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Harry saw his share of work with the Patriots' starters during Tuesday's minicamp session, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

The rookie still has a way to go when it comes to gaining chemistry with quarterback Tom Brady, but as the first wide receiver taken in the first round by the Patriots in the Bill Belichick era, Harry should get every opportunity to make an immediate splash on offense. Julian Edelman remains entrenched in a high-volume slot gig, but with Josh Gordon's playing status in limbo, there's a path for Harry to open the coming season in a key role. He'll have to fend off Phillip Dorsett -- who was productive at times last season when the team's wideout corps was shorthanded -- as well as Demaryius Thomas, who is working back from an Achilles' injury. As a big-bodied pass-catcher with top-shelf body control, Harry possesses fantasy appeal as a rookie that extends beyond dynasty formats.

Coach Brian Flores indicated Butler (leg) isn't dealing with a serious injury and said the receiver could return to practice later this week, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler left Tuesday's practice with the injury, but it sounds like he'll be fine. When back on the field, the 29-year-old will resume his bid for depth-chart slotting behind Kenny Stills, DeVante Parker and Albert Wilson.

Beasley is working his way back from core abdominal surgery and is expected to be good to go by training camp, Mark Ludwiczak the Bills Digest reports.

The surgery was to correct his osteitis pubis, a rare groin/abdomen injury that he suffered during training camp last season. He ultimately played through it, but opted for surgery this offseason. He is now entering his eighth season and first away from Dallas. The 30-year-old pass catcher currently projects as the third wide receiver on the Bills' depth chart behind John Brown and Zay Jones.

Samuel didn't take part in Tuesday's practice due to a suspected minor injury, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Samuel possesses the athletic ability and route-running prowess to potentially contribute as a rookie, but it appears he may be sidelined temporarily by an unknown issue. Barring word of a more significant problem, the 2019 second-round pick will likely rejoin the mix relatively soon.

Wilson (undisclosed) did not participate in Tuesday's practice, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

After impressing Tampa Bay coaches during OTAs, Wilson will begin the team's mandatory minicamp on the sideline. The injury, however, is being viewed as minor, so Wilson shouldn't remain out for long.

Brown left Tuesday's practice with an undisclosed injury and did not return, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Brown suffered the injury while running a route during a drill and came up limping. It's unclear exactly what caused Brown to leave the practice field, but the team should have an update on his health in the next day or so.

Butler suffered a leg injury during Tuesday's practice, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

Butler had already been working his way back from a foot injury, but it's unclear if the one he suffered Tuesday is related in any way. The Dolphins should provide an update on Butler's status when they return to practice Wednesday.

Evans did not participate in practice Tuesday due to an undisclosed injury, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Tuesday kicked off the first day of the team's mandatory minicamp, and Evans' absence is somewhat surprising given that he has been healthy all offseason. It's unclear exactly what sort of injury he is dealing with.

Jones did not participate in practice Tuesday due to an undisclosed injury, Mike Rodak of ESPN.com reports.

Jones has been healthy all offseason, so it's unclear exactly what his him sidelined. The Bills don't appear to be overly concerned with Jones' health, however, so this may just be precautionary at this point in the offseason. With Cole Beasley (abdomen) still out, the Bills will be without two of their top receiving options to kick off this week of practice.

Beckham arrived at the Browns' facility and will report for mandatory minicamp Tuesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Beckham was a part-time participant in the voluntary portion of the offseason program and should be a full participant in all activities the rest of the summer. There hasn't been anything to suggest his quad/thigh injury from last season is still an issue.