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Nailor caught his only target for 16 yards in Sunday's 27-19 win over the Saints.

Nailor's one reception was his first of the 2023 campaign, as the second-year wideout made his return from a hamstring injury that landed him on injured reserve earlier this season. The 24-year-old played 67 of the Vikings' 73 offensive snaps, behind Jordan Addison (71) and well ahead of Brandon Powell (49). Despite his high snap percentage, Nailor was basically an afterthought on a day when quarterback Joshua Dobbs attempted 34 passes. Going forward, the six-foot receiver should be difficult to trust for fantasy purposes, especially with Justin Jefferson (hamstring) and K.J. Osborn (concussion) likely returning in the near future. The Vikings will visit the Broncos in Week 11.

McKenzie reeled in all four of this targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Patriots.

McKenzie four receptions on four targets and 31 yards were season-highs in each category. Additionally, the veteran's 46 percent offensive snap share was his highest mark of the 2023 campaign. With that said, McKenzie was unable to take a big leap in his production as fellow wideout Michael Pittman soaked up 12 targets from Gardner Minshew. The 28-year-old McKenzie should continue to stay off the fantasy radar going forward based on his minimal product through 10 games. The Colts enter their Week 11 bye before hosting the Buccaneers on Nov. 26.

Pierce caught his only target for 21 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Patriots.

Pierce's modest production continued Sunday, as his one target in the contest was his lowest of the season. The 23-year-old wideout has been consistently underwhelming this season despite playing a high-percentage of the Colts' offensive snaps every week. Pierce played 96 percent of the offensive snaps against the Patriots, ahead of fellow receivers Michael Pittman and Josh Downs, the latter of whom was limited due to a knee injury. Going forward, Pierce will likely be little more than a touchdown-dependent fantasy option, especially if Downs is able to handle a larger workload coming out of the Colts' Week 11 bye.

Bateman secured two of his four targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 33-31 loss to the Browns.

Bateman played a season-high 74 percent of snaps Sunday, though his production left much to be desired. The veteran wideout continued his streak of underwhelming performances, as he is averaging just 22.8 yards per game so far in 2023. Bateman's role in the offense seems to be growing in recent weeks, but his increased involvement has not resulted in much production. The 23-year-old might see more volume if Odell Beckham (knee) is sidelined for a Week 11 matchup against the Bengals.

Duvernay (hamstring) was limited in Tuesday's practice.

Duvernay wasn't on the injury report Monday, making him a mid-week addition prior to Thursday night's game against the Bengals. The veteran wideout and return man has played just 20 percent of the offensive snaps this season, catching four passes for 18 yards on nine targets.

Higgins (hamstring) was a non-participant in Tuesday's practice, Jay Morrison of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Per Chris Roling of USA Today, head coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Higgins is day-to-day with his hamstring injury, while Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the wideout is expected to miss his second straight game Thursday against the Ravens. The short week works against Higgins, as the Bengals may only hold a walk-through session Wednesday, which would make it difficult for the team to properly gauge his health even if he gets back on the field. In the likely scenario that he sits, Tyler Boyd and Trenton Irwin would presumably step into expanded roles again behind No. 1 wideout Ja'Marr Chase.

Iosivas (knee) did not participate at practice Tuesday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

After being estimated as a nonparticipant Monday, Iosivas officially missed Cincinnati's first practice of the week Tuesday. He'll probably need to return to practice Wednesday to have a shot to play Thursday.

New Orleans signed Kirkwood to its active roster Tuesday, Brooke Kirchhoker of NOF Network reports.

The Saints waived Kirkwood on Saturday, but now they've decided to bring him back on board. He's drawn just four targets over seven games in 2023, returning one reception for one yard.

Flowers secured five of six targets for 73 yards in Sunday's 33-31 loss to the Browns.

After seeing just one target in Week 9, Flowers bounced back with a solid performance Sunday. The rookie receiver led the Ravens in targets, catches and receiving yards, but failed to find the end zone in the contest. Through 10 games, Flowers has scored just one touchdown despite leading Baltimore with 68 targets. With favorable matchups down the stretch, the 23-year-old could have the opportunity to improve his fantasy production while continuing to soak up targets from Lamar Jackson. Flowers will look to maintain his role as Jackson's preferred option at wideout when the Ravens host the Bengals in Week 11.

Pittsburgh cut Washington from its practice squad Tuesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Just three weeks after joining Pittsburgh's practice squad, Washington is now parting ways with the team. He's set to become a free agent and is still waiting to make his 2023 debut.