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Samuel (toe) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Samuel has strung together back-to-back capped sessions to begin Week 11 prep, giving him only one more chance to get back to all activity before the Commanders potentially tag him with an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants. He was able to play through his toe injury Week 10 in Seattle, but he hauled in just two of six targets for six yards.

The Bengals activated Jones (thumb) from injured reserve Thursday.

It paves the way for Jones to play Thursday night against the Ravens. He's officially listed as questionable. If he does suit up, Jones will likely regain return man duties and see a sprinkling of snaps on offense with Tee Higgins (hamstring) sidelined again.

Hyatt (concussion) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Hyatt suffered a concussion this past Sunday at Dallas, and after kicking off Week 11 prep with no on-field work Wednesday, he made noticeable progress one day later by putting in some work. Still, he likely has multiple steps to take in his quest through the protocol for head injuries, the last of which will be gaining clearance from an independent neurologist. Hyatt will need to do so by Saturday in order to be available Sunday in Washington.

Wilson (elbow) remained a limited participant at practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Wilson was also limited Wednesday, so the Jets' top wideout will presumably need to practice fully Friday in order to approach Sunday's game against the Bills minus an injury designation. Assuming Wilson is available this weekend, he'll remain a valuable fantasy asset Week 11, given the steady volume he continues to garner in his team's passing attack.

Burks (concussion) remained sidelined for Thursday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Burks missed Week 10 after being concussed 14 days ago in Pittsburgh, and he looks like he's trending toward missing a second consecutive contest. Burks has a concussion history, so it makes sense to be extra cautious with him. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Chris Moore and Kyle Philips are next up at wideout behind DeAndre Hopkins should Burks need to sit out.

Robinson (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

The Giants continue to take it easy on Robinson's practice reps due to the torn ACL that he suffered in his right knee Nov. 20 of last year. Almost one year removed from the injury, he's still been able to suit up for eight consecutive games, but he's notched just 29 catches and five carries en route to 229 yards from scrimmage and one receiving touchdown. Friday's injury report will unveil whether or not he heads into the weekend with an injury designation for Sunday's contest in Washington.

Sherfield (ankle) was limited in Thursday's practice, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Sherfield exited Monday night's loss to the Broncos just ahead of halftime and wasn't able to return, and he then missed Wednesday's practice. If Sherfield is able to practice again Friday, it would give him a decent shot to play Sunday against the Jets.

Shenault (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Shenault was able to log limited practices both Wednesday and Thursday as he continues to nurse an ankle injury that's held him out of Carolina's last three games. The 2020 second-round pick out of Colorado will likely carry an injury designation into the weekend unless he's able to log a full practice Friday.

Allen (shoulder) was present for Thursday's practice, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Allen didn't practice Wednesday, but his return for Thursday's session is a step in the right direction. On Wednesday, head coach Brandon Staley said that he's hopeful Allen will be able to play this weekend against the Packers, but it's not yet clear whether the wideout will head into the matchup with or without an injury designation.

Johnson (thumb) participated in Thursday's practice, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.

Johnson sat out Wednesday's session, but the wideout's return to the field a day later is a positive sign with regard to his chances of playing in Sunday's game against the Browns. The Steelers' second Week 11 injury report will be released later Thursday and will reveal the extent of Johnson's practice participation.