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Al-Shaair cleared the league's concussion protocol and returned to Sunday's game against the Colts, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Al-Shaair did not miss much before returning to his role as the Texans' middle linebacker and defensive signal caller. Christian Harris will take a backseat to the captain and will likely not have many more defensive snaps.

Jones finished with six tackles (one solo), a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in Thursday's 32-14 loss to the Bengals.

The defensive tackle stripped the ball and fell on it himself as the Ravens tried to keep themselves alive for a late comeback. Jones also played on more half of the defensive snaps for the 10th time in his 11 games this season. He has 33 tackles (15 solo), including 1.5 sacks, and two pass breakups on the year.

Starks made six tackles (one solo) in Thursday's 32-14 loss to the Bengals.

The safety has now made at least four stops in every game but two this season. He has also played on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps in all 12 contests. For the year, Starks has 65 tackles (34 solo) and two interceptions.

Al-Shaair is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts.

Al-Shaair is being evaluated by medical staff after going down on a tackle in the fourth quarter. Before leaving, the middle linebacker logged eight tackles (four solo). If the captain is unable to return, Christian Harris will likely take over the middle linebacker position, with play-calling duties for the Texans' defense going to Henry To'oTo'o.

Buchanan finished with seven tackles (five solo) in Thursday's 32-14 loss to the Bengals.

The rookie fourth-round pick also played on at least 58 percent of the defensive snaps for the 11th time in 12 games this season. Buchanan now has 87 tackles (48 solo) on the year, to go along with a pass breakup and a forced fumble.

Juszczyk (ribs) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Browns, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Juszczyk exited in the fourth quarter with a rib injury. The fullback is a key part of the 49ers' rushing attack, and if he is unable to return, the role will likely be filled by a blocking tight end such as Luke Farrell or Jake Tonges

Sampson (calf) won't return to Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Sampson carried four times for 23 yards prior to his departure from the contest. In his absence, Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders are available to handle backfield touches that don't go to starting RB Quinshon Judkins.

Bartch (foot) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Browns, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Bartch sustained a foot injury in the second half of Sunday's game, which is severe enough for him to not return. Spencer Burford will take over at left guard the rest of the way.

Samuel is active for Sunday's game against the Bills one day after being elevated from the practice squad, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

The cornerback had to recover from back surgery before signing with Pittsburgh on Nov. 11. Now, with Darius Slay (coach's decision) inactive, Samuel should see action in his first game with his new team.

Moore (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Broncos.

Moore was added to the injury report Sunday afternoon with an illness, and his ability to play likely hinges on his immune system. The wide receiver caught two of five targets for 28 yards in the Week 11 loss to the Dolphins. If the wide receiver can play, he will likely see a reduction in offensive snaps compared to Week 11 due to the return of fellow wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Treylon Burks.