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Kmet brought in six of eight targets for 55 yards and two touchdowns in the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

Kmet was a big first-half factor, bringing in 18- and nine-yard scoring grabs in the first and second quarters, respectively. The sure-handed tight end continued to be productive throughout the afternoon and finished as the team leader in receptions while checking in second in receiving yards. Kmet and rookie quarterback Tyson Bagent have enjoyed excellent chemistry in the last two games -- the former has posted a 16-134-2 line on 18 targets in that span -- but Justin Fields (thumb) could be back under center for Thursday night's Week 10 matchup against the Panthers.

Henry caught four of seven targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Commanders.

In the team's first game since leading receiver Kendrick Bourne suffered a season-ending ACL tear, Henry notched his highest yardage total since Week 4 and scored his first touchdown since Week 2. The touchdown came from 14 yards out in the second quarter. Henry tied wide receivers Demario Douglas and JuJu Smith-Schuster for the team lead in targets, and the veteran tight end should remain a key part of the Patriots' passing game in Week 10 against the Colts in Frankfurt.

Musgrave caught three of four targets for 51 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-3 win over the Rams.

Musgrave's day was highlighted by a well-designed, 20-yard touchdown, which not only marked Musgrave's first career score but also effectively sealed Green Bay's first victory since Week 3. With an impressive 25-yard catch Sunday as well, Musgrave turned in a quality overall display. He'll strive to keep his positive play going in Week 10 versus the Steelers.

Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.

With Kylen Granson back in the mix after missing two games, Mallory will be the odd man out in a Colts' Week 9 tight end corps that also includes Drew Ogletree and Mo Alie-Cox. Through four contests to date, Mallory has caught three of his six targets for 55 yards.

Kelce caught three of four targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 21-14 win over Miami.

The Dolphins defense clearly came into the game with a plan to make sure Kelce wouldn't beat them, as the superstar tight end was double- and triple-teamed on every route he ran. The 14 receiving yards was his lowest output since he was held to one catch for six yards in Week 1 of the 2018 season, but with Kansas City on its bye next week, expect Kelce to be well-rested and ready to rebound in Week 11 for a Super Bowl rematch with the Eagles.

Graham (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Bears, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Graham missed Week 8 against the Colts due to an illness, but he'll now miss a second consecutive game, despite no longer being on the team's injury report.

Brown (back) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Commanders.

After missing practice Wednesday, Brown returned to limited sessions Thursday and Friday prior to being listed as questionable for Week 9 action. The tight end will be out there Sunday, but given that he continues to work in a time-share with Hunter Henry and Mike Gesicki, Brown's weekly fantasy upside is limited.

Smythe (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany.

Smythe took a questionable tag into the weekend after logging limited practice participation Thursday and Friday, but the tight end ultimately received the green light to play. When healthy, the 28-year-old has dominated the snaps at tight end for the Dolphins, but he's produced a modest 14-151-0 receiving line on 19 targets while often serving as a tertiary option in the passing game behind star wideouts Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.

The Giants signed Cager to their 53-man roster Saturday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

Since Darren Waller (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, the 26-year-old Cager will take his spot on New York's active roster for the time being. Cager has appeared in five games for the Giants this year, recording 17 yards on two receptions.

The Falcons elevated Fisk to their active roster Saturday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

After spending the majority of the last two years on Atlanta's practice squad, the 24-year-old tight end is in line to appear in his second NFL game this Sunday. Fisk was elevated for the Falcons' Week 7 win over the Buccaneers, playing a total of nine snaps (two offensive and seven on special teams).