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Hurst caught both of his targets for 35 yards during Sunday's 28-10 win over the Steelers.

Hurst led the Ravens in receiving Sunday in a game in which many of the team's primary starters were rested. He provided his biggest contribution midway through the second quarter, coming back to the ball on a 20-yard pass from Robert Griffin to set up a field goal. The Ravens will have a bye this week before taking on the Texans, Bills or Titans in the divisional round. Hurst caught all five of his targets for 89 yards and a touchdown in two games against the Bills and Texans this season.

Smith caught one of two targets for 11 yards during Sunday's 21-19 loss to Chicago.

Sunday's performance snapped a three-game streak in which Smith caught multiple passes. Having Sean Mannion under center while Kirk Cousins rested Sunday makes the performance hard to weigh, but the rookie tight end has been on a bit of a downswing with 20 or fewer yards in five of his last six games, though he has scored twice in that span. The Vikings travel to New Orleans for a wild-card matchup Sunday.

Kelce caught three of five targets for 24 yards during Sunday's 31-21 win over the Chargers.

Kelce met or fell below season lows across multiple statistical categories Sunday, as a few big plays on special teams and in the run game negated the need for Patrick Mahomes to air it out. The victory still meant that the Chiefs will get a bye this weekend and face either the Patriots, Texans or Bills in the divisional round. In two games against New England and Houston this season, Kelce caught 11 of 15 passes for 124 yards to go along with a four-yard touchdown run.

Myarick signed a reserve/futures contract with Miami.

Myarick saw some time with the team in the preseason but ultimately was unable to make the team during the 2019 campaign. He'll get another shot next year.

Thomas, who caught one pass for 12 yards in Sunday's 42-10 loss to the Saints, finishes up the 2019 season with 16 receptions (on 30 targets) for 136 yards and a touchdown in 16 games played.

Thomas saw his role expand last year after Greg Olsen went down early in the season, but he took a back seat to the veteran in 2019. That situation resulted in noticeable declines from Thomas' 36/333/2 line, but with a handful of drops as well, he didn't help his case much either. On the bright side, with Olsen unlikely to be back with the Panthers in 2020, Thomas could have the tight end position to himself. Such a scenario would boost his fantasy upside, but along with his on-field development, Carolina's head coach and quarterback situation could play large factors in his outlook.

Andrews (ankle) did not practice Tuesday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Andrews was able to participate in the Ravens' final practice session prior to Week 17, but with the team getting an off day Wednesday and not playing until Jan. 11, it was decided to keep him off the field Tuesday.

Carlson was not targeted in Sunday's 33-23 loss to the Bengals in Week 17.

Carlson, an undrafted free agent out of Princeton, began the season on the Browns' practice squad before a promotion to the active roster midseason. Cleveland's tight end position was never solidified following David Njoku's wrist injury in Week 2, and all members took turns getting red-zone looks from quarterback Baker Mayfield. Carlson finished with five catches for 51 yards and one touchdown over nine games. With a new head coach coming in 2020, Carlson's status is uncertain. Presumably, a new coach will want to get a good look at Njoku, who missed many weeks due to the injury then ran afoul of former head coach Freddie Kitchens.

Sokol signed a reserve/future contract with the Lions on Tuesday.

Sokol spent time on the Chargers' and Jaguars' practice squads this season, but he has yet to make his NFL debut. The Michigan State product will look to make the most of his time in Detroit's system.

Graham was targeted seven times and caught four passes for 49 yards in Sunday's victory over the Lions.

The four receptions were Graham's most in a game since Week 9, and the 49 yards were tied for the fourth most he put up in a game this season. With the Packers' next opponent uncertain, it remains to be seen what type of matchup he will face in Green Bay's first playoff matchup.

Butler signed a reserve/future contract with the Lions on Tuesday.

Butler, who has yet to make his NFL debut, will now get the offseason to develop in Detroit. He previously spent time with the Raiders.