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Hawkins (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday.

Hawkins played just 57 percent of defensive snaps Week 4 after essentially being an every-down starter the first three weeks of the regular season. It appears that change in workload was due to injury, making Hawkins' status unclear for Sunday's road divisional matchup against the Bills. He'll likely need to get back on the practice field Thursday and/or Friday to have a chance at playing Week 5.

Collins (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Collins was also limited by a listed knee issue last Wednesday before practicing fully both Thursday and Friday and approaching Week 4 action without an injury designation. With no reported setbacks in this past Sunday's 26-0 win over the Titans -- a game in which Collins handled an 86 percent snap share and caught four of his six targets for 79 yards -- there's a decent chance he'll follow the same pattern ahead of this weekend's contest against the Ravens.

Joseph (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Joseph dealt with the knee issue in practice last week but played last Sunday against the Browns. However, he aggravated the injury against Cleveland but was able to return to the game. It's unclear if he experienced a setback. Joseph's participation in practice Thursday and Friday will provide more information.

McNeill (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

The Lions officially opened McNeill's 21-day practice window Wednesday, and it's no surprise for him to be limited in his first on-field activity since suffering a right ACL tear Week 15 of the 2024 season. Once fully healthy, McNeill is expected to join DJ Reader as a starter along the interior of Detroit's offensive line. It's unclear whether he could have a chance to be activated to the 53-man roster in time to play Sunday versus Cincinnati.

Moreau (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Moreau and Taysom Hill (knee) both logged limited practice activity Wednesday after having had their 21-day practice windows opened. Meanwhile, starting tight end Juwan Johnson (foot) was unable to practice to open Week 5. Moreau opened the regular season on the reserve/PUP list and is now in the last stages of his recovery from knee surgery undergone in early January. If Johnson is at risk of missing any time due to injury, Moreau could be positioned to step into a notable role on offense once fully cleared to retake the field.

Carter (concussion) was estimated to be a DNP on Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

The Jets did not hold a practice on Wednesday so Carter's lack of participation is an estimate. Carter was concussed Monday night against the Dolphins and is now on a short week ahead of Sunday's date with the Cowboys. Isaiah Oliver was the biggest beneficiary of Carter's missed time against Miami.

Johnson (ankle) was estimated as a non-practice participant Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

The Jets did not hold a practice on Wednesday so Johnson's lack of participation is an estimate. Johnson was injured in Week 2 against the Bills and has missed the Jets' past two contests. Micheal Clemons, Braiden McGregor and Tyler Baron will continue to be options for increased playing time if Johnson needs to miss another game.

Hill (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.

After missing the first four games of the season, Hill has resumed on-field work as the Saints officially opened his 21-day window in which to practice and eventually be activated from the reserve/PUP list. His activity Wednesday included drills primarily with quarterbacks but also with tight ends, per Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football. Hill thus seems poised to operate in his previous roles around the Saints offense once he completes his recovery from the torn ACL that he suffered in his left knee Week 13 of the 2024 campaign.

Nwangwu (hamstring) was estimated as a non-practice participant on Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

The Jets did not hold a practice on Wednesday, so Nwangwu's lack of participation is an estimate. Nwangwu has missed the last three games. He played three snaps on special teams in Week 1, returning one kickoff for 33 yards.

Green (neck) doesn't carry an injury designation into Thursday night's game against the Rams, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Green missed last Sunday's loss to the Jaguars but will draw back into the lineup against Los Angeles. Green started each of the Niners' first three games and has logged 13 tackles (eight solo) and three pass breakups as an every-down cornerback.