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Vele (hip) was limited in practice Thursday.

Vele wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, an indication that his hip issue may have been sustained during Thursday's practice. The extent of Vele's activity level at Friday's practice may go a long way in determining his availability for Sunday's road game against the Seahawks. He brought in his only target for three yards and a touchdown Week 2 versus the 49ers.

Elliss (groin) returned to a full practice Thursday.

Elliss should be fine for Sunday's game against the Panthers. The veteran linebacker has played 100 percent of the Falcons' defensive snaps this season, recording nine tackles (five solo) and one pass breakup.

Washington (concussion) remained limited in Thursday's practice.

Washington remains in the league's concussion protocol, and he'll likely need to log a full practice Friday if he's going to have any chance of playing Sunday against the Panthers.

Wilson (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Wilson was limited Wednesday, but his return to a full sessions puts Wilson on track to play Sunday against the Vikings. Wilson has recorded 15 tackles (eight solo) and three pass breakups on 92 percent of the Bengals' defensive snaps through two games.

Humphrey (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Humphrey injured his groin during the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Browns, but it appears as if he's avoided a serious issue. The full practice would suggest Humphrey will be out there Monday night against the Lions, where he's likely to see plenty of Amon-Ra St. Brown in the slot.

Wiggins (groin) did not practice Thursday.

It's unclear when Wiggins suffered the groin injury, as the Ravens didn't announce an injury for him during Sunday's win over the Browns, in which Wiggins logged 95 percent of the defensive snaps. Chidobe Awuzie and Jaire Alexander would be in line for heavy snaps on defense if Wiggins is unable to play Monday against the Lions.

Ali (concussion) was limited in Thursday's practice.

Ali was concussed early in Sunday's win over the Browns and will need to clear the league's protocol if he's going to play Monday night against the Lions. Ali has played one offensive snap this season, rushing one time for five yards.

Long (ankle) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Long was listed as DNP on Wednesday, but his return to the field Thursday would indicate he has a chance to play Sunday against the Texans. Long has played seven offensive snaps through two games, catching his lone target for a six-yard touchdown.

Carter (concussion) was limited in Thursday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Carter was concussed in Sunday's loss to the Ravens and will need to clear the league's protocol in order to play this week against the Packers. The veteran wide receiver and kick returner has yet to play on offense this season but has returned five kickoffs for 118 yards and three punts for 41 yards.

McConkey (biceps) is on the field for the early portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

McConkey missed Wednesday's practice due to a biceps issue but appears to be handling at least limited reps Thursday, per Popper, while wearing a brace on his left arm/shoulder. The Chargers' official practice report, to be released later Thursday afternoon, will provide clarity on McConkey's activity level, but it's nonetheless encouraging to see the second-year pro back on the field in advance of Sunday's game against the Broncos.