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Claypool recorded three receptions on nine targets for 70 yards in Sunday's Week 2 loss to the Raiders.

Claypool was consistently targeted deep by Ben Roethlisberger, but the pair largely failed to connect. The one notable play between them came early in the fourth quarter, when Claypool hauled in a 52-yard pass to key a drive that ended in a touchdown. While much of Pittsburgh's offense is based around short and quick passes, Claypool stands out as the primary big-play threat. That could lead to plenty of explosive performances but may also result in frequent inefficiency as well.

Smith recorded two receptions on seven targets for 16 yards in Sunday's Week 2 loss to the 49ers.

Smith was the favorite target of Jalen Hurts, but the pair didn't find the same connection they showcased in Week 1. The Eagles' offense struggled overall, with Quez Watkins being the primary member of the offense to post notable production. While it's a positive that Smith remained the top target in the offense, his down performance highlights the volatility that the Eagles' offense could experience throughout the season.

Mickens (hip) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against Atlanta, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Mickens will surely go for testing Monday. More word on the severity of the injury should come out soon after.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Johnson "hurt his knee" on the final play of Sunday's 26-17 loss to the Raiders and "is being evaluated," Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Johnson made his ninth and final catch for 11 yards when he sustained the injury. According to Field Yates of ESPN, Johnson needed assistance from two teammates to get off the field, so his status should be watched closely in the coming days as the Steelers get more clarity on the nature of the issue. If Johnson is sidelined for any length of time, James Washington figures to move up the depth chart and join Chase Claypool and JuJu Smith-Schuster as Pittsburgh's top three wide receivers.

Duvernay (groin) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Chiefs.

As is fellow wideout Marquise Brown (ankle), a context that makes it tough to count on Duvernay for a high-volume role in Week 2, with Sammy Watkins also in the mix. Though he earned a 57 percent snap share in Week 1's loss to the Raiders, Duvernay caught just one pass (on two targets) for six yards in the contest.

Brown (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against Kansas City.

After sitting out the first two practices of the week, Brown worked in a limited fashion Friday and will now give it a go Sunday night. Assuming no setbacks or limitations, the speedster should combine with Sammy Watkins to continue to lead Baltimore's wideout corps versus Kansas City. In this past Monday's season-opening loss to the Raiders, Brown logged 47 of a possible 68 snaps on offense en route to catching all six of his targets for 69 yards and a TD.

Berrios caught seven of 11 targets for 73 yards in Sunday's 25-6 loss to New England.

Berrios led the Jets in targets, catches and receiving yards as Zach Wilson shied away from pushing the ball downfield after being picked off four times and peppered the slot receiver underneath. While Berrios has filled in admirably for Jamison Crowder (groin) in the slot over the first two games, piling up 12 catches for 124 yards, his role will diminish substantially if Crowder's able to return in Week 3 against the Broncos.

Sutton recorded nine receptions on 12 targets for 159 yards in Sunday's Week 2 win over Jacksonville.

Sutton was the clear leader among the Broncos' receiving corps, commanding a target on 12 of the team's 34 pass attempts. He delivered an explosive performance, highlighted by gains off 55, 33 and 16 yards. The only thing missing was a trip to the end zone. After limited production in Week 1, Sutton recorded his first 100-yard receiving game since Week 10 of the 2019 season.

Mickens picked up a hip injury in Sunday's game against the Falcons and has been deemed questionable to return, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Mickens has played exclusively on special teams as a kick and punt returner so far this season. He had one kick return for 19 yards before departing. Giovani Bernard and Scotty Miller already have each returned kicks in the contest and will likely continue to fill in while the 27-year-old is out.

Parker caught five of nine targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 35-0 loss to the Bills.

Parker led the team in targets and finished second behind Jaylen Waddle (six catches for 48 yards on eight targets) in both receptions and receiving yards. Miami's entire offense struggled, as backup Jacoby Brissett threw for just 169 yards on 40 attempts after replacing Tua Tagovailoa (ribs). Will Fuller (personal) would provide more competition for targets if he makes his return in Week 3 against the Raiders, and Miami's entire offense will be tough to trust if Tagovailoa remains sidelined.