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Wingard (concussion) did not practice Wednesday.

Wingard started and logged an 86 percent defensive snap share this past Sunday versus Tennessee, but he appears to have suffered a concussion along the way. He'll need to clear the NFL's concussion protocol in order to suit up against the Colts in Week 14. If Wingard isn't able to play, Rayuan Lane may be asked to step into a starting role.

Hooker (ribs) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

Hooker sustained this rib injury late in the fourth quarter of last week's loss to the Jaguars, but it doesn't look like this will be a lingering issue ahead of a Week 14 clash against the Browns. The 2019 fourth-round pick has produced 63 tackles (46 solo), seven pass breakups and a sack through 12 games this season.

Moore (illness/ankle) was listed as a non-participant during Wednesday's walkthrough.

Moore was listed on the injury report with this ankle injury last week, but he was still a full practice participant. Thus, it's likely that Moore's illness is what's keeping him out of practice instead of the ankle issue. Moore has posted 36 tackles (20 solo), five pass breakups, 1.5 sacks and a pick-six through nine games. Chris Lammons likely will start at slot cornerback if Moore can't play Sunday versus the Jaguars.

Lloyd (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

This marks Lloyd's first official practice of the 2025 regular season, as he's been on injured reserve since cut-down day in late August with what before Wednesday was deemed a hamstring issue. A calf injury was listed as the reason for his restrictions to begin Week 14 prep, and he'll now have two more sessions to prove his health before the Packers potentially give him a chance to make his season debut Sunday against the Bears.

When asked Wednesday about the potential return of Hampton (ankle) for Monday night's game against the Eagles, coach Jim Harbaugh said "that question will be answered as the week unfolds...but what can I tell you, he's on track and looking good," Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Hampton's 21-day practice window was opened last Tuesday, but the running back wasn't activated for Sunday's win over the Raiders after being limited at practice Wednesday through Friday. Added context regarding Hampton's Week 14 status will arrive via this Thursday's injury report, but it appears as though he's nearing a return to his first game action since Week 5.

Walker (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Walker hurt his knee against the Chargers in Week 11. He has missed Jacksonville's subsequent two games and hasn't practiced during that span. Walker's DNP to begin Week 14 prep isn't a good sign for his chance to return to action Sunday versus Indianapolis, but he'll have two more days this week to return to practice in some capacity.

Lewis (ankle) was listed as a non-participant for Wednesday's practice.

Lewis missed three straight games with a groin injury before returning for the last two weeks, although he logged less than 30 percent of the defensive snaps in each outing. Now, he's back on the injury report with an ankle injury. Getting on the field for Thursday's practice will be crucial to his chances to play Sunday versus the Jaguars.

Jones (shoulder) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

Jones made an early exit from this past Sunday's defeat in Seattle due to a shoulder injury, but Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Monday that the Vikings don't consider it to be serious, and the running back will be considered day-to-day. Opening Week 14 prep with at least some drills generally is a good sign that Jones at least has a chance to be available Sunday versus the Commanders, but how he fares Thursday and/or Friday likely will determine if he has a designation for that contest or is ruled out ahead of time.

McCarthy (concussion) practiced fully Wednesday.

Coach Kevin O'Connell told Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com on Monday that McCarthy was closing in on gaining clearance from the concussion protocol, and a full session to begin Week 14 prep indicates he's on the precipice of doing so. A meeting with an independent neurologist still must take place, but he'll have a few more days to get cleared before Sunday's matchup with the Commanders. McCarthy will take back the reins of the Vikings offense from undrafted rookie QB Max Brosmer once he's able to play again.

Andrews agreed to a three-year extension with the Ravens on Wednesday.

Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, Andrews' deal is reportedly worth $39.3 million and includes $26 million guaranteed. The veteran tight end was slated to become a free agent after the 2025 season, but he's now under contract with the Ravens through 2028. In 12 games this year, the 30-year-old has caught 37 of his 52 targets for 332 yards and a team-high five receiving TDs. .