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Washington caught three of four targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Packers.

The 22-year-old had a 73 percent snap share and delivered his most productive game of the season as the receiving corps dealt with injuries to Brian Thomas (chest), Christian Kirk (collarbone) and Gabe Davis (shoulder). Thomas' and Davis' availability remains up in the air, but Kirk already has been ruled out for the season. Washington should serve as Jacksonville's No. 3 wideout for the rest of the campaign, and he could move further up the depth chart in the immediate term if Thomas or Davis are forced to miss any time. Washington totaled 16 catches for 132 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie in 2023 and now should have a chance to be significantly involved in the offense.

Agholor caught three of five targets for 36 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Browns.

Sunday marked Agholor's highest single-game target count this season and he cashed in his first touchdown of the year with the additional opportunities. His five targets tied for second on the team and his 36 yards were tied for third. Agholor has just a 50.0 percent catch rate on the year -- which drags down his YPT (7.7) -- and he profiles as the No. 4 option in this passing game most weeks. The Ravens host the Broncos in Week 9.

Coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Higgins (quadriceps) is considered day-to-day, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Higgins injured his quad in practice Friday and was unable to play in Sunday's loss to the Eagles. It sounds like he's avoided a serious injury, but it's unclear if he'll be able to make it back for next Sunday's game against the Raiders. With Higgins out versus Philly, Andrei Iosivas filled in as the No. 2 receiver, followed by rookie Jermaine Burton and veteran Trenton Irwin to round out the depth chart.

Mitchell had one reception for nine yards on four targets in Sunday's loss at Houston.

Mitchell again continues to be a favorite of quarterback Anthony Richardson in the fourth receiver role as he had four targets on ten routes while playing on just 13 of the offense's 64 snaps, according to Pro Football Focus. However, the Colts may switch to Joe Flacco at quarterback this week at Minnesota.

Pierce had one reception for 15 yards on four targets in Sunday's loss at Houston.

Pierce was able to get open deep several times, but quarterback Anthony Richardson struggled to make accurate passes to make a connection. Pierce remains one of Richardson's favorite targets but is going to be a boom-or-bust option for fantasy purposes each week as is he's mostly a deep threat in the offense.

Means suffered a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to the Chargers, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Means was amid an increased role with Rashid Shaheed (knee) out of action, but the rookie receiver now will join him on the sidelines. It's unclear how much time the Pittsburgh product will miss, but he's likely looking at a multi-week absence. Cedrick Wilson (hip) and recent acquisition Marquez Valdes-Scantling likely will be beneficiaries in whatever time Means misses.

Conley failed to bring in his lone target in Sunday's 30-24 win over the Cowboys.

Conley earned the start sans Brandon Aiyuk (knee) in Sunday's victory, but the veteran wideout did not record a reception despite playing 52 snaps on offense (76 percent). The 32-year-old Conley has big-play potential given his size (6-foot-3) and speedy profile, but the former Chief's lack of usage makes it hard to warrant fantasy consideration outside of deep formats. The 49ers also may get healthier following the bye ahead of a Nov. 10 matchup against the Buccaneers.

Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Thomas is day-to-day after he was diagnosed with a chest contusion following an MRI, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Thomas was initially reported to be in danger of missing 2-to-4 weeks by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, but MRI results now revealed that the rookie first-round pick may have avoided a more severe injury. That's one piece of crucial good news for Jacksonville's receiver corps, after Christian Kick (collarbone) was diagnosed with a season-ending fracture and No. 3 wideout Gabe Davis (shoulder) also was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Packers early. Pederson said Thomas may have a chance to suit up Week 9 against the Eagles. More information on Thomas' health will arrive when the Jaguars take the practice field Wednesday in preparation for Week 9 action.

Westbrook-Ikhine recorded two receptions (on four targets) for 39 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 52-14 loss to the Titans.

Westbrook-Ikhine played a season-high 92 percent of offensive snaps after the departure of DeAndre Hopkins. The former also had his most productive game thanks to two splash plays. The first came on a touchdown catch early in the second quarter from five yards away -- his third consecutive game with a score. Westbrook-Ikhine later caught a 34-yard deep pass to set the Titans up near the goal line just before halftime. The state of Tennessee's offense makes weekly production tough to depend on, though Westbrook-Ikhine has found ways to be productive since getting increased opportunity.

Wicks was targeted twice and caught two passes for 11 yards in Sunday's 30-27 victory over the Jaguars.

Wicks found the end zone for the fourth time this season his last time out, but he did not do much for fantasy players that included him in Week 8 lineups. He remains capable of producing when given the opportunity, but he has had fewer of those of late, as since injuring his shoulder Week 6 his snap count has taken a noticeable hit. Wicks could get back on track Week 9 against a Lions team that has allowed opposing wideouts to rack up a league-high 124 receptions, but his prospects will take a hit if starting quarterback Jordan Love (groin) is unable to go.