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Murray (shoulder) was limited as Thursday's practice, but he's expected to be fine for Sunday's game against the Broncos, the San Francisco Chronicle's Vic Tafur reports.

Though he was limited for a second straight day, Murray doesn't seem to be in any real danger of missing Sunday's game. His matchup is the larger concern, with the Broncos allowing just 3.5 yards per carry and 79 rushing yards per game, despite aleady facing Adrian Peterson and Jamaal Charles.

Cardinals RB Andre Ellington (knee) practiced in full Thursday, according to the team's official website.

The full practice marked his first since suffering a PCL sprain in the season opener and all but lays the groundwork for probable status upon the release of Friday's injury report. Assuming that occurs, he'll make his return Sunday in Detroit, though playing second fiddle to Chris Johnson is likely Ellington's destiny in his initial game action since Week 1.

Ravens running back Lorenzo Taliaferro (foot) returned to a limited practice Thursday.

At this stage, Taliaferro is trending toward being available Sunday against the Browns, though both he and Javorius Allen are behind Justin Forsett in the Ravens' RB pecking order.

Raiders running back Latavius Murray (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday.

We'll track Murray's status as the week rolls along, but so far there is nothing to suggest that his status for Sunday's game against the Broncos is in any danger. Murray followed up a big game (26 carries for 139 yards in Week 3) with a 15-carry, 49-yard effort this past Sunday against the Bears.

Cardinals running back Andre Ellington (knee) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Coach Bruce Arians relayed that Ellington 'should be ready' to return Sunday at Detroit following a three-game absence due to a sprained PCL.

If he upholds Arians' belief, Ellington's workload would likely be capped to avoid a setback of any kind, allowing Chris Johnson to serve as the Cardinals' top running back yet again. However, the breakdown of reps in Week 5 could receive clarification in advance of the contest.

Ravens running back Lorenzo Taliaferro (foot) did not practice Wednesday. Taliaferro missed practice earlier this season with foot and knee issues, though it's unclear if his absence from practice Wednesday is indicative of a setback or simply maintenance-related.

Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Colts, the Houston Chronicle reports.

Meanwhile, fellow running back Chris Polk is listed as questionable for the contest, which leaves the Texans' top two backs, Arian Foster and Alfred Blue, as the healthiest components of the Week 5 backfield.

Lions running back Joique Bell (ankle) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice, according to MLive.com.

Bell's absence on Monday night gave Ameer Abdullah unfettered access to touches out of the Lions' backfield, but the rookie could only muster 33 yards on the ground and two catches for 11 yards against the Seahawks' typically stout defense.

Meanwhile, Theo Riddick took on a pass-catching role, turning five receptions into 31 yards. If Bell remains out of commission, the preceding breakdown of reps between Abdullah and Riddick will likely be replicated.

Running back Jacquizz Rodgers gained 3 yards and two carries and failed to reel in his only target in the Bears' Week 4 win over the Raiders.

For the second consecutive week, Rodgers saw more offensive snaps (nine) than fellow backup Jeremy Langford (three). However, the minimal usage of both players suggests Matt Forte is still on tap for a heavy workload each week.

Even if Forte goes down with an injury, Rodgers' small stature makes him better suited for change-of-pace duty than an every-down role.

Buccaneers running back Charles Sims participated in 39 snaps in Week 4, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Sims continues to see the field as frequently as Doug Martin, and paid dividends in the passing game once again in Week 4, securing his second touchdown reception of the season.

The second-year back has already received 15 targets in 2015, and appears to have solidified a role as a change-of-pace back with the opportunity for 10-15 touches on a weekly basis.