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Dorsett (hamstring) is listed as active for Monday night's game against the Jets.

Dorsett's return to action is timely, with starting wideout Josh Gordon (knee/ankle) inactive. In that context, Dorsett should see plenty of snaps and play a key role in the New England passing offense Monday, so long as he avoids any in-game setbacks.

Golden (calf) worked out for the Buccaneers on Monday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Golden reached an injury settlement with the Giants on Sep. 9. His workout in Tampa Bay indicates he has recovered from the calf injury he was dealing with. The 31-year-old played his first five seasons with the Cardinals, but he hasn't been on an active roster since the 2017 season.

Sims was estimated to be a non-participant on Monday's injury report with a toe injury, Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post reports.

Sims had three receptions for five yards and returned three kickoffs for 63 yards in Sunday's loss to the 49ers, but he apparently sustained the toe injury at some point. The 22-year-old will likely need to progress to limited participation in order to have a legitimate chance of suiting up Thursday against the VIkings.

Thielen (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant in Monday's practice estimation.

The Vikings didn't hold a practice the day after a game, but Thielen would've watched from the sidelines. This isn't necessarily surprising since he didn't return to Sunday's win against the Lions after injuring his right hamstring. It's unlikely he recovers in time for Thursday's game against the Redskins, and that's supported by Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, who reported earlier Monday that Thielen already is targeting a Week 9 return. Rookie wideout Bisi Johnson along with tight ends Kyle Rudolph and Irv Smith Jr. figure to be in line for additional opportunities if Thielen ultimately is inactive.

Pettis was unable to haul in either of his targets in Sunday's 9-0 win over Washington.

Pettis led all receivers with 59 offensive snaps (92 percent), but his production was hampered by treacherous conditions. The 23-year-old continues to start for the 49ers, even if his stat lines suggest otherwise. San Francisco has been committed to establishing the run first, and when it goes to the air, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has shown to spread the targets evenly behind star tight end George Kittle. It will be tough to trust Pettis against Carolina's top-10 passing defense Sunday.

Grant was not targeted during Sunday's loss to the Bills.

Grant played seven snaps on offense. He also played seven snaps on special teams but didn't attempt either a kick or punt return. At this point in time, Grant doesn't appear to be operating as more than a depth receiver in Miami's offense.

Ateman caught his lone target for 36 receiving yards in Sunday's 42-24 loss to the Packers.

Ateman logged 23-plus offensive snaps for the second straight game with fellow receivers Tyrell Williams (foot), Dwayne Harris (ankle) and Zay Jones (coach's decision) all sidelined, but Ateman has recorded just one total reception during this span of increased opportunity. Williams' plantar fasciitis may keep him out in Week 8 against the Texans as well, which could lend Ateman additional chances to prove his worthiness of a roster spot in Oakland moving forward.

James hauled in his lone target for 40 yards in Sunday's 9-0 win over the Redskins.

James saw a season-high 50 percent of the offensive snaps after Marquise Goodwin (head) was limited to just seven such plays. The 24-year-old received just one target in sloppy conditions, but he made it count by recording the longest offensive play of the game. Goodwin was cleared to return before the contest concluded, so James figures to slot back into a reserve/return role against Carolina in Week 8.

Cain got the start at receiver opposite T.Y. Hilton in Sunday's win over Houston, but did not have a target.

Cain continues to get plenty of snaps but few targets in the Indy offense. He's played 42 percent or more of the offense's snaps in each of the past five games, but has just two receptions and 10 targets over that span. Until he starts getting the ball thrown his way, he's not a viable option in any fantasy format despite his nominal status as a starter.

Renfrow caught two of three targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 42-24 loss to the Packers.

Starting receiver Tyrell Williams' (foot) multi-week absence has not resulted in much of a benefit for Renfrow's production, as the slot man has accounted for just 26 total receiving yards on three catches over the Raiders' past two games. Tight end Darren Waller has been the most consistent pass catcher in Oakland, while Trevor Davis has earned at least 50 offensive snaps in consecutive tilts.