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Samuel caught both of his targets for 14 yards in Saturday's 23-21 preseason loss to the Panthers.

Samuel was the target of Carson Wentz's first pass, which went for a gain of six yards. Two possessions later, he chipped in an eight-yard reception to give the Commanders a fresh set of downs. Most importantly, Samuel appears to be fully healthy after he managed only 79 total snaps with Washington in 2021.

McLaurin recorded one catch on two targets for 16 yards in Saturday's 23-21 preseason loss to the Panthers.

The Commanders' offense sputtered on its first two possessions, but McLaurin began the third drive with a 16-yard catch on a pass delivered by Carson Wentz. McLaurin is coming off a relatively disappointing 2021 season, but an upgrade at quarterback provides some optimism that he will be able to return to his 2020 form, when he tallied 87 receptions for 1,118 yards across 15 games.

Lamb isn't slated to suit up for Saturday's preseason game in Denver, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

All of Lamb, quarterback Dak Prescott and running backs Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard are in store for no action in the Cowboys' exhibition opener. With Michael Gallup (knee) still on the PUP list and James Washington out until late September due to a broken foot, rookie third-rounder Jalen Tolbert, Noah Brown and Dennis Houston, among others, are the team's available wide receivers Saturday.

Dotson played in Saturday's 23-21 preseason loss to the Panthers but did not see a target.

Carson Wentz directed a pass toward Dotson deep down the right side of the field late in the first quarter. However, it wasn't counted as an official target because defensive holding was called on the play. Dotson has reportedly shown strong rapport with Wentz during training camp and drew a start in the Commanders' first preseason game, but he'll have to wait at least another week before showcasing his skills in game action.

Gage (leg) isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason contest against the Dolphins.

Fellow wide receivers Mike Evans (hamstring), Chris Godwin (knee) and Julio Jones also won't suit up in the Bucs' exhibition opener. With Tom Brady tending to a personal matter at the moment, Tampa Bay's offense won't trot out its primary skill-position talent until next Saturday at Tennessee, at the earliest.

Cooks isn't slated to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Saints, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Among the Texans' skill positions, only running back Rex Burkhead is expected to join Cooks in street clothes. With Cooks unavailable to the offense, Nico Collins, Chris Conley and Chris Moore, among others, are the next players up at wide receiver.

Coutee was ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against the Bills after he suffered a groin injury, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Coutee's next opportunity to play should come during the Colts' preseason exhibition against the Lions on Aug. 20, though it's currently unclear if he'll be able to practice leading up to this game. If the wideout is unable to go this week, backups Dezmon Patmon, DeMichael Harris and Ethan Fernea should see increased snaps this preseason.

Waddle isn't slated to play in Saturday's preseason game in Tampa Bay.

All of Waddle, fellow wide receiver Tyreek Hill, starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and running backs Chase Edmonds and Raheem Mostert are sitting out the Dolphins' exhibition opener. As a result, the receiving corps will feature Cedrick Wilson, Preston Williams and Trent Sherfield, among others, Saturday.

Hill isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game at Tampa Bay.

The Dolphins are sitting the vast majority of their starters in the exhibition opener, with fellow wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and running backs Chase Edmonds and Raheem Mostert taking a seat. With Hill and Waddle out, the team is rolling with Cedrick Wilson, Preston Williams and Trent Sherfield at wideout Saturday.

Coach Kyle Shanahan said Gray will miss a few days due to hip and back soreness, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Gray broke loose for a 76-yard touchdown down the left sideline during Friday's preseason win against the Packers, connecting with Trey Lance in the process. Overall, Gray hauled in two of four targets for 99 yards and the score. That said, the rookie third-round pick emerged with a pair of health concerns, which could impact his availability for upcoming joint practices with the Vikings and next Saturday's exhibition in Minnesota.