start Sunday against the Falcons because starting QB Ryan Fitzpatrick is battling an ankle injury.

The Bears hope to have WR/return man Devin Hester back for Monday night’s game against the Vikings.

As teams around the league prepare for Week 16, here’s an update on some notable names from injury reports updated Thursday.

Chargers center Nick Hardwick fully practiced all week and is listed as questionable to play in Friday’s game at Tennessee, which will be broadcast live on NFL Network.

As teams around the league prepare for Week 16, here’s an update on some notable names from injury reports released Wednesday.

Steelers safety Troy Polamalu told reporters in Pittsburgh that he will not try to practice Wednesday and isn’t sure if he can play this weekend against the Ravens.

Steelers star safety Troy Polamalu will have his injured left knee re-examined Wednesday before practice, according to a source with knowledge of the situation, to determine if he can return for this weekend’s crucial game against the Ravens.

The Chargers and Titans hit the practice field on Tuesday — normally a day off for teams — in advance of their Christmas Day NFL-Network matchup in Tennessee, and it looks like San Diego could be optimistic about receiving a boost on its offensive line.

Ravens S Ed Reed to have his hip injury evaluated Wednesday in Miami, according to his agent, Eugene Mato.