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Kirk (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, isn't expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Sidelined for the Cardinals' past two games with the right ankle injury, Kirk took a questionable tag into the weekend after practicing on a limited basis all week. While the Cardinals have described Kirk as a game-time decision, Schefter's report implies there isn't much confidence he'll ultimately gain clearance ahead of the 1 p.m. EDT kickoff. If that's the case, Larry Fitzgerald, Damiere Byrd, KeeSean Johnson and Trent Sherfield would likely handle the majority of the snaps at receiver.

Cobb (back) is expected to play Sunday against Philadelphia, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Cobb sat out the first two practices of the week but will apparently be ready to play after logging a limited session Friday. Fellow wideout Amari Cooper (quadriceps/ankle) is also expected to be available for the Cowboys.

Cooper (quadriceps/ankle) is expected to play Sunday night against the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Cooper received the questionable tag after working as a limited participant Friday, but his status never truly appeared in doubt. The 25-year-old was limited to only three snaps in last week's loss to the Jets due to the bruised quad, but it doesn't look as though he'll miss additional time. Fellow WR Randall Cobb (back) -- who is also questionable -- is also expected to play Sunday.

Olszewski (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jets.

Olszewski was added to Saturday's injury report with a hamstring issue after practicing in full to begin the week. He appears to have picked up the injury mid-week, and his status for Monday Night Football could come down to a game-time decision. In the event that Olszewski is forced to miss any time, Matthew Slater will serve as the Patriots' top kick returner and Julian Edelman (chest) will take back punts.

Dorsett (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jets.

Dorsett sat out Week 6 against the Giants due to a hamstring issue, but he now appears to have a good shot at retaking the field for Monday Night Football. With Josh Gordon (knee) ruled out, Dorsett could be in line for an expanded offensive role versus the Jets, in the event that he's able to suit up.

The Redskins cut Sims on Saturday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Sims was cut to make room for running back Craig Reynolds on the active roster. The Alabama product appeared in just one game for the Redskins this season, in which he played two snaps on offense and was not targeted.

Brown (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks after missing practice all week.

While the questionable designation leaves the door open for the speedy wideout to play this weekend, a full slate of missed practices doesn't bode well on that front. Added clarity on Brown's status should come as the Ravens' 4:25 p.m. EDT kickoff approaches, but the fact that the team plays during the second wave of games Sunday limits the lineup substitution options for those inclined to wait things out. If Browns end up being inactive, Willie Snead, Miles Boykin, Seth Roberts and Chris Moore would head the team's wideout corps against Seattle.

Dorsett (hamstring) remained limited at practice Friday.

While Dorsett seems to be trending in the right direction in advance of Monday night's game against the Jets, Josh Gordon (knee/ankle) is looking iffy for the contest following consecutive missed practices. If Gordon ends up being ruled out Saturday, Dorsett could see an expanded workload in Week 7, provided he's cleared to return to action.

Samuel (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Redskins, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Samuel will be idle for the first time this season after his groin injury prevented him from practicing in any fashion Wednesday through Friday. His absence may result in Jordan Matthews dressing for the first time as a 49er, though Kendrick Bourne seems to be the most likely candidate to see more regular work in three-receiver formations alongside Marquise Goodwin and Dante Pettis.

Kirk (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Kirk's game status was a foregone conclusion after coach Kliff Kingsbury referred to the wide receiver as a game-time decision earlier Friday. Kirk was a limited participant at each practice the past two weeks, never quite making it back to full participation. He reportedly still looks less than 100 percent in practice, but the Cardinals could bring him back into action if he looks good in pregame warmups before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. EST kickoff.