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Chargers | Could Omarion Hampton be among the best RBs in the NFL? Mon Jul 20, 02:43 PM
According to The Athletic's Daniel Popper, if he can stay healthy, Omarion Hampton has a chance to be one of the best running backs in the league.
| Footballguys view: Popper added, "That is not hyperbole." The Chargers are pairing his skills -- strength, home run speed, physicality -- with one of the most creative run game schemers in football in Mike McDaniel. This partnership could lead to fireworks. If McDaniel can build a top-five offense, Hampton will be an essential part of that process. Hampton is being drafted as RB9 in the second round of fantasy drafts. |
Chargers | Ladd McConkey positioned to regain his rookie form Mon Jul 20, 02:36 PM
According to The Athletic's Daniel Popper, Ladd McConkey is poised to return to his 2024 levels of production in offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's scheme.
| Footballguys view: McConkey took a step back in his second season, mostly because the Chargers' passing offense struggled overall due to injuries along the offensive line. Keenan Allen also took some opportunities away from McConkey. But McConkey has the skills to operate in some of the same ways Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle did in Miami under McDaniel, who will get McConkey on the move with pre-snap motions and shifts. McConkey will be able to use his route running and speed to create after the catch. Popper added, "He is the No. 1 option in this passing offense." |
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Browns | Sanders, Watson, teammates working out in advance of training camp Mon Jul 20, 02:13 PM
Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson are set to continue their competition to become Cleveland's QB1 at training camp later this month. But before that, the two recently were down in South Florida training with some of the club's skill players to prepare. "I would say it's the same thing that we've been saying from Day 1," Sanders said. "We're both trying to be the best version of ourselves we could be. So we're not going to let anything get in between us. So it's a level of respect that we all in the quarterback room have for each other."
| Footballguys view: Watson has been viewed as the frontrunner for the starting job most of the offseason, but Sanders seemed to be closing the gap as OTAs wound down, and it's good to see him continuing to work with teammates during the break. According to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot, Cleveland's top receivers, Jerry Jeudy, Isaiah Bond, Cedric Tillman, KC Concepcion, and Denzel Boston, were among the attendees at the workouts in Miami. Browns rookies are set to report to training camp in Northeast Ohio on July 23, with veterans reporting on July 28. |
Commanders | Luke McCaffrey may join starting lineup Mon Jul 20, 01:30 PM
Washington Commanders WR Luke McCaffrey could earn the No. 2 receiver job if he performs well during training camp and the preseason, in the opinion of CommandersWire's Bryan Manning.
| Footballguys view: McCaffrey was trending in the right direction before breaking his collarbone midway through last season. He quickly established himself as one of the NFL's top kickoff returners in the first half, averaging almost 30 yards per return. As a receiver, McCaffrey only had 15 targets in nine games, but caught 11 passes for 203 yards and three touchdowns. He also averaged 18.5 yards per reception. While the Commanders are reportedly in the market for a WR2 -- Stefon Diggs has been mentioned -- it'll be interesting to see which current receivers, including McCaffrey, make a case in camp. |
Steelers | Eli Heidenreich on the bubble Mon Jul 20, 11:38 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Eli Heidenreich is on the roster bubble behind RB Kaleb Johnson and FB Riley Nowakowski. The team likes his explosiveness and versatility, but the staff seems committed to Johnson and Nowakowski.
| Footballguys view: If it were up to USA Today's Curt Popejoy, he would give the rookie Heidenreich a spot on the roster over Kaleb Johnson or Riley Nowakowski on the running back depth chart. His explosiveness and versatility are special, and he can help the team in multiple ways. But Popejoy acknowledges the staff seems committed to Johnson for now, as well as having the fullback Nowakowski. |
Patriots | Joejuan Williams joins Pats coaching staff Mon Jul 20, 11:32 AM
Former CB Joejuan Williams joined the New England Patriots Monday, July 20, as part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship.
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Bears | Johnson believes D'Andre Swift is capable of more Mon Jul 20, 11:25 AM
Bears running back D'Andre Swift had a career-high 1,087 rushing yards and nine touchdowns last season, but coach Ben Johnson thinks Swift can do even more. "He's a dynamic player," Johnson said. "I've known that about him since he came into the league, firsthand up there in Detroit, and certainly last year, I wasn't surprised about the year he had. So, is he capable of more? Absolutely. He absolutely is. He's a vital part of what we do here."
| Footballguys view: Swift found the end zone 10 times and finished as RB14 overall (and 17th in fantasy points per game) in 2025. But he caught a career-low 34 passes for 299 yards. When playing for Johnson in 2021, he put up 452 yards and two touchdowns on 62 catches. The Lions targeted him 78 times that season. So there's room for more. As much as the Bears' offense was celebrated last year for Johnson's playcalling and Caleb Williams' late-game heroics, Swift was one of the most effective running backs in the NFL in 2025. And Johnson expects more in 2026. |
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Rams | Kyren Williams consistent in 2025 Mon Jul 20, 12:21 AM
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams rushed for at least 60 yards in 14 of his 17 games in 2025, and he failed to reach 50 rushing yards just once.
| Footballguys view: While Williams remained the primary starter and a heavy red-zone weapon, Blake Corum maintained a consistent role that led to a 65-35 split between the two last season. But Williams was trusted with 84.8 percent of the running back receptions (39 catches), completely freezing Corum out of the aerial attack for most of the year, as Corum caught just seven passes. Williams, whose Footballguys projection calls for an RB16 finish, is being drafted as RB15 in Round 3. Even in an offense that runs through Matthew Stafford and the passing attack, Williams remains a locked-in starter in all formats. |
Eagles | Dontayvion Wicks wants to prove himself Mon Jul 20, 12:20 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Dontayvion Wicks said he is ready to prove that the Eagles made the correct decision trading for him this offseason. 'It just showed me the value and love that Philly has for me, and I want to come out and show what I'm worth,' Wicks said.
| Footballguys view: After the trade, Wicks signed a one-year, $12.5 million extension that has him tied to the club through the 2027 season. Wicks is familiar with the system he's joining, as another Packers transplant, Sean Mannion, is the Eagles' new offensive coordinator. Still, where Wicks slots in remains to be seen. Joining him are first-round pick Makai Lemon, veteran Marquise Brown, another former Packer, Samori Toure, Elijah Moore, and holdover Johnny Wilson. The unquestioned leader of the group is Devonta Smith, who's coming off his third career 1,000-yard season and is quarterback Jalen Hurts' top target. It's a situation to watch. |
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Packers | Tucker Kraft still quiet on status Mon Jul 20, 12:17 AM
Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft (knee) would not say whether he will be on the field when training camp begins.
| Footballguys view: Kraft told reporters in June that he expects to be ready for Week 1 and to be able to handle his normal workload. But whether that translates to a full training camp isn't clear -- and Kraft didn't share. "We've had those talks with the training staff and with (Brian Gutekunst)," Kraft said. "You guys are going to find out as it comes out, just like pretty much how it always is." Kraft is being drafted as TE5, so his progress is worth watching. |
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Jets | Cade Klubnik has shot at backup job Mon Jul 20, 12:16 AM
New York Jets QB Cade Klubnik was praised for his mechanics by quarterbacks coach Bill Musgrave, and Klubnik is expected to battle QB Bailey Zappe for the backup quarterback job during training camp.
| Footballguys view: Klubnik figures to get plenty of reps in the preseason, an opportunity to win the backup job, and lay the groundwork for late-season playing time. If the Jets fall out of contention, it could mean an audition for Klubnik. The fourth-round pick from Clemson arrives during a transition phase for the Jets, who traded for veteran journeyman Geno Smith to be their bridge quarterback. They appear to be targeting the talent-rich 2027 draft for their quarterback of the future. In the meantime, they will take a long look at Klubnik. |
Packers | Josh Jacobs easier to take down Sun Jul 19, 06:08 PM
Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs ranked 17th in yards after contact last season after ranking third in the category the previous season.
| Footballguys view: Jacobs did play hurt in the second half of the season, but he has logged at least at 262 touches in each of his seven years in the NFL, so it's possible that he is starting the decline in effectiveness that comes to every running back. MarShawn Lloyd stayed healthy in the offseason for the first time since the team drafted him in the third round of the 2024 draft and he could have a weekly role that reduces Jacobs workload. |
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Texans | Davis Mills locked into backup role Sun Jul 19, 06:08 PM
Houston Texans QB Davis Mills will serve as the primary backup to QB C.J. Stroud in 2026.
| Footballguys view: Mills actually played the best football of his career when Stroud went down last year and helped turn the Texans season around. He is getting seven million dollars this year, fully guaranteed on a deal signed on the eve of the 2025 season and will be a free agent in 2027. |
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Bengals | Tahj Brooks expected to have limited role Sun Jul 19, 06:08 PM
Cincinnati Bengals RB Tahj Brooks is expected to play mainly on special teams in 2026.
| Footballguys view: The 2025 sixth round pick has failed to generate any buzz so far in his time with the Bengals. If injuries put the team in a position to have to depend on Brooks, it's not clear that they would trust him over a street free agent or in-season trade acquisition. |
Giants | Several WRs battling for key backup jobs Sun Jul 19, 05:30 PM
New York Giants WRs Calvin Austin III, Isaiah Hodgins and JuJu Smith-Schuster are battling to serve as backups to the top three starting WRs Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton and Darnell Mooney. Rookie draft pick WR Malachi Fields is also expected to be either third or fourth on the depth chart. WR Odell Beckham Jr. was brought in trying to rekindle his career, so he is also in the mix.
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Giants | Malachi Fields could supplant veteran Sun Jul 19, 05:25 PM
New York Giants WR Malachi Fields is considered a wild card to start opposite WR Malik Nabers, with veteran WR Darnell Mooney expected to be in the slot. WR Darius Slayton returns, and he is a downfield threat, but he also has had trouble with drops in the past.
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Giants | Odell Beckham Jr. will be role player Sun Jul 19, 05:17 PM
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. being back with the team has generated a lot of buzz with the fans, but he is not expected to be the same kind of playmaker as he was during his first stint with the organization.
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Giants | Cam Skattebo fine after jump scare Sun Jul 19, 04:13 PM
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo (ankle) said Sunday, July 19 that he is fine after failing to land a backflip at Fanatics Fest on Saturday. He appeared to land awkwardly on his surgically-repaired right ankle during the appearance. 'I'm just going to keep being me, and if they want to say I'm brain-dead, and I don't have no brain, then who cares, f--- it,' he said.
| Footballguys view: Skattebo's devil-may-care attitude is starting to worry fantasy players, but it is an essential part of his style of play. Unless we hear that he is limited at the start of camp, we won't let this viral video change his ranking. |
Seahawks | Nick Kallerup, Eric Saubert likely to make squad Sun Jul 19, 03:29 PM
Seattle Seahawks TEs Nick Kallerup and Eric Saubert are likely to return as run-blocking specialists, but neither player is guaranteed of a spot on the 53-man roster. FB Brady Russell, considered a hybrid fullback-tight end, could cost one of the players a job.
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Seahawks | Number of candidates for reserve WR role Sun Jul 19, 03:20 PM
Seattle Seahawks WRs Irvin Charles, Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Cody White and Ricky White III are all candidates for the sixth receiver role, should the organization carry that many wideouts. WR Dareke Young (Raiders) filled that role as a gunner and special teams stalwart, but it's uncertain if the team will elect to go that route. Henderson might be the most proven special teams player for his good work at the University of Kansas in 2025.
Link to story Seahawks | Jake Bobo expected to make roster Sun Jul 19, 03:16 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Jake Bobo is projected to be the fifth receiver on the 53-man roster, especially since the organization matched a two-year, $5.5 million offer sheet from the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Seahawks | Rasheed Shahid has developed rapport with QB Sun Jul 19, 03:08 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Rashid Shaheed could be poised for a big step forward as a receiver in 2026 after showing growing rapport with QB Sam Darnold during spring workouts.
| Footballguys view: Shaheed will be the #2 passing game option after Jaxon Smith-Njigba and should be a target in best ball leagues with his deep speed and big play ability. Shaheed would be the #1 beneficiary if defenses decide to make Darnold to throw to someone other than Smith-Njigba and devote double coverage to him more often this season. |
Seahawks | Jadarian Price favored to open as starter Sun Jul 19, 02:52 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price is considered the favorite to serve as the starting tailback with RB Kenneth Walker III (Chiefs) moving on, and RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) still likely to miss the start of the season recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
| Footballguys view: Charbonnet won't be back until the second half of October at the earliest, and some time in November is probably a more realistic target date, so he's not a good pick in leagues with short benches. 2024 UDFA George Holani will be the third down back to open the season and he and or free agent signing Emanuel Wilson could share early down work with Price if the team doesn't think he is ready for a big role after serving as Arizona #3 overall pick Jeremiyah Love's backup at Notre Dame. |
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Seahawks | Fullback remains in Seattle under new OC Sun Jul 19, 02:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks FBs Robbie Ouzts and Brady Russell are considered locks to make the 53-man roster, and the position might even take on a larger role under new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury. Ouzts is expected to the primary fullback, with Russell working in a hybrid fullback-tight end role.
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49ers | Luke Farrell battling for reserve role Sun Jul 19, 02:15 PM
San Francisco 49ers TE Luke Farrell is viewed as a blocking specialist, and he is trying to hold off TEs Hayden Rucci and Brayden Willis on the depth chart behind TEs George Kittle (Achilles) and Jake Tonges.
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49ers | Khalil Dinkins eligible to return from NFI list Sun Jul 19, 02:11 PM
San Francisco 49ers TE Khalil Dinkins (undisclosed) was placed on the active/non-football injury (NFI) list upon reporting to training camp with the rookies Saturday, July 18. He remains eligible to come off of the NFI list to play in his rookie season. Dinkins is viewed as an in-line blocker when the team intends to use multiple tight ends, therefore he is viewed as a depth player initially.
Link to story 49ers | Kyle Juszczyk could be fallback option Sun Jul 19, 02:08 PM
San Francisco 49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk could be used as a tight end in training camp if TE George Kittle (Achilles) is forced to the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, as insurance in case the starter isn't ready to begin the regular season. However, he is also considered an important part as a lead blocker, as the team looks to jump-start its rushing game.
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49ers | Jake Tonges ready if needed to start Sun Jul 19, 02:04 PM
San Francisco 49ers TE Jake Tonges stepped up as a dependable option last season when TE George Kittle (Achilles) due to injuries. If Kittle opens training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, and remains there for the opening four games, Tonges would likely step in again as the starter.
| Footballguys view: Tonges was fantasy relevant more often than not when Kittle missed time last year and the 49ers offense is one of the more dependable value creators in the NFL. It's reasonable to take Tonges in the last round if you take Kittle as your primary tight end this year, but we expect Kittle to beat most achilles return timelines and get back to full speed earlier than a typical player would given his approach to the game and level of play into his 30s. |
Ravens | Tyler Pezza challenging for roster spot Sun Jul 19, 01:18 PM
Baltimore Ravens TE Tyler Pezza has an opportunity in training camp and the preseason to prove he can function as a hybrid receiving option. He was listed as a wide receiver at Brown University, but the team lists him as a 6-foot-3, 234-pound rookie tight end. Even if he proves to be a solid in-line blocker, he must be able to show an ability to play the slot, cover kicks, etc. He has a shot at a roster spot if the team elects to keep four tight ends.
Link to story Ravens | Cortez Braham Jr. faces uphill climb Sun Jul 19, 01:15 PM
Baltimore Ravens WR Cortez Braham Jr. faces an uphill climb for a spot on the 53-man roster in training camp and the preseason due to a crowded receivers' room. At 6-foot-2 and 203 pounds, he is a big target, but with WRs Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman as starters, and WRs Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt drafted with expectations, Braham has tough odds to crack through. Holdover WRs Devontez Walker and LaJohntay Wester are also obstacles for the undrafted rookie.
Link to story Texans | Nico Collins explains limited workload Sun Jul 19, 01:07 PM
Houston Texans WR Nico Collins was limited in minicamp, working on the side, but he said Sunday, July 19, that it was not due to any kind of injury. The coaching staff and general manager were simply holding him back as a precaution, and trying to get him ready for training camp.
| Footballguys view: We'll be watching to make sure Collins isn't limited to begin camp, but there's no reason that he would be assuming the Texans are being honest here. Tank Dell's comeback from a catastrophic 2024 leg injury will be the big camp story at wide receiver for Houston. |
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Seahawks | Two SEA rookies cleared for training camp Sun Jul 19, 11:07 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. (undisclosed) and DB Andre Fuller (undisclosed) were both recently placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list to begin training camp but were immediately removed after passing physicals.
Link to story 49ers | Jack Bouwmeester signed Sun Jul 19, 10:20 AM
Free-agent P Jack Bouwmeester (Texas) signed a three-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers Saturday, July 18. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story 49ers | Khalil Dinkins starting camp on NFI list Sat Jul 18, 05:10 PM
San Francisco 49ers TE Khalil Dinkins (undisclosed) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list Saturday, July 18.
Link to story Seahawks | Deven Eastern placed on PUP Sat Jul 18, 04:39 PM
Seattle Seahawks DT Deven Eastern (undisclosed) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Saturday, July 18.
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Raiders | Mike Washington should have decent role Sat Jul 18, 03:35 PM
Las Vegas Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. is expected to receive a decent amount of snaps this upcoming season even though RB Ashton Jeanty will receive a heavy workload, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Ryan McFadden.
| Footballguys view: McFadden went on to note that Washington has the potential to grow into a second option in the backfield, as he has a nice blend of size and speed. At Arkansas, he rushed for 1,070 yards, with 606 yards coming after first contact, and eight touchdowns. Washington also totaled 28 catches for 226 yards and a touchdown. McFadden added that Washington had reps with the second team and occasionally with the first-team offense during the offseason program. |
Raiders | Kirk Cousins to be starter all season? Sat Jul 18, 01:56 PM
Las Vegas Raiders QB Kirk Cousins is the quarterback the Raiders hope to start for the entire season, but QB Fernando Mendoza can take over the starting job at some point if he picks things up quickly, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: Cousins is looking to bounce back after injuries and the rise of Michael Penix Jr. slowed his role in Atlanta for the last two years. The Raiders have an improved roster for this season, particularly on offense, with an upgraded offensive line and more depth in the backfield. The 37-year-old Cousins is expected to orchestrate that unit and be a mentor to Mendoza regardless of who gets the start in Week 1. But if the veteran holds the starting job all season, fantasy prospects like TE Brock Bowers could benefit. |
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Browns | Raheim Sanders could push for bigger role Sat Jul 18, 11:31 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Raheim Sanders may have a chance to push RB Dylan Sampson for the No. 2 running back job during training camp since Sampson did not take part in offseason workouts because of an undisclosed injury, in the opinion of the Akron Beacon Journal's Chris Easterling.
| Footballguys view: Sanders is a power runner who can fight for tough yardage. He should get an opportunity to carve out a niche as a bruiser who could also help close out games. While much depends on Sampson's availability, if Sanders can provide some help with pass protection, he has a good chance to ensure he's active every week, even if his contributions might be limited. |
Seahawks | AJ Barner believes he can improve Sat Jul 18, 10:42 AM
Seattle Seahawks TE AJ Barner said he believes he can play much better than he did during the 2025 season and is looking to be one of the best tight ends in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: Barner emerged as one of the Seahawks' top young offensive players last season, a tight end who is a threat in the passing game, especially in the red zone. But Barner, who's being drafted as TE24 despite last year's TE18 finish, isn't the only breakout candidate in his own position group; 2025 second-round pick Elijah Arroyo, could also play a more prominent role. With a former tight ends coach, Brian Fleury, taking over as offensive coordinator, there figures to be plenty of opportunities for tight ends to thrive in Seattle's offense. |
Seahawks | Kenny McIntosh expected to play in 2026 Sat Jul 18, 10:25 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Kenny McIntosh (knee) is expected to be cleared to play at some point during the 2026 regular season.
| Footballguys view: Like teammate Zach Charbonnet, McIntosh is rehabbing a torn ACL. It's not clear when either man will return to the field. Meanwhile, George Holani, who stepped up in place of Charbonnet during Seattle's playoff run, as well as free-agent signing Emanuel Wilson, will be competing with rookie Jadarian Price for reps. |
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Ravens | GM optimistic about Rashod Bateman Sat Jul 18, 10:14 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman is coming off a disappointing 2025 season, but general manager Eric DeCosta said he expects Bateman to have a productive season in 2026 and is excited to see him in offensive coordinator Declan Doyle's system.
| Footballguys view: Last summer, the Ravens signed Bateman to a three-year, $36.75 million contract extension. They did not get their money's worth, as Bateman struggled through an ankle injury and finished with a career-low 224 receiving yards. If the Ravens can get Bateman back to producing as he did in 2024, when he had career-highs of 756 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, that would bring back an explosive element in Baltimore's new offense. Given Bateman's WR93 ADP, fantasy investors aren't expecting the rebound. |
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Seahawks | Jadarian Price to be busy as a runner, receiver -- and a return man? Sat Jul 18, 10:12 AM
RB Jadarian Price, who projects to have a very big role as a rookie. Price will obviously get a lot of carries after last year's leading rusher, Ken Walker III, left Seattle in free agency, and last year's second-leading rusher, Zach Charbonnet, suffered a torn ACL in the divisional round of the playoffs. But Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said Price will contribute more than just running the ball. "We're going to run wide zone, and he's going to run wide zone," Macdonald said. "We're going to run some gap scheme. He's going to run some of that too, and then the pass game he can come alive, too . . . Then, he's a great special teams player as well. The kick return stuff, we'll see how it shakes out in other phases, but he's going to come in and compete with the rest of the guys."
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com notes, NFL teams rarely make their starting running back a kick returner, but Price was a big-play kickoff returner at Notre Dame, returning 22 kickoffs for 794 yards (an average of 36.1 yards per return) and three touchdowns. The Seahawks believe Price will make a lot of plays with the ball in his hands, and they want to give him every opportunity to have the ball in his hands. Seahawks rookies reported to camp on Friday. We'll be watching Price's progress closely. |
Giants | Isaiah Likely working with QB Sat Jul 18, 12:28 AM
New York Giants TE Isaiah Likely has 'already shown a connection' with QB Jaxson Dart, according to John Fennelly of GiantsWire.
| Footballguys view: The Giants signed Likely to a three-year, $40 million free-agent deal this past March, which immediately thrust him to the top of their depth chart. Coaches feel that Likely can become a weapon as OC Matt Nagy's "U," or receiving tight end, setting up shop in the slot, and creating logistical mismatches for opposing defenses. He can also be used as a blocker, but the Giants have others who will do that. Likely is being drafted as TE12. |
Eagles | Makai Lemon a full go Sat Jul 18, 12:24 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Makai Lemon (hamstring) said he is back at full strength ahead of training camp.
| Footballguys view: As SBNation noted, with A.J. Brown in New England, Lemon has a clear path to playing the No. 2 role behind DeVonta Smith in an Eagles offense that will have more timing throws (and under-center snaps) for quarterback Jalen Hurts under new coordinator Sean Mannion. The 2026 first-rounder dealt with the hamstring issue throughout the Eagles' offseason program, but he'll work without restrictions once training camp opens. With a WR40 ADP, Lemon is a solid speculative play based on anticipated workload. But he'll need to earn his spot ahead of Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, and Elijah Moore. |
Giants | Darnell Mooney to man the slot? Sat Jul 18, 12:19 AM
New York Giants WR Darnell Mooney is expected to be the starting slot receiver after WR Wan'Dale Robinson signed with the Tennessee Titans in free agency.
| Footballguys view: Losing Wan'Dale Robinson, who emerged as one of the better slot receivers in the league, is tough, but New York replaced him with a very reliable slot option in Mooney. While he had a down year in Atlanta last season, Mooney has two seasons right around the 1,000-yard mark under his belt. With a WR82 ADP, Mooney is likely to be available on your waiver wire after the season opens. |
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Seahawks | Tory Horton expected at camp Sat Jul 18, 12:15 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Tory Horton (shin) is expected to be a participant once training camp starts. He missed offseason workouts because of his shin injury.
| Footballguys view: Horton burst onto the scene early in the 2025 season by catching a touchdown in three of his first five games. In the final game of his rookie season, Horton caught four passes for 48 yards and two touchdowns. But Rashid Shaheed had a strong offseason, and the Seahawks gave him a new contract with the expectation that he'll produce more than he did after his arrival last year. According to SI.com, Seattle needs somebody to complement Jaxon Smith-Njigba, whose target share of nearly 36% last season was the highest of any player since 2012. |
Ravens | Former Browns C Ethan Pocic signs with Baltimore Fri Jul 17, 04:57 PM
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, former Browns center Ethan Pocic, who started 97 games in nine NFL seasons before tearing his Achilles last year, is signing a one-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens.
| Footballguys view: Pocic is said to be healthy, and he will have a chance to replace former Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum, who signed with the Raiders. |
Patriots | Drake Maye already has chemistry with A.J. Brown Fri Jul 17, 03:17 PM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is looking to build chemistry with WR A.J. Brown during training camp and hints 'there's already some there for me.'
| Footballguys view: Brown didn't join the Patriots until June, so he didn't get much time to work with Maye before the end of the offseason program. So it's nice to learn that there was still enough time for the star wideout to make a positive impression on his new teammate. As PFT's Josh Alper noted, the Patriots were willing to wait to make the trade for Brown because they think he and Maye will take the offense beyond where it was with Stefon Diggs as their top receiver in 2025. Fantasy investors also believe. Brown has risen to WR8 in current ADP. |
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Ravens | GM hopes to have a new deal for Zay Flowers before the season Fri Jul 17, 02:09 PM
The Ravens will resume on-field work when training camp opens this month, and they could get some off-field business done before the start of the season as well. Wide receiver Zay Flowers is eligible for a contract extension, and General Manager Eric DeCosta was asked during an appearance on 105.7 The Fan whether he'd like to see that done before the start of the regular season. DeCosta said that he would and that there have been "good conversations" with Flowers' representatives about a deal.
| Footballguys view: "Yeah, definitely," DeCosta said. "I love Zay, Zay wants to be here, we want Zay here . . . Certainly a work in progress, optimistic about it. Feel like at some point it will get done." The Ravens have exercised their fifth-year option on Flowers' rookie deal, so he is under contract through 2027 as the two sides try to work out a longer arrangement. Meanwhile, Footballguy Ryan Weisse notes that Flowers was a top-10 receiver last year, catching everything thrown his way. His role should further improve in the new offense and lead to an uptick in scoring opportunities. |
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NFL | Levi Wallace retires Fri Jul 17, 01:51 PM
Free agent CB Levi Wallace (Jaguars) announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday, July 17.
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