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Wright (knee) is participating in the early portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Wright's participation level for Thursday is still to be determined, but he could be in line to upgrade to 'limited' activity for the first time since undergoing right knee surgery late August. The second-year pro was sidelined Week 1 and is working to gain clearance in time for Sunday's divisional matchup against New England.

Giants head coach Brian Daboll said that Nabers (back) will be a full practice participant Thursday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

Nabers opened Week 2 prep Wednesday as a limited participant while he managed some back tightness, which had previously cropped up in training camp before rearing its head again last Friday. Despite being held out of drills in the final Week 1 practice session, Nabers headed into last Sunday's game against the Commanders without an injury designation and played 64 of 68 offensive snaps in the 21-6 loss en route to a 5-71-0 receiving line on 12 targets. The second-year wideout appears to have emerged from the season opener without any setbacks, so his limitations Wednesday were most likely maintenance-related. Nabers should be ready to handle a full workload and will be locked in as quarterback Russell Wilson's top target for this Sunday's game in Dallas.

Taylor (ankle) was present for Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

After being deemed a non-participant Wednesday, Taylor's presence at the start of Thursday's session bodes well for the rookie tight end's chances of being available Sunday against the Bills. The Jets' upcoming injury report will reveal Taylor's participation level Thursday.

Wilson is expected to step into a starting role at inside linebacker Sunday versus the Falcons, with Blake Cashman (hamstring) in line to miss time, Kevin Seifert of ESPN reports.

Wilson was productive off the bench Week 1 against the Bears, racking up five total tackles, a tackle for a loss and a QB hurry while playing 25 of 67 defensive snaps after Cashman's early exit. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said Wednesday that Cashman is expected to miss time, positioning Wilson to start in Sunday Night Football versus Atlanta in Week 2, and potentially longer.

Loveland finished with two receptions for 12 yards on two targets in Monday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

The rookie first-round pick took the field for 38 of the Bears' 67 snaps on offense, but he still served as the team's No. 2 tight end behind veteran Cole Kmet, who started and logged 60 snaps while finishing with a 31-yard reception on four targets. Though Loveland brings more pass-catching upside to the table than Kmet, he could need more practice reps to get comfortable in head coach Ben Johnson's offense before carving out a larger role after he sat out rookie minicamp and OTAs while recovering from shoulder surgery.

Godwin (ankle) is expected to practice Thursday in a limited fashion, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Assuming Godwin does in fact go down as a limited participant on the Buccaneers' first Week 2 practice report, it would mark the wideout's first on-field work since he dislocated his left ankle in an Oct. 21 game against the Ravens. After undergoing an initial surgery in October, Godwin required a more minor secondary procedure in the spring to fix some of the hardware in the ankle. Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista of NFL Network previously reported Sunday that Godwin isn't expected to be ready to make his 2025 debut until at least the Buccaneers' Week 5 matchup with the Seahawks on Oct. 5, but Tampa Bay's decision not to place the receiver on injured reserve will allow him to practice with the team until he's deemed ready for game action. According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, Godwin is expected to take part in two of the Buccaneers' three practices this week, but he could ramp up his activity further in Week 3.

Purdy, whom head coach Kyle Shanahan has called a "longshot" to play Sunday against the Saints, could miss 2-to-5 weeks with a turf toe variant, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

While Shanahan has yet to rule Purdy -- who is also managing a left shoulder injury -- out for Week 2, the coach acknowledged Wednesday that the quarterback's toe injury could sideline him for multiple weeks. Added context regarding Purdy's status should arrive Thursday, but in any case, all signs point to backup Mac Jones drawing at least one start while Purdy recovers from his injuries.

Dotson (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Dotson suffered a sprained ankle in the team's 14-9 victory over the Texans in Week 1, and his status for Week 2 is now in doubt. If Dotson can't play Sunday against Tennessee, Beaux Limmer is the top candidate to draw the start at right guard.

Kelly was estimated as a non-participant in practice Wednesday due to a toe issue.

Kelly logged all 56 of the Vikings' offensive snaps versus Chicago on Monday but hurt his toe in the process. His participation level (or lack thereof) throughout the rest of the week should provide more insight on whether he'll be able to suit up Sunday against the Falcons. If Kelly can't play in that game, Michael Jurgens may be asked to start at center.

Avila (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

Avila suffered a sprained ankle in the team's 14-9 win over the Texans in Week 1, and he has now opened the week of practice on the sidelines. The offensive guard will have two more chances to return to practice this week before Sunday's matchup with the Titans. If Avila does end up missing Week 2, Justin Dedich is the top candidate to start at left guard in his place.