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Bullard (calf) was designated to return from injured reserve by the Cowboys on Thursday.

Bullard had his 21-day practice window opened Thursday, and the defensive lineman logged a full practice, per Todd Archer of ESPN.com. The 33-year-old has been sidelined since suffering a calf injury in Week 3. It's unclear if Bullard will be good to go for Week 8, but he doesn't appear to be too far away from a return to action.

Hamilton (knee) was limited in practice Thursday.

Hamilton was injured during the Week 7 loss to Cincinnati. He didn't practice Wednesday and was observed wearing a brace on his right knee. Although the 25-year-old was a limited participant in Thursday's session, he should still be considered questionable for Sunday's game versus Buffalo. If Hamilton can't suit up, Keondre Jackson, Keyon Martin and K'Von Wallace are candidates for more snaps.

Wayne (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Wayne was also limited Wednesday, so his status for Sunday's clash against New England is hazy. Unless he's able to upgrade to full participation Friday, the wideout will likely be tagged with a designation heading into the weekend. In his debut with the Dolphins this past Sunday versus Tennessee, Wayne didn't draw a target on 10 offensive snaps while also playing six snaps on special teams.

Thomas (shoulder) was a limited participant at the Raiders' practice Thursday.

Thomas has logged back-to-back limited practices to open the week as a result of a shoulder injury he suffered in Week 7 versus the Rams. The tight end will have one more chance to log a full practice before Sunday's matchup with the Jets.

Oliver (knee) was a full participant at the Bills' practice Thursday.

Oliver made his return to practice Wednesday after missing the team's two most recent contests with a knee injury, but he now appears to be good to go for Week 8. The defensive lineman has recorded nine total tackles (three solo), including 0.5 sacks, while also recovering a fumble over three contests so far during the 2026 campaign.

Kacmarek (hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Kacmarek has now been limited two straight days to begin Week 8 prep while tending to a hamstring injury. He'll almost certainly enter the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest against the Patriots if he isn't able to practice in full Friday. Kacmarek has worked primarily as a blocker this season, but he does have three catches for 24 yards on six targets through six games.

Joseph (knee) was limited in Thursday's practice.

The Lions opened the 21-day practice window for Joseph on Wednesday. While he has been practicing in a limited capacity, there's still a chance he won't be cleared to suit up for Sunday's NFC North clash with the Vikings. If that is the case, Joseph's next opportunity to play will come in Week 9 in Miami.

Evans (triceps) was placed on injured reserve by the Panthers on Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official website reports.

Evans is dealing with a triceps injury, and he was unable to practice at all this week ahead of being ruled out for Thursday night's contest versus Green Bay. The 27-year-old will now be forced to miss at least four games while on IR, and in his absence, Will Lee, Malcolm DeWalt and Chau Smith-Wade will stand to operate as the team's primary options at cornerback.

Brents (neck/concussion) was a limited practice participant Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Brents suffered a concussion this past Sunday versus the Jets and didn't practice at all Wednesday. His ability to upgrade to limited participation Thursday is a good sign of progress, but the cornerback will still need to be cleared by an independent neurologist to be eligible to suit up Sunday against New England. Should Brents not get that clearance in time, Jaylin Simpson could be asked to step into a larger role in the Dolphins' secondary.

Gould (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Gould suffered a concussion in the Week 6 loss to the Titans and didn't play versus the Vikings in Week 7. He was estimated as limited in Wednesday's walkthrough, though his full participation in Thursday's practice suggests he will be out there Sunday versus the Jaguars.