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Samuel (calf) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Samuel was slated to miss a few games due to the strained right calf he suffered Week 2 at Minnesota, but his return to the field in the middle of Week 4 prep somewhat throws a wrench into that expectation. The 49ers may be merely ramping up his activity level as he progresses through his recovery, but his listing on Friday's practice report now will be of interest to see if he heads into the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest against the Patriots.

Perry (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

Perry practiced in full Wednesday, but it appears he is dealing with a hamstring injury severe enough to keep him out of Thursday's session. Perry will have one more shot at practicing Friday ahead of the Saints' Week 4 game against the Falcons on Sunday.

Wilson (ankle) was limited during Thursday's practice session.

Wilson was able to play in Week 3 against the Eagles after nursing an abdomen injury throughout the week. He was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, but it appears Wilson is now dealing with an ankle issue. Friday's final injury report will provide clarity on his status for Sunday's NFC South showdown against the Falcons.

Palmer (elbow/calf) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

The pair of injuries kept Palmer from practicing Week 3 before he sat out a 20-10 loss to the Steelers, but after opening Week 4 prep with limited and full practices, he's on track to put an end to his one-game absence this Sunday versus the Chiefs. What's less clear is which quarterback Palmer might be working with, as Justin Herbert aggravated an ankle injury against Pittsburgh and has been limited in both of the Chargers' first Week 4 practices. If Herbert can't go, Palmer would find himself on the receiving end of targets from either Taylor Heinicke or Easton Stick.

Adams (hamstring) was limited at practice Thursday, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

Adams wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, so his addition to it a day later makes his status worth monitoring in advance of Sunday's game against the Browns. Friday's final report will reveal whether the Raiders' top WR heads into the weekend with a designation.

Williams (abdomen) was not listed on the Lions' injury report Thursday.

Williams was yet to appear in a regular-season game, and he missed the Lions' last two contests due to an abdomen injury. He now appears to be past the issue, and the 23-year-old rookie wide receiver will look to make his NFL debut against the Seahawks on Monday.

Godwin (neck) was limited at practice Thursday.

The same can be said for position mate Mike Evans (knee), with both players having a cap on their practice reps so far during Week 4 prep. Friday's injury report thus will be key for both players' statuses entering the weekend as the Buccaneers gear up for Sunday's contest against the Eagles.

Evans (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

The same goes for position mate Chris Godwin (neck), with both players operating with a cap on their practice reps so far during Week 4 prep. Friday's injury report thus will be key for both players' statuses heading into the weekend as the Buccaneers gear up for Sunday's matchup with the Eagles.

Smith (concussion) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.

Smith and fellow WR A.J. Brown (hamstring) haven't logged any on-field work so far this week, leaving both trending in the wrong direction ahead of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay. Friday's injury report could clear up any questions about Smith heading into the weekend, and if he sits out due to the concussion that he suffered this past Sunday in New Orleans, the Eagles' receiving corps would be thinned out, especially if Brown also is inactive. With Britain Covey (shoulder) going on IR earlier this week, Jahan Dotson, Johnny Wilson and practice-squad members Parris Campbell, Danny Gray, Kyle Philips, John Ross and Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint would be the candidates to fill in at wide receiver for the Eagles in Week 4.

Brown (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday.

Brown and fellow WR DeVonta Smith (concussion) haven't mixed into any drills so far this week, leaving both trending in the wrong direction ahead of Sunday's visit to the Buccaneers. Friday's injury report could clear up any questions about Brown heading into the weekend, and if he misses a third straight game, the Eagles' receiving corps would be thinned out, especially if Smith also is inactive. With Britain Covey's (shoulder) placement on IR earlier this week, Jahan Dotson, Johnny Wilson and practice-squad members Parris Campbell, Danny Gray, Kyle Philips, John Ross and Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint would be the candidates to hold down the fort at wide receiver for Philadelphia in Week 4.