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Williams (thigh) missed Thursday's practice.

Williams didn't suit up Week 8 due to a thigh issue, and even with the benefit of a bye he hasn't mixed into drills with just one session remaining during Week 10 prep. On a semi-positive note, he was seen running on a side field Wednesday, so the Lions may be exercising caution with the fifth-year pro. Friday's practice and ensuing injury report could be telling for Williams' ability to suit up Sunday in Pittsburgh. Behind top running back D'Andre Swift, the Lions have rookie Jermar Jefferson and Godwin Igwebuike at the position.

Robinson (heel) returned to a limited practice Thursday.

After sitting out practice Wednesday, Robinson, who is dealing with a bruised right heel, was able to log a limited session Thursday, which bodes well for his availability this weekend against the Colts. A previous report from Michael DiRocco of ESPN relayed that coach Urban Meyer expressed optimism about the running back's Week 10 status, though Friday's final injury report of the week will ultimately reveal whether Robinson approaches Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff with an official injury designation.

Elliott (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Though Elliott's reps were capped for the second day in a row while he tends to a bruised right knee, the Cowboys haven't suggested that his availability for Sunday's game against the Falcons is in any question. Even so, Elliott may need to upgrade to full participation Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Kamara (knee) didn't participate in Thursday's practice.

With consecutive absences from practice to begin Week 10 prep while he manages a sprained knee, Kamara's status will bear watching heading into the Saints' final workout of the week Friday. Though Kamara's knee injury has been characterized as mild, the Saints may want to see him take part in practice on at least a limited basis to feel good about his chances of playing Sunday against the Titans. Mark Ingram would likely step into a lead role for the Saints in the event Kamara is sidelined for his first game of the season.

Mitchell (ribs) will be a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Last week, Mitchell logged two limited sessions in three chances as a result of a rib injury, so he seemingly is in better health this time around. He proceeded to earn his typical snap share (66 percent) en route to 13 touches for 79 yards from scrimmage this past Sunday against the Cardinals. Reserve running back JaMycal Hasty handled the remaining 34 percent, turning four touches into 13 total yards, but he isn't slated to practice Thursday due to an ankle issue. The situation could open the door for Jeff Wilson to make his season debut, but as long as Mitchell is available he's the No. 1 running back in San Francisco.

Moss (concussion) was listed as a limited practice participant Thursday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

Per Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic, Moss is still in the NFL's concussion protocol and practiced in a non-contact jersey Thursday. That's a step in the right direction for the running back, but there are still hurdles for him to clear in order to be available for Sunday's game against the Jets. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether or not Moss heads into the weekend with an official Week 10 injury designation.

Harris was limited at Thursday's practice due to a foot injury, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, this marks Harris' first appearance on the team's injury report this season and given that he worked fully Wednesday, it's possible the running back's foot issue is a product of Thursday's session. In any case, Harris' status is now worth monitoring as Sunday's game against the Lions approaches. Through eight games, the 2021 first-rounder has racked up 150 carries. In that span, no other Pittsburgh back has logged more than 10 carries.

Ward (concussion) participated in work off to the side during Thursday's practice session, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Ward was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, so it's encouraging to see him partake in some light activities as he deals with a concussion. However, Eno Benjamin should see increased work Sunday against the Panthers if Ward is unable to suit up.

Gibson (shin) was limited at practice Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Washington continues to manage the stress fracture in Gibson's shin, which contained him to between 31 and 56 percent of the offensive snaps in the five contests before the team's Week 9 bye. He still was productive during that span, averaging 15.4 touches for 60.2 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring three touchdowns. Though he's been limited for the team's first two practices of Week 10, Gibson told Peter Hailey of NBC Sports Washington on Wednesday that he's feeling better physically coming out of the bye week. Even so, Gibson's injury is unlikely to fully heal until after the season, meaning that he could continue to cede work to No. 2 back J.D. McKissic, who notched 10 touches for 65 total yards per game and had one score in the same five-game period prior to the bye.

Stevenson (concussion) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.

Lead back Damien Harris was sidelined as well, as both he and Stevenson work their way through the NFL's concussion protocol. What Stevenson is able to do at Friday's practice will be key with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Browns. For the time being Brandon Bolden and J.J. Taylor are the Patriots' top healthy backfield options.