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Clark (back) returned to practice Tuesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Clark missed Monday's session but is evidently fine. The 29-year-old hasn't missed a start since the 2021 season and finished with 37 tackles (20 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two pass breakups and two fumble recoveries across 17 regular-season appearances last year.

Van Ness (back) returned to practice Tuesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Van Ness missed Monday's session, but his injury evidently isn't severe. Van Ness has appeared in all 34 regular-season games since being taken with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2023 Draft, but he's made zero starts and played less than 40 percent of the defensive snaps each campaign. The Packers are banking on Van Ness taking a step forward in his development opposite Rashan Gary.

Manhertz (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Manhertz missed the Giants' second preseason game over the weekend, but his injury clearly isn't severe. The veteran tight end is more of a block-first player at the position.

Bellinger (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Bellinger missed the Giants' second exhibition this past weekend, but his injury evidently wasn't serious. Bellinger is competing with blocker Chris Manhertz and catch-first TE Greg Dulcich for a role behind starter Theo Johnson.

Head coach Kellen Moore said Tuesday that he has not made a decision on who the starting quarterback for the Saints will be in Week 1 against the Cardinals, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Rattler served as the QB2 for the Saints' 17-17 preseason tie against the Jaguars on Sunday, completing 18 of 24 passes for 199 yards, one touchdown and one interception while rushing for 19 yards on two carries and adding a two-point conversion. He played better than rookie Tyler Shough on Sunday, but Moore relayed that the competition between the two young quarterbacks is "really, really close." Saturday's preseason finale against the Broncos will be Rattler's last opportunity to state his case for the starting job.

Coach Sean McDermott said Tuesday that Hairston (knee) is still "a ways away" from beginning a ramping up process in his recovery, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

Hairston was injured early in camp but avoided a major knee injury. However, he's been sidelined for the past three weeks and looks like he'll be out quite a bit longer. Hairston may not be ready in time for the Bills' Week 1 opener against the Ravens on Sept. 7.

Pickett (hamstring) remains limited but took part in team drills at practice Tuesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Pickett saw 11-on-11 reps for the first time since July 26, as his lingering hamstring injury had kept him sidelined. Coach Kevin Stefanski has named Joe Flacco the Week 1 starter for the Browns, but he said Tuesday that a decision on the No. 2 QB role hasn't yet been made, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com. If Pickett can gain full clearance in time to suit up for Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams, it will provide him with a chance to compete with rookies Shedeur Sanders (oblique) and Dillon Gabriel for the top backup spot. Tyler Huntley may also take the field Saturday, but he's expected to be cut when Cleveland finalizes its 53-man roster.

Coach Shane Steichen said Leonard and Jason Bean will handle quarterback duties for the Colts in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals, Jake Arthur of SI.com reports.

Both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson will rest for the exhibition finale, allowing Leonard and Bean to soak up valuable game reps. Leonard was a sixth-round pick out of Notre Dame in the 2025 Draft and has completed 19 of 36 passes for 156 scoreless yards and one interception through two preseason contests. He's also rushed six times for 44 yards.

Coach Todd Bowles said Tuesday that Izien's oblique injury could linger into the regular season, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Izien was injured in this past Saturday's preseason game against the Steelers, and it's safe to assume he won't be available for Saturday's preseason finale versus Buffalo. Izien has a little less than three weeks to get ready for Week 1. Kaevon Merriweather would be next in line for playing time at safety if Izien needs to miss time.

Wilson was carted off the practice field with an apparent left leg injury Tuesday, Brooks Kubena of The Athletic reports.

Wilson hobbled off the field and couldn't put any weight on his left leg, per Kubena. Wilson has seen extensive preseason action, logging 65 offensive snaps through two games, and has posted a 3-73-0 receiving line on six targets. Wilson is a powerful blocker in the running game as a wide receiver for Philly.