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Henry was kept in check Sunday, recording one catch for seven yards in the 20-17 overtime loss to the Jaguars.

Henry predictably struggled against the Jaguars, with the Chargers rarely looking the second-year player's way. It doesn't get much easier for Henry next week against the Bills, as they've allowed just two touchdowns to tight ends all season.

Allen was on the field for 20 out of a possible 70 snaps on offense in Sunday's 41-16 win over the Broncos, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

More importantly, Allen caught his first pass of the season (on two targets), which resulted in an 11-yard TD. The continued presence and health of Rob Gronkowski, coupled with the team's recent addition of Martellus Bennett, however, limits Allen's fantasy utility in the coming weeks.

Everett played 20 of 66 offensive snaps but didn't haul in either of his targets during Sunday's 33-7 win over Houston.

While the stat line was obviously discouraging, Everett's first target came in the red zone on Los Angeles' first offensive play. Additionally, the rookie has flashed upside in the passing attack to accompany his tremendous athleticism. Unfortunately, it doesn't look promising for Everett's value heading down the fantasy stretch drive this year. He's clearly behind Tyler Higbee on the depth chart and is watching from the sidelines too much to be counted on as a virtual asset. However, considering Jared Goff's improvements in Year 2, and head coach Sean McVay's usage of tight ends during his tenure in Washington, Everett's long-term value in keeper/dynasty settings remains high.

Ertz (hamstring) said he was a full go at Monday's practice, but he wasn't ready to commit to playing in Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Eliot Shorr-Parks of NJ.com reports.

Coming out of a Week 10 bye, Ertz will firmly be on track for a return if he's listed as a full practice participant when the Eagles release their first injury report Wednesday. His inactive status Week 9 against the Broncos was a major surprise, as Eagles coach Doug Pederson had said that the tight end would play. Ertz seemingly injured his hamstring at practice either Nov. 1 or 2.

Higbee caught two of four passes for 15 yards during Sunday's 33-7 win over Houston.

While the second-year man was on the field for 54 of 66 offensive snaps, he didn't translate his playing time into fantasy results Sunday. In fact, outside of scoring his first career touchdown last week, Higbee hasn't been a viable fantasy option. Quarterback Jared Goff is spreading the ball around through the air, and running back Todd Gurley remains the focal point of the offense, so despite slotting in atop the depth chart and receiving significantly more snaps than rookie Gerald Everett, there has been little left over for Higbee. The second-year tight end enters Week 11 with an underwhelming 17 receptions for 209 yards and the single score.

Smith caught two of five passes for 20 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over Cincinnati.

Smith had the fantasy world buzzing with touchdowns in consecutive games during Weeks 2 and 3, but he hasn't found paydirt since or topped 30 yards in his career. While the 2017 third-rounder's value will be limited as long as starting tight end Delanie Walker's healthy, Smith's combination of athleticism and blocking prowess suggests the Florida International product has a bright future ahead of him.

James failed to secure either of his two targets in Pittsburgh's 20-17 win over Indianapolis on Sunday.

This is the third time in his last four games that James has gone without a catch, as he and Vance McDonald continue to split tight end duties. Neither is seeing enough action to warrant fantasy consideration at this time.

Engram caught six of nine targets for 31 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-21 loss to the 49ers.

Engram averaged just 5.2 yards per catch in this one, but he salvaged his day from a fantasy perspective with a nine-yard touchdown grab just before half time. The rookie has surpassed 62 receiving yards just twice this season, but he now has five touchdowns to his name after scoring in four straight games. Engram's fantasy value continues to grow as he serves as the team's top red zone threat, and he'll look to keep it going next week against the Chiefs.

Derby injured his shoulder Sunday against the Broncos, and his return is questionable, Nicki Jhabvala of The Denver Post reports.

Derby went down in the third quarter. If he isn't cleared to return, the Broncos will only have Virgil Green and Jeff Heuerman available at tight end.

The Rams promoted Mundt to their 53-man roster on Saturday, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Mundt has been on the team's practice squad since failing to make the roster at the start of the season. Third tight end Derek Carrier (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Texans, with Mundt likely to step into his role.