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Bears | Caleb Williams looking to improve one stat (2026-07-02 16:24:00) [jump to this story] Seahawks | Jadarian Price showing receiving chops (2026-07-01 21:24:00) [jump to this story] Cardinals | Jeremiyah Love split reps (2026-07-01 20:47:00) [jump to this story] |
Giants | Theo Johnson says TEs to be heavily involved Fri Jul 3, 05:30 PM
New York Giants TE Theo Johnson said the tight ends will be a big part of the passing game this upcoming season.
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NFL | Raekwon McMillan retiring Fri Jul 3, 04:36 PM
Free-agent LB Raekwon McMillan (Titans) has announced his retirement from professional football.
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Steelers | Keeanu Benton may not get an extension this offseason Fri Jul 3, 03:19 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers DL Keeanu Benton may not receive an extension this offseason as the team works on one for CB Joey Porter Jr., according to Mark Kaboly.
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Dolphins | Miami looking to make Chop Robinson an everydown player Fri Jul 3, 02:56 PM
Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley is 'hopefully' that LB Chop Robinson can become an every-down player in 2026.
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49ers | Mike Evans consider a 'alpha type of player' Fri Jul 3, 02:22 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Mike Evans is considered an 'alpha type of player' for the team, according to offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak.
| Footballguys view: Evans was a regular participant in the team's offseason program, running routes and catching passes from quarterback Brock Purdy. At the team's final open OTA, Evans was front and center. In 7-on-7 and team drills, he made at least four catches, working the sideline, the middle of the field, and even getting a deep ball down the sideline from Purdy. Assuming he's the alpha in this offense, Evans' WR27 ADP and Round 5 price tag are appealing, especially considering he's finished as WR2 or better in 11 of his 12 seasons (including six WR1 finishes). |
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49ers | San Francisco had a 'suitable offer' for Maxx Crosby Fri Jul 3, 01:25 PM
The San Francisco 49ers had the 'framework for a suitable offer' in place to trade for Las Vegas Raiders DE Maxx Crosby.
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Browns | Harold Fannin Jr. praised Fri Jul 3, 11:30 AM
Cleveland Browns TE Harold Fannin Jr. (undisclosed) was praised by run game coordinator and tight ends coach Jeff Blasko for how he stayed engaged daily throughout the offseason program, learned the new offensive system and stayed diligent in understanding the details as he recovered from an undisclosed injury.
| Footballguys view: Fannin ended his rookie season leading the Browns with 72 receptions -- the most ever by a Browns' rookie. He also finished second among all NFL rookies in receptions, tied for second in receiving touchdowns with six, and was fourth in receiving yards with 731. He recorded seven total touchdowns, including one rushing touchdown. His presence as a pass catcher, as well as in the run game and in protection, will play an important role in the overall success of the Browns' offense. Fannin is being drafted as TE5 in the sixth round. |
Chargers | Justin Herbert working to improve Fri Jul 3, 12:26 AM
Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert had an 'uneven' performance throwing the football during minicamp, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: New playcaller Mike McDaniel is challenging Herbert in ways he hasn't been in his pro career. That started with changing the QB's footwork and improving his anticipatory throwing. It will be a process, likely with ups and downs, throughout training camp. The Chargers believe the changes can unlock another level of Herbert, helping him "own the position," McDaniel said. Expectations are high. Herbert is being drafted as QB9 so far this year. |
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49ers | Mac Jones on speed dial? Fri Jul 3, 12:25 AM
San Francisco 49ers QB Mac Jones will likely be the first player targeted in a trade if a team loses its starting quarterback to injury, according to James Palmer of Bleacher Report.
| Footballguys view: Bleacher Report's James Palmer also believes that the 49ers could "probably" get the other team to "overpay a little bit." A former NFL starter and first-round draft pick, Jones produced for San Francisco while making eight starts in place of injured starter Brock Purdy in the 2025 season. The 49ers added $300,000 in incentives to the final year of Jones' contract, which happens to be this upcoming season. They wanted to keep him happy after how well the offense fared with Jones at the helm. Assuming he's not traded, he'll be a coveted free agent next offseason. |
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Giants | Coach happy with Cam Skattebo Fri Jul 3, 12:19 AM
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo was praised for his running style by head coach John Harbaugh. 'He's a tough tackle,' Harbaugh said. 'That's what you look for. How many guys can make yards when they're not supposed to make yards on their own?'
| Footballguys view: Skattebo, coming off last year's season-ending ankle injury, insists he will be ready for the Sept. 13 season opener against the Dallas Cowboys on a Sunday night at MetLife Stadium. He's confident to come back strong. "Week 1, I'll be ready to go," Skattebo said last month. Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. give the Giants two solid options at the position. But Skattebo is the player of most fantasy interest in this backfield, and it's not close. He's currently being drafted as RB19; Tracy is going as RB42 in Round 10. |
Broncos | Bo Nix productive late in games Fri Jul 3, 12:18 AM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix led the NFL with seven game-winning drives during the 2025 regular season.
| Footballguys view: An ankle injury ended Nix's season late in Denver's Divisional Round playoff win. He returned to the practice field for mandatory minicamp in June and told reporters that doctors deemed his ankle "as good as new." Coach Sean Payton said on multiple occasions during the offseason program that Nix should be a full participant by the start of training camp. Both Nix and Payton emphasized that the injury would not impact Nix's mobility. If he can continue to play at that high level, Nix could lead the Broncos to another postseason run -- and be a productive fantasy QB. |
Texans | Tank Dell may be lower on depth chart Fri Jul 3, 12:17 AM
Houston Texans WR Tank Dell will likely be behind WRs Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel at the start of the 2026 season since Dell has not played since 2024, in the opinion of The Houston Chronicle's Jonathan M. Alexander.
| Footballguys view: Dell, who was dynamic during his rookie season and had a couple of 100-yard games in his second season, will likely begin the year behind Higgins and Noel simply because he hasn't played since his December 2024 knee injury. Dell's progress in training camp will be worth watching. But Higgins was much better over the second half of the season than he was in the first half, and he'll likely build on that with more experience. And Noel has shown he can make big plays. The Texans will try to utilize him more. |
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Texans | OC, C.J. Stroud improve communication Fri Jul 3, 12:16 AM
Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud has shown improved communication with offensive coordinator Nick Caley this offseason, according to head coach DeMeco Ryans.
| Footballguys view: The growth between Stroud and Caley throughout the offseason was evident for those around the organization. That's not inferring there was friction between the two during their first season together, but growing pains aren't uncommon in the NFL -- especially with Caley being a first-time playcaller. The team expects progress in Year 2 under Caley. The offense finished 13th in points (23.8) and 18th in yards (327), and Stroud finished last year with 3,041 passing yards and 19 touchdowns in 14 games (he missed three games with a concussion). We'll be watching the Texans' training camp for continued improvement. |
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Browns | Nick Chubb unlikely to be option Fri Jul 3, 12:15 AM
Free-agent RB Nick Chubb (Texans) is unlikely to receive interest from the Cleveland Browns, in the opinion of The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot.
| Footballguys view: According to various reports, the Packers, Seahawks, and Bills are seen as leading candidates to sign Chubb for depth and short-yardage roles. While a severe 2023 knee injury reduced Chubb's explosiveness, he showed flashes of effectiveness with the Texans in 2025. Chubb could provide veteran stability for teams with injured starters or unproven backups heading into the season. But it sounds like the Browns, who drafted Chubb in the second round back in 2018, won't be in the mix there. |
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Packers | Domani Jackson missed time this offseason Thu Jul 2, 05:47 PM
Green Bay Packers CB Domani Jackson (undisclosed) did not participate in offseason workouts or the mandatory minicamp because of an apparent injury.
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Bears | Caleb Williams looking to improve one stat Thu Jul 2, 04:24 PM
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams said he expects to have a better completion percentage this upcoming season but is more interested in winning games.
| Footballguys view: This is the mindset a franchise quarterback should have. Much ado was made about Williams' completion percentage, to which his supporters have pointed to a league-high throwaway rate. Williams was among the best in deep-ball completion percentage last year, but struggled in the short and intermediate areas. Tightening up in those areas in the field can push Williams from being the middling QB1 he was last year to a top-three performer. |
Falcons | Jahan Dotson expects to have solid role Thu Jul 2, 04:12 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Jahan Dotson said he believes the Falcons will allow him to showcase his talents this upcoming season, according to The Athletic's Josh Kendall.
| Footballguys view: There isn't much in Atlanta behind Drake London and Kyle Pitts. Day 3 rookie Zachariah Branch is a good athlete, but he's heavily limited to designed touches. Dotson fits the Darnell Mooney archetype, a player who found a consistent role in this offense. Dotson's production will likely have a boom or bust nature to it, but he makes for a fun pick in the final round of best ball drafts. |
Saints | Jordyn Tyson pairs well with Tyler Shough Thu Jul 2, 03:21 PM
New Orleans Saints WR Jordyn Tyson pairs well with QB Tyler Shough based on his route-running ability, according to NewOrleansFootball.com's Nick Underhill.
| Footballguys view: Investing the eighth overall pick in Tyson, the Saints clearly liked the Arizona State product. He'll have a nice go early in his career, playing opposite Chris Olave. Olave should draw primary coverage, allowing Tyson to get open easier. Falling into the ninth round of fantasy drafts, Tyson could easily outperform his current cost. |
Texans | Xavier Thomas waived by Houston Thu Jul 2, 01:07 PM
Houston Texans LB Xavier Thomas was waived by the team on Thursday, July 2.
Link to story NFL | Terrion Arnold attracting interest Thu Jul 2, 11:08 AM
Free-agent CB Terrion Arnold (Lions) has been contacted by three teams, according to his attorney, and is expected to sign within 30 days.
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Seahawks | Jadarian Price showing receiving chops Wed Jul 1, 09:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price 'looked plenty capable as a pass catcher' during spring practices, according to Brady Henderson of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: Price didn't amass many targets in college, but that was largely due to Notre Dame's system rather than a knock on his skill set. Price is a fluid mover who has soft hands, so this shouldn't come as a huge surprise. Especially with Zach Charbonnet expected to miss the early part of the year, Price could find a valuable role as the Seahawks' pass-catching back. |
Cardinals | Jeremiyah Love split reps Wed Jul 1, 08:47 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love took snaps with both the first and second teams during OTAs and minicamp.
| Footballguys view: Drafted third overall, the expectation is that Love handles the bulk of the work in the Cardinals' offense. James Conner is 31 and coming off a torn ACL. Trey Benson, despite his alluring athletic profile, hasn't done much so far in the NFL. Love could struggle behind the Cardinals' offensive line, but the volume and talent could push him into a valuable role. |
Seahawks | More to come from Rylie Mills Wed Jul 1, 08:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks DT Rylie Mills, who suffered a knee injury in college in 2024, said he is back at full strength, and DL Leonard Williams said Mills has taken his performance to 'another level' this offseason. 'I think you're definitely going to see more plays from him, more game time from him this year,' Williams said. 'He looks more confident on his knee, just looks more confident as a player.'
Link to story Texans | Ajani Carter cut from IR Wed Jul 1, 05:03 PM
Houston Texans CB Ajani Carter (knee) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, July 1. Carter has recovered from arthroscopic knee surgery and is healthy, according to a source.
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Cowboys | Javonte Williams has something to prove this year Wed Jul 1, 04:27 PM
Last year was a breakout performance in Javonte Williams' first season with the Cowboys. The Cowboys viewed Williams as a low-risk, high-reward option when they signed him last offseason to a one-year, $3 million deal. They then rewarded him prior to free agency this season with a three-year, $24 million extension. "It felt good," Williams said, "just knowing all my hard work paid off and I got a little bit of security. But I've still got a lot more to prove."
| Footballguys view: The Cowboys initially targeted Williams because they believed he could do well in Brian Schottenheimer's offense if he could stay healthy. They were right. He ran for 1,201 yards and 11 touchdowns. He averaged 4.8 yards per carry and averaged 3.56 yards after contact, which was good for fourth in the NFL. He finished the season as RB12. Can he do it again? Outside of re-signing Williams, the Cowboys didn't make any significant additions in their backfield. That's partly because they believe Williams could replicate his success as the team's feature back. He's currently being drafted as RB18. |
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Patriots | DeMario Douglas a standout performer Wed Jul 1, 04:11 PM
New England Patriots WR DeMario Douglas was a standout performer during the offseason workouts, in the opinion of Patriots.com's Evan Lazar.
| Footballguys view: Douglas had a great run-up to the 2025 season as well, before his slot snaps were reduced to play Stefon Diggs inside. According to Lazar, Douglas's quickness and speed to separate from man coverage stand out among the other receivers. The question is whether it translates in the regular season. The other question is whether there will be a consistent week-to-week role with A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs at the top of the depth chart. |
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Cowboys | Malik Davis may be No. 2 RB Wed Jul 1, 03:54 PM
Dallas Cowboys RB Malik Davis seems to be the leading candidate for the No. 2 running back job this upcoming season, in the opinion of NFL.com's Kevin Patra.
| Footballguys view: While Davis the frontrunner, Dallas would love for Jaydon Blue to make a leap in Year 2 and snag a pass-catching role, providing a change of pace to Javonte Williams. The Cowboys could also look for Phil Mafah to take on more of a role. Dallas spent the offseason giving the two second-year backs more reps in the hope one would stand out. Coaches will likely curtail Williams' usage during training camp, allowing the youngsters to take on additional snaps and see who can take a step forward. Still, expect Davis to be the No. 2 until further notice. |
Bears | Caleb Williams will work on completion percentage Wed Jul 1, 03:37 PM
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams did well enough in the biggest moments to lead the team to a division title and a thrilling playoff win over the Packers last season. However, there are still those who feel Williams doesn't do enough in the more routine moments. That school of thought holds that completing 58.1 percent of their passes puts Williams and the Bears in a position to have to play from behind or in tight games more often than they would if he were more accurate over the long term.
| Footballguys view: During an appearance on Pardon My Take, Williams said that he's more concerned with "how they win games" than the numbers, but said the team will improve on that front anyway. "Obviously, I want to get the completion percentage up," Williams said. As PFT's Josh Alper suggests, Williams's point about winning against stats could be underlined by the fact that his completion percentage dropped while the Bears surged in 2025. Still, head coach Ben Johnson's goal is for Williams to reach a 70 percent completion percentage. Johnson views this mark as the benchmark for elite NFL quarterback play. |
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Broncos | Three injured plays may be ready for camp Wed Jul 1, 02:13 PM
Denver Broncos TE Caleb Lohner (undisclosed), OG Nick Gargiulo (knee) and OG Ben Powers (undisclosed) may be ready to participate at the start of training camp.
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Raiders | No setbacks for Jermod McCoy Wed Jul 1, 01:13 PM
Las Vegas Raiders CB Jermod McCoy (knee) was a limited participant during offseason workouts, but the team said McCoy has not suffered any setbacks and it was their plan for McCoy.
Link to story Falcons | James Brockermeyer stood out Wed Jul 1, 11:04 AM
Atlanta Falcons rookie C James Brockermeyer stood out during rookie minicamp and organized team activities.
Link to story Falcons | Mike Jerrell filling in at RT Wed Jul 1, 10:58 AM
Atlanta Falcons OT Mike Jerrell has taken a lot of reps as the starting right tackle in OTAs with OT Jawaan Taylor (undisclosed) out.
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Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes 'trending towards' 11-on-11 work Wed Jul 1, 01:01 AM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) is 'trending towards' being cleared for 11-on-11 work at the beginning of Chiefs' training camp, in the opinion of Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: Mahomes has been in on installs, individual and seven-on-sevens through the spring. His arm has looked good, given how rehab has limited his throwing work over the past six months. But even if he's cleared for 11-on-11 work, the plan is to be smart here. Breer added the Chiefs know, given the competitor in question, once they tell Mahomes he can go, he will go; they'll likely pace him some early on. But he's in a good place, way ahead of the normal ACL/LCL rehab timeline. |
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Rams | LA not in a hurry for Puka Nacua extension Wed Jul 1, 01:00 AM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua is eligible for a contract extension, but after trading for CB Trent McDuffie and DE Myles Garrett, the team doesn't seem to be in a hurry for any contract extensions, in the opinion of ESPN's Sarah Barshop on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: The Rams have a strong group of extension-eligible candidates from their 2023 draft class, and Nacua is at the top of that list. It remains to be seen whether the Rams get ahead of those contract extensions or focus instead on the 2026 season. The latter appears to be the way they are leaning. A deal could certainly get done -- one that makes Nacua the top-paid player at his position -- but Nacua's situation is further complicated by recent off-field issues. Of course, none of this changes Nacua's status as a consensus top-five fantasy pick. |
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Panthers | CAR not in hurry to jump market for Bryce Young extension Wed Jul 1, 12:59 AM
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young is viewed as the long-term franchise quarterback in Carolina, but they are not in a rush to jump the market for an extension, which may not happen until next offseason, in the opinion of ESPN's Dan Graziano on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers picked up Young's fifth-year option for 2027 at $25.904 million, which was a no-brainer because it means they'll be paying him a total of $31.83 million over the next two years. But Graziano contends -- with Houston seemingly in no hurry with Young's 2023 draftmate C.J. Stroud -- there's no rush to jump the market and do a Young deal without seeing more. |
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NFL | Brendan Sorsby will not pursue litigation against NFL Wed Jul 1, 12:58 AM
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby will reportedly not pursue further litigation against the NFL and focus on his preparation for the 2027 NFL Draft, according to a source on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: The NFL will not discipline Sorsby for known misconduct but retains the right to investigate his conduct beyond what's in current public filings, an NFL source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. It reserves the right to take college misconduct into consideration in setting discipline for future violations. In a statement released Tuesday, Sorsby said, "I accept 100% responsibility for my actions. I did not have control of my gambling problem, and it took getting caught for me to realize that, but it was truly the best thing that could've happened to me." So, that's it for Sorsby until 2027. |
Steelers | Darnell Washington drops 47 pounds Wed Jul 1, 12:57 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Darnell Washington revealed that he played last season at 311 pounds, according to a source, and even got as heavy as 330 pounds. A recent report has him at 264 pounds, and he is poised to be a 'weapon' in Mike McCarthy's offense.
| Footballguys view: Washington agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $42 million to remain with the team early in June. Thanks to his 6-7, near-300-pound frame, Washington has been used as a big red-zone target in Pittsburgh. There's no reason to believe the weight loss will be a limiting factor. Still, Washington's fantasy value is much lower than his "real football" value to the Steelers. |
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Packers | Tucker Kraft extension could be reached before Week 1 Tue Jun 30, 04:48 PM
Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft and the Packers may get a 'lucrative extension' done before the season as both sides have stated their desire to go forward together, in the opinion of Rob Demovsky on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: With deals done for Jayden Reed and Christian Watson this offseason, Kraft should be next up. But Demovsky acknowledges it could be complicated because of the torn ACL that ended his season in November. To that point, Kraft was one of the league's most productive tight ends with 32 catches for 489 yards and six touchdowns in eight games. Nonetheless, a deal appears likely given that both sides have stated their desire to go forward together. Kraft, despite the knee injury, is being drafted as TE6 based on the expectation he'll be ready Week 1. We'll be watching for more. |
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Patriots | A 'hold-in' possible for Christian Gonzalez? Tue Jun 30, 04:19 PM
New England Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez could 'hold-in' if a contract extension isn't reached before veterans are scheduled to report to training camp, in the opinion of ESPN's Mike Reiss on Tuesday, June 30.
| Footballguys view: When Gonzalez met with reporters after the first day of mandatory minicamp on June 9, he was asked whether he would play this season without a new contract. The initial part of his answer was: "We got a long time to the season." The sides are expected to continue discussing an extension, with the next checkpoint coming July 24, when most veterans are scheduled to report for training camp. Gonzalez would face fines for not reporting, which would all but ensure a hold-in. |
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Jaguars | Jacksonville announces staff promotions Tue Jun 30, 03:44 PM
The Jacksonville Jaguars announced promotions on Tuesday, June 30, for Shane Waldron, who is now the assistant head coach and pass game coordinator, and Heath Farwell, who is now the associate head coach and special teams coordinator.
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NFL | Terrion Arnold posts bond Tue Jun 30, 03:42 PM
Free agent CB Terrion Arnold (Lions) has been released from Hillsborough County jail after posting $1 million bond on Tuesday, June 30.
Link to story Cardinals | Jacoby Brissett seeking more guaranteed money Tue Jun 30, 03:14 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett is seeking more guaranteed money from the team ahead of the 2026 season, according to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss.
| Footballguys view: Brissett left Arizona's mandatory minicamp without a reworked contract for 2026, leaving his situation in flux. He broke his offseason holdout during mandatory minicamp earlier this month to avoid being fined for not showing up, but he essentially turned his appearance into a hold-in. He's still looking for a reworked contract that will increase his guaranteed money from $1.5 million, according to Weinfuss. Coach Mike LaFleur said conversations with Brissett will be ongoing during the team's six-week break before the team reports to minicamp July 22. "We'll see where it goes," LaFleur said. Stay tuned. |
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Cardinals | Michael Wilson and Arizona working towards an extension Tue Jun 30, 03:04 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Michael Wilson is in talks with the team on a contract extension, and they are 'going great,' according to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss.
| Footballguys view: As Weinfuss noted, Wilson is heading into his first contract year at exactly the right time. He's fresh off his first 1,000-yard season and was a key component to Arizona's offense in 2025, a role that'll likely continue into 2026. A 2023 third-round draft pick, Wilson knows that his 1,006 yards last season will help him "a lot" in his negotiations. Wilson hopes to stay in Arizona long-term, citing a desire to play for one team throughout his career. For our purposes, Wilson continues to offer great value as WR39 in Round 7. |
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Dolphins | Jordyn Brooks 'likely' to get an extension Tue Jun 30, 02:40 PM
Miami Dolphins LB Jordyn Brooks is 'likely' to get an extension from the team, according to ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques.
| Footballguys view: General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan identified running back De'Von Achane, center Aaron Brewer, and Brooks as the three "pillars" the team wants to build around -- and said he would prioritize extending those players in that order. Miami has reached extension agreements with Achane and Brewer, leaving Brooks as the lone unsigned pillar. Brooks has expressed multiple times his interest in remaining with the Dolphins long term, and Miami isn't exactly flush with extension-eligible players. We'll be watching for more on this. |
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Vikings | Minnesota believes Caleb Banks will be ready for camp Tue Jun 30, 01:58 PM
Minnesota Vikings DL Caleb Banks (foot) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.
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Bills | James Cook could see more passing game looks Tue Jun 30, 11:35 AM
Buffalo Bills RB James Cook could become a bigger part of the passing game with new offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael, in the opinion of beat writer Matt Parrino.
| Footballguys view: Parrino noted that Carmichael's time in New Orleans, working under Sean Payton, offers a clue: In his first five seasons as a pro, Alvin Kamara had the most receptions by a running back in any five-year span in NFL history. "I think one part of the evolution of this offense with Carmichael here now is getting Cook more involved in the passing game," Parrino said. Cook caught 44 passes in 2023, and Parrino believes that's a realistic total this year. Cook is being drafted as RB5 with the ninth pick overall. This news further solidifies that value. |
Browns | KC Concepcion to be used in a variety of ways? Tue Jun 30, 12:34 AM
Cleveland Browns WR KC Concepcion has made several plays during an offseason program that favors the passing game. The Browns got him the ball in a bevy of ways, from deep shots to screens to run plays, suggesting he could be used in a variety of ways, according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN on Monday, June 29.
| Footballguys view: Oyefusi went on to note that Concepcion showed off not only his elusiveness but also his ability to make tough catches at times. The Browns got him the ball in a variety of ways, from deep shots to screens to run plays. As Footballguy Jeff Bell noted, new coach Todd Monken developed Zay Flowers as his top receiver in Baltimore, a skillset Concepcion can replicate. It is easy to see Monken feature Concepcion and Harold Fannin Jr. this year. Concepcion, as WR57, is currently the first Browns receiver off the board, in the 10th round. |
Eagles | Makai Lemon 'mainly featured in slot' Tue Jun 30, 12:33 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Makai Lemon was primarily featured in the slot during minicamp and workouts, and will be utilized in pre-snap motion with his short-area quickness being a key the team wants to take advantage of, in the opinion of Tim McManus of ESPN on Monday, June 29.
| Footballguys view: According to McManus, pre-snap motion is expected to be featured in new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion's scheme, and early indications suggest Lemon will be a big part of that. There were some expected growing pains, but Lemon's short-area quickness stands out. He was sidelined for minicamp because of a hamstring injury. Lemon, at WR38 in redraft ADP, is the second Philadelphia wideout being drafted (Devonta Smith is WR14). Landing Lemon as your WR4 in Round 7 offers some flexibility in allowing him to develop this year, while dynasty investors will have to land him in WR3 territory. |
Jets | Omar Cooper Jr. 'most impressive rookie in the spring' Tue Jun 30, 12:32 AM
New York Jets WR Omar Cooper Jr. was the team's 'most impressive rookie in the spring' and has all but solidified a spot in the team's three-receiver package, in the opinion of Rich Cimini of ESPN on Monday, June 29.
| Footballguys view: According to Cimini, Cooper is a smooth route runner who adjusted nicely to an NFL-style offense. Because of his physical style and run-after-catch ability, he should be even better when the pads go on in training camp. The question for Cooper, who will work behind Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell -- at least to open the season -- is whether he'll get sufficient opportunities to be fantasy relevant. Remember, the Jets also drafted TE Kenyon Sadiq, who joins Mason Taylor at that position. That said, Cooper is a great dynasty play with a great long-term outlook. |
Seahawks | Jadarian Price will share time Tue Jun 30, 12:30 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price will reportedly 'share time' with RBs George Holani and Emanuel Wilson as Seattle waits for RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) to return from injury, according to a source on Monday, June 29. Price was also not drafted with the thought that he'd become a high-volume starter right away.
| Footballguys view: As ESPN.com's Brady Henderson noted, Price will share time with Holani and Emanuel Wilson as Seattle waits for Zach Charbonnet to return. One question with Price is his ability to contribute in the passing game after he finished his college career with only 15 receptions. He looked plenty capable as a pass catcher during the spring, but how he handles pass protection will be a factor in earning playing time. All that said, Price's RB26 ADP leaves a lot of room for upside if the rookie begins asserting himself early in the season. |
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