NFL Player News

Van Noy (quadriceps) did not practice Wednesday.

Van Noy previously managed a quad injury in preparation for Baltimore's game contest against the Patriots in Week 16, but he wasn't listed on the team's injury report for Week 17. The veteran linebacker will have two more chances to retake the practice field in time for Sunday night's crucial divisional showdown on the road against Pittsburg.

Woods was a limited participant in practice Wednesday due to a hamstring issue, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Woods may have suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to New England, when he notched his first catch of the season. The fourth-year tight end has been getting more work on offense of late, averaging 19.7 offensive snaps over the past three weeks. That opportunity has come because Mason Taylor -- who didn't practice Wednesday -- has missed three straight games due to a neck injury.

Brooks (hamstring) was listed as a DNP on Wednesday's practice report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Brooks sustained a hamstring injury during the Dolphins' Week 17 win over the Buccaneers. The NFL's leading tackler was spotted working with trainers during Wednesday's practice but did not participate in scrimmage reps, per Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. Brooks will have two more opportunities to return to practice ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Patriots.

Williams (shoulder) wasn't listed on the Cowboys' first Week 18 injury report Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Prior to Wednesday's session, coach Brian Schottenheimer told Joe Hoyt of The Dallas Morning News that Williams and No. 2 RB Malik Davis would be limited. However, Williams practiced without restrictions to begin Week 18 prep, while Davis didn't log any on-field work due to listed calf and eye issues. Williams thus seems poised to lead Dallas' backfield Sunday at the Giants, especially if Davis isn't able to suit up.

Waller (groin) did not practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Waller logged a DNP/LP/LP practice pattern in advance of being cleared for Miami's win over Tampa Bay in Week 17, but he was listed with a rest/groin designation then. Now, the veteran tight end seems to simply be managing his groin injury. Waller will have two more chances to return to practice ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale on the road against New England. He secured just one of three targets for zero receiving yards versus the Buccaneers, while fellow tight end Greg Dulcich put together a 5-58-1 receiving line on six targets.

Tonga (foot) did not practice Wednesday.

Tonga was unable to play against the Jets in Week 17 due to a foot injury he picked up during the Patriots' Week 16 win over the Ravens. The fifth-year nose tackle would have to practice in at least a limited capacity over the next two days to have a realistic chance to play against the Dolphins on Sunday. Undrafted rookie Eric Gregory would continue to work in an expanded role on the Patriots' defensive line if Tonga were to be ruled out.

Stiggers (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Stiggers suffered a knee injury this past Sunday against New England and couldn't finish the loss. The extent of the issue isn't clear, but it's certainly not a good sign that he wasn't able to practice in any capacity to begin this week. Should Stiggers be sidelined Sunday against Buffalo, Jordan Clark could absorb most of his cornerback reps.

Jenkins (concussion) did not practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Jenkins was concussed in last Sunday's win over the Steelers and remains in the protocol. Zak Zinter would likely be the next man up to start at right guard for Cleveland after Wyatt Teller (calf) was placed on injured reserve earlier Wednesday.

Westover (ankle) did not practice Wednesday.

Westover was able to overcome an illness to play in the Patriots' Week 17 win over the Jets, but it appears the second-year fullback picked up an ankle injury in the process. He'll have two more chances to return to practice in at least a limited capacity heading into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Dolphins.

Bateman missed Wednesday's practice with an illness.

Bateman should have time to recover before Sunday night's game at Pittsburgh. If not, WRs DeAndre Hopkins and Devontez Walker will be the favorites to get more playing time.