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Black left Monday's preseason game against the Falcons to be evaluated for a concussion.

Black suffered an apparent head injury at some point during Monday's exhibition, leaving his return to the game in question. The 24-year-old wideout recorded one reception for 10 yards during his lone elevation from the Jets' practice squad last year, so a potential concussion this preseason could harshly impact his chances to make the team's final 53-man roster.

Sills corralled five of seven targets for 56 yards in Sunday's preseason victory versus the Bengals.

Sills didn't play in New York's first exhibition game last Thursday due to an undisclosed injury, but he was back in action for the team's second contest Sunday. The 26-year-old ranked second on the squad in receiving yards and third in receptions in the win. Sills is considered a long shot for a spot on the 53-man roster, so he'll be looking to make another strong impression in the Giants' third and final preseason game against the Jets next weekend.

Sterns brought in two of four targets for 13 yards in the Buccaneers' 13-3 preseason loss to the Titans on Saturday night.

Sterns didn't quite have the same impact as during a preseason-opening performance against the Dolphins when he posted a 4-51-1 line, but the undrafted rookie at least showed up on the stat sheet again. Sterns' ongoing bid to secure the final receiver spot will continue during Saturday's night's exhibition finale against the Colts, but if Sterns indeed loses the competition to fellow UDFA Deven Thompkins, he would seem to be a good candidate for the practice squad.

Burks practiced without a sleeve on his leg Monday, Ben Arthur of The Tennessean reports.

Burks was spotted with a wrap on his left leg during the Titan's preseason game against Tampa Bay on Saturday. However, he was back to a full practice with the team Monday, running routes and fielding punts. Burks now will focus on remaining on the field consistently, as he's dealt with conditioning concerns and minor bumps and bruises that have sidelined him for portions of camp.

Moore didn't play during Sunday's preseason defeat to the Ravens.

For the second consecutive exhibition, the Cardinals kept their top four wide receivers in street clothes (also, DeAndre Hopkins, Marquise Brown and A.J. Green). Last week, Kyler Murray relayed to Darren Urban of the team's official site that he won't suit up this preseason, but it's unclear if Moore and his position mates will sit out again, too, Saturday against the Titans. If the entire group doesn't see action until Week 1, Moore should be a beneficiary of Hopkins' six-game suspension to begin the campaign. Moore, a 2021 second-round pick, is looking to build upon a 54-435-1 line on 64 targets in 14 appearances from his rookie season.

Philips recorded one reception on four targets for 11 yards in Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.

Philips struggled to get on the same page with Malik Willis, though he did manage the seventh-longest offensive play for the Titans on the day. He also served as Tennessee's punt returner and ripped off returns of 35, 27 and 15 yards. Philips has impressed as a slot receiver in camp, so he immediately could make an impact in multiple facets of the game.

Humphrey relayed Monday that he's seen some reps at tight end in training camp, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

If the 6-foot-4, 225 pounder -- who is listed as a wide receiver -- demonstrates that he has the versatility to play some tight end, it potentially could help him land a roster spot. Though two preseason games, Humphrey has logged 11 catches for 133 yards and a TD, while also making a mark on special teams.

The Cardinals waived Ateman on Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Ateman linked up with Arizona in early August after being released from the Raiders' practice squad in November. The 2018 seventh-round pick failed to register a catch over three total snaps during his lone game played with Las Vegas last year. Ateman will now look to join the third team of his professional career after moving to waivers Monday.

Bachman hauled in 11 of 14 targets for 122 yards and two touchdowns in a 25-22 preseason win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Bachman was pretty quiet in New York's first exhibition contest against New England, catching two passes for 17 yards. He exploded with a huge performance Sunday, however, leading the Giants in targets, catches and receiving yards while hauling in both of the team's receiving scores. All of Bachman's work came with third-string quarterback Davis Webb behind center, and the pair connected on a pair of fourth-quarter TDs, including one that gave New York the comeback win with 35 seconds remaining in the contest. Bachman has been thought to be on the bubble for the 53-man roster, so it's possible that this performance will go a long way toward making his case for a spot on the team.

Heiligh was waived by the Bengals on Monday.

Heiligh was one of two wide receivers let go from Cincinnati's 90-man offseason roster Monday, shrinking this position group to nine players heading into the team's preseason finale Saturday. The undrafted product from Coastal Carolina will now pass through waivers before becoming a free agent, should no team opt to claim him.