Will Fuller V has been suspended six games for a violation of the NFL's policy on performance enhancing substances.

Fuller said the violation was a result of his taking prescribed medication not permitted under the policy.

"Earlier this year, I sought treatment from a medical professional who prescribed medication that he believed to be permitted under the NFL's drug policy," Fuller wrote on Instagram. "As it turns out, my trust in this professional was misplaced because this medication was NOT a permitted substance under the NFL Policy on Performance Enhancing Substances.

"As a result of this mistake, I have been suspended for six games for taking this prohibited medication. I want to sincerely apologize to the Texans organization and all of my fans for this mistake. I am looking forward to putting this all behind me and returning better than ever in 2021."

Christian McCaffrey is likely to miss several weeks with a shoulder injury.

McCaffrey returned for Week 9, rushing 18 times for 69 yards and one touchdown to go with 10 receptions and 82 receiving yards and another touchdown.

McCaffrey has been limited to just three games this season.

Christian McCaffrey likely won't play in Week 10 for the Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a shoulder injury.

McCaffrey had tests on Monday and is seeking another opinion Wednesday, making his future status week-to-week.

McCaffrey didn't miss a game during his first three NFL seasons.

Christian McCaffrey is trending towards returning from injured reserve for Week 9 against the Kansas City Chiefs.

"If we played right now, I feel he'd be able to play," Matt Rhule said.

McCaffrey suffered a high ankle sprain during the Carolina Panthers' Week 2 loss and hasn't played since.

"Christian looked good today,'' Rhule said. "He looked fresh and fast. He recovered well from yesterday.''

McCaffrey returned to practice last week and was given a designation to return, but wasn't taken off IR.

George Kittle has suffered a broken bone in his foot and will be out a minimum of eight weeks, which will likely effectively end his 2020 season.

Kittle signed a five-year, $75 million extension with the San Francisco 49ers in August.

Kittle had 37 catches for 474 yards and two touchdowns in six games this season.