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Cowboys | CeeDee Lamb dealt with drops Wed Jul 15, 09:52 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb's eight drops were tied for the second most in the NFL last season.
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Lions | Impressive streak for Amon-Ra St. Brown Wed Jul 15, 09:15 PM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is the only player with at least 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdown catches in each of the past three seasons.
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Rams | Puka Nacua no stranger to big games Wed Jul 15, 09:02 PM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua's eight games with at least 150 receiving yards are tied for the most by a player in their first three NFL seasons.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase the best at big plays Wed Jul 15, 07:59 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase's 19 touchdowns of 40-plus yards since 2021 are six more than any other player during than span.
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Saints | Tyler Shough working out with teammates Wed Jul 15, 06:11 PM
New Orleans Saints QB Tyler Shough is working out with several of his offensive teammates this week in San Diego.
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Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens will play on his one-year tender offer after the deadline for a long-term contract for tagged players passed Wednesday, July 15.
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Commanders | WAS unlikely to consider Keenan Allen Wed Jul 15, 05:19 PM
Free-agent WR Keenan Allen (Chargers) does not appear to be a target for the Washington Commanders, according to ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler.
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Jaguars | Travis Hunter bulks up Wed Jul 15, 04:47 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter said he added muscle during the offseason but would not specify how much bigger he is entering training camp.
| Footballguys view: Pictures from the Jaguars' media circulated yesterday showing Hunter looking noticeably larger than last year, and many social media accounts were quick to point out the difference. Hunter, who many knocked for his slight frame coming into the league, confirmed what our eyes showed us. After a season-ending LCL injury, bulking up could help his long-term durability. Just as it was last offseason, the conversation around Hunter is focused on his projected role, where fantasy managers aren't sure how much he'll play on offense. He's falling deep into drafts, going off the board as the WR62. He might be frustrating in managed leagues, but his play-making ability and big-play upside make him a tantalizing late pick in best ball drafts. |
Saints | Alvin Kamara working on new deal Wed Jul 15, 04:17 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara is working with the Saints to agree on a new contract.
| Footballguys view: Kamara has been very blunt about his desire to remain a Saint. When trade rumors started swirling around the deadline last year, Kamara joked publicly by saying, "Then I'm going to go drink a piña colada somewhere," alluding to a retirement. The Saints spent big on Travis Etienne Jr. in free agency this offseason, and he's expected to be the lead back. Kamara is entering his age-31 season, but still looked like he had some juice in the tank last year before injuries ended his season. At worst, Kamara could have some stand-alone value as a pass-catching specialist. At best, his contingent upside in the event of an Etienne injury could make him one of this year's best picks. He's currently being drafted as the RB49, a very cheap cost for a former superstar approaching the twilight of his career. |
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Bills | Skyler Bell could earn early role Wed Jul 15, 04:09 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Skyler Bell has a chance to move in front of WR Joshua Palmer and WR Keon Coleman on the depth chart if he has a strong preseason, in the opinion of BillsWire's Justin DiLoro.
| Footballguys view: It's easy to speculate about Day 3 rookies climbing the depth chart during the slow part of the offseason. More often than not, however, those hype trains derail once camp opens. Bell is a good receiver, cut from the same cloth as DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir. He's a dynamic mover who is aggressive at the catch point and with the ball in his hands. Coleman and Palmer have both been disappointing in Buffalo, which could make Bell worth a look in deep leagues. He's a name to know and watch in training camp, but there are probably better bets to make in the final rounds of fantasy drafts until he starts getting legitimate buzz when pads are on. |
Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes remains steadfast on playing Week 1 Wed Jul 15, 03:16 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) still has the 'goal' of playing in Week 1 against the Denver Broncos.
| Footballguys view: Reports about Mahomes' recovery have been positive all offseason, and he was practicing at OTAs, albeit in a bulky knee brace. He's been renowned for his conditioning since coming into the league, so it makes sense that he's ahead of schedule. For fantasy purposes, the big question is how this recovery could impact his rushing. He rushed for a career-best 30.1 yards per game last year, contributing to his per-game QB2 fantasy finish. The supporting cast around him is arguably the worst of his career, and limited rushing could cap his floor and ceiling. Mahomes is being drafted as QB14 right now, a fair cost given his wide range of outcomes. |
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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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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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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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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 | 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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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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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. |
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.
Link to story Dolphins | Carlos Washington Jr. well down depth chart Sun Jul 12, 02:35 PM
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.
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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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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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Dolphins | De'Von Achane on record pace Sun Jul 12, 08:29 AM
Miami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane's 5.62 yard per carry for his career is the best mark of any running back in NFL history with a minimum of 500 carries.
| Footballguys view: Achane has been historically efficient since his rookie season. As his workload has grown, his efficiency has cooled off slightly, but he is still among the elite. His game-breaking quickness consistently turns minute gains into chunk plays. 2026 is set to be the biggest challenge of his career, where he will be the lone weapon with Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and Tua Tagovailoa all gone. The uncertainty about his outlook has him falling into Round 2, where his range of outcomes is vast. |
Ravens | Derrick Henry still explosive Sun Jul 12, 08:05 AM
Baltimore Ravens RB Derrick Henry's 17 runs of 20-plus yards last season led the NFL and were four more than any other player.
| Footballguys view: Henry's game has always involved wearing down defenses and breaking off big runs late. Ten of those 17 runs of 20-plus yards from last season came in the second half of games. Henry is getting up there in age, heading into his age-32 season. Still, he's shown no signs of wearing down. His advanced age is baked into his fantasy cost, where he's typically going between Rounds 2 and 3. |
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Patriots | Hunter Henry a reliable option for NE Sat Jul 11, 03:29 PM
New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry has posted at least 40 receptions in each of his last five seasons and has played in 81 of the 85 games since joining the Patriots.
| Footballguys view: Henry has been incredibly steady since joining the Patriots. While he probably doesn't possess the upside to be an elite TE1, his reliability and usage make him a decent target late in drafts. At worst, you're getting a player who can score a touchdown on any given week. At best, Henry can fill your tight end slot while you wait for this year's waiver wire surprise. |
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Commanders | WAS could have committee at No. 2 receiver Sat Jul 11, 01:57 PM
Washington Commanders WRs Luke McCaffrey, Jaylin Lane and Treylon Burks are expected to be candidates for the No. 2 wide receiver job during training camp, but the team may use a committee at the position this upcoming season, in the opinion of Commanders.com's Zach Selby.
| Footballguys view: Terry McLaurin is the obvious top receiver here, but the lack of a clear WR2 could make Chig Okonkwo an interesting sleeper to target at tight end. Okonkwo has elite speed and has proven capable as a receiver. He's expected to get some of the manufactured touches vacated by Deebo Samuel. And as far as the WR2 battle goes, rookie Antonio Williams is another name to watch throughout camp. |
Colts | Daniel Jones a full go for camp Sat Jul 11, 12:46 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) said he is 'cleared to do everything' as he rehabs from a torn Achilles. 'I think it's just about, at this point, sharpening that,' Jones said.
| Footballguys view: Jones participated in 7-on-7 drills during OTAs, and all signs pointed to a return at the start of camp. Jones' rushing upside is valuable in fantasy, especially near the end zone. If he's limited at all early in the season, that would be a slight ding to his value and a boost to Jonathan Taylor's. But with Jones expected back, draft the Colts' pass catchers with confidence. |
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Lions | Sam LaPorta dangerous after the catch Sat Jul 11, 12:45 AM
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta led all tight ends last season with 6.9 yards after the catch per reception.
| Footballguys view: LaPorta was limited by a back injury last year, which ended his season early. However, he was still extremely efficient with his opportunities. Last year, Drew Petzing aided Trey McBride to an elite season in Arizona. Petzing will now take over as the Lions' offensive coordinator, potentially signaling an increased role for the young tight end. |
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