NFL Notes: Broncos, Chargers, Packers, Redskins & Saints

Broncos

• LB Danny Trevathan made his first appearance at practice Wednesday since fracturing his tibia, stretching and working with the team’s strength and conditioning coaches. (Jeff Legwold)

Chargers

• TE Antonio Gates, DE Dwight Freeney and CB Brandon Flowers did not participate during the early portion of practice Wednesday. (Eric Williams)

Packers

• Coach Mike McCarthy says he is “absolutely” more optimistic about OT Bryan Bulaga playing this week versus last. (Jason Wilde)

Redskins

• Coach Jay Gruden is hoping that TE Jordan Reed can participate in individual drills Thursday, though his status is still undetermined for Sunday. (Mike Jones)

Saints

• Coach Sean Payton said RB Mark Ingram is “week to week” after having two screws inserted above his thumb. (Ramon Antonio Vargas)