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Noel recorded two catches for 53 yards and three kickoff returns for 70 yards in Sunday's 36-31 loss to the Bills.

The wide receiver played on 24 of 79 offensive snaps and six more on special teams. Nico Collins, Xavier Hutchinson and Kayshon Boutte all played on more offensive snaps for the Texans. Noel, though, seems secure in his role as kick and punt returner, as he also had a fair catch on a punt during the defeat.

Palmer caught one of his two targets for a 34-yard touchdown in Sunday's 36-31 win over the Texans.

Palmer's only targets in Week 1 came on the last two offensive plays of the game for the Bills. Josh Allen missed the wide receiver on a deep ball he couldn't quite react to before delivering a laser between Kamari Lassiter and Calen Bullock to Palmer for what ended up being the game-winning touchdown. Palmer's 18 offensive snaps prove the wide receiver has some week-to-week upside despite not being a primary option in Buffalo's offense.

Jennings did not bring in his lone target during the Vikings' 39-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Kyler Murray's first pass attempt of the game was to Jennings, resulting in a Keisean Nixon interception that led to a 59-yard field goal from Trey Smack six plays later. Jennings didn't see another pass the rest of the way, even after Carson Wentz took over as the Vikings' QB for Murray after the latter left the game due to a concussion. Jennings' 31 snaps on offense were third most among wide receivers behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, but the lack of offensive output from Jennings was disappointing given the solid production he had with the 49ers in 2024 and 2025. He'll look for better results in the Vikings' Week 2 clash Sept. 20 against a Bears defense that gave up 361 passing yards to Bryce Young in a 59-37 Week 1 win.

TeSlaa failed to haul in his only target during Detroit's overtime win over the Saints on Sunday.

TeSlaa played 52 of the team's 77 offensive snaps but was still the only Lions player who didn't record any receptions, among those who were targeted. The 2025 third-round pick had a promising rookie campaign, catching 16 passes for 239 yards and six touchdowns despite limited usage, but he is coming off a disappointing training camp. TeSlaa will look to improve upon his performance during the Week 2 matchup against the Bills.

Legette failed to haul in either of his targets and returned two kickoffs for 51 yards during Carolina's loss to the Bears on Sunday.

Legette had a quiet outing despite playing 36 of the team's 68 snaps. The 2024 first-round pick will look to be more involved offensively during next week's game against the Falcons but will most likely continue to see the majority of his production come on special teams unless either Tetairoa McMillan or Jalen Coker is forced to miss time.

Bech caught three of four targets for 23 yards and a touchdown Sunday in a 27-13 win over Miami.

Bech logged just 27 of Las Vegas' 68 offensive snaps, but his 3-23-1 line on four targets was very similar to that of fellow wideouts Tre Tucker (3-27-0 on four targets) and Jalen Nailor (3-27-0 on five targets). Bech had by far the biggest impact, however, thanks to his 15-yard TD reception in the first quarter. QB Kirk Cousins leaned the most on running back Ashton Jeanty (6-45-2 line on six targets) and tight end Michael Mayer (6-32-0 on seven targets) through the air, but his near-even distribution of targets among the team's wideouts is a good sign for Bech's potential to grow within the offense. The Raiders' WR corps doesn't have a clear-cut No. 1 option, so Bech has a chance to push for an increased role with a strong start to the campaign.

Benson caught one pass (on two targets) for six yards while taking his lone carry for minus-8 yards during the Raiders' 27-13 win over the Dolphins on Sunday. He also returned two punts for 35 yards.

Benson caught a six-yard pass from Kirk Cousins in what was the former's first NFL catch, though he lost eight yards on a double reverse that the Dolphins defense snuffed out. Benson's seven snaps on offense were the fewest among Raiders wide receivers Sunday, and even with Brock Bowers (knee) sidelined, the rookie sixth-rounder figures to be an afterthought in Las Vegas' offense, though he'll have the opportunity to make plays on special teams as a punt returner.

Nailor caught three passes (on five targets) for 27 yards during the Raiders' 27-13 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Nailor ended up leading all Raiders wide receivers in targets, though he finished third in that category behind Michael Mayer (seven) and running back Ashton Jeanty (six). Even with Brock Bowers (knee) sidelined, it looks like Nailor will operate in a complementary role in the Raiders offense, especially in games where Jeanty gets it going as he did against Miami. Nailor will look for better results Week 2 on the road against the Chargers.

Walker caught his only target for a one-yard touchdown during Sunday's 59-37 win over the Panthers.

Walker made the most of his only touch on offense, reeling in a pass from Caleb Williams for a one-yard score late in the fourth quarter. The wide receiver was on the field for 34 of the team's 75 total offensive snaps, and he added two tackles while playing 16 snaps with the special-teams unit in the contest.

Coleman failed to bring in either of his two targets during Sunday's 27-13 loss to Las Vegas.

Malik Willis missed on both of his pass attempts to Coleman late in the fourth quarter. Coleman's 16 snaps on offense were fourth most among Dolphins wide receivers, and the rookie fifth-rounder figures to operate in a rotational role on offense behind Malik Washington, Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell. Coleman will look to record his first NFL catch in a Week 2 tilt against the 49ers on Sept. 20.