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Perriman (knee) is active for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

Perriman was limited in practice all week due to the knee injury, but he'll be ready to give it a go Sunday. Though the Buccaneers are missing Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee) on Sunday, both Mike Evans (calf) and Russell Gage (hamstring) avoided the inactive list after being listed as questionable heading into the weekend. As a result, Perriman may still find himself third in the pecking order at wideout in New Orleans and likely represents little more than a speculative fantasy option.

Toney (hamstring) is active for Sunday's contest against the Panthers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

Toney was a late addition to New York's Week 2 injury report, having a cap on his reps both Thursday and Friday due to a hamstring injury. While rookie wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (knee) was ruled out Friday, Toney will be given a chance to contribute to the team's receiving corps this weekend. Toney will be on the lookout for his first target for the campaign after taking two carries for 23 yards in Week 1 in Tennessee.

Proche (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Dolphins.

Proche went into Sunday doubtful after missing practice Thursday and Friday. In his absence, Tylan Wallace will slide up to No. 4 on the team's wide receiver positional depth chart, although it's unlikely Wallace will see more than a handful of snaps on offense.

Gage (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

Gage missed the Buccaneers' first practice of the week Wednesday and was limited Thursday and Friday, but the hamstring issue evidently isn't severe enough to keep him out for Week 2. With Chris Godwin's own hamstring injury set to keep him on the sideline this weekend, Gage projects to serve as the primary replacement in the slot. Meanwhile, Julio Jones (knee) is also inactive and Mike Evans (calf) is suiting up but is likely to draw coverage from the Saints' top corner, Marshon Lattimore, so Gage could have some sneaky fantasy value this week as a key underneath target for quarterback Tom Brady.

Berrios (heel) is active for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

Berrios remained on the injury report despite consecutive full practices this week, but his "questionable" status won't prevent him from suiting up against the Browns. The return specialist -- who also caught five passes in the opener -- shouldn't have any limitations for the Week 2 matchup.

Evans (calf) is active for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

Evans was one of five Buccaneers receivers who took an injury designation into the weekend, but only Chris Godwin (hamstring) and Julio Jones (knee) ended up on the inactive list. Since he managed only two limited practices this week, Evans' reps could be capped to some extent, though no reports have indicated as much. Even if Evans is a full go for Sunday's contest, he'll still likely find himself covered most of the afternoon by cornerback Marshon Lattimore, who limited the wideout to three receptions for 62 yards in their two matchups in 2021.

Higgins (concussion), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Dallas, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Higgins has reportedly progressed through the concussion protocol in time to earn clearance for Week 2, barring any pregame setbacks. The Bengals will make his status official roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Higgins secured both of his targets for 27 yards versus the Steelers in Week 1 before leaving the field.

Toney (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Toney is dealing with hamstring tightness, and he played only seven offensive snaps while getting two touches Week 1, but he looks like he's trending in the right direction for Sunday's contest. Though he can be explosive with the ball in his hands, it's unclear how sizable of a role Toney will have on offense Week 2 even if active.

Gage (hamstring) remans listed as questionable but is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Gage is expected to play Week 2, and the Buccaneers are reportedly optimistic about Mike Evans (calf) being available as well, while Julio Jones (knee) is considered a game-time decision. Meanwhile, Chris Godwin (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's contest. Depending on how things pan out, Gage could have to step up into a key role for Tom Brady versus the Saints.

Lazard (ankle), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Lazard tweaked his ankle during the final weeks leading up to the regular season and was sidelined for Week 1, but he returned to limited practices this week and is expected to make his season debut against the Bears. However, nothing is official yet, which makes things difficult for fantasy managers who have to wait until the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff for final confirmation. Assuming Lazard is available, he could be just the spark that Green Bay's offense needs after a sluggish start during the season-opening loss to the Vikings.