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Kiner turned six carries into 11 yards during Wednesday night's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks.

Kiner operated as the Patriots' No. 2 running back behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson with TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) unavailable. Kiner was on the field for eight of the team's 71 total offensive snaps, with Stevenson (60) handling the lion's share. If Henderson is sidelined again in Week 2, Kiner will likely operate in a similar role against the Steelers.

Larison reverted to New England's practice squad Thursday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Larison was elevated for Wednesday's season-opening loss to Seattle and logged three offensive snaps, catching both of his targets for nine yards. The 24-year-old also returned two kickoffs for 49 yards. Larison's opportunity came as a result of TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) missing Wednesday's contest, and Henderson's status for Week 2 will likely factor into Larison's likelihood of being elevated for that game. Even if Larison gets elevated again, though, he'll likely continue to work behind Rhamondre Stevenson (60 snaps Wednesday) and Corey Kiner (eight).

Jones played 17 special-teams snaps during the Seahawks' 13-10 win versus the Patriots on Wednesday.

Jones' only notable involvement in Week 1 came in the third quarter when he downed a punt at New England's six-yard line, setting up a three and out. The Seahawks will be able to elevate him twice more before they'd have to sign him to the active roster in order for him to suit up.

Williams (Achilles) was a limited participant in practice for the second day in a row Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

The cornerback tore his Achilles in December of last season, began training camp on the active/PUP list and was activated from the PUP list in late August. While Williams remains limited in practice, he is out there, indicating that he at least has a chance to play Sunday against the Chargers. The 2023 third-round pick recorded 46 tackles (25 solo), five pass breakups, including an interception, and a forced fumble across 10 games in 2025.

Williams wasn't targeted in the Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seahawks on Wednesday night.

Williams played 12 of 71 offensive snaps and ran just seven routes on 36 dropbacks by Drake Maye. He played another four snaps on special teams, returning a pair of kicks for 58 yards. With A.J. Brown (ankle) now looking at an extended absence, Williams should see a bigger role on offense behind Romeo Doubs over the next few weeks. The big-play threat will be a name to watch on the waiver wire in fantasy but isn't someone worth adding outside of deep leagues at the moment.

Taylor-Demerson (ribs) did not participate in practice Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

The safety was a limited participant Wednesday. Taylor-Demerson initially suffered the injury during the preseason. He's moving in the wrong direction ahead of Arizona's Week 1 matchup with the Chargers on Sunday.

Spann-Ford signed a three-year extension with the Cowboys on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Spann-Ford has played in all 34 regular-season games with Dallas during his first two NFL seasons and is now set to remain with the club for the foreseeable future. The Minnesota product hasn't been a big part of the Cowboys' passing game, logging only 18 catches during those 34 contests, but he has contributed solid blocking in a rotational role. Spann-Ford should continue to work behind starter Jake Ferguson and alongside fellow reserve Luke Schoonmaker in 2026.

The Lions signed Kennedy from their practice squad to their active roster Thursday.

Kennedy initially missed the cut for Detroit's 53-man roster for 2026, but he's now back in the fold with Week 1 looming. He could be tasked with punt-return duties Sunday versus the Saints.

Kacmarek (calf) was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day Thursday, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.

The tight end emerged from the Dolphins' last preseason game with an undisclosed issue that was eventually revealed to be a calf injury. He appears to still be dealing with it, though he did tell Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald on Wednesday that he expects to play in Miami's season opener Sunday against Las Vegas. The rookie third-round pick is the backup to Greg Dulcich on the depth chart.

Thompson (hip) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

Thompson's injury was previously undisclosed, but it's now known that it's a hip injury that threatens to keep him out of Week 1 action. He'll likely have to practice in full Friday to avoid taking an injury designation going into the weekend.