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Mitchell was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a finger injury, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Mitchell wasn't included on the Jets' initial Week 3 injury report released Wednesday, so the finger issue may have been something that popped up during Thursday's session. The Jets haven't revealed whether the injury is anything that will affect Mitchell's availability for Sunday's game in Detroit, but his activity at Friday's practice will bear monitoring nonetheless. Through the first two games of the season, the Jets' No. 2 wideout has reeled in nine of 15 targets for 123 yards.

Monangai (knee) was listed as a DNP on Thursday's practice estimate.

Monangai dealt with a hamstring issue during Week 2 prep and now is tending to a knee injury as the Bears gear up for Monday's matchup with the Eagles. He'll have two more chances to mix back into drills Friday and Saturday, at which point Chicago could clear the air about his status. Through two games this season, Monangai has accrued 24 touches for 182 yards from scrimmage and one rushing touchdown.

Williams (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's estimated practice report.

Williams didn't take part in Wednesday's unofficial practice and then wouldn't have taken part one day later if the Bears had held a session. Backup QB Tyson Bagent had the same listing as Williams on Thursday, meaning Case Keenum remains the sole healthy and available signal-caller on the active roster. Williams is dealing with a hamstring injury that he sustained in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Vikings, and it remains to be seen if he has any chance to play Monday against the Eagles.

Jones (knee) was present for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Kevin Seifert of ESPN reports.

Jones looks to be trending up after missing practice Wednesday. He took on a significant workload in Jordan Mason's absence in Week 2 with 23 carries, but did not come out unscathed. The veteran isn't a sure thing to play in Week 3 at this stage, though the current trajectory is encouraging. If Jones is ultimately unable to suit up, DeeJay Dallas and Demond Claiborne would be next up for the Vikings.

Darnold (glute) said Thursday that he's "feeling good" and aiming to play Sunday at Washington, but the Seahawks are taking the situation "day by day," John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Darnold got back on the practice field Wednesday as a limited participant, splitting reps with No. 2 QB Drew Lock. Coach Mike Macdonald told Brady Henderson of ESPN.com that Darnold was "on a good track" to return to action for the first time since Seattle's first drive of the season Week 1. Darnold's activity level is expected to increase as the week goes on, but Thursday's injury report will reveal if he was limited again or upgraded to full participation.

Spears (ankle) wasn't seen on the field during the open portion of Thursday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN reports.

Fellow running back Tony Pollard (ankle) was back on the field Thursday, but Spears looks to be trending toward a second straight missed practice while he contends with a sore ankle. Spears' status for Sunday's game against the Giants will become clearer when Friday's injury report is released.

Bell (knee) said Thursday that he'll be ready to play Sunday against the Chiefs, C. C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

Per Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Bell said that he's experiencing some fluid buildup and soreness in his surgically repaired left knee, though doctors told him that it was nothing worrisome. The Dolphins have still been managing the rookie receiver carefully this week nonetheless, as he was a limited participant in Wednesday's session and was spotted working off to the side during the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Though Bell is tracking to suit up Sunday, he may need to practice fully Friday to avoid taking an injury designation into the weekend.

Barkley (shoulder) is taking part in practice Thursday while sporting a protective device on his shoulder and neck area, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Barkley is wearing a "cowboy collar," which is a molded foam protection device that prevents the head from jerking backward. He missed a chunk of this past Sunday's win over the Titans due to a stinger in his shoulder and neck area, so it's encouraging that Barkley is participating in practice Thursday, though it remains to be seen if he'll be listed as a full or limited participant. The Eagles play on Monday Night Football in Week 3 against the Bears, who face an uncertain quarterback situation.

Pollard (ankle) returned to practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

After sitting out Wednesday's session due to his ankle issue, Pollard's return is a positive sign for Tennessee's lead running back heading into Week 3 prep. Pollard's availability for Week 3 is particularly important, with Tyjae Spears (ankle) not present for the open portion of Thursday's practice. Friday's practice will tell the tale for Pollard's status going into the Titans' matchup with the Giants.

Coker (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's injury report.

After getting in a limited session Wednesday, Coker was unable to get any work one day later due to a lingering ankle issue. He was joined as a non-participant by fellow WR Xavier Legette (knee) on Thursday, leaving Brycen Tremayne and John Metchie as the other healthy options at the position behind No. 1 Tetairoa McMillan.