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NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports that teams seeking help at wide receiver will likely call the Eagles about the status of Brown before the Nov. 10 deadline.

Brown's lone regular-season game this season was in Week 2 against the Titans, when he rushed for 12 yards on two carries and did not record a target. He missed the next three games due to an ankle injury and was a healthy scratch for Week 6 against the Panthers, and the veteran wide receiver doesn't appear to be in the Eagles' offensive gameplan moving forward. The Eagles have a 2-4 record, and with franchise quarterback Jalen Hurts (calf) likely out for the rest of the season, the team could be looking to trade Brown and other players by the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

Watkins caught his lone target for 22 yards during the 49ers' 23-17 win over the Commanders on Monday.

Watkins connected with Brock Purdy on a 22-yard pass early in the second quarter, and all three of the former's catches this season have been for 20-plus yards. Watkins' 47 offensive snaps ended up leading all 49ers wide receivers, and the second-year pro's role in the passing game could expand in Week 8 against the Falcons on Oct. 25, depending on the availability of Mike Evans (Achilles) and Deebo Samuel (hamstring).

The Browns placed Means (knee) on the practice squad injured list Tuesday.

Means appeared in seven regular-season games for the Saints in 2024. Since then, he's been trying to find a spot on an NFL roster, though injuries have been a significant barrier along the way. The 25-year-old is now ineligible to be elevated ahead of Cleveland's next four regular-season games.

Pancol was cut from the Colts' practice squad Tuesday.

Pancol spent time with the Colts during training camp but was waived ahead of the 2026 campaign. Indianapolis signed him back to the practice squad on Sep. 23, though he will now presumably look for work with a new team.

The Colts signed Hardman to the practice squad Tuesday,

Hardman spent time with the Bills during training camp but was released ahead of the 2026 campaign. The veteran will get a chance to continue his NFL career with the Colts, and his services on special teams could be needed sooner rather than later if Ashton Dulin (hamstring) and Anthony Gould (concussion) can't suit up for the Week 7 meeting with the Vikings.

Brown (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's practice report.

Brown returned from a four-game absence this past Sunday against the Jets, and with no reported setbacks, his limited participation Monday and Tuesday is likely maintenance-related. Wednesday's injury report should clarify whether the Patriots' top WR will be fully cleared for Week 7 action.

Cowing accrued zero targets during Monday's 23-17 win against Washington.

Despite the absence of Deebo Samuel (hamstring) and the premature exit of Mike Evans (Achilles), Cowing went without a catch for the fifth time this season. With neither Samuel nor Evans a lock to suit up in Week 7 versus the Falcons, Cowing might see more snaps alongside Brandin Cooks and Jordan Watkins. However, that may not be the case if Demarcus Robinson (ankle) can manage to get on the field after spending time on injured reserve since the Week 2 win over Miami.

Brown hauled in his only target for six yards during Monday's 23-17 loss versus San Francisco.

Despite Terry McLaurin (knee) exiting early in the loss to the 49ers, Brown wasn't on the field more than usual. He wasn't any more productive, either, catching just one pass for the second straight contest. McLaurin will miss the remainder of the 2026 campaign after it was announced Tuesday that he had been diagnosed with a torn left patellar tendon. However, that doesn't mean Brown will be more involved moving forward, considering the Commanders still have Antonio Williams, Stefon Diggs and Treylon Burks in the mix.

Adams (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

As a result, Adams is slated to miss at least four games, although Ian Rapoport of NFL Network previously suggested that the wideout was hoping to return not too long after the Rams' Week 11 bye. In his absence, Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield and Tutu Atwellare candidates to see added looks behind top WR Puka Nacua.

Brown (ankle) was spotted on the practice field Tuesday, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com.

Brown, who returned from a four-game absence this past Sunday against the Jets, was listed as limited on Monday's estimated practice report. It remains to be seen how the Patriots list his Tuesday participation level, but at this stage there's no reason to believe that the wideout's availability for Thursday night's game against the Bears is in any danger.