Training Camp News You Need to Know! - 2026 Fantasy Football Advice

AJ Brown is performing exceptionally well in camp with great quarterback chemistry, putting to bed concerns about a decline. He is a mid-second round target who is expected to see heavy volume and high touchdown production, ranking slightly ahead of Nico Collins.

Brown remains out of practice with an undisclosed injury, and the source is unsure when he will return.

The team prefers not to use Aaron Jones in goal-line situations, which creates a specific opportunity for Jordan Mason to handle that role.

Alec Pierce is a risky draft pick due to his ongoing injury status; while he is participating in indoor drills, the lack of public visibility makes his return timeline uncertain.

Alvin Kamara has a knee injury and will miss Week 1, but he avoided major ligament damage. The source believes he is being undervalued by drafters who assume he is finished, suggesting he is a viable late-round pick in round 18.

Despite concerns regarding the Atlanta offense and poor quarterback play from Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., Bijan Robinson continues to be drafted second overall. The source notes that while the offense is consolidated, the lack of concern in his ADP is risky.

The source is loading up on Brock Bowers in Underdog drafts, preferring him and Colston Loveland over Tucker Kraft; Bowers is the clear tight end one in his class with an elite athletic profile, including 100th percentile speed and burst scores.

While Rachaad White's hamstring injury might increase Irving's involvement, the source believes Irving's ADP is becoming too high and warns against over-drafting him.

Chris Bell has returned to practice earlier than expected and may play in the third preseason game. While not yet a draftable asset, he is considered a superior prospect to Caleb Douglas and is worth monitoring for early-season waiver adds.

The source prefers drafting Colston Loveland or Brock Bowers over Tucker Kraft on Underdog platforms.

Cyrus Allen is performing as the star of Chiefs camp, benefiting from Xavier Worthy missing time; however, his early-season role remains uncertain and his current 14th-round ADP on Underdog is becoming aggressive.

The source expects Darren Waller to have a significant red-zone role for the Panthers, with specific plays schemed for him. While he may not see high volume between the 20s, his red-zone usage makes him a factor that fantasy managers should not write off.

The source observes that Samuel is being used primarily in a gadget role in camp, focusing on carries and schemed touches rather than functioning as a consistent wide receiver.

Denzel Boston is mentioned as a comparison point for wide receiver role versatility, illustrating that the team is training players like Casey Conception to play multiple positions rather than locking them into a single role.

Singletary has returned to practice but is not healthy enough for preseason Week 2, leaving his early-season workload uncertain.

The source expects Wicks to open in wide receiver sets but expresses concern over his history of drops and underperformance despite high target volume and consistent ability to get open. The source believes he is currently being over-drafted.

Drake London is being drafted in the mid-to-late second round, a premium price that the source argues may not fully account for the risks associated with the Atlanta offense's quarterback situation.

The source has moved Eric Gray down in rankings and removed him from the must-draft list due to a coaching change and his injury history, noting the team prefers other options.

The source notes that Denver will start the season with Dobbins as the lead early-down back, though he is expected to have no role in the receiving game.

The source suggests pairing Jake Ferguson with Juwan Johnson as a strategy for the end of a draft to maximize tight end production.

Jaylen Coker's fantasy value has decreased following the signing of Darren Waller, who will now occupy the red-zone role Coker might have otherwise seen. The source is avoiding Coker in drafts due to this role competition and the team's quarterback situation.

The source advises against drafting Jauan Jennings, noting he is being pushed by Ty Felton and that his previous success was likely due to the San Francisco scheme rather than individual talent.

Jeremiah Love suffered a high ankle sprain in a preseason game; while the team downplayed it, his status for Week 1 remains uncertain. His ADP has shifted from the 2/3 turn to the late third round, where he is now considered a viable pick for teams that start with wide receivers in the first two rounds.

The source notes that there is no news from the Bengals, which is considered a positive sign, as any news regarding Joe Burrow typically involves injury concerns like his calf.

The coaching staff is very excited about Jonah Coleman, with the source noting that his preseason performance demonstrated he is an NFL-caliber running back. He is the most appealing Denver back due to his late ADP and potential to earn the lead role outright, even without a J.K. Dobbins injury.

Jordan Mason is having a solid camp and remains a strong 10th-round pick despite a 1A/1B backfield split. He is expected to see goal-line work because the team prefers not to use Aaron Jones in that role.

The source notes that MarShawn Lloyd's fantasy value would increase if Josh Jacobs were to face a suspension.

Juwan Johnson is a recommended late-round draft pick and a viable early-season streaming option. The source notes his value is bolstered by injuries to Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave, and suggests he can be started early in the year before transitioning to Tucker Kraft.

The source notes that the Keenan Allen signing does not negatively impact Josh Downs, as Allen is expected to play primarily in three-wide receiver sets and specific down-and-distance situations.

Reports suggest Khalil Shakir may see more intermediate targets, which is a positive development for his fantasy ceiling. However, the source remains skeptical of his outlook, fearing that DJ Moore and increased running back involvement will squeeze Shakir out of the offense, limiting him to a low-ceiling role.

The source recommends Luke Musgrave as a target as part of a late-round tight end drafting strategy, grouping him alongside Brock Bowers and Tucker Kraft.

Although MarShawn Lloyd is healthy, the source warns against drafting him at his current rising ADP in rounds 13-14, noting the price tag is too expensive compared to last season; while he is a high-end talent worth stashing for the midpoint of the season, he is expected to be slow to break out.

Matthew Stafford is cited as a historical example of the Rams' conservative injury management strategy, having been held out last season before returning to MVP-level performance.

Michael Penix Jr. is not yet healthy enough to start, and his history of three torn ACLs adds significant risk to the Atlanta offense. The team is expected to start Tua Tagovailoa and slowly ramp up Penix, making the quarterback situation a major concern for fantasy managers.

Pittman is currently missing practice; while the injury itself is not viewed as a major issue, the source notes slight concern because he is on a new team and needs the reps.

The source remains high on Evans, recommending him as a draft target despite noting his injury fragility.

Mike Washington is an interesting prospect with elite speed (4.33 40-yard dash at 223 lbs) who is clearly the best backup to Ashen Genty; he is a recommended final-round handcuff.

Najee Harris is considered a fine pick in round 18, with the source noting he joined the Giants for a specific role, though he remains unpopular in drafts.

Following the season-ending injury to Jaden Higgins, the source has moved Nico Collins up in their rankings. He is considered a phenomenal mid-second round pick, ranked just behind AJ Brown, and should be drafted ahead of Brock Bowers.

Phil Mafa is identified as a competitor in the Cowboys' running back committee who will continue to see usage, contributing to the source's recommendation to avoid drafting Jaden Blue.

Puka Nacua is dealing with a minor injury, but the team is not concerned. The Rams are historically conservative with player health, similar to their management of Matthew Stafford last season, and will only return him when 100% ready.

White has tweaked his hamstring and will miss time; while the injury is not expected to be long-term, the source was already avoiding him in drafts and is even less interested now.

Pearsall is performing well in camp and is projected to become the WR2 early in the season. The source considers him a must-draft player due to his talent and the efficiency of the 49ers' offense, despite an initial expectation that he might be slow to break out.

LaPorta is dealing with a hip injury that is unrelated to his previous back issue. Due to recurring injury concerns, the source has moved him down in the overall rankings, placing him firmly behind Tucker Kraft.

The source identifies Seth McGowan as the handcuff for Jonathan Taylor but advises against drafting him unless in very deep leagues (15-16 rounds), noting the team would likely sign or trade for a replacement if Taylor suffered a long-term injury.

The source uses Bigsby as an example of a traditional handcuff, noting he would gain significant value if Saquon Barkley were injured, but he is not expected to take over the starting job otherwise.

The source expresses concern about Tank Dell's immediate role, noting he is not ready to start the season with a strong workload and will likely be a second-half contributor rather than an immediate breakout.

Terence Ferguson is impressing at camp and is projected to secure a major role as the team's number three pass catcher, making him a strong pick in all formats, including tight end premium leagues.

The source has downgraded Pollard, citing concerns that the Titans' backfield will be a 50/50 split with Tyjae Spears rather than a lead role, compounded by the poor quality of the Titans' offense and offensive line.

Alvin Kamara's injury increases Travis Etienne Jr.'s value; he is a strong round four pick who the source projects as a mid-third rounder.

The source maintains that Travis Hunter has league-winning upside. While his total route volume may be limited, he will be used in high-leverage situations, such as the red zone and on important downs, leading to high efficiency in targets and yards per route run.

Trey Tucker appears to be the locked-in WR1 for his team and should be drafted ahead of Tre Tucker (Naylor).

Tua Tagovailoa has performed poorly in training camp, raising concerns about the Atlanta offense. The source expresses worry about the team's quarterback situation, noting that Tagovailoa is expected to start while Michael Penix Jr. is ramped up, which could limit the upside of premium assets like Bijan Robinson and Drake London.

The source views Kraft as a high-upside tight end target and a very good value at his current ADP. While he is not 100% healthy and will have his snaps managed early in the season, he is ranked ahead of Sam LaPorta and Harold Fannon. The source also recommends him as part of a late-round tight end drafting strategy.

Spears has been effective when on the field, but the source notes his inability to stay healthy and expects a 50/50 backfield split with Tony Pollard, which is closer than many are currently projecting.

Tyler Allgeier gains fantasy value as a handcuff due to Jeremiah Love's ankle injury, as the team was already planning to mix him in. While he may not be a starter in redraft leagues, he provides guaranteed early-season production for Underdog formats, especially for teams that start with heavy RB builds.

Tyler Warren suffered an abductor strain, but the injury is considered minor and he is expected back next week, meaning it should not impact his draft value.

The source theorizes that Tyrone Tracy Jr. could be a trade candidate to the Lions due to their need for depth. While expected to be the lead early-down back, his missed time due to injury creates a possibility that Helani could see more work than anticipated early in the season.

Xavier Hutchinson is currently viewed as a depth piece; the source anticipates the Texans will sign or trade for an outside receiver to fill the void left by Jaden Higgins rather than relying on current depth options.