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Robinson (heel/knee) is viewed as a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's contest against the Rams, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Per Rapoport, the assumption earlier in the week was that the running back likely wouldn't play, but Robinson is reportedly feeling better and now has a chance to suit up, a notion echoed by an Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. How his pre-game workout goes will therefore determine Robinson's status, which will be known when Jacksonville releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. If Robinson is out this week, Carlos Hyde would see an increased role in the team's backfield.

Walter was elevated from the practice squad Saturday.

Walter surprisingly saw nine carries in Week 12 after being elevated from the practice squad in the absence of Michael Carter (ankle). He's now set for another chance to produce, though he'll likely remain behind at least Tevin Coleman in what could be a three-back committee in New York for a Week 13 matchup against the Eagles.

Sermon (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan seemed to hint this designation was on the table Friday, as the rookie evidently suffered a sprain serious enough to cause him to miss significant time. It's been a disappointing campaign for the Ohio State product, and while Sermon will be eligible to return before the end of the season, it's hard to envision a scenario where the running back emerges as the main ball carrier.

McCrary was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.

McCrary was elevated after Kevon Seymour (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. It remains unclear if McCrary will be active Sunday, as that would likely require the Ravens to make Ty'Son Williams inactive. Even if he suits up, McCrary would probably see most of his playing time on special teams.

Ollison was elevated from Atlanta's practice squad Saturday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Ollison led the team in carries in Week 11 against New England but was left on the practice squad for Week 12 after being sidelined with an illness. He won't maintain the primary role for Atlanta against the Buccaneers on Sunday due to the return of Cordarrelle Patterson, though Ollison could overtake both Wayne Gallman and Mike Davis for the primary backup duties.

Nwangwu is questionable for Sunday's game against Detroit with an illness.

Nwangwu was expected to serve as the Vikings' backup running back behind Alexander Mattison with Dalvin Cook (shoulder) sidelined. It appears that there is still a decent chance for him to suit up, though an illness has jeopardized his availability after he logged full practices all week. In addition to further depleting the running back depth chart, Nwangwu's potential absence would hurt the Vikings' return game, as he has two kick-return touchdowns this season.

Williams was signed to the Bengals' active roster from the practice squad Saturday, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

Williams has been elevated from the practice squad on two occasions this season. However, he'll now join the roster on a more permanent basis, which could mean bad news for Chris Evans (ankle) from an injury perspective. When active, Williams has played primarily on special teams, but he does have six carries for 13 yards.

Gordon (hip/shoulder) has been officially ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

It's hardly surprising given Gordon was listed as doubtful on Friday's final injury report, but the official confirmation sets the stage for rookie Javonte Williams to take on the lion's share of the backfield workload. Mike Boone and Damarea Crockett represent the only other healthy backs for the Broncos.

Bolden (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest against the Bills, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Bostonreports.

Bolden put together three straight limited practices, which theoretically puts him on track to play Monday. With Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson also absent from the final injury report, expect Bolden to return to his role as a change-of-pace/pass-catching specialist that he's occupied for much of the season.

Homer (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Although Homer was a full participant for each of Seattle's three practice sessions this week, he'll still land on the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup. He's logged two carries for six yards while hauling in three of four targets for 23 yards across his last two appearances.