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Metellus (shoulder) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Metellus was questionable heading into last week's loss to the Seahawks due to a knee injury, but he suited up and handled his typical role. It's encouraging that he's starting the week on the practice field, albeit in a limited fashion, so he has a good chance to play this Sunday versus the Commanders. The 2020 sixth-round pick has accrued 75 tackles (37 solo), six pass breakups and two interceptions through 12 games.

Chandler (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Chandler was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday morning, and he was back on the practice field soon after. The fourth-year running back hasn't played since Week 1. Chandler strictly played on special teams in that game, and he could have a similar role once he's activated from injured reserve. His first chance will be this Sunday versus the Commanders.

Franks was not listed on Wednesday's injury report, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Franks was forced out of Atlanta's Week 13 loss to the Jets due to a calf injury. He wasn't hampered by the injury in Wednesday's practice, setting him up to play in Week 14 against the Seahawks.

Jackson (knee) didn't participate in Washington's practice Wednesday.

Jackson was back on the sideline despite having returned to practice last week. The 24-year-old was designated to return from injured reserve Nov. 13, but the team has yet to officially activate him. Once healthy, Jackson should serve as one of the team's top reserve defensive ends.

Brooks (ankle) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Brooks was injured in Week 12 and missed the Week 13 win over the Lions, but his limited participation provides him a decent chance to return in Sunday's matchup versus the Bears. His return to the lineup will be vital against the Bears' second-ranked run offense, especially with DT Devonte Wyatt (ankle) done for the season. Brooks has recorded 17 tackles (four solo) through 11 games.

Robinson (concussion) was estimated to have logged a full practice at Wednesday's walkthrough.

Robinson missed Chicago's Week 13 win over the Eagles due to a concussion. His return to practice is a good sign, though it's unclear if he has cleared the league's concussion protocol yet -- the final step before he's cleared to return for a Week 14 showdown with the Packers.

Luvu (shoulder) didn't participate in Washington's practice Wednesday.

Luvu managed to play through his shoulder injury in the Week 13 loss to the Broncos, so his absence from practice is likely precautionary. The 29-year-old has totaled 62 tackles (29 solo), including 3.0 sacks, across 12 outings and will look to add to his totals in Sunday's game versus Minnesota.

Van Ness (foot) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice.

Van Ness missed last week's win over the Lions and was spotted in a walking boot Monday, signaling that he may not be that close to returning to action. It would be a positive signal if he could return to the practice field in a limited fashion this week. If he's unable to play again, Kingsley Enagbare should handle extra reps in this Sunday's divisional clash versus the Bears.

Wagner (knee) didn't participate in Washington's practice Wednesday.

Wagner popped up on the injury report Wednesday, though it's currently unclear when he hurt his knee. The 35-year-old's availability in practice Thursday and Friday will provide more clarity toward his status for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Stevenson (hip) was a DNP at Wednesday's walkthrough.

Stevenson suffered a hip injury in Chicago's Week 12 win and hasn't practiced since. He'll likely need to participate in some capacity Thursday to have a chance to play in Week 14 against the Packers.