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Rader played 10 of 71 snaps on offense but didn't draw a target in Monday's 28-27 win over the Dolphins.

Rader has played in 10 of the Titans' 13 games to date but has yet to draw a target. The 28-year-old depth tight end continues to bring most of his value to the Titans through his contributions on special teams.

Smith caught four of seven targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 29-25 loss to the Buccaneers.

Smith's seven targets Sunday were his most since Week 5, but the tight end was unable to turn those opportunities into much production. The veteran played 69 percent of the Falcons' offensive snaps, while fellow tight end Kyle Pitts saw an 85 percent snap share. Smith's inconsistent production and often limited opportunities make him an untrustworthy option for fantasy in most formats. The 28-year-old should continue to face an uphill battle for meaningful touches when the Falcons visit the Panthers in Week 15.

LaPorta caught two of six targets for 23 yards and added one carry for four yards in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Bears.

The rookie tight end's performance was a major disappointment following his season-best outing Week 13, when he recorded nine receptions for 140 yards and a touchdown in a 33-28 win over the Saints. Despite his underwhelming showing Week 14, LaPorta remains a solid must-start fantasy option among tight ends.

Prince (undisclosed) was placed on the Chiefs' practice squad injured list, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

Prince linked up with Kansas City after not making the Jaguars roster out of training camp as an undrafted free agent. The 26-year-old will now be forced to stay on the sidelines for at least the next four weeks and will not be able to practice with the team.

Parham (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's practice estimate.

Parham's participation is strictly an estimate as the team held a walkthrough practice in preparation for Thursday's matchup against the Raiders. The Chargers will likely hold a more formal practice Wednesday, which Parham's status for could provide a better clue as to his availability to play in the Week 15 matchup.

Long (knee) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Long was already reportedly set for season-ending MCL surgery, so this news doesn't come as much of a surprise. The Boston College product's third NFL season will come to a close with just four games played and no catches or targets. He'll now focus on his recovery and returning healthy in 2024.

Everett (hip) was listed as a limited participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice.

Everett has been gauged as a limited participant on both of the Chargers' first two Week 15 practice reports after he played 45 snaps and hauled in five of eight targets for 38 yards in this past Sunday's 24-7 loss to the Broncos. Though he'll be facing a quick turnaround with the Chargers set to face the Raiders on Thursday, the tight end will most likely be able to play through the hip issue. However, Everett will be on the receiving end of passes from Easton Stick, who is set to make his first career start Thursday, after the Chargers placed franchise signal-caller Justin Herbert (finger) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Everett caught five of his eight targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 24-7 loss to the Broncos.

Everett finished second on the team in targets, trailing only star receiver Keenan Allen, and recorded his third straight game with at least four receptions and 35 or more receiving yards. The 29-year-old continued to receive the bulk of tight-end work with 31 more snaps than Donald Parham and was a safety outlet with four targets from both quarterback Justin Herbert before exiting the outing (toe), and backup Easton Stick who replaced him. The veteran tight end will likely continue to see opportunities with Stick set to start Thursday against Las Vegas.

Parkinson caught both of his targets for 28 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-16 loss to the 49ers.

Parkinson's touchdown was his first of the season, as the veteran tight end hasn't played a significant role in Seattle's offensive attack in 2023 behind starter Noah Fant. Through 13 weeks, Parkinson has totaled just 16 catches on 22 targets for 178 yards. With such limited opportunities in the Seahawks' scheme, the 24-year-old should not be trusted for fantasy purposes when the Seahawks host the Eagles in Week 15.

Smith failed to draw a single target in Sunday's 34-14 win over the Colts.

Smith played just eight of the Bengals 60 offensive snaps Sunday, behind fellow tight ends Drew Sample (40), Mitchell Wilcox (22) and Tanner Hudson (14). The veteran's 12 percent snap share was his lowest of the season, and he was held without a target for the second straight week. Smith remains far off the fantasy radar as the Bengals are set to host the Vikings in Week 15.