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Hendrickson (hip) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

Hendrickson is dealing with a hip issue, not a back injury as previously reported. He's been labeled as day-to-day, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. With the quick turnaround from Sunday, it might be a challenge for Hendrickson to be ready to play Thursday night against the Steelers.

Indianapolis claimed Lowery off waivers from the Ravens on Monday.

Lowery was waived by Baltimore on Saturday, despite having played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps Week 5 and recording five tackles (one solo). The undrafted rookie out of Chattanooga will now get an opportunity to compete to carve out a role with the Colts, and he could potentially contribute to his new team as early as Sunday on the road against the Chargers.

Homer (calf) was downgraded to out for Monday night's game against the Commanders.

Homer's season debut will have to wait at least another week, as his next chance to suit up will be Sunday against the Saints. Homer will likely contribute mainly on special teams when he does return to action.

Booker (knee) has been downgraded to out for Monday night's game versus Washington.

Booker remains on injured reserve and wasn't activated ahead of the Bears' Week 6 date with the Commanders. He was designated for return Tuesday, which opened his 21-day practice window. Booker's next chance to suit up will be Sunday against the Saints.

Cosmi (PUP, knee) has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the Bears.

Cosmi will miss a second straight game since having had his 21-day practice window opened on Oct. 1. Once healthy, Cosmi is expected to reclaim his starting spot at right guard and provide a boost for Washington's offensive line, but for the time being he remains on the reserve/PUP list.

The Commanders have elevated Martin from the practice squad for Monday's game against the Bears.

Martin will be elevated for a third consecutive game, meaning that to suit up for any further regular-season contests for the Commanders, the team will have to sign him to the active roster. In both of his prior appearances Martin drew exactly one target, but he could see expanded opportunities on Monday versus Chicago with both Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) and Noah Brown (groin/knee) ruled out, and Deebo Samuel (heel) expected to play through injury.

The Commanders have elevated Brooks from the practice squad for Monday night's matchup against Chicago.

Brooks and Tay Martin have both been elevated Monday to provide depth at wide receiver, as both Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) and Noah Brown (groin/knee) have been ruled out versus Chicago, while Deebo Samuel (heel) is officially listed as questionable but is expected to suit up. At 6-foot-5, Brooks could offer Washington a formidable red-zone target. The undrafted rookie wideout out of Louisville spent the offseason with the Commanders.

The NFL announced Monday that Branch has been suspended one game following his altercation after Sunday night's loss to the Chiefs, which rules him out for Week 7 against the Buccaneers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The Lions have a bye Week 8, meaning Branch will next be eligible to play Week 9 against the Vikings on Sunday, Nov. 2. He played 100 percent of defensive snaps versus Kansas City despite being listed as 'questionable' contest due to an ankle injury, recording a season-high seven total tackles (four solo). As a result of Branch's suspension, Thomas Harper and Erick Hallett will be candidates to handle increased snaps at safety alongside starter Kerby Joseph versus Tampa Bay.

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday he's "hopeful" about the chances of Lamb (ankle) returning Week 7 versus the Commanders and said the plan is for the star wide receiver to practice Wednesday, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Lamb looks set to mix into drills for the first time since he sustained a left high-ankle sprain Week 3 in Dallas' loss to the Bears and tentatively return to action after having missed three consecutive games. Whether he's indeed able to retake the field Sunday, and how large a workload he's able to handle if so, will come down to the extent of his practice activity. In addition to George Pickens and tight end Jake Ferguson, wide receiver Ryan Flournoy has benefited from increased opportunities on offense in recent weeks, though his targets will stand to diminish once Lamb is cleared for game action.

Allen secured one of two targets for seven yards during Sunday's 17-3 victory against the Ravens.

Tyler Higbee regained his role as the Rams' top tight end after missing Week 5 with a hip injury, and produced a solid 4-40-1 line on his four targets. Allen only took the field for 21 snaps on offense, slightly more than Terrance Ferguson, who wasn't targeted in the contest. Higbee will likely remain the top option for the Rams at tight end, leaving Allen, Ferguson, and Colby Parkinson (concussion) fighting for playing time in London against the Jaguars in Week 7.