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Giants | Jaxson Dart could be used in designed runs still (2026-07-14 15:14:00) [jump to this story] 49ers | Commanders not acquiring Brandon Aiyuk 'at this stage' (2026-07-14 13:42:00) [jump to this story] Giants | Harbaugh vague when discussing plan for Malik Nabers (2026-07-14 00:54:46) [jump to this story] |
Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes reiterates that playing Week 1 is his goal Wed Jul 15, 02:17 PM
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said during the offseason program that his goal is to be ready for Week 1, despite suffering a torn ACL in December. With training camp just around the corner, that goal is becoming more and more in reach. Mahomes reiterated his stance during an interview with Yahoo Sports Daily on Wednesday. "That's my goal," Mahomes said. "It's not just my decision, but at the same time, I'm going to give the doctors and the coaches every single opportunity I can to let me be out there Week 1."
| Footballguys view: Mahomes acknowledged that his return has been "a long process," but feels like he's in a good spot with training camp set to begin at the end of the month. Here's the good news: Mahomes' current ADP, QB14, opens the door to landing him as your QB2. Even if you don't believe he'll be ready Week 1 (for what it's worth, I am a believer), landing a player who's finished as a fantasy QB1 in all eight seasons he's been an NFL starter as your backup in Round 9 is a win. |
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Bills | Keon Coleman isn't worried about his critics Wed Jul 15, 02:10 PM
Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman is well aware that he's been the subject of much criticism from fans and the media. Coleman was even the subject of some offseason debate about whether ex-coach Sean McDermott deserved blame for wanting to draft him. But Coleman says the criticism doesn't matter to him, because it doesn't come from anyone who's on the field with him. "None of them is going to come lace them up and try to stand in front of me," Coleman said. "People are going to say what they want to say. At the end of the day, my job is to come out here, put my cleats on, strap them up, and prove my worth here."
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com notes, through two seasons, Coleman's production -- 67 catches for 960 yards and eight touchdowns -- hasn't been what the Bills were hoping for when they selected him with the 33rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. Coleman sees that changing this year. Fantasy investors aren't as sure. Coleman's current ADP, WR89, has him going outside Round 20. |
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Dolphins | Jalen Tolbert emerging as top target Wed Jul 15, 01:32 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Jalen Tolbert is emerging as the top target of QB Malik Willis heading into training camp, according to the Sun Sentinel's David Furones.
| Footballguys view: Tolbert brings a specialized skill that has caught our attention in the past. Most notably, a breakout 2024 season, when he caught 49 passes for 610 yards and seven touchdowns for the Cowboys. All seven of his receiving touchdowns came in the red zone, tied for the fifth-most among wide receivers that season. As Athlon's Doug Farrar suggested, Tolbert may have been a No. 2 or No. 3 receiver on other rosters, but opportunity knocks in Miami. That's why the reported connection with Willis is worth noting. So is the fact that Tolbert is being drafted as WR99. |
Titans | Tyjae Spears has a chance to see role grow Wed Jul 15, 01:27 PM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears 'has a chance to have a bigger role as a runner' in 2026, according to Jim Wyatt.
| Footballguys view: As Wyatt noted, Spears was a standout last offseason, but an ankle injury in the preseason opener halted his momentum and forced him to start the season on Injured Reserve. Spears flashed during the season, but his impact wasn't as big as observers expected. Heading into 2026, Spears has once again impressed this offseason. In new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's offense, Wyatt believes Spears could be more prominent as a runner, and in the passing game, working behind Tony Pollard. |
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Jets | More on Geno Smith situation Wed Jul 15, 11:22 AM
Updating previous reports, New York Jets QB Geno Smith won't be charged from a June 21 incident in which a woman claimed domestic violence. The woman, a longtime friend and casual intimate parter of Smith's who provides paid childcare for his son in her multifaceted role as his 'manager,' did not show up to two appointments to provide a sworn statement to police and later had her attorney inform officers that she would not be providing one.
| Footballguys view: Since the incident, Smith received two unrelated traffic citations during a stop on July 6 in Florida: speeding (70 miles per hour in a 45 mph zone) and driving without carrying a license. Smith, who was reacquired in the offseason to start his first games for the Jets since 2016, is due to report for training camp on July 28. It's fair to believe he'll be an upgrade at the position after the Jets worked their way through Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor, and Brady Cook last year. |
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Steelers | McCarthy likes what he's seen from Roman Wilson Wed Jul 15, 10:49 AM
New head coach Mike McCarthy isn't counting out 2024 third-round WR Roman Wilson, who played just one game as a rookie and had 12 catches in 13 appearances last season. McCarthy said that he liked how Wilson approached the offseason. "He's been here from Day 1," McCarthy said. "He was one of the first men to reach out and clearly ask what the expectation was of him, how I view him, how I saw him fitting in as the roles X, F, and Z. He's doing the work. He's had a great offseason."
| Footballguys view: DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. are going to be the top wideouts to kick off the season in Pittsburgh, but Wilson could find his way into a bigger role if his offseason work continues into training camp and leads to a strong bond with Aaron Rodgers. That said, rookie Germie Bernard was taken in the second round of April's draft and is drawing more interest in fantasy drafts than Wilson. Neither Wilson nor Bernard, however, are viewed as viable redraft options. |
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NFL | Ethan Pocic cleared Wed Jul 15, 10:37 AM
Free-agent C Ethan Pocic (Achilles), who was a starter for the Cleveland Browns before tearing his Achilles in December, received clearance by Dr. Norman Waldrop to participate in training camp. A source said he's a full go.
| Footballguys view: Pocic is a free agent after spending the last four seasons with Cleveland. A second-round pick in 2017, Pocic played his first five seasons with the Seahawks, appearing in 57 games with 40 starts. He signed with the Browns as a free agent in 2022, starting 57 games for the club. |
Texans | Braden Smith had neck surgery Wed Jul 15, 10:08 AM
Houston Texans OT Braden Smith (neck) is on track for training camp after surgery to repair a neck injury in the offseason.
| Footballguys view: The Texans signed Smith, previously with the Colts, to a two-year, $25 million deal. Smith is tracking toward a full recovery for training camp after being limited during the spring. Assuming he's fully healthy, he's the likely starter at right tackle in Houston. |
Bills | Buffalo claims Quentin Skinner off waivers Tue Jul 14, 05:05 PM
Former New York Jets WR Quentin Skinner was claimed off waivers by the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday, July 14. The Bills also terminated the contract of WR Deven Thompkins.
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Cowboys | Charles Snowden suspended three games Tue Jul 14, 04:49 PM
Dallas Cowboys DE Charles Snowden has been suspended for the first three games of the 2026 NFL season, but is eligible to participate in all preseason activities, including games. His suspension will take effect as of the roster reduction to 53 players, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter on Tuesday, July 14.
| Footballguys view: Last season, Snowden posted a career high in sacks with three for the Raiders in 15 games played. Snowden played in 15 games for Las Vegas, adding 28 tackles, five tackles for loss, and his first career interception. Heading into his fifth season in the NFL, Snowden is tied with James Houston and Sam Williams as the second-most experienced pass rusher on the Cowboys' roster. The Cowboys will manage without him during the suspension. |
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Broncos | Jonah Coleman could spell J.K. Dobbins for touches early on Tue Jul 14, 04:08 PM
Denver Broncos RB Jonah Coleman reportedly looked ready for instant snaps in OTAs and minicamp this summer, and could spell J.K. Dobbins for short-yardage touches in the early going and pick up plenty of slack if anyone in the room misses time, in the opinion of The Denver Post's Luca Evans on Tuesday, July 14.
| Footballguys view: It wouldn't be a surprise if the hard-nosed, decisive Coleman, who runs with urgency between the tackles, earns a contributing role. But from a fantasy perspective, the rookie opens the year as insurance for the oft-injured J.K. Dobbins after RJ Harvey came up short as a runner when Dobbins went down last year. But Coleman will be a fantasy afterthought if Dobbins remains in the locked and upright position all season long. The rookie's RB50 ADP reflects that likelihood. |
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Browns | Maliek Collins status for training camp up in the air Tue Jul 14, 03:49 PM
Cleveland Browns DL Maliek Collins (quad) is up in the air in terms of his status to be available at the start of the team's training camp.
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Broncos | Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin battling for one spot Tue Jul 14, 03:46 PM
Denver Broncos RB Tyler Badie and RB Jaleel McLaughlin are battling for one spot on the team's depth chart, according to the Denver Post's Luca Evans.
| Footballguys view: Denver generally keeps four running backs on their active roster. With J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, and rookie Jonah Coleman all but certain to be at the top of the depth chart, Badie and McLaughlin will be battling for that final opening. The winner of that competition will only be fantasy relevant if there are injuries ahead of him. |
Giants | Jaxson Dart could be used in designed runs still Tue Jul 14, 03:14 PM
New York Giants QB Jaxson Dart could be used to carry the ball in both RPOs and designed quarterback runs, according to head coach John Harbaugh.
| Footballguys view: While we might not see as many designed runs as last year, we'll see Dart run. Harbaugh said that he sees a chance to do "a lot of the stuff that we did in Baltimore with Lamar [Jackson]," in terms of attacking defenses in multiple ways. A concussion kept Dart out of two games, and concussion checks forced him out of parts of other contests. Still, Harbaugh downplayed concerns by again citing Jackson. "You say something like that to Lamar, and he kinda just looks at you like you've got three heads," Harbaugh said. Dart likely feels the same. |
Jets | Geno Smith assault accusation is 'inactive' Tue Jul 14, 02:30 PM
New York Jets QB Geno Smith was previously accused of assault, and the case is now considered 'inactive,' according to the Davie (FL) Police Department.
| Footballguys view: While the Davie Police report concludes no further investigative steps can be reasonably taken with the information presently available, Smith is still in the news. The New York Post obtained body-cam footage from police in Florida who pulled Smith over for a third time due to speeding violations. For the second time in a matter of weeks, he failed to produce a license inside the vehicle. The NFL won't suspend a quarterback for speeding unless it leads to harm to civilians. But the Jets have a very clear issue to deal with when camp opens in two weeks. |
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49ers | Commanders not acquiring Brandon Aiyuk 'at this stage' Tue Jul 14, 01:42 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is expected to stay with the team and not be traded to the Washington Commanders 'at this stage,' according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
| Footballguys view: For months, we've been hearing about the Commanders making a move to land a receiver to complement Terry McLaurin. Aiyuk has been the player most frequently mentioned. Aiyuk's college quarterback at Arizona State was Daniels, but that connection won't spur a reunion. While Aiyuk is likely out of the picture, the Commanders may still be able to upgrade their receiving corps before training camp kicks off. One name who's still out there is Stefon Diggs, and he's coming off his seventh 1,000-yard season in the past eight years. |
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Lions | Isaac TeSlaa stronger, more athletic Tue Jul 14, 10:21 AM
Detroit Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa is stronger and more athletic heading into his second year, according to wide receivers coach Scottie Montgomery. 'He's done a good job of going and getting the football since he's been here and then now at the top of his breaks, they're so much cleaner,' Montgomery said 'He's so much stronger. What I like to do is I like to watch where we were, especially from an athleticism standpoint, to where he is now. It's not even close.'
| Footballguys view: Short-area quickness is valuable in the Lions' offense; it's part of why Amon-Ra St. Brown has been one of the most consistent receivers since joining the league in 2021. TeSlaa's bigger, but if he can mix his size with a faster get-off, he's going to attract more looks from Jared Goff on Sundays. TeSlaa's impact was limited as a rookie. Still, he finished strong with 12 catches, 174 yards, and four touchdowns in the final six games of the season. A stronger, faster, and smarter version of what we saw last year could lead to a more robust role. |
Giants | Harbaugh vague when discussing plan for Malik Nabers Tue Jul 14, 12:54 AM
WR Malik Nabers (knee) is expected to work his "way into practice as [training] camp gets started in one way or another," head coach John Harbaugh said, via ESPN.
| Footballguys view: Nabers and teammate Cam Skattebo are each on schedule and doing better each day, Harbaugh said, though Skattebo is further ahead than Nabers, "based on the type of injury, but Malik is not far behind. He's in a good place right now." With all the uncertainty, Nabers has fallen to WR14 in ongoing drafts. That third-round price leaves a lot of room for upside -- but obviously comes with considerable risk at this point. We'll all be eager to see what the plan is for Nabers when training camp opens, and we start to gain clarity on his progress. |
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49ers | Teammate sold on George Kittle being ready Week 1 Tue Jul 14, 12:46 AM
49ers tight end George Kittle has targeted Week 1 for his return since tearing his right Achilles in a Jan. 11 playoff game against the Eagles. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk expressed optimism over the weekend that Kittle will play in the season opener against the Rams in Australia. "I really [do] feel that way," Juszczyk said. "I was so impressed by the way he was moving [at Tight End U], and I was impressed the last week of OTAs, how he was moving . . . I was like, 'Wow, I really do think there is a chance that he's ready for Week 1.'"
| Footballguys view: Kittle was limited to 11 regular-season games due to hamstring and ankle injuries. He then required surgery to repair his Achilles tendon after the playoff victory over Philadelphia, missing the divisional playoff loss to the Seahawks. Kittle has repeatedly said he is ahead of schedule in his rehab, but the 49ers are sure to be deliberate with his practice schedule. We'll be monitoring Kittle's progress closely when veterans report to training camp next week. |
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Giants | Cam Skattebo on schedule Tue Jul 14, 12:42 AM
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo (ankle) is on schedule with his rehab and is expected to participate early in training camp, according to head coach John Harbaugh.
| Footballguys view: As Empire Sports Media's Alexander Wilson suggested, early participation is not the same thing as a full green light for every drill, every contact rep, or every preseason series. Still, Skattebo has already been seen doing individual work and taking part in team periods during the offseason program, so the ramp-up has been heading in the right direction for a while. A healthy August gives Skattebo time to regain his timing in the run game and get back into the pass-protection work that is harder to judge in spring practices. |
Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson had some big runs in 2025 Tue Jul 14, 12:34 AM
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson rushed for at least 40 yards four times during the 2025 season, which was tied for second most in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: The only player with more was Jahmyr Gibbs with six. Henderson tied De'Von Achane, James Cook, Derrick Henry, and Jonathan Taylor. But according to NBC Boston's Phil Perry, here's where an increased workload for Henderson could pay off in 2026. Those four backs averaged a long run every 74 attempts. Henderson averaged one every 45. As Henderson continues to develop his instincts as a runner as he gets more comfortable in this Patriots offense, you could see even more explosive plays from him in 2026. |
NFL | Several teams interested in Stefon Diggs Tue Jul 14, 12:33 AM
Free-agent WR Stefon Diggs (Patriots) has received interest from at least five teams leading up to the start of training camps.
| Footballguys view: The identities of the clubs that are considering Diggs are unknown, though the Ravens, Chiefs, and Commanders have been mentioned as rumored suitors during the spring. Although he admits he's probably no longer a top-tier wide receiver, Diggs also apparently is confident that he is better than any team's current No. 2 target. It's a fair argument after he produced 1,000 yards in New England coming off an ACL tear and playing about 55% of the snaps. He feels like he can be even better due to offseason training with no injury concern. We'll be watching for more. |
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Rams | Alaric Jackson will not face felony charge Tue Jul 14, 12:30 AM
Los Angeles Rams OT Alaric Jackson will reportedly not face a felony charge after he was arrested on a domestic violence charge in June. Jackson could still be subject to discipline by the NFL under its personal conduct policy.
| Footballguys view: Jackson was arrested on June 8 on what police told ESPN was a charge for "a person who willfully inflicts corporal injury" against a spouse. In 2024, Jackson served a two-game suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy. The Rams signed Jackson to a three-year, $57 million contract extension in February 2025. We'll continue to watch this one, but Jackson's availability is big. Footballguy Matt Bitonti, our offensive line analyst, said the Rams would fall from 14 to 24 in his offensive line rankings without Jackson. Journeyman David Quessenberry is the next man up at the position. |
Jets | Quentin Skinner cut from IR Mon Jul 13, 05:22 PM
New York Jets WR Quentin Skinner (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, July 13.
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Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield says he played hurt from Week 2 on last year Mon Jul 13, 02:39 PM
Via Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, Baker Mayfield reveals in the upcoming season of Quarterback that, in 2025, he played with a sprained MCL and PCL in his knee from Week 2 on. Mayfield also had a "bad biceps contusion" in his throwing arm, and he injured the shoulder of his non-throwing arm.
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com notes, if Mayfield had a knee injury for that much of the season, it didn't show up in the injury reports. "Knee" wasn't listed at all until Week 8. It underscores the fact that the NFL's injury-reporting rules don't contain nearly enough information. Sometimes, players don't tell the team about their injuries. Sometimes, players get treatment away from the team's facility. Whatever the case, Mayfield finished last year as QB12 -- although his points per game ranked 19th. Mayfield is being drafted as QB20. |
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Packers | Extension for Isaiah McDuffie Mon Jul 13, 01:44 PM
Green Bay Packers LB Isaiah McDuffie signed a contract extension with the Packers Monday, July 13. Terms of the extension were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: McDuffie was previously entering the last season of a two-year contract he signed with the club in the 2025 offseason. A sixth-round pick in the 2021 draft, McDuffie has appeared in 80 games with 38 starts. In 2025, he appeared in all 17 regular-season games with 12 starts. He finished the season with 92 total tackles, a sack, and an interception. He was on the field for 45 percent of the team's defensive snaps and 72 percent of special teams snaps last year. |
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Cardinals | Tip Reiman on track to make team Mon Jul 13, 01:11 PM
Arizona Cardinals TE Tip Reiman (ankle) will make the 53-man roster if he is healthy for the start of the 2026 season, in the opinion of CardsWire's Jess Root.
| Footballguys view: Known for his blocking prowess, Reiman played in all 17 games, starting nine, as a rookie, logging 450 snaps on offense and 189 on special teams. He had six catches for 37 yards. In 2025, his season ended in Week 4 when he suffered a season-ending ankle injury. He had three catches for 18 yards in four games and three starts. Working primarily as a blocker behind Trey McBride, Reiman has no fantasy value. |
Rams | Colby Parkinson ended season well Mon Jul 13, 11:56 AM
Los Angeles Rams TE Colby Parkinson had 20 catches for 217 yards and five touchdowns in the final five games of the 2025 season.
| Footballguys view: Parkinson was a key player in 13 personnel packages, operating as the Rams' TE1 just about the entire year. But he's also one of five tight ends expected to make the Rams' 53-man roster, so it's a crowded room. Parkinson is expected to remain the Rams' No. 1 tight end, but he could lose playing time when the Rams go to 11 personnel. Those packages could skew more toward Terrance Ferguson, who functions like a receiver with his catch radius and athleticism. Ferguson could wind up being a de facto slot receiver, with Parkinson getting more blocking reps. |
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Colts | Team wants to reduce Jonathan Taylor's workload Mon Jul 13, 10:43 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor led the league with 323 rushes last season, and the team wants to reduce his workload. 'We definitely need to find ways to take some of that workload off him,' running backs coach DeAndre Smith said. 'If I can find another guy or two that can take some of those carries off, he's just going to be that much better.'
| Footballguys view: As the Colts ramp up for the 2026 season, their usage of Taylor is something the Colts admit they need to navigate. But the problem is obvious. "It's hard to take him off the field when he's running so good," HC Shane Steichen said. No doubt. Taylor has rushed for 1,431 and 1,585 yards, respectively, in the past two seasons. Given his elite production and with DJ Giddens and Seth McGowan failing to impress to date, fantasy investors shouldn't expect a significant shift in Taylor's workload. |
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Broncos | More 1-on-1 coverage for Courtland Sutton? Mon Jul 13, 12:40 AM
Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton could benefit from more one-on-one matchups thanks to the addition of WR Jaylen Waddle, while TE Evan Engram also is in the mix to stretch defenses. 'Courtland is an elite playmaker, so anytime you have a playmaker on the other side of you, it just makes it easy,' Waddle said. 'It's someone that the defense has to be looking for, and vice versa.'
| Footballguys view: Sutton will undoubtedly remain one of Bo Nix's go-to targets, but with target competition from Waddle. While that's not ideal, Sutton, who finished as WR14 last year and WR11 the year before, has fallen to WR36, being drafted in the sixth round (75th overall). At the very least, Sutton will continue to be a major presence in the red zone and as a chain-mover on third downs for the franchise. Those have been valuable mainstays for him throughout his career and could allow him to outperform ADP this year. |
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Broncos | Evan Engram could see boost in production Mon Jul 13, 12:36 AM
Denver Broncos TE Evan Engram could be a beneficiary from the addition of WR Jaylen Waddle, helping to boost his production, as defenses key on two top-tier wideouts in Waddle and WR Courtland Sutton.
| Footballguys view: While that's possible, fantasy investors have low expectations after Engram's disappearing act last year. Look for a similar outcome this -- albeit with potentially higher efficiencies in the red zone with the addition of Waddle, creating more spacing in compressed areas. Still, as Footballguy Matt Waldman suggests, unless Engram generates 90-100 targets or 8-10 scores, we shouldn't expect a return to starting fantasy TE status in most formats. His TE35 ADP reflects that outlook. |
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Broncos | Pleased with Jaylen Waddle so far Mon Jul 13, 12:35 AM
Denver Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle has impressed head coach Sean Payton and the coaching staff since being acquired from the Miami Dolphins. 'He's someone who picks things up real quick,' Payton said in June. 'You can just feel his instincts, his quickness and his ability to not only run fast but stop fast. So, he's doing well.' Payton added that catering to each receiver's unique skill set will be critical in 2026.
| Footballguys view: Waddle has been one of the league's most explosive playmakers over the last several seasons, and his 15.0 yards per reception since 2022 are the third-most in the NFL. He also led the league with 18.1 yards per reception in 2022. QB Bo Nix believes Waddle's speed and efficiency could unlock new opportunities for Denver's offense. "There's a level of explosiveness that a guy like that adds," Nix explained. "You just can't replace speed. That's just what he brings to the table." With a WR23 APD, Waddle could be a significant value. |
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Titans | Hopeful of big jump for Gunnar Helm Mon Jul 13, 12:34 AM
Tennessee Titans TE Gunnar Helm heads into Year No. 2 in 2026 looking to work hard and keep improving. New head coach Robert Saleh likes what he has seen from Helm so far. 'Gunnar looks good, man,' Saleh said. 'He looks like a legit dude - from what he was a year ago to what he is now, especially physically. Again, once pads come on, we'll be able to decide all that, but like all these guys, hopefully they take a big jump and find a way to grab the bull by the horns and take advantage of their opps.'
| Footballguys view: Helm quietly had a respectable rookie season with 44 catches and 91.7 fantasy points while playing second fiddle behind Chig Okonkwo. Those 44 catches rank 11th among rookie tight ends over the past decade So if that isn't enough to pique your interest, Helm will be looking to cash in on the 79 targets vacated when Okonkwo signed with the Commanders. All of this explains why Helm, going as TE27 in the 17th round, is a free-square play with an intriguing range of possible outcomes. |
Cowboys | Jake Ferguson tops charts at TE in Big D Mon Jul 13, 12:23 AM
Dallas Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson is the unquestioned starter at tight end heading into the 2026 season, with TEs Luke Schoonmaker, DJ Rogers, Brevyn Spann-Ford and Princeton Fant battling for the primary backup job.
| Footballguys view: Ferguson is an overlooked fantasy asset. He set career highs in catches and touchdowns last season on the same number of targets as he had in 2023. In fact, Ferguson has handled a 17 percent target share each of the past three seasons, and he's coming off a 2025 campaign in which he ranked third among tight ends in receptions, touchdowns, and end-zone targets (10). He finished the season as TE4 overall, and his nine top-12 fantasy weeks tied for second-most at the position. He's being drafted as TE11 this year, which seems like a nice discount. |
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Colts | Indy underwhelmed by DJ Giddens Mon Jul 13, 12:12 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB DJ Giddens 'didn't develop as quickly' as the team expected during his rookie season, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: To be fair, there's not much room for development with Jonathan Taylor at the top of the depth chart. Over the past two seasons, no running back behind Taylor has managed more than 159 rushing yards in a single season (Trey Sermon in 2024). Last season, Taylor accounted for 73.1% of the Colts' rushing attempts -- the highest share of any player in the NFL. The Colts might be looking to lighten Taylor's workload this year, but don't expect a timeshare here. Giddens' fantasy value is limited. |
Colts | Seth McGowan to have a role? Mon Jul 13, 12:11 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Seth McGowan has growing 'optimism' from the coaching staff about his ability to contribute as a rookie.
| Footballguys view: According to Footballguy Sigmund Bloom, McGowan is a hard-charging back who isn't starting quality, but could supplant DJ Giddens as Jonathan Taylor's backup in Indy. Taylor investors will want to watch the battle between McGowan and Giddens closely next month before drafting one of them as insurance. |
Steelers | Kaleb Johnson's spot in jeopardy? Mon Jul 13, 12:10 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson is 'not assured' a spot on the roster and will have to prove he can contribute on special teams, according to Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
| Footballguys view: The 6-1, 224-pound Johnson still has the natural ability that made him one of college football's best running backs. He flashed it early during last year's Steelers training camp -- even if the results did not translate to preseason games. Questions lingered about his vision and pass-protection abilities, and Johnson spent most of the season in former coach Mike Tomlin's "doghouse." A new coaching staff could mean a clean slate for Johnson -- if he gets a chance to prove himself on special teams and also earn the trust of coaches with his mental game and work ethic. |
Raiders | Brock Bowers fully healthy heading into 2026 Sun Jul 12, 03:58 PM
Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers (knee) is fully healthy heading into training camp and the preseason. He was able to practice at full speed during organized team activities (OTAs) and mandatory minicamp.
| Footballguys view: Bowers dealt with a nagging knee injury for most of last season after tweaking it at the end of Week 1. He played through it early in the year with disappointing results. After a four-game rest, he returned in the second half of the season looking like his old self. But when the Raiders' season was over late, the team opted to shut him down again. Still just 23, Bowers is on the upswing. He's expected to be the team's top receiver this year, garnering consideration at the end of Round 1 in fantasy drafts. |
Broncos | Zach Allen intends to break team sack record Sun Jul 12, 03:45 PM
Denver Broncos DL Zach Allen said Sunday, July 12, he expects the team to break the all-time team sack record after falling short in 2025. The team had 68 sacks in 2025, four behind the Chicago Bears (1984) NFL record of 72. The Bears also accomplished the feat in 16 games. 'We've got a lot of good guys and that's going to create a lot of opportunities for people. We came close to the sack record last year and we fully expect to break it this year,' Allen said.
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Giants | Tyrone Tracy Jr. expected to have big role Sun Jul 12, 03:26 PM
New York Giants RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. is expected to have a sizable role in the backfield. While RB Cam Skattebo is expected to see slightly more than half of the carries, Tracy is valuable not only in the run game, but for his hands. In terms of all-purpose yardage, he has two 1,000-yard seasons in his first two NFL seasons. He is also expected to be in the mix for work on kickoff returns.
| Footballguys view: Tracy was a receiver in college, and that skill set has translated well to his early NFL career. Skattebo is also a great receiver, giving this backfield some promising young depth. Skattebo is still recovering from a season-ending ankle injury, putting Tracy in line for what could be extra early-season work. He's falling into the double-digit fantasy rounds, providing a bit of stand-alone value and contingent upside in the event of an injury to Skattebo. |
Dolphins | Anthony Hankerson competing for role Sun Jul 12, 02:38 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Anthony Hankerson, who played his school football in the competitive South Florida area, is a candidate for the practice squad. He is battling RBs Donovan Edwards and Carlos Washington Jr. on the depth chart behind veteran RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright.
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Miami Dolphins RB Carlos Washington Jr. has some special teams experience in the NFL, but he is expected to be a practice squad candidate behind RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright. RB Donovan Edwards is another player expected to be a practice squad guy.
Link to story Dolphins | Donovan Edwards is practice squad candidate Sun Jul 12, 02:32 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Donovan Edwards was signed in January after spending most of the year in 2025 on the Washington Commanders practice squad. As long as RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright remain healthy, Edwards is expected to be a practice squad candidate in South Florida, too.
Link to story Bills | Maxwell Hairston looking for bounce back Sun Jul 12, 02:23 PM
Buffalo Bills CB Maxwell Hairston (knee) missed six games due to a knee injury coming out of training camp in his rookie season in 2025. He played 11 regular-season games, rotating with CB Tre'Davious White, posting two interceptions and 18 tackles with five passes defensed. 'I can't wait to see him on the field when the fall hits and camp hits and getting into the season,' cornerbacks coach Jay Valai said. 'You talk about somebody with tremendous upside and a high level of want-to. He's very intentional with everything he does. A lot of people have intent, but he's intentional at the doing aspect of it.'
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Saints | Erik McCoy looking to stay healthy Sun Jul 12, 01:56 PM
New Orleans Saints C Erik McCoy has missed 20 games across the past two seasons due to various injuries. 'S--- happens,' McCoy said. He has missed 10 games in each of the past two seasons, dealing with groin and elbow injuries in 2024, and a torn biceps in 2025. He played all 17 games in 2023, and he was a Pro Bowl pick. He is penciled in to start at center again in 2026, and he hopes to stay healthy to be part of one of the better offensive lines the team has had in years, according to beat writer Luke Johnson.
Link to story Broncos | Enyi Uwazurike has opportunity to start Sun Jul 12, 01:40 PM
Denver Broncos DT Eyioma Uwazurike has a chance to start, with DT John Franklin-Myers moving on to the Tennessee Titans in free agency. 'He's doing well, practicing well. He has his weight right where it needs to be,' head coach Sean Payton said. 'He's one of those guys [who] I think he is competing for more time.' Uwazurike is battling DTs Sai'vion Jones and Tyler Onyedim for more playing time heading into training camp and the preseason, and somebody will emerge as the starter.
Link to story Texans | Woody Marks working on route tree Sun Jul 12, 01:27 PM
Houston Texans RB Woody Marks has been working on learning the route tree, as it is anticipated that he will have a larger role in the passing game behind RB David Montgomery. 'He's going to get lots of opportunities. Last year we brought him along slower, which was good to help him kind of learn the game. And once he learned the game, he played a lot faster,' running backs coach and assistant head coach Danny Barrett said. 'And you can see him now playing even faster. So, his role is going to pick up some third downs, special teams. He's a kickoff return guy. But, more importantly, probably in the passing game as well.'
| Footballguys view: Marks was a solid receiver in college, leading all NCAA running backs in 2021 with a ludicrous 83 receptions. He saw his workload expand late last year as a rookie, as Nick Chubb's efficiency became a concern. The Texans brought in Montgomery to be the RB1 this year, but Marks could find a role on passing downs. It's worth noting that Montgomery is no slouch of a receiver, pacing for over 50 targets per season with the Bears. However, Marks could find a consistent receiving role this season, although meaingful upside would likely require Montgomery to miss some time. |
Titans | Tyjae Spears to be key contributor on offense Sun Jul 12, 11:48 AM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears will have an important role in the offense this season, according to head coach Robert Saleh, who added that he is a solid performer in passing-down situations.
| Footballguys view: Spears' talent has been undeniable since his days at Tulane. He's explosive and bouncy, showing utility as both a rusher and receiver. The issues have been his health and availability. Spears tore his ACL twice in college, and it became public knowledge through the pre-draft process that he had no ACL in his right knee. After a promising rookie season, Spears' workload was ramped up, and injuries followed. A new coaching staff could expand his role. Spears' skill set with increased volume could quickly put him on the fantasy radar. He's worth targeting in drafts if there's a steady drumbeat throughout camp, but Spears carries an obvious injury-related red flag. |
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Packers | Isaiah McDuffie receives extension Sun Jul 12, 11:22 AM
Green Bay Packers LB Isaiah McDuffie received a one-year, $4.85 million contract extension for the 2027 season. The deal includes a $1.5 million guaranteed signing bonus and a 2027 base salary of $2.9 million. If McDuffie is on the roster on the third day of the 2027 league year, he will also earn a $750,000 roster bonus. McDuffie is eligible to receive up to $600,000 in 2027 per-game roster bonuses and a $100,000 workout bonus as well.
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49ers | Trent Taylor retires Sun Jul 12, 11:15 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Trent Taylor announced his retirement Saturday, July 11.
| Footballguys view: As far as Day 3 picks go, Taylor had a long career, getting drafted in 2017 and playing through 2024. After spotty use as a receiver to start his career, Taylor carved out a role as a special-teams player. He's been mostly uninvolved on offense since his rookie season, meaning his retirement has no impact on fantasy football. |
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