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Allen Robinson WR | DET
Bears' Allen Robinson: Extension talks gain steam
The Bears have rebuffed trade inquiries for Robinson in recent days and remain focused on coming to terms with their star wide receiver on a contract extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Robinson's dissatisfaction with his contract situation became known Sept. 15, when he deleted all references to the Bears on his social media accounts. While opposing front offices reached out to Chicago upon learning of Robinson's discontent, Rapoport notes that the drama has instead prompted a "renewed effort" on the Bears' part to get an extension done for the 27-year-old. Though a new deal isn't currently imminent, both Robinson and the Bears are hopeful to reach an agreement before the season ends. After locking up running back Tarik Cohen to a three-year extension late Saturday, extending Robinson now presumably looms as the top item on the Bears' to-do list.
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N'Keal Harry TE | SEA
Patriots' N'Keal Harry: Expected to play in Week 2
Harry (shoulder) is expected to play Sunday night against the Seahawks, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.
The same applies to fellow wide receiver Julian Edelman (knee), with the duo's Week 2 status to be officially confirmed upon the release of the Patriots' inactives in advance of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Harry was also listed as questionable leading up to Week 1's win over the Dolphins before suiting up and catching five of his six targets for 39 yards in a contest in which QB Cam Newton attempted just 19 passes.
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Courtland Sutton WR | DEN
Broncos' Courtland Sutton: Good chance to play in Week 2
Sutton (shoulder) has "a good chance to play" Sunday against the Steelers, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, but the Broncos still plan to evaluate the wideout before the contest to make sure his AC joint has healed enough to do so.
Fortunately for those considering Sutton in Week 2 lineups, the Broncos kick off at 1:00 ET on Sunday. Denver's top wideout sat out this past Monday's game against the Titans, leaving Jerry Jeudy (eight targets), Tim Patrick (five targets) and DaeSean Hamilton (three targets) to head the team's wide receiver corps in Week 1.
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Michael Pittman WR | PIT
Colts' Michael Pittman: Trending down for Sunday
Pittman (toe) isn't expected to play Sunday against Minnesota, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Coach Frank Reich previously said the rookie second-round pick would be a game-time decision, but he apparently hasn't progressed well since Friday's practice. Pittman is officially questionable for Sunday's contest but isn't likely to be available.
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Zach Pascal WR | NYG
Colts' Zach Pascal: Expected to play Sunday
Pascal (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
The 25-year-old received the questionable tag despite practicing as a full participant Friday, so it's not a major surprise he's expected to suit up Sunday. Pascal worked as the Colts' No. 3 wideout Week 1 and caught two of three targets for 18 yards, and he should operate in a similar role this week with Michael Pittman (toe) unlikely to suit up.
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Brandin Cooks WR | SF
Texans' Brandin Cooks: On track to play Week 2
Cooks (quadriceps) is expected to play Sunday against Baltimore, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
The 26-year-old received the questionable tag after practicing as a limited participant all week, and he should be suited up for Sunday's contest. Cooks played through the quad injury in the season opener and caught two of five targets for 20 yards while playing about half of Houston's offensive snaps, but he appears to be in better shape entering Week 2.
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Cam Sims WR | CAR
Football Team's Cam Sims: Returns to active roster
Sims was promoted to Washington's active roster Saturday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.
Sims played in Week 1 but played all 16 of his snaps on special teams. With the Football Team's receiver corps healthy, he'll likely serve in a similar role Sunday versus the Cardinals.
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Equanimeous St. Brown WR | SF
Packers' Equanimeous St. Brown: Lands on IR
St. Brown (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
It's clear the Notre Dame product just simply can't stay healthy. After missing his entire second season due to an ankle injury, a knee issue will now keep St. Brown out for a minimum of three games. Considering he was a healthy inactive for Week 1, the loss will be minimal for the Packers offense, but it does whittle away at the team's already shaky depth at the position.
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Michael Thomas WR | NO
Saints' Michael Thomas: Officially ruled out
Thomas (ankle) has been ruled out for the Monday night matchup against the Raiders, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.
This always felt like the logical conclusion considering Thomas is expected to miss multiple weeks with a high left ankle sprain, but reports Thursday seemed to give the slightest of hope the star wideout would be available. With those thoughts dashed, New Orleans will turn to Emmanuel Sanders and Tre'Quan Smith to take on the bulk of the receiving work, with tight end Jared Cook, running backs Alvin Kamara and Latavius Murray and gadget player extraordinaire Taysom Hill all figuring in the offense.
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Scott Miller WR | CHI
Buccaneers' Scotty Miller: Offensive bump expected?
Miller could see a sizable bump in his offensive role after Chris Godwin (concussion) was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Godwin's injury leaves just Miller and Mike Evans as the only two receivers with more than 17 career catches available for the Bucs in Week 2. The second-year pro parlayed his excellent training-camp chemistry with QB Tom Brady into a bountiful role during the season opener, turning six targets into 73 receiving yards while both Godwin and Evans were active and available. It's possible the Buccaneers could offset the loss of their star wideout with more two-TE personnel, although that would still give Miller opportunities to work on the outside against a porous Panthers secondary.