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Phillips (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Phillips has been nursing a foot injury since early November, but it has not been severe enough for him to miss any games, and that trend will continue Sunday. The 2018 third-rounder has recorded 38 tackles (13 solo), including 0.5 sacks, two pass defenses and one forced fumble through 11 regular-season games.

Jackson (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.

The offensive tackle has been out since Week 1, but he was activated from injured reserve Saturday. Jackson has started every game he's played in over the past four seasons.

Ransom is expected to start at safety in place of Tre'von Moehrig (suspension) against the Rams on Sunday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Ransom underwent a procedure on his hand earlier this month, but he seems to be back to full health now. The rookie has recently played about one-third of Carolina's defensive snaps, but he'll likely take on a much larger role Sunday. Moehrig's suspension is for just one game, so Ransom's time as a starter could be short-lived.

Brownlee (hip) is inactive for Sunday's Week 13 matchup versus the Falcons.

This became the likely scenario when Brownlee was downgraded from questionable to doubtful Saturday. The second-year cornerback popped up on the injury report as a DNP with a hip issue Friday, though it's unclear when or how he picked up the injury. Qwan'tez Stiggers and/or Isaiah Oliver may see an increased role in Brownlee's absence Sunday.

Kinsey (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars.

The wide receiver has been active for five games this season, and he's played mostly on special teams when he's been in there, though he did get some opportunities on offense the last two weeks with Chimere Dike (chest) and Elic Ayomanor (hamstring) nursing injuries. At the same time, Kinsey has never made more than two catches in a season in a pro career dating back to 2021.

Rodgers (wrist) will likely not line up under center in Sunday's game against the Bills, instead being deployed in shotgun and pistol formations, Jay Glazer reported on Fox NFL Sunday.

The idea behind this is that Rodgers will have less impact receiving the snap in his injured left wrist. This limitation might not be as significant as it might seem, because Rodgers already often is in shotgun or the pistol, more than other starting quarterbacks.

Woods (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Woods has been cleared to return Sunday from a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury. His return will likely result in rookie third-rounder Kevin Winston reverting to a rotational role at safety.

Armstead (hand) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Armstead was added to Saturday's injury report due to a hand injury, which is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Sunday's AFC South tilt. His absence means Austin Johnson, Maason Smith and Matt Dickerson are all candidates for increased snaps at defensive tackle alongside starter DaVon Hamilton. Armstead will look to progress enough in his recovery to return for Week 14 against the Colts on Sunday, Dec. 7.

Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Smith is a healthy scratch for the first time this season. He consistently logged significant offensive snap counts earlier in the season but has seen his playing time wane since New York traded for wideouts John Metchie and Adonai Mitchell. Given Smith's lack of production this season (six catches on 10 targets for 47 yards over 331 offensive snaps spanning 11 games), he may be getting phased out of New York's plans for game days.

Lindstrom (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Lindstrom has been working through a lingering foot injury since early November, but he has yet to miss a game this season. That trend will continue Sunday, when he'll start at right guard while Kyle Hinton provides depth at the position.