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Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers recorded four receptions on five targets for 46 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Broncos. He made an immediate impact with a 15-yard score in the first quarter, matching his longest gain. Bowers finished second on the team in targets, receptions, and yards, and despite ongoing quarterback issues, he has now impressively managed six touchdowns in his last six matchups.
Bijan Robinson was held to 86 rushing yards and no touchdowns on 20 carries in Atlanta's 37-9 loss to the Seahawks. He also tied a season-low with two receptions for only 8 receiving yards. The Falcons' loss eliminated them from postseason contention.
Bo Nix completed 31 of 38 passes for 212 yards, adding 15 rushing yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-17 win against Las Vegas. He scored his fourth rushing touchdown of the season on an opening drive that consumed nearly nine minutes. The Broncos secured their 11th victory.
Tyler Shough rushed for 55 yards and two touchdowns on seven carries, adding 144 yards on 13 completions in the Saints' 24-20 upset win over the Buccaneers. These were the first two rushing scores of his career, and he set a new personal best in rushing yardage. He faces the Panthers next.
DK Metcalf recorded seven receptions on 12 targets for 148 yards in Sunday's 27-22 win over the Ravens. This performance included three catches of at least 20 yards and his first 100-yard game since Week 4. Metcalf faces the Dolphins next.
Zay Flowers recorded eight receptions on 11 targets for 124 yards in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Steelers. He matched his season-high in targets and achieved his second 100-yard game of the season, with long gains of 35, 33, and 31 yards. He has not scored since Week 1.
Juwan Johnson secured all four of his targets for 38 yards in the Saints' 24-20 win over the Buccaneers. He led the team in receptions and finished second in receiving yards on a low-volume day for the passing game. Johnson has at least four catches in six of his last seven games.
Ravens receiver DeAndre Hopkins briefly took to social media to criticize NFL officiating after a crucial fourth-quarter touchdown catch by Isaiah Likely was overturned in Baltimore's 27-22 loss to the Steelers. Hopkins tweeted, '@NFL @NFLOfficiating 13 years in the this league, how many steps do you need in the end zone for a TD?' before quickly deleting the post, likely to avoid a league fine. The play was ruled incomplete as Likely did not complete the 'football move' element of the catch.
Emeka Egbuka secured two of nine targets for 15 yards in the Buccaneers' 24-20 loss to the Saints. He set new career lows in receptions and receiving yards and dropped a potential touchdown. Egbuka will look to rebound against the Falcons on Thursday.
Chris Godwin caught five of eight targets for 55 yards in the Buccaneers' 24-20 loss to the Saints. He led the team in receptions, receiving yards, and targets, with his longest catch being 32 yards. Godwin has 8 receptions for 133 yards over his last two games.
Baker Mayfield completed 14 of 30 passes for 122 yards, with a touchdown and an interception, adding six rushes for 42 yards in the Buccaneers' 24-20 loss to the Saints. He struggled significantly, posting a 44.9 QBR and throwing an interception that led to a Saints touchdown. Mike Evans may return for Week 15.
Browns TE Harold Fannin Jr. had 8 catches for 114 yards and a TD on 11 targets in Sunday's loss to the Titans. He accounted for significant market shares in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns on a high-volume passing day for Cleveland. Fannin Jr. also caught a late touchdown from Shedeur Sanders.
Undrafted rookie quarterback Brady Cook made his unexpected NFL debut for the New York Jets, entering midway through the first quarter after Tyrod Taylor sustained a groin injury. Cook completed 14 of 30 passes for 163 yards, enduring six sacks, recovering his own fumble, and throwing two red-zone interceptions in the loss to the Dolphins. Despite the challenging circumstances, Cook stated he 'felt ready to play' and looks forward to building on the experience. He is the likely starter against the Jaguars if Taylor remains sidelined.
Jonathan Taylor was among the biggest disappointments in Week 14, according to a recap of performances. No specific details regarding his game statistics or the context of his struggles were provided in the source text, only that his performance was subpar.
Devin Neal rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries, adding 14 receiving yards on his only target in the Saints' 24-20 win over the Buccaneers. He set a new career high in rushing yardage and scored his first career touchdown. Neal may continue to see expanded opportunity.
Derrick Henry rushed for 94 yards on 25 carries, adding eight receiving yards in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Steelers. His 25 carries were a season high, and despite being limited to 3.8 yards per carry, he topped 100 yards from scrimmage for the third time in his last four games.
Chris Olave brought in three of five targets for 30 yards in the Saints' 24-20 win over the Buccaneers. Playing through a back issue, he maintained his streak of no less than three catches in any game this season. Olave faces the Panthers next.
De'Von Achane left the Dolphins' 34-10 victory over the Jets with a rib injury after a strong first half, totaling 105 yards and a touchdown. Coach Mike McDaniel is hopeful for his return next week, though Achane did not play in the second half. Jaylen Wright filled in effectively.
Dalton Kincaid caught four of five targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 39-34 win over the Bengals. Returning from hamstring and knee issues, he made an immediate impact with a five-yard TD reception. Kincaid has five touchdowns this season.
Khalil Shakir caught two of three targets for 16 yards and an 11-yard touchdown in the Buffalo Bills' 39-34 win over the Bengals. This was Shakir's fourth touchdown of the season, tying his career high. However, it was also his third game in the last four failing to reach 20 receiving yards. He will look for more volume against the Patriots in Week 15.
