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Parham is expected to see a bigger role in the offense entering the new season, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

Parham thus far has been one of the early standouts through training camp, flashing his athleticism after the catch while also improving as a blocker. The latter will be the key to additional reps for Parham considering the Chargers figure to use veteran tight end Jared Cook almost exclusively as a receiving threat. The 6-foot-8 former XFL tight end already was considered a favorite red-zone threat of quarterback Justin Herbert's, so any sort of additional playing time should only benefit Parham given the obvious rapport with his star QB.

Brown is still feeling the effects of coronavirus and subsequent side effects from the vaccine after contracting the virus last month, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Brown, who entered camp on the reserve/COVID-19 list, was activated last Tuesday and is working his way back to full health. The 6-foot-6, 258-pounder is the biggest tight end on the roster, and he could be a force near the goal line and as a blocker. Although he's still not in optimal shape, Brown did make a nice play in Saturday night's practice session, catching a red-zone pass from Tyrod Taylor for a touchdown.

Dafney (knee) has been activated from the PUP list and is practicing Monday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Dafney began training camp on the PUP list, but he's now passed his physical. The 24-year-old tight end is likely competing for a roster spot, so he could have some ground to make up at practice.

The Panthers activated Sullivan (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Sullivan can attend team activities now that he's fully cleared the league's COVID protocols. The 2020 seventh-round pick, who appeared in one game with the Seahawks as a rookie, is vying for a depth role with the Panthers.

Arnold has been one of the standout performers in Panthers training camp, Joseph Person of The Athletic reports.

Arnold reportedly has 'caught everything thrown to him' as he rejoins Carolina's offensive coordinator Joe Brady after previously spending time with him in New Orleans. The 6-foot-6, 240-pounder signed with the Panthers this offseason after a career-best campaign with the Cardinals last year, and although his blocking can stand to improve, his familiarity and pass-catching prowess could add an extra dimension to Brady's scheme. Overall, that makes Arnold a worthwhile option to monitor in the buildup to the regular season.

Henry's shoulder injury is painful, but the Patriots are optimistic an MRI won't reveal anything serious, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

The report adds that Henry could miss some time this preseason even if the MRI brings good news. He was removed from Sunday's practice with an apparent shoulder injury and now seems highly unlikely to suit up for Thursday's exhibition opener against Washington.

Bryant caught a 39-yard pass from Case Keenum during Cleveland's two-minute drill practice session Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Cleveland's second-team offense had a banner day against the first-team defense in the two-minute drills, largely due to their tight ends. Bryant, who had multiple touchdown catches during the entire practice session, caught his two-minute drill TD on a post route, then David Njoku leapt for a one-yard touchdown grab on a fade route. It was a look into the riches the Browns have at tight end, as both Bryant and Njoku are behind starter Austin Hooper.

Hooper dropped at least three passes during Cleveland's two-minute drills Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Quarterback Baker Mayfield was unable to score points on two drives with the first-team offense against the second-team defense, partly due to Hooper's inability to hold on to passes. Hooper also had a pass broken up in 1-on-1 drills by a third-string cornerback. The Mayfield-Hooper combination worked out together during the offseason, and their chemistry should improve. Hooper remains the top tight end, ahead of David Njoku and Harrison Bryant.

Ertz has outplayed Dallas Goedert thus far in camp, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Even though expectations were that Ertz would be on another team by now, the 30-year-old showed up this preseason ready to go and has been making enough plays in practice to be considered one of the five best skill-position players on the roster. If he remains with the Eagles, he may force coach Nick Sirianni to get him the ball at the expense of Goedert. At the very least, the nine-year vet is showing that he's ready to rebound from a tough showing in 2020, no matter what team he's on.

Henry appeared to tweak his shoulder during Sunday's practice, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Cox notes that the tight end was checked out by head trainer Jim Whalen afterward. For now, consider Henry day-to-day in advance of Thursday's preseason opener against Washington. When healthy, Henry and Jonnu Smith are set to serve as a talented one-two punch in an offense that could use plenty of multi-TE formations this coming season.