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James (ankle) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

James sat out practice this week and is expected to miss his fifth game of the season. Through the three games the third-year wide receiver has played, he hasn't been targeted, contributing most of his efforts as a kick and punt returner. James could have had an expanded role if he suited up because Deebo Samuel (hamstring) has been ruled out, but now Dante Pettis could handle some offensive reps behind presumptive starters Brandon Aiyuk, Kendrick Bourne and Trent Taylor.

St. Brown (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Vikings, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

St. Brown practiced on a limited basis three times this week, but that level of participation was enough to get his name off the final injury report. He'll provide receiving depth for the high-powered Packers passing attack against the vulnerable Vikings secondary.

Harry (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

With Julian Edelman (knee) also out, the Patriots' top available wide receivers are Damiere Byrd, Jakobi Meyers and Gunner Olszewski, while the team also figures to dip into its practice squad for added depth. The options on that front are Isaiah Zuber, Mason Kinsey and Kristian Wilkerson.

Crowder (groin) is listed as doubtful on the final injury report before Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

Crowder sandwiched a limited practice session Thursday between missed practices Wednesday and Friday, and he looks primed to sit out for a second consecutive week. Braxton Berrios should take over in the slot against the Chiefs and play a prominent role in a game that should feature plenty of garbage time for the low-octane Jets offense to capitalize on.

Patrick (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

Patrick began the week with back-to-back absences from practice, and the Broncos didn't hold a session Friday due to COVID-19 precautions. The team anticipates practicing Saturday, during which time Patrick would likely have to return in at least a limited capacity in order to gain clearance for Sunday's game. If Patrick can't get the green light versus Los Angeles, the Broncos likely will roll with Jerry Jeudy, KJ Hamler and DaeSean Hamilton in three-receiver sets.

Edwards (ankle/foot) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Edwards put forth a trio of limited sessions leading up to Sunday's game, his first practice reps since suffering an ankle sprain Week 3. Nelson Agholor, Henry Ruggs and Hunter Renfrow have comprised the Raiders' starting group in three-receiver sets with Edwards out, so the rookie third-round pick could face some competition for snaps even if he's able to return in Cleveland.

Callaway (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Chicago, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Callaway saw 16 targets the past two weeks, catching 12 passes for 109 yards. He picked up an ankle injury during last week's win over the Panthers, and he'll now be out for at least one game despite logging limited practices Thursday and Friday. With Michael Thomas (hamstring) and Emmanuel Sanders (reserve/COVID-19) also unavailable, the Saints are left with Tre'Quan Smith and Deonte Harris as their top wide receivers.

Thomas (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Chicago, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Marquez Callaway (ankle) and Emmanuel Sanders (reserve/COVID-19) also will miss the game, leaving Tre'Quan Smith and Deonte Harris as the Saints' top options at wide receiver. Thomas was a limited practice participant Thursday and Friday, perhaps inching toward a return for Week 9 against Tampa Bay or Week 10 against San Francisco. He still hasn't played in a game since the season opener.

Robinson (concussion) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Saints, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

The initial 'questionable' designation did seem a bit optimistic, considering Robinson was held out of practice all week and will be just six days removed from suffering a concussion come Sunday. Javon Wims is the favorite to fill in as a starting wideout, but it'll likely be a team effort to replace Robinson's average of 10 targets per game. A 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff means official confirmation on Robinson's active/inactive status may not be available until around 3:00 p.m.

Miller (hip/groin) was a limited practice participant Friday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Miller has been banged up for most of the season but still hasn't missed a game. He had season highs for targets, catches and yards last week, also scoring his second TD of the year in a blowout win over the Raiders. Miller should have a significant role Monday night against the Giants, as fellow wide receiver Chris Godwin (finger) isn't expected to play.