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Pitts recorded seven receptions on 10 targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the 49ers.

Pitts commanded double-digit targets for the third time in his career and for the first time since Week 5 of the 2023 season. Several of his targets came in the short areas of the field, leading to a modest yardage total, though he did manage long gains of 19 and 17 yards while also having a 27-yard catch nullified by a holding call early in the first quarter. While the volume of targets suggests this could have been a bigger game, Pitts has at least five catches in half of his six games this season and has topped 60 receiving yards in two of the last three contests.

Ham underwent medical evaluation for a left hand injury after Sunday's loss to the Eagles, the Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Ham had one reception for five yards in the loss. It was his first carry or reception of the season, as he's used almost exclusively as a blocker.

Scott underwent medical evaluation after the Sunday's loss to the Eagles for a right wrist injury, the Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Scott had four carries for four yards and one reception for two yards on his only target in the loss. He didn't appear to miss time during the game due to the injury so it may not be serious, but he won't have much time to recover with the Vikings playing Thursday at the Chargers.

Mack recorded two solo tackles, including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.

Mack made his return to action in Week 7 after missing four games with an elbow injury and quickly got back on track. The linebacker was able to get to quarterback Daniel Jones in the second quarter, notching his second sack of the year. Mack has now compiled four solo tackles, including 2.0 sacks, over three games this season.

Bellinger had three receptions on four targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-32 loss to the Broncos.

Bellinger finished second in receiving yardage for the Giants a week after garnering zero targets against the Eagles. It was the veteran backup's best receiving line of the season by far, and he made his first trip to the end zone since 2022. Theo Johnson (3-66-1) also produced a fantasy-worthy line, and the latter is also the preferred option in fantasy based on week-to-week usage. The Giants will take on the Eagles for the second time this season next Sunday. Philadelphia held Bellinger to zero catches in Week 6.

Penix completed 21 of 38 passes for 241 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the 49ers. He added two rushes for six yards and also lost a fumble.

Penix's stat line looks mediocre, but he struggled to move the Atlanta offense for most of the game. He threw for 128 yards in the first half, though 57 of them came in the final 32 seconds of the second quarter, when Penix managed to move the team into field-goal range only to squander the opportunity with an intentional grounding penalty. The second half followed a similar pattern, as Penix effectively led the Falcons on one drive early in the fourth quarter with long completions of 15 and 19 yards, only to have the possession stall deep in 49ers' territory on fourth down. This performance continued an inconsistent season for Penix, and he's now accounted for one or fewer total touchdowns in four of six contests.

Henley recorded two tackles in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.

Henley was uncharacteristically quiet in Week 7, securing a season-low two stops. The linebacker was limited at practice throughout the week due to a groin injury, and it's possible his lack of production could be due to the injury. Henley has registered 48 total tackles (25 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and an interception over seven games this season.

Johnson had three receptions on seven targets for 66 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-32 loss to the Broncos.

Johnson was the beneficiary of good fortune when he caught a tipped pass that was not intended for him for a 41-yard touchdown. It was the 24-year-old's fourth touchdown reception in as many weeks, providing a hot stretch of play for fantasy managers over that span. Johnson continues showing great rapport with rookie QB Jaxson Dart as the team prepares to face Philadelphia for the second time this season.

James recorded seven total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 38-24 loss to the Colts.

James remained rather busy in Week 7, compiling at least seven tackles for the fifth time in seven games this season. The safety has now registered 49 total tackles (28 solo), including 1.5 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed --one of which was an interception -- this year.

Bourne pulled in both of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 20-10 win over the Falcons.

Bourne failed to extend his unlikely streak of recording exactly 142 yards to three games in Sunday's win. The drop-off was drastic for the veteran wideout after finishing with a season-low two targets. The victory was led by San Francisco's defense and rushing attack, resulting in poor receiving lines for every position player outside of RB Christian McCaffrey (7-72-0). Bourne's role could reduce further in Week 8 if Ricky Pearsall (knee) is able to return from injury. For now, consider Bourne a deep-league option against the Texans next Sunday.