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Bellinger (neck) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Bellinger has been limited in both of the Giants' first two Week 8 practices, so he may need to upgrade to full participation in Friday's session to avoid taking a questionable tag into this Sunday's game in Philadelphia. Though Bellinger has played second fiddle to Theo Johnson throughout the season, the Giants' depleted receiver depth has prompted head coach Brian Daboll to deploy two-tight-end sets more frequently in recent weeks. Bellinger has played more than half of the Giants' offensive snaps in three straight games, recording seven catches for 140 yards and a touchdown on eight targets during that stretch.

Downs (concussion) practiced fully Thursday.

After returning to a limited practice Wednesday, Downs -- who was inactive Week 7 -- upgraded to full participation a day later while shedding his non-contact jersey in the process, per James Boyd of The Athletic. Friday's injury report will reveal whether Downs carries an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans or is fully cleared to reclaim his role in a Colts WR corps that also features Michael Pittman and Alec Pierce.

Moore (Achilles) was a full participant at Thursday's practice.

Moore's absence Wednesday appears to have been for maintenance purposes after he returned from a three-game absence in this past Sunday's win over the Chargers. He should continue to man the nickel cornerback role Sunday against the Titans.

Johnson (back) did not practice Thursday.

Johnson has now missed back-to-back practices, making his status uncertain for Sunday's road game against the Ravens. He suited up for Chicago's last five regular-season games but only handled two carries (for 17 yards) across that span, so if Johnson misses time it shouldn't have a notable impact on the workloads of D'Andre Swift (groin) and Kyle Monangai. If Johnson can't go, Travis Homer figures to slot in as the Bears' third-string running back.

Lewis (shoulder) isn't listed on Thursday's injury report, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Lewis didn't play in the Week 7 win over the Jets, but he has regained health as the Panthers prepare to face the Bills on Sunday. He's expected to reprise his role as the starting left guard against Buffalo.

Young (ankle) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Per Newton, a Panthers team spokesperson said Thursday that Young remains day-to-day and has displayed some progress since suffering a right high-ankle sprain in this past Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets. That said, Young has yet to practice this week and doesn't seem to be trending toward playing in this Sunday's matchup with the Bills. Andy Dalton has taken all of the reps with the first-team offense Wednesday and Thursday and will likely be named the Panthers' Week 8 starting quarterback following Friday's practice.

Edmunds (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday.

Edmunds wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, so he appears to either be having his reps capped for maintenance reasons or to have sustained an ankle issue during practice. The starting linebacker has been a valuable fantasy contributor this season for IDP purposes, with 61 tackles (60 solo), including 1.0 sacks, plus four pass breakups, including three INTs, so his status will warrant monitoring closely. Unless Edmunds can resume practicing in full Friday, he'll likely be assigned an injury designation for Sunday's road matchup against the Ravens.

Gordon (groin/calf) was limited in practice Thursday.

Gordon wasn't listed on the injury report Wednesday, so it appears he sustained his groin and calf issues during practice. Unless he resumes practicing in full Friday, Gordon will likely carry an injury designation into the weekend as the Bears prepare for a road matchup against the Ravens on Sunday.

Santos (thigh) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

After following up a limited session Wednesday by taking every rep Thursday, Santos looks poised to return from a two-game absence to handle kicking duties for the Bears this Sunday in Baltimore. The Bears had elevated Jake Moody from the practice squad to serve as their placekicker in each of the previous two contests, with Moody knocking down all three of his point-after attempts and eight of nine field-goal tries.

Swift (groin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

A spectator for the Bears' first Week 8 practice session Wednesday, Swift was able to return to the field Thursday, albeit with a cap on his reps. Swift is coming off his two best performances of the season; he amassed 175 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown in a Week 6 win over the Commanders and 138 yards and another score in a Week 7 win over the Saints. Assuming he's able to make enough progress in his recovery from the groin issue to play this Sunday, Swift will be in line for a favorable matchup against a beat-up Baltimore defense that has given up 109.7 rushing yards per game versus running backs through six contests.