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Boutte is in line for a larger role with Nico Collins (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Aaron Wilson of SportsTalk790AM reports.

Boutte was targeted on just two of 25 routes in a Week 1 loss to Buffalo, catching one pass for 21 yards. His 60 percent route share was fourth on the team, behind Collins (86 percent), TE Dalton Schultz (71 percent) and WR Xavier Hutchinson (69 percent). With Collins out of the equation, Hutchinson and Boutte are the safest bets to take WR snaps, with Jaylin Noel and Jared Wayne also having roles. The Texans also may lean into multi-TE formations after using 11 personnel on 58 percent of snaps in their season opener.

Strand is listed as the No. 2 quarterback for Sunday's game versus the Panthers, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

With Michael Penix (knee) out and Tua Tagovailoa (oblique) doubtful, Cooper Rush (back) will start again in Week 2. While Strand is currently penciled in as the No. 2 signal-caller against Carolina, he'll see action if Rush is forced to miss any time.

Nacua didn't practice Friday due to a hip injury, Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register reports.

Nacua wasn't present during the portion of Friday's practice open to the media, but now the reason for his absence is known. He has just one more chance to prove his health ahead of Monday's game against the Giants and avoid a Week 2 injury designation. With Jordan Whittington (quadriceps) also showing up as a DNP on Friday's practice report, Davante Adams, Konata Mumpfield, Xavier Smith, Tutu Atwell and CJ Daniels represent the healthy wide receivers on the Rams' active roster.

Davis (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Steelers, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Davis played on all but one of the Patriots' defensive snaps in the 13-10 loss to the Seahawks in Week 1. However, he hasn't practiced all week due to a neck injury, casting doubt about his availability against Pittsburgh. If Davis can't suit up in Week 2, Charles Woods, Karon Prunty and Channing Canada could each see more action.

Donald told Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com on Friday, "That's the plan," when asked if he'll play Monday against the Giants.

Donald made his long-awaited return to the Rams on Aug. 30, but the Rams took advantage of a roster exemption from the NFL and didn't have him travel with the team for a Week 1 matchup with the 49ers in Melbourne, Australia. The exemption was lifted on Sept. 11, and he hasn't been included on L.A.'s Week 2 injury report, indicating that he's in the clear to make his first appearance since the 2023 campaign. Donald's comment Friday confirms that he expects to play.

Dulin (ankle) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Dulin won't suit up versus the Chiefs, with head coach Shane Steichen labeling the wideout as "week-to-week." While Dulin is sidelined, Seth McGowan should handle most of the return duties. Laquon Treadwell also figures to see extra playing time behind Josh Downs, Keenan Allen and Alec Pierce (heel).

Kittle (Achilles) practiced fully Friday and does not have an injury designation for Week 2, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Kittle was limited at San Francisco's first two practices of the week, but he was able to get in a full session Friday. As such, consider him ready to go for his team's Week 2 matchup with the Dolphins.

Jones (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Falcons.

Jones didn't suit up for the Week 1 loss to the Bears. Although he practiced in a limited capacity throughout the week, he's in danger of missing another contest Sunday. If Jones can't get on the field against Atlanta, Princely Umanmielen and Trevis Gipson would be in line for more snaps.

Brown (back) won't play in Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Brown didn't practice throughout the week. While he has been ruled out for Week 2, it's unknown how much longer he will be out of commission. As a result, Aaron Hall and TeRah Edwards are both expected to receive more snaps versus the Falcons.

Luvu (groin) won't play in Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Tashan Reed of The Washington Post reports.

Luvu suffered a groin strain in Sunday's 24-22 loss to Philadelphia. While the injury isn't expected to land him on injured reserve, he will at least miss Sunday's NFC East showdown with Dallas. With Luvu sidelined for Week 2, Leo Chenal is the favorite to move into the starting lineup.