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The Packers activated Lazard (core) from injured reserve Tuesday.

The Packers opened Lazard's 21-day practice window Oct. 28, so they had until Wednesday to bring him back to the active roster. After nearly three weeks of practice to prove he's recovered from Oct. 1 core-muscle surgery, he's been cleared to return and should vie with the surging Marquez Valdes-Scantling right away for No. 2 WR looks behind Davante Adams. Prior to the aforementioned procedure, Lazard totaled 13 catches (on 17 targets) for 254 yards and two touchdowns through three games.

Johnson did not see a single target in Sunday's 29-21 loss to Miami.

It's ironic that Sunday marked Johnson's highest number of offensive snaps (13) for the season, but yet he still did not see a single target. Unless a play is specifically schemed for Johnson, it's pretty evident the depth wideout has very little utility in the offense. With a low total of just three targets this season, fantasy managers should keep in mind that it will take multiple injuries until Johnson can really become a fantasy factor.

Guyton caught four of his six targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 29-21 loss to Miami.

Sunday's matchup was a season high in targets and receptions for Guyton. The receiver saw fewer snaps (44) than Mike Williams (48) but still managed to double his number of receptions. Credit the extra emphasis on Guyton to the Dolphins' dynamic cornerback duo, as both Byron Jones and Xavien Howard made things difficult for Williams and Keenan Allen. While this was an unusually successful game for Guyton, the Chargers take on the Jets next week, which might allow for another opportunity to thrive.

Williams caught two of his five targets for 38 yards in Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Dolphins.

Williams was overshadowed by Jalen Guyton this week as the No. 3 receiver caught double the number of passes. Quarterback Justin Herbert didn't seem to look for Williams a lot until the fourth quarter, when he dropped two passes and one of his targets got intercepted. Williams also has not registered a touchdown in three consecutive weeks, but he could be poised for a nice outing with the lowly Jets on tap for Week 11.

Treadwell was placed on the practice squad COVID-19 list Tuesday, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

The 2016 first-rounder will be away from the Falcons' facility for at least five days. With Treadwell now on the COVID list, the Falcons are signing linebacker James Carlock to their practice squad.

Jones caught his lone target for six yards in Sunday's 37-12 win over the Broncos.

Jones has now logged 10 or less offensive snaps in four consecutive games since the Raiders' Week 6 bye. Fellow receiver Bryan Edwards' recent return from injury doesn't help Jones' case for playing time moving forward, while starters Nelson Agholor, Henry Ruggs and Hunter Renfrow remain at full strength as well.

Edwards caught his only target for 16 yards in Sunday's 37-12 win over the Broncos.

Edwards, who saw the field for just one play in Week 9 upon his return from ankle and foot injuries, was somewhat factored back into the mix with a 28-percent snap share Sunday. He figures to remain behind Nelson Agholor, Henry Ruggs and Hunter Renfrow in the pecking order at wide receiver when the Raiders host the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football.

Thielen caught four of seven targets for 43 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Thielen started the night with a spectacular, one-handed touchdown from 17 yards out. Although he subsequently dropped a pass that was intercepted, the veteran responded by scoring from six yards to give the Vikings their final lead in the fourth quarter. Through nine games, Thielen has topped 100 yards just twice, an amount doubled by rookie teammate Justin Jefferson, but his nine touchdowns have nonetheless kept him highly valuable. Considering in Week 11 he'll face a Dallas defense that's allowed 21 passing touchdown this season, Thielen should like his chances of another end-zone trip come Sunday.

Jefferson caught eight of 10 targets for 135 yards in Monday night's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Jefferson continued his dazzling rookie campaign, leading the Vikings in catches, targets and receiving yards. Although running mate Adam Thielen hauled in both of Minnesota's touchdowns through the air, Jefferson still topped 100 yards for the fourth time thus far, with Monday's total including a long gain of 54 yards on a third-and-long late in the third quarter. That set up a tying field goal, and the Vikings would take the lead on the next drive. On the back of another outstanding showing, Jefferson will now look forward to Week 11's matchup against a Cowboys defense that's surrendered the second-most passing touchdowns league-wide this season.

Mooney caught both his targets for three yards in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Monday.

Whenever the Bears were in obvious passing situations, which was often, the Vikings blitzed relentlessly, which basically eliminated any potential for a downfield passing attack. As a result, Mooney was a non-factor while seeing only a pair of screen passes. He's now been held to fewer than 36 yards for the third time this season, though his typical target volume makes him a potential flex option in weekly lineups.