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Bowman (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

Bowman has been listed as a DNP for the first two practices of the week and has missed the Falcons' last two games due to a hamstring injury. He would have to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday to have a realistic chance of returning Sunday against the Dolphins.

Goedert (calf) practiced fully Thursday.

One day removed from being limited due to a calf injury Wednesday, Goedert handled every practice rep, signaling that the tight end is good to go for Week 8 action. Meanwhile, WR A.J. Brown (hamstring) remained sidelined but was seen working on the side Thursday, per Bob Brookover of NJ.com. Even if Brown ends up being active Sunday versus the Giants, Goedert could be a bit more featured in the Eagles offense if the former is at less than 100 percent. Goedert has taken full advantage of his 36 targets across six appearances this season, tallying 27 catches for 261 yards and five touchdowns to date.

The Ravens waived Mitchell-Paden on Thursday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Mitchell-Paden's removal from the roster indicates that fullback Patrick Ricard (calf) is on track to play against the Bears on Sunday. Mitchell-Paden could opt to stay in Baltimore on the practice squad if he clears waivers or explore his options and join a team in need of depth at tight end.

Jones (ribs) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Jones' ability to practice in full Thursday indicates he is past his rib injury and on track to play against the Jets on Sunday. The 2023 fourth-rounder has mostly served as a returner and recorded 423 yards on 18 kickoff returns and 78 yards on six punt returns through seven regular-season games.

Hudson (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Hudson opened the week as a limited practice participant Wednesday, so his full participation in Thursday's session seems to indicate he is progressing through the league's five-step concussion protocol. He will have to be cleared by an independent neurologist in order to play against the Jets on Sunday. Hudson's return would mean less snaps for Cam Grandy, though it wouldn't have a major impact on the playing time of Noah Fant and Drew Sample.

Young (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Young was held out of Wednesday's practice due to an illness, but he appears to no longer be under the weather and should be available for Sunday's NFC South clash against the Buccaneers. The 2020 first-rounder missed the first five games of the regular season due to a calf injury, but he played in Weeks 5 and 6 and logged four tackles (three solo), including 0.5 sacks, and two pass defenses over that span.

Humphrey (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

An illness prevented the veteran corner from practicing Wednesday, but his ability to practice without restrictions Thursday indicates he is no longer under the weather and tracking toward playing against the Bears on Sunday. Humphrey has 18 tackles (16 solo) and two pass defenses through five regular-season games.

Hamilton (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Hamilton's ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that the 2022 first-rounder is on track to play against the Bears on Sunday. He has accrued 35 tackles (19 solo), two pass defenses and one forced fumble through five regular-season games.

Key (quadriceps) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Thursday marked Key's first crack at on-field work since sustaining a quadriceps injury during the Titans' Week 5 win over the Cardinals. It's a step in the right direction for the 2018 third-rounder, though his chances of playing Sunday against the Colts won't be known until the Titans announce their injury designations following Friday's practice. Key has been sidelined for Tennessee's last two games due to his injury, which has resulted in more defensive snaps at outside linebacker for Jihad Ward and Jaylen Harrell.

Miller was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a finger injury, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

The injury appears to be a new issue for Miller, as he wasn't listed on Wednesday's practice report. His participation in Friday's practice will provide more clarity on his chances of playing against the Packers on Sunday. The 2019 sixth-rounder has served in a depth role at wide receiver this season, so a Week 8 absence would open the door to a slight uptick in offensive snaps for Ben Skowronek and Ke'Shawn Williams.