Carter (illness) won't practice Thursday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

The 21-year-old has now opened the Giants' week of practice with consecutive DNPs due to an illness. Carter likely needs to practice in some capacity Friday in order to suit up for the Week 18 matchup against the Cowboys. If he's sidelined Sunday, expect Chauncey Golston to have an expanded role in the Giants' linebacker corps.

O'Neill (heel) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

O'Neill was sidelined for the Week 17 win over the Lions due to a heel injury, so Wednesday's limited session could be a sign that he's trending in the right direction. The veteran offensive lineman likely needs to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into Sunday's season finale against the Packers.

Dotson (ankle) was a non-participant in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

The 29-year-old has not returned to practice since sustaining an ankle injury in the Week 16 loss to the Seahawks. Dotson likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to play in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Cardinals.

Jackson (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

Jackson was estimated as a limited participant Wednesday after missing the Rams' Week 17 loss to the Falcons due to a knee injury. If the Iowa product returns for Los Angeles' Week 18 matchup against the Cardinals, he'll likely start at left tackle.

Ruiz (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

The Michigan product has missed the Saints' last two games due to an ankle injury, but Wednesday's limited session suggests he could be nearing a return. Ruiz likely needs to upgrade to full practice Thursday or Friday in order to avoid an injury designation in the Week 18 matchup against the Falcons on Sunday.

Hunt (biceps) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

The 29-year-old practiced in full Tuesday and Wednesday but must still be activated to the Panthers' active roster in order to play in Saturday's divisional matchup, a game that could decide the winner of the NFC South. Hunt made the Pro Bowl in 2024 and would be a huge addition to Carolina's offensive line, operating as the team's top right guard if active for the Week 18 contest.

Johnson (illness) will not practice Thursday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Johnson missed Week 17 due to illness and has since sat out back-to-back contests, making his status for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Cowboys legitimately uncertain. He will have one more opportunity to get back on the practice field Friday.

Barnes (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Despite Barnes' questionable designation, he practiced in full throughout the week, suggesting he's trending toward playing in Saturday's regular-season finale. The UCLA product has tallied 17 total tackles across six appearances for the Panthers this season. If active for the Week 18 contest, expect Barnes to contribute primarily on special teams while playing a depth role in Carolina's linebacker corps.

Cherelus (calf/ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

The 26-year-old from Alcorn State sustained ankle and calf injuries during the Week 17 loss to the Seahawks and didn't practice throughout the week, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined Saturday. Cherelus had been filling in for the injured Trevin Wallace (IR, shoulder) in Carolina's linebacker corps, recording 32 total tackles and one pass defensed over 14 appearances this season. While Cherelus is out in Week 18, expect Bam Martin-Scott to start alongside Christian Rozeboom.

Moore (elbow) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Moore practiced in full for the third consecutive week and could appear in his first game since the Week 4 loss to the Patriots during Saturday's divisional matchup. However, he must still be added to Carolina's active roster in order to play in the Week 18 contest. If the veteran wideout is active Saturday, he'll likely play a depth role in the team's receiving corps.