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Cowboys | George Pickens a no-show for voluntary workouts Wed May 13, 12:51 AM
Monday was the first team workout for the Cowboys since Pickens signed the one-year, $27.3 million deal, and Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Pickens was not present.
| Footballguys view: Pickens signed his franchise tag on April 29, and executive vice president Stephen Jones said soon after that the team expected Pickens to show up for voluntary work. Nothing is mandatory until June 16, so he can stay away until then without being fined. The Cowboys announced they will not negotiate a long-term deal with Pickens this offseason, and Jones has repeatedly said the team has "zero interest" in trading Pickens. The Cowboys traded for Pickens a year ago, and he led the team in targets (137), catches (93), yards (1,429), and touchdowns (eight) in 2025. |
Falcons | Michael Penix Jr. throwing in OTAs Wed May 13, 12:08 AM
The uncertainty of Michael Penix's return from a torn ACL led the Falcons to sign veteran Tua Tagovailoa. Penix's rehab seems to have ramped up as he seeks to enter the quarterback competition. Penix is throwing again six months after injuring his left knee in a game against the Panthers.
| Footballguys view: The Falcons posted video of Penix throwing to wide receiver Drake London at the team's facility in Georgia. A team spokesperson told Marc Raimondi of ESPN that Penix is participating in Phase 2 of the Falcons' offseason program, which consists of drills and individual work. Penix, 26, has torn an ACL three times in eight years, twice tearing the ACL in his right knee while in college. He expects to be ready for Week 1, but will that be soon enough to put him in a position to compete with Tua Tagovailoa for the job? Stay tuned. |
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Panthers | CAR, Bryce Young 'talking through' extension Wed May 13, 12:02 AM
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young had his fifth-year extension picked up, but the Panthers are reportedly talking through an extension and GM Dan Morgan will be in touch with Young's agent, according to an interview on NFL Network on Tuesday, May 12.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers have Young under contract for two more years. ESPN's Dan Graziano noted on Tuesday that the team "doesn't seem in a huge hurry" to work out an extension with the former first overall pick. The hesitancy on Carolina's part stems from the fact that the QB market got absolutely nuked with young quarterbacks signing record-setting deals, and it needs to adjust back. As AtoZSports' Ken Noble suggested, the Panthers are smart by letting the QB market cool back down before paying Young. For our purposes, Young remains a low-end QB2. |
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Cardinals | Jacoby Brissett is ARI starting quarterback Wed May 13, 12:01 AM
Arizona Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett was informed by the team that he is their starting quarterback, despite missing voluntary workouts, according to a source on Tuesday, May 11.
| Footballguys view: Brissett wants a restructured contract for the final season of the two-year deal he signed in March 2025. He finished last season as the top-ranked quarterback from Week 6, when he was given his first start after Kyler Murray was injured, in terms of dropbacks, completions, and attempts. He was second in passing yards and fourth in completion percentage above expected. As Brissett had a career year, he brought along pass catchers Michael Wilson and Trey McBride with him. But the Cardinals went 1-11 as a starter. It's fair to wonder if he'll get as many attempts this season. |
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Broncos | Deuce Vaughn waived by Denver Tue May 12, 04:47 PM
Denver Broncos RB Deuce Vaughn was waived on Tuesday, May 12.
| Footballguys view: Vaughn entered the league with the Dallas Cowboys as a sixth-round pick out of Kansas State in the 2023 NFL draft. He totaled 168 yards from scrimmage on 50 touches in 14 career games in Dallas before landing on Denver's practice squad last summer. He did not appear in any games last season. |
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Buccaneers | Emeka Egbuka to settle in as "Z" outside receiver Tue May 12, 04:05 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka will reportedly settle in as the 'Z' outside receiver, or flanker, after playing numerous spots as a rookie, according to Buccaneers.com's Scott Smith on Tuesday, May 12.
| Footballguys view: Incoming Bucs offensive coordinator Zac Robinson used to coach Cooper Kupp with the Rams, and he said on Tuesday that Egbuka has a very similar approach and instincts. The coach also confirmed the plan is for Egbuka to settle into the flanker role in the team's base offense, but that his football instincts make it easy to move him around in order to exploit matchups and maximize the production of the passing game this fall. Egbuka, who was WR4 over the first five games last year, is currently being drafted as WR19. |
Buccaneers | Bucky Irving will be limited in OTAs Tue May 12, 03:16 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (shoulder) will be limited at the start of OTAs.
| Footballguys view: Irving is recovering from off-season shoulder surgery. According to local reports, the hope is that he'll be fully cleared by training camp. While he has been participating in rehab, team officials are taking a cautious approach to his return to full practice. We'll be watching for more on Irving in coming weeks. In the meantime, free-agent addition Kenneth Gainwell will get more work as the team installs new coordinator Zac Robinson's scheme. |
Bills | Shane Zylstra signing with Buffalo Tue May 12, 02:15 PM
Free agent TE Shane Zylstra (Lions) signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday, May 12. In a corresponding move, the team released K Maddux Trujillo.
| Footballguys view: Zylstra has appeared in 35 games with six starts in his career, all for the Lions. He's caught 18 passes for 136 yards with four touchdowns. Primarily a blocker, Zylstra joins a depth chart with Dalton Kincaid, Dawson Knox, and Jackson Hawes ahead of him. |
Titans | Carnell Tate signs rookie deal with Tennessee Tue May 12, 01:34 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Carnell Tate signed his rookie deal with the team on Tuesday, May 12. The contract is a four-year, $51.1 million deal that includes a $33,649,028 signing bonus.
| Footballguys view: As Footballguy Sigmund Bloom suggests, Tate will become Cam Ward's No. 1 receiver of the future and maybe present. Ward is an aggressive downfield passer, and Tate is a smooth separator and ball winner at all three levels of the field. Bloom advised readers to be willing to trade up for Tate, who should level off as a top 10-15 fantasy receiver as long as Ward's upward trajectory coming out of last season continues. |
Buccaneers | Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell seen in a similar way Tue May 12, 01:15 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Zac Robinson told the media that RB Bucky Irving and RB Kenneth Gainwell, 'can kind of match each other in certain ways with what they can do in the pass game.'
| Footballguys view: Gainwell, who was signed to replace the departed Rachaad White, rushed for 537 yards and five touchdowns on 4.7 yards per carry, and caught 73 passes for 486 yards and three touchdowns for the Steelers last year. He eclipsed 1,000 scrimmage yards on the season and was voted by his teammates as Steelers team MVP. With Irving coming off shoulder surgery performed earlier this year, Gainwell will get a chance to get a head start in the team's new offense. We expect a timeshare with Irving leading the way, but Gainwell's progress should be monitored. |
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Buccaneers | Ted Hurst could fill X spot Tue May 12, 11:41 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers third-round pick WR Ted Hurst could fill the X-receiver spot, according to offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. Hurst can run, has great hands and is an instinctual player, according to Robinson.
| Footballguys view: According to Tampa Bay Times staffer Rick Stroud, Hurst "owned" the Bucs' first rookie minicamp, drawing the most targets and making the most catches over two days of practice. Hurst has big shoes to fill if he's going to handle the vacated Mike Evans role. But he has the size (6-4, 210 pounds) and speed (4.42) to be a true X receiver like Evans, who can stretch a defense both vertically and horizontally. Still, keep expectations in check as Hurst starts his career behind Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin Jr., and Jalen McMillan at the top of the depth chart. |
Commanders | Sonny Styles impresses Tue May 12, 11:25 AM
Washington Commanders first-round pick LB Sonny Styles impressed at rookie minicamp. According to beat writer JP Finlay, Styles looked fluid, quick and smart. In seven-on-seven passing drills, any time a pass went near the line of scrimmage or towards the middle of the field, it seemed like Styles was in perfect position to absolutely blast the receiver.
| Footballguys view: As Footballguy Sigmund Bloom noted, Styles is going to be an every-down linebacker who might have untapped potential to rack up sacks as a blitzer. The best case for taking Styles is that a 35-year-old Bobby Wagner was a top 10 fantasy linebacker last year, and Styles at his peak can be better. Bloom advises checking your scoring and lineups. If three off-ball linebackers start (or four with an IDP flex) and it's a tackle-heavy (2 points or more per tackle, 1 point or more per assist) league, Styles could be worth as high as the No. 3 pick. |
Chargers | McDaniel working to leverage Justin Herbert's strengths, efficiency Tue May 12, 11:08 AM
Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel outlined his plan to reshape the way Justin Herbert plays quarterback: refining Herbert's footwork, timing, and anticipation to unlock the "best football of his career." In McDaniel's first news conference, he said that he planned to make sure that the offense didn't rely too much on "Justin's ability to do above and beyond."
| Footballguys view: McDaniel pointed to the success Herbert has had with 2.4 seconds to throw or on extended plays. According to ESPN research, Herbert threw six touchdowns to three interceptions last season on throws released within 2.4 seconds. Once plays extended into the intermediate timing window, between roughly 2.4 and 3.5 seconds, his efficiency dipped. But when plays stretched beyond structure, Herbert again became one of the league's most productive quarterbacks, throwing 10 touchdowns while being sacked an NFL-high 49 times. With a bolstered offensive line and McDaniel on board, optimism is high. Herbert is currently QB8 on the Footballguys Projections. |
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Texans | Nico Collins wants to play his entire career in Houston Tue May 12, 10:01 AM
When trade rumors swirled about Texans wide receiver Nico Collins ahead of the draft, general manager Nick Caserio didn't hesitate to make it clear that the team has no interest in parting ways with the wideout. Caserio said anyone thinking that a trade could happen "can shove it" because the Texans won't be making a deal. That sounds like it was music to Collins' ears because he said this weekend that he does not have any interest in wearing a different uniform. "I love the Texans," Collins said. "I got drafted here . . . It's definitely a place I would like to retire."
| Footballguys view: As PFT's Josh Alper notes, while Collins wants to stick around the Texans, the business side of things will always play a role in how a career plays out, and Collins has slipped down the list of best-paid wideouts since signing an extension in 2024. That deal could be revisited, but a failure to find common ground could lead to different thoughts about a shared future in Houston. For now, Collins, who finished as WR8 despite missing two games last season, heads into 2026 as WR9 on the Footballguys 2026 Draft Projections. |
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Cardinals | LaFleur: good dialogue ongoing with Jacoby Brissett Tue May 12, 09:58 AM
Jacoby Brissett has not been taking part in the team's offseason workouts as he looks for an adjustment to his current contract. Coach Mike LaFleur was asked about where things stand regarding conversations that would lead to Brissett joining the team. "Ongoing. Everything's good from a dialogue standpoint," LaFleur said. "Like we said, this is voluntary. So that's where we'll leave it."
| Footballguys view: LaFleur was also asked if he felt "behind the 8-ball" because Brissett is missing time in a new offense. "He's played a lot of football," LaFleur said. "We're in communication; he knows what the expectation is." All signs point to a new deal getting done and Brissett, who was QB6 in 12 games as the starter last year, opening the season in that same role. But the Cardinals also went 1-11 in Brissett's starts. Meanwhile, Carson Beck and Gardner Minshew will be getting more work as long as Brissett is away from the team. We'll continue to monitor the situation. |
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Broncos | Denver adding Michael Woods Mon May 11, 01:42 PM
Free-agent WR Michael Woods II (Browns) agreed to terms with the Denver Broncos Monday, May 11, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Woods was a sixth-round pick by the Browns in 2022. He played 10 games as a rookie, but missed all of 2023 with a torn Achilles. He returned for five games in 2024 and finished his time in Cleveland with 12 catches for 110 yards. Woods spent time on the Packers' practice squad after being cut by the Browns last year. Courtland Sutton, Jaylen Waddle, Marvin Mims, Troy Franklin, Pat Bryant, and Lil'Jordan Humphrey are the other veteran wideouts in Denver. |
Vikings | Minnesota to have open competition at QB Mon May 11, 01:41 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray and QB J.J. McCarthy will have an open competition for the starting quarterback job during offseason workouts and training camp, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
| Footballguys view: "From everything that I've understood, it is truly wide open," Pelissero said on The Rich Eisen Show. "They're keeping an open mind as a coaching staff." McCarthy struggled in his two seasons since the Vikings chose him 10th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. Some of his struggles have been self-inflicted (12 interceptions in 10 games), while others have been the result of injuries. Those struggles are why Murray, a two-time Pro Bowler with seven seasons of experience, has been widely viewed as the unanointed starter. Even if we consider Murray the favorite, it's a situation we'll have to monitor. |
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Steelers | Chris Boswell signs extension Mon May 11, 01:03 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers PK Chris Boswell agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension with the Steelers Monday, May 11, worth $28 million.
| Footballguys view: Boswell, 35, was scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season. He was in the final year of a four-year, $20 million deal. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the annual average of his new deal -- $6.22 million -- ranks fourth among league kickers. Brandon Aubrey of the Dallas Cowboys, who signed a four-year, $28 million deal last month, has the highest annual average. Boswell ranks fifth in NFL history in field goal accuracy at 87.7 percent. He is the only kicker with more than 10 career playoff attempts to convert every one, going 19 for 19. |
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Jaguars | Ameer Abdullah signs with Jaguars Mon May 11, 11:15 AM
Free-agent RB Ameer Abdullah (Colts) signed an undisclosed deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars Monday, May 11. RB Ja'Quinden Jackson was waived.
| Footballguys view: Abdullah, who turns 33 in June, spent last season with the Colts, mainly playing special teams. However, he did have 60 yards rushing with one touchdown, along with 16 catches for 99 yards. He spent the previous three seasons with the Raiders, posting 311 rushing yards with two TDs plus 40 catches for 261 yards with three touchdowns in 2024. Expect far more special teams work than offensive production if he makes this roster. |
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Chargers | TE David Njoku signs with the Chargers Mon May 11, 09:14 AM
The Chargers have agreed to terms with former Browns TE David Njoku, giving him a 1-year deal worth up to $8 million, Njoku's agent told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: Njoku was the 29th overall pick in the 2017 draft. He had played nine years in Cleveland. He made the Pro Bowl in 2023, with a career-high 81 catches for 882 yards and six touchdowns. As Profootballtalk.com suggests, in L.A., Njoku becomes another weapon in the new-look offense being implemented under coordinator Mike McDaniel. The Chargers currently have four other tight ends on the roster, headlined by Oronde Gadsden, who generated 664 receiving yards as a rookie in 2025. |
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Titans | Cam Ward making progress in new offense Mon May 11, 12:11 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Cam Ward is learning a second offense in his second NFL season, as offensive coordinator Brian Daboll is now working with the former No. 1 overall pick. Daboll feels Ward has made some early progress, and he has shown to be a quick study. 'He is a young professional,' Daboll said. 'He wants to be great. He is instinctive. When we are just watching the tape, he is able to communicate the things that he sees and why he did certain things when we watch the tape from last year. When we are installing the new system to him, concepts and things like that, he is able to pick things up very quickly.'
| Footballguys view: Ward is learning his second offense in two seasons. Getting the system down in the spring will allow Ward to develop faster when the real work begins in training camp. The Titans' goal this offseason has been to buffer Ward as much as possible. The QB flashed big-time play ability down the stretch last year, with exciting splash plays, and showed the ability to lead comebacks. His development is why Daboll was hired. It's why they inked Wan'Dale Robinson and used the No. 4 overall pick on receiver Carnell Tate. Now it's on Ward to put it all to use. |
Chargers | Quentin Johnston showing growth Mon May 11, 12:10 AM
Los Angeles Chargers WR Quentin Johnston has shown a lot of growth, even in the past week, according to new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. 'You'd be hard pressed to find a guy that's grown more specifically in the last week than Q,' McDaniel said. 'I think he's a guy that has some traits in his game that are similar to some very powerful, explosive, productive receivers that I've had in the past, namely like Julio (Jones) and Andre (Johnson) and so we're pushing him.'
| Footballguys view: Johnston has thrived for the Chargers in the last two seasons, totaling 106 receptions for 1,446 yards and 16 touchdowns across the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The Chargers showed their belief in Johnston when the franchise exercised his fifth-year option on April 28. The move will keep Johnston under contract with the Chargers for the next two seasons. Los Angeles will have Johnston, Ladd McConkey, Tre' Harris, KeAndre Lambert-Smith, and Derius Davis returning next season. The Chargers also drafted wide receiver Brenen Thompson in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. |
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Colts | Riley Leonard, Anthony Richardson battle for backup Mon May 11, 12:09 AM
Indianapolis Colts QBs Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson are set to battle for the primary backup job to starter QB Daniel Jones, while QB Seth Henigan is also on the roster. Offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter said it's 'still early' and 'too soon' to determine a frontrunner for the QB2 job.
| Footballguys view: With Daniel Jones coming off a season-ending injury, the next man in line is important for the Colts. Leonard, a 2025 sixth-round pick, started Week 18 last year after the Colts were eliminated from postseason contention. Richardson's history is well documented. The No. 4 overall pick entered the NFL in 2023 with a unique skillset but little college experience. He's started just 15 games in three seasons -- 11 coming in 2024. With Jones still in rehab, Leonard and Richardson will get plenty of reps to prove worthy of the backup gig. |
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Broncos | Jonah Coleman could vie for RB3 job Mon May 11, 12:05 AM
Denver Broncos RB Jonah Coleman might be in line for the No. 3 job behind RBs J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey. He was selected with the team's second pick, and he is tough, and Coleman can catch passes and pass protect, which should endear him to head coach Sean Payton.
| Footballguys view: With Dobbins injured and unavailable down the stretch last year, Harvey was inefficient as the primary back. As a result, the Broncos entered the offseason looking to bolster the ground attack. That's precisely why they used their second pick on Coleman. Coleman is a tough, physical running back with three-down capabilities due to his ability to catch passes and pass protect. According to SI.com's Justin Melo, Sean Payton will immediately fall in love with his commitment and rugged approach. |
Bills | Skyler Bell could open No. 4 on depth chart Mon May 11, 12:04 AM
Buffalo Bills WR Skyler Bell was selected 125th in the 2026 NFL Draft, but he could begin the season as the fourth option on the depth chart, with WR Keon Coleman falling out of favor.
| Footballguys view: As SI.com suggested, the Bills let quarterback Josh Allen down last season when it came to providing him with passing-game weapons. In an attempt to course-correct, they traded for DJ Moore and drafted Bell. With Keon Coleman on the outs, Bell could be in line for opportunities to impact the offense. The former UConn weapon posted 104 receptions for the Huskies in 2025, fourth-most among eligible FBS wideouts. |
Patriots | Eli Raridon signs rookie deal Sun May 10, 06:36 PM
New England Patriots third-round draft choice TE Eli Raridon signed a four-year contract with the Patriots Saturday, May 9. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Raridon's ceiling is as high as any tight end in this class, but he is a work in progress. We probably won't see him really approach his potential until at earliest his second season, but Raridon should be a priority third or fourth round pick in rookie drafts for tight end premium leagues. He's worth monitoring in all dynasty leagues, and also worth drafting in PPR dynasty leagues if the benches are long enough to accommodate multi-year projects. |
Broncos | Bo Nix may do some offseason work Sun May 10, 06:36 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) will probably do some throwing during the June minicamp and should be fully healthy for training camp, according to head coach Sean Payton.
| Footballguys view: Nix's injury might have been worse than originally let on, but as long as he is a full go at the open of camp, we won't change the outlook for him or the Denver offense this season. |
Commanders | Kaytron Allen under contract Sun May 10, 06:36 PM
Washington Commanders sixth-round draft choice RB Kaytron Allen signed a four-year contract with the Commanders Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Allen is already making noise in rookie minicamp and should have the edge to be the short yardage back and game finisher to begin the season, with a chance to lead the team in carries with the new under center running game that he is well-suited for. Allen is an excellent assignment sound runner, but he doesn't have an impressive burst or quickness. |
Buccaneers | TB officially adds four UDFAs Sun May 10, 06:36 PM
Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent QB Jalon Daniels (Kansas), TE Kenny Fletcher Jr. (Rutgers), WR Eric Rivers Jr. (Georgia Tech) and WR Noah Short (Army) officially signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Friday, May 8. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Daniels was one of Greg Cosell of NFL Films favorite quarterback prospects in this year's draft. He is a dual threat, but with a good arm and pocket presence. Daniels only has to beat out Jake Browning to back up Baker Mayfield this year. |
Texans | Tank Dell continues to make progress Sun May 10, 03:19 PM
Houston Texans WR Tank Dell (knee) has been doing well in the team's offseason conditioning program, as he makes his way back from a dislocated left knee, torn anterior cruciate ligament, as well as torn medial collateral and lateral collateral ligaments. He has made a lot of progress, and he is running again and cutting in his routes, although he is not back to 100 percent.
| Footballguys view: CJ Stroud's best performances came with Dell on the field, so his return can only be a good thing for the Texans quarterback. It might not be a good thing for the fantasy value of Nico Collins, as Stroud targeted Dell (when the receiver was a rookie) just about as often as he did Collins. |
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Seahawks | No timeline for Zach Charbonnet's return Sun May 10, 02:23 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) continues to recover from surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee suffered during the Divisional Round of the playoffs. He is expected to return at some point this season, but head coach Mike Macdonald doesn't know exactly when Charbonnet will be back. 'I can't give you a timeline right now, but I can tell you he's killing it as we knew he would,' coach Mike Macdonald said during the draft. 'With these long-term injuries -- I say it all the time, you've just got to stack these things. You have to be able to get to the next thing and go rip it, and that's what he's doing. I'm excited for Zach.'
| Footballguys view: The Seahawks can afford to be conservative with Charbonnet's return after taking Jadarian Price at the end of the first round of the draft. He isn't worth taking in typical leagues because his ceiling even when he returns isn't very high. |
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Seahawks | Emanuel Wilson could have early role Sun May 10, 01:43 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Emanuel Wilson is a bigger back at 5-foot-10 and 226 pounds, who gives the team a power runner while RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) is on the shelf recovering from ACL surgery in February. Despite the absence of Charbonnet, likely until later in the regular season, Wilson still has to contend with top healthy holdover RB George Holani and rookie draft pick RB Jadarian Price for the top spot on the depth chart.
| Footballguys view: If Price isn't ready for prime time - he was a back up in college because he played with Jeremiyah Love - then Wilson will be the primary early down and goal line back for the Seahawks. He's worth a late round pick in best ball leagues and an end of the bench spot in deep dynasty leagues. |
Seahawks | George Holani to see third-down work? Sun May 10, 01:34 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB George Holani is the lone healthy holdover in the backfield, and his work catching the ball and working in pass protection makes him a strong candidate for third-down work, even when RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) is ready to return. Holani is battling free-agent addition RB Emanuel Wilson and draft pick RB Jadarian Price for a more meaningful role until Charbonnet can get back.
| Footballguys view: Holani doesn't have standalone value in fantasy leagues, but he could lower Jadarian Price's ceiling if he proves to be a capable third down back. If injuries thin the backfield, he could have spot start fantasy value during the season. |
Seahawks | Jadarian Price has plenty of competition Sun May 10, 01:29 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price is viewed as a replacement for RB Kenneth Walker III (Chiefs), but he isn't the clear-cut RB1 with RBs Emanuel Wilson and George Holani in the mix, and RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) expected back at some point. The team isn't asking Price to go from RB2 in college to a high-volume starter in the NFL. He averaged roughly 18.5 snaps and nearly nine touches per game over the past two seasons at Notre Dame, and he also returned kickoffs, so he could be used in that role, even with the presence of WR Rashid Shaheed.
| Footballguys view: The Seahawks aren't going away from a committee backfield, but that doesn't mean that Price isn't worth a top five selection in dynasty rookie drafts. If he gets goal line work and leads the team in carries, that should be more than enough to be a fantasy RB2, with room to grow in the future because Zach Charbonnet is a free agent in 2027. |
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Saints | New Orleans signs Oscar Delp Sat May 9, 02:42 PM
New Orleans Saints third-round draft choice TE Oscar Delp signed a four-year contract with the Saints Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Delp is a classic "could be a better pro than college player" prospect. Georgia didn't use him often as a receiver, but when they did, the speed, athleticism, and ball skills of a weapon in the passing game were apparent. The Saints used three picks in the first four rounds to add players who can do damage downfield for Tyler Shough and Kellen Moore. |
Saints | Bryce Lance signs deal Sat May 9, 02:39 PM
New Orleans Saints fourth-round draft choice WR Bryce Lance signed a four-year contract with the Saints Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Trey Lance's little brother has the long frame and speed to be a Marquez Valdes-Scantling-esque deep threat if he can adjust to the NFL level of play from North Dakota State. He could also have a larger role if #8 overall pick Jordyn Tyson's durability issues carry over to the pros. |
Vikings | Demond Claiborne under contract Sat May 9, 02:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings sixth-round draft choice RB Demond Claiborne signed a four-year contract with the Vikings Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Claiborne is a compact, shifty back with speed who is comparable to Devonta Freeman. The Vikings top two backs will be free agents next year, and Aaron Jones has missed at least five games in two of the last three seasons. Expect Claiborne to get a chance to show what he can do at some point this season, which could secure him a role in the Vikings backfield going forward. |
Saints | Jordyn Tyson held out Sat May 9, 02:07 PM
New Orleans Saints WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring) did not participate in practice Saturday, May 9, but head coach Kellen Moore said the team planned to hold Tyson out.
| Footballguys view: This is a non-story, except that it is a reminder that Tyson's durability is already on the Saints mind before he has even taken a snap in practice. |
Dolphins | Four undrafted players officially signed Sat May 9, 02:05 PM
Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent QB Mark Gronowski (Iowa), RB Anthony Hankerson (Oregon State), WR Donaven McCulley (Michigan) and RB Le'Veon Moss (Texas A&M) officially signed with the Miami Dolphins Friday, May 8. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Moss is a power back and the only true pile pusher on the Dolphins roster. We'll see if he can overtake 2025 sixth round pick Ollie Gordon, who didn't make much of an impact when he got on the field as a rookie. |
Bengals | Four UDFAs officially signed Sat May 9, 01:43 PM
Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent RB Kentrel Bullock (South Alabama), RB Jamal Haynes (Georgia Tech), TE Josh Kattus (Kentucky) and WR Noah Thomas (Georgia) signed with the Cincinnati Bengals Friday, May 8. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Haynes is a fire hydrant with quickness and speed who could unseat 2025 sixth round pick Tahj Brooks as the third string back. Brooks failed to impress last year, so his roster spot is vulnerable. |
Titans | Carnell Tate agrees to terms Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Carnell Tate has agreed to terms on a four-year, $51.1 million deal, which includes a $33,649,028 million signing bonus on Friday, May 8.
| Footballguys view: Tate should be a starter very early in his career and could turn into a true #1 for Cam Ward, which would make this contract one of the biggest bargains of the 2026 draft. We'll be monitoring to see if he can get on the field with Calvin Ridley and the starting 11 on offense in Week 1. |
Bengals | Colbie Young signs rookie deal Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
Cincinnati Bengals fourth-round draft choice WR Colbie Young signed a four-year contract with the Bengals Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Young's game is reminiscent of former Bengal Auden Tate, who played with Joe Burrow early in the quarterback's pro career. If Andrei Iosivas leaves in free agency next year, Young's huge catch radius and ball skills make him a good candidate to back up Tee Higgins, who has missed at least two games in each of the last three seasons. |
Browns | Four-year deal for Taylen Green Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
Cleveland Browns sixth-round draft choice QB Taylen Green signed a four-year contract with the Browns Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Green is raw as a pocket quarterback, but his size, athleticism, and arm talent give him a high ceiling even though it is on a very small chance to hit. At least he is in an organization where he could get a chance to play soon if he shows promise, given the team's lack of a long-term answer at quarterback. Green could also move to wide receiver if he busts as a quarterback. He has a similar size/speed profile to Terrelle Pryor, who once upon a time had a 1000 yard season for Cleveland as a wide receiver after coming into the league as a quarterback for the Raiders. |
Browns | Cleveland signs Denzel Boston Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
Cleveland Browns second-round draft choice WR Denzel Boston signed a four-year contract with the Browns Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Boston has the inside track to become the Browns starting "X" receiver early on in his rookie deal. He's a great ball winner on contested catches, but his straight line speed and play strength will be average at best in the NFL and limit his fantasy impact, in addition to the team's issues at quarterback and on offense in general. |
Bears | Zavion Thomas signs rookie deal Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
Chicago Bears third round draft choice WR Zavion Thomas signed a four-year contract with the Bears Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Thomas wasn't as highly regarded by draft analysts as he was by Ben Johnson and the Bears. That makes him intriguing in dynasty rookie drafts, along with the possibility that Thomas gets some reps at running back, where he looked natural in limited duty at LSU. |
49ers | Four-year deal for Kaelon Black Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
San Francisco 49ers third-round draft choice RB Kaelon Black signed a four-year contract with the 49ers Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Kyle Shanahan can never have enough running backs, apparently. Black is a try hard runner who is not the most athletically gifted, but will be a dependable assignment-sound back. We'll be monitoring 49ers news to learn whether Black, 2025 fifth round pick Jordan James, or 2024 fourth round pick Isaac Guerendo is the first in line for touches if Christian McCaffrey misses time. |
49ers | De'Zhaun Stribling inks deal Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
San Francisco 49ers second-round draft choice WR De'Zhaun Stribling signed a four-year contract with the 49ers Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Stribling has been one of the most hotly debated draft picks after the 49ers took him with the first pick of the second day. He could have more fantasy value than anticipated if the 49ers use his blocking ability to bring him in motion as a "wham" blocker from the flanker position, where he can also release into routes through gaps to create mismatches a la Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua. He's probably underrated in dynasty rookie drafts. |
Patriots | Jam Miller signs rookie contract Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
New England Patriots seventh-round draft choice RB Jam Miller signed a four-year contract with the Patriots Friday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: In a best case scenario, Miller could follow the career path of Benjarvus Green-Ellis, another hard-nosed runner between the tackles who carved out a role for himself in the Patriots offense after being added as an undrafted free agent. |
Steelers | Three draft picks sign their rookie deals Sat May 9, 01:10 PM
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed WR Kaden Wetjen, DE Gabriel Rubio, and S Robert Spears-Jennings to their rookie contracts. Terms of the deals were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Wetjen is listed at wide receiver, but he was drafted for his potential contributions as a return specialist. The Steelers will attempt to develop him as a wide receiver and manufactured touch player, but he only has value in return yardage leagues. |
Colts | Shane Steichen non-committal on Anthony Richardson Fri May 8, 03:05 PM
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen told reporters, 'We'll see how it goes' with Anthony Richardson potentially competing for the backup quarterback job.
| Footballguys view: Things change quickly around here. It wasn't that long ago that Richardson was seen as a potential franchise quarterback, and now he's in a battle for the backup job behind Daniel Jones. Riley Leonard is likely to be the no.2 quarterback for the Colts, and he certainly would be if/when the Colts trade Richardson. |
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