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Barner is active for Sunday's Week 3 tilt against the Broncos after being elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

How much action that actually translates to is still very much in the air, however, considering the top running back trio of Ronald Jones, Leonard Fournette and LeSean McCoy all are healthy. Instead, it's possible Barner is utilized in either or both returner roles, considering his extensive experience in that area over his previous seven NFL seasons.

Vaughn (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 3 tilt against the Broncos, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official website reports.

Vaughn had been in uniform but idle over the first two games, and with Kenjon Barner getting promoted from the practice squad Saturday, the rookie will now don street clothes for the first time in his short career. Vaughn's chances of seeing his first NFL action seem remote for the time being with Buccaneers' robust running back group at full health.

Boone (concussion) is listed as active heading into Sunday's matchup against the Titans.

The 25-year-old back suffered a concussion during the second quarter of Minnesota's Week 2 loss to Indianapolis, and he subsequently sat out Wednesday's practice session. Boone was upgraded to limited Thursday, and he has since passed the league's concussion protocol given his status for Sunday. Without a carry to this point on the season, Boone will slot into a depth role at running back during Week 3.

Jacobs (hip) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

After missing practice Wednesday and Thursday, Jacobs returned to a limited session Friday and he'll give it a go Sunday. Assuming no in-game issues, he's poised to continue to head the Raiders' backfield versus New England. Through his team's first two games, Jacobs has logged 52 carries for 181 yards and three TDs, while adding seven catches on nine targets for 63 yards.

Barner was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

The veteran's elevation is somewhat curious, considering the Buccaneers' robust running back depth chart is at full health. However, while 2020 rules allow for each team to promote up to two practice squad players each week, there is no requirement for said players to be active on gameday. If Barner were to be in uniform against the Broncos on Sunday, it would likely be for his work on special teams, where he's garnered extensive experience in both returner roles over his seven seasons.

Jacobs (hip) is expected to play Sunday against the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The 22-year-old missed the first two practices of the week but practiced as a limited participant Friday to earn the questionable tag, and he's apparently continued to progress in his recovery from the hip issue. Jacobs has 52 carries and seven receptions for 244 scrimmage yards through two games, and barring a setback he appears poised for another big workload Sunday.

Ward was added to Arizona's 53-man roster Saturday, Alex Weiner of SI.com reports.

There's a good chance Ward still ends up inactive on game day against the Lions, as the Cardinals have the one-two punch of Kenyan Drake and Chase Edmonds, as well as seventh-rounder Eno Benjamin, on the roster at the running back position ahead of Ward.

The 49ers elevated Hasty to their active roster Saturday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

With Raheem Mostert (knee) and Tevin Coleman (knee) ruled out, Hasty will help provide depth in the backfield behind Jerick McKinnon and Jeff Wilson. The team originally stashed him on their practice squad due to his combination of speed and pass-catching ability.

Bellamy was elevated to the Broncos' active roster Saturday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Bellamy's addition to the active roster is for insurance, as Phillip Lindsay (toe) is not expected to play in the contest. Should that ultimately be the case, Bellamy will be third behind Melvin Gordon and Royce Freeman on the depth chart. This will be the undrafted free agent's first NFL game.

Williams (ankle) practiced fully Friday.

Williams injured his ankle this past Sunday against the Chargers, capping him at one carry and 10 offensive snaps. The development allowed Darwin Thompson to get involved in the Chiefs offense en route to four rushes for 21 yards on 15 plays on offense. With an uncapped session under his belt, Williams is set to reprise his role as the primary backup to Clyde Edwards-Helaire, but Thompson's performance may allow for a more even split of backfield reps that don't go to the rookie.