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Ruckert (knee) was a full participant in Friday's practice.

Ruckert was limited Wednesday and Thursday but managed to log a full session Friday, clearing the way for his availability for the Week 4 meeting with the Bears. With Mason Taylor (thumb) still sidelined, Ruckert should continue to be more involved. He might see the field even more Sunday if Kenyon Sadiq (back), who is questionable, can't suit up.

Kolar (forearm) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Kolar fractured his forearm during the Chargers' Week 2 loss to the Raiders. He'll miss a second consecutive game due to his injury, but the positive news for the fifth-year tight end is that he ended Week 4 prep with a limited practice Friday. Head coach John Harbaugh told reporters after Friday's session that Kolar is "doing everything and anything possible" to return to the field, and he could return as soon as Week 5 against the Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 11. For now, Oronde Gadsden will serve as the Chargers' TE1, with Hayden Rucci also in the mix for offensive snaps.

Winston (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Winston practiced in full Thursday, though he wasn't out there Friday, resulting in a questionable designation for the Week 4 meeting with Baltimore. If Winston can't suit up Sunday, Tony Adams is the favorite to replace him in the starting lineup, with Terrell Burgess potentially seeing some snaps behind him.

Dennis (calf/personal) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Brianna Dix of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Dennis was limited in Wednesday's practice with a calf injury before downgrading to a DNP in Thursday's session. The linebacker was able to return to practice Friday but is also dealing with a personal issue. With Josiah Trotter back as the starting inside linebacker next to Alex Anzalone for Sunday's game against the Packers, Dennis will be in a reserve role if he can suit up.

Jackson (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Jackson entered the league's concussion protocol during the Chargers' Week 3 loss to the Bills. He progressively increased his practice participation this past week, culminating in a full session Friday, but Jackson will need to pass an evaluation by an independent neurologist in order to be cleared to play against Seattle.

Al-Shaair (groin) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Al-Shaair suffered a groin injury in the 19-17 loss to the Colts in Week 3. Head coach DeMeco Ryans stated Wednesday that the 29-year-old is considered "week-to-week," meaning his absence could extend beyond Sunday's intrastate meeting with the Cowboys. As a result, Wade Woodaz (ankle/thumb), who logged a career-high 17 snaps versus Indianapolis, could continue to be more involved.

Molden (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

A hamstring injury prevented Molden from playing against the Bills in Week 3, but the sixth-year pro drew the questionable tag for Week 4 after logging three consecutive limited practices. One or both of Tony Jefferson and Genesis Smith could start at safety Sunday depending on the statuses of both Molden and Derwin James (hamstring).

Clowney (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Dallas.

Clowney was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday, though he took a step back Friday. As a result, there is a realistic chance that the veteran will be looking at a third consecutive absence. If that's the case, the door will remain open for increased involvement from Sabastian Harsh and Dominique Robinson. Chris Braswell, who was signed from the practice squad Wednesday, should also receive some snaps.

Lance (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle.

Lance has been working through a groin issue as of late, though he was cleared to suit up for Week 3 against the Bills. He figures to do the same Sunday, but if Lance is not cleared to play, then DJ Uiagalelei would be in line to serve as the Chargers' backup quarterback behind Justin Herbert.

James (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

James posted an LP-DNP-LP practice log while working through a hamstring injury that he likely picked up during the Chargers' Week 3 loss to the Bills. Elijah Molden (hamstring) is also listed as questionable, so Tony Jefferson and Genesis Smith would both be in line for more defensive snaps if one or both of James and Molden were to be ruled out.