John Franklin-Myers Injury News & Updates
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Set to play vs. Chiefs
Franklin-Myers (back) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game versus Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers popped up on Denver's injury report Thursday with a back issue, but he was able to get back to practicing in full Friday and will suit up in Week 11. He's on pace for a career year as a pass rusher, and he'll be looking to keep up that momentum Sunday.
Nov 13, 2025
Working through back issue
Franklin-Myers (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
The back injury appears to be a new issue for the 2018 fourth-rounder, as he was omitted from Wednesday's injury report. The severity of the injury is unclear, but Friday's practice report should provide clarity on his chances of playing against the Chiefs on Sunday. Franklin-Myer's absence would result in more snaps available at defensive end for Malcolm Roach, Jordan Jackson and rookie third-rounder Sai'vion Jones.
Nov 9, 2025
Adds to sack total Week 10
Franklin-Myers logged three tackles (one solo), including 0.5 sacks, during the Broncos' 10-7 win over the Raiders on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers combined with Jonathan Cooper for a three-yard sack on Geno Smith early in the fourth quarter, which forced the Raiders to punt the next play. Franklin-Myers is now up to 4.5 sacks through 10 regular-season games, which is fourth most on the Broncos behind Nik Bonitto (9.5), Cooper (7.5) and Zach Allen (6.0).
Sep 11, 2025
Returns to practice Thursday
Franklin-Myers (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers missed Wednesday's practice due to a knee issue, but his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he'll play against the Colts on Sunday. The 2018 fourth-rounder logged one tackle and played 35 defensive snaps during the Broncos' 20-12 Week 1 win over the Titans.
Sep 10, 2025
Misses practice Wednesday
Franklin-Myers (knee) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers recorded one tackle in Denver's 20-12 win over the Titans in Week 1, but he may have picked up a knee injury during the contest. The defensive end will have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's matchup against the Colts.
Jan 22, 2025
Career-high 7.0 sacks in 2024
Franklin-Myers finished the 2024 regular season with 40 tackles (18 solo), including 7.0 sacks, across 17 games.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was traded by the Jets to the Broncos in late April in what was largely a salary dump for Gang Green. The 2018 fourth-round pick responded with a career-best 7.0 sacks and played a key role in the Broncos' league-leading 63.0 sacks in the regular season. Franklin-Myers, Zach Allen, Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper will look to replicate their success in the 2025 campaign.
Dec 18, 2024
Ready for Thursday night
Franklin-Myers (foot) has no injury designation ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Chargers, Susanna Weir of the Broncos' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers appeared to be on track to miss the Broncos' Week 16 divisional matchup after opening the week of practice with consecutive DNPs. However, he upgraded to full participation Wednesday, suggesting he's moved past his foot injury in time to suit up Thursday night. Now that the 28-year-old has returned to full health, he's expected to serve as one of Denver's starting defensive ends.
Dec 16, 2024
Estimated as DNP on Monday
Franklin-Myers (foot) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The veteran defensive lineman was apparently injured in Sunday's win over the Colts, as he played just 32 percent of the defensive snaps, his lowest mark since Week 2. Franklin-Myers has started 13 of 14 games he's appeared in this season, logging 36 tackles (17 solo), including 5.5 sacks.
Sep 20, 2024
Will suit up Sunday
Franklin-Myers (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite having suffered a concussion less than a week ago, Franklin-Myers is on track to play in Week 3. He'll be hunting for his first sack of the season against a middling Buccaneers offensive line.
Sep 19, 2024
Progressing through protocols
Franklin-Myers (concussion) was limited in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers suffered a concussion during Denver's Week 2 loss to Pittsburgh. The 2018 fourth-round pick opened the week as a DNP on Wednesday, but his increased participation Thursday indicates that he is progressing through the league's protocols. If he's able to participate in full Friday, Franklin-Myers would have a good shot at playing against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Sep 18, 2024
Misses Wednesday's practice
Franklin-Myers (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers has yet to clear concussion protocol after sustaining the injury in the first quarter of Denver's Week 2 loss to the Steelers. If the Stephen F. Austin product is unable to move past protocol by the time of Sunday's contest, expect Jordan Jackson to serve as the Broncos' top right defensive end.
Sep 15, 2024
Won't return Sunday
Franklin-Myers has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Steelers due to a concussion, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers exited late in the first quarter of Sunday's game after sustaining a head injury. He was quickly ruled out thereafter after being diagnosed with a concussion, and he will finish the game with three solo tackles. Jordan Jackson will take over for Franklin-Myers at defensive end opposite starter Zach Allen for the rest of Sunday's game.
Sep 15, 2024
Enters concussion protocols
Franklin-Myers (head) is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers sustained a head injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game and registered three solo tackles before exiting. Jordan Jackson is the next man up at defensive end alongside starter Zach Allen while Franklin-Myers is sidelined.
Apr 27, 2024
Traded to Denver
Franklin-Myers was traded from the Jets to the Broncos on Saturday, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.
ANALYSIS
In what was effectively a salary dump, the Jets acquired a sixth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft for the defensive lineman. Franklin-Myers immediately steps in as Denver's starting defensive end and the fifth-year veteran should see ample playing time for a Broncos team retooling seemingly its entire roster on the fly.
Jan 19, 2024
Finishes 2023 with 3.5 sacks
Franklin-Myers posted 3.5 sacks among his 33 tackles (15 solo) and added three passes defensed in 2023.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers is overshadowed by some bigger names on the Jets' defense, but he's a key contributor in his own right. JFM didn't miss a game in 2023 and played more than half of defensive snaps in all but three games. His ability to shift between the edge and interior should allow Franklin-Myers to reclaim a prominent role on New York's defensive line in 2024.
Dec 24, 2023
Playing in Week 16
Franklin-Myers (hip) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Even though Franklin-Myers was unable to practice all week due to a hip issue, the 27-year-old defensive end will still play in the Jets' Christmas Eve affair. The Stephen F. Austin product has logged 3.0 sacks and an additional two tackles for loss through 14 games this season, and he'll look to get after Sam Howell in Week 16.
Dec 22, 2023
Questionable after three DNPs
Franklin-Myers (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers failed to practice in any fashion during the week, so he's closer to doubtful than probable for Sunday's game after exiting the Week 15 loss to Miami with a hip injury. The versatile defensive lineman has three sacks and three passes defensed in 2023, and Franklin-Myers has yet to miss a game this season.
Dec 17, 2023
Exits game with hip injury
Franklin-Myers (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was questionable for Sunday's contest with an ankle injury. Bryce Huff and Will McDonald will pick up snaps at defensive end in Franklin-Myers' absence.
Dec 10, 2023
Set to play Sunday
Franklin-Myers (ankle) is active Sunday against the Texans, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers suffered the injury in Week 13 against the Falcons, but after logging back-to-back DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday, he was able to log a limited session Friday, paving the way for him to take the field Sunday.
Dec 8, 2023
Questionable for Sunday
Franklin-Myers (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers sustained the ankle injury in this past Sunday's loss to the Falcons. He did not participate in practice Wednesday and Thursday, but was able to get a limited session in Friday. If Franklin-Myers is unable to suit up, Bryce Huff is the likely candidate to start at edge alongside Jermaine Johnson, with Will McDonald and Carl Lawson slotting in as backups.
Dec 6, 2023
Dealing with ankle injury
Franklin-Myers did not participate in practice Wednesday due to an ankle issue, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers logged his usual workload in this past Sunday's loss to Atlanta, but he appears to have hurt his ankle at some point in the contest. The extent of the injury isn't yet clear, but the Jets' practice report the remainder of the week should provide more clarity on his status for Sunday's battle against Houston. If Franklin-Myers were to sit out, Will McDonald could take on a larger role.
Sep 24, 2023
Will suit up
Franklin-Myers (hip) is active Sunday versus the Patriots, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers ramped up his practice participation over the course of the week, finishing off with a full session Friday. The 2018 fourth-round pick has six tackles, including one sack, in two games this season.
Sep 22, 2023
Considered questionable
Franklin-Myers (hip) has drawn a questionable tag ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers saw his workload increase each day at practice this week, finishing things off with a full session Friday. While he appears to be trending in the right direction, his final status will not be determined until Sunday morning. Bryce Huff and Carl Lawson would be candidates for increased snaps should he not ultimately get the green light.
Sep 21, 2023
Logs limited practice
Franklin-Myers (hip) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
ANALYSIS
Coach Robert Saleh indicated earlier in the week he believed Franklin-Myers would be good to go by Sunday's game versus New England, and his presence at practice Thursday aligns with his coach's confidence. Even so, he'll likely need to practice in full Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
Sep 20, 2023
Should be good by Sunday
Franklin-Myers (hip) did not practice Wednesday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite missing practice, Costello also reported that Franklin-Myers is expected to be good to go for Sunday against the Patriots, according to head coach Robert Saleh. However, his status will still be worth monitoring throughout the week, and if he's unable to play, Will McDonald and Byre Huff will likely be tasked with larger roles Week 3.
Aug 1, 2023
Returns to camp
Franklin-Myers (groin) is present at Jets camp Tuesday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers had missed a few training camp days this past week as he was dealing with a groin injury, but it seems as if he's moved past the issue. The Stephen F. Austin product recorded a career-high in tackles last season (38) along with five sacks, so expect JFM to continue playing with New York's first-team defense now that he's healthy once again.
Jul 30, 2023
Absent Sunday
Franklin-Myers (groin) was not present at practice Sunday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers has been dealing with groin tightness that flared up during one-on-one drills Wednesday. Once healthy, he'll look to resume his starting role on the defensive line alongside veterans Carl Lawson, Quinnen Williams and Quinton Jefferson.
Jul 26, 2023
Dealing with groin tightness
Head coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday that Franklin-Myers is dealing with groin tightness, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
ANALYSIS
Saleh adds that the groin issue became a problem during one-on-one drills Wednesday, but the veteran defensive end initially played through the pain before team trainers pulled him out of practice. The injury may cost Franklin-Myers a few days of practice, but it isn't expected to be a long-term absence.
Jan 11, 2023
Five sacks in 2022
Franklin-Myers racked up 38 tackles (16 solo), five sacks and one pass defensed while playing all 17 games in 2022.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers set a new career high in tackles by three while coming one sack short of his 2021 total. The versatile defensive lineman can line up along the edge or on the interior, and he's expected to remain a key defensive piece for the Jets in 2023, which will be the second year of a four-year, $55 million contract. JFM was involved in one of the low points of New York's once-promising 7-10 season, as a controversial roughing the passer penalty on Franklin-Myers wiped out a pick-six in a five-point, Week 8 loss to New England.
Sep 25, 2022
In line to play Sunday
Franklin-Myers (quadriceps/toe) is slated to play Sunday against the Bengals, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers has slowly upgraded throughout the week in terms of practice participation, as he failed to practice Wednesday, was limited Thursday, and returned as a full participant Friday. He's been dealing with toe and quadriceps injuries as of late, but his ability to participate in full during Friday's session indicates he'll be ready to reclaim his starting role on the Jets' defensive line Sunday against the Bengals, whose offensive line has given up a league-high 13 sacks through the first two weeks.
Sep 23, 2022
Has chance to play Sunday
Franklin-Myers (quadriceps) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, but he's expected to play, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers didn't practice Wednesday, but he returned in a limited fashion Thursday and practiced in full Friday. It appears he's trending in the right direction, but the Jets will likely wait to see how he reacts to Friday's practice before making a final decision on his status. Over the first two games of the season, the fourth-year defensive end has played 55 defensive snaps and recorded two tackles.
Sep 22, 2022
Returns in limited fashion
Franklin-Myers (quadriceps/toe) was listed as a limited participant on the Jets' injury report Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers sat out Wednesday's practice after he picked up a quadriceps injury at some point during last Sunday's win over the Browns. The starting defensive end was also limited with a separate toe injury during practice last week, though his presence during Thursday's practice is a positive sign for his availability heading into Sunday's game against Cincinnati.
Sep 21, 2022
Not practicing Wednesday
Franklin-Myers (quadriceps/toe) didn't practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was dealing with a toe injury ahead of Week 2, but he eventually upgraded to a full practice Friday and was cleared for Sunday's game against the Browns. However, he now lands on the injury report with both the toe issue and a new quadriceps injury. If he doesn't return to full practice Thursday or Friday, he could be in danger of missing his first game of the season in Week 3.
Sep 18, 2022
Suiting up Sunday
Franklin-Meyers (toe) is active Week 2 against Cleveland.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Meyers upgraded to a full practice participant in Friday's session, setting the stage for the 25-year-old to build on his season-opening performance in which he collected two tackles on 26 defensive snaps.
Jan 14, 2022
Six sacks in 2021
Franklin-Myers had 35 tackles (17 solo), six sacks, an interception and a forced fumble in 2021.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers built on a promising 2020 season by doubling his sack total in 2021, earning a four-year, $55.9 million extension in the process. He's able to move around the defensive line, and Franklin-Myers' interior pressure would become even more effective if the Jets are able to fill their long-time need for an edge rusher this offseason.
Dec 30, 2021
Activated from COVID-19 list
The Jets activated Franklin-Myers (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers tested positive for COVID-19 early last week but will now be cleared to return to practice. He should be available for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Dec 20, 2021
Tests positive for COVID-19
Franklin-Myers (illness) will be placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list after he tested positive for the virus Monday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was one of five Jets players to test positive Monday. The defensive lineman has played over 50 percent of the Jets' defensive snaps in all but one game this season, so his potential absence would be a big blow to their defense.
Dec 12, 2021
In clear for Sunday's game
Franklin-Myers (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers will be able to suit up Sunday after taking part in practice all week as at least a limited participant while he managed the hip injury. In his second season with the Jets, Franklin-Myers has tallied 29 tackles, six sacks, an interception and a forced fumble.
Nov 28, 2021
Will play Sunday
Franklin-Myers (hip) will play Sunday against the Texans, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers popped up on the injury report Friday but feels well enough to hit the field Sunday. The 25-year old has 25 tackles (11 solo) and four sacks on the season.
Nov 26, 2021
Expected to suit up Week 12
Franklin-Myers (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers didn't surface on the injury report until Friday, but the issue doesn't seem likely to keep him out. The 25-year-old has put up 25 tackles (11 solo) and four sacks in 2021 and has yet to miss a game this season.
Oct 7, 2021
Inks extension
Franklin-Myers signed a four-year extension with the Jets Thursday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The extension has Franklin-Myers under contract with the team through the 2025 season. He's logged 15 tackles through four games this season and has also racked up three sacks -- already matching his career-high mark.
Sep 26, 2021
Active for Week 3
Franklin-Myers (calf) is active for Sunday's contest against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers logged back-to-back limited practices and will be active for Week 3. The 25-year-old defensive end has logged 86 snaps, six tackles and two sacks through the first two games of the season.
Sep 24, 2021
Considered questionable
Franklin-Myers (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Broncos, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was a non-participant to kick off this week's practice before logging limited workloads on consecutive days, so he appears to be trending in the right direction. Shaq Lawson and Tim Ward would be the prime beneficiaries of snaps should he ultimately have to sit out.
Oct 11, 2020
Playing Week 5
Franklin-Myers (foot) is active Week 5 against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers continues to battle through a knee issue, but it hasn't prevented him from playing 21 or more defensive snaps in each of the last three weeks. After logging a pair of limited practices this week, the former fourth-round pick should be ready to go yet again in a reserve capacity.
Oct 10, 2020
Given questionable status
Franklin-Myers (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was battling a knee issue before playing through it in last Thursday's game against the Broncos and ultimately came out of the contest with a foot injury. His final status will depend on how he is feeling closer to kickoff.
Oct 1, 2020
Ready for TNF
Franklin-Myers (knee) is active for Thursday's game against the Broncos, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers stands to be available for his usual rotational role versus Denver. The third-year pro has handled less than half of New York's defensive snaps through two games this season, so he's not on the fantasy radar in IDP leagues.
Sep 30, 2020
Deemed questionable
Franklin-Myers (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers has played at least 20 snaps in each of the last two contests, but he's in danger of missing his second game of the season. The third-year pro has three tackles and a pass breakup this season.
Sep 9, 2020
All clear Wednesday
Franklin-Myers (groin) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers was nursing a groin injury during training camp, but as evidenced by this news, he's ready to play in Week 1. Now healthy, the 2018 fourth-round pick is expected to log a depth and special-teams role for the Jets in 2020.
Aug 23, 2020
Nursing injury
Franklin-Myers suffered a groin injury Saturday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers spent most of the 2019 campaign on injured reserve, and he's now once again having trouble staying on the field. He's competing for a depth and special-teams role.
Jul 5, 2020
Back for 2020
Franklin-Myers (undisclosed) is set to serve in a reserve role for the Jets in 2020, Olivia Landis of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 23-year-old was claimed off waiver by the Jets in early September, but he didn't appear in a game as he spent most of the season on injured reserve. Franklin-Myers appeared in 16 games as a rookie with the Rams in 2018 and had 10 total tackles and two sacks.
Dec 19, 2019
Won't return from IR
Franklin-Myers (undisclosed) had his 21-day practice window expire Wednesday, freelance NFL writer Howard Balzer reports.
ANALYSIS
The Jets designated Franklin-Myers for a return from injured reserve Nov. 27, but his window for activation has now passed. The 2018 fourth-round pick will remain on IR for the rest of the 2019 season.
Nov 28, 2019
Designated for return
The Jets have designated Franklin-Myers (undisclosed) to return from injured reserve.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers retook the practice field Wednesday, which kicks off a 21-day window where the Jets can evaluated him for a return to the 53-man roster. The second-year pro will likely be limited to a depth or special-teams gig in the event that he's ultimately cleared to retake the field.
Oct 4, 2019
Placed on injured reserve
Franklin-Myers was placed on injured reserve Friday with an undisclosed injury, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers wasn't listed on the injury report earlier in the week, so the specifics of his injury remain unclear. The 23-year-old did miss practice time with a foot injury in mid-September, but he never received an official injury designation.
Sep 15, 2019
Ready to go
Franklin-Myers (foot) does not have an injury designation for Monday's game against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
A foot issue kept Franklin-Myers from practicing Thursday and Friday, but he was a full participant Saturday and appears back to full health. It remains to be seen exactly what sort of role Franklin-Myers will play on New York's defense, though he'll likely be limited to special teams or a depth gig.
Sep 12, 2019
Not practicing Thursday
Franklin-Myers (undisclosed) did not practice Thursday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
It remains to be seen what sort of injury Franklin-Myers is dealing with. The 2018 fourth-round pick was claimed by New York off waivers last week and is working to carve out a depth role.