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Brown (shoulder) was present for Thursday's practice, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Brown didn't practice Wednesday, so his presence on the field a day later is a step in the right direction ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers. The Jaguars' upcoming injury report will provide added context regarding the wideout's Week 4 status by clarifying his official participation level Thursday.

Coach Aaron Glenn noted that Fields will practice Thursday, but he added that the QB is still in the NFL's concussion protocol, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

With the Jets playing Monday night against the Dolphins, Fields has an extra day to progress through the protocol ahead of Week 4 action, but his ability to practice Thursday is a good sign on that front. Meanwhile, Glenn confirmed Thursday that Fields will draw the start versus Miami (backed up by Tyrod Taylor) if he gains clearance to play.

Graham had three tackles and half a sack in a 13-10 win over the Packers in Week 3.

The third game of Graham's NFL career was by far his best. In addition to the half sack, he recorded three pressures, including one that set up a teammate's sack. Pro Football Focus gave him a pass-rush grade of 76.9 for the game after the rookie averaged 53.7 over his first two weeks. Graham lines up on the interior with Maliek Collins, who grades out highest among defensive tackles at 91.5 through three games.

Croskey-Merritt's knee injury that kept him from practicing Wednesday is not considered serious, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Jhabvala notes that it wouldn't be a surprise if Croskey-Merritt practices Thursday after logging a DNP on Wednesday. The rookie running back had a strong Week 1 performance, rushing 10 times for 82 yards and one touchdown, but he's turned 12 carries into just 43 rushing yards (3.6 yards per carry) in the two games since, though Croskey-Merritt did save his Week 3 fantasy line with a late touchdown. Despite Austin Ekeler's season-ending Achilles tear in Week 2, the Washington backfield remains a three-man conundrum that makes it difficult to trust any for fantasy lineups.

Jackson (groin) didn't practice Wednesday.

Jackson had to make an early exit due to a groin injury in Sunday's win over the Rams and wasn't able to go back into the contest. He'll likely need to return to practice in some capacity over the next two days in order to have a chance of playing Sunday versus Tampa Bay. If Jackson is forced to miss that game, Kelee Ringo could be asked to start at cornerback.

Stewart is expected to take over as a starting safety after the Texans released C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Wednesday, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Gardner-Johnson's tenure in Houston lasted just three games before head coach DeMeco Ryans pushed the eject button. Ryans talked about having a "great pulse" of the locker room and "what's going on" as factors that influenced his decision. The 30-year-old Stewart is in his fourth season with the Texans and is familiar with the operation. He's played just five snaps in 2025 but has extensive experience as a backup in previous seasons, which makes Ryans believe he can handle the promotion.

Wirfs (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Wirfs is in the final stages of his recovery from arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in early July. He would put himself in a position to make his 2025 debut against the Eagles on Sunday if he were to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days. Graham Barton would be in line for a fourth-straight start at left tackle if Wirfs is not cleared to play.

Johnson (neck) logged a limited practice session Wednesday.

Johnson left Sunday's win over the Rams with the injury, and there still hasn't been much word as to the severity of the issue. That he practiced in any capacity is positive, but his status should become clearer as the week progresses.

Skule (concussion) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.

Skule was sidelined in Week 3 after he suffered a concussion in Week 2 versus the Falcons, but his activity Wednesday signals he could be on pace to play Sunday at Pittsburgh. If he can fully clear league concussion protocol Thursday or Friday, he could avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Campbell was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to a triceps injury.

Campbell dealt with a shoulder issue during training camp but had been healthy to begin the campaign, playing over 90 percent of the Eagles' defensive snaps each of the first three weeks. It's unclear when or how he picked up the triceps injury, but he'll likely need to return to practice at some point this week in order to be able to suit up Sunday in Tampa Bay.