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The Broncos elevated Badie to their active roster Saturday.

Badie has spent the majority of the year on Denver's practice squad, and he's now in line to appear in his first game since 2022 this Sunday. The 23-year-old's elevation could mean that the Broncos are preparing to be without running back Samaje Perine (knee) in Week 14.

Brooks (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Titans, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Brooks was designated to return from injured reserve Nov. 29 after he sprained his right ankle in Week 6 against the Chargers. He was limited in practice leading up to Week 13 but was able to fully participate in sessions this week and has a chance to return to action Monday. Brooks has 15 carries for 94 yards in six games this season.

The 49ers elevated McNichols to the active roster Saturday, Josh Dubow of The Associated Press reports.

McNichols joined the 49ers' practice squad Oct. 4 after being cut by the team Sept. 27. He has a chance to make his 2023 debut Sunday against the Seahawks.

The Saints signed Prentice to their active roster Saturday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Prentice signed to the Saints' practice squad Nov. 16 after being waived by the team two days prior. He was elevated twice since rejoining the team and has split his time between offense and special teams without recording a stat.

Dillon (groin) was a full participant in Saturday's practice and doesn't carry an injury designation into Monday's matchup against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Meanwhile, fellow running back Aaron Jones (knee) logged three straight practices with limited participation and could make his return from a two-game absence after he was listed as questionable for Monday. Dillon has performed admirably over the past two weeks, logging 32 carries for 116 yards along with four receptions for 52 yards, but he could take somewhat of a backseat in the event Jones is available to play. Expect more information on the veteran's status, and in turn Dillon's expected workload, to come prior to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff Monday.

Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest against the Giants, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Jones has missed the past two games after suffering a gruesome knee injury during the Week 11 win over the Chargers, later diagnosed as an MCL sprain. The 29-year-old failed to practice once during that span, so that Jones managed three straight days with limited participation in practice this week is obviously a positive sign for his availability come Monday. The Packers have historically been careful with soft-tissue injuries, especially in the case of the veteran running back, so fantasy managers still need to pay careful attention to status updates leading up to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff Monday.

The Colts elevated Goodson to their active roster Saturday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Goodson has spent the majority of this season on the Colts' practice squad, and he's been elevated to the team's active roster for the second consecutive week. This move ensures depth at running back, with Jonathan Taylor (thumb) in line to miss his second consecutive game in Week 14. Goodson will likely serve as Indianapolis' No. 3 RB on Sunday behind Zack Moss and Trey Sermon.

Prince was elevated from the practice squad Saturday.

It'll be interesting to see how the Chiefs will utilize Prince, especially in the absence of Isiah Pacheco (shoulder). Head coach Andy Reid stated Clyde Edwards-Helaire would be the team's de-facto starter and it's widely expected Jerick McKinnon will likely see a significant snap share as the team's pass-catching back, but it's possible the rookie Prince could whittle away at the former's opportunities, especially in obvious running situations.

The Seahawks released Thompson from their practice squad Friday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Thompson had just been signed to the practice squad Wednesday, but Seattle let him go Friday in order to make room for veteran quarterback Sean Mannion. This was the second time this season Thompson has been signed to the team's practice squad and then released, though the earlier stint was considerably longer and included an elevation to the active roster for the Week 7 contest versus Arizona. The rookie running back received two offensive snaps in that game but didn't accumulate any stats. The fact that Seattle let Thompson go Friday may be a hint that either (or both) Kenneth Walker (oblique) or Zach Charbonnet (knee) will be able to suit up to face San Francisco on Sunday.

Nwangwu (concussion) was a full participant in Friday's practice and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Nwangwu logged a full practice session Thursday after being limited Wednesday. His lack of an injury designation indicates that he was able to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. He'll provide backfield depth Sunday behind Alexander Mattison and Ty Chandler while operating as the Vikings' main kick returner.