NFL Player News
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Diontae Johnson WR | CLE
Ravens' Diontae Johnson: Plays zero snaps in Week 13
Johnson played zero offensive snaps in the Ravens' loss to the Eagles on Sunday.
Acquired from the Panthers ahead of the trade deadline, Johnson played 17 offensive snaps in his Week 9 debut for the Ravens. In four games since, Johnson has played a total of 22 snaps on offense. He has one catch for six yards across five games with his new team. Speaking with the media Monday, coach John Harbaugh hinted at something going on behind the scenes when asked about Johnson's lack of playing time, via Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com, saying, "At this time, I'm going to have to wait. There are moving parts we're going to have to figure out and explore." Baltimore doesn't seem all that interested in giving Johnson any sort of look on offense unless there's an injury.
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Michael Woods II WR | DEN
Browns' Michael Woods: Elevated Monday
Woods was elevated to the Browns' active roster Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The Oklahoma product was elevated alongside Kadarius Toney to provide depth at wide receiver for Monday night's matchup against the Broncos, with Cedric Tillman (concussion) and David Bell (hip) both sidelined. Woods last saw regular-season NFL action with the Browns in 2022, appearing in 10 games and catching five of his 10 targets for 45 yards over 144 offensive snaps. He's expected to see minimal offensive work and may contribute on special teams in Week 13.
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Kadarius Toney WR | CLE
Browns' Kadarius Toney: Joins active roster
Toney was elevated to the Browns' active roster Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The 2021 first-round pick from Florida's elevation to the active roster ensures depth at wide receiver, with Cedric Tillman (concussion) in line to miss his second consecutive game in Monday night's matchup against the Broncos. Toney has appeared in one game for the Browns this season, playing five offensive snaps and taking one carry for minus-7 yards. He's expected to serve as a depth piece in the Browns' wide receiver corps in Week 13.
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Josh Reynolds WR | NYJ
Broncos' Josh Reynolds: Downgraded to out for MNF
Reynolds (hand) has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the Browns, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.
Reynolds will not be activated from injured reserve in time for Monday night's contest. The Broncos had listed him as questionable on Saturday's final injury report. In Reynolds' absence, the Broncos will continue to roll with Courtland Sutton, Devaughn Vele, Lil'Jordan Humphrey, Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims at wide receiver. Reynolds' next chance to play will be Week 15 against the Colts following Denver's Week 14 bye.
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Tutu Atwell WR | MIA
Rams' Tutu Atwell: Makes pair of catches
Atwell secured both of his targets for 39 yards and rushed once for no gain during Sunday's 21-14 victory against the Saints.
The Louisville product saw similar usage compared to previous weeks, with a slight uptick due in part to Demarcus Robinson (hand) departing in the fourth quarter with an injury. If Robinson were to miss any time, Atwell would likely slot in as the tertiary wideout, with Tyler Johnson, Jordan Whittington and Xavier Smith combining for just 16 snaps in the victory. A showdown with the formidable Bills is up next for Atwell in Week 14.
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Ricky Pearsall WR | SF
49ers' Ricky Pearsall: Just one target in snowy loss
Pearsall failed to bring in his lone target in Sunday's 35-10 loss to Buffalo.
Pearsall was on the field for 35 offensive snaps (73 percent), but his lack of involvement likely had more to do with the harsh weather conditions this time around. That said, the rookie slot man hasn't recorded a reception (on three targets) in three consecutive games since his breakout performance in Week 10. Pearsall should be more involved as the season progresses given the 49ers' current injury issues in addition to his steady role (averaging 36.1 snaps on offense when active). The receiver's next opportunity to prove himself will come in a soft home matchup against the Bears next Sunday.
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Luke McCaffrey WR | WAS
Commanders' Luke McCaffrey: Held to 13 yards
McCaffrey caught both of his targets for 13 yards in a 42-19 win over the Titans on Sunday.
McCaffrey didn't get any extra playing time after starting wideout Noah Brown left with a rib injury. Dyami Brown filled in instead, while McCaffrey and Olamide Zaccheaus maintained their usual depth roles. In any case, Noah Brown may be healthy after the Week 14 bye.
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Dyami Brown WR | WAS
Commanders' Dyami Brown: Replaces Noah Brown
Brown caught four of five targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 42-19 win over Tennessee, adding one carry for four yards.
Brown picked up extra playing time in the second half after starting wideout Noah Brown left with a rib injury. The added snaps led to a few more targets than usual, and it's possible the former will have an expanded role again after a Week 14 bye if the latter isn't ready for Week 15 at New Orleans.
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Olamide Zaccheaus WR | ATL
Commanders' Olamide Zaccheaus: Catches three passes
Zaccheaus caught each of his three targets for 14 yards in a 42-19 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Zaccheaus played 35 percent of snaps on offense and didn't get a noticeable boost in playing time after Noah Brown left with a rib injury. The Commanders instead turned to Dyami Brown for a regular spot on the perimeter, with Zaccheaus and Luke McCaffrey staying in their familiar depth roles. The Commanders now have a Week 14 bye, followed by a Week 15 road game at New Orleans.
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Devin Duvernay WR | ARI
Jaguars' Devin Duvernay: Makes first impact as receiver
Duvernay caught two of four targets for 23 yards, returned three kickoffs for 68 yards and one punt for five yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Texans.
Duvernay entered the weekend having played a minimal offensive role this season, but he played 39 offensive snaps and produced his first positive receiving yardage of 2024 against Houston. The 27-year-old operated as Jacksonville's No. 3 wide receiver ahead of Tim Jones and Elijah Cooks, though none of those three wideouts are likely to have fantasy viability, especially if Mac Jones finishes the campaign as the club's starting quarterback.