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Washington (quad) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Washington logged a third consecutive limited practice Friday, leaving his status in legitimate question ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. He hasn't played since Week 2 and will merely serve as the No. 3 running back if he returns for Sunday's game. His role could include some or most of the carries in short-yardage and goal-line spots.

Foreman (hip) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Foreman will be out there if you need him this weekend, but given that he's a Lamar Miller injury away from a reliable role in the Houston attack, he's a speculative play in Week 6. Last weekend, Foreman carried four times for 34 yards in a loss to the Chiefs, while logging just nine offensive snaps (of a possible 64) compared to Miller's 56.

The Ravens ruled West (calf) out for Sunday's game against the Bears.

West isn't believed to have a long-term injury, but he didn't practice all week and was never expected to play in Sunday's game. Javorius Allen and Alex Collins figure to share carries in some fashion, while Allen remains locked in on passing downs.

Kelley (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Head coach Jay Gruden said Wednesday that he didn't expect Kelley to play, as the second-year back was unable to rejoin practice as his team came out of a bye week. Samaje Perine will fill in as Washington's lead runner, with passing-down back Chris Thompson potentially also picking up a few extra snaps and touches. Kelley will turn his focus to a Week 7 matchup with the Eagles on Monday Night Football.

Martin said he's ready to take on a bigger workload, Scott Smith of Buccaneers.com reports.

Martin impressed in his 2017 debut last Thursday against the Patriots, taking 13 carries for 74 yards and a touchdown while adding one catch for eight yards on three targets. His involvement in the passing game likely will remain limited so long as Charles Sims stays healthy, but Martin should see an uptick from last week's 36 percent snap share if the Bucs aren't forced to abandon the run Sunday in Arizona. Jacquizz Rodgers handled 13 snaps and four touches last week, but he could fall completely out of the offense as Martin regains his stamina.

West (calf) did not take part in Friday's practice, Jeff Zrebiec of The Baltimore Sun reports.

West has not practiced at all this week, so it will be a stretch for him to take the field Sunday against the Bears. The Ravens will reveal West's official Week 6 status after Friday's practice, but fantasy owners should plan on him being unavailable.

McCaffrey rushed four times for eight yards and caught 10 of 14 targets 56 yards and a touchdown in Thursday night's 28-23 loss to the Eagles.

McCaffrey followed his first career touchdown last Sunday by catching a one-yard pass to pay dirt during the fourth quarter. In doing so, the rookie was able to reach double-digit catches for the first time, pacing the Panthers in the category. While his yardage proved modest, McCaffrey's presence in the passing game has been reliable to start this season. On the ground, however, he's failed to top 16 yards while averaging just five carries since Week 1. In recent weeks, quarterback Cam Newton has led the running game, but with Carolina undoubtedly preferring not to rely on that, it'll be interesting to see whether McCaffrey is used more carrying the ball going forward, especially with veteran Jonathan Stewart averaging just 2.9 yards on 14.2 carries per game.

Foreman (hip) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Foreman had a four-week low with nine snaps and 37 yards from scrimmage during last week's loss to the Chiefs. The Texans have become a more pass-friendly offense with quarterback Deshaun Watson at the helm, so the sleeper opportunities for Foreman have not yet materialized. And it figures we'll see more of the passing offense in Week 6 against the Browns, who are surprisingly stout against the run (2.9 YPA, 2nd in NFL) but 19th against the pass and tied for 29th with 11 passing touchdowns allowed.

Jones (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Jones was inactive for last Sunday's win over the 49ers due to a knee injury, but his full participation to open the week bodes well for his chances of playing Monday against the Titans. Look for more updates on the reserve back to come throughout the week.

Washington (quadriceps) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

With two limited practices in a row, Washington seems to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Saints. Even if he enters the weekend without an injury designation, it isn't clear if he'll immediately recapture duties as the Lions' No. 3 running back, a role which would afford him some short-yardage work. Zach Zenner has filled in in that capacity the last three weeks, recording 16 yards and a touchdown on nine carries.