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Wilson hauled in one of three targets for seven yards during Friday's 16-13 preseason win in Baltimore.

With the starting offense and injured wide receiver Parris Campbell (groin) sitting out the Eagles' exhibition opener, Wilson saw snaps early on Friday, including being on the receiving end of QB Kenny Pickett's second pass of the contest. Wilson didn't do much with his trio of targets scattered about the first half, but the rookie sixth-round pick has two more chances to make his mark in the preseason with the aim to lock down one of the reserve spots at wideout behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.

Sherfield had three receptions for 46 yards on six targets, including a 33-yard touchdown, in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.

Sherfield is competing for the fourth or fifth receiver role among a crowded field that includes Brandon Powell, Trishton Jackson, Lucky Jackson and Thayer Thomas. The veteran may have a lead on a roster spot at this point in the preseason.

Dortch didn't suit up for Saturday's preseason game versus the Saints.

Dortch was listed as a starting wide receiver on the Cardinals' first unofficial depth chart of training camp alongside rookie first-round pick Marvin Harrison and second-year pro Michael Wilson. After going undrafted in 2019 and not seeing an offensive snap until 2021 with Arizona, Dortch has worked his way into a regular role in the offense the last two seasons, accounting for 76 catches (on 105 targets) for 747 yards and four touchdowns in 32 regular-season games during that stretch. Coach Jonathan Gannon expressed confidence in Dortch this past Tuesday, telling Darren Urban of the team's official site, "He's going to have a big year, guys." In addition to his upcoming role on offense, Dortch is expected to be a part of the return mix as well, boasting career averages of 21.0 yards on 37 kick returns and 8.0 yards on 62 punt returns.

Smith-Njigba brought in both targets for 13 yards in the Seahawks' 16-3 preseason win over the Chargers on Saturday night.

The second-year wideout operated as the de facto No. 1 receiver for spot starter Sam Howell due to Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf both being held out. Both of Smith-Njigba's catches came on the Seahawks' third possession, and looking ahead to the 2024 regular season, the 2023 first-round pick could make a serious push to overtake Lockett for No. 2 receiver duties after posting a solid 63-628-4 line across 17 regular-season games as a rookie.

Thomas secured one of two targets for 41 yards in the Jaguars' 26-13 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday night.

One play after his first target from C.J. Beathard fell incomplete, Thomas and the journeyman signal-caller connected on a 41-yard completion down the left side late in the first quarter. It was an auspicious start to the rookie first-round pick's on-field NFL career, and the play offered a glimpse of the talent that could enable Thomas to eventually make a push for the Jaguars' No. 2 receiver job.

Harrison played one series and wasn't targeted during Saturday's 16-14 preseason loss to the Saints.

The much-anticipated debut of the 2024 fourth overall pick came and went with a whisper, as Harrison was the only expected Week 1 member of the starting offense to see the field in the Cardinals' exhibition opener. Coach Jonathan Gannon already has said that No. 1 QB Kyler Murray won't play in the preseason, so it stands to reason Harrison likely will experience only cameos for the team's two remaining games before the regular-season opener Sunday, Sept. 8 at Buffalo.

Burks hauled in his lone target for 12 yards in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the 49ers.

Burks continues to run with the first-unit offense alongside Calvin Ridley while DeAndre Hopkins (knee) remains questionable for the start of the regular season. The larger role would certainly boost Burks' fantasy stock, which took a hit following the signing of Ridley this past offseason. Even when the Titans' veteran wideouts are healthy, Burks figures to remain a part of the passing game in a slot role.

Davis secured one of two targets for 20 yards in the Jaguars' 26-13 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday night.

Davis recorded his one reception on the opening play of the Jaguars' second possession, and he saw a second target later in the drive that was confirmed incomplete on a replay challenge. Davis is slated to open the season as the Jaguars' No. 2 receiver, but he'll presumably have to hold off what could be a progressively aggressive challenge from rookie first-round pick Brian Thomas, who impressed with a 41-yard catch of his own Saturday.

Kirk did not log any targets during the Jaguars' 26-13 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday night.

The Jaguars' starting offense was out there for the first two possessions, but Kirk wasn't on the receiving end of any of Trevor Lawrence's four pass attempts. Despite the quiet night in the opener, Kirk's chemistry with Lawrence is above question as they head into their third season together, and the veteran wideout is the clear No. 1 receiver in Jacksonville's air attack following the departure of Calvin Ridley this offseason.

Jackson had four receptions for 100 yards on five targets, including a 45-yard touchdown, in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.

Jackson has mostly been on Minnesota's practice squad the past two seasons, so a strong preseason game or two could help him win a final roster spot.