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The Jaguars signed Thornhill to their practice squad Monday.

The 30-year-old safety was dropped by the Steelers on Nov. 10 but has quickly found a new home in Jacksonville. Thornhill appeared in nine games for the Steelers this season, recording 38 total tackles and one pass defended across 313 defensive snaps. He could be elevated to the Jaguars' active roster and play a depth role in the team's secondary as the season progresses.

Morris secured one of three targets for 11 yards during Sunday's 35-6 win against the Chargers.

The 26-year-old operated as Jacksonville's No. 1 tight end Sunday, playing 50 of 71 offensive snaps with Hunter Long (hip) inactive and Brenton Strange (hip) still on injured reserve. Morris' third-quarter reception was his first of the campaign since he almost exclusively played special teams earlier in the season.

Dart remains in the league's concussion protocol, but the Giants are optimistic he'll be able to return in time for next Sunday's game against the Lions, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Dart missed the Week 11 loss to the Packers and has been checked for a concussion four times already this season, but it sounds like there's a chance the rookie quarterback will be back under center for Week 12 in Detroit. In Dart's absence against Green Bay, Jameis Winston made the start and completed 19 of 29 pass attempts for 201 scoreless yards and one interception. If Dart is unable to play against the Lions, Winston likely would make another start.

Washington caught both his targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 35-6 win against the Chargers.

The 2023 sixth-round pick entered Sunday's contest with 15 catches for 175 yards and a touchdown over the previous three games, but Washington was minimally involved in the passing game versus Los Angeles despite leading Jacksonville's wideouts with 54 offensive snaps. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence attempted just 22 passes, with Jakobi Meyers being the only pass catcher with more than three receptions or 25 receiving yards. No. 1 wideout Brian Thomas (ankle) was inactive after being labeled questionable, and his impending return should only further reduce Washington's involvement.

Lloyd (hamstring) is making good progress in his rehab, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

While he's still on injured reserve, Lloyd was seen off to the side at practice working up a sweat, signaling that his window of return may be close. The 24-year-old isn't able to participate in official practices until the Packers open his practice window, but with Josh Jacobs suffering a knee injury this week, even more attention will be on Lloyd's recovery.

Turner recorded seven total tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one pass defended in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Bears.

With Jonathan Greenard (shoulder) sidelined Sunday, Turner had an expanded role on the Vikings' defense. He tied his season high in snaps (65) and was one of two Vikings to sack Caleb Williams. Turner, a 2024 first-round pick from Alabama, has now recorded 38 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, and two passes defended over Minnesota's first 10 games this season. He could start opposite Andrew Van Ginkel again in the Week 12 matchup against the Packers if Greenard continues to miss time.

Metellus recorded 10 total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Bears.

Metellus reached double-digit tackles in a game for the first time this season Sunday. The Michigan product has now tallied 59 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and four passes defended, with two interceptions, over the Vikings' first 10 games this year. He's expected to remain an integral part of Minnesota's defense in the Week 12 matchup against the Packers.

Penix (knee) will be placed on injured reserve after he aggravated a bone bruise and knee sprain and sustained damage to his ACL in Sunday's loss to the Panthers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Additionally, according to Rapoport, Penix may need ACL reconstruction, which would obviously end his season and come with a lengthy rehab. However, it sounds like Penix is seeking additional opinions on the injury. With Penix expected to head to injured reserve, Kirk Cousins would be in line to start at least the next four games, and Penix would be ineligible to play before Week 16. The 3-7 Falcons have lost five straight games, and their season is circling the drain quickly. It may already be at the point that bringing Penix back at the end of the season wouldn't be worth it.

Head coach Todd Bowles told reporters Monday that Dean is considered day-to-day with a hip flexor strain, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

The veteran corner from Auburn played just two defensive snaps before exiting with a hip injury in the Buccaneers' Week 11 loss to the Bills. Dean's practice participation throughout the week will likely provide the best indication of whether he can suit up for the Week 12 matchup against the Rams.

Stroud is still in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol Monda, and his availability for Thursday's home game against the Bills remains uncertain, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Stroud has missed two straight games and now faces a short week of preparation before Houston's appearance on Thursday Night Football, and he has yet to resume practicing. As such, if Stroud remains a non-participant Monday, it will forecast Davis Mills drawing another start. Even if Stroud gets back on the practice field Monday, there are no guarantees he'll be available Thursday, as before returning to game action the 2023 first-round pick will need to gain full clearance from the concussion protocol, including from an independent neurologist.