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Bradford (back) did not participate at the Seahawks' practice Thursday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Bradford was a full participant at practice to open the week Wednesday, but he popped up on the injury report Thursday with a back issue. It's unclear what the severity of the injury is, and he will look to return to practice Friday. If Bradford is unavailable for Sunday's regular-season opener against the 49ers, Bryce Cabeldue is a candidate to start at right guard in his place.

VanSumeren has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's contest against the Cowboys after suffering a knee injury, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reportss.

VanSumeren went down with an injury on the opening kickoff, which is now understood to be a knee issue. The fullback may be facing a prolonged absence, and more information on his status will likely come in the near future.

Woolen did not participate in Thursday's practice due to an illness, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Woolen didn't appear on Wednesday's injury report, indicating that he recently came under the weather. The severity of his illness isn't clear, but Friday's practice report will provide clarity on his status for Week 1 against the 49ers on Sunday. If Woolen is unable to play, Derion Kendrick, Devon Witherspoon and Nehemiah Pritchett would be the top candidates to start at outside corner opposite Josh Jobe.

Young (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Young opened the week as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, so his DNP is a trend in the wrong direction. He would need to return to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday to have a chance at playing in Sunday's regular-season opener against the 49ers. Young is slated to start the season in a depth role at wide receiver, but he would be in line to see an uptick in offensive snaps in Week 1 if Jake Bobo (concussion) is not cleared to play.

Gross-Matos (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

It's a step in the right direction for the 2020 second-rounder, who was unable to practice Wednesday due to a lingering knee injury. His practice participation Friday will indicate his chances of playing in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Seahawks. Robert Beal, Bryce Huff and Sam Okuayinonu would be candidates to see an increased snap count at defensive end behind starters Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams if Gross-Matos is not cleared to play.

Watkins (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

The rookie fourth-rounder is working through a high-ankle sprain that he suffered in the 49ers' preseason game against the Broncos in early August. He didn't practice Wednesday, but his ability to practice in a limited capacity Thursday indicates that he is progressing in his recovery. Friday's practice report will provide added clarity on his status heading into Sunday's regular-season opener against Seattle. If he's cleared to play, Watkins could see a fair number of snaps on offense if Jauan Jennings (calf) is sidelined.

James (finger) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

James broke his finger in early August and has been a limited participant in each of the first two practices of the week. The rookie fifth-rounder figures to see minimal work out of the backfield this season. However, with Christian McCaffrey popping up on Thursday's injury report due to a calf injury, James could be thrust into the RB3 role behind Brian Robinson and Isaac Guerendo (shoulder) if McCaffrey is unable to play in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Seahawks.

Carter was ejected from Thursday's game after appearing to spit on Dak Prescott, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Carter didn't record a snap before being ejected. He approached the Cowboys' huddle as an injured player was being evaluated by trainers. Carter then exchanged words with Prescott and appeared to spit on the quarterback directly in front of an official. Carter's absence will leave a significant hole along the Eagles' defensive line.

The Buccaneers waived Majors (knee) from injured reserve with an injury settlement Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Majors was slated to miss the entire 2025 season after reverting to the Bucs' injured reserve. Now that he's been let go with an injury settlement, he'll have the chance to sign with a team in need of depth at center once he's fully recovered from his knee injury.

Robinson (illness) returned to practice Thursday as a full participant.

Robinson was idle Wednesday. The veteran tackle signed with the Texans back in March but lost the starting left tackle job to second-round rookie Aireontae Ersery.