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Firkser reverted to the Falcons' practice squad Monday after being elevated for the team's season opener Sunday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Firkser chipped in with one catch for six yards over three offensive snaps played for Atlanta on Sunday. The 27-year-old will now be available for two more elevations from the practice squad before the Falcons would have to sign him to the active roster moving forward.

Kroft caught one of two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 19-10 loss at Chicago.

With star tight end George Kittle (groin) unable to suit up, Kroft got the start and led all tight ends with 37 offensive snaps (68 total available). The 29-year-old spent most of his time blocking, and the same should be expected if Kittle can't go against the Seahawks on Sunday.

Dwelley caught one of two targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 19-10 loss to Chicago.

With George Kittle (groin) missing the season opener, Tyler Kroft got the start at tight end (one catch for nine yards) and Dwelley backed him up. Neither player made a fantasy impact, and that should remain the same even if Kittle is unable to suit up for a Week 2 matchup against Seattle.

Smythe secured one of two targets for 14 yards during Sunday's 20-9 win over the Patriots.

Smythe handled 63 percent of Miami's offensive snaps and saw two more targets than last year's top tight end Mike Gesicki, perhaps solidifying concerns that coach Mike McDaniel's scheme would focus on utilizing the position for more run blocking. Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle are the clear top options in the passing game, and Gesicki should still hold more fantasy value than Smythe going forward.

Hill ran four times for 81 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for two yards during Sunday's 27-26 win over the Falcons.

Hill's first touch of the game came on the Saints' second offensive drive and went for 57 yards. Two plays later, he finished the job with an 11-yard touchdown run. The do-it-all weapon got a chance to be the Saints' starting quarterback last year, but with Jameis Winston back to full strength, he's been relegated to his change-of-pace role, which may be what suits his skill set best.

Gesicki secured his only target for one yard during Sunday's 20-7 win over the Patriots.

Gesicki was barely involved as a route runner and only received one look from Tua Tagovailoa in his first game under new head coach Mike McDaniel, an outcome that portends poorly for his rest-of-season prospects. Barring an unforeseen changeup in Miami's offensive game plan, Gesicki no longer may fall within the category of tight ends boasting weekly fantasy upside, barring multi-TE formats. At the very least, fantasy managers will need to see some production from Gesicki before leaning on him in start-sit decisions.

Parham (hamstring) is listed as a non-participant on the Chargers' estimated practice report Monday.

Parham was inactive for Week 1 against the Raiders and likely will be a long shot to play in Thursday's matchup with the Chiefs after being labeled as a DNP on Monday. If Parham is sidelined again, expect Tre' McKitty to operate as the primary backup to Gerald Everett, who shined during his Chargers debut.

Andrews caught five passes for 52 yards Sunday against the Jets.

The star tight end played the most snaps of any Baltimore skill-position player, but it was the receivers that provided much of the fantasy production with Devin Duvernay and Rashod Bateman combining for over 100 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Andrews nonetheless was solid, reeling in five of his team-leading seven targets. Though Andrews' yardage output wasn't gaudy and he didn't find the end zone Week 1, his usage still was promising. He'll face the Miami secondary Week 2 in Baltimore's home opener.

Swaim caught three of four targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 21-20 loss to the Giants.

Swaim played five more snaps than Austin Hooper, who finished with just one catch for six yards on two targets. After the game, coach Mike Vrabel said Swaim earned his large role on offense due to the fact that "he's the best blocking tight end we have," per Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site. Swaim finished last season with 32 receptions, 210 yards and three scores across 16 appearances. He's never been a prolific pass catcher, but it appears he's carved out a major role in Tennessee's offense, which doesn't bode well for Hooper's fantasy success moving forward.

Mundt had three receptions for 17 yards on three targets in Sunday's win over Green Bay. He started at tight end with Irv Smith coming off the bench because Smith was eased into action, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

It was Mundt's fourth career start, but he could see a reduced role if Smith returns to full speed Week 2. However, there's no guarantee Smith will get back to his prior form after missing 2021 with a knee injury and working his way back from an Aug. 2 thumb issue that required surgery.