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Mariota completed 21 of 30 passes for 213 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions while adding eight rushes for 28 yards in the Commanders' 28-7 loss to the Chiefs on Monday night. He also committed a fumble that was recovered by Washington.

Mariota put together another respectable stat line while filling in for Jayden Daniels (hamstring) for the third time this season, but he ultimately couldn't consistently move the Commanders down the field and short-circuited a pair of drives himself with interceptions. Mariota's first pick came on the opening possession on a pass that deflected off Deebo Samuel and landed in the hands of Mike Danna at the Chiefs' 22-yard line, while the second turnover unfolded at midfield with only 22 seconds remaining and the game well in hand for Kansas City. The veteran backup did connect with Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) from 11 yards out just before halftime for his one scoring toss, and Mariota would get the call against a second consecutive tough defense Week 9 if Daniels isn't healthy enough to suit up for a Sunday night home matchup against the Seahawks.

Singleton tallied 11 tackles (two solo) and forced a fumble Sunday in 44-24 win over Dallas.

Singleton led Denver in tackles while tallying double-digit stops for the third time this season. He also forced a fumble in the third quarter, though the ball was recovered by the Cowboys. Singleton has a robust 70 tackles, including 1.0 sacks, through eight games on the campaign.

Okonkwo recorded four receptions on five targets for 53 yards in Sunday's 38-14 loss to the Colts.

Okonkwo bounced back from a surprising catchless performance Week 7 to make a pair of deep catches that went for 23 and 18 yards. Even as Gunnar Helm has emerged in the Tennessee offense, Okonkwo's role has remained stable as he has at least five targets in three of the team's last four games. He's also produced at least 45 yards in all three of those contests, giving him a surprisingly competent baseline level of production given the state of the Titans offense.

Poyer reverted to the Bills' practice squad Monday, per NFL's official transaction log.

Poyer was elevated to the active roster for the second straight game ahead of Sunday's 40-9 win over Carolina, recording five total tackles (one solo) while playing 45 of the team's 54 defensive snaps and one snap on special teams. The 34-year-old operated as the team's starting strong safety versus the Panthers due to the placement of Taylor Rapp (knee) on injured reserve, and Poyer will therefore almost assuredly be elevated again in Week 9 versus the Chiefs.

The Titans reverted Proche to their practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Proche got his second elevation of the campaign ahead of Sunday's loss to Indianapolis and played five of Tennessee's 71 snaps on offense along with four snaps on special teams. He didn't log any touches or targets. Proche's elevation came as a result of Calvin Ridley (hamstring) and Bryce Oliver (knee) missing the game, and it may take both wideouts being absent again in Week 9 for Proche to be elevated.

Jefferson recorded one reception on eight targets for six yards in Sunday's 38-14 loss to the Colts.

Jefferson was on the field for 78 percent of offensive snaps with Calvin Ridley (hamstring) sidelined again. He managed to match Elic Ayomanor and Chimere Dike in targets, but Jefferson was extremely inefficient with that opportunity. Jefferson should continue to see an expanded role so long as Ridley is sidelined, but his fantasy value still remains very limited.

Bazelak reverted to the Buccaneers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Bazelak was elevated from the practice squad for the first time this season ahead of Sunday's win over New Orleans but didn't see any action. His elevation appeared to be insurance since both Baker Mayfield and Teddy Bridgewater managed injuries during the week. Bazelak is unlikely to be elevated again following Tampa Bay's Week 9 bye unless at least one QB ahead of him on the depth chart is at risk of not being able to suit up.

Newton (ankle) has returned to action in Monday night's contest against Kansas City, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Newton sustained an ankle injury in the first half, but he was ultimately able to return to action. The 23-year-old is back in his role as a top reserve option behind Daron Payne and Javon Kinlaw on the defensive line.

McLaurin (quadriceps) is questionable to return to Monday night's game against the Chiefs.

McLaurin was spotted on the sideline with his helmet on in the fourth quarter, but he didn't take the field with the offense and is being labeled as questionable. McLaurin, of course, missed the previous four games with a quad injury, so it appears as if he aggravated the issue. Prior to exiting, McLaurin reeled in three of four targets for 54 yards and one touchdown. Chris Moore, Luke McCaffrey and Jaylin Lane would be in line for additional offensive reps while McLaurin is out.

Ayomanor recorded four catches (on eight targets) for 52 yards in Sunday's 38-14 loss to the Colts.

Ayomanor had a mixed showing, as he connected with Cam Ward for long gains of 26 and 14 yards to turn in his highest yardage total since Week 2. However, he also had an apparent miscommunication with Ward on a potential deep catch early in the second quarter, one play after being called for offensive pass interference. Ayomanor has been overshadowed by fellow rookie Chimere Dike in recent weeks, but he earned a career-high eight targets in Sunday's loss and should retain a key role in Tennessee's offense for the rest of the season.