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Since returning from the PUP list, Hollins has logged some first-team reps, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

That said, Lazar notes that the Stefon Diggs/DeMario Douglas/Kayshon Boutte trio has been seeing a lot of reps of late, with Kyle Williams mixing in along with Hollins. At this stage, Diggs -- assuming his health -- and Douglas appear to be locked into key roles in a crowded Patriots wide receiver corps that also includes Kendrick Bourne, Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker, with the competition for slotting beyond the aforementioned duo still wide open.

Boutte has been having a strong training camp, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site and Mike Reiss of ESPN report.

Lazar notes that based on recent practices, the Stefon Diggs/DeMario Douglas/Boutte trio has received a lot of reps, along with third-rounder Kyle Williams, with Mack Hollins also receiving some first-team reps since returning from the PUP list. While Diggs -- assuming his health -- and Douglas appear to be locked into key roles in the crowded Patriots wide receiver corps, Boutte remains in contention for a key role alongside that duo while competing with Williams and Hollins as well as Kendrick Bourne, Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker.

Panthers head coach Dave Canales said Wednesday that Horn (thumb) is considered day-to-day, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports.

Canales said Horn "had to have a few stitches in his left thumb area" after being involved in a car accident on his way to team facilities, and that he will not suit up for Friday's preseason opener against the Browns but "hopefully" will be available Aug. 16 versus the Texans. Horn, who attended practice Wednesday as an observer, confirmed via his personal social media accounts that he has avoided any serious injuries.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that he believes Waller (undisclosed), who remains on the active/PUP list, is roughly one week away from practicing, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports,

Waller began training camp on the PUP list for conditioning reasons, a development that isn't exactly surprising given that he spent the 2024 season in retirement. The veteran TE is fully expected to be ready for Week 1, and it'll be encouraging if he indeed retakes the field in time to get multiple full weeks of practicing in before the regular-season opener against Indianapolis on Sept. 7. Due to the 111-target void left by Jonnu Smith's departure, Waller carries upside as a late-round selection in 2025 fantasy drafts, especially due to his 6-foot-6, 245-pound frame and Miami's need for a dominant red-zone target. To open the year as a full-time starter, though, Waller will need to both get into football shape and fully learn McDaniel's intricate offensive scheme.

Horn received stitches in his left hand following a car accident Wednesday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Horn was involved in a car accident on the way to practice Wednesday, resulting in him needing a few stitches in his left hand. The 25-year-old was seen at practice, but not participating, and head coach Dave Canales has also ruled him out for Friday's preseason opener.

Armstead's back injury could be considered serious, as there are questions on whether the veteran will be ready for Week 1, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Armstead was originally considered to be taking a "veteran start" to training camp as he missed practice Friday, but it appears the veteran's back injury continues to linger. Though the 31-year-old is still considered day-to-day, Jaguars' head coach, Liam Coen, is unsure if Armstead will be ready for Week 1. Coen isn't concerned about the veteran defensive tackle's extended absence, saying, "He's a veteran who, ultimately, he'll probably know how to get himself ready to go."

Morrison (hamstring) was held out of practice Wednesday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

Morrison tweaked his hamstring at practice Tuesday, causing him to be sidelined Wednesday. The injury bug has been following him around, as the 2025 second-round pick had season-ending hip surgery last year at Notre Dame. He has stood out in training camp so far and has a real shot to play a valuable rotational role in the Buccaneers' secondary this season.

Gabriel (hamstring) won't participate in 11-on-11 drills Wednesday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Gabriel is one of three Browns quarterbacks who won't play in Friday's preseason opener in Carolina, with Shedeur Sandersand Tyler Huntley set to see action in the contest. The 2025 third-round pick sustained a hamstring injury in practice last Saturday and won't push it for the remainder of the week. He is still competing for his spot on the roster in what is a very crowded quarterback room.

Pickett (hamstring) participated in 7-on-7 drills during Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Per Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site, Pickett won't play in Friday's preseason opener against the Panthers, while the QB's status for the team's Aug. 16 contest against the Eagles is uncertain at this stage. The same applies to Dillon Gabriel (hamstring), with fellow signal-callers Joe Flacco, Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Huntley handling team drills Wednesday.

Horn was involved in a car accident Wednesday morning, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Horn was involved in a car accident outside Bank of America Stadium. The 25-year-old did not need medical attention but will not participate in practice Wednesday.