NFL Player News

Coach Robert Saleh said Friday that Yeboah will be elevated from the practice squad for Sunday's contest against the Falcons, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

Yeboah will get a chance to make his NFL debut after Tyler Kroft (back) was ruled out for Week 5. The Ole Miss product had a strong finish to the preseason, catching four passes for 100 yards and two touchdowns -- including a 49-yard Hail Mary score -- during the Jets' final exhibition contest. Despite the preseason heroics, the 22-year-old will likely have a very limited role against Atlanta on Sunday.

Parkinson caught one pass (two targets) for one yard in Thursday's 26-17 loss to the Rams.

Parkinson logged 35 of 65 offensive snaps with Gerald Everett (COVID-19 protocol) out of the lineup, but he didn't make much of an impact in the passing game. Everett should be back in the lineup Week 6 against the Steelers, so Parkinson will move back to the No. 3 tight end role.

Dissly caught two of four targets for 29 yards in Thursday's 26-17 loss to the Rams.

With top tight end Gerald Everett out due to COVID-19 protocols, Dissly logged 57 of 65 offensive snaps and finished third on the team in targets. However, Dissly didn't offer fantasy managers much with the opportunity, and his reign as the clear No. 1 tight end in Seattle likely won't last long. Everett is expected to return in Week 6 against the Steelers.

Higbee (shoulder) returned to Thursday's game against Seattle, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

Higee appeared to suffer a potentially serious injury while blocking late in the second quarter. He was in significant pain on the sideline and also was evaluated in the medical tent. However, he was evidently cleared to return to the game and should be set to take on his typical role moving forward.

Higbee is questionable to return to Thursday's matchup against Seattle with a shoulder injury, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

Higbee appeared to suffer the injury while blocking on a running play late in the second quarter. He was seen doubled over in pain on the sideline and ultimately went for further examination under the blue tent. There are no further details available at this time, though Johnny Mundt could see an increased role in Higbee's absence.

The Jets have ruled out Kroft (back) for Sunday's game against the Falcons in London, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Kroft was among three Jets that won't make the trip across the pond. With a back injury in tow and no practice so far this week, he'll be sidelined for the first time this season. In Kroft's stead, Ryan Griffin should be New York's primary tight end Sunday, while Trevon Wesco and Daniel Brown are candidates for elevated roles.

Everett (illness) tested negative twice for COVID-19 in advance of Thursday's game against the Rams, but the results didn't come through in time for the NFL to approve him to play, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

Everett needed to test negative twice 24 hours apart to be eligible for activation from the reserve/COVID-19 list. Apparently, he just missed out on doing so and will miss a second consecutive contest as a result. Everett will have plenty of time to get back on the active roster with the Seahawks' next outing not coming until Oct. 17 at Pittsburgh. In the meantime, Will Dissly is expected to pace the Seattle tight ends in snaps.

Everett wasn't activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list in advance of Thursday's game against the Rams, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

In Everett's continued absence, Will Dissly and Colby Parkinson are in line to head the Seahawks' tight-end corps. Neither of the two look like high-percentage fantasy options, however, after making a minimal impact in Seattle's Week 4 win over the 49ers.

Smith (knee) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

The tight end missed Wednesday's practice with a knee injury, but was able to practice in a limited fashion Thursday. He is considered questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys and Friday's injury report will provide a greater indication of his availability.

Bates will operate as Washington's No. 2 tight end behind Ricky Seals-Jones while Logan Thomas (hamstring) is on injured reserve, Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Bates played only four offensive snaps across the first three games of the season, but he logged 14 plays from scrimmage during Sunday's win over the Falcons with Thomas going down with the injury. Bates, a rookie fourth-round pick, has yet to be targeted in the passing game and is unlikely to have much fantasy relevance.