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Loveland recorded four receptions on five targets for 63 yards in Sunday's 31-3 win over the Browns.

Loveland was involved early, picking up four of his five targets by midway through the second quarter. He recorded the majority of his production on catches of 24 and 19 yards, posting his highest yardage total since Week 9 and the second-highest of his rookie campaign. Loveland continues to get more involved in Chicago's offense, commanding at least five targets in four straight contests.

Washington (hip) caught all three of his targets for 53 yards in Sunday's 48-20 win over the Jets.

Washington returned from a one-game absence and reprised his role as the No. 3 wide receiver behind Brian Thomas and Jakobi Meyers, who each saw seven targets Sunday. With Thomas and Meyers both healthy, Washington isn't expected to play a significant role in Week 16 against the Broncos.

Williams caught six of seven targets for 53 yards and added nine yards on two punt returns in Sunday's 48-20 loss to the Jaguars.

Williams was able to finish with career highs in both catches and receiving yards in Week 15, most notably securing a 25-yard snag in the first quarter. The wide receiver had caught only seven of 13 targets for 61 yards over 11 contests coming into Sunday, so his performance was a bit of a breakout. Williams will look to build off of his day in Week 16 against the Saints.

Fannin recorded seven receptions on 14 targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 31-1 loss to the Bears. He added one rush for two yards.

Fannin accounted for nearly half of Cleveland's total targets, though his inefficient day reflected that of Shedeur Sanders. He was targeted in all depths of the field, but his deep opportunities were either intercepted or fell incomplete. While his results will likely remain inconsistent, it's clear that Fannin is Sanders' preferred target and that he will remain heavily involved in the offense.

Hull rushed four times for 12 yards and wasn't targeted in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Panthers.

Hull and Audric Estime were the only options remaining at running back after Devin Neal (hamstring) exited in the second quarter. Estime finished with 50 scrimmage yards on three carries and three targets. Hull and Estime would likely share backfield work in Week 16 against the Jets if the Saints don't get Neal or Alvin Kamara (knee/ankle) back.

Estime rushed three times for 11 yards and caught all three of his targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Panthers.

Estime and Evan Hull (four carries for 12 yards, no targets) took on larger roles after Devin Neal (hamstring) exited in the second quarter. If neither Neal nor Alvin Kamara (knee/ankle) return in Week 16 against the Jets, Estime and Hull would be in line for expanded roles. Estime had only three carries all season coming into Sunday's win.

McCaffrey (back) took 22 carries for 73 yards and a touchdown while grabbing his only target for 14 yards in Sunday's 37-24 win over Tennessee.

McCaffrey battled an illness and a minor back injury in order to suit up for Sunday's contest, and he looked no worse for wear in the win. The 29-year-old punched in his ninth rushing touchdown of the campaign while extending his scoring streak to four games. CMC was used sporadically as a receiver (one target) for the first time this season after entering the contest with averages of 6.5 receptions on 8.2 targets. Assuming his back injury didn't flare up Sunday, fantasy managers can expect McCaffrey to spearhead San Francisco's offense on the road against Indianapolis on Monday Night Football in Week 16.

Williams (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Vikings, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Williams remained on the sideline without his helmet after being examined by trainers, per Archer. Prior to getting injured in the first quarter, Williams rushed six times for 13 yards and a touchdown. Malik Davis is set to lead Dallas' backfield while Williams is unavailable.

Ali caught both of his targets for 32 yards and a touchdown while adding a 32-yard kickoff return in Sunday's 24-0 win over the Bengals.

Ali finished second on the team in both catches and receiving yards, most notably turning a short reception into a 30-yard touchdown in the second quarter. The running back appears to have carved out a solid role for himself in the passing game, reeling in four of five targets for 43 yards and a score over the last two contests. Ali remains behind Derrick Henry and Keaton Mitchell on the depth chart, but he may garner more opportunities moving forward.

Bates caught his lone target for 19 yards during the Commanders' 29-21 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Bates hauled in a 19-yard pass from Marcus Mariota early in the second quarter, but the fifth-year tight end wasn't targeted again for the rest of the game. Bates was named the starter for Sunday's NFC East clash one week after Zach Ertz sustained a season-ending torn ACL, though the former will likely operate in a timeshare with Ben Sinnott for the rest of 2025. Next up for Bates and the Commanders is a Week 16 home tilt against the Eagles on Saturday.