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Deguara (shin) did not participate during the Packers' practice session Thursday.

The rookie third-round draft choice has missed each of Green Bay's last two outings after collecting one catch for 12 yards during a Week 1 win against the Vikings. It appeared the rookie was in line for a moderate role prior to the injury, as he saw the field for 31 percent of the Packers' offensive snaps against Minnesota. Now facing a potential third consecutive absence during Green Bay's Monday night showdown against Atlanta, Robert Tonyan and Jace Sternberger stand to serve as Aaron Rodgers' top pass-catching tight ends against the Falcons.

Lewis (knee) was a non-participant during Thursday's practice session.

The 36-year-old tight end collected his first TD catch of the season while playing 32 percent of the offensive snaps during Sunday night's win against the Saints, and there was no report shared during the game that would indicate an injury to Lewis. He's popped up on the injury report for Green Bay's first practice of the week, as the team prepares for a Monday night matchup against a Falcons defense that has so far this season surrendered the third-most receiving yards to opposing tight ends.

Cager has been added to the Jets' active roster for Thursday night's game against the Broncos.

Cager was elevated from the Jets' practice squad to the team's active roster ahead of Week 3 action and then proceeded to haul in two of his four targets for 35 yards in a 36-7 loss to the Colts. After that contest, he reverted back to the practice squad, but he's been summoned once again. It remains to be seen how busy he'll be Thursday night, however, with Jamison Crowder (hamstring) trending toward a return to action and Jeff Smith (shoulder) now off IR.

Knox (concussion) practiced fully for the second straight day Thursday.

Knox missed last week's game against the Rams, but he looks like a good bet to resume his starting role this week against the Raiders. It's at least worth noting that Tyler Kroft caught two TD passes in Knox's absence in Week 3, so while Knox is still the starter and more athletic player, it may not be that easy for the Bills to take Kroft completely out of the game plan right away.

Dissly (Achilles) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Dissly was listed with the same injury ahead of the Seahawks' Week 3 win over the Cowboys, a game in which he logged 40 percent of the offensive snaps. The Seahawks are simply limiting his workload after the tight end tore his Achilles' tendon early last season. His injury status shouldn't concern fantasy managers too much, however, as he's recorded just five receptions for 22 yards through three games.

Kittle (knee) practiced without limitations Wednesday, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.

Kittle finally is in the clear after missing the last two games with a sprained MCL and bone bruise in his left knee. Upon his return Sunday versus the Eagles, he'll again have access to an overwhelming share of the reps at tight end in the wake of Jordan Reed (knee) being placed on injured reserve with the expectation he'll be sidelined up to 6-to-8 weeks. There's a chance Deebo Samuel (foot) makes his season debut Week 4, but his presence may open up the offense even more for Kittle to produce.

Kittle (knee) is expected to be a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

After missing two games due to an MCL sprain and a bone bruise in his left knee, Kittle is on the verge of his first uncapped session since sustaining the injuries Week 1. Wednesday's injury report seemingly will clear Kittle of designations as the 49ers prepare for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Knox (concussion) is listed as a full participant for Wednesday's practice, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

Though Knox looks like he'll take all the reps in Wednesday's practice, he hasn't necessarily cleared the NFL's concussion protocol just yet. That said, the fact that he's beginning the week on the field is a good sign with regard to his chances of being available in Sunday's game against the Raiders. Even if Knox gets the green light to play this weekend, he may have to fight to earn some looks in the passing game after Buffalo's other tight ends combined for three touchdown receptions from quarterback Josh Allen in the Week 3 win over the Rams.

Daniels hauled in both of his targets for 24 yards during Sunday's 26-23 defeat to the Lions.

With Maxx Williams (ankle) on injured reserve, Daniels has earned 56 and 58 percent of the snaps on offense the last two games. In fact, that 58 percent figure led Cardinals tight ends Sunday, which was followed by Dan Arnold's 48 percent. Daniels' pair of receptions marked his first two of the season and just his second and third since the 2017 campaign. Daniels will have at least two more contests to make an impact while Williams recovers, but Arnold is the pass-catching option among the two TEs available to Kyler Murray.

Kmet did not garner a target during Sunday's 30-26 win over the Falcons.

The rookie tight end has been on the field for more than 30 percent of Chicago's offensive snaps in all three of his outings, though he has only logged one catch for 12 yards on 68 total plays. Jimmy Graham has a team-high three receiving touchdowns through Week 3, but Kmet has yet to establish a rapport of his own with the Bears' signal-callers. As Nick Foles earns his first start for Chicago in Week 4, the team faces a Colts defense that has permitted an NFL-low 32 receiving yards to opposing tight ends.