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Noel caught all three targets for 85 yards in Sunday's 34-30 loss to the Cowboys. He added four rushing yards on one attempt.

Despite Nico Collins (hamstring) returning to the lineup after missing two games, Noel remained a big part of the offense, as Xavier Hutchinson was the big loser in terms of snaps and routes. Noel ran just one fewer route than Kayshon Boutte and six fewer than Collins. Through four games, Noel has nine catches for 186 yards on 12 targets. He has a chance to become the Texans' WR2 behind Collins at some point this season, especially if Boutte doesn't start producing.

Ya-Sin (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Panthers.

Ya-Sin is dealing with a hamstring injury, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, D.J. Reed and Ennis Rakestraw will operate as the primary options at cornerback for Detroit.

Vidal rushed five times for 25 yards in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Seahawks. He added two catches for 11 yards and a touchdown on three targets.

Vidal, Omarion Hampton and Keaton Mitchell split playing time evenly, as Mitchell logged 26 snaps to 25 each for Vidal and Hampton. The Chargers are looking for answers on offense, and giving Vidal more looks appears to be an avenue the team is willing to explore. Vidal scored on a nine-yard catch in the third quarter after entering Week 4 with just two touches across the first three games. Involved in a three-man backfield committee, he's not yet a viable fantasy starter ahead of next Sunday's date with Denver.

Chism caught two of four targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots' 29-26 win over the Bills on Sunday.

Chism ran only 18 routes on Drake Maye's 42 dropbacks as New England's fourth receiver, playing behind all three of Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins and slot man DeMario Douglas. Chism's 23-yard touchdown with 1:50 left in the fourth quarter proved to be the game-winning score. It was the second touchdown of Chism's regular-season career. He has four grabs for 41 yards and a score through three appearances in 2026.

Smack made his only field-goal attempt and both of his PATs during Sunday's 17-14 win over Tampa Bay.

Smack only had one opportunity to kick a field goal in Week 4, but he made the most of it. The rookie nailed a 58-yard attempt as time expired in the first half, delivering the Packers a 10-7 lead at the break. Smack's field goal would prove to be the difference in a low-scoring battle. On the year, the kicker has gone 6-for-7 on field-goal tries, including 3-for-3 from 50-plus yards, over four contests so far.

Burks caught one of three targets for a 47-yard touchdown in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Colts.

With Terry McLaurin (hamstring) inactive, Burks saw increased snaps in the Commanders' wideout rotation that also involved Stefon Diggs, Dyami Brown and rookie Antonio Williams. Burks saw the fewest targets of the four and made the most of his one grab, breaking off a 47-yard score in the third quarter. If McLaurin continues to miss time, Burks should see rotational playing time at wideout, but he's not currently a playable fantasy option.

Loop went 1-for-2 on field-goal tries and made all three of his PATs during Sunday's 24-18 win over Tennessee.

Loop converted a career-long 64-yard field goal as time expired in the first half, giving Baltimore a 24-7 lead heading into the break. The kicker later missed a 40-yard attempt wide left in the fourth quarter, marking his second field-goal miss of the year. Loop has gone 6-for-8 on field-goal tries, including 4-for-4 from 50-plus yards, over the first four contests in his sophomore campaign with the Ravens.

Thornton (ankle) is out indefinitely after dislocating his ankle during Sunday's 30-27 win over the Raiders, Ian Rapoport of ESPN and NFL Network reports.

Thornton had his dislocated ankle put back into place by doctors Sunday and flew home with the team, but he's facing an extended absence due to the injury he sustained in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win in Vegas. He scored twice before getting injured at the end of a 55-yard catch, which brought Thornton up to five receptions for 111 yards on eight targets. Thornton will undergo a full evaluation of the injured left ankle Monday morning.

Ryland made his only field-goal attempt and went 3-for-3 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 36-24 loss to the Giants.

Ryland only got the chance to attempt one field goal, but he made the most of it. The kicker converted a 60-yard try as time expired in the first half, notching the longest field goal of his career. Ryland has now gone 8-for-9 on field-goal tries, including 2-for-3 from 50-plus yards, over four contests to open the 2026 campaign.

Bass went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made both of his PATs during Sunday's 29-26 loss to the Patriots.

Bass made multiple field goals in a contest for the first time since Week 1, converting a 27-yard attempt in the second quarter before adding a 38-yarder in the fourth quarter. The kicker has yet to attempt a kick from 50-plus yards this season, but he has has gone a perfect 6-for-6 on field-goal tries over the first four contests of the year.