NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Thursday, May 28, 2026

Co-host notes that DeVonta Smith is currently being drafted after AJ Brown, which is part of the consideration around AJ Brown's trade situation and draft positioning.

Host mentions hoping for an AJ Brown trade to finally happen, noting 'our long-serving nightmare' and that the trade was apparently happening a month ago but hasn't materialized yet.

Michael Pittman is expected to take over the slant routes and short-range targets that DK Metcalf was getting, forcing Metcalf to operate deeper downfield where Aaron Rodgers is less willing to throw.

DK Metcalf was WR27-34 in expected points and WR32 in targets per game last year, but his ADP hasn't adjusted despite increased target competition from Michael Pittman.

Jordan Tyson is expected to be overpriced or undervalued depending on Saints offensive projections, with potential for significant upside if the offense scores more than the projected 24th-ranked points.

Chris Olave is viewed as 'so good' and was being used in different ways, making him a fine pick despite the Saints' modest offensive projections.

While the Saints offense could improve under Kellen Moore with additions like Travis Etienne and Jordan Tyson, the team is still projected for only the 24th most points, limiting Hill's upside.

Taysom Hill is overpriced as QB19 with projections of 19.5 passing TDs, 4.5 rushing TDs, and 3,500 passing yards, which equates to similar points per game as Sam Darnold (QB25) last year despite being drafted much earlier.

Khalil Shakir underwent ankle surgery in the offseason and returned to OTAs wearing an ankle stabilizer, possibly indicating a tightrope procedure, which is concerning for a player who relies on speed and yards after the catch.

Keon Coleman could get involved in the Bills' various personnel sets, further reducing Khalil Shakir's target share.

As the wide receiver one on the Bills, Khalil Shakir finished as WR44-49 in usage, indicating limited upside and that last year's production won't repeat with DJ Moore and Dalton Kincaid ahead of him.

Dalton Kincaid missed time and played through injury last season, and the Bills want him to be better than Khalil Shakir, making Shakir the third receiver in the offense.

Khalil Shakir is pigeonholed away from the red zone due to his size, limiting touchdown upside despite some yards-after-catch appeal.

Khalil Shakir had a 26% screen target rate, and many of those screen targets are expected to go to DJ Moore instead, limiting his upside.

Despite being attached to Josh Allen, DJ Moore shows signs of decline with effort and alignment issues in recent years, and the Bills offense has historically spread the ball around rather than featuring an alpha wide receiver.

Multiple wide receivers drafted after DJ Moore are projected for more receiving yards, including Rome Odunze, Marvin Mims, Jordan Addison, Michael Pittman (4 rounds later), Marvin Harrison Jr. (nearly 100 more yards), Alec Pierce, Courtland Sutton, and DK Metcalf.

DJ Moore is overpriced at WR27 in the middle of the fifth round despite declining production: 80 yards per game in 2023, down to 57 yards in 2024, and 40 yards per game in 2025, with a projection of only 764 receiving yards and 5.5 TDs.

The Cardinals are projected to be the 32nd highest scoring offense at 18.5 points per game (down from 22nd last year at 21 PPG), which severely limits Harrison Jr.'s upside despite his current ADP as WR33.

The Cardinals' schedule features tough defenses (Chargers, Seahawks, 49ers, Giants, Lions, Rams, Broncos, Cowboys, Chiefs) and uncertain QB play with Jacoby Brissett likely being replaced by Minshew or Carson Beck mid-season.

Jeremiah Love, the Cardinals' third overall pick, is expected to be force-fed the ball in the offense, reducing opportunities for wide receivers.

Trey McBride is expected to be the primary target for manufactured touches in the Cardinals offense and is viewed as the best player on the team.

Michael Wilson is viewed as a legitimate NFL player and on par with Marvin Harrison Jr. as a football player, and is expected to get the manufactured touches that Harrison Jr. lacks.

The Cardinals offense is expected to be much more balanced under LaFleur with Jeremiah Love, Algier, and James Conner in the backfield, leading to significantly fewer pass attempts than the pass-heavy scheme from last year.

Hayden has Marvin Harrison Jr. ranked 80th overall, significantly lower than his current ADP of 67th overall (WR33), citing lack of manufactured touches (1% screen target rate), limited downfield production, and contested catch struggles.

Marvin Harrison (WR, ARI) is #79 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 67.8 with a 145.7-point projection. Verdict: Marv sets up to be disappointing (again) at WR33 ADP. Harrison has been as disappointing on tape as he's been in fantasy football after having the most pre-draft hype of any WR in years. I'd say he's a fine to good NFL starter right now. In his first two seasons, Harrison is the WR42 on WR40 usage on a per-game basis.

Justin Jefferson (WR, MIN) is #9 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 9.7 with a 202.1-point projection. Verdict: Kyler Murray will return Jefferson to stud WR1 territory. Jefferson is about to remind everyone that he's arguably the best WR in the NFL. 1) among WRs from 2022-2024 if we also remove the Josh Dobbs and Jaren Hall games. 1 receiving yards, also the most over that sample.

Christian McCaffrey (RB, SF) is #7 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 7.3 with a 260-point projection. Verdict: CMC's workload will drop and still projects as elite RB1. McCaffrey is coming off 450 touches, including the postseason. That's rare. 4).

Jonathan Taylor (RB, IND) is #6 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 6.8 with a 256.3-point projection. Verdict: Taylor was RB1 overall with Daniel Jones (achilles). Taylor is the RB3 on RB3 overall usage over the past 3 seasons since coach Shane Steichen arrived. He's had low-end RB1 and elite RB1 moments depending on how smooth the QB play has been. 4 half PPR points) on RB2 usage with him through 13 weeks.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba (WR, SEA) is #5 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 5.2 with a 235.1-point projection. Verdict: JSN can regress some and still be a top-5 fantasy WR. JSN arrived in a huge way without DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett in his way. 6 receiving yards per game including the postseason. His 35% target share dwarfed the next closest, Amon-Ra St.

Puka Nacua (WR, LAR) is #4 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 4 with a 259-point projection. Verdict: Wannabe streamer is NFL's career YPG leader as side hustle. 4 more than the WR2 overall (Jaxon Smith-Njigba) last season. Over the past two seasons, only Ja'Marr Chase is in his neighborhood. 3) in NFL history.

Bijan Robinson (RB, ATL) is #2 overall in Hayden Winks' 2026 Half-PPR rankings vs. Underdog ADP 1.9 with a 294.9-point projection. Verdict: Bijan can be in RB1 overall mix without vulture Tyler Allgeier. Tyler Allgeier has never missed a game since Bijan Robinson was drafted, so we don't have the obvious on/off splits that we have with Jahmyr Gibbs sans David Montgomery. But I'd imagine Bijan's numbers will be outrageous without Allgeier. Bijan was the RB3 on RB8 usage last year with Allgeier, who handled 10 inside the 5-yard line carries to Bijan's 11.

Josh Jacobs' current legal situation could impact his floor, but if he plays 17 games, he is still a strong option.

Josh Jacobs is expected to continue handling a workhorse role in his age 28 season, having averaged almost 20 PPR points per game through the first half of last year.

Josh Allen is the number one fantasy quarterback going into the season, with a track record of being a top three quarterback almost every year since his rookie season.

Josh Allen has consistently been a top three quarterback, making him a reliable choice for fantasy managers.

Kenneth Walker's current ADP reflects uncertainty, but he remains a solid player with potential for fantasy production.

George Pickens has shown potential to be a breakout candidate, especially if he can avoid off-field issues and maintain his performance level.

Saquon Barkley is expected to have a significant role in the offense, particularly in the passing game, which could lead to increased fantasy production.

Justin Jefferson's career performance and the potential for a quarterback upgrade make him a safe option, despite competition for targets.

Drake London has consistently received 9.3 targets per game over the last two seasons, making him a reliable option in PPR formats.

James Cook averaged 19.2 points per game if excluding week 18, indicating strong potential for the upcoming season, especially with Joe Brady as the new offensive coordinator.

CeeDee Lamb was wide receiver 10 per game last year, but his performance was impacted by injuries, and he has had one standout season compared to several average ones.

Despite concerns about the Colts' offensive regression, Jonathan Taylor's role as a key player remains intact, and he has the potential to lead the league in rushing if healthy.

Jonathan Taylor has only had two standout seasons in six years, raising concerns about his consistency and performance.

Christian McCaffrey has averaged over 20 PPR fantasy points per game in his last three healthy seasons, showcasing his high scoring potential.

Amon-Ra St. Brown has shown great consistency over the last three seasons and is expected to maintain his target volume.

Puka Nakua has shown elite performance, finishing as wide receiver one in his last eight games with a pace for 189 targets and almost 1,800 yards.

Bijan Robinson was RB2 per game last season, indicating strong performance potential.

A.J. Brown is expected to be traded, but currently, the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots are not close on trade compensation.

Daniel Jones participated in individual drills in OTAs as he prepares to come back from his Achilles injury, which is encouraging.

Devon Achan has a shoulder injury but hopes to be ready for training camp.

Josh Jacobs will not be charged for the domestic violence incident he was arrested for, but there is still uncertainty regarding potential future charges.

Geno Smith is not a lock to play every game, which raises concerns about stacking him with Garrett Wilson in drafts. While he can be drafted late, his availability is uncertain.

Garrett Wilson is being drafted too early in the third to fourth round, despite his talent, as he has never scored 15 or more PPR points per game in a season. The author prefers to draft him later, around the fifth round, where there are other wide receivers with similar upside available.

Despite his talent, Garrett Wilson's production has not matched expectations, making him a risky pick among top wide receivers.

J.K. Dobbins' role could be diminished due to the addition of Jonah Coleman, raising concerns about his fantasy value this season.

Trey McBride's high number of end zone targets last year is unlikely to be repeated, suggesting a regression in touchdown production.

DJ Moore's poor efficiency metrics and the presence of better wide receivers in his draft range make him a risky investment this season.

Bucky Irving's performance metrics and competition for touches raise concerns about his value, especially at his current ADP.

Tony Pollard's route share significantly drops when Tajay Spears is on the field, indicating a potential decline in fantasy production.

Michael Wilson's performance last year raises concerns, as he failed to produce significant fantasy points when Marvin Harrison Jr. was active.

Blake Corum's low yards per outrun rate suggests he may not be a significant fantasy contributor without an injury to the starter.

Kyron Williams had a poor yards per outrun rate last year, indicating limited standalone value without an injury to the starter.

Blake Corum's poor yards per outrun rate of 0.31 raises concerns about his potential to be a standalone fantasy asset without an injury ahead of him.

Jordan Mason's lack of pass-catching ability and low yards per outrun rate make him a player to avoid in drafts this season.

JK Dobbins has a very low yards per outrun rate of 0.32, indicating he may not be a reliable fantasy option this season.

Tony Pollard's yards per outrun rate of 0.68 suggests he may struggle to meet expectations this season, making him a risky pick.

Javonte Williams has a concerning yards per outrun rate of 0.4, indicating potential underperformance and raising red flags for his fantasy outlook.

Parker Washington is receiving positive reports and is expected to continue rising in rankings due to his strong performance and potential role in the Jaguars' offense.

Chris Rodriguez is better suited for best ball formats due to his limited pass-catching ability, making him more of a floor play in season-long leagues.

Brock Bowers is viewed as the tight end one this year, with significant upside, although there is concern about opportunity cost if his ADP rises.

Sean Tucker is being drafted heavily as a last round pick and is expected to climb in ADP due to his potential role in the offense, making him a strong sleeper candidate.

Sean Tucker is being drafted heavily as a late-round pick, with expectations that he will see significant playing time regardless of the situation.

Bucky Irving's coach mentioned he could be back sometime in the summer or fall, indicating a concerning timeline for his recovery.

Given the uncertainty surrounding his situation, it's advisable to avoid drafting Josh Jacobs in best ball leagues until more clarity is provided.

Josh Jacobs could potentially go on the commissioner's exempt list due to serious allegations, which would severely impact his availability for the season.

There is ongoing speculation about AJ Brown's contract situation, which could impact his role and the overall dynamics of the Eagles' offense.

Makai Lemon is projected to be a top prospect in the upcoming draft, but there are questions about his immediate impact on the team.

There is skepticism about Romeo Dobbs' ability to emerge as a top receiver, with one analyst expressing a lack of interest in finding out.

Bears coach Ben Johnson expressed confidence in Luther Burden, indicating he is a player to watch this season.

Tez Hurst is expected to compete for outside snaps alongside Jalen McMillan, indicating a potential role in the offense.

Jalen McMillan is expected to get opportunities as a wide receiver in the offense, especially after a strong finish to his rookie season.

Christian Watson is projected to have a solid season with potential for significant touchdowns, making him a valuable pick despite not being an every-week dominator.

Tucker Kraft could be ready by training camp if he is a full participant, which would improve his draft stock.

Despite his talent, Harold Fannin Jr. is not being drafted this year due to concerns about his quarterback play and the surrounding offense.

Tyler Warren is viewed as having increased target clarity and potential due to the absence of key players like DJ Moore and Michael Pittman.

Colson Loveland is now seen as having a true chance to step up in the tight end position due to the departure of Michael Pittman and DJ Moore, which provides more target clarity for him.

Bucky Irving is expected back sometime in summer or fall, but his timeline remains uncertain, making him a high-risk, high-reward pick.

Nico Collins has agreed to terms on an adjusted contract that guarantees his salary in 2026 and 2027, indicating the team's commitment to him.

Josh Jacobs has been arrested on domestic abuse charges, and while no formal charges have been filed yet, there is a possibility he could face suspension this season.

Kyler Murray is currently being drafted in the late 13th round as the quarterback 21, but he is expected to rise in ADP as he wins the starting job and the hype around him grows.

Malik Willis has shown a willingness to throw downfield and has demonstrated comfort in the pocket, which could lead to increased passing production.

If Malik Willis can combine his rushing ability with improved passing, he could elevate the Dolphins offense and provide usable fantasy weeks.

With the new play caller Bobby Sloick, Malik Willis may have a better fit in the Dolphins offense compared to his rookie season, which could enhance his performance.

Malik Willis is currently being drafted lower than he should be, making him an appealing value pick, especially in best ball formats. His ADP is being negatively impacted by the stigma surrounding the Miami Dolphins, but he has the potential to deliver spike weeks due to his rushing ability.

Malik Willis is a valuable late-round quarterback option with a high floor due to his rushing ability, making him a strong candidate to finish the year as a starter.

Isaiah Likely is a strong late-round tight end target, especially with the potential for increased targets if Malik Neighbors misses time.

Justin Herbert is poised for a breakout season under Mike McDaniel's offense, with the potential to score a high number of touchdowns and possibly win MVP this year.

Justin Herbert is being undervalued in drafts, as he is set up to score a lot of fantasy points this season, especially with improvements expected in the offensive line and overall team health.

If Christian Watson can increase his route volume, he has the potential to significantly improve his fantasy points per game, possibly reaching a top 15 finish this season.

Christian Watson is a strong candidate for a breakout season, especially with increased route opportunities following the departures of key teammates, and he has shown impressive efficiency metrics in his limited time on the field.

With an underdog projection of 949 receiving yards, Terry McLaurin is being undervalued as he is priced as the wide receiver 25 despite having the potential to finish much higher based on his usage and efficiency metrics.

Terry McLaurin is positioned for a breakout season with a new offensive approach under David Blau, who is expected to increase his target share and utilize more motion and play action, enhancing McLaurin's opportunities for explosive plays.

Despite a slow start, RJ Harvey was the running back 13 in points per game for the rest of the season after week 8, indicating potential value if patience is exercised.

After his first year, there are concerns that RJ Harvey may be leaning towards the bust side of the conversation despite being drafted as running back 20.

RJ Harvey's role is uncertain, and while he has shown potential, he may not be a reliable fantasy asset without injuries to others.

JK Dobbins' injury history raises concerns about his reliability and potential fantasy impact this season.

Carnell Tate is being undervalued in drafts, with potential to emerge as a top target in his offense.

Cortland Sutton's projections are solid for his ADP, indicating he remains a valuable target in drafts.

Michael Pittman is viewed as a strong fit with Aaron Rodgers, potentially leading to increased target opportunities.

DK Metcalf's ADP remains unchanged despite increased target competition, and his production may decline due to Aaron Rodgers' playing style.

Chris Olave is being utilized in various ways, showcasing his talent and versatility in the offense.

DK Metcalf's draft price has not adjusted despite increased target competition, and he finished as the wide receiver 27 last year with disappointing expected points.

Khalil Shakir is viewed as a limited player in the Bills' offense, likely to be the third receiver behind DJ Moore and Dalton Kincaid, which diminishes his fantasy upside significantly.

DJ Moore is currently being drafted as wide receiver 27, but the author expresses concern over his declining performance and projects him for only 764 receiving yards this season, which is lower than several other receivers being drafted later.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is currently being drafted at 67th overall as the wide receiver 33, but the author believes he should be a bench player due to concerns about his lack of manufactured touches and the overall offensive situation.

Rico Dowdle is viewed as a lower-tier option in the Steelers' backfield, with concerns about his role compared to Jalen Warren.

Matthew Golden is expected to have a near every down role in the Packers' streamlined receiving corps, making him a player to watch this season.

Bucky Irving's ADP is falling due to health concerns and competition from Kenneth Gainwell, making him a risky investment.

Josh Downs is positioned to potentially lead the Colts in receiving categories this season, especially with Michael Pittman gone.

Kyle Pitts is expected to have a significant target share this season, especially with limited competition in the Falcons' receiving corps.

Kyron Williams is ranked lower than market due to concerns about offensive regression for the Rams and competition from Blake Corum for touches.

AJ Brown is projected to be a New England Patriot, but concerns about his age and potential decline in performance are noted.

Terry McLaurin is considered a fade for 2025 due to uncertainty around the Commanders potentially adding another wide receiver, which could impact his target share.

Evan Silva ranks AJ Brown at 42 overall, significantly lower than the market, indicating concerns about his value this season.

Evan Silva ranks Terry McLaurin at 34 overall, higher than the market, due to the new offensive coordinator's plans to utilize him more effectively.

Evan Silva ranks Colston Loveland at 26 overall, ahead of Trey McBride, believing he will thrive as Caleb Williams' top target in a stable offensive situation.

Evan Silva ranks Chris Alave at 16 overall, well above the market at 32, due to his elite talent and the expected high-scoring nature of the Saints' offense.

Evan Silva is significantly higher on Keaton Mitchell, believing that Mike McDaniel will find ways to utilize him effectively in the offense.

Evan Silva ranks Devon Achan at 29 overall, significantly lower than his ADP of 14, due to concerns about his workload under a new coaching staff and the potential impact of Malik Willis at quarterback.