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Jefferson (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Friday and said he's not sure if he will play Monday against the Bears, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Jefferson said his recovery is going well and noted that he's been clocked at top speeds during practice, but he also reiterated that he and the team are on the same page about taking a cautious approach. He's been listed as limited for every practice since the Vikings designated him Nov. 8 to return from injured reserve -- a move that opened a three-week window to activate Jefferson to the roster. The window closes a few days after Minnesota's Week 12 contest, so any transaction returning Jefferson to the roster in the upcoming days would suggest he's expected to play Monday night.

Parker (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants after being limited in practice this week.

Parker hasn't seen game action since Week 8, but in the wake of the Patriots' Week 11 bye and a return to limited practices this week, the veteran wideout has a chance to return to action versus New York. Even though he didn't practice fully Wednesday through Friday, Parker could get the green light to play Sunday if he gains clearance from an independent neurologist at some point Saturday. In the seven outings he's played in this season, Parker has notched 15 catches for 158 yards and no touchdowns on 25 targets, a level of production that has thus far limited his fantasy lineup utility to deeper formats.

Jones (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Jones put forth a third consecutive limited practice Friday, per Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio. He returned from a five-game absence in Week 11 against Tennessee and played 63 percent of offensive snaps in the 34-14 win. Jones has caught 12 of 22 targets for 98 yards and two touchdowns in four appearances this season, and he'll hope to get a chance to add to those totals Sunday.

Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Brown, who wasn't able to practice this week, will thus target a potential return to action Dec. 3 against the Broncos. In his continued absence this weekend, Nico Collins, Tank Dell and Robert Woods are slated to headline the Texans' wideout corps.

Brown (thigh) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Brown upgraded to full participation Friday after being listed as limited the previous two days. He's coming off his first dud of the season -- one catch for eight yards in Monday's win over Kansas City -- but is already over 1,000 receiving yards for the campaign.

The Panthers placed Wright on the practice squad injured list Friday with a knee injury, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Wright suffered the injury in practice Thursday. The 25-year-old wide receiver has yet to make his NFL debut and won't be eligible for elevation to the 53-man roster for any of the Panthers' next four games.

Slayton (neck) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

Slayton returned to practice Thursday after an early exit from Sunday's win over Washington, but it appears he isn't quite healthy enough to play. His likely absence could free up snaps for a number of different wide receivers, including Sterling Shepard, Isaiah Hodgins and Jalin Hyatt. The Giants have a Week 13 bye after Sunday's matchup with New England.

Godwin (knee/elbow) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Colts.

The Bucs listed Godwin as a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday. It seems neither of his injuries is serious, and he should handle his usual role catching short and intermediate passes from QB Baker Mayfield.

Goodwin (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Scott Petrak of The Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Goodwin will miss a third consecutive game. He remains in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol and has yet to resume practicing. The speedy wide receiver's next chance to suit up will come Dec. 3 against the Rams.

Burks (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Burks last suited up Week 9 and will now miss a third straight contest. His continued absence should lead to increased reps at receiver for Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Chris Moore and Kyle Philips. Burks' next chance to return to action will come Dec. 3 versus the Colts.