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Beasley (ribs) is active for Sunday's game in Jacksonville, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.

Beasley only managed one practice -- albeit a limited one -- this week while he contended with the rib injury, but the lack of reps won't prevent him from suiting up Sunday. The slot man is coming off one of his more productive outings of the season in the Bills' win over the Dolphins last weekend, when he produced 10 receptions for 110 yards on 13 targets. The continued absence of top tight end Dawson Knox (hand) could translate to steady involvement in the passing game for Beasley, though because the 32-year-old is nursing an injury of his own, it wouldn't be surprising if the coaching staff scaled back his reps in the second half if the heavily favored Bills are sitting on a big lead.

Bateman (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Bateman missed the first five games of the season with a groin injury, but he has combined for seven catches on 12 targets for 109 yards over his first two games as a pro. Though he didn't practice Friday, coach John Harbaugh indicated afterward that the 2021 first-rounder's latest groin issue was nothing serious and now he'll give it a go Sunday. With Sammy Watkins (thigh) still out, Bateman, Marquise Brown and Devin Duvernay are in line to head the Ravens' Week 9 WR corps, with James Proche, Miles Boykin and Tylan Wallace also on hand.

Lamb (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Lamb sandwiched limited practices around an absence Thursday as he dealt with an ankle injury during Week 9 prep, but the issue won't keep him off the field on game day. Fellow wide receiver Amari Cooper (hamstring) also had practice limitations this week but will be available to Dak Prescott (calf) as the quarterback makes his return after missing one game. In seven appearances this season, Lamb has three 100-yard efforts and a robust 39-609-4 receiving line on 57 targets overall.

Cooper (hamstring) is listed as active Sunday against the Broncos, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Since injuring his hamstring Week 4 against the Panthers, Cooper has had some limitations on his practice reps and even spent time on the sideline during games, but he hasn't missed any contests. During that four-game stretch -- including Week 4 -- he reeled off 19 catches (on 30 targets) for 306 yards and three touchdowns, and he now welcomes back Dak Prescott after the quarterback sat out Week 8 due to a calf issue. Prescott will have both Cooper and CeeDee Lamb (ankle) at his disposal after both wide receivers had restrictions in practice this week.

Cooper (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos, is on track to play, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Cooper and CeeDee Lamb (ankle) both entered the weekend with designations after practicing on a limited basis Friday, but both wideouts were apparently able to do enough at the team's Saturday walk-through session to leave Dallas optimistic that its top two pass catchers will be ready to go. Fantasy managers will still want to confirm Cooper avoids the Cowboys' inactive list, which will be released 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m ET kickoff. Assuming he suits up, Cooper isn't expected to face any limitations with his snap count.

Lamb (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos, is on track to play, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Lamb and Amari Cooper (hamstring) both entered the weekend with designations after practicing on a limited basis Friday, but both wideouts were apparently able to do enough at the team's Saturday walk-through session to leave Dallas optimistic that its top two pass catchers will be ready to go. Fantasy managers will still want to confirm Lamb avoids the Cowboys' inactive list, which will be released 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m ET kickoff. Assuming he suits up, Lamb isn't expected to face any limitations with his snap count.

Peoples-Jones (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, is expected fill the starting spot previously held by Odell Beckham, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

With Beckham headed for waivers, Peoples-Jones has an opportunity to see an expanded role in the coming weeks, assuming he's past the groin issue he suffered during pre-game warmups in Week 7. Fortunately for those considering him in Week 9 lineups, his status will be confirmed before the first wave of games Sunday, with the Browns kicking off at 1:00 ET.

Brown (knee), who missed practice Friday, is expected to play Sunday night against the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Per Rapoport, Brown "should be fine" to play in the contest and if he does, he'll be rejoined by Julio Jones, who does not carry a Week 9 injury designation. Either way, those considering Brown in fantasy lineups this week are advised to verify his status in advance of Sunday's 8:20 ET kickoff. Fellow wideouts Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Marcus Johnson and Chester Rogers are options for those looking to secure an emergency plug-in, as are receivers from the Rams and the Monday night teams (Bears, Steelers).

Woods (foot), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Woods didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday but returned to practice Friday, though he didn't take part in full drills.

Bateman (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Bateman was unable to practice Friday due to a groin issue, though coach John Harbaugh said the injury isn't serious. The rookie first-round pick missed the first five games of the season with a groin injury, and it's unclear if he's managing an aggravation of that issue of if he's dealing with an entirely new injury altogether.