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Carter (abdomen) does not have a game designation for Philadelphia's Week 8 matchup against the Commanders on Sunday.

Carter missed the Eagles' past two contests after suffering an injury to his abdomen in Week 5. The veteran safety was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday this week, but a full session Friday has cleared the way for him to return to action Sunday. Carter's return will give Philadelphia depth behind top safeties Andrew Mukuba and Marcus Epps.

Townsend (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Townsend injured his knee during the second half of the Titans' 27-24 Week 7 loss to the Browns. The injury prevented him from practicing all week, so the Titans will likely elevate Thomas Morstead from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's contest. Since Tennessee is on a bye for Week 9, Townsend's next chance to play is Week 10 against Jacksonville on Sunday, Nov. 15.

Rakestraw (ankle) does not have a game designation for Sunday's Week 8 tilt versus the Vikings.

Rakestraw suffered an ankle injury late in this past Sunday's win over Green Bay. He was held to limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday but was able to upgrade to full participation Friday. As such, Rakestraw is good to go for Sunday's big battle against Minnesota.

Johnson (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, Sam Warren of The Athletic reports.

Johnson was held out of practice all week due to a stinger, which he picked up in Week 7 against the Rams. The 2021 seventh-rounder has contributed mostly on special teams, but his absence means the Raiders may have to turn to the practice squad to replenish their depth at linebacker. Johnson's next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the 49ers on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Thomas (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Thomas may have tweaked his ankle in Week 7 against the Titans, and his injury limited his practice reps during Week 8 prep. He's mostly contributed on special teams, but his absence would also mean less depth in the secondary for Sunday's AFC North showdown.

Matiscik (shoulder) does not have a game designation for Sunday's clash against the Colts.

Matiscik hurt his shoulder Week 5 versus Philadelphia and missed Week 6 against Houston. Jacksonville was on bye last week, and that appears to have given Matiscik enough time to recover. He should reclaim the team's long-snapper duties Sunday.

Mitchell (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Mitchell will end up missing a second consecutive game while in the league's concussion protocol, and he was unable to participate in any practice during Week 8 prep. His next chance to play is Week 9 against the Chiefs on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Ioane (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's battle against Buffalo.

Ioane suffered a sprained MCL in his right knee this past Sunday against Cincinnati. He did manage a pair of limited practices to end Week 8 prep, but that's not enough for him to suit up Sunday. The Ravens have a short week ahead -- they play Jacksonville next Thursday -- which makes it more challenging for Ioane to avoid missing multiple games.

Brown (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Brown injured his back against the Rams in Week 5 but was able to play through the issue in Week 6. He was a DNP on Wednesday and Thursday before logging a limited session Friday, and if he cannot play Sunday, then Tylan Grable would be a top candidate to start at right tackle.

Hall (ankle) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hall missed Cleveland's pass three contests while dealing with an ankle injury. He logged a pair of limited practices to begin Week 8 prep before upgrading to full participation Friday, and he has been cleared to return Sunday. Hall will likely work in a rotational role at defensive tackle.