NFL Notes: Andrew Luck, Buccaneers, Cowboys, Panthers, & Rams

Andrew Luck

• After hearing Colts HC Chuck Pagano and backup QB Matt Hasselbeck talk about their plans for Week 5, Zak Keefer believes it’s “pretty clear” Andrew Luck will be their starting quarterback on Thursday.
• Hasselbeck told reporters he’s basically not expecting to play, but will be ready if needed. (Stephen Holder)

Buccaneers

• Greg Auman reports that the Buccaneers have promoted WR Donteea Dye to their active roster.

Cowboys

• ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reports that even with RB Lance Dunbar out for year with a knee injury, the Cowboys won’t panic and add a running back.
• Instead, Dallas feels good about RBs Joseph Randle, Darren McFadden, Christine Michael and practice squad rookie Gus Johnson moving forward.

Panthers

• Rand Getlin reports that Panthers LB Luke Kuechly is “doing much better” and there is optimism he’ll be back on the field against the Seahawks.

Rams

• Rams HC Jeff Fisher told reporters that they’ve yet to determine whether they’ll place LB Alec Ogletree on short-term injured reserve or the season-ending list. (Nick Wagoner)
• Fisher added that Akeem Ayers will be Ogletree’s replacement while he’s out. (Nick Wagoner)