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McCaffrey (shoulder) will not play Sunday against the Vikings after the running back did not travel with the team, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

All signs pointed to this being the likely outcome, so it's at least comforting for fantasy managers the decision wasn't in limbo for long. It certainly seems as if McCaffrey could return to his usual workhorse role following the team's Week 13 bye, but at least for Sunday, expect another heavy dose of Mike Davis as the lead back with Rodney Smith and Trenton Cannon mixing in on occasion.

Taylor was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and will not play Sunday against the Titans.

It's unclear whether Taylor himself tested positive for COVID-19 or was merely in close proximity to someone who tested positive, but regardless the designation Saturday means the rookie running back will not play in the team's important divisional matchup against the Titans on Sunday. As of now, Nyheim Hines and Jordan Wilkins are the only two healthy running backs on the active roster, although the team could still choose to activate players off the practice squad later in the day.

Taylor (quadriceps) is questionable for the team's Week 12 matchup against the Cardinals, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Taylor's status has fluctuated throughout the week, as he was cleared of an undisclosed injury that held him out of the Week 11 matchup with Texans. However, he reappeared on the injury report Thursday and did not practice. He upgraded to limited participation on Friday, giving him a chance to suit up Sunday.

Homer (wrist/thumb/knee) didn't practice Friday, Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Homer is quite banged up at the moment, tending to a trio of injuries. Coach Pete Carroll called Homer "really sore" on Tuesday and noted the running back's wrist in particular as bothersome, according to Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle. The Seahawks may welcome back Chris Carson (foot) to the backfield Monday in Philadelphia, so a cautious approach could be taken with Homer as he continues to recover.

Bellamy cleared waivers Friday and signed with the Broncos' practice squad, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Bellamy returned from injured reserve earlier in the week and was quickly let go to make room on the 53-man roster. The undrafted rookie out of Western Michigan will continue to fine-tune his craft on the Broncos' scout team. Bellamy could have some solid potential, as he racked up 1,527 yards from scrimmage and 23 total touchdowns in his senior season at Western Michigan.

Ogunbowale (hand) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Ogunbawale played a season-high 13 snaps on offense last week and was targeted twice. If he's unable to play Sunday, it'll mainly affect the depth behind bell cow James Robinson. Both Devine Ozigbo and Nathan Cottrell stand to benefit if Ogunbowale sits out.

Jacobs (hip) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Jacobs was added to the Raiders' Week 12 injury report Thursday when he logged a limited practice. Though he remained limited Friday, the running back now has the green light for Sunday's contest, as does reserve Jalen Richard (chest). Assuming no in-game setbacks, Jacobs will be in line for his usual lead role versus Atlanta, a context that has through 10 games resulted in him averaging a fantasy-friendly 19.9 carries for 75.5 yards per game -- to go along with nine TDs -- as well as 2.4 catches for 15.8 yards per contest.

Wilson (ankle) is slated to be activated from IR prior to Sunday's road game versus the Rams, as coach Kyle Shanahan considers the running back questionable to suit up, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

With Tevin Coleman (knee) ruled out for Week 12, the 49ers are calling in reinforcements in the form of Raheem Mostert (ankle) and Wilson. Both running backs are coming off multi-week recoveries, and Wilson himself hasn't suited up since Week 7. If Wilson is active Sunday, he may have to contend with Mostert for touches, though Jerick McKinnon could lead the backfield as the only consistently healthy San Francisco running back this season.

Mostert (ankle) will be activated from injured reserve before Sunday's game against the Rams, with coach Kyle Shanahan considering the running back questionable to play, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Jeff Wilson (IR - ankle) will get the same treatment, while Tevin Coleman (knee) has been ruled out. Mostert should be the lead back if he ends up playing, but the 49ers also have Jerick McKinnon on hand, and it sounds like Wilson has a shot as well. It could come down to a game-time decision for Mostert and/or Wilson.

The Eagles activated Clement from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Daniel Gallen of The Harrisburg Patriot-News reports.

Clement was a high-risk close contact when he was placed on the list. The 26-year-old running back will be available for Monday's game against the Seahawks. The Wisconsin product isn't expected to play much if Boston Scott (abdomen) is active.