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Bigsby (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Bigsby played through the ankle injury in Sunday's 28-23 loss to Philadelphia, taking a team-high eight carries for 22 yards while playing 55 percent of snaps on offense. Meanwhile, Travis Etienne (hamstring) took 72 percent of snaps in the first half but then just nine percent in the second half, barely playing after a dropped pass late in the second quarter resulted in an interception. Bigsby then got most of the snaps after halftime, but D'Ernest Johnson assumed most of the work in clear passing situations, including the final drive. The Jacksonville backfield looks messy at the moment, and a tough matchup versus the Vikings on Sunday may make Bigsby a less appealing option in fantasy lineups even if he continues to lead the Jaguars in carries.

Etienne (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Etienne returned from a two-game absence for Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Eagles and played 72 percent of snaps in the first half, but he then took just nine percent of snaps post-halftime after his dropped pass late in the second quarter landed in a defender's hands for an interception. While he'll likely to play through the hamstring injury again this Sunday against the Vikings, it's difficult to project what kind of role Etienne will have in a backfield that also includes Tank Bigsby (ankle) and D'Ernest Johnson.

Williams (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Williams was ruled out in advance of this past Sunday's loss to the Panthers after he was a limited practice participant throughout the week, so the fact that he's continuing to practice with restrictions to begin Week 10 prep doesn't represent progress. If Williams is able to advance to full participation Thursday or Friday and gets cleared to play Sunday against the Falcons, he'll likely work in a complementary role behind Alvin Kamara in a Saints offense that could lean more heavily on the run due to its numerous injuries at receiver.

Hunt (quadricep) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.

Hunt was limited in practice last Thursday due to the same injury but proceeded to upgrade to full participation before rushing for 106 yards and a touchdown in Monday's win over the Buccaneers. His fantasy managers will be hoping for a similar pattern ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, with little indication at this point that the Chiefs have any meaningful concern regarding Hunt's Week 10 availability.

Conner was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a finger injury, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Conner had a concussion check this past Sunday versus the Bears but was cleared to return. He finished with his fifth 100-yard performance from scrimmage of the season, but he's now tending to a different health concern in Week 10. As a result, Conner's status will continue to be monitored as Arizona prepares to host the Jets on Sunday.

Ali (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Bengals.

Ali logged full practice sessions Tuesday and Wednesday, but his status for Week 10 will remain in question until the team releases its inactive list at about 6:45 p.m. ET on Thursday. Even if Ali is healthy, he could remain inactive in a coach's decision in the event Keaton Mitchell (knee) is moved to the active roster and makes his season debut Thursday.

Spears (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Spears is hoping to return Sunday against the Chargers after sitting out the previous three games. He has a chance to avoid a Week 10 injury designation by upgrading to full participation Thursday or Friday. Even if he suits up, Spears will likely be limited to a change-of-pace role behind Tony Pollard.

Vaki (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

The 2024 fourth-round pick from Utah missed the Lions' Week 9 win over the Packers due to a knee injury. However, Vaki appears to have moved past the knee issue following Wednesday's full practice. Now that he's returned to full health, expect Vaki to play almost strictly on special teams in the Lions' Week 10 matchup against the Texans.

Pollard (foot) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Both of the Titans' top two running backs are operating with restrictions to begin Week 10 prep, as Tyjae Spears (hamstring) was also a limited participant after missing the team's last three games. Pollard hasn't missed a game this season, and his availability for Sunday's game against the Chargers doesn't appear to be in any danger after he racked up 54 touches en route to 271 scrimmage yards over Tennessee's past two contests. Still, a full practice from Pollard on Thursday or Friday would help put fantasy managers' minds at ease.

Robinson (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

A limited participant all last week, Robinson was listed as questionable on the final injury report and ended up inactive for a 28-23 win over the Giants on Sunday. His absence freed up a larger role for Austin Ekeler, but the Commanders also gave Jeremy McNichols and Chris Rodriguez some work, especially late in the game while trying to run out the clock with a lead. Robinson will look to upgrade to full practice participation by Friday to clear up any concern about his availability for Sunday's game against the Steelers.