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Parkinson caught one of two targets for eight yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Rams.

Parkinson played 21 offensive snaps, which was more than Will Dissly (14) but fewer than Noah Fant (25). None of the tight ends were effective for fantasy purposes, but it was a sluggish day for the Seahawks altogether. Fantasy managers shouldn't depend on Parkinson, as he'll struggle to get targets with a loaded receiver corps.

Dissly caught both of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Rams.

Dissly played just 14 offensive snaps, which was fewer than both Noah Fant (25) and Colby Parkinson (21). If the Seahawks can establish the run game, Dissly will handle more offensive reps because of his blocking abilities. However, he won't provide much fantasy value unless he finds the end zone.

Schultz caught two of four targets for four yards in Sunday's 25-9 loss to Baltimore in Week 1.

Schultz had a quiet day, but he led Houston's tight ends in offensive snaps (62) by a wide margin and was targeted once in the red zone. Backup Teagan Quitoriano saw only 22 snaps on offense while Brevin Jordan played only on special teams. Quarterback C.J. Stroud heavily favored his wideouts in terms of targets, but Schultz is the top tight end on the team.

Jordan played five snaps on special teams in Sunday's 25-9 loss to the Ravens in Week 1.

Jordan, who did not play during the preseason due to a hamstring injury, did not get on the field when the offense had the ball. After two seasons in which the organization tried to make Jordan its lead tight end, it looks like they've moved on. Dalton Schultz (62 snaps) and Teagan Quitoriano (22 snaps) are the top two at the position.

Akins caught his lone target for 12 yards in Sunday's 24-3 win over Cincinnati in Week 1.

Akins was reunited with his former quarterback in Houston, Deshaun Watson, but it didn't lead to a big day for the tight end. Instead, it was Harrison Bryant (two catches, one TD, 27 snaps) getting more time on the field and targets than Akins behind starter David Njoku. Cleveland threw the ball only 29 times on a rainy day more suited for running, but there is an expectation that Watson will do more with his arm when conditions are more favorable, which could lead to more volume for Akins.

Bryant caught both of his targets for five yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-3 win over the Bengals in Week 1.

Bryant caught quarterback Deshaun Watson's only touchdown pass, a surprising result given the offseason additions to the wideout corps and the presumed focus on a downfield approach to the passing game. Bryant's 27 offensive snaps were second among Browns' tight ends behind David Njoku's 52 and ahead of Jordan Akins' 23. Speculation during the preseason focused on Akins' history with Watson in Houston, but it was Bryant, in his fourth season with Cleveland, who emerged with more targets and time on the field.

Njoku caught two of three targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 24-3 win over Cincinnati in Week 1.

Njoku reportedly had a huge training camp, catching everything thrown his way, but the passing attack heavily favored the wideouts Sunday as wide receivers gobbled up 66 percent of the targets compared to the tight ends' 21 percent. Making matters worse for Njoku, it was backup tight end Harrison Bryant who caught a red-zone touchdown in the fourth quarter. Still, Njoku (52 snaps) was the clear No. 1 among the position group, doubling the snap count of Bryant (27) and Jordan Akins (23).

Ferguson had two receptions on seven targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 40-0 win over the Giants.

Ferguson's seven targets wound up being the most for any Dallas player in a lopsided contest that featured just 13 completions for Dak Prescott. The 24-year-old tight end failed to turn most of those opportunities into production, but part of the blame can be placed on wet playing conditions. It is clear that the Cowboys want to get Ferguson involved offensively in his first year as the starter, so patience should be exercised from a fantasy manager's perspective.

Waller caught three of five targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 40-0 loss to the Cowboys.

Waller's 36 receiving yards wound up being the top total any Giants player could muster, highlighting just how poorly the entire team played to open the season on Sunday Night Football. While the results weren't great, the vertical threat's usage bodes well for his prospects this season with little competition at the tight end position. Waller -- who was dealing with a tight hamstring prior starting Sunday's loss -- will have to stay healthy in order to deliver on the potential he possesses as a fantasy option.

Smythe recorded three receptions on seven targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 36-34 win over the Chargers.

Smythe surprisingly finished second on the team in targets, behind only Tyreek Hill. His final production isn't particularly noteworthy, but he got looks as a deep threat and in the red zone. With Hill and Jaylen Waddle the only pass catchers with locked-in roles, Smythe could have the chance to emerge as more of a receiving threat this season.