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Brooks recorded 10 total tackles (seven solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 34-10 win over the Falcons.

Brooks did it all in Sunday's win, leading the Dolphins' defense in total tackles, tackles for loss (three) and sacks. He didn't play 100 percent of the Dolphins' defensive snaps for the second consecutive week, but that's likely due to the second-half blowout. The veteran linebacker has now logged 85 total tackles (most in the NFL), including 2.5 sacks, over Miami's first eight games this season. He's expected to remain one of the NFL's premier inside linebackers and a viable IDP option in the Week 9 matchup against the Ravens.

Singletary appears likely to serve as the Giants' No. 2 running back moving forward after starter Cam Skattebo suffered a season-ending ankle dislocation in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Eagles, Art Stapleton of NJ.com reports.

Skattebo's injury will likely thrust Tyrone Tracy back into the No. 1 role, while Singletary should settle in as Tracy's backup. The Giants also seem likely to add another tailback to the 53-man roster, which could mean that Dante Miller will get elevated or signed off the team's practice squad. After Skattebo was hurt in the second quarter Sunday, Tracy logged seven carries and drew two targets on a 64 percent offensive snap share while Singletary tallied two carries and one target on a 19 percent snap share, which could hint at how the time will be split between the pair moving forward. Singletary didn't gain any yards on his two totes but notched a 28-yard reception on his only target. He also gained 51 yards on a pair of kick returns in the loss.

Cooper served as the Eagles' third wide receiver for Sunday's 38-20 win over the Giants but did not receive a single target.

Cooper's return from a shoulder injury was well-timed, as it gave the Eagles added wideout depth in the absence of A.J. Brown (hamstring). While Cooper did see the field for 25 offensive snaps, Jalen Hurts didn't look his way with any of his 20 pass attempts. Even if Brown remains out following the team's Week 9 bye, Cooper's fantasy value will likely remain limited.

FitzPatrick corralled his lone target for a four-yard reception Sunday in the Packers' 35-25 win over the Steelers.

FitzPatrick took the field for 22 of the Packers' 64 offensive snaps, with his 34 percent share placing him ahead of Luke Musgrave (19 percent) for second among the team's tight ends. Starter Tucker Kraft continued to lead the way in both playing time (59 snaps) and production (7-143-2 receiving line on nine targets) by a healthy margin, and so long as Kraft stays healthy, FitzPatrick won't have much of an opportunity to see his role on offense expand.

Zavala (IR,knee) will have his 21-day practice window opened later this week, Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer reports.

The third-year pro from NC State has missed the Panthers' last four games after sustaining a knee injury in the Week 4 loss to the Patriots. Once his practice window opens, Carolina will have 21 days to add him to the active roster before reverting to IR. Zavala will likely assume the Panthers' top right-guard duties once fully healthy.

Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Monday that Havenstein (ankle) is expected to return to practice this week and to game action in Week 9, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

The veteran offensive lineman from Wisconsin had missed the Rams' last three games due to an ankle injury. However, Los Angeles' Week 8 bye appears to have given Havenstein enough time to recover, as he's set to return to both practice and game action this week. If active for Sunday's matchup against the Saints as expected, he'll likely resume his role as the Rams' top right tackle.

Shipley rushed three times for a total of two yards in Sunday's 38-20 win over the Giants.

Shipley appears to have slipped to third on the depth chart, as his eight offensive snaps were only half of those played by Tank Bigsby, who carried the ball nine times. Saquon Barkley exited with a groin injury at the end of the third quarter but believes he'll be good to go after the team's Week 9 bye. If Barkley does wind up missing time, Shipley should play a larger role than normal in Week 10 against the Packers but would likely still see fewer touches than Bigsby.

Gary recorded four total tackles (three solo), including 2.0 sacks, during Sunday night's 35-25 win over the Steelers.

The Michigan product was one of two Packers to get after the quarterback in Week 8, taking down Aaron Rodgers in the first and fourth quarters. Gary has quietly been one of the league's most productive pass rushers this season, recording 24 total tackles, including 7.5 sacks (fifth most in the NFL), and one forced fumble through the team's first seven games. The edge-rush tandem of Gary and Micah Parsons is expected to continue creating problems for opposing quarterbacks during the Week 9 matchup against the Panthers.

Cooper recorded five total tackles (four solo) and one forced fumble in Sunday night's 35-25 win over the Steelers.

Cooper came up with a huge takeaway for the Packers' defense late in the fourth quarter, stripping Kenneth Gainwell after a five-yard completion. The Texas A&M product has seen a recent dip in his tackle output, recording just 10 stops over his last two games. Over seven contests this season, Cooper has tallied 54 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, three passes defended and one forced fumble. He's expected to remain an integral part of the Packers' defensive success heading into the Week 9 matchup against the Panthers.

Rams coach Sean McVay said Monday that Nacua (ankle) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.

Nacua appears on track to resume practicing for the first time since suffering a low left-ankle sprain Week 6 against the Ravens, lending optimism to the notion that he'll retake the field Sunday versus the Saints. Los Angeles is fresh off a Week 8 bye, which provided a crucial period for Nacua to rest up. While Nacua's status for Week 9 won't be made official until the team has had a chance to thoroughly monitor him in practice, the third-year wideout will be a must-start fantasy option as soon as he's cleared for game action, and Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that he's expected to suit up against New Orleans.