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Just yesterday, ESPN’s Dan Graziano opined that the Falcons might want to see how Pitts fits in their new offense before committing to a long-term contract. Today, his colleague Marc Raimondi published comments from Pitts, who described the tag as being “kind of like my fifth-year option, but it’s a sixth-year option.” Pitts believes that the new staff’s tag use shows that they see something in him and “trust” him. Tagged players sometimes hold out or argue for a long-term deal. Not Pitts. He is ready to play. Stefanski, a former tight ends coach, has helped deliver TE1 results over the years. Per PFF, flats and hitches were Pitts’ most run routes last year. Based on Stefanski’s 2025 play designs with the Browns, Pitts could run them even more this year, while also running more drags, curls and potentially, overs. Pitts is a TE1 this season, but his range of potential outcomes is still being decided. Hopefully, we learn more during training camp next month.

The Commanders placed Amos on injured reserve at the end of camp, which will require him to miss at least the first four games of the season. Quinn said Amos’ “speed and on-field work” have been encouraging as of late, but declined to comment on when the 2025 second-rounder could return. The Commanders’ secondary has struggled through the first two weeks of the season, allowing a league-high seven touchdown passes while also ranking 25th in yards per attempt allowed. We’ll have a better sense of when Amos could be in line to return once the team opens his return window.

He did not practice at any point this week and looks to be questionable for Week 4. The Browns also listed CB Tyson Campbell (hip, ankle) and Grant Delpit (shoulder) as questionable. Browns coach Todd Monken said he’s “hopeful” Campbell and Delpit will go.

The second-string tight end’s absence may open up more opportunities for New England slot wideout Pop Douglas. The Patriots also ruled out Dre’Mont Jones (shoulder) for Week 3.

He is wearing the red non-contact jersey, however. With a DNP sandwiched between two sessions with the non-contact jersey, Moore is likely to be questionable at best for Week 3. We’ll see how the designations fall later today, but Moore-reliant fantasy managers should have a backup plan ready for Sunday.

Laquon Treadwell prayer starts are officially on the menu for Week 3.

Head coach Todd Bowles also ruled out LB Josiah Trotter (shoulder) for Sunday’s game. Bain has gotten off to a slow start for the Bucs so far, totaling just one sack while appearing on 76 defensive snaps. The rookie first-rounder will miss at least one game after being sidelined in practice all week. We’ll see if he can get on the field for Week 4’s game against the Packers.

Legette popped up on Thursday’s injury report as a DNP and was limited on Friday. The third-year receiver underwent an MRI, but it doesn’t sound like it revealed anything too concerning given his practice status for Friday. Even if he is active, Legette isn’t on the fantasy radar this week. He’s managed just two receptions for 64 yards on four targets so far this season.

Coker is questionable, but it sounds like he’s trending to play after head coach Dave Canales said he expects him to be on the field. Coker was limited in Wednesday and Friday’s practices, which is another good sign for his availability. Through two games, Coker has caught 16 passes for 204 yards and two touchdowns and can be treated as a WR2 this week.

Allen was a DNP for each of the Bengals’ first two practices but was able to get on the field to close out the week. Allen has been a solid pickup for the Bengals’ revamped defense this season. He’s tallied five tackles while also recording a sack in both games and should have plenty of chances to get after Aaron Rodgers this weekend. Taylor said DT B.J. Hill (Achilles) is doubtful to play this week.

Pollard being upgraded to a full participant on Friday suggests he will be removed from the injury report heading into the weekend. Pollard has rushed 21 times for 99 yards this season while adding another two receptions on three targets. With rain expected in Sunday’s forecast, the Titans could lean heavily on Pollard and the ground game against a Giants team that’s allowing 5.0 yards per carry through two games.