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The Raiders signed Ateman to a reserve/future contract Wednesday.

After making 18 appearances for the Raiders between the 2018 and 2019 seasons, Ateman spent the 2020 campaign exclusively on the organization's practice squad following his release at the conclusion of training camp. The big-bodied wideout will look to continue his development with Las Vegas this offseason.

Evans (knee) practiced fully Wednesday.

The Buccaneers capped Evans' practice reps last week, as they would have done if the team had been facing a normal turnaround for a game. Now that he's gotten some maintenance time, Evans shouldn't face any limitations in the Buccaneers' remaining practices leading up to Sunday's Super Bowl LV matchup with the Chiefs. Meanwhile, Antonio Brown (knee) got back on the practice field in a limited capacity Wednesday, helping Tampa Bay inch closer to full capacity in its receiving corps.

Bourne said Wednesday that he and the 49ers are discussing a new contract, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Bourne acknowledged that he won't be the team's top priority this offseason, but he still hopes to work something out. The 2017 undrafted free agent is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent for the first time, following a 2020 campaign in which he posted career highs for targets (74), catches (49), receiving yards (667), yards per catch (13.6) and yards per target (9.0). Bourne never saw a ton of volume, but his ability to play both outside and in the slot helped San Francisco's offense remain semi-respectable amidst an onslaught of injuries. Bourne will turn 26 in August, and he believes his experience in head coach Kyle Shanahan's system will serve him well even if he doesn't stay in San Francisco.

Sherfield had five receptions (on seven targets) for 50 yards in 15 contests during the 2020 season. He also compiled nine tackles (six solo) and two fumble recoveries.

As one of the Cardinals' core special teamers, Sherfield logged nearly three times as many snaps (221) in that realm as on offense (79). Considering he's a restricted free agent in the offseason, Arizona seems apt to bring him back as a cost-controlled player. If he does return, Sherfield will be hard-pressed to climb a receiving depth chart occupied by DeAndre Hopkins, Christian Kirk, KeeSean Johnson and Andy Isabella, even with Larry Fitzgerald (groin) still contemplating whether to come back or retire.

The Chiefs placed Robinson (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Robinson and teammate Daniel Kilgore (undisclosed) both hit the COVID-19 list as close contacts Monday. Robinson has logged one catch in Kansas City's last two games, despite playing at least 65 percent of offensive snaps in both of them. If Robinson is able to continue returning negative tests, he could be cleared to play in the Super Bowl.

Sutton's rehab from ACL surgery is on track, with the wideout hoping to be ready for the beginning of next season, Ryan O'Halloran of The Denver Post reports.

Sutton injured his knee Sept. 20, had surgery about a month later, and has been been jogging as part of his rehab routine since Jan. 14. He mentioned the possibility of some limited participation in the offseason program, though he may not be cleared to practice until training camp. Entering the fourth and final season of his rookie contract, Sutton may need to adjust to a new quarterback, as the Broncos are rumored to be seeking an upgrade on Drew Lock.

Callaway caught 21 passes for 213 yards in 11 regular-season games as a rookie in 2020.

Callaway enjoyed modest production as a rookie out of Tennessee, going 21-213-0 as a receiver and filling in on kickoff and punt return duties while Deonte Harris was injured. Callaway will have plenty of competition for targets when he returns for his second season with a presumably healthy receiving corps.

Harris (neck) finished the 2020 regular season with 20 receptions for 186 yards and a touchdown and added six carries for 51 yards.

Harris saw some increased run with injuries in New Orleans' receiving corps, though injuries of his own forced him to miss seven games, not to mention a neck injury forced him out of the Saints' playoff loss to Tampa Bay. Prior to that, he went 7-83-0 in the wild-card round against Chicago. The second-year man took a step forward in the receiving game, though it's reasonable to expect some regression if Michael Thomas can stay healthy all season. Harris will likely make his mark as a return specialist in 2021.

Webster played just eight offensive snaps during the 2020 season.

While there were glimpses of receiving potential from the sophomore in training camp, Webster was relegated to punt- and kick-return duty this season. With few fantasy formats rewarding return yardage, the 25-year-old Eastern Washington product was an afterthought in the majority of settings. The Rams will likely bolster their receiving corps through the draft and/or free agency during the offseason, and Webster will probably have to battle to retain his special-teams job next year.

Jackson didn't see the field during the 2020 regular season.

A late-bloomer at Syracuse, Jackson piled up 66 receptions, 1,023 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns over 12 games in his final season with the Orange. While he wasn't active for a single game this year for the Rams, there projects to be some offseason turnover at wide receiver, and Jackson will compete for playing time in training camp. Just note, he's a long shot to carve out a meaningful role and return fantasy value out of the gate next September.