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Henry was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a foot injury.

Henry logged a season-low 30 snaps on offense in this past Saturday's 40-7 loss to the Chargers, so his limitations in practice Wednesday could stem from an issue that cropped up in that contest. The tight end's status is thus worth monitoring as Sunday's season finale against the Bills approaches. Though a loss to Buffalo would ensure that the 3-13 Patriots get the first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, head coach Jerod Mayo said that he's planning on having all the team's healthy starters take the field, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com.

Culp was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a rib injury.

Culp presumably suffered the injury during Sunday's 48-14 win over Carolina, during which he caught three of four targets for 52 yards while coming off the bench behind Payne Durham, who missed Wednesday's practice with a quadricep injury. With starter Cade Otton (knee) also not practicing, Culp has some chance at a significant role in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints.

Durham missed Wednesday's practice with a quadricep injury.

Durham filled as the Buccaneers' top tight end the past two weeks in place of Cade Otton (knee), who also missed practice Wednesday and thus appears in danger of missing a third straight game Sunday against the Saints. Devin Culp took some of the snaps from Durham in this past Sunday's 48-14 win over the Panthers, catching three passes for 52 yards but apparently suffering a rib injury along the way, as he was limited in Wednesday's practice. Practice reports Thursday and Friday should provide more clarity on Tampa Bay's tight-end room for a crucial Week 18 matchup with New Orleans.

Otton (knee) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

A left knee injury has sidelined Otton the last two games, and an absence from practice to kick off Week 18 prep isn't exactly a great sign that he'll be available Sunday against the Saints. Payne Durham and Devin Culp have filled in for Otton during that span, but Durham also missed Wednesday's session due to a quadricep issue, while Culp was a limited participant due to a rib concern. As such, the state of the Buccaneers' tight-end group is in flux heading into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints.

Conklin didn't practice Wednesday due to a calf injury, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Conklin is coming off arguably his best game of the season, as he caught all eight targets for 57 yards and a touchdown in the Jets' Week 17 loss to the Bills. The veteran tight end appears to have picked up a calf injury, however, and he'll likely need to return to practice by the end of the week in order to be able to suit up in the Jets' season finale Sunday versus Miami. If Conklin's calf injury ultimately prevents him from playing, Jeremy Ruckert and Kenny Yeboah would both be likely to get more offensive snaps against the Dolphins.

Kittle won't practice Wednesday due to ankle and hamstring injuries, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Kittle has missed two games this season due to health concerns, but it's unclear if he's in danger of sitting out again Sunday at Arizona. He's put together three 100-yard efforts in the last four contests en route to a 26-430-0 line on 30 targets during that stretch. Ultimately, the next two days of practice likely will determine whether or not Kittle will have a chance to build on his recent hot streak this weekend.

Kelce is among several Chiefs starters who could be rested for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Head coach Andy Reid announced Wednesday that Carson Wentz will start at quarterback Sunday while Patrick Mahomes rests, and there's a high probability that other key players join Mahomes in street clothes or play only limited snaps. Kelce would be among the most likely candidates to get the day off given his veteran status, heavy workload throughout the campaign and big role in the team's offense. If the 35-year-old does indeed spend the game on the sideline, Noah Gray and Peyton Hendershot would likely lead the Chiefs' tight-end corps against Denver.

Njoku (knee) isn't practicing Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Njoku was estimated as a non-participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice. After another absence Wednesday, he'll have just one more opportunity to practice this week before the Browns decide whether he'll be available for Saturday's game against the Ravens. If Njoku remains sidelined this weekend, Jordan Akins would likely serve as the Browns' top option at tight end.

The Eagles designated Goedert (knee) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Goedert is slated to resume practicing with the Eagles on Wednesday, after having missed the last four games following his placement on IR on Dec. 7. The Eagles are locked in as the NFC's No. 2 seed in the playoffs, so it doesn't seem likely that Goedert will be activated ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Giants. The tight end will, however, be able to get some valuable practice reps in this week, presumably with an eye toward being ready to handle a full workload in the divisional round of the playoffs.

Musgrave caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 27-25 loss to the Vikings.

Musgrave's reception Sunday was his first catch since Week 4 after he missed the majority of the season with an ankle injury. The 24-year-old tight end has been eased back into the mix, playing just 12 of the Packers' 63 offensive snaps. Meanwhile, fellow tight end Tucker Kraft played 54 snaps in the contest. Musgrave will likely continue to play a smaller role going forward, especially with Kraft proving to be an effective option in the passing game. The Packers visit the Bears in Week 18.