Overview

• Love had surgery on his non-throwing left thumb in mid-August and progressed from limited work to 11-on-11 reps this week.
• He took part in a simulated game while wearing a protective brace and has been handing off exclusively with his right hand.
• He said he has no concerns about the injury and expects to start Sept. 7 against the Lions.
• Receivers Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks returned to practice this week, while rookie Savion Williams remains out and Christian Watson is expected to miss the start of the season; exact participation levels will not be clarified until formal reports begin next week.
• Starting cornerback Nate Hobbs did not practice Thursday as he continues recovery from Aug. 2 knee surgery.