NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Tuesday, August 4, 2026
A crawlable daily synthesis of the player-specific takes STACKED extracted from monitored podcasts, videos, articles, and social posts.
Players driving the slate
Bijan Robinson
9 signals7 positive across Bust, News, Projection.
Jaylen Waddle
7 signals7 positive across Role, Usage.
Malik Nabers
7 signals4 positive across Injury, News, Value.
CeeDee Lamb
6 signals6 positive across News, Role, Usage.
Tucker Kraft
6 signals3 positive, 2 negative across Injury, News, Projection.
Bucky Irving
5 signals5 positive across News.
Daniel Jones
5 signals5 positive across Projection, Role, Usage.
Deebo Samuel
5 signals5 positive across Breakout, Depth Chart, Projection.
All extracted player insights
"Jeremiah Trotter Jr. knocked down a pass intended for Tank Bigsby. Later, Bigsby shook Trot Jr. by stutter stepping left before cutting right for a wide open catch."
Patriots quarterback must build chemistry with center Jared Wilson quickly; Wilson emphasized that establishing the center-quarterback connection requires consistent reps and communication as Wilson transitions back to center in Year 2.
Cyrus Allen leads 2026 NFL rookies already generating fantasy football buzz in training camps, indicating early standout performance and potential fantasy relevance as a rookie.
Tucker Kraft is being monitored for early ADP movement going into the 2026 draft season by fantasy analysts tracking player valuation trends.
Malik Nabers is being monitored for early ADP movement going into the 2026 draft season by fantasy analysts tracking player valuation trends.
Jeanty's 2026 fantasy outlook is framed as the ultimate buy-low, sell-high argument of draft season; his rookie year did not match the hype, causing half the league to sour on him, while the other half sees a generational talent stuck behind the worst offense in football and about to explode.
Smith-Njigba was the face of the Seattle Seahawks last season and was a common name on fantasy football teams that succeeded at the highest levels; the industry is moving him into the top tier of assets this summer, though context exists worth considering regarding his elite classification.
.@BleacherReport ranks Mike Evans as just the 33rd-best WR in the NFL... 😶 "When healthy, Evans wins one-on-one matches with veteran-level savvy and route-running. He lost a step athletically, but his football IQ and nuance at the position overcome those shortcomings."
me and my dynasty rookie $1 FAAB add Cyrus Allen
An audible murmur from the crowd here in Eagan after J.J. McCarthy overthrows three consecutive passes to the corner in a goal line drill with no defense. (He rebounded with more accurate throws in the next set of reps.)
Wide receiver Tre Harris is one of the primary beneficiaries of Mike McDaniel's offensive system with the Chargers. During training camp, Herbert was getting the ball to Harris quickly and accurately, with the offense focused on positioning receivers to turn plays upfield and create after the catch.
Wide receiver Ladd McConkey is one of the primary beneficiaries of Mike McDaniel's offensive system with the Chargers. During training camp, Herbert was getting the ball to McConkey quickly and accurately, with the offense focused on positioning receivers to turn plays upfield and create after the catch.
Herbert's postseason performance has been a significant crater compared to his regular-season brilliance. In the playoffs during his career, he has completed just 54.7 percent of his passes with four interceptions against two touchdowns, with a passer rating that drops from 96.3 in the regular season to 64.7 in the postseason. The Chargers are 0-3 in the playoffs during his career, and Herbert has been part of the reason for these failures.
Herbert displayed elite arm talent and command at Chargers training camp, throwing receivers open with quick, effortless, precise delivery and dictating terms against a secondary that allowed the fifth-fewest yards in the NFL last season. The source notes his rare combination of arm talent, intelligence, and ability to create plays with both legs and mind position him for potential breakthrough, especially with Mike McDaniel's offensive system designed to maximize his processing, anticipation, and precision delivery.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 WRs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Ja'Marr Chase 2. Justin Jefferson 3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba 4. Puka Nacua 5. CeeDee Lamb 6. Amon-Ra St. Brown 7. George Pickens 8. A.J. Brown 9. Nico Collins 10. Drake London 11. Zay Flowers 👀 12. Davante Adams
Alec Pierce had an 18.5% target share on a 20.0 aDOT in Weeks 1-13 last year (i.e. pre-Daniel Jones injury). His 47.6% share of team air yards (min. 50% games played) ranked third league-wide during that stretch behind JSN and Garrett Wilson. He got $114 million this offseason.
The source discusses James Conner in the context of the Arizona Cardinals' offensive outlook and team performance expectations.
The source highlights Ashton Jeanty as a fantasy star to watch, emphasizing the importance of betting on his team environment for potential breakout performance.
Isaiah Williams provides depth in the Jets' receiving corps alongside elite talent Garrett Wilson, Adonai Mitchell, and rookie Omar Cooper Jr.
Tim Patrick provides depth in the Jets' receiving corps alongside elite talent Garrett Wilson, Adonai Mitchell, and rookie Omar Cooper Jr.
Rookie Omar Cooper Jr., fresh off a national championship at Indiana, is part of the Jets' elite receiving talent alongside Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell in Frank Reich's offense.
Running back Breece Hall praised new offensive coordinator Frank Reich's coaching philosophy at the start of training camp, explaining that Reich "lets players play off reactions, make the plays their own, make the offense their own." This aligns with Mitchell's assessment of Reich's approach to offensive freedom.
Second-year tight end Mason Taylor spent about a week in Florida during the offseason training with Geno Smith alongside Adonai Mitchell, building chemistry with the veteran quarterback.
Three-time 1,000-yard receiver Garrett Wilson is back from a right knee injury that kept him out of the second half of last season, providing elite receiving talent alongside Adonai Mitchell in the Jets' offense.
Mitchell, a 2024 second-round pick (No. 52), is positioned to settle into the NFL after two years of instability. He had 24 catches for 301 yards and two touchdowns with the Jets after a midseason trade last year. The surrounding talent—including three-time 1,000-yard receiver Garrett Wilson returning from injury, rookie Omar Cooper Jr. fresh off a national championship at Indiana, and depth from Tim Patrick and Isaiah Williams—combined with a strong relationship with Geno Smith and Frank Reich's free-flowing offensive philosophy, could provide the stability Mitchell needs to finally establish himself.
Mitchell said he "loves everything about" new offensive coordinator Frank Reich, especially that Reich lets him have freedom on routes. Michael Pittman Jr., a former Colts teammate who played under Reich from 2018-22, told Mitchell "You're gonna like him," praising Reich as "a great coach, knows what he's doing and has a great plan." Running back Breece Hall echoed similar sentiments, noting Reich "lets players play off reactions, make the plays their own, make the offense their own."
Mitchell is embracing his fourth starting quarterback in green and white with Geno Smith after playing just eight games with the Jets in 2025. He spent about a week in Florida offseason training with the 13-year veteran, and after a few days of playing together in grueling heat, started "understanding [Smith's] mind, understanding the way he thinks, understanding the way he sees the game." Mitchell said Smith also learned a lot about him, and both are now on the same page heading into the season.
Kenyon Sadiq suffered an injury setback but is expected to return by Week One.
Malik Nabers is currently on schedule to be ready for Week One.
Concerns regarding Rashee Rice's injury status continue to linger.
There is speculation that Stefon Diggs could emerge as a primary target for the Commanders offense.
Jaydon Blue is receiving rave reviews for his performance in Dallas training camp.
Chris Rodriguez has returned to practice with the Jaguars.
Parker Washington is currently leading the Jaguars' wide receiver group in training camp.
Tank Bigsby is reportedly making noise and gaining positive attention during Eagles training camp.
Daniel Jones is currently taking all of the first-team quarterback reps in Colts camp.
Jordan Love has confirmed that he will be playing in the 'Golden' role for the Green Bay offense.
The Cardinals' running back situation remains cloudy, with questions regarding whether Jeremiah Love will be restricted in his usage.
Following the season-ending injury to Ricky Pearsall, the 49ers have signed Deebo Samuel.
Ricky Pearsall is confirmed to be out for the entire 2026 season due to injury.
George Kittle is a concern for the 49ers as he works his way back from injury.
Mike Evans is currently hampered by injury, which is contributing to broader concerns regarding the 49ers' offensive outlook.
Kimani Vidal is gaining attention due to unprompted praise from the coaching staff regarding his pass protection skills. This development suggests he could complicate the Chargers' backfield usage alongside other options.
Rhamondre Stevenson is cited as a value success story from last year, finishing as the RB21 in points per game despite being drafted as the RB39. His performance benefited from the Patriots' offense exceeding low preseason expectations.
Travis Etienne provided significant fantasy value last season, finishing as the RB13 after being drafted as the RB33. His success was driven by the Jaguars' offense outperforming their preseason scoring projections.
The source is not personally high on Quentin Johnston as an individual talent, describing him as a 'gadget' player who requires designed touches; however, he acknowledges that the Chargers' offensive scheme can effectively utilize him on crossers and overs off play action to generate 20-yard chunk plays.
The source highlights David Njoku as an underrated blocker whose skill set helps set the edge for the outside run game.
The source cites Tyreek Hill's top-13 finish in yards per route run as evidence of the offensive system's effectiveness, even in a down year.
The source cites Jaylen Waddle's top-13 finish in yards per route run as evidence of the offensive system's effectiveness, even in a down year.
Ladd McConkey is viewed as a superior individual talent compared to other Chargers receivers, with the source highlighting his role in running crossing routes as a key component of the team's offensive design. Previously, his production suffered significantly following offensive line injuries, averaging only 2.7 catches for 38 yards per game.
The source references Mark Ingram as a historical example of the specific running back roles Sean Payton prefers to utilize in his offensive system.
The source references Alvin Kamara as a historical example of the specific running back roles Sean Payton prefers to utilize in his offensive system.
Kyler Murray is viewed as a wild card, but with better infrastructure, he has the potential to help his offense move from a top-20 unit to a top-10 unit by playing more in rhythm.
Despite concerns regarding his durability and ability to stay healthy for a full season, the source recommends drafting J.K. Dobbins highly because he is expected to receive the first crack at the lead role in a system designed to accentuate his strengths.
Jonah Coleman is highlighted as a top breakout candidate and a viable late-round dart throw or waiver wire add. The source emphasizes that his fantasy value is tied to the durability concerns surrounding J.K. Dobbins, noting that Coleman has a clear path to a significant role if Dobbins misses time.
Devon Achane is used as a benchmark for an undersized running back who is effective between the tackles, a trait the source suggests Jaleel McLaughlin lacks.
The source mentions Tyler Allgeier as a player they previously speculated the Broncos might sign to challenge the backfield depth.
The source expresses skepticism about Jaleel McLaughlin, noting he is undersized, inconsistent, struggles in pass protection, and has fumble issues, making him unlikely to threaten Javonte Williams' role.
Javonte Williams is considered underdrafted and a reliable RB8-10 candidate for the third or fourth round. Despite being a 'dead zone' back, he faces no clear competition for his job. Historically, he has provided value on 'prove-it' deals and finished as the RB12 in PPG last year despite being drafted as the RB38, proving that team infrastructure and coaching can elevate his fantasy output.
Brevyn Spann-Ford is valued for his blocking ability within the Cowboys' 12 personnel packages.
The source compares the potential for 'cheap explosives' via check-down passes in the Commanders' offense to the usage seen by Cam Akers last year.
The source notes that Chris Rodriguez Jr. lacks burst and shares a similar running style to Rachaad White, which was an aesthetic concern during the draft process.
The source notes the Commanders signed Austin Ekeler, which complicates the backfield outlook alongside Rachaad White.
Terry McLaurin is mentioned as a player to target only at certain price points, reflecting the source's overall wait-and-see approach to the Commanders' offense.
Rachaad White is viewed as the safest bet in the Commanders backfield due to his pass protection reliability, which keeps him on the field for play-action, and his efficiency on screens. He is projected to handle both goal-line work and receiving duties, making him a higher-floor option than Brian Robinson Jr. He is currently being drafted around pick 119 overall.
The source highlights concerns regarding Jaylen Wright's limited college usage, specifically noting only 19 targets over three years and limited pass protection experience (39 charted pass pros last season), though he remains interested in watching him in the preseason.
Ben Sinnott is identified as a potential buy-low candidate at the tight end position, though the source remains generally cautious about the Commanders' offense as a whole.
Brian Robinson Jr. is a viable late-round target because he is being drafted later than last year and fits the Commanders' focus on outside zone schemes, having led the NFL in yards per carry on outside zone plays (7.6) last season; however, he lost reps last season due to a lack of reliability in pass protection and between-the-tackles work.
Ameer Abdullah is used as a historical comparison for a potential preseason breakout performance where a player might secure a starting role with a single explosive play.
Zach Charbonnet is currently dealing with an injury, which creates a frustrating, split-backfield situation in Seattle once he returns. Upon his return, likely around Halloween or Thanksgiving, he is expected to carve out a significant role due to his proficiency in pass protection and passing-down situations, likely resulting in a 60/40 or 60/30/10 committee rotation.
George Holani is viewed as a potential stop-gap option in the Seattle backfield while Zach Charbonnet is injured. He is expected to compete for snaps in a committee rotation, potentially filling a role in passing-down situations alongside Judeian Price and Zach Charbonnet. The source warns drafters to monitor him as a potential threat to the workload of a first-round rookie running back.
James Cook is a prime-time running back on a top-10 projected offense, currently drafted within the top 18 overall picks. He significantly outperformed his ADP last year, finishing as the RB6 after being drafted as the RB14 (33rd overall) due to market uncertainty surrounding his August holdout.
Jahmyr Gibbs is considered a prime-time running back on a top-10 projected offense, currently being drafted within the top 18 overall picks.
Derrick Henry is identified as a prime-time running back on a top-10 projected offense, currently being drafted within the top 18 overall picks.
Christian McCaffrey is identified as a prime-time running back on a top-10 projected offense, currently being drafted within the top 18 overall picks. He serves as the benchmark for elite, do-it-all running back talent.
Chase Brown is identified as a prime-time running back on a top-10 projected offense, currently being drafted within the top 18 overall picks.
Drew Anderson is moving into a starting role and has the perfect arsenal to succeed as a SP, with a shallow fastball that sets up his stellar changeup and solid breaking balls.
Geno Smith is the Jets' new veteran quarterback, expected to keep defenses honest and improve the overall offensive attack. His presence should complement the rushing game and help elevate the Jets' offensive production compared to the prior year.
Hall is positioned as the speedster in the Jets' 1-2 running back pairing with Braelon Allen, modeled after the Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery combination. Coach Aaron Glenn envisioned Hall and Allen as a dynamic duo that could wreak havoc on opposing defenses, with Hall handling the speed element of the attack.
Allen showed flashes as a rookie in 2024, running for 334 yards and scoring three touchdowns in only four games before his injury. A healthy Allen could improve the Jets' rushing attack, which was tied for 10th in the NFL at 123.3 yards per game in 2024, especially with an offensive line that returns four starters and features promising young tackles Olu Fashanu and Armand Membou.
Allen is positioned as the physical downhill runner in a 1-2 punch with Breece Hall, modeled after the Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery pairing. Coach Aaron Glenn envisioned Hall as the speedster and Allen as the bruising complement. Allen emphasized his goal to establish himself as a workhorse back and earn respect from teammates and around the league, with his physical, downhill running style expected to come to life when wearing pads.
Allen suffered a medial collateral ligament sprain in his left knee on Sept. 29, 2024, during a kickoff return against the Dolphins, sidelining him for the final 13 games of his rookie season. He began his rehab immediately after surgery in October 2024 and has now returned to full practice with pads for the first time since the injury, describing his recovery as a process that has been ongoing for 11 months.
.@BleacherReport ranks Bucky Irving as just the 30th-best RB in the NFL... 😶 "He plays with surprising body control and contact balance. He has a high motor & Irving's vision and patience are keys to his success. Hopes are that Irving returns to his healthy 2024 form."
Something that I’ve seen and heard a lot of lately - even though DJ Giddens got 1st team reps, Seth McGowan sounds like he’s been much more impressive and fits what they want in terms of physicality
Something that I’ve seen and heard a lot of lately - even though DJ Giddens got 1st team reps, Seth McGowan sounds like he’s been much more impressive and fits what they want in terms of physicality
Chiefs pass game coordinator Joe Bleymaier on Cyrus Allen: “He has a natural feel for kind of space out there after the snap... he's got great physical traits — they were showing up after the snap, his mental stuff was good pre-snap, so you can build on that, and that's exciting.” (@chiefs_kcsn)
#Chiefs pass game coordinator Joe Bleymaier on rookie WR Cyrus Allen: “He has a natural feel for kind of space out there after the snap... he's got great physical traits — they were showing up after the snap, his mental stuff was good pre-snap, so you can build on that, and that's exciting.”
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 12 RBs ahead of the 2026 season: 1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. Jonathan Taylor 4. Christian McCaffrey 5. Saquon Barkley 6. Derrick Henry 7. James Cook 8. De'Von Achane 9. Josh Jacobs 10. Kenneth Walker 11. Breece Hall 12. Travis Etienne Jr.
Sixth-round rookie WR out of Boston College is making noise in training camp despite the difficulty late-round selections face in earning roster spots. Bond has continued to turn heads in a talented wide receiver room. The Texans open the preseason on August 13, giving Bond another opportunity to prove he belongs on an NFL roster. If he continues this trajectory, it wouldn't be surprising to see him carve out a role during the regular season.
Higgins put together a solid rookie season and has clearly invested in offseason work to make a second-year leap, which is showing in training camp. Quarterback C.J. Stroud and Higgins weren't always on the same page last season, but that narrative is being put to rest with how locked in the two have looked throughout early training camp. The Texans need someone to emerge alongside Nico Collins, and Higgins is looking more and more like that player.
Moreau signed as free agent tight end to pair with Schultz; part of Texans' commitment to heavy formation trend with retooled offensive line and receivers Collins and Higgins that can win from slot or condensed formations; supports physical, tough offensive identity.
Hutchinson returns as one of Texans' top four pass catchers from 2025; retained as part of core receiving group to support C.J. Stroud alongside Schultz, Collins, Higgins, and Tank Dell.
Dell returns as part of Texans' receiving corps alongside Collins and Higgins; positioned in team's heavy formation scheme built to embrace condensed formations with tight ends Schultz and Moreau; part of offensive skill position group supporting C.J. Stroud.
Higgins returns as one of Texans' top four pass catchers from 2025; positioned to win out of slot or from condensed formations in team's heavy formation scheme; part of receiving corps supporting C.J. Stroud alongside Collins, Tank Dell, and tight ends Schultz and Moreau.
Collins returns as one of Texans' top four pass catchers from 2025; positioned to win out of slot or from condensed formations in team's heavy formation scheme built around Schultz and Moreau at tight end; part of offensive core supporting C.J. Stroud.
Marks paired with acquired David Montgomery in Texans backfield as part of offensive skill position group for 2026; part of team's commitment to heavy formation trend with tight ends Schultz and Moreau, and receivers Collins and Higgins.
Texans acquired Montgomery in trade from Lions to bolster offensive skill position group; paired with Woody Marks in backfield as part of offensive splash to complement returning top four pass catchers (Schultz, Collins, Higgins, Hutchinson) and support C.J. Stroud in sustainable offense.
Dak Prescott and the Cowboys will face the Texans' elite defense in week four; this matchup frames the Cowboys game as one with heightened importance beyond state bragging rights, as it will test how Brian Schottenheimer's offense performs against a premier defensive mind in DeMeco Ryans.
Lewis Bond, a wide receiver, was selected by the Texans in the sixth round (pick 23 overall, 204 overall) as part of the team's smart drafting strategy.
Marlin Klein, a tight end, was selected by the Texans in the second round (pick 27 overall, 59 overall) as the team's second of two second-round picks; with established talent at tight end in Schultz and Moreau, Klein is expected to develop on the depth chart with tempered expectations.
Foster Moreau signed with the Texans in free agency and is paired with Dalton Schultz at tight end to anchor Houston's heavy formation offense; the Texans are built to embrace the heavy formation trend expected to sweep the NFL in 2026, with Schultz and Moreau providing dual tight end depth.
Xavier Hutchinson is one of the Texans' top four pass catchers returning from 2025, providing continuity in Houston's receiving corps.
Dalton Schultz is one of the Texans' top four pass catchers returning from 2025 and is a cornerstone of Houston's heavy formation offense; paired with free agent addition Foster Moreau at tight end, Schultz anchors the Texans' condensed formation identity built around C.J. Stroud.
Tank Dell is listed among the Texans' wide receiver group alongside Nico Collins and Jayden Higgins as part of Houston's 2026 offensive arsenal.
Jayden Higgins is one of the Texans' top four pass catchers returning from 2025 and fits the heavy formation trend Houston is embracing; he can win out of the slot or from condensed formations as part of the team's physical, trench-focused offensive identity.
Nico Collins is one of the Texans' top four pass catchers returning from 2025 and is positioned to thrive in Houston's heavy formation offense; he can win out of the slot or from condensed formations, fitting the physical, trench-focused identity the Texans are building around C.J. Stroud.
Woody Marks is paired with newly acquired David Montgomery in the Texans backfield as part of Houston's commitment to heavy formation trends expected to sweep the NFL in 2026; the Texans built their offense around tight ends Schultz and Foster Moreau, receivers like Nico Collins and Jayden Higgins, and a retooled offensive line to support this condensed formation identity.
Texans acquired Lions running back David Montgomery in a trade to bolster their offense; he will be paired with Woody Marks out of the backfield in Houston's 2026 backfield, signaling a commitment to heavy formation trends expected to dominate the NFL this season.
#Bucs OC Zac Robinson expresses how great of a camp QB Jalon Daniels has had, adding that his arm is “one of the better one’s he has been around.”
Bijan Robinson signed a record-setting contract extension with the Falcons, a significant roster and financial development that underscores the team's commitment to him as a core offensive piece.
.@MatthewBerryTMR believes Rome Odunze has the toughest path to a breakout among the Bears' young pass catchers: "People are assuming all of Odunze, Burden and Loveland are going to break out this year. Maybe they do. History says probably not. His average target is farther downfield, and last season only 57% of his targets were even catchable. I think a little caution is warranted."
.@MatthewBerryTMR believes Rome Odunze has the toughest path to a breakout among the Bears' young pass catchers: "People are assuming all of Odunze, Burden and Loveland are going to break out this year. Maybe they do. History says probably not. His average target is farther downfield, and last season only 57% of his targets were even catchable. I think a little caution is warranted."
.@MatthewBerryTMR believes Rome Odunze has the toughest path to a breakout among the Bears' young pass catchers: "People are assuming all of Odunze, Burden and Loveland are going to break out this year. Maybe they do. History says probably not. His average target is farther downfield, and last season only 57% of his targets were even catchable. I think a little caution is warranted."
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McDaniel goes out of his way to add Vidal into the mix of LAC RBs, refers to them as complementary. Vidal seems very live to have a pass-pro/passing downs role, with 1A upside (if Hampton injured) in an offense that has some very high expectations. Not a bad R18+ click at all
Juwan Johnson is the only meaningful fantasy football asset that’s stood out so far The offense has been so-so with a lot of new pieces getting integrated in
Nix is actively coaching and building rapport with his receivers during training camp, demonstrating leadership by encouraging Jaylen Waddle to trust the system and play instinctively rather than overthinking plays; Waddle expressed strong confidence in Nix's support, saying "I love Bo."
Waddle is competing daily against a top-tier Broncos defense at training camp, describing the defensive unit as "hard to get a yard on" and emphasizing the value of padded practice days for working his craft against elite competition; he's receiving direct quarterback support from Bo Nix, who encouraged him to trust the system rather than overthink plays.
Wide receiver faced cornerback Pat Surtain II and Riley Moss in 1-on-1 drills; Surtain had a pass breakup on Bryant, and Moss knocked away a deep ball intended for him.
Running back is being developed by Head Coach Sean Payton using film study of former players like Reggie Bush, Darren Sproles, and Alvin Kamara; Payton notes Harvey had bigger impact in passing game as a rookie with routes he was running than in run game due to rotation; has natural hands and made an instinctive broken-play catch in the end zone at Kansas City; Payton is encouraged by his development in footwork and instincts.
Tight end got into a scuffle with Ja'Quan McMillian and has not had much involvement recently in camp; source notes 'Not much Evan Engram involvement recently. Got into skirmish at end of day.'
Quarterback had the best offensive play of practice when he hit running back Jaleel McLaughlin for a TD; was sprinting to the left, stopped, turned his body to throw to the right side of the field where McLaughlin was wide open.
Quarterback had mixed performance: scrambled up the middle for a huge gain off play action on first play of team period, threw a strike to Jaylen Waddle for 15 yards in the middle of the field, but also missed a couple throws and had an incomplete dump-off after Jonah Elliss sack; first-team offense was off today.
Running back had a couple of nice runs during the 9-on-7 drill; source noted liking what they saw from him in the run game.
Wide receiver made big plays during 1-on-1 drills in camp.
Wide receiver had a great deep-ball-tracking rep over Jahdae Barron, routed Barron up on an out, and capped off the 1-on-1 drill with a 50-yard acrobatic TD catch from Bo Nix; made big plays during 1-on-1s.
Wide receiver put on a show during 1-on-1 drills, separated big time from Pat Surtain II on an out route, beat Surtain on a slant and spun away, caught a strike from Bo Nix for 15 yards in the middle of the field, and has serious slant YAC potential; multiple sources noted his strong performance against elite cornerback competition.
Running back had one good run in the 9-on-7 drill but also took a huge tackle for loss from Zach Allen in team period; mixed performance in run game during camp.
Wide receiver had a rough day and was shut down by UDFA cornerback Brent Austin; camp notes show him with downward trajectory.
Running back had a nice deep TD grab from QB Sam Ehlinger, who had the best offensive play of practice when he hit McLaughlin for a touchdown; also received a TD reception in team drills.
Tight end continued to miss practice after undergoing offseason knee surgery.
Tight end got into a scuffle with Ja'Quan McMillian on Day 4 of camp during the most physical and chippy practice of camp so far, indicating the intensity level was high and both units were jawing back and forth.
Wide receiver is competing with Marvin Mims and Pat Bryant for the WR3 job or snaps and targets in the Broncos offense during camp.
Wide receiver is having a strong camp and competing with Marvin Mims and Troy Franklin for the WR3 job or snaps and targets in the Broncos offense.
Quarterback had the best offensive play of practice on Day 4 when he connected with running back Jaleel McLaughlin for a touchdown, indicating he is executing well during camp drills.
Running back caught a touchdown pass from QB Sam Ehlinger on Day 4, with the source noting it was probably the best offensive play of practice, indicating he is involved in the passing game and making plays during camp.
Veteran wide receiver did not practice on Day 4, likely due to a veteran rest day, indicating the coaching staff is managing his workload during camp.
Tight end continued to miss practice on Day 4 after undergoing offseason knee surgery, indicating he remains in recovery and unavailable for camp activities.
Explosive wide receiver has been making plays all camp, including against top cornerback Pat Surtain II, and is looking as advertised. Waddle is one of the more explosive playmakers in the NFL and is pairing his playmaking ability with Marvin Mims to give the Broncos potential for a productive big-play offense this upcoming season.
Wide receiver is receiving strong endorsement from teammate Jaylen Waddle, who called him a 'big fan' and praised his explosiveness and speed. Waddle noted Mims is 'a big play waiting to happen' and emphasized the need to respect his speed. Mims has had a strong start to camp and is pushing for more snaps and targets, competing with Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin for the WR3 job. He is an electric deep threat, dangerous in space, and an All-Pro return man in the final year of his contract, making his playmaking ability valuable to the Broncos' Super Bowl aspirations.
Waddle's direct commentary on working with QB Bo Nix reveals strong chemistry and confidence in the quarterback's decision-making and support. Nix demonstrated leadership and trust-building by approaching Waddle during practice and telling him, 'Hey brother, don't think, just play. I got you,' which Waddle credited as instrumental to his comfort level. Waddle stated, 'I love Bo,' indicating a positive working relationship that supports offensive execution and receiver confidence.
Waddle is integrating smoothly into the Broncos offense and culture; he praised the team's defense as top-tier and emphasized the value of competitive practice reps against a high-quality unit. The source notes that daily back-and-forth with the defense—from front to back end and linebackers—forces the offense to play true and compete hard, with the defense being difficult to gain yards on. Waddle also highlighted the energy from Broncos fans at training camp and the welcoming team culture, describing the locker room as a big family that makes it easy to come to work and compete.
Wide receiver Pat Bryant was tested by cornerback Pat Surtain II during 1-on-1 drills on Day 4, with Surtain recording a pass breakup. Bryant was also tested deep by Bo Nix in coverage drills.
Tight end Evan Engram has not had much involvement recently in practice and got into a skirmish with linebacker Ja'Quan McMillian on Day 4, indicating reduced offensive role and potential tension.
Running back Jonah Coleman had a couple of good runs during Day 4 practice, showing promise in the running game despite the overall tough sledding for the offense's run game.
Wide receiver Marvin Mims made big plays during 1-on-1 drills on Day 4, contributing to a strong performance by the receiving corps alongside Troy Franklin and Jaylen Waddle.
Wide receiver Troy Franklin had a strong Day 4 with multiple big plays during 1-on-1 drills. He had great deep-ball-tracking rep over safety Jahdae Barron and routed Barron up on an out. Franklin capped off the 1-on-1 drill with a 50-yard acrobatic touchdown catch from Bo Nix, demonstrating strong receiving ability and ball-tracking skills.
Running back RJ Harvey had a run for nothing during the team period on Day 4 as the defensive line dominated. Head Coach Sean Payton discussed Harvey's development, noting that in his first year he had a bigger impact in the passing game with route-running than in the run game due to rotation. Payton highlighted Harvey's natural hands and instinctive play, citing a scramble play at Kansas City where Harvey made a broken-play catch in the end zone.
Running back JK Dobbins had limited success in the 9-on-7 run drill on Day 4, with the defense dominating the period. However, he did have one good run and was barking at Denver's defense on the sideline, getting into a verbal exchange with safety Talanoa Hufanga during what was described as the chippiest practice of camp.
Quarterback Sam Ehlinger had the best offensive play of Day 4 practice, sprinting to the left on a play-action, stopping, and throwing to the right side of the field where running back Jaleel McLaughlin was wide open for a touchdown. This performance highlights Ehlinger's mobility and decision-making.
Quarterback Bo Nix had a mixed Day 4 performance. He scrambled up the middle for a huge gain on a play-action play early in the team period and threw a 15-yard strike to Jaylen Waddle in the middle of the field. However, the source notes his first-team offense was off, with Nix missing a couple of throws and the offensive line allowing Alex Singleton to rush free through the A-gap.
Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle put on a strong performance during 1-on-1 drills, separating big time from cornerback Pat Surtain II on an out route and beating him on a slant while spinning away. He also caught a 15-yard strike from Bo Nix in the middle of the field. The source notes Waddle has "serious slant YAC potential," indicating strong receiving ability and yards-after-catch upside.
Wide receiver Hakeem Butler had a rough Day 4 and was shut down by UDFA cornerback Brent Austin, indicating a difficult practice performance against the secondary.
Running back Jaleel McLaughlin had a strong Day 4 performance, catching a touchdown pass from QB Sam Ehlinger on a deep play-action play where Ehlinger sprinted left, stopped, and threw to the right side of the field where McLaughlin was wide open. The source notes this as the best offensive play of the day and highlights McLaughlin's receiving ability.
Tight end Caleb Lohner continued to miss practice after undergoing offseason knee surgery, indicating an extended recovery timeline from his procedure.
Tight end was involved in a scuffle with Ja'Quan McMillian during Day 4's most physical and chippy practice of camp so far, with the two units jawing back and forth.
Quarterback had probably the best offensive play of Day 4 practice when he hit running back Jaleel McLaughlin for a touchdown during the physical practice session.
Wide receiver is competing with Marvin Mims and Pat Bryant for the WR3 job and snaps in the Broncos offense.
Wide receiver is having a strong camp and competing with Marvin Mims and Troy Franklin for the WR3 job and snaps in the offense.
Veteran wide receiver did not practice on Day 4, likely receiving a veteran rest day during the physical camp session.
Tight end continued to miss practice after undergoing offseason knee surgery, indicating an extended recovery timeline from the procedure.
Running back was on the receiving end of probably the best offensive play of Day 4 practice, when QB Sam Ehlinger hit him for a touchdown during the physical practice session.
Explosive wide receiver has been making plays throughout camp, including against top cornerback Pat Surtain II, and is looking as advertised. Waddle is one of the more explosive playmakers in the NFL and is part of a potential productive big-play offense alongside Marvin Mims.
Wide receiver has had a strong start to camp and is pushing for more snaps and targets in the offense. Jaylen Waddle publicly praised Mims as a 'big fan,' highlighting his explosive playmaking ability, speed, and big-play potential. Mims is competing with Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin for the WR3 job and snaps, while also serving as an All-Pro return man. In the final year of his contract, his value to the team's Super Bowl hopes exceeds potential trade return value.
.@MatthewBerryTMR on WR Malik Nabers: "When he's healthy, he has legitimate top-5 fantasy WR upside. Health is really the only thing keeping me from planting my flag even harder. But until we get closer to August, we really won't know if he's 100% back to being THAT DUDE."
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The Bears are investing heavily in offensive line infrastructure to ensure quarterback Caleb Williams succeeds, signing Wright to a record-breaking contract and building a top-tier offense around him. The Bears came off an 11-6 season in 2025 where they won their first playoff game since 2011.
Jordan Love on TE Tucker Kraft: “Tuck is one of those guys that brings the energy, that dawg mindset. Everybody knows when he’s out there on the field what he is going to bring to the table. I’m expecting big things from him when he gets back.” (@heykayadams/@UpAndAdamsShow)
The receiver was denied a touchdown on a red zone fade when rookie cornerback Colton Hood ripped away a throw from Jameis Winston for an incompletion.
The running back was stopped for what appeared to be a short loss by rookie cornerback Colton Hood in run support during practice.
The wide receiver missed practice with what head coach John Harbaugh called 'a little knee swelling.'
The wide receiver continued his routine of working briefly at the start of practice, participating in position drills and catching some passes before ending his session early.
Winston had a poor two-day stretch during camp. On Monday he had 'a terrible day,' and on Tuesday he was 'largely off-target.' His worst throw was a ball picked off in the end zone by Jason Pinnock, where Winston threw the ball directly to the defender.
In a game-winning red zone situation (third-and-goal from the 3-yard line), Dart scrambled in for a touchdown but then threw the ball at cornerback Greg Newsome after the play, drawing a 15-yard taunting penalty that forced the team to kick a 48-yard extra point instead of a shorter attempt. Head coach John Harbaugh was clearly displeased, saying 'for the game-winning extra point, we don't want it to be a 50-yard extra point,' signaling Dart needs to control his emotions in critical moments.
Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster missed practice due to what head coach John Harbaugh described as "a little knee swelling." This represents a minor but notable injury concern during the early stages of training camp.
Malik Nabers continued his established routine of limited practice participation during camp. He worked briefly at the start of practice, participated in position drills, caught some passes, then called it a day. This pattern suggests ongoing injury management or recovery protocol.
Winston had a terrible day on Monday and followed it with another largely off-target performance on Tuesday. His worst throw was an interception in the end zone, picked off by Jason Pinnock, where Winston threw the ball directly to the defender. The source notes this pattern of inaccuracy across multiple days of camp.
In a game-winning red zone drill situation (third-and-goal from the 3-yard line, :42 left, trailing by 6), Dart scrambled in for a touchdown but drew a 15-yard taunting penalty after jawing with cornerback Greg Newsome and throwing the ball at him. The penalty forced the team to back up the extra point attempt to 48 yards. Head coach John Harbaugh was clearly displeased, noting that for a game-winning extra point, the team does not want a 50-yard attempt.
Ian Hartitz highlights the Bengals' high offensive potential, noting that the team struggled last season primarily due to Joe Burrow's health; when Burrow was healthy in 2024, the Bengals functioned as the sixth-best scoring offense in the NFL.
Bryce Young will not play in the Hall of Fame Game preseason opener as the Panthers rest their established offensive starters. Head coach Dave Canales confirmed he won't rely on any starters for Thursday's exhibition opener, though that could change against the Buffalo Bills on Aug. 15.
Chuba Hubbard is the current starter in the Panthers backfield, positioned ahead of Jonathon Brooks on the depth chart. Hubbard had a strong 2024 campaign followed by a modest but workable 2025 effort, making him the obvious choice to lead the backfield.
If the season started today, Chuba Hubbard would start over Jonathon Brooks after the veteran back split carries with breakout star Rico Dowdle last season. Dowdle turned that electric season into a two-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency, opening the door for Brooks or another back to work their way into a prominent workload. Even if Brooks gets off to a sizzling start, his injury history would suggest a split workload no matter what.
Brooks' average draft position (ADP) is roughly the 100th player off the board in PPR and half-PPR leagues and a top-125 draft pick in standard leagues. He's being drafted as the RB35 to RB40 on average, making him a top-five pick among non-starters. The source recommends drafting Brooks anywhere between the 90th and 110th picks (Round 8 to Round 10 in a 12-team league) as your third or fourth running back, not ahead of key starters.
Brooks should play a key role in Carolina's backfield this year assuming he stays healthy, with an even bigger impact potential for fantasy football teams. The third-year back is a popular pick in redraft leagues and a compelling asset in keeper and dynasty leagues, as the former Texas star teased immense upside coming out of college but has yet to truly show that on an NFL field given his season-ending injuries. This makes Brooks an intriguing but ultimately high-risk pick with a higher ceiling than many of the RB35-40 running backs taken ahead of him; he's the type of pick that could legitimately help win your fantasy league if he comes back healthy and catches fire late in the year.
Brooks suffered his second torn ACL on Dec. 8, 2024, and will not play in the Hall of Fame Game preseason opener Thursday. However, he was cleared by his surgeon in April, worked through OTAs and minicamp without issue, and handled full-speed contact during training camp. Head coach Dave Canales stated Brooks 'looks like the guy that I remember' amid the first healthy training camp of his NFL career. Brooks has said he feels close to 100 percent, and barring a setback, it would be surprising if he doesn't see the field for Carolina in Week 1.
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Tight end/fullback hybrid on the Patriots' roster who did not participate in Tuesday's practice. As a depth option behind Hunter Henry, Eli Raridon, and Tanner Arkin, Westover is competing for limited snaps.
Tight end on the Patriots' roster who remains on the physically unable to perform list as of Tuesday's practice, limiting his availability during training camp.
Tight end on the Patriots' roster competing for depth snaps. After nine training camp practices, Van Vooren was the only member of the depth trio (alongside C.J. Dippre and Jack Westover) present at Tuesday's practice, with the group described as quiet this summer.
Undrafted rookie tight end who has emerged as a surprise of training camp and is currently the TE3 on the Patriots' depth chart due to his abilities as a blocker. After nine training camp practices, Arkin has established himself as the third option behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon.
Third-round rookie tight end serving as the second option on the Patriots' depth chart and a potential heir apparent to Hunter Henry. After nine training camp practices, Raridon has established himself as the clear TE2.
Undisputed TE1 for the Patriots, a position he has held since arriving in 2021. After nine training camp practices, a clear pecking order has emerged at tight end with Henry at the top.
Among the non-roster candidate wide receivers on the Patriots' roster, Dorner had arguably been the best so far this summer as a potential practice squad candidate. He was absent from Tuesday's practice, which may have prompted New England to claim Tejhaun Palmer. Both Dorner and Palmer are similar players in terms of positional usage—both are outside receivers first—and size.
Claimed off waivers by the Patriots from Arizona; a high-end athlete with size/speed combination who is a 2024 sixth-round draft pick entering his third NFL season. Has played just six non-preseason snaps in his lone in-game appearance over the last two years with no statistics to his name. As an outside receiver, Palmer will compete for a limited number of practice squad opportunities alongside other depth wide receivers on the roster.
Tight end on the Patriots roster; the only member of the depth trio (Henry, Raridon, Arkin) who was present at Tuesday's practice, while Dippre remained on PUP and Westover did not participate.
Tight end/fullback hybrid on the Patriots roster who did not participate in Tuesday's practice; outside the top three tight ends in the depth chart hierarchy.
Tight end on the Patriots' physically unable to perform list; remains on the depth chart as one of six tight ends but was not present at Tuesday's practice.
Wide receiver who had arguably been the best among the Patriots' 'other' receivers during training camp but was absent from Tuesday's practice, which may have prompted the team to claim Tejhaun Palmer. Dorner and Palmer are similar players in terms of positional usage—both are outside receivers first—and size; Dorner is a potential practice squad candidate competing for limited roster spots.
Undrafted rookie tight end who has emerged as a surprise of training camp and is the current TE3 due to his abilities as a blocker; one of only three tight ends with a defined role in the Patriots' depth chart hierarchy.
Third-round rookie tight end positioned as the second option and potential heir apparent to Hunter Henry on the Patriots depth chart after nine training camp practices establish a clear pecking order at the position.
Undisputed TE1 on the Patriots roster since arriving in 2021; remains the clear starter with Eli Raridon positioned as the second option and potential heir apparent.
Claimed off waivers by the Patriots following his release from Arizona; a high-end athlete with elite speed who fits the Vrabel regime's type for athleticism-focused acquisitions. Palmer is a 2024 sixth-round draft pick competing for a limited number of practice squad opportunities on a deep wide receiver depth chart; he has played just six non-preseason snaps in his lone in-game appearance over two years with no statistics to his name, but his size/speed combination and athleticism suggest untapped skill potential.
.@BleacherReport ranks Harold Fannin Jr. as just the 33rd-best TE in the NFL... 😶 "A bit of a tweener when it comes to body type, he was impactful after the catch, creating something out of nothing numerous times. He's in line for even more work in his sophomore campaign."
TE Kenyon Sadiq suffered a setback and will miss time as he works his way back from a May hernia operation. Coach Aaron Glenn is optimistic he will return in time for the start of the regular season, but the setback creates uncertainty around his availability for early-season fantasy purposes.
Return specialist Isaiah Williams had an active day at receiver during Jets training camp. His highlight was a diving grab of a deep Smith pass, with Smith showing enthusiasm by sprinting down the field and pumping his fist after the play, suggesting confidence in Williams' receiving ability.
TE Mason Taylor was targeted by Geno Smith on a forced pass through traffic during Jets training camp that resulted in an interception, indicating Smith is looking to involve Taylor in the passing game despite the negative outcome on this particular play.
Geno Smith threw an interception for a second straight day at Jets training camp, attempting to force a pass to TE Mason Taylor through traffic that was deflected and picked off by CB Brandon Stephens. Though he finished practice well after a slow start, the consecutive interceptions suggest early camp struggles.
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
.@BleacherReport ranks the Top 10 TEs in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season: 1. George Kittle 2. Trey McBride 3. Tucker Kraft 4. Brock Bowers 5. Colston Loveland 6. Kyle Pitts 7. David Njoku 8. Tyler Warren 9. Travis Kelce 10. Dallas Goedert
Sounds like Travis Etienne is handling all of the early down work and Alvin Kamara is handling all of the 3D/Passing game work Doesn't expect a 50/50 split, but Kamara seems decently involved
Sounds like Travis Etienne is handling all of the early down work and Alvin Kamara is handling all of the 3D/Passing game work Doesn't expect a 50/50 split, but Kamara seems decently involved
If you missed it - I covered everything through midday today Josh Downs, Jayden Reed, Parker Washington, and more
If you missed it - I covered everything through midday today Josh Downs, Jayden Reed, Parker Washington, and more
If you missed it - I covered everything through midday today Josh Downs, Jayden Reed, Parker Washington, and more
Go ahead and stamp the “2 RBs at the same time” square on your Camp Bingo card [Quoted](
Go ahead and stamp the “2 RBs at the same time” square on your Camp Bingo card [Quoted](
The source humorously references having 'big bags' of Marshawn Lynch for three consecutive years as a metaphor for enduring pain in fantasy football drafting.
Kenny Gainwell says that we’ve seen the “Pony package” where he and Bucky Irving are both on the field in 21 personnel, but that the two have “a bunch” of packages where they’ll play together
Kenny Gainwell says that we’ve seen the “Pony package” where he and Bucky Irving are both on the field in 21 personnel, but that the two have “a bunch” of packages where they’ll play together
Video: Bucs RB Kenny Gainwell worked with Danny Smith in Pittsburgh last year and said the team likes the high energy he brings.
Training-camp signals? • First-team touches • Routes and protection assignments • Repeated usage • Changes in roster security Love, Tuten, Skattebo, Bijan, Gibbs, Brashard Smith +more: <https://sites.google.com/view/rbguy/home/articles-takes/2026-thoughts-and-articles/early-august-nfl-rb-camp-update> #DynastyFF #FantasyFootball [Retweeted](
Training-camp signals? • First-team touches • Routes and protection assignments • Repeated usage • Changes in roster security Love, Tuten, Skattebo, Bijan, Gibbs, Brashard Smith +more: <https://sites.google.com/view/rbguy/home/articles-takes/2026-thoughts-and-articles/early-august-nfl-rb-camp-update> #DynastyFF #FantasyFootball [Retweeted](
Training-camp signals? • First-team touches • Routes and protection assignments • Repeated usage • Changes in roster security Love, Tuten, Skattebo, Bijan, Gibbs, Brashard Smith +more: <https://sites.google.com/view/rbguy/home/articles-takes/2026-thoughts-and-articles/early-august-nfl-rb-camp-update> #DynastyFF #FantasyFootball [Retweeted](
WR Aaron Anderson left practice early with the medical staff on Day 6, indicating a potential injury during team drills.
QB Deshaun Watson started a back-to-back 11-on-11 series with an offensive pre-snap penalty, contributing to poor offensive execution in limited passing drills.
QB Dillon Gabriel had an off day in training camp after receiving praise earlier; he airmailed a simple sideline throw over the receiver and was intercepted by S Christopher Edmonds in 7-on-7 drills.
WR Isaiah Bond made a difficult catch on a tipped ball from QB Shedeur Sanders, showing concentration and ball skills despite the deflection by CB Myles Bryant.
WR Gage Larvadain was targeted by QB Shedeur Sanders on a downfield pass down the middle, showing early connection with the quarterback in training camp.
QB Shedeur Sanders had a strong day in team drills, getting significantly more passing opportunities than other quarterbacks; he completed a pass to WR Gage Larvadain down the middle and had multiple completions despite limited overall passing volume in practice.
WR KC Concepcion was hit late in practice on Monday and reported sore; head coach Todd Monken said he was fine. Concepcion did individual work on Tuesday but was rested for team drills as a precaution.
QB Shedeur Sanders completed a downfield pass to WR Gage Larvadain down the middle during Day 6 of Browns training camp; while he may have had too much time to throw, the completion was still a positive play.
WR KC Concepcion was fine and just a little sore after going down at the end of practice on Day 5; he did some individual work on Day 6 but was rested for team drills.
WR Isaiah Bond made a difficult catch during Day 6 of Browns training camp, hanging on to the ball after it was tipped by CB Myles Bryant.
QB Dillon Gabriel had an off day during Day 6 of Browns training camp; despite prior praise, he airmailed a simple sideline throw over the receiver and was picked off by S Christopher Edmonds in 7-on-7 drills.
WR Aaron Anderson left early with the medical staff during Day 6 of Browns training camp.
The Bucs have “a bunch” of packages where Kenneth Gainwell and Bucky Irving will share the field, per @riverhwells.
The Bucs have “a bunch” of packages where Kenneth Gainwell and Bucky Irving will share the field, per @riverhwells.
Kenneth Gainwell said the Bucs have "a bunch" of packages where he and Bucky Irving will play together, per @riverhwells. Including the "Pony Package."
Veteran backup for the Cardinals behind Jacoby Brissett; his battle with third-round rookie Carson Beck will be one to watch as the summer heats up; may fill in as the team's QB2.
Cardinals QB1 after reworking his contract with the organization for the 2026 season; will likely get the call in Week 1 as the team's starting quarterback.
2023 No. 1 overall selection entering a critical season for his career; Panthers QB1 ahead of Kenny Pickett and Haynes King; has shown flashes under Dave Canales' guidance but has yet to find the consistency needed to be considered a bona fide franchise passer; Panthers picked up his fifth-year option this offseason; will get at least one more season to prove he's the long-term answer for the Panthers in 2027.
2022 first-round pick by Pittsburgh Steelers now on his fifth team in four seasons after failing to latch on with Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns, and Las Vegas Raiders; starting for the Panthers in the Hall of Fame game; looking to stick to an NFL roster.
Third-round pick (67th overall) by the Cardinals in the 2026 NFL Draft from University of Miami and University of Georgia; starting in the Hall of Fame game on Thursday despite being fourth on the depth chart behind Jacoby Brissett, Gardner Minshew, and Kedon Slovis; Beck said the start was a surprise and he had no expectations of starting going into the game.
Wilson engaged in similar competitive red zone behavior during last year's training camp, establishing a precedent for the type of quarterback intensity the Giants organization tolerates and encourages.
Tight end Likely stepped between Dart and Newsome during the red zone competition, characterizing the interaction as normal training camp intensity; Likely praised Dart's competitive 'dog' mentality as the type desired in a quarterback, noting the red zone context where points are at stake.
Dart is the Giants' starting quarterback in training camp, executing red zone touchdown runs and demonstrating the competitive, feisty demeanor the team encourages; head coach John Harbaugh emphasized Dart's understanding of boundaries after a taunting penalty on a simulated game-tying TD run, signaling confidence in Dart's role and mindset while reinforcing discipline.
In his second practice back from the non-football injury list, Jennings was part of the top punt team and the first running back up with the second-stringers, taking the spot in the rotation previously held by Lan Larison. The source notes Larison himself remains ahead of Jam Miller, establishing the current pecking order in the team's eyes.
Hauled in four receptions on Tuesday with his most notable play being a deep sideline shot from Tommy DeVito for what would have been a 40-plus-yard touchdown in a true game setting. The source notes the veteran has been productive the last two days and continues to be a key target in select situations.
Showed no signs of limitation from his dislocated thumb suffered on Monday. The offseason trade pickup looked no less impressive than he had after suffering the injury, catching all four of his targets including three on slants from Drake Maye.
Caught a team-leading five passes in team drills on Tuesday, doing most of his damage against the second-string defense. Despite remaining the factual WR4 behind A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and DeMario Douglas, the source notes both Drake Maye and Tommy DeVito have shown significant trust in him, rewarding that trust with multiple downfield receptions including in both QBs' two-minute drill situations.
In his second practice back from the non-football injury list, Jennings was part of the top punt team and the first running back up with the second-stringers. This meant he took the spot in the rotation previously held by Lan Larison, who himself remains ahead of Jam Miller. The source indicates this appears to be the current pecking order in the team's eyes.
Hauled in four receptions on Tuesday, with his most notable play being a deep sideline shot from Tommy DeVito for what would have been a 40-plus-yard touchdown in a true game setting. The source notes the veteran has been productive the last two days and continues to be a key target in select situations.
Showed no signs of limitation from his dislocated thumb suffered on Monday. The offseason trade pickup looked no less impressive than he had after suffering the injury, catching all four of his targets including three on slants from Drake Maye.
Caught team-leading five passes in team drills on Tuesday, doing most of his damage against second-string defense. Remains factual WR4 behind A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and DeMario Douglas, but the source notes both Drake Maye and Tommy DeVito show significant trust in him, rewarding that trust with multiple downfield receptions including in both QBs' two-minute drill situations.
Keaton Mitchell is a high-upside late-round handcuff; the offensive coordinator views him as a "matchup issue" with untapped pass-catching value, and he benefits from an improved offensive line and coaching staff.
The source is uncertain about how a potential Stefon Diggs trade would impact Terry McLaurin's specific fantasy outlook, suggesting it would primarily affect the team's second and third receiving options.
The source believes a potential trade for Stefon Diggs would be "absolutely massive" for Jayden Daniels' fantasy outlook, providing him with a superior receiving option and a serious step forward for his production.
Despite generating significant training camp buzz, the source remains skeptical of Parker Washington's sixth-round ADP, noting that beat reporter praise is common every offseason; the source ranks him as a seventh-round selection.
DeVonta Smith is currently dealing with a hamstring injury; the source advises monitoring the situation without making drastic ranking adjustments yet.
Despite being the more dynamic and explosive back, Trevon Henderson is struggling with pass blocking, which may prevent him from securing a passing-down role and lead to Rhamondre Stevenson retaining the starting job.
The source notes that if Kyle Manungai's soft tissue injury leads to complications, it could provide a significant boost to DeAndre Swift's job security.
Kenyan Sadiq suffered a setback in his recovery from offseason hernia surgery; the source advises crossing him off draft boards entirely due to the likelihood of a slow start to his rookie season.
The source suggests that if one uses the contract extension as a tiebreaker, Zay Flowers could be drafted over Tee Higgins in the third round.
Zay Flowers received a massive $140 million contract extension from the Baltimore Ravens, but the source notes this does not change his talent profile or the team's offensive structure, and therefore does not warrant significant changes to his fantasy rankings. If using the extension as a tiebreaker, he could be drafted over Tee Higgins in the third round.
Despite training camp usage reports, Jeremiah Love is expected to be the featured running back for the Cardinals given his status as a top-three NFL draft pick. The primary concern is the team's overall offensive projection rather than a committee backfield.
Jonah Coleman is viewed as a depth piece and a jack-of-all-trades who could fill in at either early-down or third-down roles if an injury occurs in the Broncos' backfield.
JK Dobbins is projected to serve as the primary first and second-down grinder for the Broncos, though his touches between the 20s are viewed as having limited fantasy upside.
Sean Payton has confirmed R.J. Harvey will be the Broncos' third-down running back. He is a preferred target after pick 100 on ESPN and Yahoo due to his receiving role and goal-line upside, though he is harder to draft on Sleeper where his ADP is 68.
Travis Etienne's ADP has fallen from a third-round pick to an early-to-mid fourth-round pick across most platforms, including Sleeper, ESPN, and Yahoo.
Following his contract restructure, reports indicate Alvin Kamara will be running alongside Travis Etienne in the Saints' offense.
Despite a massive contract extension, Bijan Robinson's fantasy ranking remains unchanged at 1.02.
Tua Tagovailoa is projected to be the Week 1 starter for Atlanta, though the source notes this does not change the offensive outlook based on sportsbook data.
Despite coach speak comparing him to Amon-Ra St. Brown, the source has not updated his rankings for Luther Burden. He is a target in ESPN drafts (5th round) but an avoid on Sleeper where his ADP rises to the beginning of the fourth round.
Following Ricky Pearsall's season-ending injury, Deebo Samuel is considered an enticing late-round pickup, particularly in best ball formats.
If the 49ers' depth running backs miss extended time, Christian McCaffrey could realistically be in line for another 400-touch season.
Khalil Herbert has signed with San Francisco, providing depth to the backfield, though it does not impact Christian McCaffrey's outlook.
Jordan James is dealing with a rib injury, which the source is monitoring as part of the 49ers' running back depth situation.
Christian Kirk is currently dealing with a calf injury.
Mike Evans is dealing with a quad injury; the source has downgraded him from a fourth-round pick to a fifth-round pick due to the injury and his age.
Malik Nabers is looking healthy and has avoided the PUP list, leading to increased confidence and a rise in draft position from the fourth round to the 2/3 turn.
Packers' Jordan Love on WR Matthew Golden: "He's very hungry. Since he got here last year — you can tell — he wants the ball. He was able to stay patient, and now it's going to be his time to go out there and make these plays on the field." (via @heykayadams / @UpAndAdamsShow)
Packers' Jordan Love on WR Matthew Golden: "He's very hungry. Since he got here last year — you can tell — he wants the ball. He was able to stay patient, and now it's going to be his time to go out there and make these plays on the field." (via @heykayadams / @UpAndAdamsShow)
Bills running back; was tackled by rookie linebacker Kaleb Elarms-Orr on what looked like a perfectly blocked run play, and also lined up against Elarms-Orr on a wheel route where the rookie forced an incompletion.
Bills tight end; was hit by rookie linebacker Kaleb Elarms-Orr after making a catch going to the ground during team drills at training camp. The late-ish hit sparked a large scuffle and drew criticism from offensive teammates, though offensive lineman Spencer Brown acknowledged the value of Elarms-Orr's aggressive play.
Tangential debate about Bateman's Ravens production following OBJ's departure. One comment claims Bateman had 850 yards and 9 TDs the year after OBJ was cut; another counters that Bateman has only 2147 rec yards and 15 rec TDs over 5 seasons, sarcastically suggesting 'Bateman just sucks' and 'the corpse of Odell is arguably better.' Community divided on whether Bateman benefited from OBJ's exit or is simply a bust.
Mentioned as one of Giants' locked-in WRs. No specific fantasy commentary.
Currently sidelined and not yet playing against defense in practice; OBJ is essentially subbing in for him. Nabers is a locked-in starter and OBJ's reps are temporary fill-in work. One comment jokes 'Can't overthrow Nabers' in reference to QB Jaxson Dart's accuracy issues.
Mentioned as one of Giants' locked-in WRs alongside Nabers, Slayton, and Fields in depth-chart discussion. No specific fantasy commentary or sentiment attached.
Getting first-team reps with Giants, but community consensus is heavily skeptical. OBJ is filling in as WR3/placeholder while Nabers and Slayton are sidelined; he's on the fringe and not expected to be fantasy-relevant long-term. Multiple comments emphasize he's 'washed' and hasn't had 35+ catches in a season since 2015. Thread treated as classic early-August hype post; top comment (338 upvotes) flatly states 'we are not doing this.' Sarcastic draft jokes dominate (first-round picks, Josh Gordon comparisons). Ravens fan notes the offense must be 'dire' if OBJ is earning these reps.
Absolutely nothing to worry about on Kyle Monangai - back to back days practicing and back in team drills today
The New England Patriots claimed wide receiver Tejhaun Palmer off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday afternoon. Palmer, a 26-year-old 6-foot-2, 210-pound sixth-round pick (No. 191 overall) from the 2024 draft, spent the majority of his initial two regular seasons on the Cardinals' practice squad before being promoted to the 53-man roster ahead of Arizona's finale in January. He saw four snaps on offense and two snaps on special teams in his debut before being waived on Monday.
Tight end C.J. Dippre is on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, further limiting the Patriots' tight end depth to six active players.
Veteran tight end Julian Hill was lost to injured reserve in June, reducing the Patriots' tight end room to six players heading into late August of training camp.
The New England Patriots claimed wide receiver Tejhaun Palmer off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday afternoon after the ninth practice of training camp. Palmer, a 26-year-old 6-foot-2, 210-pound sixth-round pick (No. 191 overall) from the 2024 draft, spent the majority of his initial two regular seasons on Arizona's practice squad before being promoted to the 53-man roster ahead of the Cardinals' finale in January, where he saw four snaps on offense and two snaps on special teams in his debut before being waived on Monday. The Patriots now have 12 wide receivers on the active depth chart.
Palmer, a 26-year-old sixth-round pick by Arizona in 2024 out of UAB, was claimed by the Patriots off waivers after the Cardinals waived him on Monday. He spent the majority of his first two NFL seasons on the practice squad before signing to Arizona's active roster on Jan. 3 and appearing in the regular-season finale.
Carson Beck on starting the HOF game: "I think the last time I was nervous was when I was 8 yeas old. Our city championship, pop warner."
Nichols was thrown into RB3 reps pretty evenly throughout camp alongside Kaleb Johnson and Eli Heidenreich as the Steelers evaluate the third running back role.
Heidenreich was thrown into RB3 reps pretty evenly throughout camp alongside Kaleb Johnson and Lew Nichols. He also lined up as a first-team kickoff returner alongside Kaden Wetjen.
Wetjen took a jet sweep from Will Howard during practice and gained about 10 yards, which got a big reaction from the crowd. He also lined up as a first-team kickoff returner alongside Eli Heidenreich.
Metcalf beat Jamel Dean for a touchdown during red zone drills on consecutive plays with Roman Wilson also scoring against Dean.
Wilson has consistently been running with the first team offense throughout camp and has made the most of those opportunities. He beat Jamel Dean on a dig route for a wide open touchdown in red zone drills on a pass from Aaron Rodgers, then connected with Rodgers on a slant route to end practice with another touchdown during two-minute drills. The source notes Wilson continues to be one of Rodgers' favorite targets in camp.
Jaylen Warren continues to lead the way with the first team alongside Rico Dowdle in the Steelers' running back rotation. The source notes fans should feel confident in what the duo of Warren and Dowdle can accomplish.
Rico Dowdle continues to lead the way with the first team alongside Jaylen Warren in the Steelers' running back rotation during training camp.
The second-year running back had the best single run of any of the RB3 candidates (Johnson, Eli Heidenreich, and Lew Nichols) during a practice that emphasized the run game. On one rep, he picked up nearly 20 yards on a toss play where Max Iheanachor created a lane for him.
Kaden Wetjen took a jet sweep from Will Howard during practice and gained about 10 yards, which got a big reaction from the crowd. Wetjen also lined up as a first-team kickoff returner alongside Eli Heidenreich.
Running back Lew Nichols was one of the RB3 candidates thrown into reps pretty evenly throughout camp thus far. The source notes the Steelers have tough decisions to make in the running back room, with Nichols competing alongside Kaleb Johnson and Eli Heidenreich for the RB3 role.
Running back Eli Heidenreich was one of the RB3 candidates thrown into reps pretty evenly throughout camp thus far. The source notes the Steelers have tough decisions to make in the running back room, with Heidenreich competing alongside Kaleb Johnson and Lew Nichols for the RB3 role. Heidenreich also lined up as a first-team kickoff returner alongside Kaden Wetjen.
Wide receiver DK Metcalf beat cornerback Jamel Dean for a touchdown during red zone drills on consecutive plays where Dean was also beaten by Roman Wilson.
Roman Wilson has consistently been running with the first team offense throughout camp and has made the most of those opportunities. During red zone drills, Wilson beat Jamel Dean on a dig route for a wide open touchdown on a pass from Aaron Rodgers. Wilson also connected with Rodgers on a slant route to end practice with a touchdown during the two-minute drill. The source notes that Wilson continues to be one of Rodgers' favorite targets in Latrobe.
Jaylen Warren continues to lead the way with the first team running back group alongside Rico Dowdle. The source notes that fans should feel confident in what the duo of Warren and Dowdle can accomplish. During the physical practice, Payton Wilson made an impact play by getting in the backfield in a hurry to save what would have been a big gain for Warren on one particular rep.
Rico Dowdle continues to lead the way with the first team running back group alongside Jaylen Warren. The source notes that fans should feel confident in what the duo of Warren and Dowdle can accomplish, despite the Steelers having tough decisions to make in the running back room regarding the RB3 role.
The second-year running back had the best single run of any of the RB3 candidates (Johnson, Eli Heidenreich, and Lew Nichols) during a physical practice that emphasized the run game. On a toss play with Max Iheanachor blocking, Johnson picked up nearly 20 yards before being touched. The source notes the Steelers have thrown Johnson and the other RB3 candidates into reps pretty evenly throughout camp thus far, but Johnson's performance on this day stood out.
Been around my fair share of football practices and can honestly say I have never seen this tactic Can't CeeDee Lamb
QB Carson Beck on if he's nervous before his first NFL start: "I don’t think so. I think the last time I was nervous was when I was like 8 years old, maybe. It’s a game at the end of the day. I have the opportunity to go out there and have fun, and play the game that I love."
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Brate scored a late touchdown for Tampa Bay with a successful two-point conversion, though these closing points did little more than reduce the final margin as Dallas had already controlled the game decisively.
Jones scored Tampa Bay's first touchdown of the game on a 30-yard reception from Tom Brady late in the third quarter, though the two-point conversion attempt failed. His touchdown was the Buccaneers' only offensive score in the first three quarters as Dallas dominated the game.
Gallup scored a touchdown on a two-yard reception from Prescott during the third-quarter drive, capping an 86-yard scoring march in eight plays that extended the Cowboys' lead to 24-0 and effectively put the game out of reach.
Lamb was a key target in the Cowboys' dominant playoff performance, recording a 26-yard reception in the third quarter and later finding the end zone on a fourth-and-four play late in the game when Prescott found him completely uncovered for a touchdown. His two receptions for 52 yards and a touchdown demonstrated his importance to the offense.
Schultz was a primary target for Prescott throughout the game, recording a 22-yard touchdown reception on the Cowboys' opening scoring drive, an 11-yard touchdown with 27 seconds remaining in the first half, and a juggling 26-yard reception in the third quarter. His three receptions for 59 yards and two touchdowns made him a focal point of the offense during the dominant playoff performance.
Pollard contributed 25 rushing yards on four carries during the Cowboys' opening 80-yard scoring drive, and later broke an 18-yard run during the third-quarter drive that set up Michael Gallup's touchdown. His involvement in multiple scoring drives demonstrated his role in the team's dominant ground game during this playoff performance.
Prescott led the Cowboys to a dominant 31-14 playoff victory over Tampa Bay, producing one of the most complete performances of the modern Cowboys era. He directed multiple scoring drives, including an 80-yard, 15-play drive where he kept the ball on a bootleg for a touchdown, and completed 7 of 9 passes on an 80-yard drive capped by an 11-yard touchdown pass to Schultz with 27 seconds remaining in the first half. He also found CeeDee Lamb for a touchdown on fourth-and-four late in the game, demonstrating clutch decision-making and execution under pressure.
Brate caught a late touchdown pass in the Cowboys' dominant 31-14 playoff victory, with a successful two-point conversion following. The closing points did little more than reduce the final margin, as Dallas had already controlled the game at the line of scrimmage and secured the victory.
Jones caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from Brady late in the third quarter of the Cowboys' dominant 31-14 playoff victory. The touchdown was one of the few bright spots for Tampa Bay in an otherwise lopsided game in which the Cowboys controlled the line of scrimmage and prevented Brady from creating a comeback.
Brady suffered a decisive defeat to the Cowboys on January 16, 2023, in what would be the final game of his career. He had never lost to the Cowboys in seven previous meetings, but Dallas dominated the Buccaneers 31-14 in Tampa. Brady was intercepted by Jayron Kearse in the red zone on second-and-goal when he attempted to throw the ball away in the back of the end zone; the interception was Brady's first in the red zone since 2019 and prevented Tampa Bay from changing momentum. Brady finally put Tampa Bay on the board late in the third quarter with a 30-yard touchdown pass to Julio Jones, but the Cowboys had already controlled the game at the line of scrimmage and prevented Brady from creating the type of comeback that defined his career.
Gallup caught a two-yard touchdown pass from Prescott during the third-quarter 86-yard drive in the Cowboys' dominant 31-14 playoff victory over Tampa Bay. His touchdown reception was part of the Cowboys' sharpest game of the season, in which they controlled the game at the line of scrimmage and prevented Brady from creating a comeback.
Lamb was a key target in the Cowboys' dominant third-quarter drive, adding a 26-yard catch during the 86-yard scoring march. He was also found completely uncovered by Prescott for a touchdown on fourth-and-four at the Tampa Bay 18-yard line, demonstrating his role in the Cowboys' sharpest game of the season and their 31-14 playoff victory.
Schultz was a primary target for Prescott in the Cowboys' dominant playoff victory, catching three touchdown passes. He hauled in a 22-yard touchdown on the opening scoring drive, an 11-yard touchdown with 27 seconds remaining in the first half, and a 26-yard reception on the third-quarter drive. His three touchdown receptions and consistent production highlighted his role in the Cowboys' sharpest game of the season.
Pollard carried four times for 25 yards during the opening 80-yard scoring drive that resulted in a Dak Prescott touchdown pass to Dalton Schultz. Later in the game, Pollard broke an 18-yard run during the third-quarter 86-yard drive that set up a Michael Gallup touchdown. His contributions in the Cowboys' dominant 31-14 playoff victory over Tampa Bay demonstrated his role in the team's sharpest game of the season.
Prescott directed one of the defining drives of the night in the Cowboys' dominant 31-14 playoff victory over Tampa Bay on January 16, 2023. He led an 80-yard, 15-play drive that consumed over eight minutes of clock, then kept the ball on a bootleg for a touchdown on fourth-and-goal from the one. He completed 7 of 9 passes on an 80-yard scoring drive with 27 seconds remaining in the half, found Schultz for a 22-yard touchdown on the opening scoring drive, and orchestrated an 86-yard drive in eight plays after halftime that featured a touchdown pass to Michael Gallup. The Cowboys produced their sharpest game of the season, with Prescott protected at the line of scrimmage and preventing Brady from creating a comeback.
Bucs OC Zac Robinson says Tez Johnson has had a great camp: “You feel his juice out there." (@PewterReport)
Lions reserve RB suffered a poked eye and broken nose at training camp; timeline unclear but head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism that recovery would not be lengthy, saying 'He's going to be out for a little bit here' and 'We're hopeful vision should be okay in time.'
Undrafted 2022 RB signed by Lions after stints with Bills, Panthers (2022-24), Titans, Steelers, and Jets; played 41 games for Panthers with 52 carries for 203 yards and 3 TDs plus 16 catches for 138 yards, but majority of snaps (405 over three seasons) came on special teams; at 5-foot-9, 190 pounds with decent quickness, willing pass protector, and special teams contributor; signed amid injuries to Gibbs (holdout) and Vaki (eye/nose injury).
Waived by Lions with injury designation after suffering a hamstring injury on Monday; if he clears waivers, he could revert to the Lions' injured reserve list.
Lions No. 1 RB absent from training camp as he holds in for a new contract; absence creates opportunity for backup RBs including newly signed Raheem Blackshear.
Waived by Detroit Lions with injury designation after suffering hamstring injury on Monday. If he clears waivers, he could revert to the Lions' injured reserve list.
Lions No. 1 running back continues to hold in for a new contract, remaining absent from training camp activities.
Lions reserve running back suffered poked eye and broken nose at training camp. Head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about recovery timeline, stating 'He's going to be out for a little bit here' and 'We're hopeful vision should be okay in time.' Campbell indicated Vaki would miss at least one practice but expected him to be okay with time to recover.
Signed by Detroit Lions to address running back depth amid injuries at training camp. Undrafted in 2022; spent time with Bills, Panthers (2022-24), Titans, Steelers, and Jets. Over three seasons with Panthers (2022-24), played 41 games with two starts, carrying 52 times for 203 yards and three touchdowns, plus 16 catches for 138 yards; majority of playing time came on special teams (405 snaps). At 5-foot-9, 190 pounds, offers decent quickness, willingness to play special teams, and pass protection ability.
Bucs OC Zac Robinson said Chris Godwin and Baker Mayfield told him about 50% of the offense is new, 50% is carryover from Liam Coen's offense. via @PewterReport
Bucs OC Zac Robinson said Chris Godwin and Baker Mayfield told him about 50% of the offense is new, 50% is carryover from Liam Coen's offense. via @PewterReport
Worked out by the Lions on Tuesday as the team evaluates running back depth while Jahmyr Gibbs is unavailable.
Worked out by the Lions on Tuesday as the team evaluates running back depth while Jahmyr Gibbs is unavailable.
Waived by the Lions with an injury designation, indicating a health issue contributed to the roster move.
Signed by the Lions after a tryout; played 41 games for the Panthers from 2022-2024 but saw no regular season action in 2024; career totals include 52 rushing attempts for 203 yards and three touchdowns plus returner duties in Carolina.
The Lions signed Raheem Blackshear while waiting for Gibbs to get on the practice field, suggesting Gibbs is not yet available for practice; the source does not specify injury status or timeline.
Taylor, an unrestricted free agent after the 2025 season, took notice of Robinson's record-setting extension. The timing suggests Taylor may use Robinson's deal as a benchmark for his own upcoming free agency negotiations.
Gibbs and his representatives have been monitoring Robinson's contract negotiations closely, as Gibbs has been executing a similar hold-in through the first days of Lions camp. The parallel situations suggest Gibbs may be seeking comparable market value following Robinson's record-setting running back extension.
Despite Robinson's individual heroics, including a 50-yard touchdown reception in the 2025 season opener against Tampa Bay, the Falcons lost that game and finished with nine losses in another disappointing season. The source notes 'the flip side' is that 'Robinson can't carry the entire team by himself,' highlighting the limitation of relying on one player's explosiveness when the broader offense and team performance falter.
Robinson is positioned as Atlanta's 2025 leader in yards from scrimmage despite the team's offensive uncertainty at quarterback. The source notes he has been 'one of the most electrifying players in the NFL over the last three seasons, with highlight-reel plays a possibility on every snap,' exemplified by his 50-yard touchdown reception in the 2025 season opener against Tampa Bay on his second touch of the year. Running backs coach Michael Pitre praised Robinson's work ethic and potential for continued improvement, stating 'there's a lot of room for him to continue to play.'
Robinson ended his brief hold-in and signed a record-setting extension making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history with $51 million guaranteed over three years and $75 million potential value. Head coach Kevin Stefanski emphasized Robinson's eagerness and readiness, stating the extension 'allows us to get Bijan ready' and that the team will 'slowly get him back in there once he's full go.' The Falcons are protecting their investment by keeping him off the field during early preseason shells, a wise move for the newly secured marquee running back.
Pretty strong words here from Zac Robinson on Bucky Irving If you are into him, you're hoping he regains 2024 form
Bucs OC Zac Robinson calls Bucky Irving “a stud”. (@gregauman)
Chris Godwin Jr. and Baker Mayfield have said the “Zac Robinson offense” is 50% new and 50% from Liam Coen’s system, per @PewterReport
Chris Godwin Jr. and Baker Mayfield have said the “Zac Robinson offense” is 50% new and 50% from Liam Coen’s system, per @PewterReport
Mentioned as exception to age-29-team-change recipe; successfully changed teams at advanced age, but not usual winning formula.
Commanders QB; OP compares Kyler Murray to what everyone thinks Daniels will be. Mentioned as healthy heading into 2026 season.
Commenter's personal contrarian pick: falling in mocks despite Deebo out and Jayden Daniels healthy; could return to 2024 form as solid WR2 with upside.
Commenter notes surprising development: consensus TE5 in dynasty despite injury concerns, but redraft ADP over 100 (ESPN 80-90 range). If healthy week 1, should not fall outside first 100 picks; ADP expected to climb as clarity emerges on availability.
Mentioned by commenter as personal contrarian pick; 3-down back potential in average offense with TD and reception upside, should be drafted right after Judkins not around Aaron Jones. Counterargument: Texans already have 3rd-down back (unclear who), not that great, prefer upsidey guys like Tuten. One supporter: Texans have top-3 defense on paper, will be in lead/close games, 4-yard run on 3rd-and-3 moves chains; 29 years old changing teams (Saquon exception, not usual recipe).
Cardinals TE; gets most value from 13-personnel sets (12% of Cardinals plays, skews redzone). Only safe Cardinals pass-catcher year-long per one Arizona fan. #1 TE by ADP.
Cardinals WR1; was injured during Wilson's breakout stretch last year. Now healthy and returning, which limits Wilson's target share and ceiling. Drafted with same capital as Love (3rd overall).
Re-signed by Broncos to 2yr/$16M deal despite never playing full season, coming off season-ending foot injury, and knee history. Signals Broncos' preference over Harvey as lead back. Averaged 5.0 YPC behind same line where Harvey averaged 3.7 YPC.
Mentioned as competing with Harvey in Broncos backfield; drafted as Dobbins insurance, has been impressive during OTAs and camp per one comment. Part of 3-man backfield with Dobbins and Harvey.
OP: Commanders struggled to run all year, need steady RB for pass protection and receiving; White perfect fit, will get 60+ catches and goal-line work, should be RB20-24 not around handcuffs (Monangai, Corum, Gainwell). Comments: more measured support—one agrees White and Moore are well above current ADP; another notes new OC Blough will use Ben Johnson approach with both White and JCM together (could get messy). Pushback: White never proven as short-yardage back, horribly inefficient runner, muddled backfield with JCM; goal-line work assumption risky. One comment: watched him get stuffed on goal line 3 consecutive downs last year. Consensus: upside exists if Commanders lean on pass-catch...
OP: consistent QB1 fantasy success, now on team with two excellent WRs (MHJ, Wilson) and coach O'Connell (QB whisperer), still runs, should be free tier. Comments: deeply divided—defenders cite perennial stud status when healthy with offensive-minded HC (Kingsbury era), top-10 fantasy QB consistency; skeptics cite repeated disappointment, forced hype, and recent Cardinals collapse under Kingsbury. One comment: O'Connell reputation overstated after recent years; Kyler mediocre NFL QB with fantasy upside only if rushing/scrambling redzone use high. Another: Kyler hate is forced/boring. Consensus: polarizing; upside exists but track record of disappointment makes him risky as QB1.
OP: WR1 for Bears last year despite competition (Odunze, Burden), targets cut in half last year, clearly checked out, now on Bills with Josh Allen and fresh start—similar to AJ Brown trade but without hype; should be Garrett Wilson/Zay Flowers tier, not Mike Evans/Christian Watson. Comments: mostly supportive—several agree Moore is undervalued and getting him in mocks; one defends his 2024 season as best overall among Bears WRs despite 'bad fit' narrative. One pushback: Allen spreads ball around (no Diggs-like target hog since Diggs era), Moore could finish with <80 targets despite being best WR on team. Consensus: undervalued relative to ADP, but Allen's distribution style limits ceiling.
OP: stud WR1 for terrible Cardinals last year, on fire last 8 weeks, QB returning, should not be WR40. Comments: strong pushback—Wilson's breakout coincided with Marvin Harrison Jr. injury; Cardinals passed at historically high rate due to 0 run game; MHJ is now healthy and returning; new OC (not Kingsbury); Cardinals drafted Love 3rd overall and invested heavily in run game, expect passing rate to regress significantly. Wilson is WR2 behind MHJ, 3rd/4th option behind McBride. One comment: flash in the pan due to circumstances (MHJ injury, pass-heavy offense), not a true WR1. Another: only had good games when MHJ was out. Consensus: dependent on MHJ's absence and unsustainable passing vol...
OP: talented pass-catching RB on Sean Payton team; finished RB20 in 2025 despite <50% snap share until week 11, then three top-12 finishes and strong close. Should be top-20 RB. Comments: heavily skeptical—Broncos re-signed Dobbins to 2yr/$16M deal and drafted Coleman (4th round) as insurance, signaling no faith in Harvey as lead back. Harvey averaged 3.7 YPC as workhorse (48 rushes, 128 yards, 2.6 YPC in final 4 games without Dobbins); 8 of 12 TDs came from 5 yards or less (unsustainable); ranked 48th in explosive run%, 40th in success%, 46th in EPA/rush among 49 RBs with 100+ attempts. Averaged 9.9 PPG in PPR when Dobbins played (RB33 pace). Defenders note Payton's track record with pas...
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Most guaranteed money for an RB in NFL history: 1. Jeremiyah Love 2. Bijan Robinson Love has yet to play an NFL snap, while Bijan has 5,600+ career yards and 34 TDs.
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Drew an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after a touchdown run during Giants training camp.
Held out of 11-on-11 drills during Giants training camp.
Did not practice due to knee swelling during Giants training camp.
Camp standout who shook rookie CB Colton Hood in coverage during one-on-one drills, demonstrating strong separation ability and competitive performance against defensive backs.
Saw a major uptick in first-team reps during Giants training camp; John Harbaugh attributed it to day-to-day rotation, but the staff appears to want a better evaluation of Beckham, who has been creating separation without drawing targets with the second-team offense.
Messiah Swinson, a 2025 practice squad player signed in the postseason, is part of Green Bay's current healthy tight end depth chart.
Drake Dabney, a 2025 practice squad player signed in Week 10, is part of Green Bay's current healthy tight end depth chart.
Josh Whyle, a 2025 practice squad call-up, is currently the only healthy tight end available for team drills in Green Bay's tight end room.
Thomas Yassmin was signed by the Packers on an international exemption during training camp as part of their tight end depth additions.
McCallan Castles, who was previously let go by Green Bay pre-draft, was signed during training camp and immediately jumped into second-team offensive snaps on Tuesday; the Packers are relying on depth signings at tight end due to injuries.
Eni Falayi, a UDFA tight end signed by Green Bay, failed his physical upon reporting to camp and was not cleared to join the roster; he was offered a contract worth $125,000 had he passed.
RJ Maryland was waived with an injury designation after suffering a hamstring injury prior to Tuesday's practice; he had signed with Green Bay for $15,000 guaranteed.
Luke Lachey was waived with an injury designation after finishing Monday's practice on a scooter and in a boot; he had previously failed his physical with a hamstring issue earlier in the offseason but was re-signed once healthy.
Luke Musgrave is dealing with a neck injury, remains on the PUP list, and has yet to practice during training camp.
Tucker Kraft is out with an ACL injury and has been ruled out of team drills during training camp.
Starter tight end with neck injury; still on PUP list and has yet to practice; out of team drills and unavailable for preseason preparation.
Starter tight end sidelined with ACL injury and out of team drills; part of a severe tight end depth crisis that has forced Green Bay to sign multiple replacement-level players.
Signed on international exemption during training camp as part of Green Bay's emergency tight end additions; one of three tight ends signed in the last week to address the position's injury crisis.
Signed during training camp after being let go by Green Bay pre-draft; immediately jumped in with the second-team offense on Tuesday, indicating he has secured a roster spot and is in position for meaningful snaps given the tight end depth crisis.
Waived with injury designation after injuring his hamstring prior to Tuesday's practice; had signed with Green Bay for $15,000 guaranteed.
Waived with injury designation after finishing Monday's practice on a scooter and in a boot; this is his second injury setback in the offseason, having previously failed his physical with an unrelated hamstring issue when the Packers initially tried to claim him off waivers.
WR fetched four consecutive targets in 7-on-7 session but first three passes fell incomplete due to deflections by CBs Charvarius Ward and Cam Taylor-Britt; struggled against secondary coverage in camp drills.
TE caught 20-yard gain on crossing route from Jones in final team period; featured alongside Tyler Warren in two tight end sets as part of Colts' vertical passing attack.
WR remained sidelined on physically unable to perform (PUP) list with calf injury; unavailable during Day 6 of camp when Colts' passing attack was most explosive.
WR connected on beautiful 50-yard deep completion from Jones despite tight coverage from CB Charvarius Ward; featured in vertical passing attack as deep threat option.
TE carving out significant role in second NFL season; caught multiple 20-yard receptions including strike over middle and sensational high-point catch near midfield over Bynum; featured in 12 personnel and two tight end sets; developing chemistry with Jones on crossing routes and chunk plays; expected to see significant usage this season.
WR connected on 50-yard deep completion on perfectly placed deep post from Jones, dropping pass over free safety Camryn Bynum; set tone for biggest offensive showing from first-team offense in camp; featured as deep threat in vertical attack.
Slot receiver won on out route for short TD in goal-line period; competitive 1-on-1 drills against CB Justin Walley showed Downs hanging onto throw from Jones to win matchup; featured in vertical passing attack.
RB punched in a pair of rushing TDs in goal-line period; received screen pass that he turned into 50+ yard explosive gain for second straight practice behind strong blocking in open space; featured in vertical attack and receiving game alongside rushing role.
Colts QB signed to two-year, $88M extension (incentives up to $100M) in March; before Achilles injury, led NFL in yards per play (6.3) and points per game (29.8); completed 9-of-11 passes in team drills on Day 6 with multiple explosive plays including 50-yard deep completions to Treadwell and Dulin, 20-yard strikes to Warren, and a 50+ yard screen to Taylor; demonstrated full health, accuracy, and willingness to attack vertically; showed mobility remains a weapon in Steichen's offense.
Westbrook-Ikhene fetched four consecutive targets in 7-on-7 drills but the first three passes fell incomplete due to deflections by cornerbacks Charvarius Ward and Cam Taylor-Britt, indicating struggles against the starting secondary.
Mallory caught a 20-yard crossing route from Jones in the final team period, demonstrating his role as a receiving option in the Colts' two tight end sets alongside Tyler Warren.
Pierce remained sidelined on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list with a calf injury during Day 6 of training camp, limiting his availability as the Colts' deep threat option.
Dulin caught a 50-yard completion from Jones despite tight coverage from cornerback Charvarius Ward, demonstrating his role as a deep threat in the Colts' vertical passing attack and his ability to win contested situations.
Warren is carving out a significant role in the Colts offense entering his second NFL campaign, with the team expected to feature plenty of 12 personnel and two tight end sets. He caught a 20-yard strike over the middle, elevated over free safety Camryn Bynum to high-point a deep throw near midfield, and found space on consecutive 20-yard crossing routes, demonstrating developing chemistry with Jones and consistent opportunities for chunk plays.
Treadwell was the target of a perfectly placed 50-yard deep post completion from Jones on the first play of a field-length offensive period, with Jones dropping the pass over the top of free safety Cam Bynum. This established the tone for the Colts' biggest offensive showing of camp and demonstrated Treadwell's role as a deep threat in the vertical passing attack.
Downs won on an out route for a short touchdown in goal-line drills and won a competitive 1-on-1 matchup against cornerback Justin Walley in slot drills, hanging onto a throw from Jones. He continues to be a featured target in the slot with consistent opportunities against the starting defense.
Taylor punched in a pair of rushing touchdowns in goal-line drills and turned a screen pass from Jones into an explosive 50+ yard gain on consecutive plays, demonstrating his continued role as a featured back in the Colts' offense with opportunities in both rushing and receiving situations.
Jones demonstrated vertical passing attack capability, launching a 50-yard completion to Laquon Treadwell on a deep post, a 20-yard strike to Tyler Warren over the middle, and a 50-yard completion to Ashton Dulin despite tight coverage. He also showed mobility by tucking and running on play-action, and executed screen passes to Jonathan Taylor for explosive gains of 50+ yards, proving Shane Steichen's offense can attack all levels of the field.
On Day 6 of training camp, Jones completed 9-of-11 passes in team drills with perfectly placed throws to different receivers across multiple sessions. He demonstrated full health and readiness to command the offense, stretching the field with accurate deep throws and showing mobility on play-action fakes, establishing that his Achilles injury recovery is complete.
Jones signed a two-year, $88 million extension in March with incentives reaching up to $100M, demonstrating the Colts' commitment to him as their franchise quarterback. Before his season-ending Achilles injury, he had the Colts leading the NFL in both yards per play (6.3) and points per game (29.8), establishing elite offensive efficiency.
Ja'Kobi Lane has "become the star" of Ravens training camp, per @jamisonhensley.
.@jamisonhensley believes rookie WR Ja’Kobi Lane has been the star of Ravens training camp. “This has been an outstanding start to camp for Lane.”
At Texas, Golden competed for targets with Worthy and Isaiah Bond; Golden was a poor target earner at the college level, ranking sixth or seventh by targets per route run on the team, raising bust risk concerns despite his NFL role.
Henderson is being drafted in the fifth round but the source argues he should be going later. Last year, when both Henderson and Rondre Stevenson played in 17 games, Stevenson completely took over the early-down rushing role while Henderson was relegated to passing downs. Henderson is still struggling in pass protection according to beat writers covering training camp. Mike Vrabel specifically noted Henderson's need to recognize where pressure is coming from in disguise defensive looks. Vrabel stated Henderson should be going later in drafts. The source cautions against forcing Henderson as a fantasy asset, noting that his 1,100 total yards last year came largely when Stevenson was out.
GM Brian Gutekunst (March 31) noted Golden needed more targets and was explosive when involved; coach Matt LaFleur (May 27) praised his competitiveness and play style, highlighting his Chicago touchdown; Jordan Love stated Golden is locked in at the X position, and LaFleur did not dispute this assessment, indicating Golden has secured the Romeo Doubs role.
Musgrave, the Packers' second tight end behind Tucker Kraft, has a neck injury and has not been able to stay healthy throughout his career; this injury concern could force the Packers to lean more into 11 personnel, affecting Jaden Reed's usage in two tight end sets.
Williams lost the goal line role, a significant downside shift; his red zone carry share inside the five dropped from 70-80% in prior years to 50% last season, while Blake Corum captured close to 40% of carries inside the five. The Rams rotated possessions between backs, with Williams getting the first two drives and Corum entering on the third drive, indicating reduced high-value touch concentration.
Coach Sean McVay called Corum a stud on July 25th and said he will be a big factor in the Rams' offense this year; McVay named Corum as one of only two offensive players who stepped up in training camp (alongside Terrence Ferguson) and stated Corum is only getting better and better. Corum earned significant trust from McVay, who is now discussing him in the same manner he previously reserved for Kyren Williams. Corum captured close to 40% of red zone carries inside the five last season and has been slowly eating into the possession rotation, moving from a 1-for-2 split with Williams toward more drive-for-drive opportunities.
Head coach Shane Steichen has issued multiple bullish quotes about Josh Downs' role expansion in 2024. On July 28th, Steichen stated that Downs is a tremendous football player and the team is excited about getting him involved in any way possible, including in 12 personnel (outside receiver role) in addition to his existing slot work in 11 personnel. The next day, Steichen doubled down, saying Downs can play inside and outside and that his role is going to improve this season. Colts beat writer Steven Holder reported that Downs has looked fantastic in practice. The source frames this as the opposite of the Jaden Reed effect—a positive role expansion rather than a decline. If Downs struggles on the outside, the team would lean into 11 personnel to ensure he stays on the field. ADP has risen from 110s to 90s in sharper leagues (FFPC/FFC) but remains in the 110s in managed leagues, making him a value target as WR3/WR4 in PPR formats despite some downside risk from the Colts' expected offensive regression. GM Chris Ballard also loves him.
Pierce suffered an offseason injury that has created depth-chart opportunity for Josh Downs and other Colts receivers. The injury is part of the context explaining why the Colts have a general lack of depth at wide receiver and may pursue external free agent help.
Etienne is used as a historical comparison for Bashel Tutin's role in Liam Cohen's offense. The source argues that Etienne has been miscast as a great pass catcher and was not a very good route runner, despite his explosive ability. Tutin is expected to inherit much of the designed work Etienne handled, but the source suggests Tutin, like Etienne, is not a great route runner—rather, he has the yards-after-contact and miss-force ability to succeed on designed screens and plays with space.
Rodriguez is a complete zero in the passing game throughout his NFL career, with only two, one, and three receptions across his three seasons; he is characterized as an early-down grinder with no pass-catching upside. This severely limits his utility in Liam Cohen's intricate, pass-heavy offensive scheme, which requires a pass-catching back to operate at full capacity. Rodriguez is now fully healthy and practicing after recovering from his foot injury, but his lack of receiving production makes him unable to fill the pass-catching back role that the Jaguars need, underscoring why Bashel Tutin must be the primary back in Cohen's scheme.
Jaden Reed faces significant fantasy concerns heading into the season due to receiving corps competition and role uncertainty. Reed has run only 8 routes out of 12 personnel in his entire career; Matthew Golden is entrenched at the X position and would have to fail for Reed to consistently play in two tight end sets, limiting his path to increased playing time. Even without Dantavian Wicks and Romeo Doubs in the mix, Golden is sliding into the traditional boundary receiver role where Wicks was running the majority of his routes, further constraining Reed's opportunity.
Christian Watson is returning from ACL injury and operated as a part-time player last season, running approximately 70% of routes. His snap and route participation rate remain a question mark heading into the new season despite his return, reflecting broader Packers receiver rotation uncertainty.
Caleb Williams is a career 60% completion rate player whose accuracy dipped year-over-year last season; the source questions his ability to consistently push the ball downfield. However, Williams did crush his sack rate and managed pressure well in his rookie year despite being one of the most sacked quarterbacks in NFL history. Ben Johnson's scheme is designed to play to Williams' strengths by emphasizing shallow-to-intermediate completions and low-risk, high-reward plays rather than downfield throws, mitigating his accuracy concerns.
DJ Moore has a catchable target rate of 76%, placing him between Romo Odunze (67% catchable, 14.3 yards aDOT) and Luther Burden (90% catchable, 7.5 yards aDOT) in terms of target quality from Caleb Williams. This mid-range profile suggests Moore has moderate vulnerability to Williams' accuracy variance on deeper routes compared to Burden's shallow-route safety, but more security than Odunze's deep-ball dependency.
Colston Loveland is expected to be a huge part and focal point of the Bears offense alongside Luther Burden; the team has emphasized how much time both players have spent at the facilities. Loveland was drafted to complement Burden in Ben Johnson's low-risk, high-reward passing scheme that emphasizes getting the ball to playmakers in space rather than downfield throws. Loveland is part of the offensive architecture designed to play to Caleb Williams' strengths and mitigate his weaknesses, positioning him as a beneficiary of the scheme's focus on completion percentage and explosive plays from short distances.
Romo Odunze has been dealing with a foot injury and may not be completely 100% himself. He has a higher average depth of target (14.3 yards) and lower catchable target rate (67%) compared to Luther Burden (7.5 yards aDOT, 90% catchable), making him more vulnerable to Caleb Williams' accuracy variance on deep routes and giving him a lower floor in PPR formats. The source views Burden as significantly higher floor than Odunze due to this target profile mismatch.
Luther Burden's ADP has risen significantly, with his hype described as having 'left the station' and 'gone completely to the moon.' Ben Johnson has been effusive in his praise this offseason, calling Burden's off-season approach 'electric' and saying 'I'm buying Luther Burden stock right now.' Burden has been rising in price, consistently going near the 3/4 turn (pick 34) all offseason and creeping into the third round in sharper managed leagues. Johnson emphasized Burden is an explosive athlete dangerous with the ball in his hands, and the team has worked to unlock more of his game beyond screens and short throws. Burden has put on muscle to break tackles better, and he's been calling quarterbacks daily for extra work, addressing prior work-ethic concerns that caused him to fall to the second round despite being mocked around pick 15. The source ranks Burden at 39 overall with consensus ADP of 50–55 overall in managed leagues; he's cheaper on ESPN and more expensive on Sleeper. Burden has a significantly higher floor than Romo Odunze due to target profile: his average depth of target last season was 7.5 yards downfield with 90% catchable targets (vs. Odunze at 67% catchable and 14.3 yards average depth), making him less vulnerable to Caleb Williams' accuracy variance on deep routes. The source views Burden as a potential PPR cheat code with significant second-year breakout potential.
Brooks has been surging upward in ADP, moving into the ninth round in most leagues as his stock rises relative to Chuba Hubbard in the Panthers backfield competition. Dave Canales commented on January 12th that Brooks will have an opportunity to compete to start, signaling the coaching staff's openness to giving him a shot at the lead role. Brooks is being eased in from injury but has generated extensive coaching praise from Canales and offensive coordinator Brad Idz, particularly for his passing game ability, explosiveness, and finishing speed. Canales highlighted an unbelievable catch on a go ball and discussed using Brooks on screens and downfield routes. Brooks brings a different offensive phase than Chuba Hubbard—he excels in the passing game and is a more explosive runner. In a meritocracy, if healthy, Brooks is positioned to get the most usage and has bellcow upside with a locked-in pass-down role providing a usable floor as a low-end flex.
Hubbard has been holding steady in ADP around pick 75 overall (middle of seventh to late eighth round) in sharp money leagues like FFPC and NFC, but his ADP is converging with Jonathan Brooks as the Panthers backfield competition tightens. Hubbard faces a meritocratic backfield competition with Brooks in Carolina under Dave Canales, who has a history of benching established backs when alternatives prove superior (Rico Dowdle precedent). Hubbard dealt with a calf injury last season and lacked explosive runs; Brooks is more explosive and excels in the passing game, giving him potential bellcow upside if healthy. The source assesses that if Brooks is fully healthy, he will likely get the most usage, making Hubbard a risky pick at his current ADP.
McBride is earning at least 25% of targets in the Cardinals offense, which constrains the target distribution available to Harrison and Wilson; his role as a high-volume pass-catcher limits the ceiling for other pass catchers in the offense.
Kendrick Bourne is a distant third option in the Cardinals receiver room behind Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson. He is positioned closer to the middle in the slot role, indicating limited target volume upside in the new Lafeur offense.
Wilson is going in the seventh to early eighth round in most formats. Coach Mike Lafleur has positioned Wilson as a Puka Nakua-type receiver in the offense—a strong, sturdy player who can play between the tackles, insert on safeties, and 'muck it up' in contested situations. Lafleur praised Wilson as 'tough as nails,' 'super competitive,' and 'a really good receiver,' noting similarities to Puka Nakua and Robert Woods in playing style. Wilson will handle the role of inserting on safeties and playing between the tackles in contested situations—a distinct role from Marvin Harrison Jr., who will be moved around the formation. However, Wilson's target share drops dramatically when Harrison is on the field; last season he averaged just 12% target share with Harrison active versus 25% when Harrison was off the field—a huge split that constrains Wilson's fantasy ceiling in the Cardinals offense and makes him a secondary option despite potential value.
Harrison is going in the middle of the sixth round in most formats. Coach Mike Lafleur has clarified that Harrison will be used as a traditional ex receiver with significant motion usage, a major shift from Drew Pettine's static deployment last season. This aligns with Lafleur's comparison of Harrison to DeVonta Adams' role in the offense, not as a player comparison but in terms of positioning and versatility. According to Fantasy Points data, Harrison averaged 1.8 yards per route run when in motion or when motion was present on the play last season; this metric is expected to increase significantly under Lafleur, who is closely connected to his brother Matt Lafleur (Packers head coach) and is known as one of the most genius coaches at using motion to generate leverage. Harrison was WR13 by expected fantasy points in nine games played last season despite high-profile drops and limited availability; the source believes his ceiling remains untapped and that Lafleur's motion-heavy scheme will unlock additional upside, making this a bullish fantasy outlook.
Dalton Kincaid's fourth-down drop near midfield in the AFC Championship against Kansas City left a particularly strong sting, as it came with six minutes and change remaining and the Bills trailing by three after the Chiefs scored a go-ahead field goal. The drop represented a critical missed opportunity in a one-point game that the Bills had led entering the fourth quarter, contributing to their fourth playoff loss to Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs during Josh Allen's tenure.
Allen enters Year 9 as the main character in the Bills' Super Bowl push, demonstrating unwavering confidence and resilience despite repeated playoff heartbreak. The 30-year-old one-time NFL MVP has grown as a leader both on and off the field, now asserting himself across the entire team—offense and defense alike—with a determination fueled by fatherhood and marriage. Brandon Beane credits Allen's progression from a player who wanted to lead on the field to one unafraid to demand accountability from defensive veterans, noting he has 'a huge chip on his shoulder to bring this trophy to Buffalo.' Allen's philosophy: 'You knock enough at the door, it's going to open at some point,' reflects his conviction that the Bills' sustained playoff presence will eventually yield a championship.
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George Holani is going to ‘Zach Charbonnet’ Jadarian Price more than Zach Charbonnet ever ‘Zach Charbonnet’d’ Kenneth Walker
George Holani is going to ‘Zach Charbonnet’ Jadarian Price more than Zach Charbonnet ever ‘Zach Charbonnet’d’ Kenneth Walker
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Walker's addition to Kansas City's roster is cited as a reason the Chiefs may lean more on the run game while Patrick Mahomes eases back from injury, potentially limiting Mahomes' passing volume early in the season.
Williams is cited as a top-16 RB in Dallas's elite offense, supporting Dak Prescott's value as a QB target in guillotine leagues.
Ferguson is cited as a top-12 TE in Dallas's elite offense, supporting Dak Prescott's value as a QB target in guillotine leagues.
Pickens is cited as a healthy top-10 WR in Dallas's elite offense, supporting Dak Prescott's value as a QB target in guillotine leagues.
Lamb is cited as a healthy top-10 WR in Dallas's elite offense, supporting Dak Prescott's value as a QB target in guillotine leagues.
The source won a guillotine league in 2025 by waiting until the eighth round to draft C.J. Stroud, demonstrating the viability of late-round QB selection in guillotine formats.
The source won a guillotine league in 2025 by waiting until the eighth round to draft Drake Maye, demonstrating the viability of late-round QB selection in guillotine formats.
Williams is the source's third QB to avoid in guillotine leagues at QB10 ADP (pick 90). Despite loving his tools, talent, and offensive scheme, the source cites DJ Moore's loss as a significant downside and dislikes the cumulative Weeks 1-3 matchups, which rank as the toughest fantasy QB schedule. Additionally, Williams' rushing production declined sharply: 251 yards and 3 TDs in the first nine weeks, then only 157 yards and 0 TDs in the next nine weeks, reflecting coach Ben Johnson's tendency to lean on the run game when RBs produce (Chicago ranked bottom-third in pass play percentage).
Mahomes is the source's second QB to avoid in guillotine leagues at QB13 ADP (pick 109). Despite being cleared for full training camp participation, the source deems him too risky as a Week 1 starter, especially against Denver, which kept him in the pocket and limited him to 1 TD and 1 INT in Week 11 last season. With Kenneth Walker added to the run game and the Chiefs' earliest bye week (Week 5), the source would be forced to draft another QB for the first five weeks, wasting a roster spot better filled by RB or WR.
Allen is the source's top QB to avoid in guillotine leagues despite being QB1 ADP (pick 19). The source cites Week 1 matchup against Houston as a worst-case scenario; Allen faced Houston last season and finished with 253 passing yards, 2 INTs, 20 rushing yards, and zero TDs—a stat line that would eliminate a first- or second-round QB in Week 1 of a guillotine league.
Mayfield is the source's third QB target in guillotine leagues at QB18 ADP (pick 135). The source identified him as a favorite late-round target in 2024, when he delivered 4,500 passing yards, 41 TDs, 378 rush yards, and 3 rushing TDs. After starting 2025 as an MVP candidate, he was banged up and inconsistent mid-season; the source will buy the dip, citing underrated mobility, a strong WR room despite Mike Evans' departure, and confidence he'll return to high-end production playing for a new contract despite his fourth offensive coordinator in four seasons.
Goff is the source's second QB target in guillotine leagues at QB14 ADP (pick 114). Despite lacking rushing stats and poor-weather performance, Goff's average season yields 4,500+ passing yards and 32 TDs. The Lions' home/away schedule favors guillotine format, with Green Bay and Chicago visits delayed until season's end when replacements are readily available. Week 6 bye is manageable; the source would hesitate to pair Goff with his talented teammates before the bye but considers him a reliable pick in any league format.
Prescott is the source's top-10 QB target in guillotine leagues at QB6 ADP (pick 75). Dallas has the fourth easiest schedule for fantasy QBs through the first three weeks; with healthy CeeDee Lamb (top-10 WR), George Pickens (top-10 WR), Jake Ferguson (top-12 TE), and Javonte Williams (top-16 RB), Prescott leads one of the most talented offenses in the league, making him a worthwhile early investment if drafting a QB early.
Five observations from Day 6 of #Bengals camp: 1. NL Rookie of the Year candidate Sal Stewart attended practice and met the 2021 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. “Every Sunday this jersey is on,” said Stewart. “My girlfriend bought it for me as a Christmas gift. I told her, ‘Hey, I want a Ja’Marr Chase jersey.’” What does Sal admire about Chase? “Everything,” he said. “His explosiveness, his competitiveness. When he came out and said the ‘7-11’ thing — I’m young so I think that’s super cool....
🔬 Jaydon Blue has been having a very strong start to #Cowboys training camp, and Phil Mafah is really standing out today in the second padded practice.
Decent first team period for Kyler Murray, highlighted by ripping a dig against zone to Jauan Jennings
Luke Lachey was waived by the Packers with an injury designation, indicating he was removed from the roster due to a health issue rather than performance.
RJ Maryland was waived by the Packers in corresponding moves to make roster space for the signings of McCallan Castles and Drew Biber, indicating a depth-chart demotion.
Castles, a first-year tight end out of the University of Tennessee, signed a futures contract with the Packers after spending the second half of last season on their practice squad. He was waived by the Packers on April 17, then cycled through the Chargers' and Rams' practice squads during 2025 training camp before the Packers re-signed him. His path reflects depth-chart competition and roster churn typical of undrafted free agents.
Panthers waived wide receiver Ainias Smith as part of roster restructuring; Smith was released to make room for other receiver signings.
Panthers waived wide receiver Gabriel Benyard as part of roster restructuring; Benyard was released to make room for other receiver signings.
Panthers signed wide receiver Elijah Cooks as part of roster moves; Cooks joins the team as Carolina reshuffles its receiver depth chart.
Panthers signed wide receiver Roc Taylor as part of roster moves; Taylor joins the team as Carolina reshuffles its receiver depth chart.
Mike Evans is out with a quad injury; his absence is part of the context for Samuel slotting into the No. 2 wide receiver role for San Francisco.
Ricky Pearsall experienced knee soreness that will cost him the entire 2026 season; his absence opened the door for Samuel's return to San Francisco, as Pearsall was expected to contribute the most in terms of separation at wide receiver.
Kyle Juszczyk praised Samuel as an incredible teammate and good friend, emphasizing that the team is happy to have him on the field because he still has juice and can make good plays; Juszczyk highlighted Samuel's positive vibes and the confidence he brings to the locker room.
Christian McCaffrey expressed excitement about Samuel's return, noting that Samuel has such a presence on the field and you have to account for him in so many different ways; McCaffrey compared Samuel's impact to that of Dre Greenlaw on defense, saying Samuel gives the team confidence and is a game breaker who has your back and is fun to play with.
Trent Williams believes Samuel will bounce back in 2026 after dealing with adversity this offseason; Williams expects to get the best version of Deebo that the NFL has seen, noting that Samuel is coming from a situation where he's been doubted and that this adversity—his first real challenge as a player—will serve as the gas in the tank to push himself past limits he hasn't seen.
Kyle Juszczyk reports Samuel came in and looks in phenomenal shape early in camp; on first day in pads, he's making an impact right away and looked like the old Deebo, with Juszczyk unable to say enough positive things about how excited the team is to have him.
Samuel slots into the No. 2 wide receiver role for San Francisco after returning on a one-year deal from Washington; his versatility as both a runner and receiver will be key, though the rushing element wasn't tapped into much last year in Washington and it's unclear how much of a role he'll see there for the 49ers; he is being used as a kick returner, adding to his versatility.
Juszczyk praised Samuel's physical condition and immediate impact in training camp, saying 'He came in and he looks like he's in phenomenal shape. And first day in pads, he's making an impact right away. Looked like the old Deebo.' He also highlighted Samuel's value as a teammate and player: 'Deebo is the best. He is such an incredible teammate, he's such a good friend. He's an incredible football player' and noted he 'still got juice and he can still go out there and make good plays.'
Evans is out with a quad injury, affecting the 49ers' wide receiver depth chart alongside Pearsall's season-ending knee injury. This compounds the team's need to integrate Samuel into the offense.
Pearsall experienced knee soreness that will cost him the entire 2026 season, creating the No. 2 wide receiver vacancy that prompted the 49ers to sign Deebo Samuel. Pearsall was expected to contribute most to the team's need for improved separation at wide receiver.