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Washington caught four of 10 targets for 52 yards in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams. He added 10 rushing yards on three carries.

It's the second time this season Washington saw double-digit targets, after he posted an 4-34-0 line on 11 targets in Week 3. The third-year wideout's increased role Sunday came as Brian Thomas (shoulder) missed time in the second half while the Jaguars tried to mount a comeback, but Washington's inability to capitalize on the two times this year he's seen elevated volume doesn't offer a lot of optimism for his fantasy value, even if Thomas is still sidelined after the team's Week 8 bye.

Adams corralled five of eight targets for 35 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Jaguars.

Adams had an efficient day at the office Sunday, converting over half of his receptions into touchdowns for the fans in London. The veteran superstar took full advantage of Puka Nacua's (ankle) absence, matching the three touchdowns Adams posted over his first six starts with Los Angeles in one fell swoop. The 32-year-old Adams has provided fantasy managers with a 31-431-6 receiving line in what is shaping up to be a renaissance season in 2025. With the Rams entering a bye in Week 8, there is a realistic possibility that Nacua returns from a low-ankle sprain against the Saints in Week 9. If that's the case, Adams' run as the Rams' WR1 will have lasted just one week, but he is still a must-start asset in fantasy even as the team's No. 2 option.

Hunter caught eight of 14 targets for 101 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams. He also recorded a pass breakup while playing 14 snaps on defense.

The rookie two-way player hauled in his first career touchdown on a 34-yard toss from Trevor Lawrence with 9:06 remaining in the fourth quarter. Hunter set new personal bests in catches, yards and targets in the performance, and his volume increase came as Brian Thomas (shoulder) and Dyami Brown (leg) checked in and out of the lineup in the second half. The Jaguars will be on bye in Week 8, but if Thomas' injury proves to be serious, Hunter could be headed for significantly elevated volume in the second half.

Stafford completed 21 of 33 pass attempts for 182 yards and five touchdowns while gaining one yard on two carries in Sunday's 35-7 London win against Jacksonville.

Puka Nacua's (ankle) absence likely created concerns for Stafford's managers heading into Sunday's overseas tilt against an up-and-coming Jacksonville defense. The veteran signal-caller proved that no Puka was no problem, hooking up with his other superstar, wideout Davante Adams, in the end zone thrice en route to a record-setting day. Stafford's five touchdown passes set a new single-game record for the NFL's International Series, which officially started back in 2007. The 37-year-old will enter the Rams' bye week completing 67 percent of his passes for 1,866 yards and 17 touchdowns to just two interceptions in seven starts for Los Angeles.

Butler (back) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Butler sustained a back injury early in the first quarter, and he will be evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return. Thomas Booker and Leki Fotu will both see more rotational snaps at defensive tackle for as long as Butler is out of the game.

Etienne carried the ball eight times for 44 yards and caught one of three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams.

While the fourth-year back was effective with his touches, Etienne got phased out of the game plan in the second half after the Jaguars fell behind 21-0 before halftime. Heading into the team's Week 8 bye, Etienne sports an impressive 594 scrimmage yards and three total TDs through seven contests.

Lawrence completed 23 of 48 passes for 296 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams. He added 18 rushing yards on two carries.

The Jaguars were staring at a 21-0 deficit at halftime, so Lawrence was forced to put the ball in the air most of the second half. The volume led to a season high in passing yards for the fifth-year QB, as well as Travis Hunter's first career TD reception, but it also led to Lawrence being sacked seven times. He'll take a mediocre 9:5 TD:INT through seven games into Jacksonville's Week 8 bye.

Hubbard took the first warmup reps at running back with the Panthers' starting offense for Sunday's game against the Jets, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Meanwhile, Rico Dowdle lined up second in the order at running back, though it doesn't necessarily mean that Hubbard is in line to serve as Carolina's lead option on the ground in Week 7. While Hubbard was sidelined Weeks 5 and 6 due to a calf injury, Dowdle stepped in admirably and ran roughshod over the Miami and Dallas defenses, accruing 389 yards and a touchdown on 53 carries while adding seven receptions for 84 yards and another score. In light of Dowdle's pair of big performances, head coach Dave Canales was non-committal on a starting running back for the Week 7 contest, making it difficult to deploy either Hubbard or Dowdle with much confidence in terms of their projected workload.

Lewis (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Lewis suffered a shoulder injury during Thursday's practice. He traveled with the team to New York and was considered a game-time decision, but the injury is severe enough for him to be sidelined for Sunday's road contest. Gantt relays that Austin Corbett -- who was activated from injured reserve Saturday -- is expected to start at left guard in Lewis' absence.

Wharton (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Wharton missed the Panthers' last two games due to a toe injury, but he has been cleared to return for Week 7 after being limited in practice all week. His return will likely result in a reduction in snaps at defensive end for A'Shawn Robinson and LaBryan Ray.