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David Long Jr. Injury News & Updates
Nov 4, 2025
Cut from Indy's practice squad
The Colts cut Long (groin) from the practice squad Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
The move makes room on the Colts' practice squad for Chad Muma and Trey Washington. Long last saw regular-season action in 2024 with the Colts, when he mostly played on special teams but did not record a tackle across seven games.
Aug 3, 2025
Reaches injury settlement
Long (groin) was waived from injured reserve after reaching an injury settlement with the Colts on Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Long was placed on IR by the Colts on Thursday after suffering a groin injury at practice. The cornerback will now be eligible to sign with a new team and play if he's able to pass a physical down the road.
Jul 31, 2025
Placed on injured reserve
The Colts placed Long (groin) on injured reserve Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
With his placement on injured reserve ahead of Week 1, Long will be required to miss the entirety of the 2025 season unless the Colts later cut him with an injury settlement once he's healthy. Long appeared in 13 regular-season games for Indy last season but didn't register a single tackle on 106 special teams snaps.
Mar 17, 2025
Re-signs with Indianapolis
The Colts re-signed Long on Monday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will remain in Indianapolis after splitting time between the team's practice squad and active roster in 2024. He appeared in 13 games but recorded no stats, playing almost exclusively on special teams (106 of 113 total snaps on special teams). The 27-year-old from Michigan is expected to compete for a depth spot in the Colts' secondary while also contributing on special teams throughout the offseason programs.
Oct 8, 2024
Getting promotion to active roster
Indianapolis signed Long from its practice squad to its active roster Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Long has already suited up for both of the Colts' last two games and contributed on special teams, but now he'll have a regular spot on the 53-man depth chart. He's still waiting for his first defensive snap of the season.
Aug 28, 2024
Released by Giants
Long was released by the Giants on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Long registered five total tackles (four solo) with New York during the preseason, but he'll now look for an opportunity elsewhere. The cornerback played in 14 games with the Panthers, Packers and Raiders in 2023, and he'll likely find another suitor in the near future.
Aug 18, 2024
Missing time with injury
Long (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's preseason game at Houston because of an injury he sustained before the game, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
ANALYSIS
At this point, there are no details available regarding the type of issue Long is dealing with or how serious it might be. Either way, if he remains unavailable, it could open up additional chances for Christian Holmes to make an impression.
May 1, 2024
Finds new home
Long signed a contract with the Giants on Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long struggled to find a home in 2023. After four years with the Rams, the 2019 third-round selection spent time with the Packers, Panthers and Raiders, appearing in a total of 14 games. He'll now work to make the most of his fresh opportunity in the Big Apple.
Dec 4, 2023
Claimed by Green Bay
Long was claimed off waivers by the Packers on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Long was waived by Carolina on Friday and he has now quickly found a new home in Green Bay. The cornerback has combined to record 19 tackles and a pass deflection over 11 total games between the Raiders and Panthers this season. With Jaire Alexander (shoulder) missing the last four games and seven total contests this season, Long will provide the Packers with some additional depth in their secondary.
Dec 1, 2023
Waived by Carolina
The Panthers waived Long on Friday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long played a season-high 92 percent of Carolina's defensive snaps against Tennessee in Week 12 and led the team with seven tackles, but his services have been deemed no longer needed with CJ Henderson having cleared concussion protocol and Shaquill Griffin claimed off waivers Thursday. Long's exit could also mean that Jaycee Horn (hamstring) is close to returning off IR after logging a trio of limited practices this week.
Nov 27, 2023
Leads team with seven stops Week 12
Long secured seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's loss to the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Long was called upon to start with CJ Henderson (concussion) sidelined, and he responded with a season-high seven stops. Long hadn't gotten much of an opportunity in his previous two games since joining the Panthers on Nov. 3, totaling just eight defensive snaps. It's unclear if Henderson will be able to pass the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in time to return Week 13 in Tampa Bay -- if he can't, Long could be in line for another start.
Nov 26, 2023
Slated to start
Long is set to start at cornerback in Sunday's game versus the Titans, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
With CJ Henderson (concussion) sidelined, Long will get the opportunity to start at corner opposite Donte Jackson. He spent the first eight weeks of the season in Las Vegas before getting waived and subsequently claimed by the Panthers.
Nov 3, 2023
Picked up by Carolina
The Panthers claimed Long off waivers Friday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long spent the first eight weeks of the season with Las Vegas where tallied 15 tackles and one pass defended while playing sporadically throughout the season. The 25-year-old was then waived by the Raiders on Thursday, but he didn't have to wait long before getting picked up by Carolina, which is currently dealing with a banged-up secondary. Long played 776 defensive snaps over his final two seasons with the Rams in 2021 and 2022. This experience could quickly earn him a spot behind top cornerbacks CJ Henderson, Donte Jackson (quadriceps) and Troy Hill.
Oct 9, 2023
Ready for MNF
Long (ankle) is officially active for the Raiders' matchup with the Packers on Monday Night Football.
ANALYSIS
Long will be back in action after exiting the team's 24-17 Week 4 loss to the Chargers early with an ankle injury. With Nate Hobbs (ankle) and Jakorian Bennett (hamstring) unavailable Monday, the cornerback will likely step into a starting role versus Green Bay.
Oct 1, 2023
Ruled out Sunday
Long's (ankle) status has been downgraded to out, Bridget Condon of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will not return against the Chargers on Sunday after logging three tackles (three solo) and a pass deflection. The 25-year-old was filling in for Nate Hobbs (ankle) and with both corners now out, Jakorian Bennett and Amik Robertson should see upticks in their play time.
Mar 22, 2023
Joins Vegas
Long signed with the Raiders on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Long will head to Las Vegas after spending the first four years of his career with the Rams. The 25-year-old played in 12 games last season, recording 21 tackles (18 solo) and a pass defended while playing a rotational role in the secondary. He should bolster the depth of the Raiders' secondary and possibly compete for a starting role.
Dec 23, 2022
Set to return
Long (groin) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against Denver, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long has missed each of the Rams' last two games, though managed a pair of limited practices before turning in a full session Friday. He'll be set to return to a depth role in the team's secondary.
Dec 17, 2022
Ruled out Monday
Long (groin) was ruled out for Monday's game against the Packers, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will now miss his second straight game injuring his groin back in Week 13. With the 24-year-old now out, the Rams will rely on Cobie Durant and Robert Rochell in order to back up starters Jalen Ramsey and Troy Hill.
Dec 7, 2022
Logs DNP
Long (hamstring) was a non-participant at practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long left Sunday's loss to the Eagles early with the injury, and he's apparently still not recovered. Because Long is an integral part of the Titans' linebacker corps, any absences for him would certainly be detrimental to the team's defense. He'll work to be ready Week 14 against the Jaguars.
Dec 5, 2022
Won't play Thursday
Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Long (groin) is ruled out for Thursday's game against the Raiders, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long played 51 percent of defensive snaps during Sunday's loss to the Seahawks, so it remains to be seen if he's aggravated the same groin injury that caused him to miss three games back in September and October. After Thursday's contest, Long will get the benefit of extra time to rest up before a Week 15 game against Green Bay on Monday Night Football.
Oct 13, 2022
Returns in full
Long (groin) was a full participant during the Rams' practice Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday after missing the Rams' previous three games with a lingering groin injury, though he appears to be fully healthy again participating in full Thursday. The 5-foot-11 cornerback played at least 70 percent of Los Angeles' defensive snaps in each of the first two weeks. Long should step back into a starting role opposite Jalen Ramsey for Sunday's game against Carolina.
Oct 13, 2022
Logs limited practice Wednesday
Long (groin) was listed as a limited participant on the Rams' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Long returned to practice in a limited fashion last Wednesday after sitting out the previous two weeks with a lingering groin injury, though he was still ruled inactive for Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. Therefore, it's likely that the 24-year-old will need to log at least one full practice Thursday or Friday before in order to suit up again for the Ram's Week 6 matchup versus Carolina. With Long sidelined, cornerbacks Grant Haley and Derion Kendrick have taken on bigger roles in Los Angeles' banged-up secondary the past three weeks.
Oct 9, 2022
Sidelined Sunday
Long (groin) was ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will miss his third straight game due to a lingering groin injury after returning to practice in a limited fashion during this week's practices. With fellow cornerback Cobie Durant (hamstring) also ruled inactive, expect Grant Haley, Robert Rochell and Derion Kendrick to all step into bigger roles in the Rams' banged-up secondary.
Oct 7, 2022
Chance to play Week 5
Rams head coach Sean McVay said Friday that Long (groin) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long has been ruled out for back-to-back games due to a groin issue, but he's returned to practice in a limited fashion and has a shot play in Week 5. With Troy Hill (groin) on IR, Long would be a candidate to step into a starting role if he's ultimately deemed available.
Oct 5, 2022
Back at practice Wednesday
Long (groin) was listed as a limited participant on the Rams' injury report Wednesday, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Long logged his first limited practice since being ruled out with a groin injury in Week 3, which kept him sidelined during Monday's loss to the 49ers as well. With the 24-year-old sidelined, reserve cornerback Grant Haley and rookie Derion Kendrick have taken on more prominent roles in the Rams' secondary. Long recorded seven tackles over the first two weeks of the season, and he should step back into a starting role opposite Jalen Ramsey when healthy.
Oct 1, 2022
Out for MNF
Long (groin) will be sidelined for Monday's game against the 49ers, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Long was absent at practice during the week, so this decision is not surprising. The absence will mark his second straight while he continues to nurse a groin injury. As a result, some combination of Grant Haley and Robert Rochell figure to fill in for him at cornerback.
Sep 29, 2022
Still nursing injury
Long (groin) did not practice Thursday, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Long was unable to practice to finish out last week, then was ruled out Friday for Week 3. He'll likely need to practice with the team before the week is over to suit up Monday against the 49ers. If he's unable to play, Grant Haley may be inline to see extra opportunity.
Sep 23, 2022
Ruled out for Week 3
Long (groin) was ruled out for Sunday's Week 3 matchup with the Cardinals, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official Twitter reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will miss Sunday's contest after he showed up on the injury report Wednesday with a groin issue. With both Troy Hill (groin) and Cobie Durant (hamstring) unavailable for the game as well, the Rams will be thin in their secondary as they take on Kyler Murray and the Cardinals. Shaun Jolly was signed on Thursday and will likely step into a significant role in Week 3.
Sep 22, 2022
Unable to practice Thursday
Long (groin) was unable to practice for the Rams on Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long landed on the Rams' injury report for the first time this season Wednesday with an unspecified groin injury. With both Troy Hill (groin) and rookie Cobie Durant (hamstring) having suffered injuries in Week 2, Long's availability will be crucial for the Rams' secondary in Week 3. The Rams signed defensive back Shaun Jolly on Thursday, who could see a workload if Long is unable to suit up Sunday.
Sep 21, 2022
Lands on injury report
Long (groin) was listed as a limited participant on the Rams' injury report Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Long recorded four tackles while playing 41 defensive snaps during Sunday's 31-27 win against the Falcons, but he is now dealing with an unspecified groin injury after appearing on the Rams' injury report for the first time this season. The starting cornerback's availability will prove very important for Los Angeles after Troy Hill (groin) and rookie Cobie Durant (hamstring) both suffered injuries in Week 2.
Jan 20, 2022
Clear of injury report
Long (knee) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long had a pick-six during Monday's win over the Cardinals before leaving with the knee injury, but coach Sean McVay said the cornerback is "doing good," per Brady Henderson of ESPN. Barring a setback, it appears the 23-year-old will be able to play in Sunday's playoff matchup with the Buccaneers.
Jan 18, 2022
Injury appears minor
Long (knee) appears to have suffered a minor injury Monday night, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback left Monday's wild-card win over the Cardinals early with a knee injury, but the initial feedback on the issue is positive according to head coach Sean McVay. Long's status at practice this week will be worth monitoring ahead of the team's divisional-round game against the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Jan 17, 2022
Suffers knee injury
Long is questionable to return to Monday's wild-card matchup against Arizona after suffering a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
Long suffered the injury just before halftime and walked slowly off the field prior to having his left knee examined on the training table, per Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic. He made his mark on the game earlier in the first half when he picked off an ill-advised Kyler Murray pass and returned it for a score. If Long is unable to return, the Rams' secondary will be very shorthanded with Taylor Rapp (concussion) and Jordan Fuller (ankle) also sidelined.
Dec 9, 2021
Healthy going into Week 14
Long (illness) did not appear on the injury report Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback was inactive for the team's Week 13 win over the Jaguars while dealing with the illness. Long has made 26 tackles, deflected three passes and intercepted a pass in 11 games this season.
Dec 5, 2021
Inactive Sunday
Long (illness) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Jaguars, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Long didn't practice at all this week, so his status comes as no surprise. The cornerback didn't play any defensive snaps during the Rams' Week 12 loss to the Packers, so his absence likely won't impact Los Angeles' defensive rotations.
Nov 19, 2021
Ruled out for Week 11
Long (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Texans, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long will miss his second straight game due to a hamstring injury. Jayon Brown, who played every defensive snap for the Titans in Week 10, will likely draw another start at inside linebacker against Houston on Sunday.
Nov 12, 2021
Out with hamstring injury
Long has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints with a hamstring injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long has missed only a handful of snaps over the past two months since sitting out the season opener, and he won't be available for Sunday's contest. Jayon Brown should take on an increased role at inside linebacker for Tennessee.
Nov 2, 2021
Totals nine stops
Long had nine tackles (six solo) and one pass defensed during Sunday's 34-31 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Long played all 80 defensive snaps and led Tennessee in tackles while also registering two hits on the quarterback. The 25-year-old has 60 tackles (40 solo) and three passes defensed through seven games this year.
Oct 25, 2021
Tallies eight tackles
Long had eight tackles (six solo) and two passes defensed during Sunday's 27-3 win over Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Long finished tied for the team lead in tackles and now has 34 stops across his past three contests. The 2019 sixth-round pick will remain on the IDP radar as long as he keeps up that production level.
Oct 15, 2021
Posts season-high 12 tackles
Long recorded 12 tackles (10 solo) during Sunday's 37-19 win over the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Long bounced back from a three-tackle performance against the Jets in Week 4 with his best outing of the season. The 25-year-old will look to build off his season-high performance against Josh Allen and the Bills in Week 6.
Sep 28, 2021
Leads way in tackles
Long recorded eight tackles and one tackle for a loss in Sunday's Week 3 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Since missing the team's opening contest, Long has played 98 and 100 percent of the defensive snaps in the following two games. He led the team with his eight tackles in Week 3, and now has 14 total on the season. He may fall into a rotational role once Jayon Brown fully returns from a hamstring injury, as Brown was limited to only nine defensive snaps against the Colts.
Sep 15, 2021
Off injury report
Long (cramping) isn't listed on the Rams' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Long was forced to go into the locker room during Sunday night's season-opening win as he suffered with cramps. The cornerback is no longer on the Rams' injury report and should be able to play in Sunday's Week 2 battle with the Colts.
Sep 12, 2021
Battling cramps
Long (cramping) is probable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Long went to the locker room in the third quarter, but he's likely to return before long based on this update. Rookie Robert Rochell slid into Long's spot and should remain there until Long returns.
Sep 10, 2021
Ruled out for season opener
The Titans have ruled Long (hamstring) as out for the season opener against the Cardinals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Titans are already thin at linebacker with B.J. Bello on IR. Monty Rice and Nick Dzubnar will act as the backups behind Jayon Brown and Rashaan Evans on Sunday.
Dec 21, 2020
Erupts with 12 stops
Long posted 12 tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 46-25 win over the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Long played just 25 snaps on defense over the first eight games, but he has now strung together three consecutive starts. The second-year linebacker capitalized on the opportunity in Week 15, as he registered a team-high 12 stops. It's Long's job to lose now, and he'll look to keep the momentum rolling in next week's matchup against the Packers.
Nov 29, 2020
Returns from COVID list
Long (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Long was on the COVID-19 list for last week's win over Baltimore, but he's back on the active roster for Week 12. The 22-year-old should return to his role on special teams for the Titans.
Nov 16, 2020
Lands on COVID-19 list
Long (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear if the 22-year-old tested positive for the virus himself or if he came in close contact with an infected individual. Long will be unavailable until he clears the league's COVID-19 protocols.
Oct 25, 2020
Not suiting up Sunday
Long (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
The 2019 sixth-round pick was active for the first five games of the season, but he was mostly limited to special teams and played only 20 total defensive snaps. Long appeared in 14 games as a rookie last year and totaled 15 tackles in a similar role.
Jan 19, 2020
Suiting up Sunday
Long (knee) is officially active for Sunday's AFC Championship Game at Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Long didn't miss a practice during the week, so it's not a major surprise he'll be available Sunday. The 21-year-old primarily played special teams during the regular season but saw 47 defensive snaps last week against the Ravens with Jayon Brown (shoulder) sidelined. Long should return to a reserve role Sunday since Brown is also available.
Jan 17, 2020
Deemed questionable
Long is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs due to a knee injury, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Long fully participated in Thursday's practice, but that was logged in between two limited workloads on Wednesday and Friday. His status for Sunday will likely depend on how his knee is feeling during warmups.
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