NFL Player News

Kmet (quadriceps), who is officially listed as questionable, is expected to suit up Sunday versus the Cardinals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Kmet hasn't yet missed a game this season, and he's expected to keep his streak intact Week 16 at home against Arizona. Official confirmation of the tight end's status will arrive when Chicago posts its inactive list 90 minutes ahead of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Kmet is averaging seven targets per game across his last seven appearances, and he's on pace to finish out the season with career-high marks across the board.

Everett caught seven of eight targets for 42 yards in Saturday's 24-22 loss to the Bills.

Everett set a new high-water mark for receptions this season after leading the Chargers with seven grabs Saturday. The veteran tight end has now seen eight targets in each of his last three contests, producing averages of 5.7 receptions and 40.7 yards over that span. Everett should continue providing useful PPR numbers when the Chargers visit the Broncos on Dec. 31.

The Patriots elevated Sokol from the practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday night's game against the Broncos, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

With Hunter Henry (knee) out against Denver, Sokol gives the Patriots some added depth behind Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown. Sokol has zero career catches in five games.

Vannett (back) is active for Saturday's contest against the Bills.

Donald Parham is a healthy inactive for this contest, meaning Vannett and Stone Smartt should mix in on occasion behind Gerald Everett. Vannett has played 37 offensive snaps combined over the past two weeks.

Parham (coach's decision) is inactive for Saturday's contest against the Bills.

Parham didn't play in last week's annihilation at the hands of the Raiders due to a shoulder injury, but the big-bodied tight end was able to practice in fully capacity throughout the week. As a result, it's clear the new coaching regime doesn't favor the veteran.

Dwelley (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Ravens, Cam Inman of The Mercury News reports.

Dwelley will miss a third consecutive game as a result of his ankle injury. The backup tight end's next opportunity to suit up will be Week 17 against the Commanders. Charlie Woerner and Brayden Willis will continue to fill depth roles behind George Kittle against the Ravens.

Firkser was elevated from Detroit's practice squad Saturday.

Firkser could fill a depth role at tight end Sunday against the Vikings. He last appeared in an NFL game last season as a member of the Falcons. Brock Wright (hip) has been ruled out for the Lions, but Sam LaPorta and James Mitchell remain above Firkser on the depth chart.

The Falcons signed Fisk to their active roster Saturday, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.

Atlanta lost fullback Keith Smith to injured reserve Saturday, and even though Fisk is listed as a tight end, he's got the ability to play a FB role in the team's offense. The 24-year-old has appeared in three games for the Falcons this season, catching his lone target for nine yards and playing 26 special teams snaps.

Horsted (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Chiefs.

Horsted was a late addition to the Raiders' injury report, as he was held to limited participation in Saturday's practice with a hamstring issue. If the 26-year-old is unable to suit up in Week 16, Austin Hooper would stand as Las Vegas' lone active tight end, barring any signings or practice squad elevations, as Michael Mayer (toe) has been ruled out.

Mayer (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chiefs.

Mayer was unable to practice in any capacity Thursday through Saturday and will miss a game for the first time in his career as a result. Austin Hooper is likely to handle the majority of snaps at tight end in the rookie second-round draft pick's absence, while Jesper Horsted could see additional opportunities as well. Mayer's next chance to suit up will be Week 17 against the Colts.