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The Vikings signed Vannett off their practice squad Thursday.

Vannett and Tim Jones were signed Thursday to fill the two roster spots opened up by the placement of Blake Cashman (hamstring) and Ty Chandler (knee) on IR. In 111 regular-season games, Vannett has contributed 108 catches for 1,012 yards and nine touchdowns, so he's unlikely to factor into the passing game significantly.

The Vikings signed Jones off their practice squad Thursday.

Jones was elevated from Minnesota's practice squad against the Bears in Week 1, logging 14 snaps on special teams and three on offense. After opening up a pair of roster spots by placing Blake Cashman (hamstring) and Ty Chandler (knee) on IR, the Vikings added Jones to their 53-man roster. The 27-year-old Jones has 17 career catches.

Chandler (knee) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

The kickoff return man sustained a knee injury in the season opener against Chicago and will be out through Minnesota's Week 6 bye as a result of Thursday's move. Rookies Myles Price (knee) and Tai Felton are the top candidates to return kicks in Chandler's absence, with Price favored to get those opportunities if healthy after a strong debut on special teams.

Cashman (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

Cashman sustained a hamstring injury in Minnesota's Week 1 win over Chicago. The earliest he can return from IR would be Week 7 against the Eagles, following Minnesota's Week 6 bye. Eric Wilson is expected to start in Cashman's absence. Cashman missed at least three games due to injuries in five of his previous six NFL seasons and will do so again in 2025.

Royals (knee) will not practice Thursday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Royals hasn't yet practiced in any capacity during the regular season, though head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that the rookie wideout has been progressing. He was inactive Week 1 and appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's matchup against the Eagles.

Likely (foot) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, Brian Wacker of the Baltimore Sun reports.

Likely has yet to practice since having surgery to repair a fracture in his foot which he suffered in late July. He's trending toward a second consecutive absence to begin the 2025 campaign. Mark Andrews failed to capitalize on Likely's absence in Week 1, posting only one catch for five yards against the Bills, but Andrews looks set to work as the clear top option among Baltimore's tight ends again when the Ravens host the Browns in Week 2.

Worthy (shoulder) is slated to work in some capacity during Thursday's practice, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Worthy didn't practice Wednesday, so any level of participation a day later would improve his chances of being able to play Sunday against the Eagles. Either way, unless the wideout is deemed a full practice participant by Friday, he figures to head into the weekend with a Week 2 injury designation.

Robinson (ankle) participated in Thursday's practice, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

Robinson was held out of drills Wednesday, which was three days removed from handling 52 of 68 offensive snaps, running 32 routes and racking up six catches (on eight targets) for 55 yards during this past Sunday's 21-6 loss at Washington. Top WR Malik Nabers (back) opened this week as limited and is expected to be a full participant Thursday, but it remains to be seen if Robinson also will be unhindered in the Giants' second session of Week 2 prep.

Oliver (ankle) didn't participate in practice Thursday and had a walking boot on his left foot in the locker room, Sal Capaccio of WGR 550 Sports Radio reports.

Oliver wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report but appears to have picked up an ankle injury during the week, putting his availability for Sunday's game against the Jets in jeopardy. If Oliver's unable to suit up, T.J. Sanders and Deone Walker would likely be in line for additional opportunities on the interior of Buffalo's defensive line.

Knox (hip) is listed as limited on Thursday's injury report.

The Bills only hosted a walk-thru practice Thursday, but Knox is being listed as limited for a second consecutive session. If he's unable to upgrade to full participation Friday, Knox will likely carry an injury designation into Sunday's matchup against the Jets.