Injury reserve list

What is an injury reserve list?

The injury reserve list is a list of players who are unable to play due to injury. Players can be placed on the injury reserve list at any time during the season, but they must have been on the team's active roster for at least 6 weeks before being eligible. Players on the injury reserve list are not eligible to play in any games, but they can still practice with the team.

How long can a player stay on the injury reserve list?

Players can stay on the injury reserve list for a maximum of 8 weeks. After 8 weeks, the player must either be activated or placed on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.

What happens if a player is activated from the injury reserve list?

When a player is activated from the injury reserve list, they are eligible to play in games immediately. However, the player must be fully healthy and cleared by the team's medical staff before they can be activated.

What happens if a player is placed on the PUP list?

Players who are placed on the PUP list are not eligible to play in any games for the entire season. However, the player can still practice with the team and they will count against the team's salary cap.

What are the benefits of placing a player on the injury reserve list?

There are several benefits to placing a player on the injury reserve list. First, it allows the player to focus on getting healthy without having to worry about playing. Second, it gives the team some flexibility in managing their roster. Third, it can help the team avoid having to cut a player who is injured.