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Jackson (ankle), who has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, has a "real chance" to return to action next week against Cleveland, pending how he responds to rehab, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Jackson didn't practice in an fashion this week after he was sidelined for the entire second half of last Sunday's win over the Titans, but the Ravens remain optimistic that his ankle injury is a short-term concern. Though Tyler Huntley will get the starting nod in place of Jackson against Atlanta, Rapoport notes that the Ravens' franchise quarterback has been "in the building early working crazy to get himself back on the field" this week. Assuming the rehab work Jackson has put in translates into him returning to practice at some point next week, he should be able to meet his goal of playing after a one-game absence.

Williams (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Green Bay but isn't expected to suit up, is "pushing to play" Week 6 against the Falcons, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Back on Monday, head coach Ben Johnson announced that Tyson Bagent would start against the Packers, but the Bears elected not to rule Williams out for Week 5 entirely. Williams -- who has missed the Bears' last two games due to a Grade 2 right hamstring strain -- made a surprise return to practice Friday as a limited participant before he was given a questionable tag heading into the weekend. While he still isn't expected to be anything more than an emergency No. 3 quarterback behind Bagent and Case Keenum in Week 5, Williams' return to practice gives him a decent shot at returning to the starting role against Atlanta.

The Chargers placed Lance (groin) on injured reserve Saturday.

Lance has been on the Chargers' injury report since late September due to a groin issue. He suited up for each of the Chargers' last two games, but it appears his injury has regressed enough for him to warrant a stint on injured reserve. As such, Lance will be sidelined for at least four games, and the next time he can play is Week 10 against the Ravens on Sunday, Nov. 16. DJ Uiagalelei will be the Chargers' backup to Justin Herbert while Lance is sidelined.

The Dolphins waived Cook on Saturday.

The move makes room on the 53-man roster for Kenneth Grant (toe), who was activated from injured reserve Saturday. Cook will have the opportunity to explore his options if he clears waivers, but he could opt to remain in Miami as a member of the team's practice squad.

The Texans waived Gronowski on Saturday.

Gronowski was signed to the Texans' 53-man roster Wednesday to provide the team with depth at quarterback. He's been cut just three days later, but the expectation is that the Texans will bring back Gronowski on the practice squad if he clears waivers, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston.

Stick reverted to the Buccaneers' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Stick was called up to the active roster ahead of Thursday's game against the Cowboys, when he served as the Buccaneers' backup QB behind Jalon Daniels in a 24-16 win for Tampa Bay. Stick is eligible for one more practice squad elevation, after which he would need to be signed to the active roster in order to be eligible to suit up for the Buccaneers.

Gabriel (back) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Gabriel logged full participation in every practice session during the Browns' Week 5 prep. The quarterback remains on injured reserve due to a back injury, and it appears the team will milk the 21-day practice window until it expires. By keeping the backup quarterback on IR, the Browns save another roster spot for additional players at other positions.

Lance (groin) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Lance was able to suit up against the Seahawks in Week 4, but despite practicing in a limited capacity during Week 5 prep, it appears the sixth-year pro will not be available for Sunday's AFC West clash due to a groin injury. Assuming Lance is ruled out, DJ Uiagalelei will operate as the Chargers' QB2 behind Justin Herbert,

Mariota (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Mariota was held out of practice all week while recovering from a right knee injury that he aggravated against the Colts in Week 4. The good news for the Commanders is that Jayden Daniels (left elbow) has been cleared to return for Week 5, and with Mariota sidelined, rookie seventh-rounder Athan Kaliakmanis will operate as the backup QB behind Daniels. The next opportunity for Mariota to return is Week 6 against the 49ers on Monday, Oct. 19.

The Eagles released Dalton on Friday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

The move comes after Dalton was demoted to QB3 duties last Sunday against the Rams. The veteran opened the season as Jalen Hurts' backup but entered Week 3 against the Bears for four offensive snaps and tossed a back-breaking interception in the end zone on his lone pass attempt. Tanner McKee will serve as the QB2 moving forward.