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Henderson (groin) was a limited participant at the Falcons' practice Wednesday, Daniel Flick of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Henderson was unable to practice at all last week before ultimately missing the team's Week 6 loss to the Bears while nursing a groin injury he suffered in Week 5 versus Baltimore. The cornerback's return to practice is a step in the right direction, and he will have two more chances to log a full practice before Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.

Baker (groin/illness) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Baker was able to play through his groin issue in Week 6 against the Rams, but now he's also dealing with an illness, and his status for Week 7 is in question. He'll probably have to manage a full practice Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Thomas (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Corbin K. Smith of EmeraldCitySpectrum.com reports.

Thomas has not participated in an on-field practice since sustaining his ankle injury in the Seahawks' Week 5 loss to the 49ers. The linebacker remains sidelined due to the injury, leaving Tyrice Knight (oblique) likely to fill in once again next to Ernest Jones in Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Hufanga (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Hufanga suffered an ankle injury during the Broncos' Week 5 win over the Chargers, and the severity of the injury was diagnosed as week-to-week. He didn't play against the Seahawks in Week 6, but he'll have two more opportunities to practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of Sunday's road tilt against the Cardinals. Devon Key will continue to operate in an expanded role in the Broncos' secondary for as long as Hufanga is sidelined.

Beck (back) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Beck has not played this regular season, as he's been designated as the Cardinals' emergency third quarterback for all six of their games so far. If he can get over the problem with his back by Friday, there's a good chance he'll fill that role again in Week 7 versus the Broncos.

Deablo (arm) did not participate at the Falcons' practice Wednesday, Daniel Flick of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Deablo suffered an arm injury in the first half of the team's 31-23 loss to the Bears in Week 6, and he was ultimately unable to return to action before the conclusion of the contest. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's contest against San Francisco.

Zaccheaus (shoulder) was a limited participant at the Falcons' practice Wednesday, Daniel Flick of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Zaccheaus appears to have picked up a shoulder injury during the team's 31-23 loss to the Bears in Week 6. The fact that he was able to practice in any capacity Wednesday would suggest that it is a minor issue, but the wide receiver will have two more chances to prove his health before Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.

Lock (elbow) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Corbin K. Smith of EmeraldCitySpectrum.com reports.

Lock remains limited in practice as the string of arm issues continues. The backup quarterback will need to practice both Thursday and Friday to have a shot at avoiding any injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

McKinstry (illness) was a full participant at the Saints' practice Wednesday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

McKinstry left the team's 34-27 win over the Giants in Week 6 with a migraine, but he is now back to full health ahead of Week 7. The 24-year-old will be tasked with trying to slow down DK Metcalf and Germie Bernard in Sunday's matchup with the Steelers in Paris.

Lane underwent surgery Oct. 9 to repair his fractured and dislocated ankle, and he is expected to be cleared for activities before OTAs, Tashan Reed of The Washington Post reports.

Lane sustained his season-ending ankle injury during the Commanders' Week 4 win against the Colts, and the injury was severe enough for him to stay in London overnight to be monitored and undergo additional tests. His absence has opened the door to more playing time for both Luke McCaffrey and Dyami Brown, and they are both candidates for another bump in playing time after Terry McLaurin tore his patellar tendon during the Commanders' 23-17 loss to the 49ers on Monday.