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Chark caught one of two targets for five yards in Saturday's 27-0 preseason loss to the Jets.

Chark's targets both came from rookie No. 1 pick Bryce Young on Carolina's opening drive of the game. The veteran is anticipated to start alongside fellow offseason signing Adam Thielen in a new-look Panthers passing attack that also includes second-rounder Jonathan Mingo and tight end Hayden Hurst.

Coach Sean McVay said Sunday that it's "more likely than not" that Kupp (hamstring) doesn't participate in joint practices with the Raiders this week, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

The Rams initially hoped that Kupp would be back on the field for the joint practices with Las Vegas this week, but McVay said that it's more realistic that the receiver returns the following week. Even if he takes an extra week to recover, Kupp will have a few weeks to practice with the team before the Rams' regular-season opener in Seattle on Sunday, Sept. 10.

Thomas caught one of two targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 26-24 preseason win over the Chiefs.

Thomas hadn't played since Week 3 of last season but was involved early on, garnering both of his targets on New Orleans' 12-play, 80-yard touchdown drive to begin the game. With fellow wideouts Rashid Shaheed and Tre'Quan Smith both dealing with slight groin issues, Thomas currently faces less competition for looks from new quarterback Derek Carr, but with him playing merely 10 games over the last three seasons, the Saints figure to be careful with Thomas' preseason workload.

Rice caught three of four targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 26-24 preseason loss to the Saints.

Rice's first catch came from Blaine Gabbert on Kansas City's second drive of the game. Although only Nikko Remigio made more receptions for the Chiefs than Rice, the rookie second-rounder dropped a pass and committed a false start during his time on the field. With Kadarius Toney (knee) likely sidelined for the preseason, Rice will strive to eliminate mistakes and continue pushing for more action in next Sunday's exhibition contest versus the Cardinals.

Moore started but was not targeted in limited action during Sunday's 26-24 preseason-opening loss to the Saints.

Moore began the game alongside Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Justin Watson in Kansas City's first-team offense. However, with superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes featuring for just one drive, Moore too was withdrawn early on, allowing rookie Rashee Rice and Justyn Ross more opportunities. Coming off just 22 catches last season, Moore -- a 2022 second-rounder -- could grow in importance in the buildup to the upcoming campaign, as fellow wideout Kadarius Toney (knee) is likely out for the preseason.

Renfrow isn't dressed for Sunday's preseason opener against the 49ers, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.

Renfrow is one of the few healthy offensive starters that isn't suited up for Las Vegas' first exhibition. The veteran's next chance to see game action will come Saturday against the Rams.

Thompkins secured both of his targets for nine yards, rushed once for eight yards, returned one kickoff for 19 yards and ran back one punt for no gain in the Buccaneers' 27-17 preseason loss to the Steelers on Friday.

Thompkins wasn't quite able to carry over the stellar showings he'd regularly been putting together in training camp practices, but he was serviceable with the opportunities he received. The Utah State product does have an advantage over the player who might be his most direct competition for a roster spot, Kaylon Geiger, in that he was able to record five receptions while also accruing 324 total yards on returns across five games in 2022. The competition between the two will continue in Saturday night's second preseason game against the Jets.

Wayne (hamstring) will be out for a couple of weeks, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Wayne was unable to practice Saturday due to a reported leg injury; however, he is currently suffering from a grade-two strain of his hamstring. The undrafted free agent out of Pittsburgh will now focus on getting healthy, so he can return to trying to earn a roster spot.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Sunday that Berrios needed stitches after injuring his head on a punt return and will be forced to miss some time, Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Per Beasley, Berrios can't put a helmet on until he gets the stitches removed, but it's unclear how long they'll have to stay in. The returner's next chance to suit up for game action will come Saturday in Houston, but Miami may keep him sidelined for the remainder of preseason action to ensure he's healthy for Week 1 of the regular season.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Sunday that Waddle (abdomen) doesn't have a return timetable, but he's happy with where the wideout is at in his rehab process, Alain Poupart of SI.com reports.

Waddle left Wednesday's joint practice with Atlanta after suffering a midsection injury, and McDaniel initially said that the wideout was "fine." However, it's not surprising to see Miami proceed with an abundance of caution with one of its top offensive weapons. Waddle's next chance to suit up for game action will come Saturday in Houston, but the Dolphins may just shut him down for the remainder of preseason action to ensure he's as close to 100 percent as possible for the regular season.