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Iosivas continues to turn heads in practice, and quarterback Joe Burrow has suggested that the receiver will have a big season, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Iosivas looks like the Bengals' first choice as their No. 3 receiver, well ahead of highly touted rookie Jermaine Burton. That might flip over the course of the season, but Iosivas is the better bet to replicate Tyler Boyd's production.

Chase was spotted in uniform ahead of Wednesday's practice, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The extent of Chase's participation in practice won't be known until later Wednesday, when the Bengals release their first injury report of 2024. In any case, the wideout's initial presence prior to the session is a positive indicator. Cincinnati has three practices scheduled ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Patriots.

Toney left the Seahawks facilities without a deal after visiting the team Tuesday, and he's expected to visit at least one more team before deciding where to sign, Justin Melo of USA Today reports.

Toney, who was waived by the Chiefs amid roster cuts after a disappointing 2023 season with the team, is likely in consideration for a practice squad spot with Seattle. The Seahawks only currently have Cody White as a receiver on the practice squad, while the team's active roster boasts a deep unit headlined by DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett (leg) and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Before making a decision Toney is expected to meet with another undisclosed franchise.

Downs (ankle) remained sidelined for Wednesday's practice, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Downs, who suffered a high-ankle sprain Aug. 7, has two more chances to log practice reps ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Texans. If Downs ends up being unavailable for the contest, fellow wideouts Adonai Mitchell and Alec Pierce would be in store for added opportunities versus Houston behind No. 1 receiver Michael Pittman.

Wilson (concussion) is not on the Eagles' injury report Wednesday.

Wilson returned to practice Sunday after missing multiple weeks while in the league's concussion protocols and should be considered all-clear for Friday. If he plays, the rookie wideout will be making his NFL debut against the Packers in Brazil, although his snap count could be minimal behind A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Jahan Dotson.

The Chiefs have ruled out Brown (shoulder) for Thursday's season opener versus the Ravens.

Head coach Andy Reid had already previously acknowledged that Brown would sit out the Week 1 matchup, but the team has now made the news official. Brown didn't practice in any fashion leading up to Thursday's contest, so he'll need to get some reps under his belt during the upcoming week to have a chance at making his Chiefs debut Sept. 15 against the Bengals. In his absence Thursday, Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy and Justin Watson are likely to lead the Chiefs' Week 1 receiver corps, with JuJu Smith-Schuster, Skyy Moore and Mecole Hardman also in the mix.

Samuel (toe) is scheduled to be a full practice participant Wednesday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Samuel has been dealing with turf toe, but the wideout's looming return to full practice Wednesday has him on track to be available for Sunday's season opener against the Cardinals. Samuel thus appears set to claim a key role in a retooled Buffalo receiver corps that also includes Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, Mack Hollins and Marquez Valdes-Scantling (neck). With Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis no longer in the mix, targets are up for grabs in the Bills offense, and beginning in Week 1, the versatile Samuel -- who may also see occasional carries out of the backfield -- will have an opportunity to claim his share of them.

Green Bay estimated Doubs (hand) as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report.

The Packers are traveling to Brazil on Wednesday and aren't holding a formal practice, but Doubs would have maintained his activity level from Tuesday if the team had gotten on the field. Doubs is considered day-to-day with a hand contusion, but at this stage, the injury doesn't look to be a serious threat to his availability for Friday's game against the Eagles in Sao Paulo.

Philips was signed to the Eagles practice squad Tuesday.

Philips was let go by the Titans on Thursday after reaching an injury settlement with the team following a hamstring issue. The wide receiver now appears to be back in good health, joining Philadelphia's practice squad after reeling in 15 passes for 181 yards while appearing in nine games with Tennessee in 2023.

Doubs (hand) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice.

Doubs said he's dealing with a hand contusion and that his recovery is a "day-to-day process," per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com. It sounds like an issue Doubs will be able to play through during Friday's regular-season opener against the Eagles in Brazil, but it's possible it could impact the third-year wideout's ability to make difficult catches. As such, it will be worth monitoring what Doubs is able to do during practice over the next two days.