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Thomas recorded nine total tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one pass defended in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Jaguars.

The NC State product played a season-high 63 defensive snaps and made the most of his increased opportunities, tying rookie Nick Emmanwori for the most tackles on the Seahawks' defense in Sunday's win. Thomas has now tallied 27 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and two passes defended over Seattle's first six games this season. He's expected to remain an integral part of the team's defense in a Week 7 matchup against the Texans.

Cooper recorded 11 total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 27-18 win over the Bengals.

Cooper led the game in total tackles Sunday, brining his season total to 44. The second-year pro from Texas A&M has established himself as one of the Packers' top defensive playmakers, missing just one defensive snap through the team's first five games. He's expected to continue wreaking havoc on opposing offenses when the Packers travel to Arizona in Week 7.

Walker tallied eight total tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 27-18 win over the Bengals.

The 25-year-old linebacker finished second on the Packers in total tackles during Sunday's win, trailing Edgerrin Cooper's 11-stop performance. Through Green Bay's first five games this season, Walker has recorded a team-leading 50 total tackles and two passes defended while playing 100 percent of the defensive snaps. He's expected to remain a viable IDP option when the Packers face the Cardinals in Week 7.

The Vikings designated Cashman (hamstring) from return from the injured reserve Monday.

The veteran linebacker has missed Minnesota's last four games after being placed on IR following Week 1 due to a hamstring injury. After a Week 6 bye, Cashman is ready to practice again, and the Vikings will now have 21 days to evaluate him before he'll need to be added back to the 53-man roster or remain on IR for the rest of the season. Once Cashman returns to full health, he's expected to slot back into a starting role at linebacker.

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said that McCarthy (ankle) will practice in some capacity ahead of the Sunday's matchup with the Eagles, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.

McCarthy reportedly took a notable step forward in his recovery during Minnesota's Week 6 bye, but it remains to be seen whether the second-year pro will be healthy enough that his mobility isn't impeded for Week 7, which is a benchmark O'Connell has mentioned he'll need to pass before being cleared for a return to the lineup. Previously, O'Connell had indicated that the Vikings want McCarthy to log a full week of practice before clearing him. Per Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune, O'Connell declined to name a starter for Week 7 on Monday but confirmed that veteran Carson Wentz still is recovering from the injury to his left, non-throwing shoulder that he suffered Week 5.

Valdes-Scantling had two receptions (on three targets) for 22 yards in Sunday's 30-19 loss to the Buccaneers.

Valdes-Scantling wound up playing 42 snaps (61 percent) on offense while serving as the No. 3 receiver against Tampa Bay. The 30-year-old more than doubled his entire season production in Sunday's game, which highlights his lack of usage through six weeks. Valdes-Scantling will look to stay involved against the Falcons next Sunday, but there's little to see from a fantasy perspective.

Brooks tallied nine total tackles (all solo) in Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Chargers.

The 2020 first-round pick finished second on the Dolphins in total tackles during Sunday's loss, trailing K.J. Britt's 13-stop performance. Brooks has had an incredible start to his second season in Miami, recording a league-leading 66 total tackles, including 1.5 sacks, through six weeks. He's expected to remain one of fantasy's top IDP options when the Dolphins face the Browns in Week 7.

Britt recorded 13 total tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Chargers.

With Tyrel Dodson (concussion) sidelined for the Week 6 contest, Britt played a season-high 61 defensive snaps and led the Dolphins in tackles. The veteran linebacker from Auburn has now tallied 20 total tackles over Miami's first six games this season, playing just 84 defensive snaps. He could draw another start in the Dolphins' Week 7 matchup against the Browns if Dodson is unable to clear concussion protocol.

Hill secured all three of his targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Chargers.

Hill drew the same target total as top tight end Darren Waller (2-12-1) during Sunday's loss. While Waller figures to more consistently see the higher target share at the TE position going forward and dominate high-value looks, Hill has benefited from an increased role the wake of the season-ending injury suffered by Tyreek Hill (IR, knee). That said, Miami's passing game figures to have a tough time producing on the road against the Browns in Week 7.

Bethune recorded 10 total tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 30-19 loss to the Buccaneers.

The second-year pro from Florida State had played just three defensive snaps all season prior to Fred Warner's (ankle) injury in the first quarter of Sunday's loss. Bethune made the most of his opportunity, finishing with a career-high and team-leading 10 total tackles across 42 defensive snaps in Week 6. With Warner expected to miss substantial time, Bethune is likely to step in as the 49ers' starting middle linebacker for the remainder of the season.