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Al-Shaair (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Al-Shaair missed Wednesday's practice entirely, but he's beginning to trend in the right direction for Week 16. The starting linebacker generally handles an every-down role on defense for Houston. He'll have one more chance to prove he can handle full practice reps Friday.

Green (neck) practiced in limited fashion Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Green played 98 percent of snaps and logged four tackles in San Francisco's win over Tennessee in Week 15, so it's unclear when the injury occurred. There doesn't seem to be too much reason for concern regarding his status for Monday's game against the Colts, but his level of participation for the rest of the week will be worth monitoring.

Fiske (ankle) is active for Thursday's game against the Seahawks, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Fiske dealt with an ankle injury in the lead-up to the contest and did not practice at all. He may have his reps limited, but he'll be ready to suit up for a key NFC West showdown Thursday.

Bennett (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against Seattle, but he is available as the emergency third back, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Bennett has operated as the emergency quarterback for the entire season. Jimmy Garoppolo will serve as the backup to Matthew Stafford.

Bobo (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Rams.

Bobo has served as a depth option at wide receiver for most of the season, but he has also been a healthy scratch at times. With Dareke Young set to return from a quad injury, Bobo will sit for one of Seattle's biggest games of the season.

Milroe (coach's decision) is inactive but designated as the emergency third quarterback for Thursday's game against the Rams.

Milroe has been inactive for every game since Week 6 and will continue in his typical role Thursday. Drew Lock will serve as the backup to Sam Darnold.

Orhorhoro (groin) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Orhorhoro wasn't listed on the injury report to start the week, but he popped up with a groin issue Thursday. The severity of the injury is unclear, but a limited or full practice again Friday would bode well for his availability for Week 16. The 24-year-old has 20 tackles (nine solo), including 2.5 sacks, and one pass breakup through Week 15.

Crosby (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Crosby did not practice Wednesday due to a persistent knee issue, but he was able to increase his participation level to limited in Thursday's session. The defensive end has yet to miss a game this season and will likely be able to upgrade his participation level again Friday to dodge an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Chinn (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Chinn upgraded to limited participation Thursday after being unable to participate in Wednesday's session. The safety has missed just one defensive snap all season, and Thursday's upgrade in practice participation is a good sign that he will play in Sunday's game against the Texans. Chinn will have one more opportunity to upgrade to a full participant in the hopes of avoiding an injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest.

Adams (knee/hamstring) is listed as inactive Thursday at Seattle.

Considering Adams didn't practice this week due to a lingering hamstring injury and a new knee issue and then was listed as doubtful for Week 16 action, this comes as no surprise. With Adams sidelined for the first time this season, Konata Mumpfield, Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington and Xavier Smith will be the wide receivers available to work alongside clear-cut top option Puka Nacua. Adams' next chance to suit up is Monday, Dec. 29 in Atlanta.