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Goedert (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Kansas City, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Goedert handled a 92 percent route share and a team-high seven targets in last Thursday's 24-20 win over Dallas, but a knee sprain has kept him out of practice ever since, leaving the Eagles with Grant Calcaterra and Kylen Granson as their top tight ends. Goedert is a reasonable lineup option for fantasy whenever he's healthy, but we're already seeing why he wasn't necessarily drafted as a starter this summer. If he doesn't return for Week 3, this will be Goedert's sixth consecutive season with multiple missed games.

Goodson (elbow) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos after logging a full practice Friday.

Friday's full participation level suggests Goodson's trending in the right direction, but it remains to be seen if he'll be cleared to make his season debut Sunday. Once he's healthy enough to play, Goodson will compete with rookie fifth-round pick DJ Giddens for change-of-pace work behind Jonathan Taylor.

Madubuike (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns.

The veteran defensive lineman upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to a full practice session Friday, suggesting he's moved past his ankle injury in time to face Cleveland on Sunday. Madubuike made plays for Baltimore's defense in a Week 1 loss to the Bills, recording six total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, across 53 defensive snaps. He's expected to continue wreaking havoc on opposing quarterbacks in Week 2.

Smith (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Smith logged consecutive limited practice sessions to begin the Vikings' week of practice after missing the Week 1 win over the Bears due to an illness. The 14th-year safety remained productive in 2024, recording 87 total tackles and 10 passes defended, including three interceptions, over 16 regular-season contests. Smith's potential return Sunday could prove vital for a Minnesota secondary that could be without both Isaiah Rodgers (elbow) and Jeff Okudah (concussion). However, if Smith is unable to play in Week 2, expect Theo Jackson to start opposite Josh Metellus as part of the Vikings' top safety duo.

Ricard (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Ricard will miss his second straight game to open the regular season. The fullback hasn't practiced since the middle of last month.

Boutte (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Boutte upgraded to full practice participation Friday after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday, which paves the way for him to maintain a key role in the Patriots' Week 2 offense. In the team's season opener last Sunday, Boutte was New England's busiest (82 percent snap share) and most productive WR (6-103-0 on eight targets) in a 20-13 loss to the Raiders. Such output resulted in the 2023 sixth-rounder being a notable waiver wire add this week.

Darrisaw (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Although Darrisaw practiced in full Wednesday, he's now in line to miss his 12th consecutive regular-season game Sunday. The 2021 first-round pick from Virginia Tech is still working back from tearing his ACL and MCL in October of 2024, but his return appears close. Justin Skule is expected to continue starting at left tackle until Darrisaw can suit up again.

Wright (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

The Dolphins stopped short of ruling Wright out after he managed to practice on a limited basis Thursday and Friday, but it would be surprising to see him suit up Sunday. Ollie Gordon will likely work as De'Von Achane's primary backup for one more week, but Wright's return to practice bodes well for the 2024 fourth-round pick's chances of returning to action Thursday against the Bills in Week 3.

Waddle (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Waddle practiced without limitations Friday, eliminating any doubts regarding his availability after he was limited Wednesday and Thursday. Miami's entire offense is looking to bounce back after an ugly 33-8 loss to the Colts in Week 1, but Waddle and company have a nice opportunity to right the ship Sunday against a Patriots defense that remains without top cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hamstring).

Okudah (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports.

Okudah sustained a concussion during the Vikings' Week 1 win over the Bears and hasn't cleared protocol, making him unable to suit up Sunday. Before exiting the Week 1 win, the 26-year-old played 14 defensive snaps and recorded two solo tackles. With Okudah and Isaiah Rodgers (elbow) both dealing with injuries, the only cornerbacks on Minnesota's current roster without injury designations are Tavierre Thomas, Byron Murphy and Dwight McGlothern.