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Schultz caught six of eight targets for a team-high 77 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to the Broncos.

The veteran tight end did most of his damage on a 47-yard reception from C.J. Stroud (concussion) in the first quarter to set up Houston's first of five field goals on the afternoon. Schultz wound up second on the team in receptions behind Nico Collins' seven, but the ceiling for the entire Texans passing attack was downgraded when Davis Mills replaced Stroud early in the second quarter. If Mills gets the start in Week 10 against the Jaguars, Schultz should still be a reliable possession option given his impressive 17-199-0 line on 21 targets over three games since Houston's bye.

Stoll (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Rams, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Stoll appeared to sustain the injury in the fourth quarter, and he was carted to the locker room after initially being evaluated on the sidelines. Juwan Johnson, Foster Moreau and Taysom Hill will be the Saints' three tight ends the rest of the way following Stoll's injury.

Bourne caught both of his targets for 34 yards in Sunday's 34-24 win over the Giants.

Bourne's two targets tied for fourth on the team as Mac Jones didn't target any player more than six times. After back-to-back 142-yard receiving performances in Weeks 5 and 6, Bourne has just seven catches for 92 yards across three subsequent games. Even if San Francisco doesn't get any healthier at wide receiver in Week 10 against the Rams, Bourne may not see a significant target share.

Johnson caught three of six targets for 27 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-24 loss to the 49ers.

Johnson capped the opening drive with his fifth touchdown in the past six games, scoring from 15 yards out. His five other targets resulted in only 12 yards. Given the plethora of injuries to skill-position players for the Giants, Johnson will likely continue to work as one of the team's top contributors in the passing game against the Bears in Week 10.

Slayton caught five of seven targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 34-24 loss to the 49ers.

Slayton led the Giants in receiving yards despite making four fewer catches than Wan'Dale Robinson, who finished with only 46 receiving yards. Slayton will likely continue to play a significant role in Week 10 against the Bears as the top downfield target for Jaxson Dart in the injury-riddled Giants offense.

Kirk caught four of eight targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to the Broncos.

The veteran slot receiver saw his first action since Week 5 after recovering from a hamstring strain, and Kirk finished second on the Texans in targets while catching passes from both C.J. Stroud (concussion) and Davis Mills. The volume is encouraging, and Kirk has logged at least three receptions in all four games he's been healthy enough to play in this season. He'll still be a much less appealing fantasy option, even in PPR formats, if Stroud ends up sitting out a Week 10 contest against the Jaguars.

Collins caught seven of 11 targets for 75 yards in Sunday's 18-15 loss to the Broncos.

The star wideout returned from a one-game absence due to a concussion, and he took advantage of Patrick Surtain (pectoral) being missing from the Denver secondary by leading Houston in catches and targets. Collins' production took a hit when C.J. Stroud (concussion) was knocked out of the game in the second quarter, however. Collins remained the top option for Davis Mills, but he doesn't have the same chemistry with the team's backup QB. If Stroud remains sidelined in Week 10 against the Jaguars, Collins may be more of a floor than a ceiling play for fantasy purposes despite his 33-414-3 line on 57 targets through seven games this season.

Brown rushed 11 times for 37 yards and brought in eight of 14 targets for 75 yards in the Bengals' 47-42 loss to the Bears on Sunday.

The wild back-and-forth nature of the game limited Brown's rushing opportunities against a vulnerable Bears run defense, but the third-year back made up for it with his work as a receiver. Brown's catch and target totals were both team and season highs, and he did manage to log double-digit carries for the third straight contest. Brown will face the Steelers' inconsistent run defense on the road when the Bengals return from their Week 10 bye on Sunday, Nov. 16.

Long (hip/knee) was cleared to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders, per the Fox NFL broadcast.

Long briefly left Sunday's game after sustaining hip and knee injuries, but he was cleared to return after being evaluated by medical staff. The fifth-year tight end is making his second start of the regular season after Brenton Strange (quadriceps) was placed on injured reserve Oct. 10.

Jennings caught four of five targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-24 win over the Giants.

Jennings continues to gut it out while playing through multiple injuries, but he has reportedly started to feel healthier in recent weeks, which is supported by an uptick in production. He has notched four receptions in three consecutive games after reaching that threshold only once through Week 6. Jennings scored his second touchdown of the season on an 11-yard catch in the second quarter. It remains to be seen if he'll be catching passes from Mac Jones again in Week 10 against the Rams or if Brock Purdy (toe) will be back under center.