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Jones (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 13 tilt versus the Cardinals, the team's official site reports.

Jones will be in street clothes for the fourth straight game, leaving Rob Kelley and Chris Thompson (illness) to soak up the majority of backfield touches.

Washington left Sunday's game against the Saints on a cart after suffering an ankle injury, NFL Network's James Palmer reports.

Washington's return is considered questionable at this point, although Theo Riddick and Zach Zenner may very well handle the duties at running back for the rest of the game irrespective of Washington's status. The severity of Washington's injury is currently unclear, but he'll look to at least get back on the field next week against the Bears.

Rodgers (foot) is active for Sunday's Week 13 tilt versus the Chargers.

In what will be his first taste of game action since Week 8, Rodgers will be available to take some of the load off starter Doug Martin. While Martin is still expected to get the majority of touches, Rodgers could conceivably see a bit more work than undrafted rookie Peyton Barber was given as the former's primary backup while Rodgers was sidelined.

Gillislee (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Gillislee is out there if you need him Sunday and when healthy, he's generally a candidate to log 5-to-10 carries in a complementary role behind top back LeSean McCoy, an assignment that could entail some work around the red zone.

Murray (ankle) is listed as active Sunday versus the Bills, Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Each week since the Raiders' Week 10 bye, Murray has been contained to limited practices, and the cap in reps has paid off. In particular, he's averaged 90 yards from scrimmage per game and tallied one touchdown across two outings. Another fruitful performance could come to pass against a Buffalo defense that has allowed 97.2 rushing yards per game and five touchdowns to running backs over the last five tilts.

Drake (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Drake will be out there Sunday, but he doesn't see enough touches in the Miami offense for the time being to merit fantasy consideration.

Murray (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Bills, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Murray was limited in practice each day this week because of the injury, but he's expected to continue playing through it after doing so last week as well. While Murray hasn't had a ton of success this season, the Bills come in allowing 4.1 yards per carry (18th in the NFL), while their 13 rushing touchdowns allowed tie them for the fourth most.

Gillislee (hamstring) is expected to play Sunday against the Raiders, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.

He's listed as questionable on the injury report but was able to practice in a limited capacity all week. As long as top RB LeSean McCoy can stay on the field, Gillislee will work in a complementary role in the Bills' backfield -- an assignment that could net him some work around the red zone.

Thompson is prepared to fill the fullback role with rookie Andy Janovich on injured reserve, Cameron Wolfe of The Denver Post reports

Thompson, a halfback/fullback hybrid, was called up from the practice squad to provide depth after C.J. Anderson went on injured reserve. He's carried the ball just once this year, but that carry encapsulates why Thompson might be a threat at fullback, as he scored on a one-yard plunge from fullback spot in Week 9's win over San Diego. The carry was reminiscent of a two-touchdown game Thompson had against San Diego in 2014, where both touchdowns also scored as the upback. The emergence of tight end A.J. Derby may give the Broncos enough flexibility to move tight end Virgil Green into the backfield between the 20-yard lines, but once the Broncos get near the goal line, don't be surprised if Thompson vultures a few scores.

Hightower would figure to assume a full workload of backfield duties if teammate Mark Ingram (toe) is unable to play Sunday against the Lions, ESPN's Mike Triplett reports.

Hightower and Ingram have been handed a pretty even split of touches lately, but after a toe injury only allowed the latter to fit in one limited practice session all week, Hightower could be in store for a larger workload this weekend. That obviously would bode well for Hightower's fantasy stock, which has enjoyed a rise back to relevancy since his 102-yard outburst against the Seahawks in Week 8.