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Isaac TeSlaa WR | DET
Lions' Isaac TeSlaa: Role will increase
Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday that the team plans for TeSlaa, who played just three offensive snaps during Sunday's 27-13 loss to the Packers, to get more opportunities going forward, Tim Twentyman of the team's official site reports.
TeSlaa flashed in his limited opportunities Week 1, scoring a highlight reel 13-yard touchdown on his lone target with 55 seconds left in the loss. Campbell indicated that part of the reason for TeSlaa's low snap count can be attributed to the illness that limited his practice activity heading into the matchup against Green Bay. The rookie third-rounder figures to see increased playing time immediately Week 2 against the Bears, though it could take time before he's given a true opportunity to surpass Kalif Raymond as the No. 3 receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.
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Xavier Worthy WR | KC
Chiefs' Xavier Worthy: Taking it day by day with shoulder
Coach Andy Reid said Monday the team is taking it "day by day" with Worthy's dislocated shoulder, Pete Sweeney of The Kansas City Star reports.
"I know Xavier's the big question, and he's rehabbing and working his shoulder," Reid said. "We'll just see where it goes day by day here - see where we end up." Reid was careful with his words, refusing to commit to a firm timetable for the second-year receiver. For what it's worth, Adam Schefter of ESPN said Monday that Worthy is likely to miss some time. Fantasy players will need to closely monitor Worthy's practice habits in the coming days and weeks. If Worthy is unable to play Week 2, Kansas City likely will roll with Hollywood Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Tyquan Thornton as its top three receivers versus Philadelphia.
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Pat Bryant WR | DEN
Broncos' Pat Bryant: Non-factor in debut
Bryant failed to record a target in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Titans.
Bryant played just four of the Broncos' 76 offensive snaps Sunday, the fewest of any offensive player. The rookie was the only wideout who saw action on offense that wasn't targeted in the contest. Despite his limited usage behind fellow receivers Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin, Marvin Mims and Trent Sherfield, it's reasonable to think that Bryant will be eased into more playing time as the season progresses. For now, it appears his more experienced teammates will handle the majority of opportunities in the passing game. The 22-year-old Illinois product will look to get involved in a Week 2 matchup with the Colts, especially if quarterback Bo Nix continues to spread the ball around as he did on Sunday, targeting 11 different pass catchers.
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Dontayvion Wicks WR | PHI
Packers' Dontayvion Wicks: Makes two receptions
Wicks was targeted twice and caught two passes for 30 yards in Sunday's 27-13 victory over the Lions.
A calf injury left Wicks uncertain for Week 1, but he suited up for the season opener and worked as a reserve wideout. He could get a bit more involved after averaging 4.5 targets per game a season ago, but even with Christian Watson (knee) sidelined he seemingly remains the fourth option among Packers receivers behind the trio of Jayden Reed, Matthew Golden and Romeo Doubs.
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Savion Williams WR | GB
Packers' Savion Williams: Works as kick returner
Williams caught one pass for two yards and returned two kicks for 39 yards in Sunday's 27-13 victory over the Lions.
Williams -- a third-round pick in this year's NFL Draft -- played only three snaps on offense after missing a couple weeks of action with a hamstring injury, but he did get an opportunity to contribute on special teams in his professional debut. He could get more involved as the season wears on, but he will have his work cut out for him with quality depth in Green Bay's wide receiver room.
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Xavier Worthy WR | KC
Chiefs' Xavier Worthy: Likely to miss time
Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN stated Worthy (shoulder) will probably miss a little bit of time and be viewed as week-to-week.
Worthy suffered a dislocated shoulder three snaps into Friday night's eventual loss to the Chargers when he and Travis Kelce collided over the middle of the field. It's now sounding like Worthy is going to miss time, perhaps multiple games with that week-to-week outlook. With Worthy missing most of Week 1 and Rashee Rice serving his six-game suspension to open the season, Hollywood Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Tyquan Thornton paced the Chiefs' wide receivers in playing time. Brown was particularly involved, turning 16 targets into a 10-99-0 line.
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David Sills WR | TB
Falcons' David Sills: Sees two snaps in opener
Sills played two offensive snaps during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers.
Sills initially made the Falcons' first 53-man roster but was cut a week later. Atlanta then re-signed him to the practice squad and elevated him for the regular-season opener due to Darnell Mooney (shoulder) being inactive. However, Sills was still a non-factor offensively. Drake London (shoulder) and Jamal Agnew (groin) suffered injuries during the opener, so Sills could be elevated again in Week 2 if Atlanta's wideout room isn't at full strength.
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Khadarel Hodge WR | SF
Falcons' KhaDarel Hodge: Fails to grab lone target
Hodge finished with zero catches on one target during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers.
Even with Darnell Mooney (shoulder) inactive, Hodge played only eight offensive snaps. Drake London (shoulder) suffered an injury on Atlanta's final drive but is considered day-to-day. If Mooney and London are sidelined for Week 2, Hodge could see a boost in offensive responsibilities, but he'd still be behind Ray-Ray McCloud and Casey Washington.
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Casey Washington WR | CAR
Falcons' Casey Washington: Sees six targets in opener
Washington caught three of six targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers.
Darnell Mooney (shoulder) was inactive, plus Drake London (shoulder) and Jamal Agnew (groin) both suffered injuries during the opener. London's injury came during Atlanta's final drive, while Agnew didn't see any offensive snaps before exiting, so the in-game injuries didn't boost Washington's role. However, Mooney's absence likely meant more action for Washington. He started opposite London, played 94 percent of the team's offensive snaps and finished fourth on the team in targets behind London (15), Kyle Pitts (8) and Bijan Robinson (7). Ray-Ray McCloud is Atlanta's primary slot WR, so Washington would be the No. 4 WR if London and Mooney are healthy for Week 2.
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Ben Skowronek WR | PIT
Steelers' Ben Skowronek: Scores touchdown in Week 1 victory
Skowronek secured his lone target for a 22-yard touchdown in Sunday's 34-32 win over the Jets.
Although Skowronek played just 10 offensive snaps during Sunday's regular-season opener, Aaron Rodgers found him late in the first quarter for the team's first touchdown of the year. It was encouraging to see Skowronek reach the end zone to open the regular season, but he'll likely have to compete with Roman Wilson and Scotty Miller for playing time behind DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin as the season progresses.