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Otton brought in one of two targets for four yards in the Buccaneers' 20-10 win over the Saints on Sunday.

The rookie tight end thus got on the board with his first pro reception after not drawing a target in the opener. The Buccaneers' depleted receiving corps helped facilitate a bit more opportunity for Otton in the air attack, and he also saw his snap count bump up to 38 after he logged 30 against Dallas in Week 1. Otton's active status over veteran Kyle Rudolph over the first two games is encouraging as well, and with Tampa Bay now potentially down all three of Mike Evans (suspension), Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee) for a Week 3 showdown with the Packers, Otton could see another role expansion in that contest.

Cox had one reception for nine yards on three targets in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.

It was another bad game for Alie-Cox's outlook in the offense. He wasn't on the field to begin the game in favor of Kylen Granson. Alie-Cox played the same number of snaps as Granson (27) and went out on fewer routes (20 to 17), though Alie-Cox did have three targets compared to Granson's two. It looks like Alie-Cox isn't even the top tight end in the passing offense, though neither player is getting a lot of action.

Moreau caught three passes for 30 yards on four targets in Sunday's 29-23 overtime loss to the Cardinals.

Moreau, who logged 18 offensive snaps in the season opener, saw an uptick in playing time against Arizona on Sunday while the Raiders built an early lead. The team's No. 2 tight end took advantage with three receptions in the first half, though Darren Waller still managed to steal the spotlight as he racked up six catches for 50 yards and a score on eight targets. Moreau's fantasy relevance remains limited to the deepest of leagues as the Raiders head to Tennessee for their Week 3 matchup.

Johnson caught four of seven targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Buccaneers.

Johnson has seen significant involvement through two games, reaching the 40-yard mark in both while accruing 12 total targets. The converted wide receiver has become Jameis Winston's preferred target at the tight end position, while Adam Trautman has been a non-factor in the passing game.

Granson had two receptions for 14 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.

While Granson didn't have a productive day and the offense struggled (scored no points), he again was the top tight end target in the passing game. He played the same number of snaps as Mo Alie-Cox (27) and went out on more routes (20 to 17), though Cox did have three targets.

Schultz (knee) is believed to have avoided a long-term injury, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Schultz was forced out of Sunday's win over the Bengals late due to a right knee injury, but the results of Monday's MRI reveal that he's avoided a worst-case scenario. The tight end's status for Week 3 versus the Giants in prime time will need to be monitored, but it looks like Schultz could have a chance of suiting up for Monday Night Football.

Hockenson caught three of seven targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 36-27 win over Washington.

Hockenson yet again saw a healthy amount of attention in the passing game, but he didn't do much with the chances he had outside of a fourth-quarter fingertip catch that went for 18 yards. Instead, Amon-Ra St. Brown remained the focal point of the Lions' passing game while D'Andre Swift, DJ Chark and Josh Reynolds saw a handful of looks. While Hockenson investors can at least take solace in the fact that the tight end ranks second on the team and top 10 among tight ends in targets in advance of Monday night's games, Hockenson will need to show heightened involvement near the red zone or as a downfield receiver in order to become a reliable fantasy option. Next up is a Week 3 road matchup with the Vikings.

Hill rushed three times for 14 yards and finished without a passing attempt or target in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Buccaneers.

It was surprising that Hill wasn't leaned on more given the absence of running back Alvin Kamara (ribs) and Jameis Winston's struggles passing (1:3 TD:INT). While Hill''s eligibility at tight end in some formats makes him an intriguing fantasy option, it will be tough for him to produce consistently given his limited touches. Hill has seven carries, one catch on two targets and no passing attempts on the season heading into a Week 3 road game against the Panthers.

Engram caught seven of eight targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 24-0 win against the Colts.

Engram once again worked as the Jaguars' primary tight end and led the team with eight targets, though the yardage was limited because most of his action came underneath. The 28-year-old has caught 11 of 12 targets for 74 yards through the first two weeks of the season.

Smith was on the field for 39 of a possible 68 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-14 win over the Steelers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

After hauling in three of his four targets for 33 yards in Week 1, Smith was held without a catch (on three targets) Sunday. Fellow tight end Hunter Henry (34 snaps, one target) also went without a catch in the contest. Though both players no doubt will have weeks where they are more involved in the offense, a continuing timeshare with Henry makes Smith a hit-or-miss fantasy option ahead of the team's Week 3 contest against the Ravens.