Barner (concussion/knee) was held out of practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Unlike fellow running back Ito Smith, who also is in the concussion protocol, Barner didn't work with the special teams group during the portion of practice open to the media, according to Jason Butt of The Athletic. With no apparent progress made through his head injury to date, Barner is trending in the wrong direction for an appearance Sunday versus the Titans. Friday's injury report could provide a glimpse into that eventuality.

Barner (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner appears to be progressing well in his recovery from a head injury sustained Week 3. He'll need to fully clear the league's concussion protocol before retaking the field, including being medically cleared by an independent neurologist, so it remains to be seen whether Barner will manage to get healthy in time for Sunday's tilt against the Titans.

Barner (concussion/knee) did not practice Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Barner exited Sunday's loss to the Colts due to a head injury and isn't yet healthy enough to practice. With Ito Smith (concussion) also sidelined Wednesday, the Falcons could be forced to rely on Qadree Ollison and Brian Hill in Week 4 as reserve running back options behind Devonta Freeman. Additionally, if Barner misses any time Atlanta will roll with Justin Hardy and Kendall Sheffield as starting kick and punt returners, respectively.

Barner is in the concussion protocol Monday, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner exited Sunday's loss to the Colts due to a concussion. He'll need to fully clear the league's protocol for head injuries before retaking the field. If Barner were to miss any time, Justin Hardy and Kendall Sheffield would serve as the Falcons' top kick and punt returners.

Barner left Sunday's game against Indianapolis, and is being evaluated for a possible concussion, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner is the second Atlanta running back to suffer a head injury Sunday, with Ito Smith diagnosed with a concussion already. Expect the team to comment on Barner's status following the game or in the coming days, but Devonta Freeman is the only healthy running back left on the roster for the remainder of the game.

Barner (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner appears to have fully recovered from his ankle injury. He'll work to make an impact in the return game Sunday versus Indianapolis.

Barner (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Barner played through his ankle injury Week 2 versus Philadelphia, and he could do the same Week 3 if he's limited again Friday. If Barner is able to go, he'll slide into his usual role as Atlanta's top return man versus the Colts on Sunday.

Barner (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner was a late addition to last week's injury report with an ankle injury, but he still ended up being active for Sunday night's contest against the Eagles. It's unclear at this time if Barner suffered a setback or if the Falcons are just being cautious with the running back.

Barner (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's prime-time matchup with Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Barner popped up on the injury report Thursday after being limited by an ankle injury. The 30-year-old was then listed as a full participant in Friday's practice. Barner seems poised to continue his role as the team's top kick/punt returner.

Barner was limited in practice Thursday due to an ankle injury, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barner's surprise appearance on the injury report makes his chances of suiting up Week 2 somewhat cloudy. He'll have one more opportunity to practice in full before Sunday's tilt against the Eagles. If Barner is forced to miss any time expect Calvin Ridley to receive work returning kicks and Justin Hardy to return punts.