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In his quest to return to the NFL, Kaepernick reportedly turned in a solid outing with the Raiders on Thursday. Fowler noted that his arm strength and conditioning were both “good overall” as we now wait to get word on a potential signing. The 34-year-old quarterback last played in the league in 2016, but could push for the backup role behind Derek Carr. The Raiders made a trade for former Patriot Jarrett Stidham two weeks ago, and also have journeyman Nick Mullens on the roster.

Flowers managed to reel in catches of 22 yards and 25 yards but was otherwise confined to short area work against a stout Los Angeles secondary. The team got bruising running back Derrick Henry going in the second quarter, which confined quarterback Lamar Jackson to just 22 pass attempts, eight of which were directed at the team’s top option through the air. Flowers could be needed for heavier volume when the Ravens take on the 9-2 Eagles in Week 13.

Hill watched from the sidelines for most of the game as the team finally got Derrick Henry going early in the second quarter, spelling the veteran power back only when he needed a breather. One of those times resulted in a 51-yard touchdown scamper for Hill in the fourth quarter to send the Ravens up by two touchdowns, a lead they would not relinquish the remainder of the game. Hill continues to return sporadic spike weeks but is not an option in most standard fantasy leagues for as long as Henry remains healthy.

Henry and the rest of the offense had a quiet first quarter before the punishing back got the offense moving early in the second frame, breaking off consecutive carries of 19 and 14 yards to begin what would become the team’s first touchdown drive. He would then return consistent yardage before ripping off a game-high 27-yard carry on fourth and one on what would become their third touchdown drive in the third quarter. In all, Henry was his typical self, running hard and presenting one of the hardest tackles in the game today. He finds a more daunting matchup on the ground against the 9-2 Eagles in Week 13.

The Ravens struggled to move the football for the first 20 minutes of play before coming alive on consecutive possessions to end the first half, the first scored by Jackson’s legs and the second a dime to the back corner pylon for a 40-yard touchdown to wide receiver Rashad Bateman. Two fourth quarter touchdowns would prove enough as the Ravens outlasted the Chargers in a battle of head coach brothers. The Ravens improved to 8-4 on the season ahead of a Week 13 showdown with the 9-2 Eagles, a game with immense playoff implication on both sides.

The Raiders would probably offer Jones his best shot at immediately starting, but the 27-year-old is understandably hoping to sign with a playoff contender as he looks to begin rebuilding his value. Jones’ paramount priority should be landing with a strong coaching staff and offensive mind after years of Mickey Mouse operations in New York. ESPN’s Adam Schefter has called the Ravens and Vikings two of Jones’ “likeliest” suitors.

Robinson was reportedly clocked going “in excess” of 100 MPH “around 5AM.” The Rams, of course, played the Eagles Sunday evening. “Not a good look,” to put it mildly. 30-year-old Robinson will eventually draw a 2-3 game suspension for violating the league’s personal-conduct policy, but it won’t come this season. Robinson is lucky neither he nor anyone else was hurt.

Dobbins headed to the locker room early after departing the field of play under his own power with under two minutes remaining in the first half. Dobbins had a highly productive half before departing, picking up 40 yards on six carries and another 19 on three receptions. Expect further updates from the team at the half.

Smith entered the game listed as questionable. After going through a 15 minute pre-game workout, it was ultimately determined that he could not go against the Chargers for the Harbaugh Bowl.

McConkey first got onto the practice field on Friday with a limited showing after injuring his shoulder in the team’s Week 12 contest. He ultimately proved healthy enough to partake in the Harbaugh Bowl. Inactive for the Chargers are QB Easton Stick, LB Denzel Perryman, WR DJ Chark, CB Cam Hart, RB Kimani Vidal, OL Brenden Jaimes, and OL Jordan McFadden.

Cooks saw his 21-day practice window opened prior to the team’s Week 12 contest against the Commanders, ultimately held out of action for the seventh consecutive game. Executive Vice President Stephen Jones said earlier Monday that he expects Cooks to be able to play against the Giants on Thanksgiving day, a notion that should be either confirmed or denied once the team hits the practice field on Tuesday.