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Hunter recorded three catches for 43 yards on four targets in the Chargers' preseason loss to the Titans on Saturday.

Henry, who has struggled at times during training camp, was one of the lone stars in the Chargers preseason loss to the Titans. With Antonio Gates out (rest), Henry suited up alongside the first-team offense and was able to hold his own, particularly in the blocking category in which he was able to set up a first-down run for Danny Woodhead on a third-down carry to his side. Much like how the Chargers used Ladarius Green, who departed for the Steelers in the offseason, Henry will likely see the field plenty on two tight end sets, but not enough to generate consistent use in standard fantasy leagues.

Dray (ankle) returned to practice Monday, Jon Buscaglia of WKBW reports.

Dray was not active during Saturday's preseason opener against the Colts after suffering from the ankle injury over the week ago, but his turnaround has been quick and it looks like he should be good to go for practice this week, barring a setback. He'll continue to compete for the backup tight end job behind Charles Clay.

Quarless (suspension) signed a deal with the Lions on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

With tight ends Eric Ebron and Brandon Pettigrew both recovering from injuries, the Lions are facing serious depth issues at tight end for this coming season. And while Quarless will still be suspended for the first two games of the regular season, he had a solid stint with the Packers and would be a formidable option for the team should neither Ebron nor Pettigrew be ready by Week 3. He is eligible to start practicing with the team immediately.

Supernaw caught two of his three targets for 22 yards in Saturday's preseason opener against the Chargers.

Supernaw's output in this one was just one catch and 10 yards short of his totals from 16 appearances last season. The reserve tight end is used almost exclusively on special teams.

Donnell has looked healthy and made plays during training camp, but he's still in a battle with Will Tye, and to a lesser extent Matt LaCosse, for the team's starting tight end job.

At 6-6, 265, Donnell has the red-zone size the team needs, while Tye stands only 6-2. But Donnell has struggled with ball security in the past, and he's not a good blocker. Tye probably has a slight edge, but this battle might go down to the wire this preseason.

Allen did not have a reception and played just six snaps in Saturday's preseason win over Buffalo.

Allen got some work early in the first quarter, but the better gauge of his new role in the offense will be when Andrew Luck plays in a preseason game. After the Colts used two-tight end formations the past few years with Allen and Coby Fleener, Allen should be the featured tight end in the offense with Fleener departing in free agency. The Colts have said they are moving to a base offense with three receivers and one tight end, so Allen should vastly improve on his 16 receptions last season.

Swaim dropped two catchable passes in Saturday's preseason opener against the Rams, finishing the game with one catch on three targets for 10 yards.

He's fighting for a spot on the depth chart behind Jason Witten, but the 2015 seventh round pick isn't doing himself any favors with performances like this. With Gavin Escobar (Achilles) on track to be ready for Week 1 and James Hanna signed to a new contract, Swaim has little margin for error when it comes to making the 53-man roster.

Dray (ankle) won't suit up for Saturday's preseason game versus the Colts, Mike Rodak of ESPN.com reports.

Dray sustained an ankle injury more than a week ago and will remain on the pine during the Bills' exhibition opener. Whenever he's cleared to return to the field, he'll commence the competition for the No. 2 tight job behind Charles Clay.

Graham missed Saturday's practice with an undisclosed injury, the Denver Post reports.

In the offseason, Graham joined forces with head coach Gary Kubiak for the second time in his career. Embedded in a TE corps without a clear-cut No. 1, Graham has an opportunity to secure a consistent role in the Broncos' offense. During Thursday's preseason game at Chicago, Virgil Green (three catches for 26 yards) and Jeff Heuerman (one reception for six yards) were both on the receiving end of passes, while Graham wasn't targeted once. With an unknown ailment forcing Graham to the sideline Saturday, the lack of production may have an explanation.

Graham (knee) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs.

Having just returned to practice Wednesday, Graham will likely miss at least the first two preseason games. His progress will need to be monitored even after he gets on the field, as players often lack their prior explosiveness when returning from major patella injuries.