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Likely secured his lone target for 12 yards in Sunday's 44-10 loss to the Texans.

Likely's catch against the Texans on Sunday was his first of the season. The 25-year-old tight end played 23 of the Ravens' 43 offensive snaps, just behind Mark Andrews (25). Andrews led all tight ends in both receptions (2) and targets (3). With Cooper Rush operating as Baltimore's starting quarterback as Lamar Jackson (hamstring) is sidelined, the offense struggled to get much going in the contest. If Rush continues to start, the potential success of all Baltimore pass catchers is capped until Jackson returns. With that said, Likely should continue to play significant snaps but faces an uphill battle for consistent opportunities. The Coastal Carolina product will have his next chance to take a step forward in the Ravens' offense in a Week 6 matchup against the Rams.

Walker didn't play a snap on offense in Sunday's 44-10 loss to the Texans.

All 14 of Walker's snaps came on special teams Week 5 while Baltimore went with Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, DeAndre Hopkins and Tylan Wallace as its options at receiver. Walker made a splash in Week 2 with two touchdown catches in a win over the Browns, but in the three games since, he's managed just one 34-yard reception on one target.

Thomas caught all three of his targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 40-6 loss to the Colts.

Thomas' three receptions were his first of the season after he failed to earn a single target in the first four games of the season. With both Brock Bowers (knee) and Michael Mayer (concussion) sidelined, the veteran led all Raiders' tight ends in snaps. Thomas played 38 of the Raiders' 68 offensive snaps, ahead of both Albert Okwuegbunam (31) and Carter Runyon (6). Even if Bowers and Mayer continue to be sidelined, the 29-year-old Thomas should be ignored for fantasy purposes based on his limited potential as a pass catcher. The Raiders will host the Titans in Week 6.

Bech caught three of five targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 40-6 loss to the Colts.

Bech saw a significant increase in playing time Sunday, as the 22-year-old was on the field for 53 percent of the Raiders offensive snaps against the Colts after averaging roughly a 12 percent snap share in the first four games of the season. The rookie wideout's five targets, three receptions and 27 yards were all season highs for the TCU product. Nonetheless, Bech remains difficult to trust for fantasy purposes as the Raiders' No. 3 wide receiver behind Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker. Las Vegas will look to get its struggling offense back on track in a Week 6 matchup against the Titans.

Thornton failed to reel in either of his two targets in Sunday's 40-6 loss to the Colts.

Thornton was held without a catch for the second straight game Sunday, and his 47 percent offensive snap share was his lowest mark of the season. Through five games, the rookie wideout has recorded just five receptions for 94 yards. Thornton's limited role in the offense makes him extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes. The 22-year-old will have his next opportunity to produce when the Raiders host the Titans in Week 6.

White did not play a single offensive snap in Sunday's 40-6 loss to the Colts.

White was not involved in the Raiders' offensive plans Sunday, as the veteran running back played exclusively on special teams in the contest. Meanwhile, Raheem Mostert operated as Ashton Jeanty's backup and Dylan Laube played exclusively on special teams. White's diminished role has taken him off the fantasy radar moving forward. The Raiders host the Titans in Week 6.

Anderson recorded three total tackles (one solo) in Sunday's 44-10 win over the Ravens.

Anderson played a season-low 19 snaps on defense, likely based on the team's ability to blow out Baltimore, but he was still able to compile at least three takedowns for the fourth time this season. The defensive end has now registered 17 total tackles (11 solo), including 3.0 sacks, over five games this year.

Hunter didn't record any stats, while playing 20 defensive snaps in Sunday's 44-10 win over the Ravens.

Hunter went without a tackle for the second time this season, ultimately playing a season-low 20 snaps on defense in the blowout victory. With Houston idle Week 6, Hunter will look to get back on track against the Seahawks on Monday Night Football in Week 7.

Lassiter recorded four total tackles (three solo) and an interception in Sunday's 44-10 win over Baltimore.

Lassiter was able to jump in front of a pass from Cooper Rush in the fourth quarter, securing his first interception of the year. The cornerback has increased his weekly production in his second season with Houston, producing 28 total tackles (19 solo) and three passes defensed, including an interception, over five game so far.

To'oTo'o recorded five total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 44-10 win over the Ravens.

To'oTo'o played a reduced amount of snaps on defense for the second week in a row, but he was still able to notch at least five takedowns for the fourth time this season. The linebacker has now registered 31 total tackles (17 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and a pass defensed over five games this year.