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Van Ness (foot) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Van Ness hasn't played since injuring his right foot against Cincinnati in Week 6. He resumed practicing (in limited fashion) last Thursday, and he's now been limited in four consecutive sessions. That gives Van Ness a chance of returning Sunday versus the Vikings, though he'll likely carry an injury designation into the weekend unless he's able to practice in full Friday.

Crosby (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com reports.

The defensive end played on 65 defensive snaps in Monday's loss to the Cowboys, recording five tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, and a forced fumble. Crosby wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, so it's possible his limited participation Thursday was just a precaution. His status will be worth monitoring Friday ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Browns.

Parsons (pectoral) recorded a limited practice session Thursday.

Parsons has been dealing with the pec injury for the last few weeks. He has been limited in each practice since Week 10, but that hasn't resulted in him missing any game action. As such, Parsons should be expected to suit up Sunday versus Minnesota provided he practices in some capacity again Friday.

Thomas (calf) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Clarence Hill Jr. of AllDLLS.com reports.

The defensive tackle was estimated to be a limited participant in Wednesday's walkthrough. Thomas missed Monday's win over the Raiders due to the calf issue, but his return to the field during the practice week should be a positive sign ahead of Sunday's clash with the Eagles.

Fuaga (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

Fuaga was able to make his return to practice after being unavailable to open the week Wednesday. The offensive tackle was forced to miss the team's last contest in Week 10 against the Panthers due to a high-ankle sprain, and he'll have one more chance to log a full practice Friday before the team's Week 12 matchup with the Falcons on Sunday.

Hooker (toe) did not participate in practice Thursday due to a personal matter, Clarence Hill Jr. of AllDLLS.com reports.

The safety was limited Wednesday with the toe injury, but since his absence Thursday was not injury related, he can perhaps be considered on track to play Sunday if he returns to the team. Dallas has another practice Friday. Hooker was activated from injured reserve for Monday's win over the Raiders, in which he logged 44 defensive snaps.

Wilson (elbow) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Clarence Hill Jr. of AllDLLS.com reports.

The safety was limited during Wednesday's session. Wilson played 80 percent of the defensive snaps Monday against the Raiders, but he did miss the previous two games with an elbow issue. The seventh-year pro appears on track to play Sunday against Philadelphia.

Hernandez (knee) was a limited participant at practice Thursday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official website reports.

Hernandez was able to make his return to practice after being a non-participant to open the week Wednesday. The offensive lineman has been playing through his ankle injury since Week 5, so he seems likely to be able to go Sunday versus Jacksonville.

Ratledge (knee) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

Ratledge was listed as limited at the team's walkthrough Wednesday, and he's now officially logged a limited practice as he deals with an apparent knee injury. The offensive lineman will have one more opportunity to practice in full before Sunday's matchup with the Giants.

Cooper (foot) was limited in practice Thursday.

Cooper has now been limited in practice two straight days. He's still dealing with a foot issue that has resulted in at least one limited practice each of the past three weeks. Cooper has played almost every defensive snap while managing the injury, so there's reason to be optimistic about his status for Sunday versus the Vikings unless he's encountered a setback.