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Williams (not injury related), who is listed as questionable but on track to play Sunday against the Panthers, is expected to be limited to around 20 snaps in his season debut, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

After missing the first four games of the season while serving a suspension for violating the NFL's gambling policy, Williams was cleared to return to practice this week and was a full participant in sessions Wednesday through Friday. Though the time off while he served his suspension has allowed Williams to heal up from his preseason hamstring injury, the Lions don't appear ready to turn him loose for a full-time role in his 2023 debut. Even though he'll likely be in store for a light snap count Sunday, Williams could still be heavily targeted during his limited time on the field, as the Lions are expected to be without two of their top pass catchers in Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) and Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring).

Claypool (coach's decision) isn't expected to be active Sunday in the Dolphins' game against the Giants, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Though Claypool didn't play in the Bears' 40-20 win over the Commanders on Thursday before being dealt to Miami a day later, his lack of practice time with his new team looks as though it'll result in his Dolphins debut being delayed until Week 6. Claypool's status will be made official when the Dolphins release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

Agnew (quadricep) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills in London.

The quad injury kept Agnew from playing in the Jaguars' first game in London in Week 4 versus Atlanta, but he'll be back in action Sunday after turning in a trio of limited practices this week. In addition to Agnew, the Jaguars are getting Zay Jones (knee) back from a two-game absence, so the team's receiving corps will have all of its key contributors available Sunday. Agnew will likely serve as Jacksonville's No. 4 wideout and top return man.

Jones (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills in London.

He'll suit up for the first time since Sept. 17 after missing the Jaguars' last two games due to the knee injury. Though Jones practiced in only a limited capacity Wednesday through Friday, the Jaguars are apparently satisfied enough with his health to give him the green light Sunday. Even though he's available for the Week 5 matchup, it wouldn't be surprising if Jones' snap share lagged behind those of Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk, who could remain prioritized in two-receiver sets. Jones should still have the edge on the No. 3 role over Jamal Agnew (quadricep), who is returning from a one-game absence of his own.

Kupp isn't expected to have any limitations while making his season debut Sunday versus the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

After missing the Rams' first four games while recovering from a hamstring injury, Kupp was reinstated from injured reserve Saturday and doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's contest. He was listed as a limited participant in his return to practice Wednesday, but he closed the week as a full participant. The All-Pro receiver will be set to rejoin a new-look Rams offense that was led by emergent duo Puka Nacua and Tutu Atwell through the first four weeks, meaning it might not be necessary for him to operate as quite the dominant target hog of seasons past. Nonetheless, of course, news that Kupp won't face any limitations in his return from injury provides confidence he'll hit the ground running as an elite fantasy contributor, even amid new circumstances on offense.

Beckham (ankle) is officially listed as questionable but is expected to suit up versus the Steelers on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Beckham has missed the Ravens' last two games due to a lingering ankle issue, but he looks like he'll make his return to the lineup Week 5. The veteran wideout combined for just five catches for 66 yards on seven targets in his two appearances with Baltimore this season. Official word on his status will come when Baltimore releases its inactive list roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

Higgins (ribs) remains listed as questionable but isn't expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Higgins looks poised to miss at least one game due to a rib fracture suffered in the Week 4 loss to the Titans. His availability, or lack thereof, should be made official roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, when Cincinnati releases its inactive list. If Higgins indeed can't go, Tyler Boyd will stand to step into the No. 2 wideout role alongside Ja'Marr Chase, while Trenton Irwin will likely operate as the No. 3 man.

Williams (non-injury) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 5 game against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Williams had his six-game gambling ban reduced to four games earlier in the week and was immediately eligible to return to the team. He practiced this week and showed enough to get on the field Sunday. Even with Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) doubtful and not expected to play, Williams shouldn't be counted on for a full-time role. Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond are the favorites for snaps.

Drummond was elevated to Detroit's active roster Saturday.

Drummond signed with the Lions' practice squad in late August, and he's now got the chance to appear in his first NFL game. The undrafted rookie out of Eastern Michigan caught 33 passes for 525 yards and three touchdowns in his final collegiate season.

Watson (hamstring) was not listed with an injury designation ahead of Monday's contest against the Raiders, Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee reports.

It'll be interesting to see how much work Watson receives Monday with no injury designation given the productive wideout was close to a game-time decision last week against the Lions. In that eventual drubbing, Watson played just 45 percent of the offensive snaps, although it's hard to tell if he would have been out there for more had the game been a bit more competitive during the second half. The Packers have a bye in Week 6, so it's at least somewhat telling for fantasy managers that the team felt comfortable playing Watson even with a lengthy off period on tap. The Raiders are actually middle of the pack in terms of passing yards allowed this season, but they've given up a whopping eight passing TDs to wide receivers, fifth most in the league.