Hester (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Hester yet to play this season, Nick Williams and Eric Weems have provided depth behind the trio of Julio Jones, Roddy White and Leonard Hankerson. Once healthy, Hester will likely be the No. 4 wide receiver, in addition to handling punt and kickoff returns. Weems has done a mediocre job as the return man through three games.

Hester (toe) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hester's return is a positive development, but this could merely be a baby step as he attempts to rid himself of a turf toe injury. Once he's deemed active, he could be contained to return duties, as the Falcons' passing attack has fared well with Leonard Hankerson in a complementary role to Julio Jones.

Hester (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

EDGE Analysis

With Hester still out, Leonard Hankerson will continue to work as the Falcons' No. 3 wideout, with the absence of Hester on Sunday more of a hit to the Falcons' return game than it is to fantasy owners.

Hester (toe) didn't practice Wednesday, the Falcons' official site reports. Head coach Dan Quinn clarified Hester's status, stating, "When he can feel that explosion that he has without the pain, then we'll know we're ready. I'm not going to jeopardize for it to be longer in the injury just to have him back out there. He's such a valuable guy for us, and I want to make sure he's at his best."

EDGE Analysis

Until he returns to practice, Hester should be considered a persona non grata in the fantasy realm. In his absence, Leonard Hankerson has filled in well as the third wide receiver, meaning Hester could assume a primary return role when he's able to take the field.

Hester (toe) won't play Sunday against the Giants, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Hester still dealing with a turf toe issue, the Falcons top three wideouts heading into Week 2's action will remain Julio Jones, Roddy White and Leonard Hankerson.

Hester (toe) will not practice Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

After missing Monday's season opener against the Eagles, Hester's lingering toe injury, which he suffered in early August, will keep him out of practice once again. More information regarding his practice and game-time status should trickle in as the week wears on so fantasy owners should keep their eyes peeled on his injury designation moving forward.

Hester (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's season opener against the Eagles, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hester has been bothered by a toe injury since early August, and the setback will prevent him from playing in Week 1. With Hester out, Eric Weems and Nick Williams will handle the return duties, and Justin Hardy figures to move up a spot on the wide receiver depth chart.

Hester (turf toe) won't practice Thursday, but head coach Dan Quinn expects the returner/wideout to play Monday against the Eagles, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

After turning in his most-productive season as a receiver last year since 2009 -- 38 receptions (on 59 targets) for 504 yards and four total touchdowns -- Hester has been nudged down the depth chart with the addition of Leonard Hankerson in the offseason. Hester's waning relevance as a pass-catcher is further hindered by a turf toe injury, which contained him to two appearances in the preseason. If he takes the field Monday, his contributions will likely occur primarily as a returner.

Hester (personal) missed Tuesday's practice but is expected to return Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. Head coach Dan Quinn deemed the absence "excused," as Hester tends to a personal concern. As the offseason continues onward, it remains to the seen what role Hester will hold in the Falcons' offense this season. After acting as the third wideout most weeks in 2014, the additions of Leonard Hankerson and rookie Justin Hardy could have a negative impact on Hester's production.

Hester said his role in the Falcons' new offense is up in the air, ESPN.com reports. Hester was surprisingly useful in his first year with the Falcons last season, catching 38-of-59 targets for 504 yards and two touchdowns, with a touchdown on a rush and another on a punt return. His role under new offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan is still highly uncertain, as the Falcons added fourth-round pick Justin Hardy and veteran Leonard Hankerson to a receiving corps that's still led by Julio Jones and Roddy White.