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Everett (chest) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Everett was also limited Wednesday, so the tight end may need to log a full session Friday in order to avoid approaching Sunday night's contest against the Ravens with an injury designation. If Everett -- who was sidelined Week 11 -- returns to the mix this weekend, he'll profile as a hit-or-miss fantasy option after having compiled a 21-167-2 line on 27 targets through eight games to date this season.

LaPorta caught five of eight targets for 47 yards with one touchdown and one two-point conversion during Thursday's 29-22 loss to the Packers.

Coming off a pair of subpar performances, LaPorta hadn't seen a red-zone target since Detroit exited its Week 9 bye with a fully-healthy backfield. Not only did the rookie find pay dirt with one of the two looks he saw near the goal line, but he also got open on a two-point conversion to aid Detroit's comeback effort. However, a number of miscues, including three fumbles and five failed fourth-down conversion attempts, cut short the majority of the Lions' offensive drives, which prevented LaPorta from doing much more. The Iowa product will look to keep rolling in a Week 12 matchup with a Saints defense that is tied for the most touchdowns allowed to tight ends (six) in 2023.

Smythe (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jets, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Smythe was deemed limited on Thursday's practice estimate, and his status for Friday's contest remains uncertain. If he's limited or out versus the Jets, added Week 12 snaps would be available for fellow TEs Julian Hill and Tyler Kroft. Through nine games this season, Smythe has hauled in 17 of his 22 targets for 168 yards, a rate of production that limits his fantasy utility to deeper formats.

Hurst (concussion) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Hurst hasn't practiced since emerging with a concussion following the Panthers' loss at Chicago on Nov. 9. With just one more opportunity to mix into drills this week, he seems to be on the outside looking in to return to action Sunday at Tennessee. Hurst may be a candidate to be ruled out on the Panthers' final Week 12 injury report Friday.

Hockenson (ribs) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

Hockenson has been tending to a rib injury since the Vikings' Week 9 win in Atlanta, but he's still been able to play the last two games on his way to 15 catches (on 22 targets) for 189 yards and one touchdown. During that same span, there's been the looming decision whether or not to activate Justin Jefferson (hamstring) from injured reserve, but the star wideout continues to be listed as limited. Even if Hockenson is rejoined by Jefferson on Monday against the Bears, the tight end should remain one of quarterback Joshua Dobbs' top options in the passing game.

Deguara (hip) is officially inactive for Thursday's contest against Detroit, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Deguara was deemed doubtful Wednesday for the Thanksgiving clash, so it's no surprise that he isn't suiting up. The 26-year-old had played in each of Green Bay's 10 contests prior to Week 12, working in a hybrid tight end/fullback role. The Packers elevated Henry Pearson from the practice squad Wednesday to cover fullback duties versus the Lions.

Ogletree (foot) was not spotted at the early portion of Thursday's practice, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

Ogletree looks on track to sit out another practice, though Thursday's session may well only be a walkthrough. The tight end hasn't played since Week 9, and though Indianapolis is coming off a bye, Ogletree may still require more time to get healthy. If he can't suit up against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Kylen Gransonand Mo Alie-Cox will stand to handle increased reps.

Calcaterra (ankle) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough.

Calcaterra didn't play in the team's Week 9 win over the Cowboys with a concussion and is now in danger of missing his second game of the season. With Dallas Goedert still dealing with a forearm injury, Jack Stoll and Albert Okwuegbunam could be the only healthy tight ends on the team's roster for Sunday's matchup with the Bills.

Deguara (hip) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game versus the Lions, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Deguara is listed as doubtful for Thursday's matchup due to a hip injury suffered during last week's win over the Chargers. With Luke Musgrave (abdomen) placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims will likely be the only two healthy tight ends on Green Bay's roster when they take on the Lions.

Smythe (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Smythe missed the Dolphins' Week 11 win over the Raiders with the injury and could be in danger of missing a second straight contest if he's unable to upgrade to full practice participation Thursday. If Smythe is sidelined for Friday's game against the Jets, Julian Hill will likely start at tight end again but wouldn't be in store for much involvement in the passing game.