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Mitchell (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

For the second day in a row, Mitchell had his reps capped while he manages a left ankle injury. So long as he doesn't take a step back in activity during the Chargers' final practice of the week Friday, Mitchell should still be on track to suit up Sunday against the Seahawks. Through the team's first three games, Mitchell has carried 17 times for 85 yards (5.0 YPC) while adding four receptions for 10 yards and a touchdown in a complementary role behind lead back Omarion Hampton.

McConkey (foot) was a non-participant in Thursday's practice.

McConkey opened Week 4 prep Wednesday as a limited participant, so his downgrade in activity a day later is somewhat concerning with regard to his status for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. The Chargers will see what, if anything, McConkey is able to do during their final practice of the week Friday before deciding whether he'll carry a designation into the weekend. If Los Angeles' top wideout ends up being sidelined Sunday, more opportunities in the passing game would open up for wideouts Quentin Johnston and Tre' Harris and tight end Oronde Gadsden.

Goedert (knee) officially didn't practice Thursday.

Goedert has yet to practice since emerging from Week 2 with an MCL sprain in his right knee, and Friday's injury report may seal his fate for a second straight game after sitting out Monday's loss at Chicago. During that contest, the breakdown of offensive snaps among the Eagles' active tight ends was Johnny Mundt's 26 (of 50), followed by Zach Ertz's 19 and E.J. Jenkins' 13.

Ruckert (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Ruckert marked his second straight limited practice in preparation for Week 4. The 26-year-old likely suffered the knee injury in the Jets' Week 3 loss to the Lions, when he hauled in five targets for 39 yards and a touchdown. If his status doesn't improve, the fifth-year pro could be in danger of missing Sunday's contest against the Bears.

Fitzpatrick (groin) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Fitzpatrick appears set to return to his starting safety role after missing the last two games due to his groin injury. The fact Fitzpatrick will seemingly be available to slot in alongside Dane Belton will help the Jets' quest to slow down an aggressive Ben Johnson offense at Soldier Field in the Week 4 matchup against the Bears on Sunday.

Enagbare (knee) was unable to participate in practice Thursday.

Enagbare opened the week as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, but he now appears to be trending in the wrong direction for the Week 4 after not participating Thursday. The 26-year-old played his usual snap count in Week 3 (38), so it's unclear when the injury occurred. If Enagbare misses practice again Friday, he could be in danger of missing the Jets' Week 4 game versus the Bears on Sunday.

Luvu (groin) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Luvu appears to be trending in the right direction, marking his second straight limited participation in practice Thursday after straining his groin in Week 1. If he can practice again Friday, the 30-year-old will give himself a shot at playing Sunday versus the Colts.

Bell (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The Dolphins kept Bell's reps in check for the second day in a row, but the team hasn't indicated that he's dealing with a setback with his surgically repaired right knee. As long as he can practice in some fashion Friday, Bell should be in good position to suit up Sunday against the Vikings. Through his first three NFL games, the rookie third-round pick out of Louisville has put together a 5-92-0 receiving line on 11 targets.

Alie-Cox (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday.

Alie-Cox missed his second straight day of practice with an illness. It's unclear how long the 33-year-old will be absent from practice, but should he return Friday, there is a good chance he's available for Sunday's game in London. However, if Alie-Cox is unable to suit up, Drew Ogletree could see more tight-end reps behind Tyler Warren.

Wright (foot/stinger) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Emily Leiker of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Wright wasn't available for the Dolphins' Week 3 loss to the Chiefs while he tended to a pair of injuries, but after turning in a limited practice Wednesday and then upgrading to full activity Thursday, he looks like he'll be good to go for Sunday's game against the Vikings. With De'Von Achane (knee) out for the season, Wright and Ollie Gordon should both be in store for expanded opportunities out of the backfield, but it's not immediately clear which of the two will rank as the Dolphins' preferred option. Miami also plans to elevate one of Jarquez Hunter or Carlos Washington from the practice squad to give the team a third running back in Sunday's contest.