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Davis (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Davis was listed as questionable after Friday's practice. The cornerback was unable to practice at all in Week 2, making it unsurprising that he will be incapable of suiting up for Sunday's contest. Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports that Charles Woods is likely the next man up at outside cornerback.

Van Ness (concussion) no longer holds any injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets.

Van Ness has completed the NFL's five-step concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's contest. The starting weakside linebacker was cleared by an independent neurologist and is all set to suit up opposite strongside linebacker Barryn Sorrell for the Packers' away contest with the Jets.

Hargrave (concussion/knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets.

Hargrave was listed as doubtful after Friday's practice, so it is no surprise that the nose tackle has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. The 33-year-old was able to log only one limited practice session throughout Week 2, meaning he will still need to upgrade to full participation and clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in Week 3 before even thinking about stepping back on a game-day field.

The Saints elevated Austin from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

Austin was elevated for the Saints' 31-30 overtime loss to the Lions in Week 1. The wide receiver played just six total snaps in the contest that ran past four quarters. Austin will likely play a similar role against the Ravens in Week 2, only making it onto the field as a depth option when necessary.

The Jaguars elevated Mullens to the active roster from the practice squad Saturday.

Mullens was elevated for the Jaguars' Week 1 win over the Browns last Sunday. The quarterback took seven offensive snaps for the team in the fourth quarter, once the game was all but over. The 31-year-old veteran is set to play the backup role to Trevor Lawrence again and should only enter the game if Lawrence goes down or the team gets to garbage time.

Gray (concussion) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Gray logged three straight practices as a full participant in Week 2. The starting weakside linebacker has been cleared by an independent neurologist to play in Sunday's contest and is all set to suit up opposite James Williams (elbow) or Owen Pappoe on the strong side.

Porter (back) wants a long-term contract, regardless of where he will play it out, Jonathan Jones of the Athletic reports.

Porter has already been ruled out ahead of the Steelers' matchup with the Patriots on Sunday due to a back issue. The cornerback has consistently logged limited sessions with the issue, but there is a chance he is holding back as he awaits a long-term extension. If the Steelers are adamant about saving cap space, the inevitable result of the dispute may be a trade.

Wilson is set to see more snaps as an outside receiver during Sunday's game against the Patriots, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Wilson is set to be the No. 2 wide receiver Sunday behind DK Metcalf due to the injury to Michael Pittman (ankle). Wilson saw 54 percent of the Steelers' offensive snaps in the Week 1 win over the Falcons, a number that should increase as the 25-year-old takes on a more critical role. The wide receiver saw six targets in Week 1 and will likely see even more against the Patriots unless the opponent chooses to have standout cornerback Christian Gonzalez follow the third-year player.

Bernard is set to be the No. 3 option at wide receiver in Sunday's game against the Patriots, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

The second-round rookie will have his first opportunity as a starting member of the Steelers offense due to Michael Pittman (foot) being ruled out ahead of the contest. Bernard saw just three offensive snaps in the team's Week 1 win over the Falcons, a number that should skyrocket in Week 2.

Pittman (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at New England, Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

Pittman opened Week 2 prep with a limited practice Wednesday due to a foot injury that then kept him out of drills entirely Thursday and Friday, leaving him questionable ahead of the weekend. The Steelers have opted to downgrade Pittman to out for Sunday, meaning Roman Wilson and rookie second-round pick Germie Bernard are in line for larger roles in the passing game behind No. 1 option DK Metcalf.