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Thompson posted on social media this week that he was diagnosed with a genetic mutation on his spinal cord in early May and indicated that he was told he will "never play football again," Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

It's an awful situation for Thompson, who had been set for a chance to play in the NFL after being selected by the Falcons in the sixth round of April's draft. Atlanta has not said much about Thompson, who currently resides on the team's reserve/non-football injury list.

O'Toole (hamstring) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Gregg Bell of Sports Radio 93.3 KJR Seattle reports.

O'Toole was held out of Week 7 against the Chiefs due to a hamstring injury, but his ability to practice in full Friday indicates that he'll be available against the Bears on Monday. He has three tackles (one solo) and one fumble recovery across four regular-season games while contributing mostly on special teams.

Surratt (calf) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Gregg Bell of Sports Radio 93.3 KJR Seattle reports.

Surratt has missed the Seahawks' last four games while nursing a calf injury, but his ability to practice in full Friday indicates that he'll return for Monday's game against the Bears. The sixth-year pro mostly played on special teams prior to his injury.

Awosika (lower leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's tilt against the Rams, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Awosika suffered an injury to his fibula in Week 2 and hasn't been able to suit up since. He remained unable to practice during Week 8 prep, so it's not clear when he'll be able to return to game action. Rookie Logan Taylor may make a third straight start Sunday in Awosika's stead.

Leonard (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Leonard is in the league's concussion protocol, though it's not clear when he sustained the injury given that the Chargers were on a bye for Week 7. His absence means the Chargers will have less depth both on special teams and the secondary. His next chance to play is Week 9 against Houston on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Brown (knee) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Brown was unable play against the Bears in Week 7 due to a knee injury. He faded an injury tag for Sunday's game after logging a full practice Friday, and he should reclaim his starting spot at right guard.

Taylor (quadriceps) is questionable for Sunday's contest against New England, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

Taylor suffered a quad injury Week 4 versus Minnesota and hasn't played since. He began this week with a pair of limited practices, but an upgrade to full participation Friday has increased his chances of returning to game action against the Patriots. With that in mind, Taylor played exclusively on special teams in the three games he's suited up for this season, so a potential return wouldn't necessarily guarantee him snaps on defense.

Carter (abdomen) does not have a game designation for Philadelphia's Week 8 matchup against the Commanders on Sunday.

Carter missed the Eagles' past two contests after suffering an injury to his abdomen in Week 5. The veteran safety was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday this week, but a full session Friday has cleared the way for him to return to action Sunday. Carter's return will give Philadelphia depth behind top safeties Andrew Mukuba and Marcus Epps.

Townsend (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Townsend injured his knee during the second half of the Titans' 27-24 Week 7 loss to the Browns. The injury prevented him from practicing all week, so the Titans will likely elevate Thomas Morstead from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's contest. Since Tennessee is on a bye for Week 9, Townsend's next chance to play is Week 10 against Jacksonville on Sunday, Nov. 15.

Rakestraw (ankle) does not have a game designation for Sunday's Week 8 tilt versus the Vikings.

Rakestraw suffered an ankle injury late in this past Sunday's win over Green Bay. He was held to limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday but was able to upgrade to full participation Friday. As such, Rakestraw is good to go for Sunday's big battle against Minnesota.