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Pierce recorded one reception on two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers.

Pierce has produced through big plays early this season, as he's tallied three catches of more than 40 yards in four games. He got one deep target from Joe Flacco just before halftime against the Steelers, but he was well covered by Donte Jackson and the pass fell incomplete. Pierce will likely have productive games due to his explosive potential, but he'll be an inconsistent contributor.

Shakir caught four of five targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 35-10 loss to the Ravens.

Shakir's first catch surpassed Michael Thomas' mark of 27 from 2018 for the most consecutive targets caught by an NFL wide receiver since at least 1991. That streak bumped up to 30 before a pass in Shakir's direction fell incomplete in the second quarter. He bounced back with a 52-yard catch in the third quarter, but that was the highlight of an otherwise quiet night for Buffalo's offense. Shakir finished with the team lead in receiving yards for a third consecutive game despite missing a few plays to have his ankle taped up in the first half, so he's the clear No. 1 option in Buffalo's passing game heading into a Week 5 trip to Houston.

Worthy recorded three catches on four targets for 73 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Chargers.

Worthy is the last of Kansas City's projected top three wide receivers to be healthy, with both Rashee Rice (knee) and Hollywood Brown (shoulder) sidelined for the long term. Worthy likely won't take on huge target volume, but he still showed what he can do with consistent opportunity after breaking free on a go route for a 54-yard touchdown just before halftime. Worthy is likely to remain a boom-bust fantasy option moving forward, but his snap rate should increase significantly while giving his production the opportunity to follow.

McConkey recorded five receptions on seven targets for 67 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Chiefs.

McConkey was one of the few bright spots in Sunday's loss, as he combined both volume and big-play ability in a game for the first time as a pro. He was impressive on the Chargers' opening drive, racking up three catches for 27 yards -- highlighted by a seven-yard touchdown reception. McConkey added a 37-yard catch and run early in the third quarter to cap off the most productive day of his young career. While Los Angeles won't be a pass-heavy offense, McConkey is emerging as Justin Herbert's favorite target.

Polk turned seven targets into three receptions for 30 yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the 49ers.

Polk didn't produce a strong fantasy line by any means, but he led the team in targets while nearly doubling the output from his first three games in Sunday's loss. The rookie wideout has eight receptions for 61 yards and a touchdown through four games. Polk should continue to get looks and develop on a dismal New England offense this season, continuing with Sunday's tilt against Miami in Week 5.

Aiyuk had two receptions on five targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Patriots.

Aiyuk's early slog through the fantasy schedule continued for a fourth week despite the 49ers picking up a comfortable win over New England. The star receiver has seen his numbers slide down across the board since earning a deserved payday just before the start of the regular season. Aiyuk has yet to top 50 yards or find the end zone in any of his four starts this season, while No. 3 option Jauan Jennings led the team in receiving for the second week running. The 26-year-old Aiyuk has bigger fantasy performances ahead of him, with fantasy managers hoping that breakout moment comes in Sunday's home matchup against the Cardinals.

Cooper had four receptions (eight targets) for 35 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to Las Vegas.

Cooper took a back seat to Jerry Jeudy (6-72-0) on Sunday after going off for two scores in last week's loss to the Giants, although he did have an 82-yard touchdown catch and run early in the fourth quarter wiped out by a questionable holding penalty. The veteran starter has struggled in three starts outside of Week 3's monster output, but he remains a steady play in fantasy given his track record. Cooper will look to break out of his early-season slump when the Browns face the Commanders on Sunday.

Tucker caught five of six targets for 41 yards and added a three-yard rushing touchdown in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Browns.

Tucker tied Jakobi Meyers for the team lead in catches, and while he was eight yards and four targets shy of Meyers' totals as a receiver, Tucker more than made up for that with a three-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. Tucker had 96 yards and a touchdown in the Week 3 loss to the Panthers, but most of that production came with the game out of hand, so it was encouraging to see him remain heavily involved from the get-go in Sunday's competitive win. Tucker should continue to play a larger role in Week 5 against the Broncos if Davante Adams (hamstring) remains sidelined.

Meyers caught five of 10 targets for 49 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Browns.

Meyers paced the Raiders in targets and receiving yards in the absence of Davante Adams (hamstring). Adams is considered week-to-week, so Meyers could remain the team's de facto No. 1 wide receiver in Week 5 against the Broncos. Meyers has 19 targets over the last two games after being targeted only eight times in the first two games of the season.

Whittington brought in six of eight targets for 62 yards in the Rams' 24-18 loss to the Bears on Sunday.

Whittington was the Rams' leader in receptions and targets while checking in second in receiving yards to Tutu Atwell. The rookie sixth-round pick now has upped his catches, receiving yards and targets in three successive weeks, benefitting from the absences of Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Puka Nacua (IR, knee). With Kupp uncertain to return for a Week 5 home matchup against the Packers next Sunday, Whittington could continue enjoying an expanded role.