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Speed (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Speed sat out Wednesday's practice entirely after having missed Week 15 versus Arizona. His return to practice Thursday, even as a limited participant, bodes well for his odds of gaining clearance for Sunday's game against the Raiders. To return Week 16, however, Speed may have to prove he can handle full practice reps Friday.

Rankins (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Rankin sat out practice Wednesday, but he's making progress with his knee issue. If the veteran defensive lineman can upgrade to full practice reps Friday, he'll have a solid chance to avoid an injury designation entirely for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Okuayinonu (ankle) logged a limited practice Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

This marked Okuayinonu's first practice since suffering an ankle injury in San Francisco's Week 12 matchup. Though it's a positive sign, his status for Monday's game against the Colts remains unclear.

Lassiter (foot) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Lassiter missed Wednesday's practice, so it's encouraging to see him now back on the field, even as a limited participant. He'll have one more chance to upgrade to full practice reps ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.

Al-Shaair (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Al-Shaair missed Wednesday's practice entirely, but he's beginning to trend in the right direction for Week 16. The starting linebacker generally handles an every-down role on defense for Houston. He'll have one more chance to prove he can handle full practice reps Friday.

Green (neck) practiced in limited fashion Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Green played 98 percent of snaps and logged four tackles in San Francisco's win over Tennessee in Week 15, so it's unclear when the injury occurred. There doesn't seem to be too much reason for concern regarding his status for Monday's game against the Colts, but his level of participation for the rest of the week will be worth monitoring.

Fiske (ankle) is active for Thursday's game against the Seahawks, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Fiske dealt with an ankle injury in the lead-up to the contest and did not practice at all. He may have his reps limited, but he'll be ready to suit up for a key NFC West showdown Thursday.

Bennett (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against Seattle, but he is available as the emergency third back, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

Bennett has operated as the emergency quarterback for the entire season. Jimmy Garoppolo will serve as the backup to Matthew Stafford.

Bobo (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Rams.

Bobo has served as a depth option at wide receiver for most of the season, but he has also been a healthy scratch at times. With Dareke Young set to return from a quad injury, Bobo will sit for one of Seattle's biggest games of the season.

Milroe (coach's decision) is inactive but designated as the emergency third quarterback for Thursday's game against the Rams.

Milroe has been inactive for every game since Week 6 and will continue in his typical role Thursday. Drew Lock will serve as the backup to Sam Darnold.