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Gadsden caught two of his three targets for 16 yards in the 21-18 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Let's start first with the encouraging news. With Will Dissly (knee) out a second consecutive week, Gadsden saw a dramatic uptick in playing time (30 snaps) compared to Tucker Fisk (13 snaps) and Tyler Conklin (12 snaps). That the rookie almost immediately usurped the two veterans, especially in a game that saw the Chargers lose stud left tackle Joe Alt (ankle) early in the game, thus forcing Gadsden to be involved as a blocker, is certainly a good sign. But that's also the crux of the matter, too, given Alt reportedly suffered a high-ankle sprain. That likely makes Los Angeles woefully thin on the offensive line after starting tackle Rashawn Slater ruptured his patella tendon during training camp. Gadsden's best as a short to intermediate pass catcher, but the opportunity to blossom in that role may be handicapped in the immediate future.

Harris did not catch his only target in the 21-18 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Harris played just 12 offensive snaps as the lethargic Chargers offense relied on multiple tight ends to slow New York's pass rush. The imminent loss of Joe Alt (ankle) could mean Harris sees even less time on the field for the foreseeable future with the team intent on keeping Justin Herbert upright.

James recorded five tackles (one solo) on 26 defensive snaps in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie with the Packers.

A fifth-round pick in 2025, James was inactive for the first three games of the season, but the Florida product was busy late in Sunday's game after Kenneth Murray left in the fourth quarter with an undisclosed injury. Murray was able to return to the field, but James may have made a good enough impression in his NFL debut to retain a role in the linebacker rotation for a Week 5 tilt against the Jets.

Haskins played five offensive snaps and did not record an offensive stat in the 21-18 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Haskins played five offensive snaps compared to Kimani Vidal's two, but the backfield clearly belonged to rookie Omarion Hampton who put together another fantastic performance on virtually the entire workload. Haskins projects to be the short-yardage back if the Chargers opt for that route, but otherwise clearly isn't a relevant backup in this offense.

Saints head coach Kellen Moore said Monday that Hill (knee), who remains on the reserve/PUP list, will have his 21-day practice window opened this week, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Hill and fellow tight end Foster Moreau are slated to take the practice field for the first time this season once eligible to have their 21-day windows opened during Week 5 prep. That will provide New Orleans a three-week period wherein both players can be evaluated at practice without counting against the 53-man roster. Hill is recovering from a left ACL tear suffered Week 13 of last season, and once healthy he could contribute in a versatile role for Moore's offense.

Ruiz will miss time after sustaining an ankle injury in Sunday's 31-19 loss to the Bills, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

The veteran offensive lineman is set to undergo scans to determine the severity of his ankle injury, but he's still expected to miss game time regardless. With Ruiz likely sidelined for New Orleans' Week 5 matchup against the Giants, Xavier Truss is the next man up at right guard.

Murray recorded eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie with the Packers.

Per Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com, the veteran linebacker left the game briefly in the fourth quarter with an injury, but he was able to return to the field. Murray has 30 tackles through four games, putting him on pace to reach triple digits for the third time in his career as he fills a starting role in Matt Eberflus' LB-friendly scheme.

Miller sustained a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 25-24 loss to the Bears, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The 2018 first-round pick from UCLA sustained the injury on Las Vegas' final drive Sunday and will have an MRI soon, but the issue can potentially cause a multi-week absence. Miller will likely be sidelined for the Raiders' Week 5 matchup against the Colts. In his absence, Charles Grant is expected to start at left tackle.

Coach Brian Callahan said Monday that Ridley had his snaps dialed back during Sunday's loss to the Texans due an undisclosed injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

After playing at least 86 percent of the offensive snaps during each of the Titans' first three games, Ridley was on the field for just 54 percent against Houston. It translated into yet another disappointing box score for the 30-year-old wideout, as he finished with just two catches for 30 scoreless yards on three targets. Ridley has yet to find the end zone this season and has been held to 30 yards or fewer in three of four contests. In total, Ridley has an ugly 10-141-0 line on 24 targets. Among wide receivers with at least 10 targets this season, Ridley's 41.7 percent catch rate is fifth worst at the position. It's unclear if the undisclosed injury will hamper Ridley at all next Sunday against the Cardinals.

Guyton sustained a concussion in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie against the Packers, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

The 2024 first-round pick from Oklahoma must clear concussion protocol in order to suit up for Dallas' Week 5 matchup against the Jets. If Guyton is unable to clear protocol, Nate Thomas will likely step in and serve as the Cowboys' starting left tackle.