Avery (groin) was limited at practice Wednesday, the Kansas City Star reports.

Avery, who has missed five straight games since undergoing sports hernia surgery, appears to be inching toward a return to action, but we'd like to see him get a full and productive game in before recommending him as a fantasy option.

Avery (groin) won't play Sunday against the Bills, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.com.

The reports relays that Avery -- who had been limited at practice earlier in the week -- did not practice Friday, though it's unclear if his absence is indicative of a setback or a case of the team wanting to ease the wideout back into mix, given that he is coming off sports hernia surgery.

Avery (groin) remained limited at practice Thursday, the Chiefs' official site reports.

Avery is bouncing back from what the Kansas City Star refers to as core muscle surgery, with his status for Sunday's game against the Bills yet to be clarified, though his practice participation suggests that he could suit up as soon as this weekend, after missing four straight games.

Avery (groin) returned to a limited practice Wednesday, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.com.

It remains to be seen if Avery will be able to play Sunday against the Bills, but his return to practice suggests that he is progressing toward a return to action after having last suited up for the Chiefs in Week 4.

Avery (groin) could return to practice this week, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.com.

Avery, who is bouncing back from sports hernia surgery, hasn't played since Week 4, but Monday's reports suggests that the wideout is trending in the right direction as Week 10's contest against the Bills approaches.

Avery (groin) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Chiefs' official site reports.

Given that he is already ruled out at this stage of the week, Avery remains in the day-to-day category in advance of Week 10.

Avery (groin) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Rams, the Chiefs' official site reports.

That Avery is already ruled out at this stage of the week suggests that he is closer to week-to-week than day-to-day at this stage.

Avery (groin) won't practice this week, the team's official site reports.

Avery hasn't played since Sep. 29 when he left with what turned out to be a sports hernia that required surgery. The fact that he isn't slated to practice again this week likely leaves his status as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Avery (sports hernia) is out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, BJ Kissel of KCChiefs.com reports.

A timetable for Avery's potential return from sports hernia surgery remains unclear at this stage, with the likes of A.J. Jenkins and Junior Hemingway once again candidates for added looks in his absence this weekend, and quite possibly beyond.

Avery has a sports hernia that will require surgery, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.

As a result, Avery will miss Sunday's game against the 49ers, with Terez A. Paylor of the Kansas City Star relaying that offensive coordinator Doug Pederson identified A.J. Jenkins as the player likely to fill the void created by Avery's absence.

Avery (groin) will not practice Wednesday, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.

Avery left Monday's game against the Patriots with the injury and didn't return. His absence from Wednesday's practice doesn't bode well towards his status for Sunday's contest. If Avery can't go, Junior Hemingway, Frankie Hammond and A.J. Jenkins would be the top candidates for added playing time.

Avery left Monday's game against the Patriots with a groin injury and did not return, Terez Paylor of The Kansas City Star reports.

Avery caught both of his targets for a combined 46 yards before leaving the contest. If he misses time beyond Monday, the likes of Junior Hemingway, Frankie Hammond and A.J. Jenkins could all be in the mix for added playing time. Avery's role isn't particularly lucrative for fantasy owners, but he is on pace for a respectable 56-624-0 receiving line.

Avery caught just two passes for 12 yards on three targets against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Although Avery is the Chiefs' second wideout behind Dwayne Bowe, Alex Smith doesn't utilize his receivers as much as most quarterbacks. It showed Sunday with Joe McKnight and Travis Kelce as the team's leading receivers in the game. Avery will likely continue to receive minimal stats going forward, with an occasional outburst.

Avery had three catches for 14 yards against the Broncos on Sunday.

Avery is back to his number two role in Kansas City behind Dwayne Bowe, and will likely see limited production in a run-heavy offense. With Travis Kelce and Anthony Fasano also being used in the passing game, Avery will likely see limited targets going forward.

Avery had seven receptions on 13 targets for 84 yards in Sunday's loss to Tennessee.

Avery was one of the few bright spots offensively for Kansas City, although all three of Alex Smith's interceptions were intended for him. Dwayne Bowe will be back from suspension in Week 2, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Avery's targets and production decrease.

Avery caught two passes for 15 yards (on four targets) in Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings.

Avery remains on track to start at wideout for the Chiefs and with Dwayne Bowe suspended for the team's regular season opener, Avery is a candidate to see his share of looks in the Chiefs' offense in Week 1's contest against the Titans.

Avery's teammate, Dwayne Bowe, has been suspended for the Chiefs' regular season opener, ESPN.com reports.

The absence of Bowe (who is in line to start at wideout for the Chiefs opposite Avery) for one game shouldn't drastically alter Avery's fantasy prospects, but if Bowe's balky finger persists, it could result in added looks and thus potential deep league utility for Avery as the season progresses. In Week 1, Junior Hemingway is a candidate to start along with Avery, according to NFL.com.

Avery was absent from practice Saturday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

Despite starting at wideout opposite Dwayne Bowe in Thursday's preseason opener, Avery failed to garner a target, which is nothing to worry about at this stage. No reason has been given for Avery's absence, so consider him day-to-day until an announcement is made on the matter.

Avery started Thursday's preseason opener against the Bengals, Herbie Teope of Chiefs Spin reports.

While Avery didn't see any targets, his competition for the No. 2 receiver role may be non-existent, even though he'd probably be third or fourth on most teams' depth chart at wideout. Avery caught 40 passes for 596 yards and two touchdowns in 16 games last season, as the Chiefs piled up just 3,561 passing yards, with running back Jamaal Charles leading the way in terms of receptions, yardage and touchdowns.

Chiefs WR Donnie Avery is a candidate for release.

Avery posted just a 40/596/2 line in his first year in Kansas City and is owed $1.65 million in 2014. Depending on what the Chiefs do in the draft and free agency, his roster spot could be in jeopardy. A.J. Jenkins is a candidate for snaps opposite Dwayne Bowe and could replace Avery as the No. 2 receiver.