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Pineiro (hamstring) was listed as a DNP on Thursday's practice report, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Pineiro continues to be sidelined by a hamstring injury, which caused him to miss the 49ers' Week 12 win against the Panthers. Friday's practice report will provide clarity on his status for Sunday's game against the Browns, but if Pineiro is not cleared to play, then Matt Gay would likely be elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for a second consecutive week.

Graham (groin) doesn't carry an injury designation for Friday's matchup with the Bears.

After failing to participate in Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Graham was able to fully take part Wednesday and dodge injury designation for Friday's contest. The linebacker's presence provides great depth to an already strong Eagles linebacker room heading into the afternoon clash.

Redmond (hip) was estimated as a limited participant on Thursday's practice report, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Redmond wasn't listed on Wednesday's practice report, so it's unclear whether the hip injury is something he sustained during practice or the Vikings' Week 12 loss to the Packers. Regardless, Friday's practice report will shed more light on his chances of playing Sunday against the Seahawks. If Redmond is not cleared to play, then Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins and Levi Drake Rodriguez would be in line for more snaps on the Vikings' defensive line.

Blankenship is clear of an injury designation ahead of Friday's matchup against the Bears.

Blankenship sustained a thigh injury in the Week 12 loss to the Cowboys, but two limited practices earlier in the week, capped off with a full practice Thursday, were enough to stave off an injury designation heading into Friday's game. The starting safety's health will be key to the Eagles' success in Friday afternoon's clash with the Bears.

Okada (oblique) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Okada's return to practice Thursday comes as a bit of a surprise, given that head coach Mike Macdonald relayed Monday that the third-year safety was a candidate for injured reserve due to an oblique injury. Nevertheless, Okada's ability to practice -- albeit in a limited capacity -- is an encouraging sign that the injury is not as severe as once thought. Friday's practice report should shed more light on Okada's chances of playing Sunday against Minnesota.

Nwosu (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Nwosu was held out of Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, but his ability to return for Thursday's session is an encouraging sign. The 2018 second-rounder will have one more opportunity to upgrade his practice participation and avoid an injury tag heading into Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Gipson (shoulder) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Bears.

Gipson suffered a shoulder injury in the Week 12 loss to the Cowboys and was unable to practice during the week in any capacity. In Gipson's absence, Will Shipley should be the team's primary kick returner, and Jahan Dotson and Britain Covey seem the likeliest candidates to serve as the punt returner for Friday's matchup against the Bears.

The Bengals elevated Brightwell from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Thursday night's game against the Ravens.

With Tahj Brooks (concussion) ruled out for Thursday's game, Brightwell will serve as the Bengals' RB3 behind Chase Brown and Samaje Perine. Brightwell played six snaps on special teams during the Bengals' Week 12 loss to the Patriots, when his lone return on a kickoff was returned for 24 yards.

Nelson (ribs) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Nelson has been working through a rib injury during Week 13 prep, but his ability to return to practice Thursday -- albeit in a limited capacity -- is a sign that the 2019 fourth-rounder is trending in the right direction. Nelson's practice participation Friday will provide more clarity on his status heading into Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Dean (hip) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Dean missed the Buccaneers' last two games due to a hip injury, but his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he is on track to return Sunday against the Cardinals. With Dean back in the mix, less defensive snaps will be available in the Bucs' secondary for Kindle Vildor and Benjamin Morrison (hamstring).