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Head coach John Harbaugh said Saturday that Major is dealing with a concussion, Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports.

It's unclear when Major suffered the concussion, but he will not be allowed to participate in preseason games until he clears the league's five-step protocol. The undrafted rookie out of Minnesota is battling for a depth spot on the Ravens' 53-man roster, and his absence from practices and preseason games will hurt his chances, especially with Derrick Henry and Justice Hill both expected to miss preseason play. To bolster their backfield depth, the Ravens signed D'Ernest Johnson to a contract on Saturday.

Cook didn't practice Sunday and said that the reason was "business" when asked after the session, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Cook is seeking a contract extension, but he reported for training camp and had previously been participating in practice. The star running back worked out on an exercise bike Sunday but didn't take part in team drills, per Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo. Cook's explanation for his lack of participation may suggest that he's planning to "hold in," meaning he could show up to practice but not actually take part while he remains without an extension. When Cook was asked Sunday if he'd return to practice Monday, his one-word answer was again "business."

The Ravens signed Johnson on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Johnson has six years of NFL experience on his resume, with his best campaign coming in 2021, when he logged 534 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 100 carries during the regular season with Cleveland. He provided depth at RB for the Jaguars last year, recording 143 yards on 32 carries and 96 receiving yards on 12 catches over 14 contests. Johnson also has experience as a kick returner, which can only help his chances of making Baltimore's final roster. Johnson's signing was precipitated by the absence of Marcus Major, who is dealing with a concussion.

Charbonnet is pushing for a timeshare in the backfield with Kenneth Walker in 2025, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

While Charbonnet doesn't match Walker's explosiveness or big-play ability, the former showed he can handle the starting duties when called upon. When Walker missed six games last season, Charbonnet tallied 91 carries for 433 yards (4.8 YPC) and six touchdowns while adding 19 receptions (on 23 targets) for 169 yards. The coaches have been cautious with Walker during training camp to keep him healthy, and using Charbonnet more regularly during the season could help keep Walker upright. The Seahawks' scheme may focus more on the run this year, too, meaning there could be enough carries to make both players fantasy viable. Charbonnet should be considered one of the league's top No. 2 backs regardless. Head coach Mike Macdonald said that the starters won't play in Thursday's preseason game versus the Raiders, and it remains to be seen if that will extend to Charbonnet.

Walker did not suffer an aggravation of his ankle injury and was getting a rest day Saturday, Corbin K. Smith of SI.com reports.

Walker didn't participate in practice Friday or Saturday, but coach Mike Macdonald said that he was just getting some extra rest for a lingering foot injury. The Seahawks have been cautious handling the issue throughout the offseason, but Walker didn't land on the PUP or non-football injury list to begin camp, and the start of his season doesn't appear to be in jeopardy for him.

Walker (undisclosed) did not practice Saturday, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

There wasn't much information available regarding the reason for Walker's absence, but he's now missed practice for consecutive days. It is worth noting that Walker entered camp with an ankle injury, though it's unclear if this is an aggravation of the same issue.

Harris (eye) was in a helmet and a weighted vest while walking around the practice field Saturday,Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Harris has been spotted on the field in just shorts and a t-shirt prior to Saturday as he recovers from an eye injury. His unconventional participation Saturday doesn't signal that he's particularly close to a return from the active/non-football injury list, but it still marks progress in his recovery.

Allen (knee) participated in the Jets' annual Green & White practice Saturday, Eric Allen and Susanna Weir of the team's official site report.

Allen missed a couple practices earlier this week due to knee soreness, but he's now participated each of the past two days. Saturday's session is particularly noteworthy, as the report describes it as a "'pseudo-scrimmage' with plenty of live game situations." Allen took on "a significant workload" during the practice, so the knee issue appears to be behind him.

Baker suffered a knee injury during Saturday's training camp practice, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Baker went down with the injury during 1-on-1 route running drills, but he was seen on the sidelines with a trainer and appears to have avoided a serious injury. The undrafted running back is competing for a backfield depth spot on the Giants' 53-man roster and stood to see an uptick in snaps in team drills due to Cam Skattebo (hamstring) being sidelined. If Baker can return to practice, he would likely split backup reps with Dante Miller while Skattebo and Eric Gray (undisclosed) are out of action.

Guerendo had an early departure from practice Saturday due to an apparent shoulder injury, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

The possible injury occurred during special-teams drills. It's not yet clear how severe the issue may be, though that should become more evident once 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan chimes in and/or based on Guerendo's practice status in the days ahead. Guerendo is the favorite to work as San Francisco's No. 2 running back this season and should also see action as a kick returner.