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Downs recorded two receptions on three targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Patriots.

Downs played through a knee injury that was expected to keep him limited, and that came to fruition as he saw his lowest target total in a full game since Week 4. His primary contribution came on a 28-yard reception late in the fourth quarter that helped the Colts clinch a win. Heading into a bye, Downs should be able to return healthier for a Week 12 matchup against Tampa Bay.

Pittman recorded eight receptions on 12 targets for 84 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Patriots.

As the score indicates, neither offense had much success getting the ball into the end zone, but Pittman still had a productive day. He accounted for two of the Colts' seven longest plays from scrimmage with receptions of 14 and 13 yards, helping him to his highest yardage total since Week 6. Pittman now has eight catches in three consecutive games and should remain Gardner Minshew's top target coming out of the Colts' Week 11 bye.

Thomas is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings and was spotted on the field warming up, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Thomas wasn't listed on the Saints' Week 10 injury report, but his status still warranted a checkup ahead of Sunday's kickoff after he was arrested Friday in Kenner, La. on misdemeanor charges of simple battery and criminal mischief for his alleged involvement in an altercation with a man performing construction work in the receiver's neighborhood, according to Terrell. The Saints said Friday that they are aware of the incident and are gathering more information, and the expectation is that Thomas will continue playing while his legal situation remains ongoing.

Godwin is active for Sunday's game against the Titans, and he's expected to play despite dealing with an illness, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Godwin didn't appear on the Buccaneers' Week 10 injury report and didn't carry a designation into the contest, so the illness is likely something that emerged at some point Saturday or earlier Sunday. While the nature of Godwin's ailment isn't known, it's not believed to be anything that will prevent him from handling his usual starting role Sunday. However, it's possible his snap count be scaled back if the illness is inhibiting him in any way as the contest rolls along.

Nailor (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest against the Saints, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official website reports.

Nailor is completing his return from injured reserve and suiting up for the first time since Week 2. Thus, he will be available for a depth receiving role and special-teams duties versus New Orleans.

Palmer (neck/illness) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Titans.

The rookie third-round pick was considered questionable despite putting in a full practice Friday, so it's not a major surprise he's suiting up for Sunday's contest. Palmer is coming off his most productive game of the season, as he caught three of four targets for 51 yards Week 9 at Houston.

Wallace (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Browns.

Wallace will be a healthy scratch after playing Week 9 against the Seahawks. The third-year pro saw 12 snaps on offense, but he never saw a target. His next opportunity to play will be Thursday against the Bengals.

Woods (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Woods hasn't played wince Week 6, but his return to the mix arrives at an opportune time, with fellow WR Nico Collins (calf) unavailable Sunday. In that context, barring any in-game setbacks or limitations, Woods should have an opportunity to see his share of looks from QB C.J. Stroud (who racked up 470 passing yards in the Texans' Week 9 win over the Buccaneers) alongside Tank Dell and Noah Brown. Prior to his injury, the 31-year-old caught 22 of his 43 targets for 227 yards and a TD in six contests.

Powell looks set for a larger workload with K.J. Osborn (concussion) inactive and Justin Jefferson not activated from IR, Will Ragatz of Sports Illustrated reports.

Powell played a season-high 51 snaps last week after Osborn was injured. He should start opposite Jordan Addison and could see more than the three targets he had last week. Trishton Jackson could also see an increased workload.

Chase (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

After sitting out one practice and managing only limited participation in the other two this week, Chase took a questionable tag into Sunday and was viewed as a true game-time decision leading up to kickoff. While he ultimately did enough during pregame warmups to avoid the inactive list, Chase is likely suiting up at less-than-optimal health while he contends with a painful back bruise that he sustained on a hard fall to the turf in last week's win over the Bills. No reports have indicated that Chase will be on a strict snap count Sunday, so fantasy managers can probably feel comfortable keeping him active this week. Even if Chase does end up facing some in-game limitations, he could be heavily targeted whenever he's on the field, given that No. 2 wideout Tee Higgins (hamstring) is inactive for Week 10.