What happened: Alijah Vera-Tucker will miss the game with a hamstring injury and Ben Brown will miss with a knee injury. Carlton Davis III is out with a neck injury, while Karon Prunty and Channing Canada are out with hamstring injuries in reserve corner roles.

Why it matters: Losing both starting guards forces changes across the interior offensive line on a short week. Being down three cornerbacks leaves the secondary thin against outside receivers and limits substitution options late in the game.

What to watch: Watch for replacement starters on the offensive line and in the secondary ahead of Thursday kickoff.