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Williams' teammate Mike Gillislee (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.

Williams and Reggie Bush will now be the immediate backups to LeSean McCoy, who's more of an injury risk than usual as he's about to play with a dislocated thumb. Coach Rex Ryan is calling Williams and Bush his "2A and 2B" options for the game, though we'd figure Williams is the better bet for carries, since he's seen more than Bush so far (17 to nine) and is averaging far better yards per carry (3.59 to -0.22).

Rodgers (foot), who practiced in full Friday, is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

In the clearest indication yet that his return is imminent, Rodgers logged his first uncapped practice since suffering a sprained foot in Week 8. Even if he suits up Sunday, he may only have a change-of-pace role behind Doug Martin for a game or two due to the impending return of Charles Sims (knee). In any case, Rodgers' status will be monitored closely in advance of Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.

Taliaferro (thigh) is doubtful to play Sunday against the Bengals, CSN Mid-Atlantic reports.

Taliaferro didn't play last week and appears close to drawing a second consecutive DNP. If he's ultimately ruled out, Terrance West, Kenneth Dixon and Javorius Allen will continue to comprise the Ravens' backfield.

Murray (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, the San Jose Mercury News reports.

Murray is one of eight players listed as questionable by the Raiders, but after practicing in a limited fashion all week, we'd expect the running back to be a go for Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff. Murray -- who headed into Week 11 with a questionable tag as well -- turned his 29 snaps in Monday's win over the Texans into 12 carries for 33 yards and five catches for 59 yards.

Drake (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

Drake practiced in a limited fashion all week, which suggests that he has a solid chance to play Sunday; however, given his infrequent touches on offense these days, the rookie is off the fantasy radar for now.

Gillislee (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Meanwhile, LeSean McCoy is listed as questionable, but we'd expect him to be a go this weekend. With Gillislee out, Jonathan Williams and Reggie Bush are in line to handle the team's backup/complementary RB duties in Week 12.

Mathews (knee) did not suit up for Friday's practice, Zach Berman of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Mathews will sit out for the second straight day to give his sore knee additional rest. He will have one more opportunity to practice this week with the Eagles playing Monday, and he still has a chance to play in Week 12. However, even if he is able to get on the field, he could cede a chunk of his workload to Darren Sproles and/or Wendell Smallwood.

Patterson had five receptions for 15 yards on five targets in Thursday's loss at Detroit. He also had one carry for 22 yards.

Patterson became the No. 2 receiver with Stefon Diggs out, but most of the extra targets went to tight end Kyle Rudolph (10) and Adam Thielen (11). Still, Patterson should continue to get steady targets and rushing attempts if Diggs is able to return next week.

Toussaint totaled 28 yards on six carries against the Colts on Thursday.

These were Toussaint's first carries since Week 2, with most coming on the final drive of the game, in route to a career-high 28 rushing yards for the third-year running back. With DeAngelo Williams on the mend, Toussaint should soon drop to third on the Steelers' depth chart.

Elliott scored twice racked up 97 rushing yards on 20 carries in Thursday's win over the Redskins.

The rookie also chipped in 23 yards through the air on two receptions. The Cowboys led for nearly the entire game, which led to the team being able to lean on Elliott and their rushing game. The 21-year-old still shows no signs of hitting a rookie "wall", and will look to continue his remarkable rookie season next Thursday against the Vikings.