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Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that Waddle (abdomen) won't participate in joint practices with the Texans this week, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

McDaniel tempered concerns by saying that Waddle wants to practice, but the team has decided to be cautious with the wideout, per Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site. Still, fantasy managers will be anxious to see the third-year wideout back as a full practice participant soon, with just under a month remaining before the Sept. 10 season opener against the Chargers. Waddle is dealing with an abdomen injury sustained in practices last week, and he looks likely to sit out the Dolphins' upcoming preseason game Saturday in Houston.

According to Jeff Duncan of NOLA.com, Edwards did not improve his chances to make the Saints' final 53-man roster during Sunday's 26-24 preseason win against Kansas City.

Edwards played the most snaps of any Saints wideout in Sunday's contest (34), catching three of his five targets for 37 yards. The 24-year-old ultimately played all of his snaps during the second half as part of the New Orleans' third-string offense piloted by rookie quarterback Jake Haener. The release of James Washington on Tuesday should help Edwards' chances of making the final 53-man roster, but he'll likely have to make some more standout plays this preseason if he wants to secure a spot ahead of Keith Kirkwood, Lynn Bowden, Kawaan Baker and others in New Orleans' wide receiver corps.

The Raiders signed Zuber on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Zuber spent last summer with the Raiders before being part of final cuts. He was back with Las Vegas earlier this offseason but was let go in April. Zuber knows coach Josh McDaniels' system well after appearing in four games for the Patriots in 2020.

Washington was released by the Saints on Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Washington linked up with New Orleans in May, but he was unable to make enough of an impact to remain in contention for a roster spot. The 27-year-old has yet to match his second pro season, where he garnered a reputation as a downfield threat and averaged 16.7 yards-per-catch on 44 receptions for 735 yards. He'll now work to find a new opportunity.

St. Brown is likely competing with rookie Tyler Scott for the Bears' No. 4 wide receiver role, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

St. Brown gives the Bears a strong blocking option from the wide receiver spot, which is something the team needs. However, with Chicago having invested a fourth-round pick on Scott, his speed may make him a rotational deep threat. With both expected to make the regular-season roster, they likely will have different roles based on situation.

Jones muffed a punt in the Bears' first preseason game, and he may be battling to earn a roster spot, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

After Jones' miscue on the punt return, the coaching staff called it a teachable moment. But after a number of costly mistakes on special teams, the 2022 third-round pick may need a strong close to camp to lock down a roster spot. Jones was drafted because of his speed and potential as a returner, and he's not expected to be in consideration for any of the top-four receiver spots.

Moore (ribs) will participate in individual drills at Tuesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Moore was forced out of last weekend's preseason game early after taking a shot to the ribs, but the Browns said afterward that he was merely day-to-day. Moore's return to practice confirms he avoided anything serious, and his Week 1 availability isn't in doubt. He's expected to line up all over the formation for Cleveland this season.

Ross (leg) departed Tuesday's practice early but is believed to have avoided a serious injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Ross may not have to miss much time due to a leg issue that required him to leave Tuesday's session on a cart, but it could well impact his status for Saturday's preseason game against Arizona. Every rep is key for Ross, who is competing to make the regular-season roster after having lost his rookie campaign due to a foot injury. His chances of earning a role in Kansas City's receiving corps will be aided the earlier he's able to get back on the field.

Ross (undisclosed) left Tuesday's practice early on a cart, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

Ross has logged a strong training camp as he pushes for a roster spot, but even a minor issue could derail his momentum. The former Clemson star missed his rookie season due to a foot injury, but there are opportunities available in Kansas City's wide receiver corps heading into the 2023 regular season, if Ross can stay healthy enough to claim them.

Remigio appeared to suffer a wrist injury during practice Tuesday, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Remigio left the field holding his left wrist while he was carted off. The Fresno State product is working to make the team after going undrafted in 2023 and was impressive during the team's preseason game Sunday against the Saints, according to Taylor. He'll now focus on getting healthy, so he can continue trying to break camp on the 53-man roster.