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Smith secured two of three targets for six yards during Sunday's 24-21 win over the Vikings.

Smith was unable to practice fully ahead of Pittsburgh's Week 4 matchup due to a hip injury, but he played through the issue in Dublin. The 2017 third-rounder was held to single-digit yards for the first time this season while playing just 25 percent of the team's offensive snaps, which was his lowest mark of the season by a considerable margin. It seems possible that Smith's role was limited by his injury, but he'll be able to recover during the Steelers' Week 5 bye.

Hooper, who was on the field for 32 of a possible 49 snaps on offense in Sunday's 42-13 win over the Panthers, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, caught his only target in the game for 24 yards.

With a 7-100-0 line on eight targets through four games, Hooper is only a fantasy lineup option in tight end friendly formats. That's not likely to change much in the coming weeks as long as fellow TE Hunter Henry remains healthy.

Knox failed to catch his only target in Sunday's 31-19 win over the Saints.

This is the second consecutive game in which Knox has failed to record a reception, despite logging 55 offensive snaps during that span. The Ole Miss product appears firmly behind Dalton Kincaid in Buffalo's tight-end room, as Kincaid has caught six of eight targets for 96 yards and two touchdowns over the last two weeks. Knox is likely to have a similar role in the Bills' Week 5 contest against the Patriots, serving primarily as a blocker rather than a receiving option.

Evans caught three of four targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 42-13 loss to the Patriots.

With Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle) inactive in Sunday's loss, Evans logged a career-high 35 offensive snaps and made the most of his increased opportunities. Three of his four targets came in the first half while the game was still competitive, and he later hauled in a two-yard touchdown from Andy Dalton in the fourth quarter to give Carolina its second score of the day. The rookie out of Notre Dame has now logged five catches for 41 yards and a touchdown through his first four NFL games. He's likely to remain the Panthers' top reserve tight end until Sanders returns from injury, working behind Tommy Tremble.

Whiteheart did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Lions in Week 4.

Whiteheart is operating as Cleveland's third tight behind David Njoku and Harold Fannin. Sunday's target was the first of the season for Whiteheart.

Andrews recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 37-20 loss to Kansas City.

Andrews maintained increased involvement in Baltimore's offense, and he has 13 catches on 14 targets across the last two weeks. However, his production Sunday wasn't particularly strong, as his longest reception went for only seven yards. Andrews' ability to command targets -- particularly with Isaiah Likely back in the mix -- is a positive, but his ability to consistently make explosive plays appears to be behind him, and the upside of the entire Ravens passing game could take a hit if Lamar Jackson (hamstring) misses time.

Kraft recorded five receptions on five targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie against Dallas.

Kraft was one of four Packers pass catchers to record at least 50 yards, and he finished third on the team in targets. His biggest impact came on Green Bay's opening possession, when he recorded two receptions for 22 yards and was tackled just short of the goal line. Kraft has at least four targets in all four games this season and has at least 50 receiving yards or a touchdown in three of four contests.

Ferguson brought in all seven of his targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie versus Green Bay.

Ferguson's perfect day at the office was highlighted by the tight end's first receiving touchdown of the season. The 26-year-old failed to sniff the 13 targets he averaged over his last two starts, but the increase efficiency coupled with a trip to the end zone resulted in his best standard fantasy score to date. Ferguson should continue operating as the Cowboys' No. 2 receiving option behind George Pickens for as long as CeeDee Lamb (ankle) remains sidelined -- a scenario that could repeat itself in a Week 5 matchup against the Jets next Sunday.

Kelce recorded five receptions on five targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 37-20 win over the Ravens.

Patrick Mahomes spread the ball around relatively evenly in the Kansas City offense, with Kelce being one of three players earning either five or six targets. The veteran tight end finished second on the team in yardage, logging long receptions of 15 and 12 yards. Though Kelce is no longer an elite fantasy option, he still has at least four receptions in each of his last three games while also topping 45 yards in three of four contests this year.

Warren recorded five receptions on six targets for 70 yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Rams. He added two rushes for three yards and a touchdown.

Warren had an impressive all-around performance, as he earned targets both in the short and deep areas of the field. He accounted for three of the Colts' four longest plays from scrimmage with receptions of 24, 23 and 17 yards, reaching at least 70 receiving yards for the third time in four games. Warren was also used on the ground on consecutive plays at the goal line early in the second quarter, as he took two direct snaps and scored on the second for his first touchdown in the NFL.