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Smith had three total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, along with three passes defensed (including an interception) in Thursday's win over Detroit.

It was a vintage performance from Smith, who was disruptive in all phases of the defense. He's playing well enough that the 36-year-old could decide to return next season rather than retire.

Washington (forearm) won't return to Sunday's game against the Browns, Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

Washington thus finishes the contest with two catches for 15 yards. In his absence, Pat Freiermuth, Jonnu Smith and Connor Heyward will handle Pittsburgh's tight-end duties Sunday.

Jordan (head) is being evaluated for a potential concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Jordan exited the game in the second quarter with a potential head injury. If the NFL's independent neurologists determine that Jordan suffered a concussion, he will be ruled out for the contest, and Benjamin Chukwuma or Elijah Klein will likely finish out Sunday's game at left guard.

Van Ginkel had five total tackles, including 1.5 sacks, and recovered two fumbles in Thursday's win over Detroit.

Van Ginkel had a signature performance in the win as he had two key takeaways in the opponent's backfield on a day when Minnesota's offense barely moved the ball. He now has 7.0 sacks in 11 games this season.

Mims (shin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Mims is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Cody Ford has taken over at right tackle in Mims' stead.

Waddle (ribs) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Buccaneers.

Waddle injured his ribs in the second quarter of Miami's matchup against Tampa Bay. He didn't record a single reception before leaving the field Sunday, though he did log one carry for seven yards. Malik Washington, Cedrick Wilson, Theo Wease and Tahj Washington will operate as the Dolphins' only available wide receivers as long as Waddle remains sidelined.

Washington exited Sunday's game against the Browns with a forearm injury, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Before that, Washington caught both of his targets for 15 yards. While he's sidelined, Pat Freiermuth, Jonnu Smith and Connor Heyward are available to handle the Steelers' Week 17 TE reps.

Shaheed is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Shaheed will be ineligible to return to action Sunday if he is indeed diagnosed with a concussion and placed into the NFL's five-step recovery protocol. While Shaheed is sidelined, Dareke Young and Jake Bobo will handle increased roles on offense and in the return game.

Pittman was forced out of Sunday's game against the Jaguars with a calf injury.

Before that, Pittman caught one of his two targets for four yards. While he's sidelined, Alec Pierce, Josh Downs, Ashton Dulin and Laquon Treadwell are available to handle wideout reps for the Colts.

Fannin exited Sunday's game against the Steelers with a groin injury.

Fannin approached the game listed as questionable due to a groin injury, so it looks like the tight end aggravated the issue Sunday. Prior to his departure from the contest, Fannin caught both of his targets for 30 yards and a TD. In his absence, Blake Whiteheart, Brenden Bates and Sal Cannella are available to handle TE reps versus Pittsburgh.