Hester's teammate, Roddy White, is inactive for Thursday's game against the Buccaneers. Harry Douglas and Julio Jones will start at wideout for the Falcons on Thursday, but White's absence opens the door for Hester to potentially see some added Week 3 looks, after turning in a one-catch effort this past Sunday.

Hester followed up his five-catch, 99-yard effort in Week 1 with one catch for two yards against the Bengals this past Sunday. Though Roddy White is banged up in advance of Thursday's game against the Bucs, Hester figures to remain a hit-or-miss option in the Falcons' offense, with Julio Jones and Harry Douglas also in the team's wideout mix. Hester does, however, remain the Falcons' top return man.

Hester caught five balls for 99 yards in Sunday's thrilling win over the Saints. Hester was targeted six times on the day, and although it's all but certain Matt Ryan won't throw for 448 yards each week, it's encouraging that Hester is getting looks in an offense with plenty of weapons. He also returns punts and kicks, so it appears he'll have more than a few chances to bust off big plays for the Falcons this year.

Hester caught four passes for 56 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason win over the Titans. Hester opened the scoring by taking a slant 31 yards for a touchdown. Hester had five targets on the day and certainly looked like he belonged out with the starters. It's clear Julio Jones and Roddy White are the starters, but Hester is quietly attempting to supplant Harry Douglas as the slot receiver. He's worth a flyer late in your draft, especially since Hester will factor into special teams.

Devin Hester does not anticipate much offensive involvement with Atlanta. Hester has never been effective on offense, so the Falcons are letting him focus on special teams. "My role is going to be pretty much kickoff and punt return," Hester said. "I'll take over full responsibility of that duty, and as far as on offense, here and there." Hester averaged a respectable 27.6 yards per kick return in 2013. He averaged 14.2 yards on punts, including an 81-yard score.

Falcons agreed to terms with KR Devin Hester, formerly of the Bears, on a three-year contract. Financial details are not yet available, but it's the end of an era for Hester, who spent the first eight years of his career with the Bears. One of the greatest return men in league history, Hester remained near the top in both punt- and kick-return average last season. Hester is a pure return man at this point - he offers nothing on offense - but could be a difference maker for a team that lacked a spark on special teams in 2013.

A source tells ESPN that free agent KR Devin Hester is seeking $4 million per season. It's a laughable request from a 31-year-old return specialist. If Hester lowers his price, he's expected to draw interest from the Falcons, Dolphins, Chiefs and Packers. Green Bay is looking to get Randall Cobb off returns so he can focus solely on offense.

Free agent Devin Hester is visiting the Falcons on Tuesday. The Falcons are in the market for a return man after Jacquizz Rodgers and Robert McClain failed to do much on kickoffs and punts, respectively. Atlanta was interested in Trindon Holliday before he signed with the Giants on Monday. Hester finished sixth in kickoff return average and third on punt returns in 2013.

The Dolphins reportedly have interest in free agent Devin Hester. The feeling is mutual as Hester said he would "love to play for the Dolphins." Hester would help a Dolphins' return unit that averaged only 7.8 yards on punt returns and 21.5 yards on kick returns. He is also open to playing wide receiver. Hester averaged 27.6 yards on 52 kickoff returns last season.

The Chiefs reportedly have interest in free agent Devin Hester. Although Hester is 31 years old and not an option in the passing game, he's still going to attract a reasonable market as a strict return man. The Chiefs view him as a replacement for free agent Dexter McCluster and the Bucs with old friend Lovie Smith are expected to come calling.