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Freiermuth brought in three of seven targets for 18 yards and also recorded a two-point conversion catch in the Steelers' 21-18 loss to the Patriots on Thursday night.

Mitch Trubisky's struggles with efficiency Thursday impacted Freiermuth, with the tight end finishing with his fifth sub-20-yard tally of the campaign in the process. Freiermuth did manage to boost his overall fantasy production to a modest degree with his two-point conversion reception following the Steelers' final touchdown of the night in the fourth quarter. However, he remains very hard to trust due to Pittsburgh's quarterback issues heading into a Week 15 road matchup against the Colts on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Henry brought in all three targets for 40 yards and two touchdowns in the Patriots' 21-18 win over the Steelers on Thursday night.

Henry's breakout night, like the performance of the Patriots' typically lackluster offense as a whole, was considerably unexpected. The veteran tight end recorded eight- and 24-yard scoring grabs in the second quarter, the second an especially impressive reception among multiple defenders. Henry had only crossed the goal line once since Week 2 prior to Thursday, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to replicate his numbers against a stingy Chiefs defense in a Week 15 home tilt on Sunday, Dec. 17.

Smythe (ankle) did not participate at the Dolphins' practice Thursday.

Smythe was unavailable for the team's first practice session of the week due to an ankle injury, which he seemingly picked up last week versus the Commanders. The tight end will have two more opportunities to return to the field prior to Monday's matchup with the Titans.

Higbee (neck) didn't practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Higbee continues to be sidelined during Week 14 prep due to the neck stinger that he sustained this past Sunday against the Browns. He'll thus have just one more chance to mix into drills this week before the Rams potentially make a ruling on his status ahead of Sunday's game at Baltimore.

Conklin (hamstring) remained limited at practice Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Following back-to-back capped sessions to start the week, Conklin may need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid carrying an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans. In the Jets' 13-8 loss to the Falcons in Week 13, Conklin logged a team-high nine targets but hauled in only three of them for 35 yards.

Schultz (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday.

Schultz, who missed this past Sunday's game against the Broncos, logged a limited practice Wednesday, so his downgrade to non-participation a day later is notable, though it could potentially be indicative of load management rather than a setback. Friday's injury report should add valuable context with regard to the tight end's status for Sunday's game at the Jets.

Whyle (knee) did not practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Whyle remains sidelined due to the knee injury he suffered against the Colts on Sunday, which casts serious doubt about his potential for suiting up Week 14 against the Dolphins. However, with the game not taking place until Monday, the rookie tight end will have an extra day to recover ahead of the matchup.

Stoll (knee) was a full participant during practice Thursday.

Stoll was limited Wednesday, but he got back on track Thursday and should be a full go for the remainder of the week, including suiting up Sunday against the Cowboys. With Dallas Goedert (forearm) expected to return versus Dallas, Stoll will likely see his role decrease for the matchup.

Goedert (forearm) practiced fully Thursday.

The Eagles held a walkthrough Wednesday, when Goedert was listed as full, so his ability to handle an entire practice one day later puts him one step closer to making his first appearance since Week 9. Aside from getting blanked on one target in the season opener, he made multiple catches from Weeks 2 through his last appearance, compiling a 38-410-2 line on 51 targets in eight games. Goedert will slot back in as Philadelphia's No. 1 tight end Sunday night in Dallas alongside the team's top two wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.

Deguara (hip) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Deguara has been out of action since suffering the injury in Week 11 against the Chargers, but the Cincinnati product should be clear to return Monday against the Giants. His ability to get back on the field should be a boost for the Packers' tight end group with Luke Musgrave (abdomen) still on IR.