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One of New Orleans' key defensive players is still sidelined, but one of the team's key offensive linemen was back to start the practice week.

Saints defensive end Chase Young (calf) remained out of practice on Wednesday. He has been off the field since injuring his calf during practice on Sept. 3.

But left guard Trevor Penning (toe) was limited in his return to practice on Wednesday for the first time since suffering a preseason injury. Receiver Trey Palmer (hamstring) was also limited.

But Offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga (knee/back) and offensive lineman Dillon Radunz (toe) were both non-participants in Wednesday’s session.

The Chiefs' offense could use some juice, so Xavier Worthy's status will be a point of interest leading into Sunday's game against the Giants.

Head coach Andy Reid said at his press conference that he didn't expect Worthy to have any limitations in Wednesday's practice, but the team did list him as a limited participant on their injury report. Worthy injured his shoulder early in Week 1's loss to the Chargers and didn't play against the Eagles in Week 2.

Rookie wide receiver Jalen Royals (knee) moved up to limited participation after missing the first two games. Left tackle Josh Simmons (illness) was also listed as limited.

Defensive end Mike Danna (quad) and cornerback Kristian Fulton (ankle) were the only players to miss practice.

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes (right wrist) made an appearance on the report, but was listed as a full participant. Barring a change to that status, he'll be on the field Sunday night.

Wide receiver Hollywood Brown (ankle), defensive lineman Ashton Gillotte (elbow), defensive end Charles Omenihu (hand), right tackle Jawaan Taylor (knee, ankle), and linebacker Drue Tranquill (knee) were also full participants.

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield fully participated in practice on Wednesday, but one of his top targets was not on the field.

Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka did not practice. He is listed on the team's injury report with hip and groin injuries. The first-round pick has three touchdown catches so far this season.

A report on Wednesday indicated Mayfield might miss some practice time this week, but he was a full participant. He is listed with knee and toe issues, but the expectation is that he'll play against the Jets on Sunday.

Right tackle Luke Goedeke (foot) and right guard Cody Mauch (foot) did not practice. Defensive tackle Calijah Kancey (pectoral) also missed practice and he has been placed on injured reserve.

Wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) and left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee) remained in the limited category as they work toward making their 2025 debuts. Linebacker SirVocea Dennis (ankle) and edge rusher Haason Reddick (shoulder) were also limited participants.