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Bech caught his only target for 23 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Patriots.

Bech logged only four offensive snaps behind fellow receivers Jakobi Meyers, Tre Tucker and Dont'e Thornton, but the 2025 second-round TCU product did catch a 23-yard pass on the Raiders' second drive of the contest to get into the box score early. Although Bech looks to be confirmed as the team's WR4 to begin his career, additional snaps could become available against the Chargers in Week 2 if tight end Brock Bowers (knee) is unable to play.

Thornton caught two of four targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Patriots.

As expected, Thornton played ahead of fellow rookie Jack Bech in the WR3 role behind Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker, with Thornton even producing a timely 36-yard reception when the Raiders were facing a crucial third-and-20 from their own 25-yard line late in the fourth quarter. Thornton ultimately played 38 of a possible 63 offensive snaps in his NFL debut, but his involvement could increase against the Chargers in Week 2 if All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers (knee) is sidelined.

Tucker caught two of three targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Patriots. He also returned one punt for 13 yards.

Tucker was one of four Raiders to average more than 20.0 yards per reception during quarterback Geno Smith's first game with Las Vegas on Sunday, and Tucker's performance was highlighted by a 26-yard touchdown catch on the opening possession. Working as the WR2 behind Jakobi Meyers with Amari Cooper electing to retire just before the start of the season, Tucker ultimately played 57 of a possible 63 offensive snaps. Additional targets could be up for grabs if tight end Brock Bowers (knee) were to miss any time.

Miller failed to bring in his only target in the Buccaneers' 23-20 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

The reserve wideout logged just nine snaps, placing him ahead of only Tez Johnson (eight snaps) and Kameron Johnson (one snaps) in terms of the Bucs' wide receivers. Miller has sure hands and has proven a savvy route runner in the past, but he'd need multiple injuries in front of him to garner any fantasy relevance.

Johnson failed to bring in his only target during the Buccaneers' 23-20 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

Johnson logged a scant eight snaps from scrimmage despite being listed as the No. 3 receiver on the depth chart to open the season. Sterling Shepard logged 37 snaps and finished tied for second in targets, so Johnson appears to be behind his veteran teammate in the pecking order going into a Week 2 Monday night road matchup against the Texans.

Patrick didn't receive a target during Sunday's 26-10 win against the Panthers.

The 31-year-old was acquired by the Jaguars in late August and played seven offensive snaps in his team debut, which ranked fifth among Jacksonville's wideouts. Patrick delivered back-to-back seasons of 700-plus receiving yards with Denver in 2020 and 2021, but after a couple lost seasons due to injuries, he had a lesser role in Detroit last year and appears poised to work as more of a reserve wideout for Jacksonville in 2025.

Shepard brought in three of six targets for 39 yards in the Buccaneers' 23-20 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

The veteran receiver flashed his chemistry with college teammate Baker Mayfield on a few occasions, and Shepard actually finished second on the Bucs in targets for the afternoon. Shepard's final catch was the most important, as he made a clutch 10-yard grab on third-and-9 during what would turn out to be the game-winning drive. Given the short-handed nature of Tampa Bay's receiving corps for the moment, Shepard has some appeal in deep formats as the current No. 3 receiver -- he logged 37 snaps to Tez Johnson's eight Sunday -- in an offense helmed by a quarterback with whom he has long-established rapport.

Washington didn't receive a target and returned one punt for seven yards during Sunday's 26-10 win against the Panthers.

The 2023 sixth-round pick played 17 of 66 offensive snaps but wasn't involved in the passing game in the season opener. Washington took a step forward in 2024 with 32 catches for 390 yards and three touchdowns, but he isn't likely to deliver much production this year while working as Jacksonville's No. 4 wideout behind Brian Thomas, Travis Hunter and Dyami Brown.

Brown caught three of four targets for 52 yards and rushed twice for six yards during Sunday's 26-10 win over the Panthers.

The 25-year-old worked as Jacksonville's No. 3 wideout behind Travis Hunter and Brian Thomas and tied for third on the team in targets and receptions while finishing second in receiving yards. Brown joined the Jaguars on a one-year, $10 million deal in March after breaking out in the 2024 playoffs for the Commanders, and he should have a decent chance at a career year in 2025 after posting career highs with 30 receptions and 308 yards last season. That doesn't necessarily mean he'll have much fantasy relevance while operating as Jacksonville's No. 3 wide receiver, however.

Zaccheaus caught four of seven targets for 42 yards in Monday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

Zaccheaus finished second on the team in both receiving yards and targets, trailing DJ Moore and Rome Odunze, respectively. Rookie second-round pick Luther Burden could eventually take on a larger role, but at least early in the season, Zaccheaus has the clear edge for the No. 3 wide receiver role in Chicago, as Burden had just one catch for minus-3 yards Monday. Zaccheaus will look to build on this promising Bears debut Week 2 against the Lions.