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Nailor (concussion) was deemed a nonparticipant during Wednesday's practice walk-through.

Nailor has missed Minnesota's past two games while in concussion protocol, and his DNP on Wednesday casts uncertainty about his chances of returning Sunday versus Green Bay. However, it should be noted that the Vikings held a walk-through Wednesday, so Nailor's absence is an estimation, and a clearer picture of his progress (or lack thereof) should come over the remainder of the practice week. Jordan Addison was also listed as a nonparticipant Wednesday as he manages an ankle injury, so Nailor could see more opportunities Sunday if he's able to play and Addison is held out.

Smith-Njigba was limited at Wednesday's walkthrough due to a knee injury, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Smith-Njigba consistently has earned a snap share of at least 60 percent per game since the Seahawks' Week 5 bye, recording a 47-540-3 receiving line on 66 targets over the last 11 contests. The rookie first-round pick has yet to break through with the first signature performance of his career, though, which isn't a shock on a team that stresses the run game and also features veteran wide receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Smith-Njigba will now have to work his way past a health concern in order to suit up Sunday versus the Steelers.

Chosen (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Chosen hit his head following a catch Sunday versus Dallas and subsequently entered the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that the wideout is improving, but Chosen was nonetheless held out of practice Wednesday. Jaylen Waddle (ankle) also missed the first practice session of Week 17 prep and may not be able to suit up Sunday in Baltimore, so Chosen could potentially have a larger-than-usual role if he's able to play.

Moore was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a rib injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

The rib injury is a new concern for Moore, but his ability to practice in some fashion to begin Week 17 prep bodes well for his chances of playing Sunday in Houston. Even though he seems to have solidified himself as the Titans' No. 3 wideout behind DeAndre Hopkins and Treylon Burks, Moore has recorded a modest 12-193-0 receiving line on 17 targets over the past seven games, despite playing north of 60 percent of the offensive snaps in six of those contests.

Philips (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Philips was inactive for three of the last four games for Tennessee. He's tumbled down the depth chart and dealt with injuries seemingly all season. Philips has drawn 19 targets across eight games, posting a scoreless 13-166-0 receiving line.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Jennings (concussion) won't practice Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Jennings has yet to take part in drills since sustaining a concussion during the 49ers' Week 15 win at Arizona. After Jennings was ruled out ahead of Monday's 33-19 loss to the Ravens, Shanahan told Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com that the wide receiver "has made steps" through the five-step concussion protocol. Having said that, it hasn't translated to Jennings being able to get in work on the practice field.

Smith-Schuster (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Smith-Schuster closed out Week 16 prep last Friday as a non-participant in practice before being ruled out ahead of Sunday's 26-23 win over the Broncos. The veteran wideout's limited participation Wednesday indicates that he could return to action this weekend against the Bills, but Smith-Schuster will need to practice fully by Friday in order to avoid a Week 17 injury designation.

Montgomery was listed as a non-participant Wednesday on the Colts' estimated practice report.

While seeing increased snaps the last two weeks due to Michael Pittman dealing with a concussion, Montgomery has turned eight targets into a 3-56-1 receiving line across 103 offensive snaps. Once Pittman returns, Montgomery will go back to filling a depth and special-teams role. Montgomery's status for this Sunday's game against the Raiders will be clarified by his participation -- or lack thereof -- in practices Thursday and Friday.

Sutton (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Ryan McFadden of The Denver Post reports.

Sutton's absence was to be expected less than 72 hours after he suffered a concussion in the first half of Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Patriots. If he clears the five-step concussion protocol ahead of this weekend's game against the Chargers, Sutton will be on the receiving end of passes from Jarrett Stidham rather than Russell Wilson, who has been moved to the bench for Denver's final two games of the season.

St. Brown (pectoral) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.

St. Brown has missed the last three games due to a pectoral injury, but he appears to be on track to return this Sunday against the Falcons. With Darnell Mooney in concussion protocol, St. Brown could be in line for an expanded reps at receiver, though it won't necessarily translate to a meaningful target share.