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Dorlus (oblique) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Dorlus played through the oblique injury in Week 11 versus Carolina to the tune of a season-high 50 defensive snaps, so it's likely Atlanta is simply taking a cautious approach to begin Week 12 prep. He has two more chances to practice in full before the Falcons release their final practice report of the week Friday.

Harrison (knee) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Harrison has sat out three of Atlanta's last four games, and now his knee injury is threatening his status for Week 12. Unless he's able to get back to practice Thursday or Friday, it's not likely he's going to play Sunday at New Orleans.

Fries (knee) didn't participate in Minnesota's practice walkthrough Wednesday.

Fries hurt his calf in practice last week, although it's unclear if that's related to his current injury. If the 27-year-old ends up being unable to play in Sunday's game versus the Packers, Joe Huber would likely start at right guard in his place.

Johnson (back) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Johnson has missed the Cardinals' last two games due to a back injury, which has also prevented him from participating in practice. He has two more chances to practice in at least a limited capacity this week, and doing so would give him a chance to play against the Jaguars on Sunday. Rookie fifth-rounder Denzel Burke has stepped into a more prominent role in the secondary in Johnson's absence.

Deablo (forearm) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Deablo returned to action Wednesday for the first time since fracturing his left forearm in Week 7 at San Francisco, though he was held out of some drills. He donned a club over his hand to begin Atlanta's new week of preparation, which is something that he might be able to take into game action as soon as Sunday against New Orleans.

Kelly (concussion) was estimated to be a full participant in Minnesota's practice walkthrough Wednesday.

Kelly has been sidelined since Week 4 due to a concussion but appears closer to making his return. The team will still have to activate him off injured reserve before he's eligible to play again, but the 32-year-old should have a chance to be available for Sunday's matchup versus the Packers.

Alford (concussion) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Alford sat out Sunday's game versus the Panthers because of a concussion he sustained in Week 10 at Indianapolis, and he's still not back up to full speed as Atlanta begins Week 12 prep. He'll have to clear league concussion protocol Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Herbert (groin) was not listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Herbert missed the Jets' last two games due to a groin injury, but his absence from Wednesday's injury report indicates that he is on track to play against the Ravens on Sunday. His return gives the Jets additional depth in the backfield and another return option on kickoffs.

Hughes (neck) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Hughes has missed Atlanta's last two contests due to a lingering neck issue, but it appears he's back in playing shape to begin Week 12 prep. He projects to start on the boundary opposite A.J. Terrell against a pass-first New Orleans offense Sunday.

Tom (back) was a limited participant in Green Bay's practice Wednesday.

Tom has been dealing with a back injury since mid-October but has continued to play through it. His availability in Thursday and Friday's practice sessions will provide more clarity on his availability for Sunday's matchup versus the Vikings.