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Johnson recorded four catches on four targets for 76 yards in Sunday's 30-23 win over Seattle.

Johnson had improved results in his second game with Mason Rudolph, primarily thanks to a 42-yard reception midway through the third quarter. However, he was outplayed by George Pickens for the second consecutive week and also saw only half the target volume of Pickens. So long as Rudolph is under center, it appears that Johnson will be the second receiver in the offense, though the improved state of the unit will still give him a chance to produce in a Week 18 matchup against the Ravens.

Addison (ankle) had three receptions on five targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Packers.

Addison's status for Sunday Night Football was in question earlier in the week after the wideout left last week's loss to the Lions with an ankle injury. The 21-year-old was able to suit up after a couple of limited practice sessions and escaped the blowout loss no worse for wear. Addison will get another week to inch closer to full health ahead of the rematch with Detroit in Week 18.

Doubs recorded three catches on six targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 33-10 win over the Vikings.

Doubs was overshadowed by Bo Melton and Jayden Reed (chest), though he still remained involved with six targets -- tied for third-best on the team. The Packers have had several different receivers step up for big performances throughout the season, making it difficult for Doubs to produce consistently. For example, he has been held to 32 receiving yards or fewer in three of his last five games, but he's topped 70 in the other two and also has a touchdown in that span. He should be on the field plenty for a Week 18 matchup against the Bears, giving him the chance to bounce back.

Olave secured three of six targets for 26 yards in the Saints' 23-13 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Olave came into the game with elevated expectations considering the Buccaneers' defense had struggled against the pass most of the season and was missing Carlton Davis (concussion), but the talented wideout took a back seat to tight end Juwan Johnson. Olave's reception and receiving yardage totals were both his lowest since Week 5, but he'll look to bounce back when the Saints host the Falcons in a key Week 18 divisional clash.

Thielen secured all six targets for 38 yards in the Panthers' 26-0 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday.

Thielen paced the Panthers in receptions and receiving yards while sharing the team lead in targets, but his modest yardage tally particularly underscores how underwhelming a day it was for Carolina's air attack. Thielen's fantasy value is unmistakably capped by Bryce Young's struggles most weeks, but he'll at least head into the Week 18 finale against the Buccaneers with back-to-back six-catch efforts.

Ridley secured four of eight targets for 39 yards in the Jaguars' 26-0 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

Ridley led the Jaguars in targets, checked in second in receptions and ranked third in receiving yards. The speedy veteran's underwhelming numbers weren't entirely surprising considering C.J. Beathard was at quarterback in place of Trevor Lawrence (shoulder), and Jacksonville didn't exactly have to be aggressive with the Panthers' lackluster offense on the other side. Ridley could encounter more success irrespective of who's under center when the Jaguars close out the regular season on the road against the vulnerable Titans pass defense.

Scott caught two passes for 15 yards in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

With Darnell Mooney (concussion) sitting this one out, Scott saw his highest target total of the season. However, he was held to fewer than 20 yards for the 15th time in 16 games. Although he could be in line for a few targets in Week 18 at Green Bay, his typical low scoring floor will make him tough to trust in fantasy lineups.

Melton recorded six receptions on nine targets for 105 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 33-10 win over the Vikings.

Melton was promoted from the practice squad for the second consecutive game and had the chance to produce with both Christian Watson (hamstring) and Dontayvion Wicks (chest) sidelined. After missing a chance for a wide-open score on a fourth-down attempt early in the second quarter, Melton got on the same page with Jordan Love as he caught a nine-yard score late in the third quarter and then delivered three catches for 56 yards in the final quarter. As a result, he turned in the first 100-yard performance by a receiver for the Packers this season. With Jayden Reed (chest) also suffering an injury in the middle of Sunday's victory, Melton could have another chance to produce in Week 18 against the Bears.

Reed underwent CT scans on his chest following Sunday's 33-10 win over the Vikings, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Reed delivered six catches for 89 yards and two touchdowns in the first half of Sunday's win. He was unable to play in the final two quarters due to the injury, and his availability for a pivotal Week 18 matchup against the Bears is currently unclear.

Higgins recorded one reception on two targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 25-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Higgins made a 19-yard reception on the Bengals' first possession, but he was held out of the game for a lengthy period of time due to a hamstring injury. While he was able to re-enter the contest, it's doubtful he was playing at close to full health. That puts him in a questionable position to take the field in a Week 18 matchup against the Browns, particularly with the Bengals eliminated from playoff contention.