5 Key Stories: 12/6/21 – 12/12/21

Been busy? Let’s get you caught up with a look back at some of the NFL’s biggest stories from the past week:

• Demaryius Thomas Dead At 33: Former Pro Bowl wide receiver Demaryius Thomas passed away last week, just shy of his 34th birthday. Beloved by his teammates, Thomas captured a Super Bowl ring with the Broncos in 2015 before moving on to the Texans and Jets later in his career. On the field, he’ll be remembered for his exceptional performances in orange and blue. He ranks second in Broncos history in receiving yards (9,055) and receiving touchdowns (60) with more playoff receptions (53) than any other player in franchise history.
• Seahawks’ Wilson Open To Trade: Here we go again. According to multiple reports, Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson would consider waiving his no-trade clause for the Broncos, Giants, and Saints. The Giants — currently slated to have two top-10 picks in the 2022 draft — have the resources to get a deal done. The Saints and Broncos would surely be interested in the seven-time Pro Bowler, but they have significantly less draft ammo to offer.
• Ravens’ Humphrey Done For Year: Marlon Humphrey was shut down for the year after suffering a torn pec. His loss was felt immediately last Sunday against the Steelers — without the star cornerback, the Ravens opted for a two-point conversion instead of an extra point to tie the game. When that failed, the Ravens lost 20-19 and ceded ground in the competitive AFC North. This hasn’t been the 25-year-old’s best season, but he still ranked as the 27th best cornerback in the NFL this year, according to Pro Football Focus.
• Seahawks’ Adams Done For Year: Less than a year after undergoing surgery to repair a torn shoulder labrum, Jamal Adams is set for a similar rehab odyssey in 2022. The Seahawks safety is out for the season with yet another major left shoulder injury, his second inside of eleven months. Adams’ absence weakens the Seahawks’ D while potentially improving the Jets’ draft outlook. Thanks to the blockbuster Adams trade, the Jets own the Seahawks’ 2021 and 2022 first-round picks.
• Titans Activate Julio Jones: After an extended absence, the Titans welcomed Julio Jones back to the roster. Finally healed up from his hamstring injury, the legendary wide receiver took the field on Sunday to face the Jaguars.