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Granson did not have a target and played just seven snaps on offense in Sunday's loss to Seattle.

Despite some reports from the preseason that he could be featured in the passing game, Granson went out for a pass on just two plays. He's a distant third option at tight end behind Mo Alie-Cox and Jack Doyle. The fourth-round 2021 draft pick is a work in progress who could move into a larger role later this season.

Alie-Cox did not have a reception on two targets in Sunday's loss to Seattle.

Jack Doyle started at tight end and played 45 snaps compared to 39 snaps for Alie-Cox. Doyle went out for a pass on 24 snaps, and Alie-Cox went out for a pass on 20 snaps. It looks like both will split the targets and playing time at tight end. Kyle Granson was a non-factor with just seven snaps on offense and no targets. Alie-Cox could take over the bulk of targets at tight end and emerge as a red-zone option, but the Indy offense looks set to spread the ball among a deep receiving corps even with the change at quarterback to Carson Wentz.

Engram (calf) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

The Giants just held a walkthrough Monday, but Engram would not have been able to participate had they held a practice. With a short turnaround before Thursday's game against Washington, Engram looks likely to miss a second consecutive contest to open the season, though he's yet to be ruled out at this point.

Manhertz caught his only target for a 22-yard touchdown during Sunday's 37-21 loss to Texans.

The 29-year-old was expected to begin the season as the starting tight end after inking a two-year, $6.65 million deal in the offseason, but James O'Shaughnessy ended up receiving the nod. Manhertz played only 35 percent of the offensive snaps, but he still was able to secure the second touchdown of his career. He won't have much relevance in fantasy even if he takes over the starting role given the lack of receiving production throughout his career as he continues to work mostly as a blocker.

Hurst caught four of eight targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 32-6 loss to the Eagles.

Hurst posted a similar stat line to rookie fourth overall pick Kyle Pitts, despite significantly less volume, as Pitts finished with four catches for 31 yards on eight targets in his NFL debut. Atlanta frequently employed two tight ends in the formation, as both Hurst (43 of 72) and Pitts (49 of 72) were on the field for at least 60 percent of the team's offensive snaps, suggesting there's a role for both guys in the offense moving forward.

Ertz (hamstring) is still being evaluated, but coach Nick Siriani was encouraged by Ertz's ability to return to Sunday's win over Atlanta, Eliot Shorr-Parks of 94WIP.com reports.

Ertz caught both of his targets for 34 yards in the 32-6 victory. His practice participation ahead of Philadelphia's Week 2 matchup with the 49ers could be impacted by this injury, but Ertz seems unlikely to miss any game action barring a setback.

Lewis was targeted once and caught the pass for 19 yards in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Saints.

Lewis was credited with a start Sunday, but he wound up spending only 15 plays on the field and drawing no more than the lone target. He caught just 10 passes last season and 28 over the last three, so it's unlikely he'll make any sort of regular impact in fantasy leagues.

Hill completed his only pass for three yards while rushing twice for one yard during Sunday's 38-3 win over the Packers.

Jameis Winston handled the vast majority of playing time while Hill mixed in sporadically, converting two third downs before getting stuffed at the goal line on a designed run. While he was largely effective within his gadget role in reality, Hill didn't see nearly enough playing time to even warrant consideration in two-quarterback fantasy leagues. Given the success of Winston in the season opener, it seems unlikely that will change anytime soon.

Henry was on the field for 54 of a possible 75 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Meanwhile, Jonnu Smith logged 55 snaps, as the Patriots predictably featured their share of two-TE sets Week 1. In the process, Henry hauled in all three of his targets for 31 yards, while Smith ended up catching all five of his targets for 42 yards, while fumbling once (recovered). As long as both players are available, their weekly target volume will fluctuate, but on the plus side the duo does seem destined for steady playing time this season.

Smith logged 55 of a possible 75 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Meanwhile, Hunter Henry was on the field for 54 snaps, with the Patriots, as expected, featuring their share of two-TE sets Week 1. Smith ended up catching all five of his targets for 42 yards, while fumbling once (recovered), with Henry hauling in all three of his targets for 31 yards. As long as both Smith and Henry are available, their weekly target volume will be tough to predict, but it does at least seem that steady playing time is on tap for the duo.