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Dolphins | Jaylen Waddle focused on improving Fri Jul 11, 08:53 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle said he spent the offseason working on his hand-eye coordination and on developing more chemistry with QB Tua Tagovailoa.
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Chiefs | Xavier Worthy uncertain about return role Fri Jul 11, 04:23 PM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy does not know if he will be used as a punt returner this season but believes he can have success in the role if asked.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin has been talking with coach Fri Jul 11, 10:45 AM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin has been talking with head coach Dan Quinn this offseason even though he skipped offseason workouts and the mandatory minicamp, according to Bleacher Report's James Palmer.
| Footballguys view: Palmer said McLaurin is not believed to be looking to reset the receiver market. This is a good sign, and deals tend to get done at deadlines. McLaurin is entering the final year of a three-year extension he signed in 2022, and he's on the books with a $25.5MM cap hit (and $14MM in dead money). Reports suggest McLaurin may be seeking a contract that pays him around $30MM annually. Training camp for the Commanders begins on July 22. |
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Jaguars | Odds stacked against Travis Hunter being full-time player? Fri Jul 11, 10:45 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter 'may be that special guy that we have never seen before ... but there is so much detail in (the Jacksonville) offense that he has to learn,' according to long-time NFL analyst Greg Cosell.'Liam Coen's offense, assuming he's a wide receiver first, which apparently he is, there is a ton of motion, there's a ton of formations, he's got to learn all of that. So, again, he may be that special guy that we've never seen before. I'm not going to sit here and say he can't do it, but there is so much detail in that offense that he has to learn. He can't sit in two meetings at the same time,' Cosell said recently on The Ross Tucker Podcast.
| Footballguys view: Cosell is essentially saying what everyone else does; Hunter is a special player, but it's a lot to ask for anyone to play full time on both sides of the ball. He was able to do that at Colorado, but the NFL is a more intense game. We assume Hunter will be primarily used on offense as a rookie, and as the Jaguars no.2 receiver, he's got flex appeal for Fantasy GMs. |
49ers | Brandon Aiyuk ahead of schedule Fri Jul 11, 09:14 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk (knee) could be ahead of schedule in his rehab, and there's a small chance he could be ready for Week 1, according to team insider Matt Maiocco on KNBR 680. 'I hear he's doing really well,'I hear that the knee is even ahead of schedule,' Maiocco said. 'Also, from what I understand, is it's not out of the question that he could be ready Week 1. I think the feeling inside the organization has always been don't take any chances, start him off on PUP when they report to training camp July 22, and then more than likely, just have that carry over into the regular season.'
| Footballguys view: We should see Aiyuk begin training camp on the PUP list, which gives the team the option to begin Aiyuk on the PUP list to begin the regular season. The veteran receiver is working his way back from the torn ACL and MCL he suffered in Week 7 last season. He's unlikely to look like himself until the midway point of the 2025 regular season - at the earliest. Aiyuk has a current ADP of WR47. |
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Falcons | Nick Nash could struggle to make final roster Thu Jul 10, 02:39 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Nick Nash could be on the outside looking in when final cuts are announced later this summer since the Falcons appear to be in 'a pretty good spot in regards to their receiver room,' according to Tori McElhaney of the team's website.
| Footballguys view: A converted quarterback at San Jose State, Nash was almost exclusively a slot receiver for San Jose State. The Falcons added him as a UDFA, and he's a long shot to make the 53-man roster. However, his size/nose for the end zone combination coupled with his high football intelligence means a spot on the practice squad could be in his future. In crazy deep dynasty formats, we'll monitor Nash's career. |
49ers | Demarcus Robinson pleads no contest Thu Jul 10, 11:58 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Demarcus Robinson pleaded no contest to misdemeanor DUI charge and was sentenced to three years' probation. He also was ordered to pay a $390 fine and to complete court-mandated programs, including a three-month alcohol education program, according to multiple media outlets that cited court records.
| Footballguys view: Now that the legal process has concluded, Robinson needs to wait and see if the NFL suspends him. 49ers GM John Lynch said the team knew that Robinson could draw a suspension for his DUI arrest when they signed him. Some reporters believe Robinson could be suspended early in the season. If that's the case, the 49ers (with Brandon Aiyuk recovering from his ACL injury) could be using Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall quite a bit at the beginning of the season. |
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Rams | Davante Adams has been working with QB Thu Jul 10, 10:43 AM
Los Angeles Rams WR Davante Adams said he has put in a lot of work with QB Matthew Stafford this offseason. 'Quite a bit. We got right to it. Had a really productive offseason,' Adams said. 'I've worked probably some of the hardest I've worked, just feeling really rejuvenated and ready to go win some games.'
| Footballguys view: Stafford and Adams should be a fine combination for the Rams. The defense should be paying a lot of attention to Puka Nacua, and Adams should be able to take advantage of that coverage. Adams has a current ADP of WR19, and in this offense he could outperform that draft position. |
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Lions | Jameson Williams a deep threat in 2024 Wed Jul 9, 02:59 PM
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams caught five passes of at least 50 yards during the 2024 season, which was tied for the NFL lead in that category. He also ranked second in the NFL by averaging 17.3 yards per reception.
| Footballguys view: This should be even more on display in 2025 with new OC John Morton. We'll see the Lions as a deep-striking team with Morton calling the shots, and that's good news for a guy like Williams. He's entering the fourth year of his rookie contract, ahead of his fifth-year option, and there are rumblings that he could be on the trade block before his deal is up. Another productive year for Williams in one of the league's best offenses could help increase his trade value. Stay tuned. |
Lions | Amon-Ra St. Brown has been consistent Wed Jul 9, 02:16 PM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown has caught at least five passes in 49 regular season games through his first four seasons in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: St. Brown is one of the best in the game, and he's a darling in the fantasy community. Consistency is the name of his game, and that's why he's drafted in the first round near the turn. Currently, St. Brown has an ADP of WR6 and he could once again be a top-5 fantasy receiver when all is said and done. |
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Dolphins | Nick Westbrook-Ikhine hopes to bring new dimension Wed Jul 9, 12:56 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine is expected to give the offense something it has not had in recent years: a big-bodied receiver who can help the offense improve last year's 56.6% touchdown rate in the red zone.'He's going to be extremely reliable. I think ultimately if you talk to the guys that knew him in Tennessee and our exposure so far has been consistent work ethic. I think that's ultimately where he puts himself in position to be successful is because he really is a student of the process, making sure he's on the little things so, therefore, on Sundays he can be reliable for the quarterback and really the rest of the offense,' Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith said.
| Footballguys view: Westbrook-Ikhine brings another downfield threat to the Dolphins offense, and that's why they signed him to a two-year deal earlier this year. He's coming off a career-high nine receiving touchdowns, but the Dolphins offense is significantly more exciting than the Titans were last year. That means Westbrook-Ikhine could be a nice boom-bust play for Fantasy GMs with weekly 'what the heck' flex appeal. |
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Titans | Cam Ward thrilled to have Calvin Ridley on his side Wed Jul 9, 11:44 AM
Tennessee Titans WR Calvin Ridley moves and cuts in a way that rookie QB Cam Ward has never seen any receiver move and cut before.'(Ridley is) different. How he moves, everything. Now that I see what a receiver is supposed to be like, that's why I'm glad that Eli (Elic Ayomanor), Chim (Chimere Dike), Strep (Xavier Restrepo), Bryce (Oliver), all the guys in that room, I'm glad they got him because I ain't never threw to no receiver like him, who move like him, can cut like him ... he ain't selfish either. He wants the rookies, all of us, to do better than him because he's gonna end up getting his one-on-ones,' Ward said recently.Ridley's career has become a bit of an odyssey in recently, most of which is through no fault of his own. The primary thing that held him back last year was lackluster quarterback play. In 2023, he was forced into more of an X role due to injuries when his skill set is a better fit as a 'Z.' He missed 2022 due to a gambling suspension and only played five games the season before, making his 90-1,374-9 season in 2020 a bit of a distant memory. With Ward expected to raise the level of quarterback play in Tennessee, Ridley could easily be a top-20 receiver in fantasy this season.
| Footballguys view: Ward is an exciting quarterback, and the no.1 overall pick is going to be fun to watch - even through the learning curve that will be his rookie season. Finding his favorite targets in training camp and the preseason could benefit Fantasy GMs out there, especially because some will overlook the Titans passing game. The Titans could be hot-and-cold this year, depending on Ward's progress as a rookie, so if you want to take that ride, then Ridley could pay off in those hot weeks. |
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Broncos | Marvin Mims the likely No. 2 receiver in Denver? Tue Jul 8, 02:20 PM
Denver Broncos WR Marvin Mims 'looks like the best candidate' to be the team's No. 2 receiver in 2025, according to Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post.
| Footballguys view: Mims made an instant impact on special teams as a rookie, earning a Pro Bowl berth and second-team All-Pro selection as a returner in 2023. He did not have a large role on offense, but that changed during his second season. The 23-year-old speedster ended last season with 545 yards from scrimmage and six touchdowns (a significant increase from his one offensive touchdown in 2023). He has emerged as an all-around weapon for Denver, and Mims continues to trend up going into Year 3. Mims is being drafted as WR61 in Round 13 this year. |
Lions | Amon-Ra St. Brown very capable of winning out wide Mon Jul 7, 03:01 PM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown ran 240 routes from the slot with 39 receptions (on 56 targets) for 441 yards and five touchdowns in 2024. However, he ran 252 routes out wide, which led to 67 receptions (on 75 targets) for 740 yards and five touchdowns.
| Footballguys view: It's no surprise to learn that he's winning in all areas of the field. Last year, St. Brown, who has three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons under his belt, joined Larry Fitzgerald as the only wide receivers in NFL History to have multiple seasons with 100-plus catches, 1,000-plus receiving yards, and 10-plus touchdowns in their first four years in the league. Even with a new playcaller, John Morton, taking over for Ben Johnson, St. Brown is being drafted in the elite tier, going as WR6 overall in Round 1. |
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin still frustrated Mon Jul 7, 12:46 AM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin is 'not happy with where things are with an extension,' according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com's Mike Florio noted, that's obvious, given that he boycotted the entire offseason program -- voluntary and mandatory. The real question is whether McLaurin will hold out if he doesn't get what he wants before camp starts. McLaurin has five straight 1,000-yard seasons. Last year, he finished with 82 catches for 1,096 yards and 13 touchdowns and became one of Jayden Daniels' favorite targets. Even though he turns 30 on September 15, it seems likely the Commanders will get something done here. We'll continue to monitor. |
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Bengals | Jermaine Burton rebounding nicely Mon Jul 7, 12:43 AM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Jermaine Burton has 'rebounded nicely' this offseason, in the opinion of Bengals Wire's Chris Roling.
| Footballguys view: ESPN.com's Ben Baby reports the same, noting that Burton showed up with a new look and approach to the pro game. "This offseason, Burton has made all the right moves," Baby wrote. "He was attentive and engaged throughout the spring workouts. He earned praise from every person who was asked about him." Baby also reminded readers that Burton has the tools to become a big-play option in special situations. We'll see if that strong offseason can carry over into training camp. |
Jaguars | Coach excited about Dyami Brown Sun Jul 6, 02:08 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said he is excited that WR Dyami Brown is on the roster because he can be productive in all types of routes in the passing game. 'You look at somebody that's able to attack the field at all three levels,' Coen said. 'He can go down the field on the post, in the go, in the pylons and be the top shelf, but also you can throw him a screen and he can go and do something with it. I can't coach that. I can't coach you to go and make three people miss after you've caught the ball. ... That's what he can do.'
| Footballguys view: This has been a consistent yet somewhat under-the-radar drum beat this offseason. The team is excited about Brown in this dynamic offense, and that means Fantasy GMs can look to Brown as a late-round flier. His 'easy speed' means Brown could take the top off the defense while Brian Thomas and Travis Hunter get plenty of targets. If Brown plays up to his potential, and this offense performs like it could, Brown is a 'what the heck' flex. |
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Bears | Unenviable distinction for Rome Odunze Sun Jul 6, 12:41 PM
Chicago Bears WR Rome Odunze's three receiving touchdowns were the fewest in the NFL among players who received at least 13 end zone targets in 2024.
| Footballguys view: Odunze, and really the whole Bears pass offense this year, is a riddle for fantasy drafts. He and Caleb Williams had one of the most inefficient connections in the league last year, but offensive whiz Ben Johnson chose this head coaching staff and knew Williams would be his quarterback, so he must like the potential of the 2024 #1 overall pick. Odunze has also gotten a lot of early praise from Johnson, so he could emerge as the #1 in a passing game stocked with weapons. Odunze costs basically the same as he did last year in drafts, which shows optimism, since he and the Bears pass offense was such a disappointment last year. |
Texans | C.J. Stroud comfortable with Christian Kirk Sun Jul 6, 12:41 PM
Houston Texans WR Christian Kirk looked like a 'safety blanket' for QB C.J. Stroud during minicamp, according to DJ Bien-Aime II of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: Kirk has been a forgotten man even though the Texans are paying him over $15 million to play for this year. He was going to be released, but the team was willing to give a seventh round pick for him. Second round pick Jayden Higgins has been the talk of OTAs, but Kirk could easily reproduce Stefon Diggs pre-injury numbers last year, but he's a lot cheaper than Diggs was in 2024 drafts. The Texans offense could be improved after they made a lot of changes on the coaching staff in the offense, but they also traded away their best offensive lineman when they sent Laremy Tunsil to Washington in the offseason. |
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Giants | Malik Nabers productive in final quarter Sun Jul 6, 12:41 PM
New York Giants WR Malik Nabers caught 39 passes for 472 yards and three touchdowns during the fourth quarter of games during the 2024 season.
| Footballguys view: It's not clear if going from Drew Lock to Russell Wilson will be an upgrade for Nabers, but we shouldn't be surprised if Nabers transcends his quarterback play again this year. You'll need to take him in the mid first round if you want him this year. |
Jaguars | Brian Thomas outstanding in December Sun Jul 6, 12:41 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. caught 38 passes for 490 yards and five touchdowns in December during the 2024 season.
| Footballguys view: With Mac Jones at quarterback and a lame duck coaching staff, may we add. Thomas could and should be even better with Trevor Lawrence throwing to him and Liam Coen calling the shots. He's available in the second half of the first round, which might seem like a value in hindsight. |
Broncos | Marvin Mims gaining confidence Sun Jul 6, 12:41 PM
Denver Broncos WR Marvin Mims has been gaining confidence since he became more involved in the offense last season, according to offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi. Mims may receive more playing time on offense this upcoming season and will still be used as a returner.
| Footballguys view: Mims came on at the end of the season and could be a breakout player this season. The Broncos wide receiver group is deep and varied, so Mims is the most valuable in a best ball league where inconsistency isn't as damaging to your weekly outcome. We'll be listening and watching to see if Mims is taking big steps forward in his third training camp as he competes with Troy Franklin, Devaughn Vele, and third round pick Pat Bryant for targets. |
NFL | Chase Claypool completely healthy Sun Jul 6, 10:06 AM
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Chase Claypool (Bills) said in a post on his Instagram account that he is fully healthy after spending the last year rehabbing from a torn ligament and tendon in the second toe on his left foot.
| Footballguys view: Claypool is sending the message via social networking that he's ready to play, and we're sure his agent is working the phones behind the scenes. If the veteran receiver is going to find a team, it's likely during training camp or the preseason if/when someone gets hurt. His size/speed combination should get him some interest now that he's healthy, but a move doesn't seem imminent. |
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Panthers | Hunter Renfrow getting back into playing shape Sun Jul 6, 09:23 AM
After taking a year off from football, Carolina Panthers WR Hunter Renfrow said that he is still getting into playing shape but is pleased with how his body has responded to football movements through offseason workouts. Renfrow had battled the autoimmune condition ulcerative colitis, which caused severe bouts of fatigue and led to him dropping down to 150 pounds. 'I struggled my last two (seasons) with the Raiders and last year just struggled with fatigue but this is by far the best I've felt since 2021,' he said.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers have an interesting group of receivers at the top of the depth chart in Tetairoa McMillan, Adam Thielen, and Xavier Leggette. Renfrow is working for a spot on the depth chart behind those three. He'll compete against guys like sixth-round pick Jimmy Horn Jr and 2024 UDFA Jalen Coker to establish a pecking order. A Pro Bowler in 2021, Renfrow is just trying to stick in a more-talented-than-some-think room in Carolina. |
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NFL | Chase Claypool details injury Sat Jul 5, 11:25 AM
Free-agent WR Chase Claypool (Bills) said he has spent the last year rehabbing from the toe injury that he suffered last August. 'I tore a ligament and a tendon in my second toe and have been rehabbing, working out, and recovering every day for the past year,' Claypool said.
| Footballguys view: Claypool was released in mid-August last year with an injury settlement. Now, he's working to be in the best shape of his life....kind of the standard news you get in this type of situation with a veteran trying to return after a missed year due to injury. After 121 catches in his first two pro seasons (2020, 2021), Claypool only has 54 catches over the next three years with a few different teams. His size/speed combination might earn a look from a team who gets desperate at the wide receiver position. |
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Jaguars | Travis Hunter to do two-way practices at camp Sat Jul 5, 10:40 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter will see reps at wide receiver and cornerback during the same padded practices at training camp, according to chief football strategy officer Tony Khan, who made a recent appearance on The Rich Eisen Show. During spring practices, Hunter had worked exclusively on one side of the ball on any given day.
| Footballguys view: Hunter wants to play full time on both sides of the ball, but he's likely to be primarily a wide receiver. He's a unicorn type of prospect, so Hunter might be able to log more defensive snaps than some think. Hunter has speed, concentration, and body control as a receiver. Opposite Brian Thomas, Hunter should be able to take advantage of coverage. He's a WR3 for Fantasy GMs with plenty of flex appeal. |
Steelers | PIT still searching for receiving help? Sat Jul 5, 10:08 AM
The Pittsburgh Steelers remain open to acquiring another wide receiver this offseason to start alongside WR DK Metcalf, according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if the Steelers are able to find someone else for QB Aaron Rodgers to throw to...and perhaps a former teammate of Rodgers. This offseason, Rodgers is holding private workouts with teammates like Metcalf, Calvin Austin, Roman Wilson, Scotty Miller, and Ben Skowronek and TE Pat Freiermuth. At this time, Metcalf, Friermuth, and newly acquired TE Jonnu Smith should be the top targets for Rodgers. |
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Patriots | DeMario Douglas may see time at multiple spots Sat Jul 5, 09:26 AM
New England Patriots WR DeMario Douglas could see playing time at multiple spots around the formation this season, according to head coach Mike Vrabel, who added that he has been impressed with his attitude during practices.
| Footballguys view: Douglas is a player we like calling '7-11' because he's always open. It doesn't matter where he lines up, Douglas has the quickness to create space against cornerbacks. Stefon Diggs might take up a lot of slot snaps this year, meaning Douglas might be lining up outside to attack defenses. Douglas has a current ADP of WR72, so that means he's a player to keep on waiver wire speed dial in case he hits. |
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Panthers | Adam Thielen a big believer of Tetairoa McMillan Fri Jul 4, 03:01 PM
Carolina Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan's 'natural ability to understand the game ... has really stuck to me,' according to teammate Adam Thielen.'Mentally, his natural ability to understand the game ... I haven't been around too many guys that it just comes so easily to them this early ... the playbook, the little intricacies, the game within the game. That has really stuck out to me. The same thing on the field, physically, everything just comes very natural to him. He doesn't have to force anything or do anything that's kind of out of his comfort zone because it just comes so naturally to him. That's going to help him have a lot of success. And on top of that, he's a great human being. So those things created together usually lead to a long career,' Thielen recently told PFSN.
| Footballguys view: McMillan was arguably the best receiver in this class, so it's not a surprise to hear a veteran like Thielen praise the rookie's skill set. There's a dash of Mike Evans to McMillan's game, and he should greatly help the Panthers passing game and the continued development of QB Bryce Young. |
Lions | Amon-Ra St. Brown tore up zone coverage last season Fri Jul 4, 02:20 PM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown was one of only two receivers in the league to draw at least 100 targets against zone coverage in 2024 - Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson was the other - and finished with 91 catches on 107 targets for 1,048 yards (second most in the league) and 51 first downs. St. Brown led the league in targets, catches and first downs against zone for the second straight season while tying for the fourth-best zone catch rate (85.0%), according to Pro Football Focus.
| Footballguys view: St. Brown is tough to cover no matter if defenses use zone or man against him. He's caught over 100 passes each of the last three seasons, and we're projecting him to go over the century mark again in 2025. St. Brown's current ADP is WR6, and Fantasy GMs are taking him around the turn between the first and second round. |
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Vikings | Tai Felton to have limited role? Fri Jul 4, 10:08 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Tai Felton's rookie season will be 'spent mostly on special teams,' according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.
| Footballguys view: Jalen Nailor the third wide receiver and he has been very productive in the role as a downfield target with deep speed. The Vikings were probably looking ahead to Nailor hitting free agency next year and likely getting a deal from a team that they aren't willing to pay with wide receiver salaries going up at a higher rate than other positions lately. Felton will get a chance to be the third receiver behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, but probably not until next season. |
Raiders | Two rookie WRs should have early roles Fri Jul 4, 10:08 AM
Las Vegas Raiders WR Jack Bech and WR Dont'e Thornton Jr. likely will have roles in the passing game during their rookie seasons since the Raiders did not make any big moves at the position during the offseason, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Ryan McFadden.
| Footballguys view: Thornton appears to be ahead of Bech because of his impressive OTA performance that highlighted his rare size/speed combination. Tre Tucker will battle Thornton for a starting role on the outside, while Bech is better suited in the slot. Jakobi Meyers can play both inside and outside and Brock Bowers will line up at wide receiver at times, so there's a lot to sort out here. In any event, the draft picks will improve the passing game and the running game, as both are spirited downfield blockers. |
Vikings | Myles Price could return kicks Thu Jul 3, 09:26 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Myles Price will have a chance to return kicks and punts during training camp and the preseason, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.
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Ravens | DeAndre Hopkins brings new element Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR DeAndre Hopkins believes he could be the 'piece that's been missing' from the offense, and QB Lamar Jackson said he can already tell that Hopkins is a different type of receiver.
| Footballguys view: It's good that Hopkins believes that, but he's simply not the player he used to be anymore. Perhaps he's found a fountain of youth in Baltimore, but the Chiefs phased him out of their offense last year after they traded for him. Projecting him for 30 or so catches this year seems appropriate...and that makes him a player Fantasy GMs will be leaving on the waiver wire. |
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Saints | QBs working out with receivers Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
New Orleans Saints QBs Tyler Shough, Jake Haener and Hunter Dekkers worked out with WR Chris Olave, WR Rashid Shaheed, WR Brandin Cooks and other pass catchers earlier this week. QB Spencer Rattler did not attend because of a previous commitment, but Cooks said he worked out with Rattler earlier in the offseason and another throwing session is expected before training camp.
| Footballguys view: The Saints have a bad quarterback situation, and that could hold back the numbers of the passing game in 2025. Shough, the rookie who played in college for seven years, is in line to be the starter but offers limited upside. The best player from the Saints passing game (Olave) is going off the board at WR35 due to the question marks about any of the Saints quarterbacks (and his injury concerns). |
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Lions | Jameson Williams made big plays in 2024 Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams caught only one of his seven touchdowns inside the red zone during the 2024 season. He caught four of his touchdowns from the team's own side of the 50-yard line.
| Footballguys view: Williams can do even more this season if he continues to develop. Fantasy GMs see him as a WR2 with upside, and he's got a current ADP of WR24. Lions HC Dan Campbell named Williams as a player who stood out this spring. |
Vikings | Jalen Nailor in peak condition Thu Jul 3, 01:45 AM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jalen Nailor came to OTAs 'in the best shape of his life,' per The Athletic's Chad Graff, who affirms that Nailor will be the team's No. 3 receiver as he enters a contract year.
| Footballguys view: He's a depth piece for Fantasy GMs as the no.3 receiver for the Vikings. Last year, Nailor caught 28 passes for 414 yards and six touchdowns. In this year's training camp and preseason, we want to see what kind of chemistry Nailor (and the rest of the Vikings receivers) has with QB JJ McCarthy. |
Browns | Cedric Tillman still ascending? Thu Jul 3, 12:54 AM
Cleveland Browns WR Cedric Tillman is viewed internally as an 'ascending player,' according to Zac Jackson of The Athletic, who notes that Tillman offers 'size that no one else in the receiving group has.' Jackson adds that while WR Jerry Jeudy is the team's undisputed No. 1 receiver, Tillman should have a 'full-time role' this season as a complement to Jeudy.
| Footballguys view: Tillman was sidelined during mandatory minicamp with what is believed to be a minor injury. If healthy, he's going to have a role on this offense as the starter opposite of Jeudy. However, the Browns quarterback situation is up in the air (and may not be that great even if one of the four options emerges) and that holds back the potential of the passing attack. Tillman is a WR6 for Fantasy GMs, and we like projecting him for around 40 catches in 2025. |
Broncos | Marvin Mims working with the first team Thu Jul 3, 12:07 AM
Denver Broncos WR Marvin Mims worked as one of the starting receivers during the offseason alongside WRs Courtland Sutton and Troy Franklin, per ESPN's Jeff Legwold, though what role he ends up in when the regular season starts 'remains to be seen.' Legwold adds the competition will be 'stiff' at receiver in camp with Mims, Franklin, Devaughn Vele, and rookie Pat Bryant all looking for a spot.
| Footballguys view: Mims is not to be overlooked by Fantasy GMs based on what he did last year. He forced his way into the lineup because of his playmaking ability, and the Broncos began using Mims as a runner and receiver in the second half of the season. In addition to Pro Bowl returner ability (take note if your league scores special teams), Mims is a late-round 'what the heck' flex you can take a chance on with the upside to be more in 2025. |
Giants | NYG unlikely to add Odell Beckham Wed Jul 2, 01:47 PM
Free-agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. (Dolphins) is not expected to be an option for the New York Giants, according to ESPN.com's Jordan Raanan.
| Footballguys view: Raanan conceded that maybe, somewhere along the line, Beckham signs a one-day contract and retires as a Giant. But Raanan added: "I don't see, based on talking to people, that Beckham coming back to the Giants this year is something that's realistic and makes a ton of sense." From a fantasy perspective, Beckham hasn't had a top-10 fantasy season at his position since 2016. He hasn't been relevant since 2019. |
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Patriots | DeMario Douglas in line to be slot WR Wed Jul 2, 01:16 PM
New England Patriots WR DeMario Douglas is the leading candidate for the slot receiver job entering training camp, in the opinion of PatriotsWire's Jordy McElroy.
| Footballguys view: According to local observers, Douglas was a favorite target of Drake Maye as OTAs wound down last month. Douglas' WR73 Average Draft Position is appealing in PPR formats, given the potential volume. At the very least, he'll turn out to be a bargain at that price if he handles the kind of role we've slot receivers handle under Patriots coordinator Josh McDaniels in the past. |
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Patriots | Efton Chism posing serious threat Wed Jul 2, 12:41 AM
New England Patriots WR Efton Chism III is 'posing a serious threat' to WRs Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker for a roster spot, in the opinion of Patriots Wire's Jordy McElroy.
| Footballguys view: Chism, who broke Cooper Kupp's Eastern Washington school single-season record for catches with 120 last year, quickly became a favorite of Drake Maye, who estimated he found the 5-10, 195-pound target for "like 50 catches" in organized team activities. That only means so much before the start of training camp. Still, it unquestionably highlighted Chism's potential value, given the Patriots' desire to put Drake, the 2024 No. 3 overall pick, in more favorable positions after a rookie year marked by challenges. Chism isn't fantasy-relevant yet. But he's worth watching. |
Broncos | Troy Franklin bigger, better in 2025 Tue Jul 1, 01:54 PM
Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin was 'playing with a much greater awareness (this spring)' and showed off to offseason workouts 'a little thicker,' according to head coach Sean Payton. 'There's that (saying that) repetition is the mother of learning. You're seeing him play faster with a much greater awareness within each play. He's extremely explosive, and I think he's, I would say, five pounds heavier. A little thicker. He's had a good spring,' Payton told reporters last month.
| Footballguys view: As USA Today pointed out, Marvin Mims made a significant leap on offense in his second year, and Payton believes Franklin could make a similar jump in 2025. "I think you're going to see those types of ascensions with players like Troy," Payton said. "There are a number of young players competing for not so much spots, but competing for touches. He's one of them." We'll see. Franklin is WR84 on the Footballguys projections, making him more of a late-round flier or waiver-wire watchlist candidate than a viable front-line player. |
Steelers | Tyler Boyd has talked to PIT Tue Jul 1, 11:22 AM
Free-agent WR Tyler Boyd (Titans) had conversations with the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason, according to team insider Mark Kaboly on 93.7 The Fan. Kaboly said he was not sure if a formal offer was made during those conversations. He added that the money that Boyd has been offered around the league this offseason from any team has not been in the neighborhood he's looking for and that he's continuing to wait to see if a better offer can come his way.
| Footballguys view: While he might be waiting to see if more money becomes available, Boyd recently stated that he'd "absolutely" be interested in playing for the Steelers this season. DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin, Roman Wilson, Robert Woods, Scotty Miller, and Ben Skowronek are the current wideouts for the Steelers. Boyd spent eight seasons with the Bengals before moving to the Titans last season. He had 39 catches for 390 yards in Tennessee. We'll watch for more. |
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Commanders | Limited progress between WAS, Terry McLaurin Tue Jul 1, 12:07 AM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin has not made much progress in contract extension talks with the Commanders at this point, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
| Footballguys view: Even without progress on a new deal, local observers still contend McLaurin, coming off a season in which he caught a career-high 13 touchdown passes and added three more in the playoffs, isn't going anywhere. The expectation is the Commanders will do right by him. As we approach camp, both sides will be increasingly eager to finalize a deal, which could lead to a new agreement for McLaurin. We'll be watching for more. |
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Colts | No extension close for Alec Pierce Tue Jul 1, 12:05 AM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce is entering the final year of his current contract and is not have any contract extension talks with the team at this point, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: Since Pierce entered the league in 2022, he leads all players in yards per catch at 17.6. One out of every 10 receptions in his career has produced a touchdown. And his seven catches of 40 yards or longer is second only to the Cincinnati Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase (8) since 2022. But Pierce has long maintained he's more than just a deep threat, and he's looking to prove it in 2025. And if he does? The Colts might be more willing to be the team paying him when this deal expires. |
Steelers | Gabe Davis an option for Pittsburgh? Mon Jun 30, 02:44 PM
Free-agent WR Gabe Davis (Jaguars) reportedly enjoyed his visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers this spring and is still an option to sign with the team at some point, although 'he could take his time' doing so, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
| Footballguys view: While not as big a name as Jonnu Smith or Jalen Ramsey, who were acquired in a trade with Miami earlier in the day, Davis, still just 26, has 2,969 career receiving yards, 183 receptions averaging 16.2 yards each, and 29 touchdowns. The Jaguars released Davis last month. He also visited with San Francisco and the New York Giants. |
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Eagles | Tyler Boyd a fit in Philly? Sun Jun 29, 02:36 PM
Free-agent WR Tyler Boyd (Titans) could be signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an insurance policy for WR Jahan Dotson, according to Aaron Schatz of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: Boyd was a useful slot receiver for the Bengals, enough to get a $43 million second contract with the team. After Cincinnati didn't pursue re-signing him when that contract ended, Boyd signed with the Titans, but fizzled along with the rest of the offense. It doesn't appear that there is a lot of interest in the 30-year-old around the league, but he could compete with Dotson to be the #3 for the Eagles, who have struggled to build depth at wide receiver behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. Boyd has also said he would be interested in playing for his hometown Steelers, who also have an unimpressive group behind their starting wideouts. |
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Buccaneers | Mike Evans outstanding in December Sun Jun 29, 02:19 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans caught 34 passes for 512 yards and five touchdowns in December last season.
| Footballguys view: Evans season was interrupted by a hamstring injury that cost him three games. This finish to 2024 should reassure you if you are considering Evans at or near his ADP of WR20 and 39 overall even though he'll turn 32 right before the season starts. Evans was WR10 last year in PPR leagues on a points per game basis, although he was WR21 when he and Chris Godwin went down in Week 7. |
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NFL | Tyler Boyd sees a few more years of playing Sun Jun 29, 02:06 PM
Free-agent WR Tyler Boyd (Titans) said he believes he can play a few more seasons and expects to receive interest from teams as training camp approaches.
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