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Conklin caught seven of eight targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-17 win over the Seahawks.

After two quiet performances to begin the season, Conklin broke out in a big way Sunday, catching the first of Kirk Cousins' three TD passes on a seven-yard strike in the first quarter. The tight end is well behind Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen in the pecking order when it comes to the Minnesota passing game, but he appears to be firmly entrenched at the top of the depth chart at his own position heading into a Week 4 tilt against the Browns.

Everett caught all five of his targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 30-17 loss to the Vikings.

After managing only three catches for 23 yards on four targets through his first two games as a Seahawk -- albeit with a touchdown -- Everett was more involved as a receiver in Minnesota. DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett are entrenched as Russell Wilson's top options, but the tight end could emerge as a reliable No. 3 target for Seattle. The 1-2 squad will face another test in Week 4 on the road against the 49ers.

Kittle hauled in seven passes (nine targets) for 92 yards in Sunday's 30-28 loss to Green Bay.

Kittle was finally utilized as the team's best offensive weapon, nearly matching his yardage output from the first two games combined. While the star tight end still couldn't find the end zone, he was able to rip off one of his signature catch-and-rumbles to help preserve an impressive fourth-quarter comeback that ultimately fell short. The 49ers' banged-up secondary will face off against another elite quarterback in Russell Wilson and the Seahawks next Sunday, so the team may have to utilize Kittle's receiving prowess to stay competitive again.

Waller caught five of seven targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win over the Dolphins.

The tight end was just one of the boys in this one, as six different Raiders saw between five and seven targets and caught between three and five passes. Derek Carr's success spreading the ball around has capped Waller's production in consecutive games, but he remains one of the top options -- if not the No. 1 option -- in what has been a dynamic Las Vegas passing attack so far in 2021. Waller's weekly ceiling remains sky high heading into a Week 4 clash with the Chargers.

Gesicki caught 10 of 12 targets for 86 yards in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Raiders.

The tight end finished second on the Dolphins to Jaylen Waddle in catches and targets, but he outpaced the rookie by nearly 30 yards to lead the team. With backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett showing little ability to stretch the field, Gesicki could be in line for a big uptick in his volume and production as long as Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) remains sidelined, including Week 4 at home against the Colts.

Higbee recorded five receptions on five targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's Week 3 win over Tampa Bay.

Higbee rebounded after earning only one target Week 2 and continued to operate very efficiently. Through three weeks, he's converted 11 of his 12 targets into receptions while averaging 9.7 yards per target. Higbee's primary contribution Week 3 came on a six-yard touchdown reception, which was the opening score of the game. He also chipped in catches that went for 11 and 12 yards. In Week 4, Higbee and the Rams will take on the Cardinals in what could be a fast-paced contest.

Hockenson caught two of two targets for 10 yards during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Ravens.

After totaling 20 targets over the first two weeks of the season, Hockenson saw just two passes sent his way as the Ravens took away one of Jared Goff's safety valves. However, thanks in part to a surprising showing from the subpar Detroit defense, Goff also attempted just 30 passes after throwing 93 over the first two outings. With Goff more likely than not to attempt more throws than that in a given game, there should be plenty of better days ahead for Hockenson and his fantasy investors.

Kroft sustained a rib injury rather than a chest injury in Sunday's loss to the Broncos, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Either way, the starting tight end was ruled out after catching two passes for 12 yards. Kroft will try to heal up in time to face the Titans in Week 4, and Ryan Griffin would likely get the start at tight end should Kroft sit.

Thomas brought in all four targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Washington's 43-21 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

Thomas co-led the team in receptions alongside Terry McLaurin and took his fantasy performance up a notch with a garbage-time two-yard touchdown grab late in the fourth quarter. The veteran tight end thus far has shown solid chemistry with Taylor Heinicke through the signal-caller's two-plus games under center, and he's produced a 9-87 line with Sunday's score over the last two games. Thomas will look to continue ascending in a Week 4 matchup versus the Falcons on the road.

Deguara (concussion) is active for Sunday's game at San Francisco, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Deguara completed the concussion protocol late in the week, while the Packers placed fellow tight end Dominique Dafney (hip) on injured reserve Saturday. With Dafney out for at least three contests, Deguara will join Robert Tonyan and Marcedes Lewis as the team's top three TEs for the foreseeable future. In three career appearances, Deguara has earned just 36 offensive snaps en route to one catch (on two targets) for 12 yards.