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Okwuegbunam brought in seven of eight targets for 109 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos' 41-0 preseason win over the Rams on Saturday.

Facing the prospect of playing his last game in a Broncos uniform, Okwuegbunam was able to make a convincing case for retaining a roster spot with team-high reception, receiving yardage and target totals. Okwuegbunam got the start and immediately made an impact, making 17- and eight-yard grabs on the opening drive and consistently connecting with Jarrett Stidham throughout the first half, including on an eight-yard touchdown reception late in the first quarter. Whether Okwuegbunam did enough to lock down a reserve tight end role will soon be evident, given final cuts must be made by Tuesday.

Schoonmaker recorded two catches on two targets for 14 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 31-16 preseason win over the Raiders.

Schoonmaker was on the field to start the game and played several series. The highlight of his performance came on a nine-yard score, when he leaked off the right side of the offensive line and then bowled over a defender into the end zone after making a short catch. Schoonmaker projects to work behind Jake Ferguson to begin the season but still should see the field plenty in his rookie campaign.

Mayer recorded two receptions on two targets for 20 yards in Saturday's 31-16 loss to the Cowboys.

Mayer participated in his second consecutive preseason contest and saw run into the early second quarter. He showed rapport with Aidan O'Connell on a 13-yard connection, his longest gain of the exhibition schedule. It's possible that veteran Austin Hooper plays ahead of Mayer to start the regular season, but the rookie should have a significant role in the offense.

Myarick sustained a metacarpal fracture in his hand during Saturday's preseason loss to the Jets, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Due to the offseason acquisition of tight end Darren Waller, Myarick likely has been on the roster bubble during training camp and exhibition season. With cut-down day looming Tuesday, Myarick's fate may come down to whether or not he needs surgery and the eventual timetable to return to action.

Ruckert (shoulder) caught both of his targets for 20 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Giants.

Ruckert returned to action after hurting his shoulder earlier this preseason, entering the game after veterans Tyler Conklin and C.J. Uzomah. Ruckert, a 2022 third-round selection, will sit behind the veterans to begin the regular season, eliminating any potential for fantasy value against the Bills in Week 1.

Conklin started and caught his lone target for seven yards in Saturday's preseason finale against the Giants.

Conklin's reception came from the arm of new quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who made his preseason debut with the Jets on Saturday. The veteran tight end posted a modest 58/552/3 receiving line while starting for New York last year, but he could see a slight bump in production simply from the upgrade Rodgers gives this offense. The Jets will mix in veteran C.J. Uzomah and sophomore Jeremy Ruckert at tight end, so Conklin shouldn't be valued as high other starting tight ends who dominate their team's touch/target shares.

Myarick will not return to Saturday's preseason game against the Jets after suffering a hand injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Myarick has gone back-and-forth between the team's practice squad and active roster the past two seasons. The 27-year-old appeared in 16 games for New York last year, catching seven of his eight targets for 65 yards and one touchdown. Expect the tight end to continue serving a depth role on the Giants' offense ahead of the coming season. The severity of Myarick's injury is unknown at the moment.

Helm was waived by the Lions on Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Helm signed with the Lions on Aug. 2 after being waived by the Falcons in May. He played in two of three preseason games for Detroit but failed to record a catch. He'll likely have to settle for a practice squad spot as he looks for an opportunity elsewhere.

Andrews (undisclosed) isn't on the field for warmups ahead of Saturday's preseason finale against Tampa Bay, Brian Wacker of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Andrews wasn't expected to play this preseason even if healthy, and he missed a practice or two this week due to an undisclosed injury. He'll focus on getting healthy ahead of a Week 1 home game against the Texans.

Deguara (calf) saw action in Saturday's 19-15 preseason victory over the Seahawks.

Deguara did not make a mark in the box score, but he appeared in a second straight game after missing the exhibition opener with a calf issue. Deguara, listed as a fullback on Green Bay's official depth chart, is not a lock to open the regular season on the roster. However, he worked as a tight end in the past, and that experience could pay off with only three tight ends healthy for the Packers.