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Kelley (knee) was spotted warming up with his teammates prior to Wednesday's practice, Brian McNally of 106.7 The Fan reports.

A knee injury kept Kelley on the sidelines for most of the second half of Saturday's win over the Bears, but an MRI on Monday revealed no structural damage. The fact that Kelley looks to be practicing in some capacity Wednesday is an encouraging sign, but it remains to be seen how his knee will hold up to increased activity. Wednesday's practice report will give a clearer picture of his progress. If Kelley is limited heading into Sunday, look for Chris Thompson and Mack Brown to see additional snaps out of the Washington backfield.

Redd (suspension) was reinstated by the NFL on Tuesday and subsequently waived by the Redskins, Scout.com's Ben Standig reports.

Redd had been suspended since April for violating the league's substance abuse policy. The Redskins immediately released him upon his reinstatement.

Thomas rushed for 19 yards on three carries in Sunday's loss to Kansas City.

The three touches were a season-high for Thompson. The former undrafted free agent never got many looks at fullback after rookie Andy Janovich went on injured reserve nor has he gotten many opportunities at running back. Though Sunday should be all about preparing for 2017, it'd be a surprise if Thompson got much usage as Denver will almost surely want to get a long last look at rookie Devontae Booker.

Williams took the field for just two of the Cardinals' 60 offensive snaps during Saturday's 34-31 victory at Seattle.

Less than one week removed from an electric 49-yard dash to the end zone, Williams reverted to his non-existent role in the Cardinals' offense with David Johnson acting as a battering ram against the Seahawks. Williams was lucky to escape the game with a touch to his name, a six-yard catch at the tail end of the third quarter. However, outside of receiving 12 offensive snaps in Week 15, he's managed just eight in his other four opportunities on offense this season, ensuring his status as a persona non grata in fantasy.

Rainey caught a 13-yard pass off of two targets in Thursday's loss to Philadelphia.

The catch was just Rainey's third touch since New York's Week 8 bye. Thursday was the veteran's first game with double-digit offensive snaps since the bye as he has settled into more of a special-teams role after looking like a potential scatback earlier in the year.

Hunt caught two of two targets for 28 yards and added a six-yard run in Saturday's win over the Bengals.

A week after a two-fumble afternoon, Hunt didn't see an uptick in usage despite starter Lamar Miller on the shelf - Alfred Blue picking up the majority of the load. Hunt has yet to score this season and hasn't reached double-digit offensive snaps since Week 11, but he might be in line for an uptick in usage as the season ends. Miller is still battling a bum ankle and, with their seed set, Houston might be inclined to rest Miller and Blue for the playoffs.

The Eagles placed Mathews (back) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Initially diagnosed with a stinger last Thursday versus the Giants, further evaluation revealed a herniated disk, which won't allow Mathews to suit up in Week 17. As a result, landing on injured reserve was more or less expected as he turns his focus to rehabilitation. With Mathews out of the lineup Sunday against the Cowboys, the Eagles will rely upon the duo of Darren Sproles and Byron Marshall to fuel the ground game.

Gordon (hip/knee) told Ricky Henne of the Chargers' official site Tuesday that he'll be a "game-time decision" for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs. "I'm thirsty [to play]," he added. "I need to get in there. ... When it's time to make a decision I'll know how I feel."

Absent from the open part of Tuesday's practice, Gordon's availability for upcoming sessions will be determined by a "day-to-day" approach. Fortunately for the running back, he's of the belief that he's "making strides," but his level of participation in the coming days will raise his odds of taking the field in the season finale.

Banyard was signed from the practice squad to the active roster Tuesday.

Banyard has spent the entire season on the Jaguars practice squad and will finally have a chance to make his debut for the team. He's buried on the depth chart at running back but could contribute on special teams in Sunday's game against the Colts.

Gordon (hip/knee) didn't take part in the portion of Tuesday's practice open to the media, Tom Krasovic of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

The Chargers aren't required to submit an injury report until Wednesday, but the day-to-day approach that Gordon will be operating under this week hasn't produced his first appearance at practice since suffering a strained hip and a sprained knee in Week 14. On a positive note, Krasovic noted Gordon has made progress through his ailments, so the running back's status will be viewed with a watchful eye over the next few days.