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Michael will start at running back in Sunday's contest against the 49ers with Thomas Rawls on the Seahawks' inactive list.

Although Rawls (lower leg) was trending toward inactive status, he'll officially yield the top spot in Seattle's running back group to Michael for one game. Michael's preseason prowess has extended into the regular season, as he's averaging a robust 5.0 YPC on his 25 rushes through two games.

Sims is the starting tailback for Sunday's Week 3 tilt versus the Rams, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

The third-year pro will get first crack at lead-back duties in the absence of Doug Martin (hamstring). Given his considerable proficiency in the passing game, Sims should see a significant boost in overall touches against the Rams, with Jacquizz Rodgers spelling him on occasion.

Martin (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's Week 3 tilt versus the Rams, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

The announcement is a mere formality, as Martin has already been confirmed as out for multiple weeks due to his hamstring injury. Charles Sims has been named as Sunday's lead back, with Jacquizz Rodgers and potentially undrafted rookie Peyton Barber spelling him when necessary.

Rawls (lower leg) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the 49ers, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

As relayed by Adam Schefter of ESPN on Sunday morning, Rawls will miss at least one game in order to tend to a lower leg contusion. With C.J. Prosise (hand) also on the inactive list, Christine Michael is poised to receive a plurality of touches out of the Seahawks' backfield in Week 3.

Williams is active for Sunday's Week 3 matchup versus the Browns, Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

Williams will get the call after a Week 2 inactive status and share reserve carries with Jay Ajayi and Isaiah Pead behind designated starter Kenyan Drake against the Browns.

Pead is active for Sunday's Week 3 matchup versus the Browns, Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

The fourth-year back stands to see his first playing time of 2016 after flashing enough in preseason to earn a roster spot. Pead is slated to share backup carries with Jay Ajayi and Damien Williams behind designated starter Kenyan Drake.

Rawls (lower leg) is expected to be inactive Sunday against the 49ers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

With absences from all three practices this week, Rawls will rest his bruised leg for at least one game, leaving Christine Michael in a prime position to handle the bulk of the RB reps in Week 3, especially with rookie C.J. Prosise (hand) slated to join Rawls on the inactive list.

Williams is active for the first time as a pro Sunday against Arizona, ESPN's Mike Rodak reports.

The Bills do have four running backs active and Williams is probably fourth on that list, but with the Bills having a new offensive coordinator in Anthony Lynn (who's a running backs coach by trade) and the season already spinning in a bad direction, there's a chance the rookie could be involved in some plays somewhere along the line.

Magee was promoted to the Seahawks' 53-man roster for Sunday's game against the 49ers, ESPN's Sheil Kapadia reports.

Magee will provide depth in Seattle's backfield while Thomas Rawls (lower leg) and C.J. Prosise (hand) may not play due to injuries. Christine Michael figures to benefit the most in terms of fantasy production Week 3.

Hillman is inactive for Sunday's game against Carolina, ESPN reports.

Hillman signed with Vikings earlier this week after Adrian Peterson's knee injury. It may take him a few weeks before he learns the offense and is active on game days. He could figure into the mix at running back later in the season, however.