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Parker is closing in on a two-year contract with the Dolphins, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

Reports earlier this offseason suggested the Dolphins would rescind Parker's fifth-year option and allow him to walk in free agency. It now appears the team will give him a shot to establish himself with a new coaching staff, working on a two-year contract that maxes out at $13 million with incentives. The quarterback situation in Miami remains unsettled as the team begins a rebuilding plan under new head coach Brian Flores.

Agholor is likely to remain with the Eagles for 2019, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Between Agholor's non-guaranteed $9.38 million salary and the impending trade for DeSean Jackson, it's easy to see why there's been some discussion about the 2015 first-round pick getting released or traded. While there's still some chance he ends up elsewhere, Agholor would be a comfortable fit in the slot while Jackson and Alshon Jeffery (ribs) operate along the sidelines. The Eagles might consider a multi-year extension if they want to clear up some cap space without losing the 2015 first-round pick.

Godwin could see a major boost in potential usage and fantasy upside with the trade of DeSean Jackson to the Eagles and the departure of Adam Humphries to the Titans.

Jackson (74) and Humphries (105) take a combined 179 targets out of town with Monday's developments, which figure to be a boon to Godwin's fantasy value and production during the coming campaign. The Penn State product often played a starter's allotment of snaps even when the receiving corps was at full health last season, and he saw a robust 95 targets in his own right during 2018. Godwin has both the size (6-foot-1, 209 pounds) and downfield chops (10 catches of over 20 yards in 2018, 14.7 career YPC) to help make up for the loss of the unique skill sets of his pair of departing teammates, and he's gained valuable experience in the nuances of the position by playing in all 32 games over his first two NFL seasons. Moreover, the offensive system being installed by new head coach Bruce Arians is nothing if not passing-game friendly, yet another factor in Godwin's favor. While the Buccaneers could well invest some capital at the receiver position in next month's draft, Godwin's talent and upside presumably give him a clear edge over any potential rookie addition.

Bellamy is close to signing a contract with the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Bellamy saw limited work as the fourth receiver in Chicago in 2018, catching 14 of 25 targets for 117 yards and a touchdown. Perhaps the most value that the 29-year-old possesses is on special teams, as he played 274 snaps in that category last season. Bellamy likely won't provide any fantasy value in most formats, even with the switch in teams.

Carter is re-signing an undisclosed contract with the Texans.

When injuries pilled up in the Texans' receiving corps last season, Carter was thrust into a slot role and caught 20 of 23 targets for 195 yards in seven games. The 25-year-old also was prominent on special teams, racking up 221 kick return yards and 146 punt return yards. Carter will likely return to his depth role as a wide receiver and return man on special teams in 2019.

Humphries will sign with the Titans, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

The 25-year-old is coming off a 2018 campaign in which he hauled in 76 passes for 816 yards and five TDs for Tampa Bay. He'll give the Titans an upgrade out of the slot position, while working as a steady complement to rising wideout Corey Davis.

Crowder is closing in on a deal with the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Looking to bounce back from an injury-plagued 2018 campaign, Crowder will man the slot in New York while Robby Anderson and Quincy Enunwa take most of the snaps outside. None of the bunch is proven as a true No. 1 target, but they're each useful players with vastly different skill sets. Crowder's career marks of 11.9 yards per catch and 8.0 per target are excellent by the standards of a slot specialist. His fantasy value largely hinges on the continued development of quarterback Sam Darnold, who came on strong at the end of his rookie campaign.

Smith-Schuster is slated to become the Steelers' unquestioned No. 1 wide receiver following the trade of Antonio Brown to the Raiders, Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Brown's disappearing act in Week 17 allowed Smith-Schuster to lead the Steelers in catches (111) and receiving yards (1,426), ending a streak of five years for the former. With Brown's saga coming to a close, Smith-Schuster undoubtedly will top the depth chart in 2019 in an offense that has ranked in the top 10 for both points and yards each of the past five campaigns. The biggest question mark will be how Smith-Schuster reacts to increased attention from opposing defensive coordinators. In three games without Brown in his two pro seasons -- the 2018 regular-season finale, plus Weeks 16 and 17 of 2017 -- Smith-Schuster totaled 20 receptions (on 27 targets) for 255 yards and three touchdowns.

The Panthers picked up Smith's contract option for 2019, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

Given his sizable cap hit and minimal 2018 contribution, it's surprising to see Smith keep his place on the roster without accepting a pay cut. The Panthers could change their minds later this offseason, as Smith's 2019 compensation consists solely of a non-guaranteed $5 million base salary, per overthecap.com. The 30-year-old wideout figures to serve as a low-volume deep threat if he stays with the Panthers.

The Broncos tendered Patrick on Thursday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Patrick went from little-known undrafted free agent to special-teams contributor to promising young target all in the course of a few months. He finished particularly strong with 19 receptions and a team-high 242 yards during the final four games of 2018. Patrick figures to be prominent component of Denver's young core of the future featuring Courtland Sutton and DaeSean Hamilton. That future may come right away depending on whether or not veteran Emmanuel Sanders returns to form in 2019.