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Moore corralled five of nine targets for 38 receiving yards during Sunday's 51-13 loss to the 49ers.

Unlike fellow Panthers wideout Curtis Samuel, Moore had proven to be a high-floor option through the first seven weeks of the regular season by compiling six-plus catches and more than 70 receiving yards in four of his first six outings to kick off the year. Against a San Francisco defense that entered the contest ranked No. 1 in the NFL with 133.5 passing yards allowed per game, however, the second-year receiver struggled to get much going, as the Panthers were held under 30 points for just the second time in the team's past five outings. Upcoming in Week 9 is a matchup against a Titans defense that allowed Mike Evans to rack up 11 catches for 198 yards and two touchdowns, but otherwise did not permit a Buccaneers player to score or exceed 45 receiving yards Sunday.

Samuel caught four of 11 targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 51-13 loss to the 49ers.

The 23-year-old wideout has been a largely inefficient player this season when garnering a massive workshare, as he has established a catch rate of 44.7 percent in four games with at least seven targets. Samuel is typically a profitable fantasy play when he gets into the end zone, but in his five outings this season when he does not score, Samuel is averaging just 3.6 catches and 44 receiving yards per game. Upcoming next is a Week 9 matchup against a Tennessee defense that so far this season ranks among the NFL's worst in receptions (95) and receiving yards (1,239) allowed to opposing wideouts.

Ridley (head) had to be evaluated for a concussion midway through Sunday's 27-20 loss to Seattle, but he was able to reenter the game and accumulate four receptions for 70 yards on seven targets.

Ridley was coming off a disappointing four-catch, 30-yard outing in his prior showing, but he was able to produce two explosive plays of 19-plus yards Sunday, while also pitching in a successful two-point conversion during Atlanta's opening drive of the second half. His four touchdowns to the midway point of 2019 are impressive, but Ridley is averaging per-game outputs of fewer than 3.5 catches and 35 receiving yards in his four appearances without a touchdown this season. He may not need a score to provide another respectable fantasy output when the Falcons return to the field Nov. 10, facing a Saints defense that entered Week 8 as a bottom-eight unit in both receiving yards (1,252) and receiving touchdowns (nine) allowed to opposing wideouts.

Boyd caught six of nine targets for 65 yards and added a three-yard run during Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Rams.

Boyd came up with some heroics late in the fourth quarter, with Cincinnati facing 4th-and-long and behind two scores. The Pitt product split between defenders and came up with the 18-yard grab to convert. The Bengals failed to convert on fourth down again later in the drive. With A.J. Green (ankle) on the sidelines thus far this season, Boyd has been fed at least six targets in every game and double-digit targets in five of eight contests. That hasn't translated to much on the stat sheet, as Boyd has topped 70 yards just twice and scored just once. Next up, after the bye, is a Ravens defense that held Boyd to a season-low 10 yards in Week 6.

Erickson caught six of seven targets for 97 yards during Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Rams.

Erickson was bottled up for much of the afternoon before slipping past the defense for a 52-yard reception during the final minute of the game. It was Erickson's second catch for at least 45 yards in as many games after no such receptions in his first three-plus seasons in the league. There's little to look forward to for the Bengals this season, but Erickson seems to be turning up the heat, averaging seven touches and 98.7 total yards in his last three games. Next up, after the bye, is a Baltimore defense that surrendered 64 total yards to Erickson in Week 6.

Crowder caught three of five targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 29-15 loss to Jacksonville.

Crowder made a great first impression with a 14-catch Jets debut, and he topped 90 yards in both the season opener and New York's Week 6 win over Dallas. The slot receiver has been a non-factor outside of those games, however, failing to top 40 yards in any other contest and still searching for his first touchdown in Green and White. If you're thinking of cutting bait on Crowder, it could be wise to give him one more chance, as he'll face the Dolphins in Week 9.

Adams (toe) is inactive for Sunday's contest in Kansas City, Jason Wahlers of the Packers' official site reports.

Adams got back on the field this week, but despite some light jogging and even catching passes Friday, he was listed as a non-participant on every Week 8 injury report. Ultimately, his designation of "doubtful" forecast a fourth consecutive absence, but Adam Schefter noted Adams likely will return to action next Sunday against the Chargers in L.A. For one more week, though, Marquez Valdes-Scantling will lead a Packers receiving corps that otherwise includes Jimmy Graham, Geronimo Allison, Allen Lazard and Jake Kumerow.

Anderson caught four of six targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 29-15 loss to Jacksonville.

With trade rumors swirling around him, Anderson delivered a mediocre performance in what could end up being his final game as a Jet. With New York now 1-6, don't be surprised to see the speedy wide receiver dealt to a more fantasy-friendly situation before Tuesday's trade deadline, as New York would rather get something for the pending free agent rather than let him walk for free at season's end. If Anderson remains with the Jets, he'd get a juicy Week 9 matchup against Miami.

Humphries caught three of six targets for 24 receiving yards during Sunday's 27-23 win against Tampa Bay.

The 26-year-old wideout entered 2019 with a hopeful fantasy outlook after establishing new career bests in catches (76), receiving yards (816) and touchdowns (five) during his final year in Tampa Bay, and inking a four-year, $36 million contract with the Titans in March. Production has thus far been sporadic despite those elevated expectations, as Humphries has fewer than 50 receiving yards in seven of eight appearances and is yet to get into the end zone this season. Upcoming next, Humphries and the Titans' receiving corps will be opposing a Panthers defense that entered Week 8 allowing the second-most receptions (102) and 11th-most receiving yards (1,135) to opposing wideouts on the season.

Reynolds caught three of eight targets for 73 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 24-10 win over Cincinnati. He lost a yard on a run.

Reynolds enjoyed season highs across the board Sunday as Brandin Cook (concussion) was knocked out early. He filled in admirably, particularly on a 31-yard touchdown up the seam early in the second quarter. The Rams have a bye week before taking on the Steelers in Week 10. Reynolds' value will depend heavily on whether Cooks, who has suffered concussions in the past, is ready to play.