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Molden (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Molden was unable to practice all week due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 14 against the Eagles. He'll be sidelined for Sunday's game, which opens the door for Tony Jefferson to start at safety. Molden will aim to return for the Chargers' Week 16 tilt against the Cowboys on Sunday, Dec. 21.

Nolen (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Nolen missed the Cardinals' last two games due to a knee injury, but he has been given the green light to play Sunday after going through pregame warmups. The rookie first-rounder's return means there will be less snaps available for fellow defensive tackles PJ Mustipher and Dalvin Tomlinson.

Graham (ribs) is active for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Graham logged a pair of DNPs to begin the week but was able to practice in a limited capacity Friday. That will be enough for him to take the field Sunday versus the Bears. Graham has had a big role in his rookie campaign, starting all 13 of the Browns' games to date and producing 34 tackles (including 0.5 sacks) and four defensed passes.

Johnson (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Johnson will be a healthy scratch for the third time in four games. The Jets will roll with John Metchie, Adonai Mitchell, Isaiah Williams, Allen Lazard and Arian Smith as the active wide receivers for Sunday's contest. Johnson's next chance to play is Week 16 against the Saints on Sunday, Dec. 21.

Bitonio (knee/back) is active for Sunday's battle against the Bears.

Bitonio dealt with injuries to his knee and back during the week and logged a DNP/DNP/LP practice progression. He was given a designation of questionable entering the weekend but will be able to take the field Sunday and should take on his usual role as Cleveland's starting left guard.

McDuffie (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

McDuffie sustained a knee injury against the Texans in Week 14. He looked to be trending in the right direction to play Week 15 after logging a full practice Friday, but his knee issue is severe enough for him to miss Sunday's AFC West tilt. Nohl Williams saw more snaps in the secondary following McDuffie's exit in Week 14, and the former should draw the start at corner alongside Mike Edwards and Jaylen Watson.

Harris is expected to serve as the Chargers' primary 'X' receiver in Sunday's game against the Chiefs with Quentin Johnston (groin) inactive for the contest, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Though wideouts Ladd McConkey and Keenan Allen as well as tight end Oronde Gadsden are likely to remain prioritized in the passing game ahead of him, Harris should see his role grow in Week 15. The rookie second-round pick has thus far drawn considerable praise for his physicality as a run blocker, but he should be in line for more route-running opportunities Sunday. When Johnston was previously sidelined Week 6 against Miami while tending to a hamstring injury, Harris set season highs in snap share (83 percent) and targets (five) and finished with four catches for 27 yards.

Corley (concussion) is active for Sunday's clash against Chicago.

Corley suffered a concussion last Sunday against Tennessee, but he's since been able to clear concussion protocol and is set to suit up Sunday. The second-year wideout has had an inconsistent role in Cleveland's offense, though he had logged a snap share north of 25 percent in each of the four weeks prior to getting hurt. Corley has also been working as one of the team's top kick returners.

Howell (coach's decision) is inactive but will serve as the Eagles' emergency third quarterback against the Raiders on Sunday, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

As the emergency QB3, Howell is not allowed to play Sunday unless both Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee leave the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

Smartt (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Smartt entered the league's concussion protocol following the Jets' Week 14 loss to the Dolphins. He ended the week with a full practice Friday and has been given the green light to play Sunday after being evaluated by an independent neurologist. Smartt will have the opportunity to serve as the Jets' TE2 behind Jeremy Ruckert due to Mason Taylor (neck) being inactive.