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Thielen caught three of four targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 28-22 win over the Packers.

The Vikings' vertical game took a back seat to a huge performance by Dalvin Cook in this one, as the running back scored all four of Minnesota's TDs. Thielen did tie Justin Jefferson for the team lead in targets, and the duo should be more involved in Week 9 against a Lions defense that just gave up three passing TDs to Philip Rivers -- although none of the three went to wide receivers.

Jones caught three of seven passes for 39 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 41-21 loss to the Colts.

Jones scored on a 25-yard crossing route on the opening drive and found the end zone again after Kenny Golladay (hip) left the game. While the veteran was otherwise held in check by a tough Colts defense, Jones could see an increased workload in the near future if Golladay misses time. Next up is a Week 9 matchup against a Vikings defense that has allowed the third-most yards per pass attempt (8.5) with 17 passing touchdowns through seven games in 2020.

Hill caught four of six targets for 98 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 35-9 win over the Jets.

Hill burned the vulnerable Jets secondary for touchdowns of 36 and 41 yards, accounting for two of Patrick Mahomes' five passing scores. While Hill doesn't match the monstrous target totals commanded by most elite wide receivers, his speed and Mahomes' downfield accuracy help the Chiefs' top wideout make a major impact week in and week out. Hill has seven receiving touchdowns and a rushing score through eight games heading into a Week 9 clash with the Panthers.

Meyers caught six of 10 targets for 58 yards and added a two-point conversion in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Bills.

Meyers has emerged as the favorite target for struggling quarterback Cam Newton with Julian Edelman (knee) and N'Keal Harry (concussion) both unavailable, leading the team in targets, catches and receiving yards. None of Meyers' gains went for more than 16 yards, but he caught a key two-point conversion to tie the score in the third quarter. Meyers should continue to play a prominent role on his 24th birthday against the porous Jets secondary in Week 9.

Moore (ribs) re-entered Sunday's game against the 49ers, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Moore missed a drive after suffering a rib injury, but he quickly returned to Sunday's divisional tilt. The 25-year-old wide receiver adds further speed to a blazing set of Seahawks receivers, and he can contribute as a rusher as well, something that may be necessary because of the team's backfield conundrum.

Moore was forced out of Sunday's game versus the 49ers with a rib injury.

With Moore sidelined, the Seahawks have just four healthy wide receivers. The target tree will continue to favor Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf, and Freddie Swain will be counted on until Moore can return.

Brown caught four of seven targets for 24 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-20 loss to the Bengals.

Brown, who shrugged off a minor knee injury during the week, finished second on the team in targets but failed to strike for any plays longer than 10 yards. He did salvage his day from a fantasy perspective with a nine-yard touchdown grab, giving him touchdowns in four straight games and five overall in that span. Brown was coming off a 153-yard effort in his previous outing and will look to flash more of his big-play ability in next Sunday's matchup against the Bears.

Agnew is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts due to a rib injury.

Agnew had one carry for 11 yards and returned two kickoffs for 62 yards and one punt for two yards before exiting with the injury. Danny Amendola is next up on the depth chart as the return man for Detroit.

Humphries was forced out of Sunday's game against the Bengals after sustaining a concussion, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.

Prior to being carted off the field Sunday, Humphries did not haul in either of his two targets. A.J. Brown and Corey Davis will continue on as the team's top wide receivers for the remainder on the contest.

Johnson (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Johnson was active for the past three games and had three rushes for 17 yards and a 53-yard touchdown reception, but he won't be suiting up Sunday. Joe Reed and Jason Moore will operate as the Chargers' depth wideouts.