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McKitty did not catch his only target in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Broncos.

This is only the second time McKitty has been targeted all season as he did not play the first six games. The third-string tight end picked up seven yards in last week's game, catching his only target this year. The rookie has been splitting time with Stephen Anderson, with both Jared Cook and Donald Parham far exceeding the aforementioned duo's playing time.

Parham tallied one reception for five yards during Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Broncos.

Parham averages less than two targets per game but has totaled three touchdowns this season. The second-string tight end has seen 39 percent of offensive snaps over the year. Parham doesn't get enough playing time to be a critical target for Justin Herbert, so his fantasy value is touchdown dependent.

Uzomah had three catches for nine yards on three targets in Sunday's win over the Steelers.

Volume has been a problem for all of the Bengals' pass-catchers the last two weeks, with the Bengals placing such a heavy emphasis on the running game. That issue is even more acute for Uzomah, who doesn't get much of a target share to begin with. He's like many tight ends in that he's touchdown-dependent for his value - Uzomah has exceeded 35 receiving yards only twice all season.

Freiermuth is in the concussion protocol, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Freiermuth was examined for a head injury in the aftermath of Sunday's 41-10 loss at Cincinnati after hauling in all four of his targets for 40 yards and one touchdown. He'll need to clear league protocols in order to be available for game action, but getting back on the practice field quickly would be an indication that Freiermuth is making progress. With Eric Ebron (knee) on injured reserve, Zach Gentry and Kevin Rader currently are the healthiest tight ends on the Steelers' active roster.

Moreau caught one of five targets for three yards in the Raiders' 36-33 overtime victory over the Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day.

Moreau played a season-high 77 offensive snaps against Dallas as No. 1 tight end Darren Waller exited the contest with a knee injury. The latter is now considered week-to-week, so Moreau could be in line for a significant role against Washington in Week 13. When Waller missed the Raiders' Week 7 tilt versus the Eagles, Moreau was able to capitalize with six catches on as many targets for 60 yards and a touchdown.

Goedert caught one of his three targets for no yards in Sunday's 13-7 loss to the Giants.

It seems the Giants' game plan in defending the passing game was centered around shutting down the Eagles' top two pass catchers in Goedert and DeVonta Smith while forcing someone else to make plays. The strategy worked to perfection, shutting the tight end down completely and limiting Smith to just 22 yards on two catches. The 26-year-old should be a good bet to bounce back against the Jets in Week 13.

Thomas caught three of six targets for 31 yards in Monday night's 17-15 win over the Seahawks.

Thomas made his return after missing six games due to a right hamstring injury. In his first action since Week 3, Thomas trailed only top wideout Terry McLaurin in targets. Thomas also narrowly missed out on a touchdown, having what was initially ruled a three-yard score overturned late in the fourth quarter. The tight end will aim to build on Monday's performance in Week 13 versus the Raiders.

Everett caught five of nine targets for 37 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 17-15 loss to Washington.

Everett opened the scoring for Seattle with a six-yard touchdown to end the first quarter, marking his first end-zone trip since Week 1. The tight end then proceeded to lead his team in targets while tying for the most receptions, making for a busy evening. Despite the Seahawks' recent offensive struggles, Everett has now hauled in at least three passes in three straight games, giving him modest individual momentum ahead of Week 13's matchup versus the 49ers.

Coach Robert Saleh announced on Monday that Wesco (ankle) is expected to miss 2-to-4 weeks.

Wesco has caught passes in just one of his 10 games played this season. Kenny Yeboah could step up as the Jets' No. 2 tight end behind Ryan Griffin if Tyler Kroft (chest) is unable to return from injured reserve before Sunday's matchup against the Eagles.

Seals-Jones (hip) is inactive for Monday's game against the Seahawks.

Since leaving a Week 10 matchup with the Buccaneers, Seals-Jones has been unable to practice due to a hip injury. He'll miss his second game as a result, but Washington is welcoming back Logan Thomas (hamstring) for the first time since Week 4. Thomas, rookie fourth-rounder John Bates and Sammis Reyes will man tight end for as long as Seals-Jones is sidelined.