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Uzomah caught two of his five targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 23-22 win over the Jets.

Uzomah caught just one pass as a rookie last season, but got the Week 1 start with Tyler Eifert (ankle) out. He ranked second on the team in targets behind A.J. Green in this one, so the tight end out of Auburn could have some use in the coming weeks with Eifert still not practicing.

Kelce caught six of seven targets for 74 yards in Sunday's win over the Chargers.

Kelce is seldom spectacular, with just two career 100-yard games, but he is remarkably consistent. Since the start of last season, Kelce has caught at least four passes in 13 of 17 games - topping 50 yards receiving eight times. He quietly ranked sixth among tight ends in receiving yardage in 2015 and should be on his way toward a similarly productive season given Kansas City's tendency to feature the tight ends and backs in the passing game.

Graham (knee) is active for Sunday's contest versus the Dolphins, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

After a week of uninhibited practice, Graham was still termed questionable for Week 1, which isn't a shock considering he's nine-and-a-half months removed from a torn patellar tendon in his right knee. Although he'll take the field Sunday, his snap count will be monitored, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Whatever reps Graham cannot handle will filter down to fellow tight end Luke Willson.

Dray suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's tilt with the Ravens and is questionable to return, Joe Buscaglia of WKBW reports.

Look for more information to come as the game progresses. Dray was dealing with an ankle injury earlier in the preseason, but there is no word as to whether Sunday's injury is to the same ankle. In the meantime, look for Charles Clay and Nick O'Leary to see increased action.

Kroft will hand over the Cincinnati starting tight end spot to C.J. Uzomah on Sunday, according to the teams' official site.

Kroft had been expected to see a bigger role in the Cincinnati offense with Tyler Eifert (ankle) on the shelf, and although that's still a possibility, he won't be doing so as a starter. Kroft may have a bit more experience as a pass catcher than Uzomah, but the latter will get on the field first, seemingly due to his blocking capabilities and contributions on special teams.

Manhertz (head) is inactive for Sunday's game against Oakland.

Manhertz's absence is unlikely to impact the Saints' offensive performance, as he is listed behind Coby Fleener, Josh Hill, Michael Hoomanawanui and RaShaun Allen on the tight end depth chart.

Uzomah will get the starting nod at tight end Sunday against the Jets.

With Tyler Eifert (ankle) out for at least the first three weeks, the Bengals will need to turn to a new starting tight end, and it looks like Uzomah will get the nod over the likes of Tyler Kroft. Despite getting the start, the 6-foot-6, 265-pound Uzomah is likely best suited in a blocking role. He caught just one pass this preseason and was limited to a single reception in five games in 2015.

Amaro is inactive Sunday versus the Vikings, the team's official site reports.

The third-year tight end was just claimed last Sunday off waivers following his release from the Jets, and is therefore still acclimating to the Titans' offensive system. Amaro is currently running behind Delanie Walker and Anthony Fasano on the depth chart.

Graham (knee) will play Sunday against the Dolphins, though his snaps will be limited, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Graham's snaps will likely come on passing downs and near the end zone, though a tight end on a snap count doesn't give fantasy owners much optimism for a breakout performance.

Johnson will assume fullback duties in Monday's season opener against the Redskins, Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Johnson will be replacing starting fullback Roosevelt Nix, who will be sidelined in Week 1. Nix is the lone fullback on the team's roster, but Johnson has experience playing the role for both the Steelers and Chargers.