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San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan said that Samuel (shoulder), who was already ruled out for Monday's contest against the Vikings, will also miss the 49ers' Week 8 contest against the Bengals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Samuel is dealing with a hairline fracture of his shoulder, which will keep the star receiver out at minimum three weeks, including the team's Week 9 bye. Given that timeline, Samuel could be a candidate for injured reserve, which would entail a minimum four-game absence. In Samuel's absence, expect Brandon Aiyuk to be a heavily featured option as the 49ers' clear No. 1 receiver, with the likes of Jauan Jennings, Ronnie Bell, Ray-Ray McCloud all factoring in.

Winston was elevated to Seattle's active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

The 26-year-old wideout is in line to play his first NFL game since 2021 after getting elevated Saturday. Winston appeared in three games for New Orleans in 2021, recording 10 catches for 119 yards.

Jones was elevated to the Eagles' active roster Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

With Quez Watkins (hamstring) on injured reserve, Jones will likely start out as the team's No. 4 wideout behind A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Olamide Zaccheaus. The 34-year-old Jones played with the Buccaneers last season, finishing with 20 catches, 223 yards and two touchdowns over the final eight regular-season contests while playing with Tom Brady and Tampa Bay.

Doss has been elevated to the Chargers' active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Doss will appear in his third consecutive game after getting elevated from Los Angeles' practice squad Saturday. The 27-year-old wideout has played in 12 percent of the Chargers' offensive and special teams snaps this season, and he has yet to record a target.

Nailor (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against San Francisco.

The 24-year-old wideout was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, and he logged three limited practices throughout the week. If Nailor is able to suit up Monday night, he'll likely play the majority of his snaps on special teams, as he played on only six percent of the Vikings' offensive snaps last season.

Conner has been elevated to the Dolphins' active roster ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

This move marks Conner's second elevation of the season and second in as many weeks. He logged 10 offensive snaps (15 percent) and 13 on special teams (43 percent) in Week 6. Look for him to see a similar role in Philly.

Jones will not travel to Baltimore and has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game due to the Ravens due to personal reasons.

The veteran hasn't been involved significantly in games when the top Lions pass catchers have all been healthy. More information as to why Jones will miss Sunday's matchup will likely arrive in the coming days.

The Steelers officially released Olszewski on Saturday, Teresa Varley of the team's official website reports.

No surprise here, as Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com previously reported this transaction was expected. Olszewski's exit will presumably open up a roster spot for fellow pass catcher Diontae Johnson (hamstring) to be activated off IR ahead of Week 7. Olszewski was primarily used as a returner during his two games on the 53-man roster.

Johnson (hamstring) was activated off injured reserve Saturday and does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's contest against the Rams.

The veteran figures to slot immediately into the starting lineup alongside George Pickens and Allen Robinson. In his lone Week 1 contest before suffering the injury, Johnson had just three catches on six targets for 48 yards, but a more consistent offense figures to rise the tide on all offensive options, including the 27-year-old.

Shaheed hauled in four of eight targets for 28 yards and logged one rushing attempt for four yards during Thursday's 31-24 defeat to the Jaguars.

Shaheed logged a season high in targets, finishing third on the team behind top wideout Chris Olave (15) and running back Alvin Kamara (14). The 6-foot Shaheed has primarily been used on short crossing routes and deep passes that are meant to give him an opportunity for yards after the catch, and he's averaged 16.3 yards per reception. However, he didn't manage to connect on any deep passes from Saints quarterback Derek Carr, who set a new campaign best in passing attempts (55) for the second week in a row. Shaheed has logged two touchdowns this season. His value in fantasy will continue to come as an explosive, though largely hit or miss, playmaker in New Orleans' rather limited offense.