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Williams hauled in three of his seven targets for 45 yards in Week 3 against the Texans.

Slowed early on in the season by a knee injury, Williams turned in his highest target total of the season. It's difficult to project expectations for him moving forward, however, as Philip Rivers threw the ball 46 times, inflating Williams' total targets. Clearly second in line for targets behind Keenan Allen for the time being, Williams may remain reliant on finding the end zone to rack up fantasy production. On the other hand, Week 4 could be the time for a breakout performance, as the Chargers draw a matchup with the the woeful Dolphins.

Johnson caught three of six targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the 49ers.

After catching only four passes for 42 yards through the first two games of the year, primarily with Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) under center, Johnson showed some chemistry with new starting QB Mason Rudolph and was on the end of a 39-yard TD strike early in the fourth quarter. A third-round pick in this year's draft, Johnson will likely remain a fairly low-volume big-play threat moving forward, but the Steelers don't have an established No. 2 option in the passing game behind JuJu Smith-Schuster. If Rudolph and the rookie continue to click, he could wind up putting together a surprisingly productive campaign.

Smith-Schuster caught three of seven targets for 81 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the 49ers.

The receiver didn't seem to be on the same page as new quarterback Mason Rudolph for most of the game until the duo hooked up for a 76-yard TD late in the third quarter. Smith-Schuster caught the ball coming across the middle and split the secondary to take the ball to the house. It was JuJu's first touchdown of the year, but he's delivered steady production otherwise, coming up with at least 78 yards in all three games to date. With Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) done for the year, the Steelers' No. 1 WR will get plenty more chances to develop his connection with Rudolph further.

Moore caught one of two targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Saints.

This was Moore's first game back from a shoulder injury, and he made an impact in the first quarter by converting on third down with a 29-yard grab. However, Moore couldn't haul in his only other target of the game. The third-year pro still has a lot of upside, although he's going to have to fight for targets against Tyler Lockett, D.K. Metcalf and Will Dissly.

Metcalf caught two of six targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Saints.

Metcalf made a spectacular 54-yard catch as time ran out in the first half, saving his day from becoming a complete fantasy dud. The rookie second-round pick is still tied with Jaron Brown for fourth on the team in targets behind Tyler Lockett (14) and Will Dissly (seven). Metcalf will look to capitalize on the opportunities better in Week 4's contest against the Cardinals' poor pass defense.

Thomas caught five of seven targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against Seattle.

Thomas was the second-most targeted receiver behind Alvin Kamara, creating some concern about his production with Teddy Bridgewater under center. On the other hand, he hauled in five of his seven targets and also found the end zone -- a continuation of his heralded efficiency. All told, some of Thomas' ceiling appears to be taken away by the absence of Drew Brees (thumb), but he remains a key part of an offense that Bridgewater showed the ability to run competently. Thomas will draw a Week 4 matchup against the Cowboys.

Godwin caught three of four targets for 40 yards during Sunday's 32-31 loss to the Giants.

Godwin took a back seat to Mike Evans, who exploded for 190 yards and three touchdowns in this one. He still tied for second on the team in targets, but he did little of note outside of a 20-yard gain, which accounted for half his output. Godwin totaled 174 yards and a pair of touchdowns on 15 catches across the first two games, but this was a reminder that he's still the second option in the passing attack behind Evans. Still, both wideouts should have room to produce next Sunday on the road against the Rams.

Kirk caught 10 of 12 targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Panthers.

He led the Cards in catches, yards and targets on the afternoon, but Kirk's longest reception went for only 13 yards as Kyler Murray was running for his life much of the game and had to get rid of the ball quickly. The second-year receiver is still looking for his first TD of the season, but through three games, Kirk's proven to be one of Murray's most reliable options, catching 20 passes for 205 yards.

Evans caught eight of 15 targets for 190 yards and three touchdowns during Sunday's 32-31 loss to the Giants.

Evans was a one-man wrecking crew in the first half, catching three touchdown passes to help his team to an 18-point lead at the break. He added a season-long reception of 55 yards as well, finishing with the best yardage output since his rookie year. This is exactly what fantasy owners wanted to see from Evans, who totaled just 89 receiving yards on six catches through his first two games. He'll look to pick up where he left off next Sunday on the road against the Rams.

Ridley recorded one reception for a gain of six yards during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Colts.

Ridley's lack of production comes as a surprising dud after the second-year wideout compiled 12 receptions for 169 yards and two touchdowns between Weeks 1 and 2. He was truly the only main component of the Falcons' passing attack that Indianapolis was capable of holding down, as Julio Jones, Mohamed Sanu and Austin Hooper all had six-plus receptions and more than 65 receiving yards. Week 4 presents a matchup against a Titans defense that is yet to allow an opposing wideout to exceed 80 receiving yards in a game this season.