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Scott (ribs) didn't practice Wednesday.

Scott played a season-low seven snaps during the team's Week 3 win over Washington, and he presumably picked up a rib injury as well. The extent of the issue remains unclear, but his potential absence wouldn't make too much of an impact, as Kenneth Gainwell has solidified himself as the top backup behind Miles Sanders.

Dobbins is listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice with a chest injury, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

The fact that Dobbins is on the Ravens' Week 4 injury report with a chest issue rather than anything related to his knee is a welcome sign after he complete his rehab from an ACL tear in the summer before he was cleared to make his season debut in the Week 3 win over New England. The Patriots limited Dobbins to 23 yards on seven carries and 17 yards on two catches (43 percent snap share), while Justice Hill took six carries for 60 yards on 48 percent of snaps. Assuming the chest injury isn't serious, Dobbins should get at least a few more snaps and touches than last week when the Ravens host the Bills on Sunday.

Sanders was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury.

Sanders has tended to various injuries in three-plus seasons in the NFL, but a hip issue hasn't been one of them. Still, he managed some reps to begin prep for a Week 4 matchup with the Jaguars, and he'll have two more opportunities to get back to full activity before the Eagles potentially hand him a designation for that contest. On the season, Sanders has easily paced the Eagles backfield, earning 51 touches to Kenneth Gainwell's 13 and Boston Scott's (rib) 11 through three games.

Dillon was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Dillon is appearing on the injury report for the first time this season, but on a positive note, he was able to handle some drills to kick off Week 4 prep. His activity level nonetheless should be monitored closely this week to get a sense of if he's in danger of being limited or even out Sunday against the Patriots. In such a scenario, Aaron Jones would handle the bulk of the backfield reps for the Packers.

Mixon (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Thursday's game against Miami.

The Bengals listed Mixon as a full practice participant Wednesday and Thursday, confirming his ankle injury is minor. He'll start and will likely dominate carries again, but the Bengals haven't been able to run the ball effectively this season, with Mixon averaging just 2.8 yards per carry. The expected volume he'll get makes Mixon a must-start player in most leagues, even as the Bengals offense has thus far struggled to find its footing through three weeks.

Taylor didn't practice Wednesday due to a toe injury, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Pelissero notes that Taylor's absence is likely precautionary after the running back came out of the Colts' Week 3 win over the Chiefs with some soreness in his toe. As for Taylor's status for this Sunday's game against the Titans, Pelissero's source suggests that the Colts' franchise back will be "ready to roll." So long as Taylor upgrades to full participation in practice Friday, he'll likely enter the weekend without a designation.

Montgomery (ankle/knee) didn't take part in practice Wednesday.

Montgomery exited this past Sunday's win against the Texans in the first half, leaving him with a paltry three carries for 11 yards and no targets. Afterward, head coach Matt Eberflus termed Montgomery "day-to-day," and he provided that same label for the running back's status Wednesday, according to Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic. Montgomery will have two more practice sessions to make an appearance this week before the Bears potentially give him a designation for Sunday's contest at the Giants. If Montgomery is limited or sidelined this weekend, Khalil Herbert again will get work in the Chicago backfield, which amounted to 22 touches for 169 yards from scrimmage and two rushing scores in Week 3 in place of Montgomery.

Conner practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday due to a knee injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Conner emerged from Week 2 with an ankle issue but was able to suit up this past Sunday against the Rams, playing 50 of 83 offensive snaps (60 percent) on his way to 16 touches for 57 yards from scrimmage. He's now tending to a new injury, though he at least mixed into some drills to kick off Week 4 prep. In any case, Conner's status should be monitored in the coming days to get a sense of his availability for Sunday's game at Carolina.

McCaffrey didn't practice Wednesday due to a thigh issue, though his injury isn't believed to be serious, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

McCaffrey usually rests on Wednesdays anyway, but this week he actually has an injury, albeit a minor one. Head coach Matt Rhule suggested McCaffrey could return to practice as soon as Thursday, which would likely erase most of the concern about his ability to play in Sunday's game against the Cardinals. If the injury were to threaten McCaffrey's availability, the Panthers would turn to Chuba Hubbard and D'Onta Foreman in the backfield.

Cook (shoulder) won't practice Wednesday and is still considered day-to-day, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Both Cook and head coach Kevin Stefanski referred to the running back as day-to-day before Wednesday's practice, with Cook noting the Vikings would "figure it out" come Sunday. It's not the first time he's dealt with a subluxation of his left shoulder, and while the injury cost him a game last season, the Vikings hope Cook can face the Saints in London this Sunday while wearing a harness. If not, Alexander Mattison will take over the starting job and most of the backfield work.