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

Orhorhoro was not present on the Falcons' estimated practice report Thursday, so his appearance on Friday's injury report is a bit worrisome. The nose tackle appears to have suffered a knee injury, but the ability to practice through it in any capacity means that he could potentially play with it. The 24-year-old will have one more opportunity to upgrade his practice participation to full in an attempt to dodge an injury designation ahead of Monday night's primetime contest against the Rams.

Pearce (neck) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Pearce's ability to practice in a limited capacity bodes well for the linebacker's chance of playing Monday. The rookie first-rounder will have one more chance to upgrade his practice participation to full in the hope of dodging an injury designation ahead of the contest.

Smyth (illness) was limited in practice Friday and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Smyth popped up on the practice report as a limited participant Friday due to an illness, so his status will need to be monitored ahead of Sunday's road matchup. New Orleans doesn't have another kicker on the active roster or practice squad, so if the team doesn't make any signings at the position in advance of Sunday's game, it will be an indication that Smyth is on the right track.

Sweat (ankle/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Cincinnati.

Sweat was held out of practice all week due to ankle and knee injuries, but the Cardinals are still giving the veteran pass rusher a chance to play Week 17. His status may not be officially known until the Cardinals announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Sweat doesn't play, then Dante Stills and Jordan Burch would be in line for more snaps on the defensive line.

Hughes (ankle) did not participate in Friday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

The Falcons held an estimated practice Thursday where Hughes was a DNP as well, which does not bode well for the cornerback's chances to suit up for Monday night's game against the Rams. With the Falcons eliminated from playoff contention, it is unlikely they will risk the 28-year-old's health by rushing him back. Cobee Bryant will likely get the start at outside cornerback if Hughes is ruled out for Monday's contest.

Henderson (concussion), who the Patriots list as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, was a full practice participant Friday, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.

Henderson, who left last Sunday's win over the Ravens in the second quarter after banging the back of his head on the ground while being tackled, practiced on a limited basis Wednesday while sporting a red (non-contact) jersey and remained listed as limited on Thursday's practice estimate. On Friday, the running back shed his non-contact jersey, which suggests that he advanced further through the NFL's concussion protocol. In order to gain clearance to play this weekend, however, Henderson will need to be cleared by an independent neurological consultant, so unless the Patriots officially upgrade or downgrade him, fantasy managers may need to wait for confirmation of his Week 17 status until the team's inactives are posted ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Henderson ends up being ruled out, fellow RB Rhamondre Stevenson would be in line to pace New England's ground game against New York.

Thompson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Thompson was limited in practice all week due to a hamstring injury that prevented him from playing in the Cardinals' last two games. Budda Baker (concussion) has already been ruled out for Sunday's road tilt, so Kitan Crawford and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson would serve as the Cardinals' two starting safeties if Thompson is also ruled out.

The Jets placed McDonald (knee) on injured reserve Friday, Susanna Weir of the Jets' official site reports.

McDonald was unable to practice all week after suffering a knee injury in the Jets' Week 16 loss to the Saints. The 26-year-old's move to IR ensures he is done for the season, likely giving Braiden McGregor more reps in McDonald's place. The third-year pro accounted for 30 tackles (19 solo), including 8.0 sacks, in 15 games played.

Brewer (neck) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Brewer managed to log a limited session Friday after missing consecutive practices earlier in the week, but it may not be enough for the center to suit up for Sunday's contest. If the Dolphins feel they cannot risk further injury to the lineman's neck, Daniel Brunskill will likely start at center.

Dean (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Dean has yet to resume practicing since suffering a hamstring injury Week 16 versus Washington, and he'll be unable to suit up for Sunday's matchup against Buffalo. As long as Dean remains unavailable, rookie first-round pick Jihaad Campbell will stand to step into a starting role on defense for the Eagles.