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Allen Hurns (ankle) was limited in today’s practice.

Hurns hasn’t practiced since before Week 10, so he’s making progress in his return from a high-ankle sprain. With Marqise Lee (ankle) looking doubtful for this week, the Jaguars could use Hurns’ presence in the lineup. Consider him 50/50 to play in Week 16, and his status will be monitored throughout the week of practice.

12/20/17 - 04:35 PM ET

Leonard Fournette (quadricep) was officially a full participant in practice today.

After missing Sunday’s win against the Texans, Fournette is ready to go for Christmas Eve against the 49ers. We’ll update you if the talented rookie runner suffered a setback in practice, but for now you can safely insert him into fantasy lineups for the first week of fantasy championships.

12/20/17 - 04:33 PM ET

The Buccaneers have placed tight end O.J. Howard (foot) on injured reserve.

The injury suffered on Monday night will keep him out for the final two games of the season. Overall, it was an impressive rookie season for Howard, who caught 26 passes for 432 yards (for a superb 16.6 yards per reception) and six touchdowns. The first-round selection of the Bucs showed the major flashes that made him a top-ten overall prospect according to many, and his future is extremely bright. Teammate Cameron Brate will be a restricted free agent this offseason, so Howard’s fantasy value for 2018 will be determined by Brate’s status with the team. If Brate leaves, Howard would offer a ton of a upside as a potential TE1 in fantasy drafts.

12/20/17 - 01:16 PM ET

Julio Jones (ankle) will be limited in practice this week.

Jones got a little banged up in Monday’s win against Tampa Bay, but there isn’t much concern for his status heading into this week against New Orleans. The All-Pro receiver will be in there for the Falcons, and he’ll be an elite WR1 on Christmas Eve.

Via: Kelsey Conway 12/20/17 - 12:19 PM ET

Tevin Coleman (concussion) will be limited in practice today.

Coleman is making some progress through concussion protocol, which is a good sign. Right now, he should be on track to play this week in a huge matchup against the Saints, but we’ll monitor his status throughout the week and keep you updated.

Via: Kelsey Conway 12/20/17 - 12:18 PM ET

Julius Thomas (foot) has been placed on injured reserve.

His season is now over. Thomas hurt his foot early in Sunday’s loss to the Bills but played through the injury. Thomas’ season ends with 41 receptions for 388 yards and three touchdowns, as he showed flashes but was overall an inconsistent player all season. It wouldn’t be surprising to see the Dolphins move on from Thomas and attempt to upgrade the tight end position, though he does have one more year on his deal. Either way, Thomas isn’t a highly-reccomended fantasy option in 2018 fantasy drafts as of now.

12/20/17 - 12:12 PM ET

Davante Adams remains in concussion protocol.

Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said that Adams is “angry” and wants to be out there after he was knocked out in a critical part of Sunday’s loss to the Panthers. With Green Bay out of playoff contention and a short week with a Saturday night game against Minnesota, it’s not looking good for his status in Week 16. Adams must pass concussion protocol either way, but the Packers aren’t going to rush him back while dealing with his second concussion of the season.

12/20/17 - 12:04 PM ET