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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.

Orhorhoro (groin) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Orhorhoro wasn't listed on the injury report to start the week, but he popped up with a groin issue Thursday. The severity of the injury is unclear, but a limited or full practice again Friday would bode well for his availability for Week 16. The 24-year-old has 20 tackles (nine solo), including 2.5 sacks, and one pass breakup through Week 15.

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

Crosby did not practice Wednesday due to a persistent knee issue, but he was able to increase his participation level to limited in Thursday's session. The defensive end has yet to miss a game this season and will likely be able to upgrade his participation level again Friday to dodge an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Chinn (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Chinn upgraded to limited participation Thursday after being unable to participate in Wednesday's session. The safety has missed just one defensive snap all season, and Thursday's upgrade in practice participation is a good sign that he will play in Sunday's game against the Texans. Chinn will have one more opportunity to upgrade to a full participant in the hopes of avoiding an injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest.

Adams (knee/hamstring) is listed as inactive Thursday at Seattle.

Considering Adams didn't practice this week due to a lingering hamstring injury and a new knee issue and then was listed as doubtful for Week 16 action, this comes as no surprise. With Adams sidelined for the first time this season, Konata Mumpfield, Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington and Xavier Smith will be the wide receivers available to work alongside clear-cut top option Puka Nacua. Adams' next chance to suit up is Monday, Dec. 29 in Atlanta.

Reid (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Reid has missed consecutive games due to a knee injury. Thursday's full practice was enough to clear the strong safety of any injury designation, and he will be good to go for Sunday's game against the Jets. Reid's projected return means Jordan Howden will likely return to a depth role in the Saints' secondary.

Tipton (illness) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

Tipton was a new addition to Thursday's injury report. The wide receiver should be able to practice Friday, and even if he is unable to, he will likely be ready to suit up for Sunday as long as his immune system recovers. However, if Tipton is sidelined, Dante Pettis and Kevin Austin may see an expanded role in the Saints' offense.

Meyers and the Jaguars agreed to terms on a three-year, $60 million extension Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

This new contract includes $40 million in guarantees. Since arriving in Jacksonville at the trade deadline in early November, Meyers has helped the Jaguars go 5-1 by hauling in 27 of 38 targets for 355 yards and three touchdowns during that span. He'll now be tied to the organization through the 2028 campaign.

London (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

London popped up on the injury report Thursday after practicing in full Wednesday. It's unclear whether this shoulder injury is related to anything that caused him to miss time in November, but it's something to keep an eye on in practice Friday, and for his availability in Week 16 against the Cardinals. The 28-year-old has 21 sacks (14 solo), including 4.0 sacks, and one pass breakup in 10 games this season.

Williams (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Williams cleared the third step of the NFL's five-step concussion protocol Thursday by being cleared for non-contact practice. If the defensive tackle hopes to play Sunday, he will have to practice Friday and be cleared by an independent neurologist. If Williams can not be cleared of his concussion in time for Sunday's game, Kenny Clark and Solomon Thomas would be in line for expanded roles on the Cowboys' defensive line.