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The Lions placed O'Connor (knee) on injured reserve Friday.

O'Connor didn't practice at all last week and missed Sunday's game against Washington. He was unable to return to practice this week and has consequently been placed on IR. The veteran defensive lineman must now miss at least four contests, so he won't be eligible to return until Sunday, Dec. 14 versus the Rams.

Darrisaw (knee) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game versus Chicago, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Darrisaw missed practice Thursday due to a lingering knee issue, but he'll be good to go again in Week 11. Minnesota's offense has found slightly more success through the air than on the ground so far this year, and the Bears' pass defense has left something to be desired, so Darrisaw's ability to protect rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy's blind side could be key come Sunday.

Jurgens (knee) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Detroit.

Jurgens has been cleared to return from a two-game absence due to a knee injury that he suffered in Week 7 against the Vikings. He'll reclaim his starting spot at center while Brett Toth provides depth at the position.

Green (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

The injury appears to be a new one for the rookie second-rounder after he popped up on Thursday's practice report as a limited participant. He was unable to practice Friday, which has him trending in the wrong direction heading into Sunday's AFC North contest. David Ojabo would be poised to take on more rotational snaps at outside linebacker behind Dre'Mont Jones and Kyle Van Noy if Green is unable to play in Week 11.

Ravenell (ankle) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Houston, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

After missing practice Wednesday, Ravenell was able to manage limited sessions Thursday and Friday, giving him a shot to play in Week 11. If he can't suit up Sunday, however, veteran Shy Tuttle could be in line for increased work on the defensive line.

Cleveland (knee) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Cleveland missed last Sunday's loss to Houston due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 9. However, he was able to log an LP/LP/FP practice progression this week and has been cleared to return to action Sunday. That likely means Chuma Edoga will log less snaps on offense.

Nelson (illness) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Bills, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Nelson popped up on the Buccaneers' injury report Thursday with an illness, but it doesn't seem like it was anything serious, and he's on track to suit up in Week 11. With two-time Pro-Bowler Haason Reddick (ankle) out, Nelson projects to start on the edge opposite 2023 third-rounder Yaya Diaby on Sunday.

Schmitz (shin) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Green Bay.

Schmitz was limited in practice all week, but he's progressed enough in his recovery from a shin injury to return Sunday from a one-game absence. He should reclaim his starting role at center, which would bump Austin Schlottmann to a reserve role.

Kelly (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 11 matchup against Chicago, Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Kelly was designated to return from IR on Wednesday, and he logged a trio of limited practices this week. However, he's not yet ready to play as he continues to work his way back from a concussion he suffered in Week 4 against Pittsburgh. Kelly's next chance to suit up will come Sunday, Nov. 23 against Green Bay. Until Kelly is able to return, Michael Jurgens should continue to start at center for the Vikings.

Dimukeje (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Packers.

A shoulder injury prevented Dimukeje from suiting up against Chicago in Week 10. He opened Week 11 prep with back-to-back limited practices, but he has been cleared to play Sunday after logging a full practice Friday. Dimukeje has mostly served on special teams, but he could see some work on defense due to the absences of Chauncey Golston (neck) and Kayvon Thibodeaux (shoulder).