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McManus (right quadriceps) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.

McManus already has missed one game due to the right quad that he pulled in practice last Wednesday, but coach Matt LaFleur told Ryan Wood of USA Today on Thursday that he's "day-to-day" and may "potentially" be able to kick on game day without practicing. McManus has one more chance to do so this week before Friday's injury report could include a ruling on his status for Sunday's contest in Arizona. Lucas Havrisik is available in the event McManus isn't able to go this weekend.

Wicks (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Wicks has logged back-to-back limited practice sessions since sustaining an ankle injury during Green Bay's win over the Bengals in Week 6. In order to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's road matchup against the Cardinals, Wicks will likely need to upgrade to full practice reps Friday. Malik Heath and Savion Williams will benefit from added opportunities behind Romeo Doubs and Matthew Golden if Wicks misses any time.

The Bengals activated Patrick (calf) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Steelers.

Patrick was officially listed as questionable for Thursday's AFC North clash, but his activation from IR indicates that he is trending toward making his return, per Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic. Patrick would likely reclaim his starting job at right guard if he is cleared to play, which would revert Dalton Risner to a reserve role.

Watson (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Watson has been limited in practice the past two weeks, but the ever elusive full session has yet to occur as he puts the finishing touches on his recovery from the torn ACL that he suffered in his right knee Week 18 of last season. Coach Matt LaFleur said, "We'll see," when asked if Watson is set to return Sunday at Arizona, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. If Watson isn't ruled out on Friday's injury report, the Packers will have until Saturday afternoon to activate him from the reserve/PUP list, which would give him a chance to play this weekend.

Decker (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Decker has been sidelined for the Lions' last two games due to a shoulder injury. His ability to practice in a limited capacity Thursday indicates that he is progressing in his recovery, and his practice participation over the next two days will shed light on his chances of playing against the Buccaneers on Monday.

Cunningham (hamstring) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Cunningham missed the Lions' last three games due to a hamstring injury. His ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he is past the issue and on track to play against the Buccaneers on Monday. The veteran linebacker mostly served on special teams prior to his injury and has six tackles (four solo) through three regular-season games.

Harrison (concussion) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

Harrison emerged from this past Sunday's defeat at Indianapolis with a concussion, and he so far has managed back-to-back capped sessions to begin Week 7 prep. He even was spotted hauling in passes from QB Jacoby Brissett while donning a yellow non-contact jersey Thursday, per Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic. An independent neurologist will need to clear Harrison in order for the second-year pro to suit up Sunday against the Packers, but he at least appears to be making progress through the protocol for head injuries.

Jones (knee) was added to Thursday's injury report as a non-participant, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports.

Jones wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, so the knee injury that's currently sidelining him may have occurred during practice. The veteran linebacker is fresh off a season-best performance, having racked up five tackles (one solo), including 1.0 sacks, during Tennessee's loss to the Raiders in Week 6, so it would be a notable blow for the Titans' defense if he can't suit up Sunday versus the Patriots. Jihad Ward and Jaylen Harrell will be canidates to handle increased workloads if Jones misses any time.

Murray (foot) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

After being limited at Wednesday's closed walkthrough, Murray was seen throwing passes to reserve wide receivers Thursday, while Jacoby Brissett worked with the Cardinals' first-team offense, according to Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic. It was a similar breakdown of reps to last Friday before Murray was inactive this past Sunday at Indianapolis due to a mid-foot sprain and yielded the start to Brissett. Nevertheless, Murray has one more chance to prove his health before the Cardinals likely tag him with a designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.

Slye (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, John Glennon of NashvillePost.com reports.

A right calf injury prevented Slye from playing against the Raiders in Week 6. He's opened the week with back-to-back limited practices, and special-teams coordinator John Fassel told reporters Thursday that Slye has looked better in practice, per Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site. Matthew Wright would be elevated to the active roster for Sunday's game against the Patriots if Slye is not cleared to return.