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Kolar (forearm) didn't practice Thursday.

Kolar hasn't practiced in any fashion since fracturing his left forearm in a Sept. 20 loss to the Raiders and undergoing surgery two days later. The Chargers have avoided placing Kolar on injured reserve with the expectation that he'll return to action within four games, but he'll almost certainly miss a second straight contest this Sunday in Seattle.

Boerkircher (illness) did not practice Thursday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Boerkircher was added to the injury report due to an illness, though barring a setback, he should be good to go for the Week 4 meeting with the Bengals. The 25-year-old logged 89 offensive snaps combined in the first three weeks of the 2026 campaign, second to Brenton Strange (136) at the tight-end position. However, Boerkircher hasn't been productive, catching one pass (two targets) for nine yards during that span.

Goedert (knee) officially didn't practice Thursday.

Goedert has yet to practice since emerging from Week 2 with an MCL sprain in his right knee, and Friday's injury report may seal his fate for a second straight game after sitting out Monday's loss at Chicago. During that contest, the breakdown of offensive snaps among the Eagles' active tight ends was Johnny Mundt's 26 (of 50), followed by Zach Ertz's 19 and E.J. Jenkins' 13.

Ruckert (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Ruckert marked his second straight limited practice in preparation for Week 4. The 26-year-old likely suffered the knee injury in the Jets' Week 3 loss to the Lions, when he hauled in five targets for 39 yards and a touchdown. If his status doesn't improve, the fifth-year pro could be in danger of missing Sunday's contest against the Bears.

Alie-Cox (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday.

Alie-Cox missed his second straight day of practice with an illness. It's unclear how long the 33-year-old will be absent from practice, but should he return Friday, there is a good chance he's available for Sunday's game in London. However, if Alie-Cox is unable to suit up, Drew Ogletree could see more tight-end reps behind Tyler Warren.

Fant was limited in practice Thursday due to an abdominal injury.

Fant has taken full advantage of his 12 targets through three games this season, turning them into eight catches for 66 yards and three touchdowns. Now, a health concern is impacting him at the start of Week 4 prep, so his status bears watching as the Saints ramp up for Monday's matchup with the Falcons.

Kieft (elbow) did not participate in practice Thursday, per Greg Auman of Fox Sports.

Kieft was absent from practice for the second straight day with an elbow injury. It's unclear what his status will be come Sunday against the Packers, but he will likely need to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday for a chance to play. The 28-year-old tight end has played minimal offensive snaps through the first three weeks of the season while operating in his usual role as the blocking tight end behind Cade Otton and Payne Durham.

Sadiq (back) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Sadiq has been limited in each of the Jets' first two practices leading up to Sunday's game against the Bears. The rookie tight end took a hard landing on a diving catch that resulted in the first receiving touchdown of his NFL career in the Week 3 loss to the Lions, so his back injury may be connected to that play. Sadiq will have one more chance to increase his practice participation level Friday before the Jets release their Week 4 injury statuses.

Taylor (thumb) didn't practice Thursday.

Per Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic, head coach Aaron Glenn labeled Taylor as week-to-week Wednesday, so it comes as little surprise that the second-year tight end wound up sitting out practice for the second day in a row. Unless Taylor is unexpectedly able to return to the practice field in some fashion Friday, he'll likely be officially ruled out for Sunday's game in Chicago.

Sinnott (ribs) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

Both Sinnott and Chig Okonkwo (hamstring) remained limited Thursday after being estimated as limited participants during Wednesday's walkthrough. Sinnott failed to capitalize on Okonkwo's absence over the previous two games, recording just one catch for six yards on two targets over that span. If Sinnott suits up Sunday against the Colts, most of his contributions will come as a blocker.