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Jacobs (knee) took part in individual drills at Thursday's practice, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Per Zach Kruse of USA Today, coach Matt LaFleur hinted earlier Thursday that Jacobs had a chance to practice, but his official activity level won't be known until the Packers post their second Week 12 injury report. Jacobs made an early exit from this past Sunday's win at the Giants with what eventually was termed a bruised knee, and while he won't require surgery, he is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Vikings. Emanuel Wilson and, to a lesser extent, Chris Brooks are in line for increased workloads in the event that Jacobs is limited or sidelined this weekend.

Etienne (shoulder) is handling non-contact reps at Thursday's practice, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Etienne appears set to log as second consecutive limited practice to begin Week 12 preparations, meaning his status will need to be closely monitored leading up to Sunday's road matchup against the Patriots. Bhayshul Tuten (ankle) was also limited Wednesday, and before the rookie was forced out versus the Chargers in Week 11 due to injury he and Etienne had split backfield reps nearly evenly.

Mixon (foot/ankle) is not expected to suit up during the 2025 campaign, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Mixon has spent the entire regular season on the reserve/non-football injury list due to an injury suffered during an individual workout in the spring. The lack of information provided by Houston on his expected recovery timetable had already spread doubt about his chances of retaking the field, so it's a minor relief to finally have some added clarity provided. Rookie fourth-rounder Woody Marks and veteran Nick Chubb will continue to lead Houston's backfield down the stretch, but this is likely a unit that will be heavily revamped ahead of the 2026 campaign. Mixon technically remains under contract with the Texans for one more season, but the team has a potential 'out' in his contract this offseason for only $2 million in dead cap, and it's difficult to envision Houston sticking with the 29-year-old running back after a lost year.

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that Jacobs (knee) has a chance to participate in practice Thursday, Zach Kruse of USA Today reports.

After not practicing Wednesday, Jacobs looks poised to take a step forward in terms of his activity Thursday, even if it doesn't translate to a change in how the team lists his level of participation. According to LaFleur, Jacobs will go through the team warmup as well as individual work Thursday, and depending on how his knee responds to those activities, the Packers will decide whether he'll mix into drills with his healthy teammates. If Jacobs ultimately gets the green light to take part in drills, it would be an encouraging sign for his odds of playing Sunday against the Vikings.

The Browns placed McGrone (Achilles) on the practice squad/injured list Thursday.

McGrone is dealing with an Achilles injury, the severity of which remains undisclosed. He'll have to miss a minimum of four games after having been placed on the practice squad/injured list.

Washington re-signed Jones to the practice squad Thursday.

Jones had been cut from the practice squad Tuesday to make room for Jake Moody, but he now reunites with the Commanders. The undrafted rookie out of UCF has logged one regular-season appearance with Washington so far, when he secured his only target for 25 yards during the team's Week 11 loss to Miami.

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor was unwilling to make a firm commitment Thursday when asked whether Burrow (toe) will play Sunday versus the Patriots, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. "I'm not there yet," Taylor said.

Burrow was listed as a full participant at practice Wednesday and took part in 11-on-11 drills. Rapoport relays that Burrow's activity level Thursday will be crucial in determining his availability for Sunday. If Burrow is able to log two straight full sessions without any soreness or setbacks, it will be a strong sign that the star quarterback's recovery from Sept. 19 surgery to address a Grade 3 sprain of the big toe on his left foot has gone smoothly enough for him to return to game action. Cincinnati's coaching staff has explicitly refrained from ruling Burrow out for Sunday, but it sounds as though more information on his chances of returning may not arrive until after the team's final practice of the week Friday.

Barton (illness) was limited for Wednesday's walkthrough.

It's positive that Barton was able to participate Wednesday despite dealing with an illness. It's unclear if he's in jeopardy of missing Tampa Bay's Week 12 matchup against the Rams.

Wallace (hip) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Wallace managed a hip injury during Week 11 prep, but he was able to play this past Sunday against the Seahawks, when he logged three solo tackles while playing 38 snaps (27 on defense, 11 on special teams). Given his full participation in Wednesday's practice, Wallace is on track to be available for this Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, and he should continue to see meaningful playing time in the secondary for as long as Quentin Lake (elbow) is on injured reserve.

Goedeke (illness) was a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough.

Goedeke has played sparingly this season due to a foot injury. He doesn't appear to be in jeopardy of missing Tampa Bay's Week 12 matchup against the Rams, but his practice participation in the next few days should clarify his status.