NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Harold Vannin is priced well for what he can be after showing strong performance as a rookie. The analyst is trying to increase exposure to him and believes there's enough volume for both him and Casey Concepcion to thrive despite the weak QB situation.

Dalton Kincaid is really efficient when he plays but doesn't play much. He's better suited for best ball spike weeks than redraft due to inconsistent playing time, though the analyst likes him for some spike weeks.

David Njoku looked worse than before when last seen and was outperformed by Harold Vannin, so the analyst is not concerned about his impact on Dalton Gadsden's value.

Travis Kelce is at the end of his career but still produced last year and could do so again, especially with the Shea Rice situation. He's priced well for the value he can provide.

George Kittle is tracking to return early in the season, possibly week one, from his Achilles injury. While his play may be slightly diminished initially, he could be massive value around pick 120 if he gets healthier as the season progresses.

Sam Laporta is really good and priced well around pick 100, given how strong he is on a top offense.

Some people are down on Tucker Craft due to his athletic profile, but his combine testing was done on a bum ankle, making his numbers look worse than they actually are.

Gunnar Helm could be the number two pass catcher on the Titans, which is a strong position for fantasy value in best ball formats.

Eli Stowers will have a role in the Eagles offense even if not the starting tight end, with plays drawn up for him especially in the red zone. He's a good fit for three tight end best ball builds.

The analyst is very bullish on Tucker Craft, stating 'Really into Tucker Craft' as his top tight end target.

Tucker Craft is excellent after the catch and finds open spots in the defense due to the Packers' play-action heavy scheme. He serves as a reliable outlet for Jordan Love and is particularly strong in the red zone.

Mahomes had a pedestrian year in many ways but finished in the top eight scoring eight times out of 14 games played due to his rushing ability, demonstrating the value of a running quarterback.

Brown will be receiving passes from either Jalen Hurts or Drake Maye, both of whom are ranked in the top five at quarterback.

Maye is ranked either fourth or fifth at quarterback and will be throwing passes to A.J. Brown.

Hurts is ranked either fourth or fifth at quarterback and will be throwing passes to A.J. Brown.

Jackson is ranked as the number two quarterback in the analyst's rankings.

Allen is ranked as the number one quarterback in the analyst's rankings.

Daniels will definitely be running a lot in general, and even a down year for him would likely include around 400 rushing yards, providing a strong fantasy floor.

Daniels is ranked as quarterback three, behind Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, with significant upside due to his rushing ability and superior passing talent compared to Kyler Murray.

Pickens is ranked inside the top 10 for wide receivers and is part of a walking top-five offense with Dak Prescott.

Pickens comes with more risk than Lamb due to being on a contract year with the Cowboys, which creates incentive to sit out with minor injuries, and his history of three-game hot streaks followed by meltdowns.

Lamb is preferred over George Pickens and is ranked inside the top 10 for wide receivers, offering more reliability despite both being ridiculously talented.

McBride is one of the analyst's all-time favorites, and he is desperately hoping that McBride can still thrive despite the Cardinals' quarterback situation.

Love is the one Cardinals player the analyst is not scared off by, implying he has standalone value despite the quarterback situation.

Kyler is undeniably an upgrade at quarterback for the Cardinals, but there is concern about whether he can get his deep ball back, which has really fallen off.

Jefferson was the single least enjoyable player to watch in fantasy football last season, finishing with only 824 yards despite being arguably the best wide receiver in the NFL.

Jefferson is a 10th overall pick in the draft and should benefit from the upgrade at quarterback with Kyler Murray, who has had great chemistry with wide receiver ones in the past.

Walker is ranked around 12th overall and is expected to have a big year in the Chiefs offense.

Walker was so clearly the guy the Seahawks wanted, and it feels like they wanted him as much as basically any team wanted a single player in free agency this offseason.

Walker is projected to have a monster year with an estimated 280+ carries plus 50 touches, with no clear competition for the role despite the Seahawks drafting Emmett Johnson.

The analyst is rostering Jared Goff as one of his two quarterbacks and feels pretty good about the pairing.

Purdy was unbelievable for the last four or five games of the season, except when playing Seattle, making him a popular second-quarterback pairing option.

Trevor Lawrence was especially great for the last eight games of the season, making him one of the more popular quarterback pairings in mock drafts this offseason.

Willis can run the football effectively, which provides fantasy value despite the thin wide receiver room around him.

Willis is free in drafts, not being selected in the first 16 rounds of a 10-team ESPN league on average, making him a perfect late-round flier as a second quarterback option.

Diggs was traded from Minnesota to Buffalo and immediately was motivated to prove everybody wrong, recording 444 catches over the next four seasons.

Lomu, the Patriots' first-round pick, has a pathway to being their sixth offensive lineman this year, which is fine given he's a really good player.

Dobbs is a phenomenal number two receiver who will benefit from AJ Brown's presence on the field, allowing the entire receiving room to work better.

Baker was quite good during the regular season, especially against man coverage, and really emerged as a receiver, though the receiving group got exposed in the postseason.

In the postseason, May struggled against press coverage, going 4 for 17, with instances of receivers not getting open, suggesting the receiving group got exposed in the playoffs.

May was the best quarterback on tight window throws last year in precision pass rate, QBR, and completion percentage over expected, demonstrating elite accuracy in tight spaces.

May was excellent at tight window throws last season and is really good at throwing guys open, making him an ideal fit for AJ Brown's skill set.

May is the truth as a quarterback and should be in the conversation for the first overall pick if starting a franchise, with potential for significant improvement in year three.

Brown's knee is something to monitor, and if the trade backfires, that would likely be the reason given his age (28) and injury history.

Brown is likely motivated to prove skeptics wrong after the trade, similar to Stefan Diggs' trajectory when traded from Minnesota to Buffalo, potentially unlocking his best performance.

Brown is the best tight window receiver in the NFL over the last three years, ranking first in yards per route run, catches, and first downs on tight window throws—a perfect fit for Drake May's strengths.

Over the past four years, Brown has 18 receiving touchdowns on 20+ air yard throws, ranking number one in the NFL in that stretch, demonstrating elite deep ball production.

Drake May is a better passer than Jalen Hurts and on the short list for best deep ball throwers in the NFL, which should significantly improve Brown's production given his elite deep ball threat ability.

Brown was unhappy in Philadelphia and the dismal fit between player and scheme was one of the worst-kept secrets in the league, contributing to the trade.

Verse is worth the trade compensation as a late first-round pick alternative, with three years of cost control remaining and a good floor as a rusher.

Verse has a good floor as a rusher and is already elite as a run defender, ranking second only to Max Crosby in ESPN's run stop win metric over the last two years among edge rushers.

Verse is an elite pass rusher who has not yet reached his prime, with 10 fewer pressures than Garrett since entering the NFL but comparable elite production for a late first-round pick.

Garrett's absence from Browns voluntary activities became noticeable—he attended Cavs playoff games while skipping Browns offseason work, signaling his dissatisfaction with the team.

Similar to TJ Watt's trajectory, Garrett may be past his peak performance level, with some people feeling his best years were a couple of years ago.

Garrett's frustrations about playing for a losing team did not go away, and the Browns aren't expected to win meaningfully this year, setting up another potential departure next offseason with Garrett a year older.

Jalen Watson is a very good tackling corner acquired by the Rams who complements the Myles Garrett addition well, as Garrett's speed will force quarterbacks to get rid of the ball quickly into Watson's coverage.

Trent McDuffie is a very good tackling corner acquired by the Rams who complements the Myles Garrett addition well, as Garrett's speed will force quarterbacks to get rid of the ball quickly into McDuffie's coverage.

Ty Simpson was the Rams' draft pick, and whether it was a good selection won't be known until he plays; the decision to take a quarterback despite trading for Myles Garrett is defensible given uncertainty about receiver and offensive tackle performance.

Matthew Stafford is the Rams' quarterback, and while some have raised concerns about what happens if he goes down, every team with a great quarterback faces similar injury risk.

Byron Young is a very good young defensive player for the Rams who will benefit from playing alongside Myles Garrett and the elite pass rush group.

Kobe Turner is a building block defensive player for the Rams who will benefit from playing alongside Myles Garrett, as the elite pass rusher will draw double teams and create opportunities for the rest of the defensive line.

Jared Verse was the biggest shock of the Myles Garrett trade, and at pick 19 he was one of the best-case scenarios for the Rams, making him well worth a first-round pick in the compensation.

Garrett was the most chipped player in the league in recent years, second only to T.J. Watt last year, meaning other Rams defensive linemen will benefit significantly from his presence drawing double teams.

Garrett's contract is relatively cheap at $40 million per year, but he may request a raise given his elite performance, and the Rams were likely aware of this possibility before making the trade.

Garrett will be 33-34 years old in 2028-2029 when the Rams' draft capital runs out, and the team is going all-in on the current roster iteration in a short-termist approach, similar to their previous all-in move that resulted in a wretched season.

Garrett will get more opportunities to pin his ears back and rush with the Rams winning more frequently than the Browns, and every game will be consequential, unlike his time in Cleveland where the foot was off the pedal in blowout losses.

While Garrett will see fewer double teams with better surrounding talent on the Rams, he will also face the best of the best more consistently in consequential games, making it uncertain whether his stats will be decidedly more or less dominant than in Cleveland.

Garrett had the fastest get-off in all of football at 0.70 seconds according to Next Gen Stats, and the Rams' pass rush was more power-oriented with Jared Verse, lacking any player in the top 70 for get-off, so quarterbacks will have to get rid of the ball much quicker.

Garrett showed no signs of slowing down last season at age 30, with unbelievable quickness and production, and broke the single-season sack record with 23 sacks.

Garrett will benefit from playing for the Rams, who have a better surrounding defensive cast (Kobe Turner, Brayden Fisk, Byron Young) and will face more consequential games against strong opponents like Seattle and San Francisco twice yearly.

Myles Garrett is literally first in every possible statistic and is the best defensive player in the NFL, making the Rams trade a clear upside and win for Los Angeles.

Cook should be faded in redraft leagues but can be considered below-weight on Underdog due to spike-week dependent scoring potential.

Cook should not be drafted at the tail end of round one in redraft leagues, similar to Achane, due to schedule and team context concerns.

In redraft leagues, Achane should be faded entirely, though on Underdog (spike-week dependent formats) he warrants below-weight consideration due to potential for weekly explosiveness.

Despite concerns, Achane remains capable of explosive performances when on the field, as he is the only offensive talent Miami will feature in their offense.

Achane should not be drafted at the tail end of round one in redraft leagues due to the combination of team dysfunction, rest risk, and reduced offensive scheme fit.

Late-season injury risk (ankle, knee, hamstring) could lead to rest if Miami secures the number one pick, as the team may prioritize draft positioning over playing time.

Achane faces significant risk due to Miami's expected bottom-three finish and back-loaded difficult schedule in the final five weeks, which could lead to rest and reduced touches if the team secures the number one pick.

Jake Ferguson was also available at the start of round 11, contributing to the tight end draft narrative.

George Kittle's availability at the start of round 11 highlights the unexpected tight end draft dynamics.

Travis Kelce was available at the start of round 11, indicating a surprising trend in tight end drafting.

Dalton Kincaid's availability at the start of round 11 reflects a significant drop in tight end selections during the draft.

Sam LaPorta was also available at the start of round 11, suggesting a trend of tight ends falling in drafts.

Kyle Pitts was available at the start of round 11, indicating a potential drop in value compared to earlier drafts.

Having Patrick Mahomes as one of the starting quarterbacks allows for a more flexible drafting strategy in a super flex league.

Starting with Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes allows for a strategy of waiting on a third quarterback, which is emphasized as a beneficial approach.

The speaker notes that if they lose one of their top quarterbacks, Daniel Jones will not be able to make up for that loss, highlighting the risk of waiting on a third quarterback.

The speaker has high expectations for Brock Bowers this year, citing improvements in health, quarterback play, and play calling.

The speaker reflects that they should have taken Jonathan Taylor instead of Brock Bowers, indicating a strong belief in Taylor's value in the draft.

Tank Bigsby is a solid handcuff option in a potentially strong running back situation, making him a valuable late-round pick.

Jerry Judy could either be the leading target earner for the Browns or potentially get cut, making him a risky pick.

Alvin Kamara's role could vary significantly depending on whether he stays with the Saints or moves to another team.

Daniel Jones has QB1 upside in fantasy if he can stay healthy, making him a valuable pick in drafts.

Ricky Pearsall has the potential to succeed in the 49ers offense, especially with the absence of Juwan Jennings.

Parker Washington had some impressive games last year, but his role may be impacted by the Jaguars' offensive adjustments.

Brian Thomas Jr. has the highest ceiling among the Jaguars' wide receivers, making him a top pick in drafts.

Chris Godwin is being undervalued in drafts, going much later than expected, which presents a great opportunity for fantasy managers.

Chris Godwin is a proven option in a potentially pass-heavy offense, making him a strong pick in the later rounds.

DeAndre Swift is seen as a solid value pick, coming off the board later than expected compared to other running backs.

Carnell Tate is a highly drafted rookie receiver with a great opportunity for target share, making him a valuable pick.

Justin Herbert is a strong pick at 111, with high expectations for the Chargers this year.

Zay Flowers has significant upside if he starts getting red zone usage, making him a player to watch this season.

Terry McLaurin is projected to be a top 20 wide receiver this year, showing promise despite the loss of a big target.

Mike Evans is expected to provide consistency at the wide receiver two position, but there are concerns about his ability to play a full season.

Malik Willis is struggling in training camp, with reports of him being picked off by rookies, raising concerns about his performance.

Baker Mayfield is a solid pick in the fifth round, with little fantasy drop-off compared to Brock Purdy, and he has exciting weapons like Emeka Ibuka.

Colson Loveland has real high upside this year, and he was selected a half round after notable tight ends like McBride and Bowers.

Kyron Williams is viewed as a highly undervalued player who could be an RB1 due to his touchdown equity.

Brock Bowers is considered the tight end one this season, making him a steal in the third round.

Drake London is expected to benefit from the new offensive scheme under Kevin Stefanski.

Jaden Daniels is ranked highly and is a strong option in the early rounds of the draft.

Joe Burrow is selected at 106, indicating confidence in his ability to perform well in a Superflex format.

Lamar Jackson has won the MVP every time he's had a new play caller, which could bode well for his performance this season.

Josh Allen is the clear choice at 101, as he consistently performs as a top quarterback in fantasy.

DK Metcalf's ADP has dropped significantly, but there are concerns about his lack of upside and target share, making him a risky pick.

There are worries about how the Jets' improved receiving core and offensive line will affect Wilson's target volume compared to last year.

Garrett Wilson is currently ranked as wide receiver 16, but there are concerns about his target volume and efficiency with Geno Smith at quarterback.

Johnston has the potential to lead his team in touchdowns this season, especially if he continues to see significant playing time.

Quentin Johnston is currently ranked as wide receiver 41 in ADP, making him a great value pick as a number four receiver on your fantasy team.

Tyler Warren had the fourth most screen pass targets among tight ends last season, indicating a significant role in the passing game.

Warren has shown good work after the catch and is considered a safer pick compared to high-risk players like Travion Henderson.

Tyler Warren is currently ranked 64th overall on Fantasy Pros and 52nd on CBS, making him a solid pick in that range. He has proven to be a good pass catcher and may see an uptick in touchdowns this season.

Rico Dowdle has a history with the new head coach Mike McCarthy and has been productive in the past, but his role in the upcoming season remains uncertain.

RJ Harvey is viewed as being in a bad role within a potentially less effective offense compared to other running backs like Jalen Warren and Ramondre Stevenson.

RJ Harvey's current ADP as RB 30 is too high given his limited role and the addition of Jonah Coleman, which complicates his potential workload.

RJ Harvey may need injuries to J.K. Dobbins to become a fantasy starter, as he struggled to produce when Dobbins was healthy.

When playing at least 70% of the snaps, Josh Downs averaged 12.6 PPR fantasy points per game, indicating strong potential if he maintains a similar role.

Josh Downs had a significant number of red zone targets last year, which bodes well for his touchdown potential moving forward.

Josh Downs is currently being drafted as wide receiver 47, which is a good value considering his potential for increased touchdowns and targets.

Despite injury concerns, A.J. Brown is expected to continue producing at a high level for at least one or two more years.

Concerns about A.J. Brown's knee were a factor in trade discussions, but he is expected to perform at a high level in 2026.

Drake London has averaged 3 yards per route run with Michael Penix Jr. and 1.9 yards per route run with other quarterbacks, indicating a significant drop in efficiency.

Drake London scored 16.5 and 16.8 points per game over the last two seasons, finishing as wide receiver 14 and 8 respectively, showing consistent performance.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is expected to play the X receiver role similar to Devontae Adams, which could enhance his fantasy value.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is still recovering from multiple injuries, including heel issues and appendicitis, but he does not believe it will affect his 2026 season.

Similar to Marvin Harrison Jr., Michael Wilson is not projected to have a significant fantasy impact this season due to the crowded receiver situation and quarterback uncertainty.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is not expected to be a breakout candidate this year due to a crowded receiving corps and uncertainty at quarterback, making him a risky pick.

With a more consolidated wide receiver room, Watson is expected to see increased target opportunities, which could lead to a significant fantasy impact.

Christian Watson finished as the wide receiver 16 in fantasy points per game last year and has the potential to break into the top 12 this season with a clearer role in the Packers' offense.

Waddle is stepping into a clear number one role, which enhances his fantasy outlook significantly compared to his previous situation.

Waddle has shown consistent improvement and could thrive in a new offense that is expected to throw the ball more, especially with Bo Nix leading the charge.

Jalen Waddle's ADP is surprisingly low at 27, and he is being undervalued despite being a productive player with over 900 yards and six touchdowns last season. He has the potential to be a fantasy wide receiver one in a better offensive situation this year.

Jamison Williams is currently undervalued at wide receiver 26 and has shown the potential to be a top 10 receiver, especially if Amond Ra St. Brown misses time.

Terry McLaurin's ADP at wide receiver 24 presents a great value, as he has the potential to return to wide receiver 1 status in a new offensive scheme.

DJ Moore's ADP at wide receiver 20 is considered aggressive, and while he has potential in Buffalo, his recent performance does not justify such a high draft position.

DJ Moore's current ADP seems low for a player of his caliber, but he may not be a league-winning piece for fantasy despite being a solid addition to the Buffalo Bills.

George Pickens may face challenges this season due to contract issues and not attending voluntary OTAs, which could hinder his ability to meet current ADP expectations.

Odell Beckham Jr. signed with the New York Giants, but his fantasy impact is expected to be minimal as he is now 34 years old and faces stiff competition from younger receivers.

Makai Lemon is dealing with a hamstring issue that has caused him to miss some OTAs, which could delay his progress as a rookie.

Devontae Smith is currently being drafted as wide receiver 11, and there's optimism that he could outperform A.J. Brown this season due to his high success rate against man coverage and an expected upgrade in the Eagles' passing attack.

Devonta Smith has shown he can be a top receiver in the offense and is poised for a breakout season as he finally gets the opportunity to shine.

Devonta Smith is expected to outperform A.J. Brown this season, especially given his lower ADP and consistent performance when Brown has missed time.

With A.J. Brown's arrival, Romeo Dobbs is pushed back to a role similar to what he had with the Packers, limiting his fantasy appeal.

There are concerns about A.J. Brown's knee, which could affect his performance moving forward.

Brown's performance may be impacted by his age and previous injuries, but he could still produce solid numbers in a new offense.

Terrence Ferguson is an athletic tight end who fits well in Sean McVay's offense and could see significant opportunities this season.

Greg Dolcich is a late-round tight end option with potential, especially given his efficient performance last season.

Colson Loveland has immense upside and could emerge as a top fantasy tight end, making him a player to target in drafts.

Tyler Warren is undervalued in drafts and should be considered in the sixth round due to the lack of alternatives in the Indianapolis passing game.

Chris Godwin is a great value pick this year, especially with Mike Evans gone, and has the potential for a bounce-back season after last year's injury.

Sean Tucker is a late-round running back with a solid floor and potential goal line opportunities, especially with health concerns surrounding Bucky Irving.

JK Dobbins has a concerning injury history and limited upside due to a low target share, making him a fade this year.

Jonah Coleman is a solid prospect and the biggest running back on his team, making him a valuable late-round pick, especially with JK Dobbins' injury history.

Keaton Mitchell is a speedster who fits perfectly in Mike McDaniel's offense, potentially leading to multiple spiked weeks, especially if Amari and Hampton were to get injured.

Keaton Mitchell's speed makes him a strong fit for the Chargers' offense, and he could complement Amari and Hampton effectively.

Antonio Williams has shown potential as a versatile player and could emerge as Washington's number two wide receiver this season.

Josh Jacobs' ADP has changed due to off-field issues, raising concerns about his availability this season.

Cam Ward is expected to receive a full season to prove himself, which could lead to significant upside.

Geno Smith is seen as a potential late-round quarterback option, but there are concerns about his stability and performance late in the season.

Malik Willis is not expected to have strong pass-catching support, making him a less appealing option in drafts this year.

Bryce Young is being drafted not much later than some of the top quarterbacks, indicating a solid projection for his performance.

Malik Willis is not a player I'm excited about this year due to the lack of pass catchers around him.

Bryce Young is being drafted earlier this year, which reflects the overall trend of quarterbacks being pushed up in drafts.

Caleb Williams is a player I'm comfortable drafting in round six, especially when stacking with pass catchers like Luther Burden.

Rome Odunze is a good value in round five, and I believe he has breakout potential this season.

Jalen Waddle is in a good spot this year, making him a valuable target in drafts.

Terry McLaurin is a player I like quite a bit this year, adding to the depth of talent available in the round four to five wide receiver range.

Luther Burden is a player I think has massive upside this year and is a great value in the round four to five wide receiver range.

Chris Rodriguez is another early down grinder that I don't care about in season-long formats, but he could be more valuable in best ball due to his potential for spike weeks.

Jordan Mason is not a player I care about from a season-long perspective due to his lack of predictability and ceiling, but he has spike week appeal in best ball formats.