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Little (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Little ended the week with back-to-back full practices, but he'll need to pass an evaluation from an independent neurologist in order to clear the league's concussion protocol. If he's cleared to play, Little will likely reclaim his starting spot at left tackle while Cole Van Lanen reverts to a reserve role on the offensive line.

Smith (ankle) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

It looked like Smith would be able to return to game action in Week 15 when he managed a full practice Wednesday, but he subsequently downgraded to limited participation Thursday and then missed practice entirely Friday. Per Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com, coach Andy Reid said Friday, "I don't think he's quite there." Now he'll miss his third straight game as he continues to recover from an ankle sprain, and Mike Caliendo projects to make another start at right guard in his stead.

Green (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Matt Citak of the Giants' official site reports.

Green has been sidelined since Week 9 with the hamstring injury but was able to log three full practices this week. That sets him up for a potential return, though he'll need to be activated from injured reserve by Saturday evening to have a chance to suit up Sunday.

The Eagles activated Hughlett (abdomen) from injured reserve Friday, and he carries no injury designation into Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Hughlett underwent surgery for an abdominal injury in early October. He was designated to return from IR on Wednesday and has been given the green light to return after logging a full week of practice.

Dimukeje (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Commanders, Matt Citak of the Giants' official site reports.

Dimukeje will miss his second straight game with a knee injury. He was unable to practice in any capacity, even coming out of the Giants' bye.

Taylor (triceps) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Taylor will miss his second straight game in Week 15 as he continues to deal with a triceps injury he suffered in Week 13 at Dallas. In his absence, Esa Pole figures to start at right tackle Sunday against a strong Chargers pass rush led by 2023 second-rounder Tuli Tuipulotu.

Morris (knee) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

As expected, Morris will sit out in Week 15, and it's still believed he will miss the remainder of the season as he recovers from a bone bruise in his right knee. With him and Jawaan Taylor (triceps) sidelined, Jaylon Moore and Esa Pole project to start as Kansas City's left and right tackles, respectively.

The Bengals activated Heyward (lower leg) from injured reserve Friday, and he does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Heyward had his 21-day practice window open Wednesday and was a full participant in all three practices during Week 15 prep, which was enough for the Bengals to activate him from IR ahead of Sunday's game. Heyward has mostly served on special teams and has logged 10 takcles (four solo) through eight regular-season games.

Pipkins (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Pipkins was unable to practice all week after sustaining an ankle injury during the Chargers' overtime win over the Eagles on Monday. Assuming he doesn't play in Sunday's AFC West tilt, Trevor Penning and Bobby Hart would be the top candidates to start at right tackle.

Fuaga (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, Jeff Nowak of WWL Radio reports.

Fuaga upgraded to a full participant in Friday's practice, just in time to dodge an injury designation for Sunday's divisional clash. The Saints are out of the playoff race, but a healthy right tackle for Tyler Shough will help them try to spoil the Panthers' shot at a division title.