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  Buccaneers | Sal Cannella joins Tampa Bay    Fri Jul 26, 04:49 PM

Free-agent TE Sal Cannella signed an undisclosed contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Friday, July 26.

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  Panthers | Carolina announces several transactions    Fri Jul 26, 03:38 PM

Free-agent TE Feleipe Franks, CB Kiondre Thomas and WR Devin Carter signed undisclosed contracts with the Carolina Panthers on Friday, July 26. The Panthers also waived S Clayton Isbell, OT Christian Duffie and WR Sam Pinckney.

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  Bengals | Hakeem Butler catches on with Cincinnati    Fri Jul 26, 02:34 PM

Free-agent WR Hakeem Butler (UFL) signed an undisclosed contract with the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday, July 26.

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  Browns | David Njoku limited Thursday    Fri Jul 26, 01:07 PM

Cleveland Browns TE David Njoku (undisclosed) worked on the side during practice Thursday, July 25, due to an undisclosed injury.

Footballguys view: Myles Garrett is on the same "ramp up" program as Njoku, so we're not worried about the tight end. If anything changes to up the concern level here, we'll make sure to tell you about it.

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  Giants | Daniel Bellinger ready for camp    Thu Jul 25, 10:16 PM

New York Giants TE Daniel Bellinger (undisclosed) was cleared to participate in training camp after dealing with an undisclosed injury throughout spring activities.

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  Buccaneers | Sal Cannella agrees to terms    Thu Jul 25, 06:58 PM

Free-agent TE Sal Cannella (Seahawks) agreed to terms with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Thursday, July 25. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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  Panthers | Tommy Tremble not on field Thursday    Thu Jul 25, 05:05 PM

Carolina Panthers TE Tommy Tremble (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, July 25, because of a hamstring tightness, according to head coach Dave Canales.

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  Bengals | Cincinnati to take a look at Hakeem Butler    Thu Jul 25, 03:53 PM

Free-agent WR Hakeem Butler (UFL) is expected to visit with and work out for the Cincinnati Bengals later this week, according to Chris Roling of BengalsWire.

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  Broncos | Big role for Greg Dulcich?    Thu Jul 25, 01:51 AM

Denver Broncos TE Greg Dulcich (hamstring) 'looked the part of an important weapon' in the offense during practice Wednesday, July 24, according to Nick Kosmider of The Athletic.

Footballguys view: Dulcich had a good first day of practice. He's got the speed to get open, and he can stretch the field as a 'joker' in Sean Payton's offense. Dulcich has talent, that's easy to see, but he needs to stay healthy to earn his spot and make plays for his team.

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  Broncos | Greg Dulcich expected to practice    Tue Jul 23, 05:24 PM

Denver Broncos TE Greg Dulcich (hamstring) is expected to participate in practice later this week, according to head coach Sean Payton.

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  Buccaneers | Tampa Bay sends two to NFI    Tue Jul 23, 04:15 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Tanner Taula (undisclosed) and QB Zack Annexstad (undisclosed) were placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list on Tuesday, July 23.

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  Rams | Tyler Higbee a no-go for the start of camp    Tue Jul 23, 03:50 PM

Los Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee (knee) will begin training camp on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list, according to head coach Sean McVay.

Footballguys view: While on the PUP list, Higbee, recovering from a torn ACL, cannot practice but can participate in other team activities. He can also be activated at any time, at which point he can practice. This designation does not guarantee that he will miss any regular-season games. If the Rams keep Higbee on the reserve/PUP list when final roster cuts are made, however, he will be required to miss at least the season's first four games.

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  49ers | George Kittle had massive weight fluctuation post-surgery    Tue Jul 23, 02:43 PM

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle told reporters on Tuesday, July 23, that his weight dropped to 214 pounds this offseason as he recovered from core muscle surgery. He has since returned to his normal playing weight of 243 pounds.

Footballguys view: As Footballguy Dave Kluge pointed out earlier this year, Kittle quietly bounced back in 2023. After trending down for four consecutive years in yards per route run, he hit a league-high 2.30 last year. It's the fourth time he's led all TEs in YPRR and his first time since 2020. Kittle finished 2023 as TE6 and currently carries a TE7 Average Draft Position.

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  Texans | Dalton Schultz not on field Monday    Tue Jul 23, 01:30 AM

Houston Texans TE Dalton Schultz (undisclosed) did not participate in practice Monday, July 22.

Footballguys view: We'll continue watching this, but Schultz's injury seems like a minor issue. More to the point, while he was a solid starting option for fantasy managers last year, the arrival of Stefon Diggs will make it difficult for Schultz to repeat his TE10 showing last year.

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  Packers | Tucker Kraft making progress    Tue Jul 23, 01:26 AM

Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft (pectoral) is believed to be ahead of schedule in his recovery from torn pectoral muscle.

Footballguys view: Kraft should return as a full participant this summer. He'll compete for a role alongside fellow second-year tight end Luke Musgrave.

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  Cowboys | Two players may avoid injury lists    Mon Jul 22, 07:09 PM

Dallas Cowboys TE Luke Schoonmaker (hamstring) and DT Mazi Smith (shoulder) are expected to be at least limited participants in practice when training camp begins.

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  Panthers | Seven players work out for CAR    Mon Jul 22, 06:08 PM

Free-agent S Henry Black (Colts), TE Feleipe Franks (Falcons), CB Kyler McMichael (Cardinals), DE Wyatt Ray (Broncos), LB Derick Roberson (Texans), CB Kiondre Thomas (Packers) and CB S Trenton Thompson (Steelers) recently worked out for the Carolina Panthers.

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  Buccaneers | Two placed on NFI list    Mon Jul 22, 05:56 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Zack Annexstad (undisclosed) and TE Tanner Taula (undisclosed) were placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list Monday, July 22.

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  Vikings | T.J. Hockenson starts camp on PUP    Mon Jul 22, 03:02 PM

Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) will start training camp on the PUP list but is 'well ahead of schedule,' according to head coach Kevin O'Connell on Monday, July 22.

Footballguys view: Hockenson tore his MCL and ACL in Week 15 last season, his first with the Vikings. "The significant injury that it was, we want to make sure to follow our plan when T.J. gets on the field and continues to do more and more throughout training camp," O'Connell said. "And hopefully, at some point when he's ready to go, we want to make sure everything is done the right way for T.J. because he's such a significant part of our organization." Hockenson had career highs in catches (95) and yards (960) before suffering that knee injury. Fantasy managers should be cautious and assume O'Connell's "at some point" timetable is vague for a reason.

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  Broncos | Greg Dulcich avoids PUP list    Mon Jul 22, 11:55 AM

Denver Broncos TE Greg Dulcich (hamstring) was not placed on the active/physically unable to perform list ahead of training camp.

Footballguys view: Dulcich has missed most of his last two seasons with a hamstring and then a foot injury. He missed the entire offseason following foot surgery but appears ready to return. His ability to remain healthy will determine what kind of factor he'll be. Adam Trautman and Lucas Krull are also on hand at the position.

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  Chiefs | Gerrit Prince sent to waivers    Sun Jul 21, 05:03 PM

Kansas City Chiefs TE Gerrit Prince (undisclosed) was waived with an injury designation on Sunday, July 21.

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  Bears | Gerald Everett activated    Sun Jul 21, 03:20 PM

Chicago Bears TE Gerald Everett (undisclosed) was activated from the non-football injury list Sunday, July 21.

Footballguys view: Everett was placed on the NFI list last Friday. Before the weekend is over, Everett passed his conditioning test and will be ready to practice. Cole Kmet is the starter, but Everett is there to give them veteran depth.

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  Ravens | Mark Andrews says he's '100 percent'    Sun Jul 21, 12:23 AM

Baltimore Ravens TE Mark Andrews (ankle) said he fells '100 percent' healthy from the ankle injury he suffered during the 2023 regular season, he told reporters Saturday, July 20.

Footballguys view: Andrews suffered an ankle injury that knocked him out for seven regular-season games last year (although he did return in the postseason). He's healthy now, and Fantasy GMs are ready for him to dominate as a TE1 once again. Isaiah Likely (who we love) is there to be a quality backup to Andrews and could post TE1 numbers himself if Andrews is banged up again.

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  Bengals | Three placed on injured lists    Sat Jul 20, 01:58 PM

Cincinnati Bengals DL Devonnsha Maxwell and CB D.J. Ivey were placed on the active/physically unable to perform list on Saturday, July 20. In addition, TE Erick All Jr. was placed on the active/non-football injury list.

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  Chiefs | Gerrit Prince in a boot    Sat Jul 20, 10:06 AM

Kansas City Chiefs TE Gerrit Prince (undisclosed) was wearing a walking boot and did not participate in practice Friday, July 19.

Footballguys view: Undrafted out of UAB in 2022 (Jaguars), Prince was added by the Chiefs about a year ago and spent the 2023 season on their practice squad. He was a long shot to make the 53-man roster this year, especially after the Chiefs drafted a potential star TE in Jared Wiley from TCU in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL draft.

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  Bears | Gerald Everett lands on NFI    Fri Jul 19, 01:58 PM

Chicago Bears TE Gerald Everett (undisclosed) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list on Friday, July 19.

Footballguys view: The Bears have Cole Kmet as their starter, but Everett gives them quality veteran depth at the position. The NFI list is for players who were injured away from the facilities. We'll see when Everett can get his conditioning test done and start practicing with his team.

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  Saints | Juwan Johnson on PUP list    Thu Jul 18, 05:14 PM

New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (foot) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Thursday, July 18.

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  Packers | Green Bay places five on injured lists    Wed Jul 17, 05:59 PM

Green Bay Packers OT Donovan Jennings (undisclosed), TE Tucker Kraft (undisclosed), WR Alex McGough (undisclosed) and OT Zach Tom (undisclosed) were placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Wednesday, July 17. The team also placed S Kitan Oladapo (undisclosed) on the Active/Non-Football Injury list.

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  Texans | 3 to be limited at start of camp    Wed Jul 17, 02:55 PM

Houston Texans OTs Laremy Tunsil and Tytus Howard and TE Teagan Quitoriano are all expected to be eased into action at the start of training camp, per source on Wednesday, July 17.

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  Giants | Theo Johnson injury update    Wed Jul 17, 12:38 AM

Updating a previous report, New York Giants TE Theo Johnson (hip) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list because of a hip injury.

Footballguys view: The fourth-round pick from Penn State could compete for a starting job when healthy. With the retirement of Darren Waller, Daniel Bellinger is in line to be the Giants' no.1 tight end.

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  Steelers | Pat Freiermuth showed off reliable hands    Wed Jul 17, 12:38 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth was the only qualified tight end in the league who did not record a drop during the 2023 season.

Footballguys view: Freiermuth brings reliability to the field every time he's out there. This season, he'll be catching passes from QB Russell Wilson who can (contrary to what some believe) pepper the tight end position with targets. We like projecting Freiermuth for around 50-55 catches, 550 yards, and five receiving touchdowns. That makes him a low-end TE1 for Fantasy GMs out there.

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  Giants | Theo Johnson unable to go at the start of camp    Tue Jul 16, 04:59 PM

New York Giants TE Theo Johnson was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list on Tuesday, July 16.

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  Bengals | Mike Gesicki in big slot role    Mon Jul 15, 03:28 PM

Cincinnati Bengals TE Mike Gesicki is expected to be used in a 'big slot' role, according to sources Monday, July 15.

Footballguys view: So wrote The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. in a piece predicting fantasy breakout players. Dehner added that, most importantly, Gesicki could finally give Burrow a tight end capable of regularly exploiting the intermediate-to-deep middle between Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase. Dehner believes Gesicki going for 700 yards and seven TDs is possible. Gesicki is currently a "free-square" play as TE28 on the Footballguys Average Draft Position rankings.

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  Falcons | Kyle Pitts expanding usage    Sun Jul 14, 03:39 PM

Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts will also see some work as a wide receiver, according to sources Sunday, July 14.

Footballguys view: The Falcons should be using Pitts more as a big-bodied wide receiver as that's the best use of his physical skill set. We think he will bounce back into the top 10 at his position from a fantasy perspective. Last year, Pitts finished as the no.13 fantasy tight end in standard-scoring leagues. This year, Pitts could move near the top 5 if he plays up to his potential. After three years in the league, and one 1,000-yard season, we still have yet to see the best from Pitts.

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  Chiefs | Travis Kelce still effective    Sun Jul 14, 02:40 AM

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce's 10.6 yards per catch in 2023 were a career low, but his 65.6 receiving yards per game and 51 first downs ranked first among tight ends.

Footballguys view: The Chiefs' offense can do whatever they want. Last season, the Chiefs peppered defenses with underneath passes while taking some deep shots here and there. Kelce was there to be reliable on those shorter passes, and he certainly knows how to move the chains. His streak of seven straight 1,000-yard season was broken last year (984 yards), but Kelce should push for over 1,000 once again in 2024.

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  49ers | George Kittle delivered big plays    Sun Jul 14, 02:40 AM

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle led all tight ends with 15.7 yards per reception last year, and his 7.4 yards after the catch were tied for the most at the position.

Footballguys view: Kittle is one of the best in the game, and he should continue to be a big part of what the 49ers do on offense. He's tough to bring down after the catch, and that's why his numbers in that category are so healthy. This year, Fantasy GMs are drafting Kittle as a mid-range TE1 as per usual. We don't think he matches the 1,000-yard mark he did a year ago, but projecting Kittle for around 65 catches, 850 yards, and six receiving touchdowns sounds about right.

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  Titans | Josh Whyle bulking up?    Sat Jul 13, 02:50 AM

Tennessee Titans TE Josh Whyle 'changed his body' over the offseason by focusing on becoming bigger and stronger, according to Jim Wyatt of TennesseeTitans.com, and Wyatt believes Whyle is ready to 'make a big jump' in 2024.

Footballguys view: Whyle didn't do much as a rookie in 2023. The fifth-round pick out of Cincinnati caught nine passes for 94 yards and one touchdown in eight games. This year, Whyle will once again be the primary backup to starting TE Chigoziem Okonkwo.

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  Raiders | Michael Mayer packed on the pounds during offseason    Fri Jul 12, 01:01 AM

Las Vegas Raiders TE Michael Mayer reportedly is up to 265 pounds - 16 pounds more than he weighed at the 2023 NFL Combine - and the team believes he has made some 'significant strides' as a blocker, according to Tashan Reed of The Athletic.

Footballguys view: Mayer is going to be the "Y" tight end for the Raiders, and he doesn't need to come off the field because he can block and catch. Rookie first-round pick Brock Bowers is a fantastic receiving threat, but he's not the blocker that Mayer is. We'll have to see how the Raiders utilize these two tight ends, but Bowers should be the leading receiver between the two while Mayer could play more snaps. That's why Bowers is a borderline TE1 for Fantasy GMs, and Mayer is a TE3 this season.

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  Raiders | Michael Mayer could be the primary TE    Thu Jul 11, 01:35 AM

Las Vegas Raiders TE Michael Mayer could see more snaps this season than rookie first-round TE Brock Bowers, in the opinion of The Athletic's Tashan Reed, who notes that Mayer (6-foot-4, 265 pounds) is bigger than Bowers (6-foot-3, 243 pounds) and made considerable strides as a blocker during his rookie year, which is an area Bowers is not considered strong. Raiders tight ends coach Luke Steckel said earlier this offseason that 'tight ends are blockers first,' which may lead to more playing time for Mayer under run-first offensive coordinator Luke Getsy.

Footballguys view: Bowers is a receiver who lines up at tight end. Mayer is your classic 'Y' tight end who can catch and block. It's going to be interesting to see how these routes/targets/catches are split between the two. Right now, Fantasy GMs are selecting Bowers as a low-end TE1 or TE2 with upside.

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  Ravens | Isaiah Likely insanely productive with his opportunities    Sat Jul 6, 03:39 AM

Baltimore Ravens TE Isaiah Likely caught 30 of his 40 targets for 411 yards and five touchdowns in 2023. The resulting 147.0 passer rating on targets in his direction was the highest of any qualified pass-catcher in the league last season, according to Pro Football Reference.

Footballguys view: Likely is one of our favorite players in dynasty formats. He's going to be a quality starter one day, and Likely has Pro Bowl-caliber potential. However, for now, he's a quality reserve for the Ravens behind Mark Andrews.

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  Jaguars | Evan Engram eyeing more work down the field    Fri Jul 5, 01:18 PM

Jacksonville Jaguars TE Evan Engram believed his role with the team so far has been as a 'security blanket' and sees 2024 as a chance to make 'more explosive plays' and become a 'bigger red zone target.''My role was underneath being the security blanket for Trevor (Lawrence) underneath and getting the ball in my hands fast, (yards after the catch), getting up field and moving the chains. I've done that really well and I think the next level for me is to improve that intermediate, deep range... 'Making more explosive plays, downfield, more touchdowns, being a bigger red zone target. Those are my goals. I think that can take it to a whole other level,' Engram told ESPN.com's Michael DiRocco.

Footballguys view: Engram's career yards-per-catch average is 10.1 but last year the security blanket role held that number to just 8.4 YPC. As Lawrence continues to improve, Engram could stretch the field to open things up for other receivers. With more targets down the field, Engram could see fewer catches than the 114 he had in 2023. However, he still projects as a top-10 fantasy tight end with the potential to end the season in the top-5 at his position.

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  Bengals | Erick All on track for camp    Thu Jul 4, 02:43 PM

Cincinnati Bengals TE Erick All (knee) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.

Footballguys view: As SBNation.com's Anthony Cosenza recently noted, Cincinnati will undoubtedly exercise patience with All following his 2023 ACL tear. He could become the long-term solution to the team's reliance on veteran one-year rentals at the position. The Bengals have Mike Gesicki, Drew Sample, and Tanner Hudson to lean on in the short term.

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  Browns | CLE to look for TE depth    Tue Jul 2, 11:01 AM

Cleveland Browns TE Jordan Akins will be the team's TE2 on the roster, but the Browns are expected to monitor preseason cuts for young or veteran tight ends to add to their depth.

Footballguys view: Plain Dealer staffer Mary Kay Cabot also suggested they might also be on the lookout for trade possibilities. Zaire Mitchell-Paden is a young prospect behind David Njoku and Akins, but head coach Kevin Stefanski and offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey like to use multiple tight ends, so their desire for more depth makes sense.

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  Chiefs | Jared Wiley flashed potential    Sun Jun 30, 03:08 PM

Kansas City Chiefs TE Jared Wiley 'showed strong receiving skills' during OTAs, according to Nate Taylor of The Athletic.

Footballguys view: Dynasty players in tight end premium leagues need to take note of Wiley, who could replace Noah Gray as the heir apparent to Travis Kelce. Gray has been developing well for a fifth round pick, but that could mean he'll get more in free agency next year than the Chiefs are willing to pay, especially with Wiley impressing early on. Wiley is a strong contested catch player who shines in the red zone, leading all FBS tight ends in touchdowns last year.

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  Panthers | Ian Thomas standing out?    Tue Jun 25, 02:23 PM

Carolina Panthers TE Ian Thomas has 'stolen the spotlight at a position that is featured in (head coach) Dave Canales' passing game,' according to ESPN.com's David Newton.

Footballguys view: Much was made about the upgrade at TE when the Panthers selected Texas' Ja'Tavion Sanders in the fourth round. But Newton reports that Thomas, primarily a blocker who had only five catches last season, has become a big target at a position for which the Panthers ranked last in the NFL the past four seasons with 181 catches for 1,734 yards and 10 touchdowns. We'll note that while Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, and Rachaad White had great success in Canales' scheme in Tampa Bay last season, Cade Otten finished the year as TE20 after pulling in 47 catches for 455 yards with four touchdowns. Keep your expectations for Thomas and Sanders in check here.

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  Steelers | Pat Freiermuth the No. 2 target?    Mon Jun 24, 03:35 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth is lining up to be the No. 2 target in the offense after a strong spring, according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor. 'The Steelers don't have a solid WR2 option, but that might not matter as much if Freiermuth continues on the kind of upward trajectory he established this offseason,' Pryor said.

Footballguys view: Hampered by a nagging hamstring injury and playing in what Pryor characterized as "a disjointed offense," Freiermuth had a career-low 32 catches for 308 yards, less than half of his output from 2022. The Steelers don't have a solid WR2 option, but Pryor contends that might not matter as much if Freiermuth continues the upward trajectory he established this offseason. Fantasy managers looking to take a shot upside when/if they draft a backup at the position might find Freiermuth, TE16 on the Footballguys 2024 Draft Rankings, a suitable target.

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  Eagles | Dallas Goedert excited for new offense    Sun Jun 23, 03:23 PM

Philadelphia Eagles TE Dallas Goedert had high praise for the offense under new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore and expects a bigger role in the passing game. 'I'm really excited for how he uses the tight end and how he feels like they can be a big part of the offense and help win games,' Geodert told The Philadelphia Inquirer on Saturday, June 22.

Footballguys view: NFL.com notes that Goedert has had at least 46 catches every season since 2019, but no more than 59. He's scored at least three touchdowns in each of his six seasons. But his career-high total is just five (in 2019). Goedert hasn't surpassed 850 yards in a season, but since his rookie year, he's also routinely stayed above 500. Will 2024 be the breakout season? Under Moore in 2023, the Chargers leaned more on Keenan Allen and Austin Ekeler than their tight ends, but Gerald Everett was tied for second on the team with 51 receptions, and Donald Parham enjoyed a career year with 27 catches, 285 yards, and four scores.

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  Jaguars | Evan Engram hungry for more    Sat Jun 22, 09:16 AM

Jacksonville Jaguars TE Evan Engram said he wants to become more than just an underneath target this season. 'Making more explosive plays, downfield, more touchdowns, being a bigger red zone target,' Engram said. 'Those are my goals. I think that can take it to a whole other level.'

Footballguys view: Engram has been a reliable short and intermediate target for Trevor Lawrence. If he can add more downfield and red zone production, he'll be one of the best values at tight end this year. Whether free agent addition Gabe Davis and first round pick Brian Thomas can replace Calvin Ridley will be one of the biggest factors in answering whether Engram's role in the pass offense will grow significantly. Engram is going outside of the top seven tight ends this year despite finishing in the top five last year.

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  Bengals | Mike Gesicki moves all over    Thu Jun 20, 03:42 PM

Cincinnati Bengals TE Mike Gesicki 'shifted all around the line of scrimmage' during the offseason program, according to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic.

Footballguys view: The Bengals have helped C.J. Uzomah and Hayden Hurst get paid in free agency, and now it could be Gesicki's turn (we'll agree to forget about Irv Smith's blown opportunity last year). Joe Burrow will be looking for a new third option with Tyler Boyd gone in free agency to the Titans, and Gesicki could be it. He's free in early best ball drafts, but based on his play last year in New England, he should be.

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  Rams | Tyler Higbee uncertain for start of season    Thu Jun 20, 02:50 PM

Los Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee (knee) is expected to be on the Physically Unable to Perform list during training camp, and his availability for the start of the regular season will be determined by his recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament.

Footballguys view: The Rams signed Colby Parkinson to a three-year, $22.5 million deal, and 2023 fifth round pick Davis Allen produced better numbers than expected when Higbee was out last year, so there's some possible fantasy value here if Higbee is a non-factor as long as one of the two emerges as the primary receiving tight end. Both are waiver wire watch list material going into training camp.

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