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Jones projects to have a bigger role in the coming weeks with Jordan Mason (thumb) on short-term injured reserve, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Jones impressed in Week 1 with a touchdown but played only 30 snaps, as Jordan Mason ate up a decent amount of reps as well. With Mason out for at least four weeks, Jones projects to lead the backfield while DeeJay Dallas, Demond Claiborne and Jerome Ford serve as depth options.

Kamara (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

New Orleans' backfield will get a boost in Week 2 with Kamara back in the mix after missing the season opener with a knee injury. The veteran injured his knee late in the preseason and returned to practice ahead of Week 1 but was not yet ready to give it a go. His full practice Wednesday points to Kamara being available for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Henderson (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

This is a big development for Henderson after his ankle injury kept him out of the season opener. He was a full-go in Wednesday's session, which bodes well for him making his 2026 debut Sunday against the Steelers. The Patriots struggled to run the ball in his absence against the Seahawks, recording just 3.9 yards per carry as a team. Rhamondre Stevenson and Corey Kiner mustered just 62 yards on 24 carries.

Harvey (hamstring) was estimated as a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette reports.

Since Denver played Monday night, Wednesday was not an official practice. However, Harvey would not have participated if there had been a practice, according to Tomasson. The second-year running back is dealing with a hamstring issue that will be monitored throughout the remainder of the week. This is particularly notable with Denver on a short week. If Harvey is limited or unable to play Sunday against the Jaguars, it would open more opportunities for J.K. Dobbins and Jonah Coleman.

Pittman (foot) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly reports.

Pittman led the team in receiving in Week 1 but is limited to start preparation for Sunday's game against the Patriots due to a foot injury. A limited practice Wednesday is somewhat encouraging when it comes to the severity of the issue. If Pittman is unable to go Sunday, Roman Wilson or Germie Bernard could pick up some of the slack out wide. Pittman has two more practice sessions to get back up to full speed before the team gives an injury status for Sunday.

Meyers (thumb) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Both Meyers and Brian Thomas (shoulder) were limited in Wednesday's session. Meyers dealt with a thumb injury late in the preseason but was able to give it a go in Week 1, catching two passes for 40 yards and a touchdown. Limited practices may be the norm for Meyers for the time being until his thumb is back to 100 percent, but it certainly didn't stop him from playing well in the opener.

Thomas (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

This was expected, as coach Liam Coen said Monday that the third-year wideout would be limited this week as he works through a shoulder issue. Coen added that he expects Thomas to be available Week 2, but it will depend on how his shoulder holds up going into the weekend. Of note, fellow wideout Jakobi Meyers (thumb) was also limited Wednesday.

Monangai (hamstring) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Both Monangai and D'Andre Swift (knee/ankle) were limited to begin the week in practice Wednesday. Monangai, who had a big day in the Week 1 win over the Panthers, is dealing with a hamstring issue that is limiting him for now. The Bears will clarify Monangai's status for Sunday later in the week, but this is an item for managers to keep an eye on in the coming days.

Swift (ankle/knee) was limited in Wednesday's practice.

Swift is dealing with knee and ankle issues and is limited to begin the week of practice. Adding to that, Kyle Monangai (hamstring) was also limited. The severity of Swift's issues isn't known, but a limited practice suggests that he's not dealing with anything overly serious. If the Bears are short-handed in the backfield in Week 2, Roschon Johnson would be an option for a bigger role.

Tonges (knee) requires surgery for an MCL tear and is done for the season, Cam Inman reports.

The team placed Tonges on injured reserve earlier Wednesday, and now it's official that he will miss the rest of the season. Tonges suffered an MCL tear in the season opener against the Rams. Jack Stoll was signed to the practice squad to add depth, and Luke Farrell now projects to be the second tight end behind George Kittle.