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Shakir turned seven catches (on eight targets) into 82 yards during the Bills' 29-26 loss to the Patriots on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

Shakir's final stat line Sunday nearly matched the 8-94-0 receiving line (on 15 targets) across the first three games of the regular season. Most of the veteran slot receiver's yards came on a 51-yard connection with Josh Allen late in the second quarter, with the latter finishing the drive with a two-yard rushing touchdown. Unfortunately for Shakir, he also had the ball ripped out of his hands by Robert Spillane within the final seconds of the first half, though the Bills avoided any damage after the defense intercepted Patriots quarterback Drake Maye on the very next play. DJ Moore aggravated a previous shoulder injury during Sunday's loss, and while the shoulder is not considered a long-term issue, Bills pass catchers like Shakir, Keon Coleman and tight end Dalton Kincaid would all see more targets from Allen if Moore cannot play in Week 5 against the Rams on Monday, Oct. 12.

Bain (groin) was listed as a full participant on the Buccaneers' estimated injury report Monday, Brianna Dix of the team's official site reports.

Bain was unavailable for Sunday's 17-14 loss to the Packers, sitting out a second straight game while nursing a groin injury. His ability to be considered a full participant at Monday's walkthrough practice is a positive sign, and he seems likely to play Thursday night versus the Cowboys.

The Bears released Davenport from the practice squad Monday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Davenport played 12 defensive snaps and one special-teams snap in Sunday's win over the Jets, logging one tackle in the effort. The defensive end was released from the practice squad Monday at his own request. It is unclear why the 30-year-old requested his release and what his current NFL plans may be.

Overshown (hamstring) was estimated as a non-participant on the Cowboys' official injury report Monday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Overshown has sat out Dallas' last three contests due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 1 against the Giants, and his availability for Thursday is now in doubt as well. He'll probably need to practice in some capacity Tuesday or Wednesday to put himself in a position to play in Week 5.

Trotter (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Buccaneers' estimated injury report Monday, Brianna Dix of the team's official site reports.

Trotter was able to return to action Sunday against the Packers after a one-week absence with a shoulder injury. The linebacker notched nine total tackles (seven solo) in the team's 17-14 loss to Green Bay, but he may have picked up a knee injury along the way. Trotter will have two more chances to be upgraded to a full participant before Thursday night's matchup with Dallas.

Davis logged a four-yard carry, a three-yard reception and returned one kickoff for 29 yards during the Bills' 29-26 loss to the Patriots in Week 4.

Both of Davis' offensive outputs came on back-to-back plays early in the second quarter, and his four snaps on offense were well behind starter James Cook (35) and backup Ty Johnson (19). Even as a returner, Davis took a back seat to Greg Dortch, the latter of whom returned four kickoffs for 91 yards and two punts for 16 yards. Davis' production on offense and special teams will continue to be limited unless one of Cook, Johnson or Dortch were to miss time.

The Chargers opened Matlock's (undisclosed) 21-day return window Monday, Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com reports.

The Chargers placed Matlock on IR with a designation to return in late August. The team now has until Oct. 26 to return the fullback to the active roster, or he will spend the entirety of the 2026 season on IR. Matlock played 16 regular-season games for the Chargers in 2025, logging four receptions for 12 yards and a touchdown over 333 offensive snaps.

Key (hamstring) has been ruled out for the Colts' matchup with Pittsburgh in Week 5, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Key suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's win over Washington, and he's set to "miss some time," according to manager Shane Steichen. In his absence, JT Tuimoloau and Caden Curry will stand to see an increase in opportunities on the defensive line versus the Steelers in Week 5.

James (hamstring) is considered week-to-week ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup with Denver, Alex Insdorf of BoltBeat.com reports.

James was unavailable for Sunday's 30-23 loss to Seattle while nursing a hamstring issue, and head coach Jim Harbaugh outlined that the safety may need to miss more action moving forward. James was a limited participant at practice throughout the last week, and he'll likely have to log a full practice in order to avoid an injury designation before the team's contest against the Broncos in Week 5.

The Rams are hopeful that Watson (shoulder) will return to practice for Week 5 preparation, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reported Monday.

Watson dislocated his shoulder during the Rams' Week 3 loss to the Broncos. The cornerback was unable to play in the team's Week 4 win over the Eagles and has not practiced since sustaining the injury. The Rams hope Watson can participate in Week 5 prep and suit up for Monday's game against the Bills.