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Pierce took a $2 million pay cut for this upcoming season, while his restructured deal frees up $2.668 million for the Ravens. The veteran defensive tackle saw his 2022 season cut short after he suffered a torn biceps in Week 3. He can earn back his money through incentives that have been worked into his deal.

Bosa was able to return in Week 8 against the Saints and played 20-of-73 snaps. The 2016 second-round pick should play against in Week 9 against Cleveland, but may not get a full snap count again.

Hurst looks like he’ll be able to play in Week 9 against the Browns after missing the previous two weeks with his groin issue. Will Dissly (shoulder) may miss Sunday’s tilt against Cleveland, so assuming Hurst does go, he’s worth a look as a streamer for that contest.

Jeudy was a full participant during Wednesday’s practice, so it’s possible the injury occurred during that session or Thursday’s. Either way, it’s something to keep an eye on. Jeudy caught five passes on eight targets for a season-high 79 yards, and will see a good amount of balls thrown his way if he can go Week 9 against the Chargers. Friday will be one to keep an eye on.

Dissly was unable to practice during Wednesday’s session, so at least this is an upgrade in that sense. The 28-year-old has been a productive receiver over the past few weeks, but he’s likely a game-time decision for Week 9’s tilt against the Browns.

Nothing to see here. McConkey was limited by a hip issue during Wednesday’s practice, but all signs point to the impressive rookie being a strong option for Week 9 against the Cleveland secondary.

It’s an upgrade from the limited session that Johnston received during Wednesday’s session. The 23-year-old missed the last two games with his ankle injury, but has a good chance of returning Week 9 against the Browns.

Chark was able to get in a limited session Wednesday, and was upgrade to a full participant Thursday. The 28-year-old has a chance to return in Week 9 against the Browns, but fantasy managers who are considering him — few as there may be — should wait to see what happens Friday.

Thursday was the first practice of the week for the Buccaneers, who face the Chiefs on Monday. Shepard exited the team’s Week 8 loss against the Falcons with a hamstring injury and did not return to the field, putting his Week 9 availability legitimately in question. If he’s unable to go, The Buccaneers will likely feature a lot of Trey Palmer and Jalen McMillan in the passing game.

The Chiefs have been “limiting” Hunt with various minor bumps and bruises since he became lead back. There has been zero indication his status is in doubt for Monday evening’s game against the Bucs. You can keep Hunt locked-in as a mid-range RB2.

Davis’ injury has never seemed all that serious, but the Jags haven’t been shedding much light on his true status. Davis’ status becomes far more important if Brian Thomas Jr. (ribs) can’t go. BTJ seems genuinely questionable for Sunday’s contest against the Eagles. Even were Thomas to join Christian Kirk on the shelf, Davis will have trouble pushing for genuine WR4 value.