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Horsted caught three passes on as many targets for 19 yards in Monday's 30-29 loss to the Chiefs.

Horsted quickly became the Raiders' only option at tight end when Darren Waller exited Monday's contest early due to a hamstring injury, with Foster Moreau (knee) also on the shelf. The team's upcoming bye week lends Waller and Moreau additional time to heal ahead of Las Vegas' Week 7 matchup against the Texans, but Horsted could be a part of that offensive game plan if either continues to miss time.

Johnson caught one of his two targets for 13 yards over 44 offensive snaps in Saturday's 39-32 victory versus the Seahawks.

Johnson served as the Saints' No. 2 tight end for the second week in a row behind Adam Trautman, who caught two of his three targets for 32 yards and a touchdown over 50 (of 77) offensive snaps Sunday. As a result, the backup played a season-high 19 special-teams snaps. Johnson was also flagged for a false start midway through the fourth quarter, thus pushing New Orleans into a 4th-and-7 before punting from Seattle's 47-yard line. Nevertheless, he should continue to see significant playing time, as the Saints will likely lean into the running game with starting wideouts Michael Thomas (foot), Jarvis Landry (ankle) and Chris Olave (concussion) all banged up.

Kelce recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 25 yards and four touchdowns in Monday's 30-29 victory over the Raiders.

Kelce didn't do much damage from a yardage perspective, as his longest catch went for only eight yards and he averaged just 3.1 yards per target. However, he more than made up for that with his prolific work around the end zone, as he accounted for all four of the Chiefs' touchdowns -- each of which came from the eight-yard line or closer. Kelce now has at least one score and five receptions in four of the team's five games this season and is clearly operating as Patrick Mahomes' top pass catcher.

Hooper hauled in his lone target for seven yards in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Commanders.

Hooper was on the field for 33 snaps, his highest total since Week 1. However, he remained a minimal part of the Titans' passing attack and has racked up more than one reception in a game only once this season. Overall, Hooper has six catches for 55 yards across five games.

Swaim recorded one catch on one target for five yards in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Commanders.

As has typically been the case, Swaim led the Titans' tight-end corps in snaps. However, he spent the vast majority of his time on the field blocking and has now earned one or fewer targets in three of five games this season. For the campaign, he has seven receptions for 43 yards and a touchdown.

Waller (hamstring) was seen in street clothes on the Raiders' sideline and will not return to Monday's game against the Chiefs, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

Waller will finish Week 5 without a catch after exiting with a hamstring injury during the first half Monday. The star tight end now will have two weeks to recover before Las Vegas' next game against the Texans on Sunday, Oct. 23. With Waller out and Foster Moreau (knee) inactive, expect Jesper Horsted to step in as the Raiders' No. 1 tight end.

Muse reverted to the Vikings' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Muse received the promotion with Ben Ellefson out with a groin injury. The rookie tight end played six snaps on special teams, but he did not record any stats. With Ellefson now on IR, it's possible Muse could be elevated to the active roster in Week 6 against the Dolphins.

Waller (hamstring) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Chiefs, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.

Waller did not record a catch before exiting during the first half. The star tight end was limited in practice ahead of this contest with a shoulder injury, but he managed to return in full at last Friday's walkthrough. Waller came into Week 5 with 16 receptions (on 24 targets) for 175 yards and a touchdown through four games, and his absence could send more targets toward wideouts Davante Adams and Hunter Renfrow.

Sokol reverted to the Patriots' practice squad following Sunday's 29-0 win over the Lions.

Sokol was elevated from the practice squad for the first time this season with No. 2 tight end Jonnu Smith (ankle) ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's win over Detroit. As a result, the 26-year-old played eight of New England's 60 offensive snaps behind starter Hunter Henry, though he did not attract a target from starting quarterback Bailey Zappe. Sokol will now be eligible for two more such elevations while on the Patriots' practice squad this season.

Hopkins' three-game suspension for a violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy was lifted Monday, per the league's transaction log.

Now that he's back on the Rams' active roster, Hopkins likely will slot in as the team's No. 2 tight end behind Tyler Higbee and in front of Kendall Blanton. In two games this season, Hopkins didn't receive a target while playing eight snaps on offense and six more on special teams.