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Anzalone recorded six total tackles (three solo) and two interceptions in Sunday's 16-0 win over the Falcons.

Anzalone was able to secure exactly six takedowns for the second straight week, but his biggest impact came in the passing game. The linebacker intercepted Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix twice in the first quarter, jumping in front of a short passes intended for Drake London and Jahan Dotson. Anzalone has now registered 42 total tackles (17 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also notching a career-high three interceptions over eight games so far during the 2026 regular season.

Dean recorded 12 total tackles (two solo) during Sunday's 38-33 victory against the Jets.

Dean was able to notch exactly 12 stops for the fourth game in a row and fifth time this season. The linebacker is out to a great start to his first campaign in Las Vegas, registering 80 total tackles (38 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding an interception and three forced fumbles over eight contests so far.

Chinn recorded 10 total tackles (four solo) and an interception during Sunday's 38-33 win over the Jets.

Chinn had quite a day in Week 8, finishing second on the team in takedowns while also jumping in front of a deep ball from Jets quarterback Geno Smith for the safety's first interception of the year. Chinn has now compiled 56 total tackles (38 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and an interception over eight contests so far during the 2026 campaign.

Aiyuk's effort to secure his release by reporting to the 49ers' facility Friday could be complicated by roughly $13 million in bonus forfeiture he owes the team, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Pelissero notes that the NFL Management Council and the NFL Players Association are both involved in trying to reaching a resolution that is agreeable to both Aiyuk and the 49ers. It's possible that the embattled wideout could ultimately agree to pay back the money in order to potentially have an opportunity to move on with another club, but there's also a chance the issue goes to arbitration. Aiyuk is planning to show up at San Francisco's facility Friday, though that is unlikely to bring the matter to a close. In fact, it could take an extended period of time to sort out a path forward, especially if arbitration is brought into play.

Williams (knee) did not participate at Arizona's practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Williams has missed back-to-back practices to open the week as he nurses a knee injury he suffered in Week 8 versus the Cowboys. The offensive lineman will have one more chance to return to practice before Sunday's game versus Seattle, and if he's unable to play in Week 9, Josh Fryar could draw a start at left tackle in place of Williams.

Gaines (ankle) did not participate at the Cardinals' practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Gaines has missed back-to-back practices to open the week as he continues to nurse an ankle injury that he suffered in mid-October. The offensive lineman appears to be on track to miss a third game in a row Sunday versus the Seahawks.

Adams (ankle) was a limited participant at the Cardinals' practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Adams logged his second straight limited practice after being designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday. The offensive lineman will have one more chance to log a full practice before potentially being activated for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.

Nelson (knee) did not participate at the Seahawks' practice Thursday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Nelson was listed as a limited participant at the team's walkthrough practice Wednesday, but he took a step backwards at the team's first official practice of the week. The offensive lineman made his Seattle debut in Monday night's loss to the Bears, and he appears to have picked up a knee injury in the contest. Nelson will have one more opportunity to return to practice before Sunday's contest against Arizona.

Cross (ankle) did not participate at the Seahawks' practice Thursday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Cross was considered as a non-participant at the team's walkthrough practice Wednesday, and he has now missed the team's first official practice of the week. The offensive lineman hasn't practiced at all since suffering an ankle injury in Week 7 against Kansas City, and he appears to be trending towards missing a second straight game Sunday versus the Cardinals.

Simpkins (ankle) was a full participant at the Panthers' practice Thursday, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

Simpkins was considered to be a limited participant on the team's estimated practice report Wednesday, but he was back to being a full go at the first official practice of the week Thursday. The offensive lineman was unavailable for the team's Week 8 loss to the Packers due to an ankle injury, but he now looks to be back to full health prior to Sunday's matchup with Denver.