NFL Notes: 49ers, Cowboys, Raiders, Redskins, & Texans

49ers

• OLB Ahmad Brooks told reporters on Wednesday that he didn’t take self out of game, but he was benched after had words with defensive line coach Jim Tomsula. (Cam Inman)
• Brooks has since apologized to Tomsula and the team. (Cam Inman)

Cowboys

• DT Josh Brent is not guaranteed to play Sunday against Giants in Week 12. (Brandon George)

Raiders

• RB Latavius Murray got “more work than normal” in practice this week and could split carries with Darren McFadden this weekend. (Adam Caplan)

Redskins

• Pro Football Talk reports that OT Derek Sherrod tried out for the Redskins on Wednesday.

Texans

• HC Bill O’Brien announced that RB Arian Foster (groin) returned to practice Wednesday and is “day-to-day.” (Drew Dougherty)