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Grant hauled in his only target for 19 yards, rushed once for 29 yards, returned two kickoffs for 31 yards and brought back two punts for 28 yards in the Dolphins' 31-13 win over the Jaguars on Thursday.

The speedster was fairly busy due to his multiple responsibilities, but he once again played a minimal role as a receiver. The good news is that Grant has caught all five targets he's seen thus far this season, but those have amounted to just 46 yards. Grant has yet to see his blazing speed translate to game action, as Thursday's 19-yard catch counts as the longest of his season-plus as a pro. He'll look to up his production from scrimmage in a Week 4 home matchup against the Seahawks on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Parker secured all five targets for 69 yards in the Dolphins' 31-13 win over the Jaguars on Thursday.

Parker had shaken his hamstring concerns by putting in a full practice Wednesday, and he was able to log a normal workload while co-leading the team in receptions and setting the pace in receiving yardage. The 27-year-old has been able to carry over his 2019 rapport with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick into this season despite the limited practice time in a new offense, as he's now brought in 14 of 17 targets for 169 yards and a touchdown through three games. Parker will now have a chance to get his legs some extra rest ahead of a Week 4 home matchup against the Seahawks on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Bowden (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Jaguars.

Bowden only played five percent of offensive snaps Week 2, so his absence won't carry very noticeable fantasy repercussions. Jakeem Grant and Mack Hollins will serve as Miami's depth wideouts behind DeVante Parker, Preston Williams and Isaiah Ford.

Moore (finger) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice.

Moore made his first appearance in practice in two weeks, as he's failed to suit up in either game this season. The good news for the wideout is he'll have an extra day to prepare with his team playing Monday against Kansas City. Moore is more of a depth wideout and a special teams ace, so his return or absence won't affect much from an offensive perspective.

Watson (shoulder) didn't participate in Thursday's practice.

On Wednesday, coach Bruce Arians called Watson's injury a hand/wrist issue, but the Buccaneers' practice report has termed it a shoulder concern. In any case, Watson hasn't made his presence felt on the practice field this week, hurting his chances to suit up Sunday in Denver. If he's unable to, Tampa Bay may turn to Tyler Johnson to serve as the No. 4 wide receiver behind Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Scotty Miller (hip/groin).

Harry (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.

As did Julian Edelman (knee), but so far there's nothing to suggest that either player is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Raiders. It wouldn't surprise us though to see the duo listed as questionable on the team's final Week 3 injury report.

Miller (hip/groin) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.

Through two games, Miller has benefited from both of the Buccaneers' top two wide receivers dealing with injuries, logging 60-70 percent of the team's snaps on offense. The usage has translated to seven catches (on nine targets) for 84 yards and no touchdowns. Now, Miller is dealing with an injury of his own, but at least he's been able to manage some activity in both sessions this week. Look for his status to receive some clarity by the release of Friday's injury report.

Thomas (ankle) was held out of practice Thursday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

For the second straight day, Thomas was listed as a non-participant, but on this occasion the Saints actually took the field without the wide receiver. He'll have one more opportunity to get in some practice reps before the team will assign a designation for a Week 3 showdown with the Packers. If Thomas is unable to suit up again, the Saints will rely on Emmanuel Sanders and Tre'Quan Smith as their top two WR, with Deonte Harris and Marquez Callaway filling in on occasion.

Cooks (quadriceps) was a Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com in Thursday's practice.

Limited work in practice has become the norm for Cooks, who is still trying to shake off the quad injury that's bothered him since training camp. The quad issue hasn't stopped Cooks from playing both of the Texans' games to date, and he took an encouraging step forward Week 2 by playing 90 percent of the offensive snaps and finishing with five receptions for 95 yards on eight targets in Houston's loss to Baltimore. Assuming his limitations in practice are precautionary rather than indicative of a setback, Cooks should again be cleared to start and handle a heavy snap load Sunday in Pittsburgh.

Thomas (ankle) wasn't present for the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

If Thomas indeed doesn't participate Thursday, it'll mark his second session in a row without any activity. He was given a timeline of 2-to-4 weeks to recover from the left high ankle sprain suffered in the season opener, so another DNP this Sunday versus the Packers won't surprise in the least. Thomas' official activity level will be known later Thursday afternoon.