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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.

Collins (hamstring) was limited at practice Thursday.

Collins practiced fully Wednesday, so his appearance on the Texans' injury report a day later is notable. Friday's final report will add further context regarding the wideout's availability ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars. Meanwhile, fellow WR Tank Dell (chest) logged his second straight DNP on Thursday, which clouds his Week 4 status.

Davis (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

The Jaguars are viewing Davis as day-to-day with the shoulder injury he sustained in Monday's 47-10 loss to the Bills. He's now been listed as a limited participant on both of the team's first two Week 4 injury reports, so Davis may need to upgrade to full participation Friday if he hopes to avoid taking a designation into Sunday's game in Houston.

Addison (ankle) was limited at Thursday's practice.

The Vikings held a walkthrough Wednesday, so Addison's listing of limited on the ensuing injury report was an estimate. With an appearance at an actual practice under his belt one day later, he now appears to be closing in on a return. In the end, Friday's report will unveil whether he goes into the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest at Green Bay or cleared for his first game action since Week 1, when he initially sustained a right ankle sprain. For what it's worth, Addison told Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press on Thursday that he expects to suit up Sunday.

Chase (shoulder) practiced fully Thursday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

On Wednesday's estimated practice report, Chase was listed as limited due to a shoulder issue, but after logging a full session a day later, the star wideout is on track to face the Panthers on Sunday to the relief of his fantasy managers. Through three games to start the season, Chase leads the Bengals with 16 catches (on 18 targets) for 215 yards and two TDs.

Washington (quadriceps) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Washington was also practicing on a limited basis Week 3, prior to being ruled out for Miami's loss to the Seahawks. The rookie sixth-round pick will now work to get healthy in time to make his regular-season debut versus the Titans on Monday. Washington may need to log at least one full practice session Friday or Saturday in order to be cleared for Week 4.

Panthers head coach Dave Canales said that Thielen won't require surgery for the right hamstring injury he suffered in Sunday's 36-22 win over the Raiders, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Carolina seemingly expects Thielen to make a full recovery from the injury through rest and rehab. After landing on injured reserve Tuesday, Thielen will be required to miss at least the team's next four games, and he won't be eligible to resume practicing until Week 8. Diontae Johnson should serve as the clear-cut No. 1 option in the Carolina passing attack sans Thielen, while young wideouts Xavier Legette and Jonathan Mingo will both move up a spot on the depth chart.

Allen (heel) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.

Allen played through a heel issue Week 1 against the Titans en route to four catches (on 11 targets) for 29 yards. He then was held out of all drills during prep for Weeks 2 and 3 before returning to practice Wednesday. With consecutive capped sessions in his back pocket this week, Allen seems to be putting himself in a position to suit up again Sunday versus the Rams, but Friday's injury report will reveal whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation. Meanwhile, rookie WR Rome Odunze (hip) showed up on Thursday's report as a limited participant, adding another question mark to the Bears' receiving corps.

Samuel (calf) was spotted on the field in full uniform during the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

San Francisco will release its second Week 4 injury report later Thursday, when the extent of Samuel's participation will be known. Samuel is back on the field for the first time since suffering a right calf strain in the 49ers' Week 2 loss to the Vikings, and while the expectation remains that he'll miss a second straight contest this Sunday versus the Patriots, his presence at practice suggests he can't be ruled out at this stage.