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Reed (wrist/thumb) was a full participant in Seattle's practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Reed (thumb) returned to practice for the first time since landing on injured reserve early last month with thumb and wrist injuries. The 32-year-old was designated to return earlier in the day and could have a chance to play in Sunday's matchup versus the Falcons. Once healthy, Reed should resume his role as a rotational defensive lineman.

Ford (calf) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Head coach Sean McVay said that he expects Ford to play in Sunday's game versus the Cardinals. Ford plays a consistent role as the team's starting nose tackle, and he has recorded 34 tackles (14 solo), 1.0 sacks and a pass breakup through 12 games.

Nolen (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Nolen originally suffered the injury in Week 12 and missed Arizona's Week 13 loss to Tampa Bay. He has been unable to practice in any capacity since suffering the injury, casting doubt on a potential Week 14 return.

Williams (lower leg) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Barshop added that head coach Sean McVay expects Williams to play in this Sunday's game versus the Cardinals. As the Rams' starting boundary cornerback, Williams has produced 22 tackles (15 solo), eight pass breakups and an interception through 10 games.

Okada (oblique) was a limited participant in Seattle's practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Okada played through his injury during the Week 13 win over the Vikings, so his reduced workload in practice is likely precautionary. The 26-year-old should continue to serve as the team's starting free safety during Sunday's matchup versus Atlanta.

Young (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Head coach Sean McVay said he expects Young to play in Sunday's game versus the Cardinals. Young is tied for eighth in the league with 10.0 sacks through 12 games, and his 61 tackles are just one shy of his career high. The Tennessee product is having an outstanding season, and he has an intriguing opportunity this week because Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett has been sacked 26 times through seven starts.

Speights (ankle) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Barshop adds that head coach Sean McVay expects Speights to play in this Sunday's game versus the Cardinals. The second-year linebacker out of LSU has been a fixture in the Rams' lineup, producing 56 tackles (28 solo) through 11 games.

Melton (heel) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Melton was held out of Arizona's Week 13 loss to the Jaguars with the same issue. He managed two limited practices last week, so it's unclear if he's suffered a setback.

Love (hamstring) was a limited participant in Seattle's practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Love managed to practice for the first time after being designated to return from injured reserve earlier in the day. The 2019 fourth-round pick has been on injured reserve since Nov. 1 but should have a chance to play in Sunday's matchup versus the Falcons if he's activated in time.

Kinchens (shoulder) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Kinchens missed the first two practices last week but still managed to play in the Week 13 loss to the Panthers, so he appears to be on the right track to play this week versus the Cardinals. The second-year safety has yet to miss a game during his career. He has produced 61 tackles (43 solo), six pass breakups, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries through 12 games this year.