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Harris (neck) didn't suit up in Thursday's practice.

Harris missed his second straight practice with the neck issue, so his chances to suit up in Week 13 are in some jeopardy. Harris also failed to practice all of last week before missing the Week 12 win over the Broncos, so it's a possibility he could face the same fate this week. Fellow wideout Marquez Callaway (knee) could also sit out against the Falcons, leaving the Saints' depth receiver and returner positions thinned for Sunday's divisional contest.

Samuel (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

In his return to action this past Sunday against the Rams, Samuel torched L.A. for 11 catches (on 13 targets) for a season-high 133 yards. Along the way, he played 62 of the 49ers' 72 snaps on offense. Coach Kyle Shanahan told Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area that Samuel didn't suffer a setback during the game, so his DNP to kick off Week 13 prep can be considered maintenance-related. Samuel will have two more chances to get on the practice field ahead of Monday's game against the Bills.

Williams (non injury-related) practiced fully Thursday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Williams missed practice Wednesday for a non-injury reason, but his return to a full session Thursday indicates that he's good to go for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Williams, who caught three of his five targets for 26 yards in this past Sunday's loss to the Bills, has been a hit-or-miss fantasy option over his last few games, but overall his floor is decent, as the wideout has averaged 3.2 catches and 52.9 yards to go along with four TDs in 10 games to date.

Perriman (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Having begun the week with back-to-back limited practices is at least an indication that Perriman should be available against the Raiders on Sunday, considering that he's regularly had a cap on his reps since injuring his shoulder mid-November. Perriman has excelled as a deep threat in recent weeks, with 234 yards and three touchdowns over his last three games. He's averaging 21.3 yards per catch over that span.

Cephus (non-injury related) didn't practice Thursday, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

Cephus has yet to get on the field this week with what's been called 'not injury related' on Lions practice reports. He's otherwise healthy, so if he's able to return to practice Friday, he'll be in a position to be a part of a receiving corps that may be without Kenny Golladay (hip) again Sunday in Chicago.

Agholor (ankle) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Agholor has now missed two consecutive practices due to an ankle injury, so it appears as though his availability for Sunday's road matchup against the Jets could be in legitimate jeopardy. The extent of Agholor's participation in Friday's final session of the week will likely be telling as to his chances of suiting up. Henry Ruggs, Hunter Renfrow, Bryan Edwards and Zay Jones will all stand to handle increased roles if Agholor misses time.

Lazard (core) was limited at practice Thursday.

Lazard has been quelled since recovering from core muscle surgery, totaling six catches (on 10 targets) for 41 yards and one touchdown over the last two games. His cause wasn't helped when he took a huge hit this past Sunday against the Bears, but he continues to be listed with 'core' on the injury report. Look for Lazard's status to receive some clarity once the Packers wrap up their week of practice.

Pascal (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Pascal was listed as questionable before avoiding the inactive list ahead of last week's loss to the Titans, but he looks poised to enter Sunday's game in Houston without an injury designation at all. The starting wideout has drawn multiple targets in each of the Colts' 11 games to date, but he's yet to produce an eye-popping line in any of those outings, topping out at five receptions, 58 receiving yards and one touchdown in any given week.

Thomas (ankle) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Thomas' practice reps continue to be impacted by the high-ankle sprain that he suffered in the season opener and sidelined him from Weeks 2 through 8. Still, he's been able to log a substantial snap count for four consecutive games and has been productive with Taysom Hill under center, racking up 13 catches (on 18 targets) for 154 yards over the last two contests. Friday's practice report could pave the way for Thomas to serve in his usual capacity Sunday in Atlanta.

Ridley (foot/ankle) was limited at Thursday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Ridley maintained his activity for a second consecutive day, while Julio Jones (hamstring) followed up Wednesday's limited session with no practice Thursday. With Jones sidelined this past Sunday versus the Raiders, Ridley hauled in six of nine targets for 50 yards and a touchdown. Heavy volume could be in store for Ridley again Week 13 against the Saints if Jones sits out another game.