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Phillips (foot) is active for Thursday's game against the Patriots.

Phillips was able to overcome a foot issue during Week 11 prep and has been cleared to play Thursday. The veteran defensive tackle has posted 25 tackles (10 solo), including 0.5 sacks, one pass defense and one forced fumble through nine regular-season games.

McDonald (quadriceps) is active for Thursday's game against the Patriots.

McDonald was able to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, and he's been cleared to play in Thursday night's AFC East tilt after going through pregame warmups. The 2023 first-rounder is up to 7.0 sacks through nine regular-season games, 4.0 of which came during Sunday's loss to the Browns.

McGregor (shoulder) is inactive for Thursday's game against New England.

A shoulder injury limited the second-year pro's practice participation during Week 11 prep, and he wasn't able to get clearance from medical staff to play Thursday after going through pregame warmups. Micheal Clemons and Tyler Baron are poised to see a slight increase in rotational defensive snaps in McGregor's absence.

Purdy (toe) practiced in full Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports. Afterward, coach Kyle Shanahan announced on KNBR San Francisco that Purdy was in line to start Sunday's contest at Arizona.

Purdy thus is poised for his first game action since Week 4 and just his third appearance of the season due to a nagging turf toe injury. He spoke on the issue Thursday, saying that surgery never was on the table, and that he also doesn't intend to wear a steel insert in his cleats, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Purdy also told Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com that he'll start this weekend, assuming he gets through the next few days unscathed. "I feel really good," Purdy said. "I feel healthy and excited to be back and ready to go and lead the guys. I'm really excited about this week." Purdy will retake the reins of the 49ers offense from No. 2 QB Mac Jones, who has handled eight spot starts this season.

Herbert (groin) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Patriots.

Despite being listed as a full participant during Week 11 prep, Herbert will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to a groin injury. His next opportunity to play will be Week 12 against the Ravens on Sunday, Nov. 23. He's played solely on special teams across two regular-season games, but his absence means Kene Nwangwu will join Isaiah Davis as the Jets' backup running backs behind starter Breece Hall.

Farmer (ankle) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Jets.

Farmer was limited in Monday's walkthrough and was unable to participate in practice Tuesday or Wednesday. The 22-year-old defensive end has between a 20 and 40 percent snap share in each game thus far. In his absence, Cory Durden should be in line for an increase in playing time.

Mitchell is active for Thursday night's game against the Patriots.

Mitchell, who the Jets acquired Nov. 4 in a trade with the Colts, was inactive Week 10, but now that he's had some time to get up to speed with his new team's offense, the 2024 second-rounder will be among the pass catchers that will be tasked with helping to fill the void created by top WR Garrett Wilson (knee) having been placed on IR on Thursday. In his debut with New York, Mitchell profiles as a speculative lineup option, but down the road he could earn a key role in the Jets offense and in turn merit fantasy consideration.

Thomas (calf) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

The lone Cowboy to not practice in any capacity Thursday, Thomas is still dealing with a calf injury he suffered in the Week 9 loss to the Cardinals. The fact the defensive tackle was unable to practice despite a full week of rest due to the Cowboys' Week 10 bye signals he will likely not be ready to play in Monday's contest against the Raiders. For any chance to suit up, Thomas would need to practice in at least limited fashion Friday and Saturday.

DeVito (coach's decision) is inactive but will serve as the Patriots' emergency third quarterback against the Jets on Thursday.

DeVito has yet to appear in a regular-season game as New England's emergency QB3 behind Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs. DeVito is restricted from playing Thursday unless both Maye and Dobbs are removed from the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

Bell is not listed on the Cowboys' Week 11 injury report, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Bell left the Cowboys' Week 9 matchup with the Cardinals due to cramps and was unable to return to the contest. Armed with an abundance of rest from the bye week, the strong safety logged a full practice and appears ready for Monday's primetime showdown with the Raiders.