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The Patriots are expected to sign Elliott on Monday to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Elliott was released by the Cowboys on March 15 and has been entertaining offers since, but it looks like the veteran running back has finally found a new home. The 28-year-old is coming off the least productive season of his career from a yardage standpoint and found himself as a secondary option behind Tony Pollard to end 2022, but he did record 12 rushing touchdowns, marking the fourth time he's reached double digits in his seven-year career. In New England, Elliott will presumably still be a backup, as Rhamondre Stevenson has established himself as the team's No. 1, but he'll have a chance to carve out a complementary gig ahead of players like Ty Montgomery (leg), Pierre Strong (undisclosed) and Kevin Harris.

Nwangwu (undisclosed) did not practice Monday, Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Nwangwu also sat out the team's preseason loss to the Seahawks on Thursday and dealt with an undisclosed injury earlier in camp, although it's not clear if the two are related. The Iowa State product is believed to still be in competition with Ty Chandler for the backup role to Alexander Mattison. However, if Nwangwu continues to miss time, he may fall short in that battle, at least to start the season.

Ward (knee) was a non-participant at Monday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official website reports.

Ward injured his knee in Saturday's preseason opener against the Bears. He tallied eight yards on two carries prior to exiting the exhibition. The 25-year-old landed on the Titans' practice squad midway through the 2022 campaign and ultimately suited up for three games. He is competing for a depth role at running back behind Derrick Henry and Tyjae Spears this season.

Strong (undisclosed) didn't practice Monday, Mark Daniels of MassLive reports.

With Strong and Ty Montgomery (leg) both unavailable Monday, more reps were left over for Kevin Harris, J.J. Taylor and CJ Marable behind Rhamondre Stevenson. Strong will look to make a prompt return, as he's looking to secure the primary backup role in his second NFL season. The 2022 fourth-round pick started Thursday's preseason opener against Houston and turned nine touches into 33 scrimmage yards.

Haskins (undisclosed) did not practice Monday, John Glennon of SI.com reports.

Haskins is working to earn the backup role to Derrick Henry for the 2023 campaign, although it's expected he'll ultimately be No. 3, seated behind third-round rookie Tyjae Spears. It's not clear what kind of injury Haskins is dealing with or how long he may be absent. The team did sign Jacques Patrick to a contract Monday, which could mean they expect Haskins to miss more than a day or two. Haskins now will focus on getting healthy and returning to the mix of the Titans' backfield competition.

Patrick signed a two-year contract with the Titans on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Patrick has found a new opportunity after being waived by the Broncos in May. The Florida State product last saw NFL game action in 2021 with the 49ers and has since also had stops in Cincinnati and with the XFL's San Antonio Brahmas. He'll now work to make the most of his chance with Tennessee.

Dobbins (undisclosed) is participating in practice Monday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.

Dobbins has been activated from the active/PUP list and is participating in his first practice session of training camp, meaning he could be available for next Monday's preseason game against the Commanders. The 24-year-old missed Baltimore's preseason opener, in addition to the first 14 practices of training camp, but he still has just under a month to get up to full speed before Sept. 10's regular-season opener against the Texans. Dobbins has been in attendance at team meetings, but on-field reps will be extremely valuable for the expected leader of a backfield that also houses Gus Edwards, Justice Hill, Melvin Gordon and Keaton Mitchell.

Sanders (groin) is not participating in Monday's practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Sanders, who suffered a groin injury at practice last Wednesday, looks like a strong candidate to miss his second straight preseason contest when Friday's road game against the Giants rolls around. That would make Aug. 25's game against the Lions as his final chance to suit up for exhibition reps prior to Week 1. In the meantime, Chuba Hubbard and Raheem Blackshear will continue to handle valuable first-team reps.

Robinson is expected to play in Friday's preseason matchup against Cincinnati, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Robinson was among a majority of key offensive playmakers for Atlanta who sat out last Friday's preseason opener against the Dolphins, but coach Arthur Smith said the rookie first-round pick will play a handful of snaps Friday. With 4.46 speed, workhorse size and a true three-down skill set as a part of a run-heavy scheme, Robinson is coming off the board early in the first round of most fantasy drafts. Considering the high expectations already set for Robinson, it will be hard for his preseason debut to truly move the needle in one direction or another.

Taylor, who had been away from the team while rehabbing his injured ankle, is back with the Colts on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

That said, the running back remains on the active/PUP list, and Rapoport suggests that Taylor's stance regarding his desire to be traded hasn't changed. With Zack Moss sidelined by an arm injury, Deon Jackson, Evan Hull, Kenyan Drake, Jake Funk and Jason Huntley currently profile as the Colts' top available backfield options.