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Reid (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Reid has missed consecutive games due to a knee injury. Thursday's full practice was enough to clear the strong safety of any injury designation, and he will be good to go for Sunday's game against the Jets. Reid's projected return means Jordan Howden will likely return to a depth role in the Saints' secondary.

Tipton (illness) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

Tipton was a new addition to Thursday's injury report. The wide receiver should be able to practice Friday, and even if he is unable to, he will likely be ready to suit up for Sunday as long as his immune system recovers. However, if Tipton is sidelined, Dante Pettis and Kevin Austin may see an expanded role in the Saints' offense.

Meyers and the Jaguars agreed to terms on a three-year, $60 million extension Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

This new contract includes $40 million in guarantees. Since arriving in Jacksonville at the trade deadline in early November, Meyers has helped the Jaguars go 5-1 by hauling in 27 of 38 targets for 355 yards and three touchdowns during that span. He'll now be tied to the organization through the 2028 campaign.

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

London popped up on the injury report Thursday after practicing in full Wednesday. It's unclear whether this shoulder injury is related to anything that caused him to miss time in November, but it's something to keep an eye on in practice Friday, and for his availability in Week 16 against the Cardinals. The 28-year-old has 21 sacks (14 solo), including 4.0 sacks, and one pass breakup in 10 games this season.

Williams (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Williams cleared the third step of the NFL's five-step concussion protocol Thursday by being cleared for non-contact practice. If the defensive tackle hopes to play Sunday, he will have to practice Friday and be cleared by an independent neurologist. If Williams can not be cleared of his concussion in time for Sunday's game, Kenny Clark and Solomon Thomas would be in line for expanded roles on the Cowboys' defensive line.

Luepke (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Luepeke took the third step toward clearing the NFL's five-step concussion protocol Thursday by upgrading to a limited participant after missing Wednesday's session. The fullback will have to practice Friday and be cleared by an independent neurologist in order to suit up for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Vaki (thumb) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Vaki upgraded to a full participant Thursday and was cleared of any injury designation after being limited with a thumb issue in Wednesday's session. The running back will likely continue in his role as a relief option behind starters Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Dorlus (illness/shoulder) did not participate in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Dorlus accounted for two tackles, including 1.0 sacks, in the Falcons' Week 15 win, but he has not practiced in back-to-back days to open the week. The 24-year-old is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Cardinals if he is unable to practice in any form Friday. Ruke Orhorhoro (groin), who was limited in practice Thursday, is listed as the next man up behind Dorlus. Should neither player be available, Kentavius Street could see an increased role against Arizona.

Hines-Allen (illness/shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Hines-Allen upgraded to limited participation Thursday after missing Wednesday's session due to a mix of illness and shoulder issues. Now back on the practice field, the defensive end will have one more opportunity to upgrade his participation and potentially dodge an injury designation before Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Goldman (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Eagles, Ben Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Goldman suffered a concussion in last Sunday's win over the Giants and was unable to practice all week. The defensive tackle's absence, combined with Jer'Zhan Newton's (illness) questionable status, leaves Sheldon Day as the only surefire depth option at the position for Saturday's contest.