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Brooks (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Brooks moved one step closer to gaining clearance from concussion protocol by his upgrade in participation Thursday. Assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks, the reserve running back should be set to suit up behind Chase Brown and Samaje Perine for Sunday's road contest with the Bills.

Schwesinger (ankle) was limited at Thursday's practice.

Schwesinger was limited for a second consecutive practice, presumably with the same ankle injury that the rookie linebacker dealt with last week. He's been limited during practices with ankle or shoulder injuries the last month, but Schwesinger logged double-digit tackles in four straight contests. That four-game stretch was influential in him being named the Defensive Rookie of the Month for November, per Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site.

Reed (foot/shoulder) was limited at Thursday's practice.

Reed is nearly two weeks into his 21-day practice window in which to be activated from injured reserve, but he's yet to log a full practice, which may be the final step he needs to take in order for the Packers to not only give him a game-day designation but also activate him. Friday's injury report will reveal if he has a chance for his first game action since Week 2, when he suffered a a broken collarbone that required surgeries for that and the Jones fracture that bothered him throughout training camp and the preseason.

Pierre (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Pierre remains in the league's concussion protocol, but his upgrade to a full practice Thursday is another step in the right direction toward eventually being cleared. The cornerback exited last Sunday's loss to the Bills due to the injury, with newly signed Asante Samuel replacing him. The starting outside cornerback might find himself opposite Samuel for Sunday's matchup with the Ravens if Joey Porter (elbow) is unable to suit up.

Golden (wrist) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Golden is one of three Packers wide receivers that have been limited so far this week, with Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) and Jayden Reed (foot/shoulder) being the others, while Savion Williams (foot) has been a non-participant. Golden has missed three of the last four games due to shoulder and wrist injuries, but Friday's practice report may provide insight into his odds to return to action Sunday against the Bears.

Marks (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday.

After logging a 'DNP' in Wednesday's session, Marks was able to return to a limited practice a day later, which has him trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Chiefs approaches. Friday's injury report will clarify whether the running back carries an injury designation into the weekend, but it's worth noting that coach DeMeco Ryans indicated Wednesday that Marks was among Houston's initial DNPs who should be fine for Week 14 action, per Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle.

Epenesa (foot) did not practice Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Epenesa was a new addition to Thursday's injury report with a foot injury he likely suffered during Wednesday's session. With the potential absence of Joey Bosa (hamstring) looming as well, Epenesa's absence would pose a significant depth issue at defensive end for the Bills. If neither player can suit up Sunday, Javon Solomon will be the lone option opposite Greg Rousseau on the edge. With such a depleted room, practice squad members Shaq Lawson, Andre Jones, and Morgan Fox are candidates for Week 14 elevation.

Godwin (fibula) practiced fully Thursday.

Godwin followed up Wednesday's limited walkthrough with no practice restrictions one day later, thereby clearing him for Sunday's contest against the Saints. The same can be said for QB Baker Mayfield (left shoulder) and RB Bucky Irving (shoulder), while Mike Evans (collarbone) and Jalen McMillan (neck) remained limited after the Buccaneers designated both for return from IR this week. There's a chance that one or both of Evans and McMillan are able to suit up this weekend, but if neither of them are activated, Godwin would continue to operate as one of Mayfield's top targets along with rookie WR Emeka Egbuka and TE Cade Otton, among others.

Cunningham was elevated to the active roster for Thursday night's game against the Cowboys.

Cunningham draws his first practice-squad elevation of the 2025 season for Thursday Night Football. With Kalif Raymond (ankle) out and Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) questionable, the wide receiver was likely elevated to fill a depth need. The Lions' wide receiver corps for TNF will consist of Jameson Williams, Isaac TeSlaa, Tom Kennedy, Dominic Lovett, Cunningham, and potentially, St. Brown.

Higgins (concussion) logged a full practice Thursday.

Higgins, who was inactive in Week 13, was limited Wednesday, but the wideout's full listing a day later is indicative of him making progress through the NFL's concussion protocol. Friday's injury report will reveal whether Higgins carries a designation for Sunday's game against the Bills or is fully cleared to return to the lineup this weekend.