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Reynolds (back) is listed as active Saturday against the Broncos.

Reynolds logged limited practices to wrap up Week 15 prep Wednesday and Thursday, taking a questionable designation into the weekend. No matter, he'll be available to the Lions offense Saturday against a Denver defense that has given up the eighth-most yards per target (8.6) to opposing wide receivers this season.

Jefferson caught seven passes for 84 yards on 10 targets in the 27-24 overtime loss to the Bengals on Saturday.

Jefferson saw rookie fellow wideout Jordan Addison lead the Vikings with 111 yards and two touchdowns on six catches, but Addison saw only six targets to Jefferson's 10. It was always a certainty that Jefferson would eventually get rolling again once he shook off the injury rust, and if he keeps seeing 10 targets per game then he will break out again very soon, perhaps as soon as against Detroit's mediocre cornerbacks in Week 16.

Addison caught six passes for 111 yards and two touchdowns on six targets in the 27-24 overtime loss to the Bengals on Saturday.

It was an improbable resurgence from Addison, as the rookie seemed likely to fall to the margins, as Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson were expected to claim the majority of Vikings' targets. Addison's talent was obvious early in his rookie year, but he had predictably struggled somewhat after the season-ending injury to Kirk Cousins. This game from Addison raises the hope that he might get on a roll again despite Cousins' absence. The Week 16 matchup with Detroit is likely a favorable one for Addison, who will look to score his 10th touchdown before his excellent rookie season concludes.

Eskridge (ribs) is questionable to suit up Monday against Philadelphia, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

Eskridge logged a limited practice session Thursday but followed with a DNP both Friday and Saturday. However, he's still being given a chance to suit up on Monday Night Football. Eskridge hasn't caught a pass this season, but he's been working as Seattle's top kick returner. If he's unable to play Monday, that role could be assumed by Zach Charbonnet or DeeJay Dallas.

The Texans elevated Sims from the practice squad Saturday.

This is Sims' first elevation since Week 12, but it's his third overall this season, meaning Houston will need to sign him to the active roster in order for him to suit up for the team after Week 15. In his two contests so far this season, the fifth-year wideout has tallied two catches on two targets for 25 yards. Sims could see more opportunity than usual Sunday if Nico Collins (calf) and/or Noah Brown (knee) aren't able to suit up.

Pittman suffered a concussion during Saturday's contest against the Steelers and won't return, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

This comes as no surprise after Pittman took a huge hit from Steelers safety Damontae Kazee in the middle of the second quarter that resulted in the latter's ejection from the game. Pittman now will be subject to the protocol for head injuries in order be cleared for action again, with the Colts' next game coming Sunday, Dec. 24 in Atlanta. As for the rest of Saturday's outing, Josh Downs, Alec Pierce, D.J. Montgomery and Ethan Fernea are the team's other active wideouts.

Pittman is under evaluation for a possible concussion during Saturday's game versus Pittsburgh, Dale Lolley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Pittman was on the receiving end of a massive hit from Steelers safety Damontae Kazee in the middle of the second quarter and remained on the turf for a spell before making his way to the locker room. If he's diagnosed with a concussion, Pittman will be subject to the protocol for head injuries in order to be cleared for future game action. With Pittman sidelined, Josh Downs, Alec Pierce, D.J. Montgomery and Ethan Fernea are Indianapolis' other active wide receivers.

Boyd caught two passes for 53 yards on five targets in the 27-24 overtime win against the Vikings on Saturday.

Boyd was mostly a non-factor -- indeed, he went into overtime with one catch for nine yards on four targets -- but he arguably made up for that with his 44-yard reception in overtime. Boyd's big play put the Bengals in range for the game-winning field goal -- a timely contribution given that Ja'Marr Chase (shoulder) left the game in the second half. If Chase were to miss any time with the injury, Boyd would likely see an increased target share as a result. The Bengals go to Pittsburgh for Week 16.

Higgins caught four passes for 61 yards and two touchdowns on eight targets in the 27-24 overtime victory against the Vikings on Saturday.

Higgins scored both touchdowns in the second half, both during regulation. One occurred before Ja'Marr Chase left with a shoulder injury, the other after. Perhaps Higgins' second touchdown was influenced partially by Chase's absence, but it qualifies as a bounce-back game for Higgins either way. He also nearly had a 40-yard reception toward the end of the first half that was overturned on review. If Chase were to miss time, it would likely give Higgins an increased target share when the Bengals play at Pittsburgh in Week 16.

Chase didn't return to Saturday's 27-24 overtime win over the Vikings after exiting with a right shoulder injury.

Prior to leaving the contest, Chase caught all four of his targets for 64 yards. The star wideout will now look to potentially return to action Dec. 23 against the Steelers. If, however, Chase is limited or out in Week 16, Trenton Irwin, Andrei Iosivas and Charlie Jones could be in store for more snaps behind starting wideouts Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd.