LIONS II: Thursday practice report 
By Tom Silverstein of the Journal Sentinel

Dec. 9, 2010 11:51 a.m. |(0) Comments

Green Bay -- The general health of the Green Bay Packers took a giant step forward Thursday with the return of several prominent players to the practice field.

CB Charles Woodson, who injured his ankle in practice Wednesday, was back on the field taking part in the jog-through. He actually did more than just stand at his position as injured players will sometimes do. He jogged around the field at a decent pace without any problems.

He did not stick around for the full-pads workout.

LT Chad Clifton, who was very limited Wednesday because of a concussion and soreness in both knees, was back at practice in full pads. He took part in the jog-through and stuck around afterwards, which is a sign he was going to take part in the regular practice.

He did not take part in the only full-team drill the team conducted during the periods the media is allowed to watch, but given he was in pads, it's likely he took part in some team activity. The very fact he was out there means he passed a test from an independent neurologist.

Finally, S Atari Bigby made his return from a hamstring injury he suffered at Minnesota Nov. 21. He had not practiced in any form over the past three weeks until Thursday. He was in full pads and appeared ready to take part in everything.

Also:

* DE Cullen Jenkins (calf) and FB Korey Hall (knee) were out.
* S Anthony Smith (ankle) still hasn't been cleared to practice.
* LB Clay Matthews (shin) sat out practice as he normally does on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
* CB Pat Lee (ankle) did not practice.
* DE Ryan Pickett (ankle) was in pads and appeared to be full-go.

I'll update with coach Mike McCarthy's comments after practice.