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Kroft (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Kroft was able to participate in all practice sessions this week, albeit in a limited fashion, and has not progressed enough to suit up for Week 3. Durham Smythe -- who finished with three catches for 23 yards against the Patriots in Week 2 -- is once again in line to receive the lions share of tight end snaps against Denver.

Moreau (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers, Erin Summers of ESPN.com reports.

This isn't exactly surprising, as Moreau was listed as doubtful following Friday's injury report. The former Raiders tight end has just two catches to his name with the Saints, but he's played 68 total offensive snaps through two weeks. Expect Juwan Johnson to see significant playing time, with Jimmy Graham and Taysom Hill also mixing in on occasion.

Smith (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Monday's contest against the Rams.

Smith logged back-to-back limited participations in Friday and Saturday's practice, but it doesn't seem like it'll allow the veteran to take the field Monday. If Smith is eventually ruled out, expect Drew Sample to take the majority of the snaps.

The Dolphins have listed Kroft (back) as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Broncos.

Kroft was a limited participant at practice all week and appears to be a true game-time decision. Julian Hill (ankle) is also questionable, leaving Durham Smythe the team's only healthy tight end at the moment. More clarity on Kroft's status will come Sunday morning.

Washington (knee) is good to go for Pittsburgh's game against the Raiders on Sunday.

Washington is healthy and ready to go for Sunday, despite having missed Wednesday's practice. The rookie third-round pick has yet to be targeted through two games played, seeing only limited snaps behind Pat Freiermuth.

Smith (hamstring) was limited in Friday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Smith is a Friday addition to the injury report, which is rarely a good sign. He at least has an extra day to get ready, as the Bengals host the Rams Monday night. A 2019 second-round pick of the Vikings, Smith has five catches for 27 yards over his first two games with the Bengals. He's not a recommended fantasy starter.

Dissly (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Gregg Bell of the Tacoma News Tribune reports.

Dissly's likely to endure his first absence of the season in Week 3 after catching all five of his targets for 52 yards across Seattle's first two games. Noah Fant and Colby Parkinson should see the majority of snaps at tight end against the Panthers, though Brady Russell could also mix in if Dissly sits.

Moreau (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game in Green Bay, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Moreau practiced in a limited capacity Thursday after missing Wednesday's practice. If Moreau sits out Sunday's game as expected, Jimmy Graham could see extended action behind Juwan Johnson, with more snaps at tight end possibly going to the versatile Taysom Hill as well.

Knox (back) practiced in full Friday and doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's Week 3 game against the Commanders.

Knox missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, but it was evidently just precautionary. On nine targets through two games, Knox has six catches for 35 yards and one touchdown. He's a TD-dependent fantasy option in a tough draw against Washington's stout back end.

Thomas (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Buffalo, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Thomas didn't practice this week after an early exit from last Sunday's 35-33 win over Denver. He's seen 11 targets in six quarters of action this season, but there's no guarantee of similar involvement for the backup tight ends with both John Bates and Cole Turner likely to play a lot.