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Sheldon Rankins Injury News & Updates
Mar 10, 2025
Reuniting with Houston
The Texans are slated to sign Rankins (illness) to a one-year, $7 million contract, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins inked a two-year, $24.5 million deal with Cincinnati last offseason, but the Bengals opted to release him after a 2024 campaign in which he missed the first three games of the year due to a hamstring issue, and the final seven contests due to an illness. Now healthy, the 30-year-old run stopper will shore up Houston's defensive line, which could lose both Mario Edwards and Foley Fatukasi to free agency.
Feb 21, 2025
Let go by Cincinnati
The Bengals released Rankins (illness) on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
An illness prevented Rankins from practicing or playing since Week 10, and he ended the season on the reserve/non-football illness list. He started in seven games for the Bengals last season and finished with 10 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks. It's unclear if his illness will linger into the offseason, but once fully healthy, Rankins will be on the lookout to join a team in need of veteran depth on the defensive line.
Dec 30, 2024
Placed on IR
The Bengals placed Rankins (illness) on injured reserve Monday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has been unable to practice or play since Week 10 against Baltimore due to an illness. His placement on IR means he won't be able to play in the Bengals' regular-season finale against the Steelers on Saturday. However, he would be eligible to return from IR if the Bengals qualify for the postseason and make it to the Super Bowl. Rankins will end the 2024 regular season with 18 tackles (10 solo), including 1.0 sacks, across seven games.
Dec 26, 2024
Remains out for Week 17
Rankins (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Broncos, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
An illness has prevented Rankins from playing or practicing since Week 10 against the Ravens, and he will be sidelined Saturday for a sixth straight game. It's unclear whether he'll be able to progress enough in his recovery to play in the Bengals' regular-season finale against the Steelers on Sunday, Jan. 5.
Dec 20, 2024
Out again for Week 16
Rankins (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will miss his fifth straight game due to the illness. B.J. Hill, McKinnley Jackson and Jay Tufele should continue to handle the bulk of the work on the interior of Cincinnati's defensive line.
Dec 13, 2024
Missing Week 15
Rankins (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Rankins fell ill before the Bengals' Week 11 loss to the Chargers and is now in line to miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday with the issue. While the veteran defensive tackle remains sidelined in Week 15, expect McKinnley Jackson to see increased snaps with Cincinnati's first-team defense.
Dec 7, 2024
Won't play Monday vs. Dallas
Rankins (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against teh Cowboys, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will miss his third straight game due to an illness, and given his extended absence, it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up for the Bengals' Week 15 contest against the Titans on Sunday, Dec. 15. McKinnley Jackson, Kris Jenkins and Jay Tufele will continue to see increased snaps at defensive tackle next to starter B.J. Hill for as long as Rankins is sidelined.
Dec 5, 2024
DNP on Thursday
Rankins (illness) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins came down with an illness in the week leading up to Week 11 against the Chargers, and even with the Week 12 bye, he still didn't feel well enough to play against the Steelers this past Sunday. Rankins will have to return to practice over the next two days in order to be cleared to play against Dallas on Monday.
Nov 29, 2024
Won't play Week 13
Rankins (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins missed Cincinnati's Week 11 game against the Chargers due to the illness, and he's not well enough to suit up Sunday despite the Bengals' being on bye last week. McKinnley Jackson, Kris Jenkins and Jay Tufele could all see increased defensive snaps with Rankins out Sunday. Rankins' next opportunity to suit up will be Monday, Dec. 9 versus Dallas.
Nov 27, 2024
Still under the weather
Rankins (illness) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was a late addition to the Bengals' injury report heading into Week 11 against the Chargers due to an illness, which ultimately forced him to be inactive for the contest. Even after the Week 12 bye, it appears Rankins is still feeling under the weather, and it's unclear whether it will effect his practice participation over the next two days. If the illness is serious enough to force Rankins to be sidelined against the Steelers on Sunday, McKinnley Jackson and Kris Jenkins would see increased snaps at defensive tackle alongside starter B.J. Hill.
Nov 17, 2024
No go for SNF
Rankins (illness) is inactive for Sunday Night Football versus the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Rankins popped up on the injury report Sunday with an illness and he'll ultimately be forced to miss the contest as a result. In his absence, B.J. Hill and McKinnley Jackson will likely handle the bulk of snaps at defensive tackle against Los Angeles.
Nov 17, 2024
Added to injury report with illness
Rankins is questionable to suit up Sunday night versus the Chargers due to an illness.
ANALYSIS
Rankins appears to have picked up an illness during the weekend, as he wasn't on the Bengals' injury report following the team's final practice Friday. The timing doesn't bode well for the defensive tackle's chance of suiting up Sunday, though it's not clear how under the weather Rankins is feeling. If he's unable to suit up against the Chargers, rookie McKinnley Jackson could see more than his usual allotment of defensive snaps.
Oct 11, 2024
Ready for Sunday
Rankins (hamstring) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Rankins upgraded to full participation in Friday's practice after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday, so it appears he's moved past his hamstring injury. Expect the 30-year-old to start alongside B.J. Hill as part of the Bengals' top interior defensive linemen duo Sunday.
Oct 10, 2024
Returns to practice
Rankins (hamstring) returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since getting hurt, Geoff Hobson of Bengals.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was limited in his first practice back, as one would expect to happen. There's some hope that he can play Sunday night against the Giants. The Bengals have only had Rankins and B.J. Hill out there together in five of a possible 20 quarters this season.
Oct 6, 2024
Officially inactive
Rankins (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Rankins has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a third straight game. Kris Jenkins, Jay Tufele and Lawrence Guy remain candidates for extra snaps.
Oct 4, 2024
Listed as doubtful
Rankins (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Rankins looks poised to miss a third consecutive game. The good news for the Bengals is it appears B.J. Hill (hamstring) is ready to return from injury, as he doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's AFC North tilt.
Sep 27, 2024
Out again for Week 4
Rankins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will miss his second consecutive contest, and fellow interior lineman B.J. Hill (hamstring) is doubtful to face Carolina after he also missed Week 3 versus Washington. Zachary Carter, Jay Tufele and rookie Kris Jenkins soaked up the majority of the snaps inside against the Commanders and will likely do the same this week.
Sep 21, 2024
Won't play Monday
Rankins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Washington after not practicing Saturday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was a DNP in all three practices this week, and his next chance at suiting up will be Week 4 against Carolina on Sept. 29. Fellow starting defensive tackle B.J. Hill (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game, and if he cannot play, then Zachary Carter and Jay Tufele will step into the starting roles and man the Bengals' interior defensive line.
Sep 20, 2024
Doesn't practice again
Rankins (hamstring) did not participate in Friday's practice session, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has been held out of the first two practices of the week due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 2 against Kansas City. He would unlikely suit up Monday against the Commanders unless he's able to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday. Zachary Carter and Jay Tufele would be thrust into the starting defensive tackle roles if both Rankins and B.J. Hill (hamstring) were unable to play Monday.
Sep 15, 2024
Done for day
Rankins (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Rankins suffered a left hamstring injury in the second half of Sunday's matchup with Kansas City, bringing his day to a premature end. In his absence, Zachary Carter and Jay Tufele will see more work at defensive tackle.
Mar 13, 2024
Officially joining Cincinnati
Rankins and the Bengals agreed on a two-year, $26 million contract Wednesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will officially head to Cincinnati after spending the 2023 campaign in Houston, recording 37 tackles, including 6.0 sacks, while also forcing a fumble and scoring a defensive touchdown over 15 games. The defensive tackle will create a formidable duo on the interior defensive line with B.J. Hill in 2024.
Mar 13, 2024
Likely headed to Cincinnati
The Bengals are expected to sign Rankins on Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Though not official yet, a deal between Rankins and Cincinnati seems to be close to done. He would immediately figure to play a significant role on the interior of a Bengals defensive line that's already loaded with talent.
Jan 13, 2024
Gets green light
Rankins (shoulder) is officially active for Saturday's wild-card matchup with the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was looking like a true game-time decision after logging limited practice sessions in consecutive days to close out the week. It looks like he is set to take on his usual responsibilities at defensive tackle assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Jan 11, 2024
Gets questionable tag
Rankins (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was a limited participant at practice Wednesday and Thursday, so his availability for the wild-card round seems close to a coin-flip proposition. If he ends up on the sidelines Saturday, Khalil Davis could see an uptick in snaps.
Jan 10, 2024
Returns to practice Wednesday
Rankins (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins sat out practice Tuesday due to a shoulder injury, but he was able to log a limited session one day later. Given the stakes of Saturday's wild-card contest versus Cleveland, the defensive tackle seems likely to suit up, though his participation level in practice Thursday could provide more clarity on the seriousness of the shoulder issue. Rankins registered 6.0 sacks this season in his first campaign in Houston.
Jan 9, 2024
Misses practice Tuesday
Rankins (shoulder) didn't practice Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was listed with an ankle injury at the end of the regular season, so this shoulder issue appears to be a new one. His status will be updated no later than Wednesday.
Jan 6, 2024
Set to play Saturday
Rankins (ankle) is active for Saturday's game against the Colts, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was a limited participant in Thursday's practice and will be good to go for the Texans' regular-season finale. He has 36 tackles (28 solo), including 6.0 sacks, one forced fumble and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown over 14 games this season.
Jan 4, 2024
Questionable for Saturday
Rankins (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
The defensive tackle missed practice Tuesday and Wednesday before participating on a limited basis in Thursday's session. Rankins sat out two games earlier in the season with a knee injury but has been healthy for the last eight. If he's unable to suit up Saturday, Kurt Hinish should see more snaps.
Jan 1, 2024
Scores in win
Rankins had two tackles, one sack, one quarterback hit and a 13-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown in Sunday's 26-3 win over Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Houston's defense had a statement game, and Rankins was in the middle of it. Defensive end Jerry Hughes dislodged the ball from quarterback Will Levis, and Rankins had an unencumbered path to the end zone for the Texans' first touchdown scored by the defense in 2023. The interior lineman has 36 tackles, six sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery over 14 games.
Dec 31, 2023
Available Sunday
Rankins (ankle) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old defensive tackle was able to log a limited session Friday after beginning the Texans' week of practice with back-to-back DNPs, and it now seems as if he'll be able to play through his ankle issue in Week 17. Rankins has appeared in 13 games for Houston this year, recording 34 total tackles, including seven tackles for loss and 5.0 sacks.
Dec 29, 2023
Questionable for Week 17
Rankins (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Rankins logged a limited practice Friday after missing Wednesday and Thursday's sessions. The 29-year-old veteran has played in 13 of 15 games to this point, managing 34 tackles (26 solo), seven tackles for loss and five sacks as an interior lineman.
Dec 10, 2023
Ready to go Sunday
Rankins (elbow) is active Sunday against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Rankins continues to deal with an elbow injury, but just like Week 13 against the Broncos, the veteran defensive tackle will play through the injury despite spending the week as questionable. His ability to take the field will be a boost to the Texans' defensive front.
Dec 8, 2023
Questionable Sunday vs. Jets
Rankins (elbow) was a limited participant in Friday's practice and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was able to play in last Sunday's game against the Broncos despite logging two DNP's leading up to the contest and played 40 defensive snaps. He started out this week as a limited participant Wednesday before not participating in Thursday's practice. His limited participation Friday is a good sign that Rankins be able to play Sunday, but if he has a setback, Khalil Davis and Kurt Hinish would figure to see an increased snap count at defensive tackle alongside starter Maliek Collins.
Dec 3, 2023
Ready to go Sunday
Rankins (elbow) is active Sunday against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Rankins returned to practice in a limited fashion Friday after logging DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday. His ability to take the field Sunday should be a boost for the Texans' defensive front.
Dec 1, 2023
Questionable for Sunday vs. Broncos
Rankins (elbow) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was able to manage limited participation at practice Friday after missing practice Wednesday and Thursday, giving himself a shot to play in Week 13. If he sits out though, Kurt Hinish would probably start in his place on the defensive line.
Nov 13, 2023
Monster performance in win
Rankins tallied five tackles (five solo), including three sacks, and forced a fumble during Houston's 30-27 win against the Bengals on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins had his best performance of the season Sunday as he managed to bring down Joe Burrow three teams. The 29-year-old was responsible for three of the team's four sacks and he'll look to build off this strong performance next week versus the Cardinals.
Nov 8, 2023
Dodges Wednesday injury report
Rankins (knee) was not listed on Houston's injury report Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has missed the Texans' last two games nursing a knee injury, but it looks like he's on track to suit back up in Week 10. He should step back into a starting role on Houston's defensive line come Sunday at Cincinnati.
Nov 5, 2023
Sitting out again
Rankins (knee) is inactive Sunday against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will miss a second consecutive game due to the injury after logging limited practices throughout the week. His absence will leave a void in the interior of the team's defensive line when they take the field against Tampa Bay. Khalil Davis, Kurt Hinish and Hassan Ridgeway will be candidates for extra snaps in his absence.
Nov 3, 2023
Could be out again Week 9
Rankins (knee) is considered questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins missed his first game of the season during last Sunday's loss to the Panthers due to a knee injury. The 29-year-old continued to deal with this issue as a limited participant throughout all three practices for Houston in Week 9, leaving his status up in the air against Tampa Bay. Rankins has accumulated 17 tackles and a sack through six games this season, and, should he remain sidelined, then Khalil Davis, Kurt Hinish and Hassan Ridgeway could all be in line for increased playing time at defensive tackle.
Oct 27, 2023
Won't suit up Sunday
Rankins (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 8 matchup versus Carolina.
ANALYSIS
Rankins played on 60 percent of Houston's defensive snaps Week 6 against New Orleans, but he came out of the Texans' Week 7 bye with a pair of DNPs around a limited practice session during Week 8 prep. His absence will be a blow to Houston's pass rush, and Kurt Hinish may take on more snaps as a result. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Rankins' knee has shown improvement, and he's not expected to be out for an extended period.
Oct 17, 2023
Records first sack
Rankins registered six tackles, including two for a loss, and a sack in Sunday's 20-13 win over New Orleans.
ANALYSIS
With the Saints in the red zone, Rankins brought down Derek Carr for an 11-yard loss that forced a 3rd-and-long situation, and New Orleans eventually settled for a field goal. Despite the defense giving up 446 yards, the sack was part of a bounce-back performance for the unit. Houston's defenders allowed just three second-half points (none in the fourth quarter) after letting Atlanta score two touchdowns in the final quarter of a Week 5 loss.
Jul 30, 2023
Back to full strength
Rankins (undisclosed) was activated from the non-football illness list Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will now be able to practice with his new team, after spending the last two seasons with the Jets. The 29-year-old should be an integral piece to the interior of Houston's defensive line in 2023.
Jul 25, 2023
Begins camp on NFI list
Rankins (undisclosed) was placed on the active/NFI list Tuesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins will need to wait to participate with his new team during training camp. The veteran interior lineman's injury is unclear but he'll be able to take the field as soon as he can pass a physical.
Mar 15, 2023
Lands in Houston on one-year deal
The Texans agreed to terms with Rankins on a one-year, $10.5 million contract, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports.
ANALYSIS
The No. 12 overall pick in the 2016 Draft, Rankins spent the last two seasons with the Jets after five in New Orleans. He has back-to-back three-sack seasons and 23.5 for his career. Rankins is a lane-plugger up front and should be among the leaders in snaps played at the position for the Texans under new head coach DeMeco Ryans.
Dec 1, 2022
Practices in full Thursday
Rankins (elbow) was a full participant during the Jets' practice Thursday, Ben Goessling of the Star Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has missed the Jets' last two games since suffering a dislocated elbow Week 9 that was expected to keep him sidelined for 4-6 weeks. The 28-year-old defensive tackle returned to practice in a limited capacity Wednesday, and he should be ready to play again after logging a full session Thursday. Rankins recorded 25 tackles, two sacks and one forced fumble while playing all but five of his 318 snaps on defense before going down with this injury, and he should reprise a prominent role alongside Quinnen Williams moving forward.
Nov 30, 2022
Anticipates practicing Wednesday
Head coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday that Rankins (elbow) is in line to return to practice in limited fashion, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins dislocated his elbow back in Week 9 versus the Bills, and he ultimately hasn't been able to return to the practice field since. However, if the 305-pounder indeed participates in Wednesday's session, that would give him a decent shot to suit up this weekend in Minnesota. On the contrary, If Rankins is eventually unable to gain medical clearance for a third consecutive contest, then Solomon Thomas and Quinnen Williams should continue handling most of New York's defensive tackle reps.
Nov 7, 2022
Dislocates elbow Sunday
Rankins sustained a dislocated elbow during Sunday's win over the Bills, and he could now miss 4-6 weeks depending on the healing process, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins departed during the first half of Sunday's matchup versus Buffalo with what has since been revealed as a dislocated elbow. While there's currently no specific date set for his return, an injury like this usually takes players 4-6 weeks to fully recover and return to action. While the 305-pounder remains sidelined, expect Solomon Thomas, Quinnen Williams and Nathan Shepherd to see a spike in usage on the Jets' defensive front.
Nov 6, 2022
Exits with injury
Rankins (elbow) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills.
ANALYSIS
Rankins logged two tackles before he was forced out at some point during the first half of Sunday's contest. With the defensive tackle out, expect Solomon Thomas and Nathan Shepherd to step up into bigger roles alongside Quinnen Williams.
Sep 26, 2022
Sets career high with seven tackles
Rankins had seven tackles (six solo) and a sack in Sunday's 27-12 loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was productive against Cincinnati's porous offensive line. His seven tackles set a new career high, while the sack was Rankins' fourth in 19 games with the Jets.
Dec 26, 2021
Good to go Sunday
Rankins (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was considered questionable and is ready to play Week 16. He picked up his first sack since Week 8 last week against the Dolphins, bringing his season total to three.
Dec 19, 2021
Will play Sunday
Rankins (knee) is active for Sunday against the Dolphins, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was able to log a full practice Friday, setting the stage for his ability to suit up Sunday. The six-year veteran has 25 tackles (11 solo), two sacks, a pass defensed and fumble recovery on the season. He and the Jets will look to stifle the Dolphins' playoff chances Sunday.
Dec 17, 2021
Logs full practice
Rankin (knee) is questionable for Sunday against the Dolphins, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has gone from missing practice Wednesday to limited Thursday before logging a full practice Friday. Getting in a full practices should be considered a good sign for the six-year pro going into Sunday.
Dec 12, 2021
Ready to face former team
Rankins (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins concluded the week as a full participant in practice, so he never appeared in major jeopardy of sitting out a matchup against the team that drafted him, despite being listed as questionable for the contest. The sixth-year defensive tackle logged 21 tackles and two sacks through his 11 appearances before sitting out the Jets' Week 13 loss to the Eagles.
Dec 10, 2021
Questionable for Week 14
Rankins (knee) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was sidelined for the team's Week 13 matchup against Philadelphia. He logged a limited practice Thursday prior to a full session Friday, leaving him questionable to return for Sunday's game against the Saints. Should Rankins be able to suit up, he should play a significant role along the Jets' defensive line. Through 11 games this season, he's logged 21 total tackles with two sacks and a pass defended.
Dec 5, 2021
Won't play Sunday
Rankins (knee) is inactive Sunday against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was forced out early last week against the Texans with the injury, and will miss his first game of the season. Folorunso Fatukasi will now likely step into a more prominent role.
Dec 3, 2021
Unlikely to play Week 13
Rankins (knee) is doubtful to play in Week 13 against the Eagles, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins left last week's game against the Texans early with the knee issue and will now miss his first game of the season Sunday. In his absence, Folorunso Fatukasi will likely step into a starting role at defensive tackle.
Nov 28, 2021
Leaves with knee issue
Rankins is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Texans with a knee injury, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins' loss leaves the Jets without their starting left tackle. Folorunso Fatukasi should step in to replace him.
Mar 21, 2021
Links with Gang Green
Rankins is signing a two-year contract with the Jets, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins' contract is reportedly worth up to $17 million, a figure that likely includes multiple incentives. The 2016 first-round pick had a career-low 1.5 sacks with the Saints in 2020, and he's missed a combined 10 games over the last two seasons. Rankins will have every opportunity to bounce back with the Jets, though, where he'll anchor the interior defensive line alongside Quinnen Williams (neck).
Jan 31, 2021
Unproductive 2020 campaign
Rankins racked up 20 tackles (13 solo), 1.5 sacks and a pass defended across 12 games in 2020.
ANALYSIS
Rankins missed at least four games for the second straight season, and though he saw his defensive snaps climb in 2020, he recorded a career-low 1.5 sacks. He's played all five seasons of his career with New Orleans, but it's unclear where he'll play in 2021, as Rankins is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Jan 10, 2021
Records sack in win
Rankins finished with two tackles (both solo), one sack and a tackle for a loss in the Saints' 21-9 win over the Bears on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was the only Saints defender to sack Mitchell Trubisky on the afternoon. He finished the 2020 season with just 1.5 sacks -- the lowest mark of his five-year career -- but he'll look to get back on track in this year's playoffs. His next chance to get to the quarterback will come in the NFC divisional round against Tom Brady and Tampa Bay.
Dec 5, 2020
Moves off IR
Rankins (knee- MCL) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins missed the past four weeks dealing with a MCL sprain, but the defensive tackle should be full throttle Sunday against the Falcons. The 2016 first-round pick has played over 60 percent of the defensive snaps just once this season.
Nov 25, 2020
Designated to return from IR
Rankins (knee - MCL) has been designated to return from IR, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
The move opens Rankins' 21-day practice window and offers the possibility that the fifth-year defensive tackle could play in Sunday's game versus Denver. Rankins' return to the field would be a boost to a Saints defensive front that has shuffled replacements during his absence.
Nov 6, 2020
Lands on IR
The Saints place Rankins (knee) on injured reserve Friday, Luke Johnson of NOLA.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins has missed practice all week while tending to a mild MCL sprain, and now he'll miss a minimum of three games. He'll be eligible to return Week 12 against the Broncos, and with no serious damage to his knee, that timeline looks realistic. David Onyemata should bump into a starting defensive tackle role until Rankins returns, and there should be a fair amount of reps left behind for Malcolm Roach and Shy Tuttle.
Nov 5, 2020
Missing more practice
Rankins was sidelined at Thursday's practice due to a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
Thursday marked the second consecutive missed practice for Rankins, so his chances to suit up in Sunday night's game against Tampa Bay appear in some jeopardy. Rankins left last week's win over Chicago with the knee injury, which was believed to be a mild MCL sprain. There were no reports of serious damage from his MRI on Monday, but if Rankins is forced to suit Week 9, David Onyemata would be in line for a start at defensive tackle.
Nov 1, 2020
Escapes with minor sprain
Rankins (knee) is believed to have suffered a mild MCL sprain during Sunday's 26-23 win over the Bears, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins' initial diagnosis appears to have brought good news, after the 26-year-old defensive tackle went down with what appeared to be a serious injury versus Chicago. He's scheduled for an MRI on Monday to officially confirm the severity of his knee issue.
Nov 1, 2020
Leaves field with knee injury
Rankins (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears due to a knee injury, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was forced out of the first half of Sunday's contest due to what appeared to be a significant left knee injury, but he was able to walk to the locker room under his own strength. David Onyemata and Shy Tuttle are candidates to see increased snaps if Rankins can't return versus Chicago.
Oct 13, 2020
First sack of 2020
Rankins finished with five tackles (three solo), 2.5 tackles for a loss and a sack in Monday night's 30-27 overtime win against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
In just one game of play, Rankins eclipsed his season tackle total and recorded his first sack of 2020. He's had a slow start to the season but will look to stay on track in Week 7 against Carolina.
Oct 12, 2020
Active for MNF, as expected
Rankins (thumb) is active for Monday's game versus the Chargers, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins didn't practice Saturday due to this injury, but he'll be able to play through the issue, perhaps with some sort of protection on the thumb. The Louisville product is expected to start at nose tackle where he has posted three tackles this year.
Oct 12, 2020
On track for MNF
Rankins (thumb) is expected to play in Monday's game versus the Chargers, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins popped up on the injury report Saturday when he was unable to practice, but it appears the 2016 first-round pick will play through the issue. He'll likely wear some sort of protection on the thumb, whether it's a cast of a club.
Oct 10, 2020
Pops up on injury report
Rankins (thumb) didn't practice Saturday and is questionable for Monday's game versus the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Rankins made his first appearance on the injury report Saturday, but it sounds like he could still play. If he in fact suits up, the 2016 first-round pick could work with a club on his hand to protect the injured thumb.
Aug 20, 2020
Looking explosive at camp
Rankins (ankle) has looked explosive at training camp according to defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins is coming off two straight season-ending injuries but it does not appear to have slowed him down heading into the 2020 campaign. The 26-year-old is poised to reclaim his starting role along the defensive line.
Apr 1, 2020
On track for training camp
Rankins (ankle) is expected to be healthy for the start of training camp, Nick Underhill of New Orleans.Football reports.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old was limited to begin the season after suffering a ruptured Achilles, and he eventually underwent preemptive surgery on the other leg to help prevent further issues with that Achilles. Rankins appeared in 10 games in 2019 and had 10 tackles and two sacks, and his return to full healthy for 2020 would be a significant boost for the defensive line.
Dec 11, 2019
Season officially over
Rankins (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, ESPN's Field Yates reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins' upcoming absence leaves the Saints quite thin along the defensive line with Marcus Davenport also heading to IR due to a foot injury sustained during the same 48-46 loss to the 49ers. Rankins will finished the 2019 campaign with just 10 tackles and two sacks in 10 games under his belt, but his impact was felt more than the numbers might indicate. The Saints have since signed fellow defensive tackle T.Y. McGill in an attempt to provide depth.
Dec 11, 2019
Could be out for the season
Rankins (ankle) is in danger of missing the rest of the season, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins was forced out of Sunday's 48-46 loss to the 49ers with a right ankle injury, and he's now weighing his options to figure out if he'll be able to play again this year. With defensive end Marcus Davenport expected to have season-ending foot surgery, the Saints suddenly appear thin along the defensive line, an area that's been a strength for them for most of the season. The only good news is that Rankins' injury isn't on the same leg where he suffered a torn Achilles in January. The 2016 first-round pick has 16 sacks in 51 regular-season games, including two in 10 appearances this year.
Dec 8, 2019
Leaves game Sunday
Rankins (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear how Rankins picked up the injury, but he was forced to exit the game late in the third quarter. As long as the 2016 first-round pick is sidelined, look for David Onyemata and Shy Tuttle to be in line to receive an uptick in snaps.
Sep 5, 2019
Limited Thursday
Rankins was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Luke Johnson of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Rankins is working his way back from an Achilles injury suffered January, and he also appears to now be battling a hamstring issue. The Saints could opt to take a cautious approach to his recovery, so it remains to be seen whether Rankins will manage to suit up Week 1 against the Texans.
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