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Brown (hamstring) isn't practicing Thursday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Brown is now at the four-week mark since he last practiced, though he's been doing work on a side field since at least Aug. 7, including some running and conditioning work during Wednesday's practice, per Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com. The Ravens seemingly expect Brown to make it back for their MNF season opener in Las Vegas, whereas rookie first-round pick Rashod Bateman (core muscle) figures to miss at least one or two games at the beginning of the year. In addition to Brown and Bateman, the Ravens have been practicing without fellow wideouts Sammy Watkins (undisclosed) and Miles Boykin (hamstring).

Eskridge has been healthy and productive at practice this week, according to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times.

Condotta Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times that the rookie second-round pick prefers to be called "Dee" rather than "D'Wayne", though the Seahawks still have him listed under the latter name on their official website. He's making a late push for the No. 3 receiver role in Seattle, perhaps able to overcome a three-week stint on the PUP list given that Freddie Swain is his main competition. The Seahawks under Pete Carroll have sometimes used a rotation for that No. 3 role, but the decision to use a second-round pick on Eskridge suggests he's expected to win the spot full-time sooner than later. The rookie could make his first appearance in a Seahawks uniform during Saturday night's exhibition matchup with the Chargers.

Agholor (undisclosed) left Wednesday's practice early, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

The report notes that with temperatures approaching 90 degrees Wednesday, it's possible Agholor's departure (as well as that of OT Isaiah Wynn ) was heat-related. Thursday's practice should provided added context regarding Agholor's status as the Patriots approach Sunday's preseason finale against the Giants.

Watkins (foot) reached an injury settlement with the 49ers on Wednesday and was waived off injured reserve, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Watkins was placed on injured reserve with a broken foot last week, and he'll now head to free agency due to the injury settlement. His initial recovery timeline was 6-to-8 weeks, so he likely won't be fully healthy until at least early October.

Foster (undisclosed) cleared waivers and reverted to Miami's injured reserve Wednesday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

Foster was waived with an injury designation Tuesday and will shift to injured reserve after passing through waivers unclaimed. He'll miss the 2021 campaign, barring an injury settlement.

Moore was absent from Wednesday's practice for an undisclosed reason, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

It is unclear what issue Moore is dealing with. He is currently buried on the Chargers' depth chart, so a return sooner rather than later will be advantageous for his chances at earning a depth receiver role.

Guyton (leg) remains sidelined for Wednesday's practice, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

The Chargers haven't released any information at this point as to the severity of the leg injury that forced Guyton off the practice field Tuesday, but his exclusion from Wednesday's practice indicates a night's rest wasn't enough to get him back on the field. Look for a proper timetable to form once the coaching staff speaks on the issue.

Williams (hip) took part in practice Wednesday, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

Williams had been dealing with a hip flexor, but his return to the field puts him in position to potentially suit up for the Chargers' preseason finale Saturday against the Seahawks. When available, Williams is entrenched as a starting wide receiver for the team along with Keenan Allen.

Chase has been putting in extra work in the aftermath of Friday's preseason game against Washington, when he dropped three catchable balls, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

Chase went in and worked with receivers coach Troy Walters on Saturday's off-day, and then turned in a big practice on Monday. With Joe Burrow playing in this weekend's preseason finale versus the Dolphins, Chase should get extra work in that game as well.

Schwartz (hamstring) will take part in Wednesday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Schwartz has been in and out of practice since late July due to a hamstring injury. The rookie third-round pick will have one more chance to make his preseason debut during Sunday's exhibition finale against the Falcons. Multiple offensive starters are expected to sit Sunday, so Schwartz could have a solid amount of opportunities if he's able to suit up.