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The Ravens have officially placed Jackson (thumb)on injured reserve.

Prior to Thursday night's game against the Jaguars, the Ravens made a trio of moves to re-shape their Week 9 QB corps. Along with Jackson, Tyler Huntley (toe) landed on IR, while Austin Reed was added to the team's active roster. As a result, Joe Fagnano (Thursday's starter), Kedon Slovis and Austin Reed are available to face Jacksonville, and then in the coming days Jacoby Brissett will be on his way to Baltimore via a looming trade with the Cardinals.

Samuel (hamstring) did not participate in the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Samuel hasn't played or practiced since sustaining a hamstring injury in San Francisco's Week 5 win over the Seahawks. He'll likely require at least some ramp-up period upon returning to practice, and GM John Lynch indicated Thursday that Samuel is expected to sit out Sunday's game against the Raiders. Samuel's likely to be formally ruled out on Friday's injury report.

Evans (Achilles) did not participate in the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Evans' absence Thursday comes as no surprise considering GM John Lynch stated earlier in the day that Evans is unlikely to return Sunday against the Raiders. Barring an unexpectedly quick recovery, Evans will sit out a second consecutive game sandwiched around San Francisco's Week 8 bye before possible returning in Week 10 at Dallas. At 6-1, the 49ers can afford to take a cautious approach with the top option in their injury-riddled wide receiver room.

McCaffrey (hamstring) was present for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports.

McCaffrey was hampered by a left hamstring injury during the 49ers' last game, a Week 7 loss in Atlanta. Even with the benefit of a Week 8 bye, he didn't practice Wednesday, after which he touched on the health concern. "I had no idea (it was a hamstring injury)," he told Vic Tafur and Matt Barrows of The Athletic. "It wasn't too bad. Having the bye week was awesome. But now I feel great." Thursday's practice report will reveal how much work McCaffrey was able to handle.

The Ravens elevated Moody from the practice squad for Thursday night's game against the Jaguars.

With Tyler Loop (groin) sent to injured reserve this week, Moody will handle kicking duties for Baltimore for the foreseeable future. With Joe Fagnano at the controls of the offense against Jacksonville, Moody is not an exciting fantasy bet.

Taylor (back) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Taylor was limited Wednesday, but his return to full Thursday puts him on track for his normal role Sunday against the Chiefs. The tight end has been a surprisingly big part of the passing offense this season despite the selection of Kenyon Sadiq in the first round of April's Draft. Taylor has secured 17 of 23 targets for 136 yards and two touchdowns across six games.

Hall (quadriceps) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

After opening the week with a limited session, Hall upgraded to full participation Thursday, indicating that he's in the clear to return Sunday against the Chiefs for his first action since Week 3. Braelon Allen has thrived in the lead role during Hall's absence, and offensive coordinator Frank Reich said Thursday that the Jets intend to utilize "a mix" of the two running backs Sunday, per Al Iannazzone of Newsday Sports. Hall is the superior receiving back, but Allen is averaging 5.0 yards per carry while Hall averaged just 3.2 YPC prior to getting hurt.

Wilson (concussion) did not practice Thursday.

Wilson remains in concussion protocol and has not practiced either day thus far this week. He was placed in protocol midweek, which makes it an uphill climb for him to be cleared for Sunday's game at the Chiefs. If Wilson can't clear protocol, fantasy managers can expect more targets for Adonai Mitchell and Omar Cooper.

Kamara (rest/back) returned to practice Thursday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

The veteran was back on the field Thursday after getting a rest day to open the practice week. Kamara has also dealt with a back issue that limited his practice participation in recent weeks. The Saints are coming off a bye, so the added time off likely bodes well for Kamara being closer to full strength heading into Week 9 against the Browns. New Orleans' practice report will provide insight on Kamara's participation level, but he seems to be trending in the right direction regardless.

Carter (illness) returned to practice Thursday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Carter was absent Wednesday, but his return to the practice field puts the edge rusher on track for Sunday's game against the Eagles. Carter has started all seven games this season, recording 18 tackles (six solo), including 2.0 sacks, and a forced fumble on 88 percent of the defensive snaps.