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Patrick caught four of five targets for 29 yards during Monday's 16-14 loss to Tennessee.

Patrick was the elder statesman on the field Monday night as Courtland Sutton (shoulder) was held out. Patrick came up with a big 15-yard grab on second and long to set up Denver's fourth-quarter touchdown, but it was an otherwise quiet night, and things shouldn't get much louder once Sutton returns to the lineup. While young and inexperienced, Denver has a lot of skill players to try to get the ball to, and Patrick is probably no better than the fifth or sixth option in Drew Lock's arsenal.

Thomas is expected to miss several weeks after tests revealed that his high-ankle sprain is worse than expected, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

There were rumbles that Thomas may play through this injury, but those rumors have essentially been put to rest. If his injury is indeed serious enough to keep him out for multiple games, Thomas could be placed on IR, which would keep him out for at least three games. Emmanuel Sanders should be considered the Saints' No. 1 WR for the duration of Thomas' absence, and Tre'Quan Smith should enjoy an increase in usage as well.

Mickens returned one punt for no gain in the Buccaneers' 34-23 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

The 26-year-old also served as the No. 5 receiver in the Week 1 loss, although his primary function on the active roster was to serve as the punt returner and coverage units. While Mickens ultimately failed to make the stat sheet under any capacity, it's likely he continues to enjoy active status, at least early in the season, while rookie fifth-round pick Tyler Johnson continues to get up to speed on the playbook.

Hightower caught one of his four targets for a loss of two yards in Sunday's 27-17 loss to Washington

The Boise State product was on the field for 27 snaps (40 percent) in his NFL debut. While that was one play fewer than what J.J. Arcega-Whiteside received, it was Hightower who was more involved in the offense with four passes thrown his way to Arcega-Whiteside's zero.

Arcega-Whiteside did not draw a target in Sunday's 27-17 loss to Washington.

Arcega-Whiteside did not end up drawing the start in the opener as Jalen Reagor recovered from his shoulder injury in time to suit up. While the 23-year-old did see 28 offensive snaps in the contest, he didn't get a look from his quarterback while Reagor and fellow rookie John Hightower each got four. It may take another rash of injuries before Arcega-Whiteside begins to get meaningful opportunities in the Eagles offense in 2020.

The Giants released Bachman from the practice squad Tuesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.

Bachman apparently had a solid training camp, but the Giants are letting him go. He's still awaiting his NFL debut after entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2019.

Sherfield logged two snaps on offense and 15 special-teams plays during Sunday's 24-20 win in San Francisco.

Sherfield's sole contribution in the play-by-play log was a downed punt in the middle of the third quarter. Moving forward, he'll have difficulty eking out chances on offense due to the presence of DeAndre Hopkins, Larry Fitzgerald and Christian Kirk at the top of the wide receiver depth chart, and Andy Isabella occupying the No. 4 spot. Expect Sherfield to continue being a regular on special teams, however.

Isabella played 14 of 82 offensive snaps (17 percent) but wasn't targeted during Sunday's 24-20 win at San Francisco.

The Cardinals operated primarily with 12 personnel, playing tight ends Dan Arnold 45 snaps on offense and Maxx Williams 43. As a result, Isabella wasn't given much opportunity behind the top wide receiver trio of DeAndre Hopkins, Larry Fitzgerald and Christian Kirk. And despite Isabella being listed as both the No. 1 kick and punt returner on the team's unofficial depth chart, Chase Edmonds and Kirk played those roles, respectively, Week 1. Due to all the impediments to production, Isabella may not develop a consistent role without the benefit of an injury to those in front of him.

Reed registered 46 return yards in the win Sunday over the Bengals.

Reed saw just three offensive snaps all game, but it was interesting to see him confirmed as the team's starting kick returner. A nimble player in space, it's possible Reed could see some gadget plays designed for him later in the year, but at least at the moment he's hardly worth a look in even the deepest of fantasy leagues.

Guyton caught his lone target for 16 yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Bengals

There was some thought Guyton could emerge as an intriguing speed option if Mike Williams were ruled out Sunday after spraining his shoulder, but the big-bodied wideout managed to power through, relegating Guyton to the No. 3 role. Much like Travis Benjamin in past seasons, Guyton simply acted as an empty downfield threat through most of Sunday's game, only seeing one target and playing just under 65 percent of the team's offensive snaps. Don't expect much from the second-year wideout unless the Chargers suddenly decide to change his role.