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Strange (foot) is inactive for Jacksonville's game versus the Bengals on Monday.

Strange will now miss the first game of his rookie campaign after nursing a foot injury in practice all week. With Strange out, the Jaguars elevated Josh Pederson from the practice squad to provide depth behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell.

Hill secured both of his targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 45-15 win over Washington.

Hill saw his highest target total of the season Sunday while playing 32 percent of offensive snaps. Though he has yet to record any notable production, dynasty managers might want to monitor whether Hill continues to encroach on Durham Smythe's involvement in the passing game. His next opportunity to take a step forward will come Monday versus the Titans.

Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Higbee cleared the concussion protocol but was diagnosed with a neck stinger following Sunday's 36-19 win versus the Browns, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

Higbee was forced out late in Sunday's game and deemed questionable to return at the time with a potential concussion. He may endure some limitations in practice this week as the Rams prep for Sunday's game in Baltimore.

Smythe was not targeted during Sunday's 45-15 win over the Commanders.

Smythe didn't factor into the Dolphins' gameplan Week 13, with the offense instead electing to show off the speed of Tyreek Hill, Raheem Mostert and De'Von Achane. The starting tight end doesn't possess fantasy value aside from deep formats, especially with Julian Hill getting more involved on offense.

San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Dwelley sustained a right high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 42-19 win over the Eagles and is expected to miss time, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Dwelley has just one reception for 12 yards on two targets this season, but he's been active for all 12 of San Francisco's games and fills a key role as a blocker and on special teams. Assuming the ankle sprain results in Dwelley missing this Sunday's game against the Seahawks, seventh-round rookie Brayden Willis could suit up as the 49ers' No. 3 tight end behind George Kittle and Charlie Woerner.

Thomas finished without a catch on one target in a 45-15 loss to Miami on Sunday.

Thomas enters a Week 14 bye having just posted two of his three worst fantasy performances of the season in back-to-back weeks. It hasn't cost him snaps and routes, but there is some chance the Commanders give Cole Turner some of those reps now that a playoff appearance is out of the question and plans for 2024 become a consideration. That said, Thomas still is the clear favorite to lead the team's TEs in snaps, routes and targets when the Commanders return from their bye for a Week 15 road game at the Rams.

Coach Robert Saleh said Monday that Uzomah (knee) will go on injured reserve.

Uzomah sprained his MCL in Sunday's loss to the Falcons. Once he's officially placed on injured reserve, he'll be sidelined for a minimum of four weeks, so he won't be eligible to play before Week 18 against the Patriots. Tyler Conklin and Jeremy Ruckert had already been working ahead of Uzomah and will remain New York's top two tight ends.

Pederson was elevated from the Jaguars' practice squad Monday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Pederson's elevation comes with Luke Farrell (toe) and Brenton Strange (foot) both questionable for Monday's game against the Bengals. The 26-year-old, who happens to be head coach Doug Pederson's son, has spent time with the 49ers, Chiefs and Saints previously, but he's yet to make his NFL debut.

Freiermuth caught three of five targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Cardinals.

Freiermuth came back down to earth after posting his first career 100-yard performance against the Bengals in the previous game. Starting quarterback Kenny Pickett hurt his ankle in the first half against Arizona, and Freiermuth couldn't get on the same page with backup Mitch Trubisky. With Pickett expected to remain sidelined Thursday against New England, Freiermuth will likely have Trubisky throwing to him again Week 14.

Mallory had two receptions for four yards on four targets in Sunday's overtime win at Tennessee.

A week after being a starter, Mallory was fourth among Colts tight ends in playing time with 13 snaps on offense. All four tight ends (Kylen Granson, Drew Ogletree and Mo Alie-Cox) went on between 12 to 13 routes. It's hard to forecast any of them having consistent roles in the passing game as a result.