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Alford (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Alford suffered a concussion in Week 10 against Indianapolis and didn't play against Carolina this past Sunday. He began prep this week with a limited session, then upgraded to full Thursday. Alford thus seems in line to return to action in Week 12 against the Saints, though he'll first need to clear concussion protocol if he hasn't done so already.

Watts (illness) fully participated in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Watts didn't practice Wednesday while recovering from an illness. His return to full participation Thursday suggests he'll be good to go for Sunday's game against New Orleans. Watts has played every defensive snap for Atlanta since Week 6.

Humphrey (finger) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Humphrey missed Sunday's win over Cleveland due to a finger injury he suffered against Minnesota in Week 10. The veteran defensive back returned to practice in limited fashion Wednesday this week, and his full participation Thursday suggests he's past the issue. Humphrey should thus be able to resume his regular role as the Ravens' starting slot cornerback.

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

Johnson was limited Wednesday and has appeared in two games since being activated from injured reserve in October. Johnson has produced five tackles (three solo) and one QB hit across 45 defensive snaps.

Smith (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Smith sat out practice Wednesday due to a hamstring issue that may be an aggravation of the injury that caused him to miss Weeks 5 and 6. While the severity of the current issue isn't clear, the fact Smith was able to practice in a limited capacity Thursday is a positive indication that he's not dealing with anything serious. If Smith can practice in full Friday, he'll likely avoid having an injury designation heading into the weekend.

Lewis (groin) was limited in Thursday's practice.

After being listed as DNP on Wednesday, Lewis' return to a limited practice would seem to give him a chance to return to the lineup Sunday against the Chiefs. Lewis hasn't played since Week 7 and has piled up seven tackles (five solo), including 3.0 sacks, and one pass breakup across 193 defensive snaps across seven games.

Horton (shin) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Horton shed his groin issue this week, but he's still unable to practice due to a lingering shin injury, which so far has forced back-to-back absences. Friday's practice report may provide a ruling on the rookie fifth-round pick's availability for Sunday's game at Tennessee. Cooper Kupp, Rashid Shaheed, Jake Bobo and Cody White are the healthy wide receivers on the Seahawks' active roster behind clear No. 1 option Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

Hamilton (shoulder/groin) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

The Ravens are listing Hamilton with both a shoulder and groin issue, and the pair of problems caused him to sit out practice Wednesday. The talented safety's ability to practice in a limited fashion Thursday provides hope that he'll be able to suit up against the Jets on Sunday. However, Friday's final injury report will indicate if Hamilton heads into the weekend with an injury designation.

Chaisson (ankle) practiced in full Thursday.

Chaisson was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a lingering ankle injury. However, his return to full participation Thursday suggests he's not in danger of missing Sunday's tilt versus Cincinnati. Chaisson will be looking to build upon his 6.5 sacks -- which are already a career high -- versus the Bengals.

Buffalo elevated Latu from the practice squad ahead of Thursday night's game against the Texans.

With Dalton Kincaid (hamstring) sidelined once again, Latu has been elevated for the second straight contest. Latu played six offensive snaps last Sunday against Tampa Bay and caught one pass for four yards.