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Reagor says he takes pride in being adaptable, noting that he's been learning the "X" receiver spot in coach Doug Pederson's offense, Daniel Gallen of PennLive.com reports.

Pederson said in June that Reagor would start off studying the Z spot behind DeSean Jackson, who is now healthy after missing 13 games last season. But that plan assumes the Eagles have good options for the X and slot roles, which doesn't really appear to be the case with Alshon Jeffery rehabbing from Lisfranc surgery and Marquise Goodwin opting out of the 2020 season. The Eagles may need Reagor in a top-three role out of the gate, and his 4.47 speed in a 206-pound frame hints at inside/outside versatility. The X role probably offers his best shot at immediate fantasy value, as Jackson figures to take most of the Z snaps, while the slot receiver (possibly Greg Ward) will frequently come off the field to make room for No. 2 tight end Dallas Goedert. J.J. Arcega-Whiteside is also expected to compete for the X job, but he'll need to take a big step forward from last year to avoid being left in the dust by Philly's first-round pick.

Miller may be the favorite to open the season in the No. 3 receiver role, Scott Smith and Carmen Vitali of the team's official website report.

Both Smith and Vitali cite Miller's experience edge in the offense as the reason why he's likelier than fifth-round pick Tyler Johnson to open the regular season directly under Chris Godwin and Mike Evans on the depth chart. In an offseason devoid of on-field work until late July, it's reasonable to assume Johnson will be somewhat behind the curve in terms of mastering coach Bruce Arians' offense, likely postponing his potential ascension into the third receiver role until later in the season. Miller's 4.3 speed also makes him an X-factor, and both reporters point out it was Breshad Perriman's impressive wheels that kept him in the No. 3 role last season despite his questionable hands.

Beasley was placed on the active/non-football injury list Wednesday due to an upper-back issue, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.

The team's No. 3 wideout should have plenty of time to recover ahead of the team's Week 1 game. He already has the benefit of continuity with the Bills' offense and quarterback Josh Allen, but his situation remains worth monitoring nonetheless. Assuming the issue subsides, the biggest question surrounding Beasley's value will be how much the presence of offseason acquisition Stefon Diggs affects the team's other receivers.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said Wednesday that Brown (foot) is 100 percent healthy, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

While the onus is usually on the coaching staff to provide injury updates, there's little reason to doubt the reigning MVP's comments about his top wideout. After Baltimore was eliminated from the playoffs this past season, Brown had a screw removed from the foot that he previously required surgery on in January 2019, so he's had plenty of time to recover before training camp. Back in May, he was running routes and catching passes from Jackson, who anticipates a breakout season from the receiver in his second season.

Sims could get a look in the "Z" receiver spot under new Washington offensive coordinator Scott Turner, Mark Bullock of The Athletic reports.

Listed at 5-foot-10 and 176 pounds, Sims operated as a slot specialist last year, coming on strong at the end of his rookie campaign with 230 yards and four scores over the final four weeks. He's undersized even by slot standards, but he flashed some speed on a 65-yard touchdown run and a 91-yard kick return. With Kelvin Harmon (knee) out for the season and Washington otherwise lacking in wideout options across from Terry McLaurin, there may be an opportunity for Sims to capture the Z role Curtis Samuel handled in Turner's Carolina offense last year. Samuel finished 34th in the NFL in targets (104) and tied for 11th in air yards (1,520), but he was limited to 6.0 yards per target, the sixth-worst mark among qualified wide receivers. Sims was actually third-to-last at 5.5 YPT, with a 7.1 average depth of target (aDOT) and 60.7 percent catch rate. Even if the perimeter role doesn't pan out, Sims should have the edge over Trey Quinn for slot snaps.

The Giants placed Sills (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

Sills' placement on the COVID list means that he's either contracted the virus or been exposed to it and needs to quarantine. The West Virginia product spent most of the 2019 campaign on New York's practice squad after going undrafted. He had a brief stint on the active roster, but did not ultimately get the opportunity to make his NFL debut.

Edwards has recovered from the broken fifth metatarsal that he suffered in February, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Edwards picked up the injury while training for the combine and was initially given a recovery timetable of 8-to-12 weeks. By early April, he was moving without a walking boot, and the Raiders later took him in the third round of the draft. Edwards and rookie first-rounder Henry Ruggs (thigh) join a wide receiver group composed of Tyrell Williams, Hunter Renfrow and a smattering of uninspiring vets. With Renfrow occupying the slot, Edwards' best bet to get reps likely will come on the outside as a rookie.

The Titans placed Davis (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Tuesday, John Glennon of The Athletic reports.

Davis has missed just one game the last two seasons, accruing 108 catches (on 181 targets) for 1,492 yards and six touchdowns. With the emergence of 2019 second-round pick A.J. Brown, Davis has been relegated to No. 2 receiver in a run-dominant offense. Now with an unknown injury in tow, Davis will attempt to get healthy with an eye toward a Week 1 contest in Denver.

The 49ers placed Samuel (foot) on the active/non-football injury list Tuesday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

The move comes as no surprise due to the Jones fracture suffered by Samuel, which necessitated surgery June 18. At that time, he was believed to be facing a recovery of 10-to-12 weeks, but GM John Lynch mentioned Tuesday that Samuel may miss regular-season action. "Not going to put an exact timeline on it," Lynch told Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News. "But it's fair to say [Samuel] may miss some games at the start of the year." As a result, Samuel's standing as Week 1 approaches will be of keen interest for the 49ers' balanced offense. Any absence from Samuel will thrust Brandon Aiyuk and Kendrick Bourne into larger roles.

White cleared waivers Monday, after the Chiefs let him go with a non-football injury designation.

There hasn't been any report on the nature of White's injury. The undrafted rookie signed with Kansas City in late April, after putting up 922 yards and six touchdowns for Michigan State last season.