NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Monday, July 27, 2026

Listed as a key player the Cardinals need to have a big season alongside Walter Nolen and Will Johnson; carries +4500 Comeback Player of the Year odds at FanDuel Sportsbook.

The Commanders added tight end Chig Okonkwo, who is dynamic after the catch. Okonkwo joins a healthy Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin in Washington's revamped offensive attack.

Quentin Moore is a 6-foot-4, 244-pound UDFA tight end with 4.63 speed who caught only 13 passes over four seasons with the Washington Huskies. Injuries limited Moore to 12 games, which is the real note here. He feels like a practice squad stash candidate if there's enough potential demonstrated at training camp.

Anthony Firkser is a 31-year-old FB/TE hybrid around for camp depth. It's been four years since Firkser had back-to-back seasons with 30-plus receptions. His experience should injuries strike the position makes him a camp roster candidate.

Nick Nash is one of the more intriguing roster long shots at training camp. The former college quarterback erupted for 16 touchdowns and nearly 1,400 receiving yards with San Diego State in his second season at the position, yet entered the NFL as a 26-year-old rookie after going undrafted. Nash has an opportunity to make a favorable impression for the practice squad or future consideration.

Day Three running back Kaytron Allen is described as an underrated gem to monitor at training camp. The Commanders added Allen as part of their 2026 draft class that could help them get back on track after recurring injuries and defensive underperformance derailed the 2025 campaign.

With the Brandon Aiyuk rumors essentially a thing of the past, wide receiver Antonio Williams possesses a pathway to immediate relevance in the 2026 season. The Commanders added Williams to boost speed at the wide receiver position as part of their offseason goal to make the team younger and faster.

Aiyuk texted that he believes the Commanders have assembled a strong roster and positioned himself as the final piece to swing odds in their favor. Multiple sources with knowledge of the Commanders' thinking confirmed the team viewed him as a player who could potentially boost its roster if he became available and he was confirmed to be in full health. However, sources indicated the Commanders had no intention of trading for Aiyuk and would have only considered a short-term, highly incentivized contract if the 49ers released him. Aiyuk remains on the 49ers' reserve/left squad list and has not yet submitted a reinstatement request to the NFL.

ESPN's Liz Loza recommends taking the OVER on McLaurin's receiving yards at 949.5 (-110). Prior to missing seven games due to a quad injury, McLaurin had cleared 1,000 receiving yards for five consecutive campaigns from 2020-24. Even during last year's slump, his 58.2 yards per game would have translated to a 989-yard season over a full, healthy campaign. Back at 100 percent, McLaurin enters Year 2 of his contract extension primed to bounce back as the lead receiver in Washington's revamped aerial attack.

The source identifies Dyami Brown vs. Rasul Douglas as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, measuring wide receiver performance against cornerbacks.

The source identifies Treylon Burks vs. Darius Rush as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, with specific interest in whether Burks can win with play-strength against a young, big, physical cornerback, measuring wide receiver performance.

The source identifies Luke McCaffrey vs. Amik Robertson as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, measuring wide receiver performance against cornerbacks.

The source identifies Antonio Williams vs. Mike Sainristil as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, measuring wide receiver performance against cornerbacks.

The source identifies Terry McLaurin vs. Trey Amos as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, with specific interest in whether McLaurin still has that extra gear, suggesting evaluation of his continued elite receiving ability.

The source identifies Rachaad White vs. Sonny Styles as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, measuring running back performance in coverage situations against linebackers on choice routes.

The source identifies Colson Yankoff vs. Jordan Magee as an intriguing one-on-one matchup to watch during 2026 Commanders training camp, measuring running back performance in coverage situations against linebackers.

The source identifies John Bates as featured in multiple one-on-one matchups during 2026 Commanders training camp: vs. Frankie Luvu and vs. Jeremy Reaves, measuring tight end performance in coverage situations against linebackers and safeties.

The source identifies Ben Sinnott as featured in multiple one-on-one matchups during 2026 Commanders training camp: vs. Leo Chenal, vs. Quan Martin, and vs. Tyler Owens, measuring tight end performance in coverage situations against linebackers and safeties.

The source identifies Chig Okonkwo as featured in multiple one-on-one matchups during 2026 Commanders training camp: vs. Sonny Styles, vs. Nick Cross, and vs. Tyler Owens, measuring tight end performance in coverage situations and athletic ability against linebackers and safeties.

Sam Darnold is not the caliber of player who guides his team to a repeat, and he never will be. Jaxon Smith-njigba argues that second-tier quarterbacks make more critical mistakes in high-leverage moments—citing historical Super Bowl failures like Jimmy Garoppolo's overthrow, Matt Ryan's third-down sack in field goal range, Colin Kaepernick's goal-line incompletion, Cam Newton's fumble, and Rex Grossman's general incompetence. While Darnold performed well in the Thursday night Rams shootout and NFCCG, the game plan for the Super Bowl was to let the defense win, Walker won MVP, and Darnold was available as a free agent before the season—all indicators that he lacks the GOAT-caliber talent required to lead a repeat championship run.

Darnold is explicitly stated to be 'not the caliber of player who guides his team to a repeat, and he never will be,' with Jaxon Smith-njigba arguing that second-tier quarterbacks make more mistakes and lack the GOAT particles necessary for back-to-back championships in the salary cap era. However, Jaxon Smith-njigba acknowledges Darnold was 'elite' in the Thursday night Rams shootout and NFCCG, showing up for big moments.

Walker is cited as a potential replacement risk; Jaxon Smith-njigba questions 'What if Kenneth Walker, Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant's replacements are all duds?' as a key drawback to the Seahawks' repeat chances, suggesting uncertainty about whether the team can maintain elite production if key contributors depart.

Charbonnet's ability to pick up loose balls after the play is cited as a 2025 surprise element that will no longer work in 2026, as opposing defenses will now be aware and prevent such plays; this represents a loss of a key offensive advantage from the championship season.

Smith-Njigba is described as the reigning Defensive AND Offensive Player of the Year, characterized as a dominant two-way contributor who 'breaks ankles for breakfast and swallows souls for Sunday dinner,' anchoring Seattle's offensive playmaking arsenal for their Super Bowl repeat bid.

Jayden Daniels suffered multiple injuries and will be looking to bring the Commanders back to the form from his rookie season, when Washington reached the conference title game. The team is coming off a 5-12 season and faces a tough early schedule starting with a Week 1 road matchup against the NFC-East-champion Philadelphia Eagles, with FanDuel setting the Commanders' win total at 7.5.

Puka Nacua is dealing with a contract dispute and a possible NFL suspension, creating significant uncertainty around his availability and role with the Rams during the 2026 season.

Approaching the midway point of the 2025 season, Tory Horton emerged as a surprise contender in a wide-open Offensive Rookie of the Year race from the Seattle Seahawks' potent top-five scoring offense, and he is returning to camp with mostly encouraging health updates.

Trade acquisition attempting to make the roster through special teams abilities; left practice with a trainer but returned without helmet during Day 2, with no official injury updates available from head coach Mike Macdonald's presser.

First-round running back is receiving pass-catching reps with starters, second-team, and third-team units during early training camp; despite limited receiving usage at Notre Dame, Price is now getting the experience needed to develop as a pass-catcher in the NFL, with early camp drops not indicative of long-term ability.

Demonstrated continued elite receiving ability during training camp Day 2 with a highlight-reel diving one-handed catch, showcasing the concentration and hand placement that remains a core part of his offensive arsenal despite his veteran status.

Elijah Arroyo's year two development will be monitored closely during the 2026 Seahawks training camp; the source identifies his progression as a key focus area heading into the season.

Jalen Milroe's year two development will be monitored closely during the 2026 Seahawks training camp; the source identifies his progression as a key focus area heading into the season.

Kenneth Walker's departure from the Seahawks creates a significant running back depth chart battle heading into training camp; the source notes that how the running back depth shapes out post-Walker will be one of the most fascinating position battles to monitor.

Backup quarterback Mac Jones struggled during training camp, throwing a couple of interceptions including one directly to safety Marques Sigle. Also threw an incomplete pass intended for Jordan Watkins over the middle that was deflected by linebacker Garret Wallow and intercepted by Jalen Graham.

Wide receiver Christian Kirk was hobbled during training camp practice, limiting his participation in early sessions.

Veteran wide receiver connecting early with Brock Purdy in training camp; caught a deep pass down the left sideline against cornerback Deommodore Lenoir for a big gain, with safety Marques Sigle a split-second late. Early chemistry suggests productive connection through the regular season.

Strong training camp performance in team drills; completed 10-of-12 passes with a highlight deep ball down the left sideline to Mike Evans for a big gain. Early chemistry with Evans suggests productive connection heading into the regular season.

Christian Kirk left the first practice of training camp with what are being described as 'not major' injuries, creating early availability uncertainty heading into the season.

Mike Evans is positioned as the anchor of the 49ers receiving group and must hit the ground running in Week 1 in Australia. His first-day performance, coupled with praise from teammates and being described as 'unguardable,' pushes the hype for the 49ers offense in 2026 into overdrive. Evans took less money on the open market specifically to play in Kyle Shanahan's offense with Brock Purdy.

Brock Purdy displayed strong rapport with Mike Evans on day one of training camp, connecting on a long gain with Evans beating CB Deommodore Lenoir in coverage. Evans signed with San Francisco specifically to play in Kyle Shanahan's offense with Purdy, and their skill sets blend very well; expect more long gains during the season.

Stribling, a top draft pick, is expected to contribute to the 49ers' explosive play improvement through his field-stretching ability and versatility (inside and out). The 49ers ranked 21st in explosive play rate (7.58%) in 2025 and have made addressing this a heightened focus, with Stribling positioned as part of the solution.

Kirk was signed as a free agent with the expectation that his field-stretching ability and versatility (inside and out) will help the 49ers improve their explosive play rate, which ranked 21st in the league at 7.58% in 2025. The source indicates Kirk is part of the 49ers' targeted personnel additions to address their explosive play deficiency.

A healthy Pearsall is expected to contribute substantially to the 49ers' explosive play improvement due to his rapport with Purdy and his demonstrated ability as a big-play weapon at all three levels. The source emphasizes that Pearsall's health status is directly tied to the 49ers' offensive explosiveness, which ranked 21st in the league last season.

Evans was acquired as a ball-dominant X receiver with a Hall of Fame track record of making big plays downfield; GM John Lynch specifically highlighted him as a tremendously explosive player and emphasized that his addition should considerably aid the 49ers in producing more pass game explosives. The 49ers ranked 21st in explosive play rate (7.58%) in 2025 and have made addressing explosive plays a heightened focus this offseason.

Drew Allar signed a rookie contract with the Steelers, securing his position on the roster as a quarterback prospect.

McCaffrey's 2025 performance raised concerns about his explosiveness going forward; he averaged 3.9 yards per carry (his worst since 2020) and had only three rushes of 20+ yards, both metrics critical to the 49ers' goal of improving their explosive run game (they ranked 26th in explosive run rate at 6.03%, far behind Baltimore's league-leading 11.05%). Additionally, McCaffrey averaged just 2.3 yards before contact last season, below the league average of 2.5, indicating offensive line struggles that will need to improve for him to regain explosiveness.

Purdy's health and full-season availability are critical to the 49ers' ability to generate explosive plays; the source notes that if Purdy stays on the field for all 17 games, the 49ers should produce significantly more explosives than in 2025 when Mac Jones filled in for eight games. The 49ers ranked 21st in explosive play rate (7.58%) last season and have made Purdy's durability a focal point of their offseason improvements.

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup QB job, indicating he is the leading candidate for the backup quarterback role.

Rookie receiver received strong coaching praise from Foerster for maturity, athleticism, and game understanding: 'He's awesome, man. He's phenomenal. He's everything that I think we thought he would be and more when he came out. Just mature, strong, fast, physical, understands the game, lines up the formations, very professional about things. He's been so good and everything we thought he could be. It's really nice to see.' The source notes that despite the team not yet wearing pads, Stribling's presence should be felt quickly.

Offseason free agent acquisition received glowing coaching praise from Foerster: 'Man, I love having him out there. The guy's obviously he's a real pro. His skillset and the things he does well are going to add so much to our football team. We saw a play today in the red zone in OTAs. There's just so many places where Mike's going to help our football team and I'm very excited to have him.' The source identifies the red zone as the primary area where Evans' presence will be felt, with Brock Purdy's margin for error being 'sky-high when targeting Evans' in that area.

Offseason free agent acquisition sustained a calf strain during practice. Kirk has a concerning injury history: hamstring injuries caused him to miss the first couple of games of the 2025 season before re-aggravating, and with Jacksonville in 2024 he dealt with groin and core muscle injuries. He is on a one-year deal worth $2.78 million in dead cap if released. The source notes 'you cannot help the club from the tub,' suggesting roster status is uncertain if the injury requires extended recovery.

Wide receiver did not participate in Monday's practice due to a calf strain, which may limit his availability during the early stages of training camp.

Ranked #8 on the source's Top 30 Greatest Steelers of all time list. Career stats: 64,088 passing yards, 418 passing touchdowns, 93.5 passer rating, 41 fourth-quarter comebacks, 53 game-winning drives. Accolades: 6-time Pro Bowler, 2-time passing yards leader, 2-time Super Bowl champion, 2004 Offensive Rookie of the Year. Former Steelers Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley calls him arguably the most naturally gifted thrower he ever coached, praising his arm strength, touch, accuracy, pocket feel, size, and athleticism, concluding he was a Hall of Fame player without a doubt.

Entering his 10th season with the 49ers; part of the team's core veteran leadership group stepping up during Kyle Shanahan's absence from training camp. General manager John Lynch specifically cited Juszczcyk among the franchise's tremendous leadership alongside Trent Williams, Fred Warner, Christian McCaffrey, and Brock Purdy.

Heading into Year 5 with the 49ers; part of the team's core veteran leadership group stepping up during Kyle Shanahan's absence from training camp. General manager John Lynch highlighted McCaffrey among the franchise's tremendous leadership alongside Trent Williams, Kyle Juszczcyk, Fred Warner, and Brock Purdy.

Proclaimed leader in San Francisco since his rookie season; part of the 49ers' core veteran leadership group stepping up during Kyle Shanahan's absence from training camp due to injury. General manager John Lynch specifically cited Purdy among the team's tremendous leadership alongside Trent Williams, Kyle Juszczcyk, Fred Warner, and Christian McCaffrey.

Tracy's best utilization is in a committee rather than as a full-time workhorse; his best bet going forward is to continue improving play strength and downhill running, as he has a tendency to dance behind the line of scrimmage hunting for holes rather than attacking downhill, which conflicts with Greg Roman's man-gap blocking and downhill running schemes.

Tracy stepped up admirably after Cam Skattebo's injury last year but will likely return to Skattebo's shadow to start the year; it remains to be seen how the load will be shared by Skattebo, Tracy, and Devin Singletary, creating role uncertainty heading into year three.

Romeo Doubs was added to the Patriots' wide receiver depth chart at the top alongside A.J. Brown, positioning him as a primary target in New England's offense. This represents a significant role upgrade as part of the Patriots' offseason receiver acquisitions.

Mack Hollins is competing for snaps in a fierce Patriots wide receiver room. A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs were added to the top of the depth chart, while Hollins joins Kayshon Boutte, DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III in competing for snaps behind them. For Hollins, the talent around him is simply more motivation.

Tracy is the only running back, receiver, or tight end to eclipse 1,000 yards from scrimmage in each of his first two seasons; he's quietly been one of the Giants' greatest success stories in player development, improving his success rate, adding power while maintaining elusiveness, and cutting down the fumbles that plagued him as a rookie.

Darius Cooper, an undrafted free agent from Tarleton State, was one of the great stories at last year's training camp, impressing all summer to earn a roster spot. Despite a shoulder injury, Cooper still played in 13 games with 9 catches for 92 yards. However, the WR room is crowded this year and Cooper is fighting for a spot on the roster bubble.

Andy Dalton, a 38-year-old quarterback, was acquired by the Eagles via a seventh-round pick this offseason to compete for the QB2 job. He was competing against Tanner McKee for the backup role, but McKee pretty clearly outplayed Dalton during spring media-attended practices, suggesting Dalton's path to meaningful playing time is limited.

Tanner McKee has quietly prepared as a backup quarterback for the Eagles for three full years, diligently preparing as if he's the starter. When given opportunities—with the exception of one game last season during which he played with the second-team offensive line and backups at skill positions—he has mostly looked the part of a player who could earn a starting job at some point, even if with another team. Despite his continued progression as a pro quarterback, he was competing for the QB2 job this spring with a 38-year-old Andy Dalton, acquired via a seventh-round pick. McKee pretty clearly outplayed Dalton during spring media-attended practices.

Saquon Barkley is coming off a down year entering 2026, and his fantasy production remains uncertain given the Eagles' offensive scheme change under new coordinator Sean Mannion. The source identifies Barkley's performance as one of the unknowns that could present betting opportunities for the Eagles, either positive or negative, as the team adjusts to the new system.

Johnson has been plagued by drops throughout his career despite capable hands and ability to make tough catches over the middle; timing issues with quarterback footwork and route-running execution have contributed to drops in key moments, which Tim Kelly (returning tight ends coach) has identified as a focus area for development.

DeVonta Smith is poised to have a big year for the Eagles as the featured receiver following A.J. Brown's trade. Over his first five years, Smith averaged 82 receptions, 1,067 yards, and 7 touchdowns while sharing the ball with a workhorse like A.J. Brown. The source projects Smith should be a star this season, noting his proven ability on deep balls and his college pedigree (Heisman Trophy winner). Smith's chemistry with Jalen Hurts dating back to age 17-18 provides an additional foundation for success.

Johnson's role will likely shift this season as the Giants incorporate Isaiah Likely and potentially move to more two-tight end sets; he'll likely spend more time as the Y tight end and be a tertiary target, reducing his snap share and target opportunities.

A.J. Brown was traded away from the Eagles, a significant roster change that affects offensive distribution and target allocation. Despite this departure, Philadelphia still maintains one of the league's best rosters. Brown was subsequently added to the Patriots' depth chart at the top alongside Romeo Doubs, creating a fierce wide receiver competition in New England.

Hurts faces a significant test in 2026 as the Eagles implement a new offensive scheme under coordinator Sean Mannion, who previously coached under Sean McVay and Matt LaFleur. The source expects more run plays from under center and a more consistent play-action passing game, with Hurts trusted to work through progressions and throw into the middle of the field. The pressure is on for Hurts to have his best year yet, starting in training camp where the first legitimate look at his ability to handle the new scheme will emerge. Hurts expressed encouragement about the spring work and the foundation laid during OTAs and minicamp, noting chemistry with DeVonta Smith dating back to age 17-18.

Johnson never played less than 70% of snaps in a game and has solidified as the team's tight-end one; he's stretched the seams multiple times and made defenses pay for Cover-2 looks, with the game appearing to slow down for him as he develops under Mike Kafka.

Johnson continued to develop under Mike Kafka in 2025 and appeared to be blossoming into a potential Pro Bowl caliber player at times; however, his development has been far from linear and he's been plagued by injuries (text cuts off).

Tight end is one of the more challenging positions to play as a rookie; Johnson had a tough early transition and said learning Brian Daboll's offense was like 'drinking water out of a fire hose.' He struggled with his assignments and as a receiver through the first six weeks of the season, although his blocking was always an asset. The Giants were perfectly comfortable throwing Johnson into the deep end, as he never played less than 70% of the snaps in a game and has solidified as a tight-end one on the team.

Johnson landed on IR with a season-ending foot injury that required surgery after playing only two games late in the 2024 season; he is missing valuable snaps and development even in the lost season.

Johnson played 73% and 89% of snaps in his final two games before landing on IR with a season-ending foot injury; he caught 8 of 11 targets for 93 yards in those two games and was showing promise down the stretch of the season. The source notes that some of his catches in recent weeks showed glimpses of a high-end athlete, and he's stretched the seams multiple times and made defenses pay for playing Cover-2. The game has seemed to slow down for Johnson, and he remains a high upside player with good foundation as a blocker.

Nabers has had between 10 and 12 drops in 17 career games, a drop rate of 7.3%, and a contested catch rate of 45.7%. The source notes he deserves grace for his drop rate given poor quarterback play, but his contested catch rate is right in line with his college play under Jayden Daniels against college corners. Improving coverage recognition, understanding of leverages and defensive techniques, and working with Jaxson Dart will help maximize his catch windows.

The big question going into 2026 with Nabers is his health; athleticism is the core of his game and while he'll be avoiding the PUP list, the source does not know how Nabers will be performing to start the season or how soon he'll be approaching full strength.

Nabers broke Odell Beckham Jr.'s franchise rookie reception record with 104 catches on 162 targets for 1,140 yards and six touchdowns in 2024; he was 165 yards away from tying Beckham's rookie yardage mark. The source grades him as a true wide receiver one who can play X, Z, or slot, win any matchup, and secure contested catches; if the Giants locate a competent quarterback, Nabers will solidify himself as a top-five wide receiver in the NFL.

Price is a rookie RB question mark for the Seahawks after accumulating just 295 career touches in three seasons at Notre Dame, where he was a backup behind Jeremiyah Love, raising concerns about his readiness to fill the void left by Kenneth Walker's departure.

Shaheed managed just 188 yards in 9 games with Seattle in 2025; his career bests are 59 catches (in 18 games in 2025) and 719 yards (in 2023), indicating he has not developed into a reliable WR2 option for the Seahawks despite the team's lack of secondary receiver support.

Charbonnet posted a career-high 209 touches in 2025 before tearing his ACL in January, creating depth chart uncertainty for the Seahawks' backfield heading into 2026.

Darnold's 2.9% interception percentage in 2025 was closer to his Jets career best (2.9%) than his journeyman marks (3.2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.2% with Panthers, 49ers, Vikings), suggesting he may not repeat as league leader in turnovers; however, he led the league with 11 fumbles in 2025 and will likely cut down there, though he might throw a few more interceptions in 2026.

The source notes that when Hurts has had a coordinator who could scheme up open receivers and give him places to throw, he has thrived. In his second season with Shane Steichen calling plays, Hurts had his best overall year. The source suggests Mannion's new offense 'may be exactly the change he needs at this stage of his career,' implying potential for improvement if the coordinator can provide better receiver schemes and throwing opportunities.

New offensive coordinator Sean Mannion's scheme is expected to place Hurts under center more frequently and move away from the all-shotgun, all-the-time RPO offense Hurts has played in during his first five seasons. Mannion's offense will likely ask Hurts to run less, a trend Hurts appeared to be moving toward anyway in 2025. This represents a significant scheme change that will test whether Hurts can lead a pass-first offense.

Hurts' rushing production collapsed in 2025: 421 yards in 16 starts, down 209 yards from 2024 and 363 yards from his 2021 peak of 784 yards. His rushing success rate fell to 50.5% (2025) from 55.3% (2024) and 61.1% (2023). He averaged just 26.3 yards per game rushing, far below his 42.0 average in 2024 and 50+ yards per game in his first two full seasons. This decline in his primary strength masks his limitations as a passer.

Hurts' 2025 passing metrics show middling performance: QB rating 98.5 (12th), passing yards 3224 (16th), passing TDs 25 (T-9th), INT% 1.3 (T-2nd), success rate 41.8% (29th). His historical passing rankings reflect limitations as a passer when not relying on rushing production, though the source notes ranking him 17th overall is 'wildly dumb' given his dual-threat value and Super Bowl success.

Eagles rookie WR took 18 defensive snaps in 2023 season per Pro Football Focus; played both receiver and cornerback at USC due to injury depth at corner position. Calen Bullock, who overlapped with Lemon at USC, credited his work ethic and versatility, noting Lemon 'is a dog ever since his early days in college' and expressed excitement about his development trajectory.

Malik Nabers, returning from ACL surgery, will avoid the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list at the start of camp, signaling his recovery is progressing well. The source expects a gradual ramp-up: warm-up and individual drills early in camp, progressing to 7-on-7 and 1-on-1 work as camp advances, with 11-on-11 action later in camp. The source expects no preseason game participation, with the goal of getting Nabers to full speed for Week 1 against Dallas.

Jalin Hyatt's tenure with the Giants appears to be in jeopardy. The source poses the question: "Is this finally the end of the line for Jalin Hyatt?" This suggests the wide receiver may be cut or lose his roster spot during the upcoming training camp and roster battles.

Odell Beckham's roster status is uncertain heading into training camp. The source poses the question: "Can Odell Beckham make the roster? If he can't, who does?" This is identified as one of five key position battles to watch, suggesting his spot on the 53-man roster is not guaranteed.

Tight end Isaiah Likely, who spent the past four years with John Harbaugh at Baltimore, describes himself as "institutionalized" to Harbaugh's coaching style and practice intensity. Likely states: "With Coach Harbs, this is all I ever know. Whatever he's doing at practice, I've been doing it for the last four years in a row. So, whatever you all see out there is what you're going to get every time." This provides context on what Giants players can expect from Harbaugh's more physical, less coddling approach to training camp.

Giants coaching staff, led by Matt Nagy and drawing on experience with Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, is actively coaching Dart on risk management and decision-making by showing him film evidence of unnecessary hits and blue tent visits that compromise availability. Nagy's approach emphasizes showing Dart clips of where he took extra hits and whether they were necessary, rather than simply telling him not to run; the goal is to hone his risk-reward calculus while preserving his confidence and swagger.

Tight end Eli Raridon is the second-team tight end through three practices, with Tanner Arkin receiving consistent reps as the third tight end.

Tight end Hunter Henry is the first-team tight end through three practices, with Tanner Arkin receiving consistent reps as the second tight end.

Running back TreVeyon Henderson is the second-team running back through three practices, with Lan Larison receiving carries as the third back in the rotation.

Running back Rhamondre Stevenson is the first-team running back through three practices, with Lan Larison receiving carries as the second back in the rotation.

Tight end Tanner Arkin has been a consistent presence on the field with Drake Maye through three practices, indicating he is competing for the third tight end spot behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon.

Running back Lan Larison has been the first back to receive carries behind Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson through three practices, indicating he is leading the competition for the third running back spot.

Wide receiver Efton Chism III worked on the opposite field from Drake Maye's primary group in the first session on Day 3 but swapped to work with Maye in the second full-team session, indicating a secondary role in the receiving rotation.

Wide receiver Kyle Williams was part of Drake Maye's group in the first session on Day 3 but worked on the opposite field during the second full-team session, indicating a secondary role in the receiving rotation.

Wide receiver DeMario Douglas worked consistently with quarterback Drake Maye and the first-team offense throughout Day 3 practice, confirming his role in the primary receiving group.

Wide receiver Kayshon Boutte worked consistently with quarterback Drake Maye and the first-team offense throughout Day 3 practice, confirming his role in the primary receiving group.

Wide receiver Mack Hollins worked consistently with quarterback Drake Maye and the first-team offense throughout Day 3 practice, confirming his role in the primary receiving group.

Wide receiver Romeo Doubs worked consistently with quarterback Drake Maye and the first-team offense throughout Day 3 practice, confirming his role in the primary receiving group.

Wide receiver A.J. Brown worked consistently with quarterback Drake Maye throughout Day 3 practice, confirming his role as the primary target in the Patriots' first-team offense.

Quarterback Drake Maye worked consistently with the primary receiving group of A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins, Kayshon Boutte, and DeMario Douglas throughout Day 3 practice, indicating his role as the primary starter with the first-team offense.

Tight end C.J. Dippre remains on the PUP/NFI list during the early stages of training camp.

Running back Terrell Jennings remains on the PUP/NFI list during the early stages of training camp.

Fullback Reggie Gilliam returned to practice on Day 3 after a veteran rest day on Sunday, indicating he remains part of the active roster rotation during the five-day ramp-up period.

Mark Ingram II will be inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame during the 2026 season as part of the franchise's 60th season celebration.

Drew Brees will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame during the 2026 season, with his ring ceremony also scheduled for that year as part of the Saints' 60th season celebration.

Established Saints wide receiver who will be joined by a top-10 draft pick superstar talent at the position in 2026 as part of head coach Kellen Moore's offensive construction. Olave remains part of the Saints' core receiving group alongside the new high-draft-capital receiver.

Explosive running back added in free agency to the Saints in 2026; part of head coach Kellen Moore's offensive construction strategy alongside top-10 draft pick wide receiver and Chris Olave. Etienne is a key component of Moore's 'offense of his dreams' as the team builds around second-year quarterback Tyler Shough.

Second-year Saints quarterback whose performance in 2026 is central to the team's offensive strategy and roster construction; the Saints have made an 'all in' approach on offense with multiple big free agency deals predicated on Shough being the franchise quarterback. If Shough performs poorly, he will be a 27-year-old struggling second-year quarterback with limited room to grow, and the team's aggressive offensive investment will face criticism.

The Patriots will benefit from a 'relaxed' TreVeyon Henderson in his second season. The source suggests that Henderson's more relaxed approach entering his second year is a positive development for the team.

Romeo Doubs' fit on the Patriots offense is a key storyline entering training camp, alongside A.J. Brown. The source frames this as an important question for the offense's development.

Mack Hollins could be a secret weapon in the Patriots offense. The source highlights his potential as an underutilized or overlooked contributor who could provide value in the offense.

The Patriots claimed rookie WR Kobe Prentice off waivers from the Carolina Panthers, adding an intriguing rookie speedster to the talented wide receiver group. The source describes him as intriguing and notes his speed as an asset.

Kayshon Boutte continues to impress at Patriots training camp, delivering a 'don't forget me' Play of the Day on Day 2. The source highlights his performance as a standout moment in early camp action.

The Patriots placed WR Jimmy Kibble on the injured reserve list, removing him from availability for the start of training camp.

The Patriots placed WR Jeremiah Webb on the injured reserve list, removing him from availability for the start of training camp.

Drake Maye is ranked 6th in QB stock heading into training camp (down 1 from prior ranking). The source notes he is expected to have an MVP-caliber season and will find it easier to lead the team after his offseason preparation. He is making early connections with receivers and going deep in camp drills.

Veteran WR DeAndre Hopkins worked with the offensive staff during training camp, indicating his integration into the Patriots' offensive system and his role in the wide receiver rotation.

A.J. Brown is the centerpiece of the Patriots' offseason strategy to give Drake Maye a true WR1 weapon. The source frames this as a key storyline entering camp, with the expectation that fewer sacks and more A.J. Brown production will define the offense's success.

Undrafted free agent TE Tanner Arkin is the frontrunner for the No. 3 tight end spot behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon; he earned first-team offensive reps on Sunday and also lined up at fullback in place of the absent Reggie Gilliam, demonstrating positional versatility and role expansion potential.

Seventh-round rookie RB Jam Miller impressed during Sunday's practice with multiple long runs while working with the second and third units, outperforming third-string RB Lan Larison and building a strong foundation ahead of full-pads competition later in the week.

FB Reggie Gilliam's status is listed as TBD after being absent from Sunday's practice, creating uncertainty about his availability and opening fullback reps for other players like TE Tanner Arkin to fill the role.

TE C.J. Dippre is on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, limiting his availability during early training camp and affecting tight end depth chart positioning.

RB Terrell Jennings is on the non-football injury/illness (NFI) list, sidelining him from early training camp activities and affecting depth chart competition at running back.

Tanner Arkin appears to be in a strong position to earn a depth roster spot after continuing to see meaningful reps with the first-team offense. With blocking tight end Julian Hill out for the year, the source indicates Arkin is on the inside track to earn the blocking tight end role based on early camp performance.

Efton Chism III, a former undrafted rookie, is competing with third-round pick Kyle Williams for the potentially final wide receiver roster spot on the Patriots. The source reports that the two rotated in and out of the top-level offense during the walkthrough, with the competition described as one that could go either way.

Kyle Williams, a former third-round draft pick, is competing with undrafted rookie Efton Chism III for the potentially final wide receiver roster spot on the Patriots. The source reports that the two rotated in and out of the top-level offense during the walkthrough, with the competition described as one that could go either way.

The source identifies Larison as the clear frontrunner for the RB3 job after he repped as the third running back behind Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson for the third consecutive day of camp. The source notes that walkthroughs emphasize usage patterns over performance, and Larison's consistent third-team positioning across multiple camp days signals strong positioning for the depth spot.

Claimed off waivers by the Patriots on Saturday, temporarily increasing the wide receiver room to 12 before Webb's IR move brought it back down to 11. Prentice joins a crowded Patriots wide receiver group that includes A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams, Efton Chism III, Kyle Dixon, Nick DeGennaro, and Cameron Dorner.

Placed on injured reserve after suffering a season-ending injury during training camp practice on Saturday; the wide receiver's sophomore season ended prematurely in late July. Webb was a feel-good story as a rookie free agent signed from the Berlin Thunder of the European League of Football, earning a practice squad spot after strong training camp and preseason performances in 2025, but faced an uphill roster battle entering his second year given the Patriots' significant offseason wide receiver investments.

DeMario Douglas is learning from A.J. Brown's expertise in route running and defensive recognition, with Brown providing leadership through both example and direct instruction in the receiver room; Douglas highlighted Brown's 'different' perspective and willingness to share knowledge with younger receivers as valuable for his development.

Drake Maye is developing chemistry with newly acquired A.J. Brown through constant communication and dedicated offseason workouts; Maye hosted Brown and his other wide receivers on a three-day training trip to North Carolina, demonstrating commitment to building connection with his elite receiver ahead of the 2026 season.

Efton Chism III is competing for snaps in the Patriots wide receiver room behind top receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, alongside Kayshon Boutte, DeMario Douglas, and Kyle Williams.

Brown brings 56 career touchdowns through the air to an offense that ranked 20th in red-zone touchdown efficiency last season, positioning him as a potential catalyst for improvement in a critical scoring area; head coach Mike Vrabel noted Brown is working hard with offensive coordinator Todd Downing and his position coach to master the nuances of the new offense, including movement and route flexibility.

Brown is settling into the Patriots offense just three days into training camp, reporting 90% comfort with the playbook and emphasizing the importance of chemistry development with Drake Maye through constant communication and dedicated workouts; the duo spent three days training together in North Carolina during the offseason to build their connection ahead of the 2026 season.

Wide receiver Kyle Williams earned offseason award winner recognition from Mike Vrabel after bulking up over the course of the spring, suggesting improved physical conditioning and readiness for the upcoming season.

Kyle Williams is competing for snaps in the Patriots wide receiver room behind top receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, alongside Kayshon Boutte, DeMario Douglas, and Efton Chism III.

DeMario Douglas is competing for snaps in the Patriots wide receiver room behind top receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, alongside Kayshon Boutte, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III.

Kayshon Boutte is competing for snaps in the Patriots wide receiver room behind top receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, alongside DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III.

Romeo Doubs was added to the top of the Patriots wide receiver depth chart, establishing him as a primary target alongside A.J. Brown and creating a competitive landscape for secondary receivers competing for snaps behind them.

A.J. Brown was added to the top of the Patriots wide receiver depth chart, creating a competitive environment for secondary receivers like Mack Hollins who must compete for snaps behind him and Romeo Doubs.

In his first season with the Patriots, Hollins led all New England wide receivers playing 68% of the offensive snaps, his highest snap share since joining the team. His 46 receptions and 550 yards were his highest totals since 2022, when he first played under offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels in Las Vegas. Now in Year 10 and his second season in New England, Hollins is approaching training camp with renewed hunger, reverting to his younger mentality of intense preparation and outworking teammates after practice to secure his role amid fierce wide receiver competition.

Kyler Murray is projected to start the 2026 season for the Vikings in the quarterback competition with J.J. McCarthy. Drew Bunting expects Murray to begin the year as the starter, though he anticipates McCarthy will enter the game during the season and perform well, suggesting Murray's role is as the opening-day starter with potential for reduced playing time if injury occurs.

J.J. McCarthy is positioned to emerge as the Vikings' future starting quarterback in 2026. Drew Bunting projects that while Kyler Murray will start the season, McCarthy will enter the game at some point and play well, positioning him as the long-term successor and suggesting he will see meaningful playing time and opportunity to prove himself as a starter.

Historical precedent for late-career NFL productivity: Doleman returned to the Vikings for one final season at age 38 and recorded eight sacks before retirement, demonstrating that players in their late 30s can still produce at an NFL level.

First-round cornerback received a combined share of fan excitement votes (with guard Kaydn Proctor) that was smaller than second-round linebacker Jacob Rodriguez's individual vote total at 2026 training camp.

Third-round wide receiver received 2% of fan excitement votes for 2026 training camp, ranking sixth among early-round Dolphins rookies.

Jackson is cited as a developmental model for Malik Willis. The source suggests Willis should follow Jackson's path of learning to reduce reliance on his legs and upgrading his passing game to avoid injury, rather than running RPO plays all day.

Third-round tight end received 3% of fan excitement votes for 2026 training camp, ranking fifth among early-round Dolphins rookies.

Third-round wide receiver received 9% of fan excitement votes for 2026 training camp, ranking fourth among early-round Dolphins rookies.

Willis is the new Dolphins starter with a run-first offensive approach; he is known for his ability to pick up yardage and first downs with his legs. The source notes Willis is built like an RB and should be durable, though there is concern about overuse in RPO schemes. Willis has already improved his completion percentage year over year through additional training on his passing game.

Willis is positioned as the Dolphins' 2026 starting quarterback in a rebuild context. Brad Gagnon notes that while Willis and a new coaching staff could energize the franchise, the support structure around him doesn't inspire confidence as Miami enters the post-Tyreek Hill/Jaylen Waddle era with a revamped roster featuring 13 new rookies and several under-the-radar free agent signings. The Dolphins face the second-toughest schedule in the league and are projected to win 4.5 games or fewer.

Simpson, the rookie first-round pick, is slotted as third-string quarterback and did not receive any reps with the first-team offense on Day 1 of training camp. Instead, he worked with the second-team offense while Bennett led the 1s. The source notes it is more likely the Rams would sign or trade for a veteran than promote Simpson before Week 1 if Bennett fails to impress, suggesting Simpson's path to the backup role is blocked.

Bennett led the Rams' first-team offense on Day 1 of training camp 2026, taking every rep with the 1s while Matthew Stafford took a scheduled rest day. This represents a significant elevation in opportunity; Sean McVay is giving Bennett more chances to feel like a starter than ever before. Bennett has been strictly a third-string QB and preseason starter through his first three NFL seasons, but now has a genuine path to win the backup job. Offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase praised Bennett's competitiveness, noting that 'anybody enjoys playing with a quarterback who competes, who's going to throw it all in there,' and that this mentality has only grown since joining the Rams. Bennett will receive more reps in one month than he's had in the last three years combined.

Simpson's 2026 preseason playing time is uncertain; if he does not see action in the preseason, he may not see any game action during the regular season unless the Rams' starting quarterback(s) go down. Simpson signed a four-year rookie contract worth $25.4 million with a $14.94 million signing bonus as the No. 13 overall pick.

Fourth-year backup quarterback Stetson Bennett was under center for most of the first-team reps during the first day of Rams training camp. In direct competition with first-round pick Ty Simpson for the backup role behind Matthew Stafford, Bennett was outperformed by Simpson on Day One, described as less sharp and efficient. However, the source cautions against overreacting to a single outing, noting there will be days where Bennett is the better player and it will take more than one good day for Simpson to unseat him.

First-round pick Simpson impressed in his first training camp outing, described as 'the sharper, more efficient quarterback' than fourth-year backup Stetson Bennett on Day One. Simpson showed flashes of poise, command, mobility, and willingness to push the ball downfield; when first reads were covered, he worked to secondary options and kept plays alive. Former Rams beat writer Vinny Bonsignore noted 'quiet satisfaction inside the Rams building with how Simpson handled being thrown into the deep end by McVay.' If Simpson continues to outshine Bennett, the mix could change in coming weeks, putting him on a path to overtaking Bennett and earning the backup role behind Matthew Stafford. Such an outcome would benefit LA's roster construction by allowing them to carry only two quarterbacks and add depth at positions of need like linebacker, running back, or corner.

Simpson slid into the backup quarterback role at Rams training camp, with Stetson Bennett stepping up to lead the first-team offense. Offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase expressed encouragement about Simpson's work ethic and mindset, stating 'I appreciate the way that he works as much as anything. And I think anytime you've got that mindset, you're going to continue to grow each time that you're out there.' Simpson will have opportunity to continue developing in camp.

Film breakdown of Big Ten Championship game demonstrates Mendoza's decision-making and ball placement under pressure. Against Ohio State's Cover 1 blitz look, Mendoza reads the safety bracket on Sarratt, snaps his head to Becker running a go route on the opposite side, and delivers a precise 33-yard completion over press coverage. The throw helped flip field position and contributed to Indiana's first Big Ten Championship since 1967, showcasing his ability to process post-snap reads and execute in high-leverage moments.

Sarratt was the target on a designed roll-out early in the Big Ten Championship where Mendoza delivered a strike on the run right before taking a huge hit. On the play, Mendoza found Sarratt open on a drag route after a pair of defenders collided, hitting him with a perfect ball in front and in stride for a nine-yard gain. This highlighted Mendoza's toughness to throw under pressure and ability to maintain accuracy without a stable base.

Mendoza delivered a clutch 33-yard deep shot to Charlie Becker that sealed the Big Ten Championship for Indiana with 2:41 remaining and the Hoosiers up three points facing third-and-six. Against Ohio State's Cover 1 look with the free safety bracketing Sarratt, Mendoza snapped his head around to Becker running a go route on the opposite side, saw Becker beat press coverage and get a step on the corner, and dropped the ball in the bucket. The completion picked up the first down, melted time off the clock, and flipped the momentum of the contest.

Mendoza demonstrated excellent read and anticipation on a first-down play against Ohio State's quarters coverage. With the slot receiver running an in route outside the nickelback, Mendoza recognized the outside corner was on an island against the intermediate out route and threw with anticipation, starting his throwing motion before the receiver was out of the break to beat the coverage and move the sticks.

Mendoza is effective at evading pressure when it isn't coming from the blind side and is decent at making off-script plays. He excels at recognizing when defensive backs don't plaster and come off their man on scramble drills. Against Ohio State's Tampa 2 look, he bailed out of the pocket in the proper direction, recognized the defense had no edge containment since both linebackers dropped in coverage, scrambled toward the wide side, and executed a jump pass to Becker for a third-down conversion after seeing the nickelback come downhill.

Mendoza demonstrated toughness and accuracy under pressure on a designed roll-out early in the Big Ten Championship. While on the run and knowing he was about to get crushed, he delivered a perfect strike to Elijah Sarratt on a drag route for a nine-yard gain, hitting the receiver in front and in stride. This play highlighted two important traits: the toughness to throw under pressure and the ability to maintain accuracy without a stable base.

Mendoza's feel for pressure was a significant issue on a second-quarter sack against Ohio State. Despite showing a good internal clock and attempting to escape the pocket before the defensive end won around the edge, he ran into pressure instead of stepping up and taking advantage of an open lane outside the guard. This suggests he lacks awareness of where the defensive end is positioned, forcing him into an escape-artist role that exposed his lateral movement limitations.

Mendoza's lateral movement skills and change of direction are areas of improvement for the NFL level. He is a good linear athlete with speed to pick up yards on his legs, but his agility and short-area quickness to pivot and escape the pocket are lacking. This deficiency led to sacks in the Big Ten Championship, particularly when forced to move laterally out of the pocket against Ohio State's pressure schemes.

Despite a pedestrian stat line (15/23, 65.2% completion, 222 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT), Mendoza earned an elite 91.9 PFF grade in the Big Ten Championship against Ohio State—his highest single-game grade of the 2025 season. Four incompletions were throwaways, one was a batted pass, and the interception came on a screen where the corner jumped the route. PFF credited him with three big-time throws and zero turnover-worthy plays, demonstrating his ability to throw deep and on the run stood out against the Buckeyes.

Offensive Coordinator Scott Turner compared Brock Bowers favorably to a $141M veteran wide receiver, suggesting Turner views Bowers as a high-caliber receiving threat in the Raiders offense.

The Las Vegas Raiders drafted Mendoza #1 overall as a potential franchise quarterback. He signed his rookie contract and is in training camp, but the coaching staff is not rushing him onto the field. Instead, Kirk Cousins was signed as the spot starter to allow Mendoza to learn and acclimate to NFL life. Mendoza views the quarterback room as a collaborative environment where he and Cousins compete with each other rather than against each other, reducing pressure and allowing him to develop while receiving mentorship.

Receiver Andrew Armstrong was targeted by Patrick Mahomes in red-zone 7-on-7 drills during Chiefs training camp but had the pass broken up by rookie cornerback Jadon Canady. Limited context on Armstrong's overall camp performance or role.

Fifth-round rookie receiver Cyrus Allen made a leaping catch in the back of the end zone between two defenders during red-zone 7-on-7 drills with Patrick Mahomes at Chiefs training camp. Allen expressed comfort with Mahomes' play style, noting familiarity from playing Madden NFL with him and citing the Chiefs as his favorite team. Early camp performance demonstrates receiving ability and rapport with starting quarterback.

Caught a 49-yard touchdown reception in Week 2 against the Philadelphia Eagles; the source calls for more deep-ball plays of this type in the 2026 season, noting it was a rare highlight for the Chiefs' passing attack and suggesting untapped upside in Mahomes' vertical passing game.

Second-year tight end assigned the No. 49 jersey for the 2026 training camp; roster context indicates he is competing for or holding a depth chart position with the Chiefs.

Kenneth Walker is positioned as the Chiefs' primary avenue for explosive plays and a credible run threat that defenses must account for, especially as Mahomes reduces scrambling due to his ACL recovery. The source identifies Walker as a key weapon to help offset Mahomes' reduced rushing ability and to unlock the run game through under-center formations, which can improve blocking angles and create play-action opportunities.

The source projects that Mahomes will transition to a more pocket-based, play-action quarterback role this season. This shift stems from his ACL recovery and reduced scrambling ability. The offense is expected to go under center more frequently, which provides extra protection, unlocks easier blocking angles for the run game, and allows Mahomes to manipulate zone defenders from his eyes. The best-case scenario is that as the season progresses, Mahomes becomes more capable and willing to scramble and run again, potentially hitting a physical stride by the playoffs.

Mahomes tore his ACL against the Los Angeles Chargers during Week 15 of last season. Despite the severity of the injury, he has been a full participant in training camp only seven months post-injury, which the source notes is remarkable. However, Mahomes will need to materially alter his playing style, primarily by running and scrambling significantly less this season to account for the injury recovery.

Kitselman's opportunity to impress will expand the more time Conklin is out due to his PUP status. The source notes these circumstances could result in a switch at TE3 or the Lions considering keeping a TE4, giving Kitselman a path to earn a roster spot.

Conklin is starting training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, but the source still expects him to slide into the Lions' TE3 role. His absence will open the door for rookie Kitselman to impress, and the more time Conklin is out, the more time the rookie has to develop. These circumstances could result in a switch at TE3 or the Lions considering keeping a TE4.

Wright is locked in as the TE2 on the Lions' projected 53-man roster.

LaPorta is locked in as the TE1 on the Lions' projected 53-man roster.

Kennedy is competing for a roster spot beyond the top five receivers. The source is open to the possibility that Kennedy could convince them to keep a sixth receiver, but for now has him off the projected 53-man roster.

Meeks is competing for a roster spot beyond the top five receivers. The source is open to the possibility that Meeks could convince them to keep a sixth receiver, but for now has him off the projected 53-man roster.

Wilson is competing for a roster spot beyond the top five receivers. The source is open to the possibility that Wilson could convince them to keep a sixth receiver, but for now has him off the projected 53-man roster.

Lovett is projected as WR5 on the Lions' 53-man roster, though the source has many questions about the fifth receiver spot. The source is not sure the Lions are ready to give up on Lovett yet, but acknowledges that Wilson, Meeks, or Kennedy could convince them to keep a sixth receiver.

Dortch is locked in as one of the first four receivers on the Lions' projected 53-man roster, with the source noting that after the top four receivers, there are many questions about the remaining depth.

TeSlaa is locked in as one of the first four receivers on the Lions' projected 53-man roster, with the source noting that after the top four receivers, there are many questions about the remaining depth.

Williams is locked in as one of the first four receivers on the Lions' projected 53-man roster, with the source noting that after the top four receivers, there are many questions about the remaining depth.

St. Brown is locked in as one of the first four receivers on the Lions' projected 53-man roster, with the source noting that after the top four receivers, there are many questions about the remaining depth.

With Gibbs expanding his RB1 role, Pacheco could take on more special teams duties, potentially reducing the overall number of running backs the Lions keep on the roster.

Gibbs is expected to expand his RB1 role this season, which opens the door for Pacheco to take on some special teams duties and could result in fewer running backs needed overall.

Altmyer has a steep hill to climb to crack the 53-man roster; he'll either need to jump Bridgewater on the depth chart or convince coaches to keep a QB3 on a loaded roster where spots are at a premium. The source is staying chalk and sticking with the two expected quarterbacks, leaving Altmyer off the projected roster.

Wide receiver placed on PUP list at start of training camp due to ankle cleanup procedure performed in offseason after ankle issue worsened late in 2025 season; PRP injection did not resolve problem, requiring surgery. GM Chris Ballard indicated three-month recovery timeline in April with no expected long-term implications. Pierce is expected to play major role in offense coming off 1,000-yard season, but missing early camp reps is not ideal, especially with QB Daniel Jones returning from Achilles injury and needing timing with receivers. Pierce does not need every summer rep to know his role, but offense needs top weapons available soon to minimize gelling time later in summer.

Taylor remains a capable game-carrier for the Colts' offensive unit. The source identifies him as part of the foundation supporting the team's path to 10 wins and playoff contention, alongside a strong offensive line and secondary talent, suggesting he retains meaningful role and production potential in the offense.

Richardson's health and performance are the primary determinant of the Colts' division and playoff viability. If fully healthy and playing at his best stretch level from last season, the Colts can be competitive for the AFC South; if average, limited by his Achilles injury, or inconsistent against better teams, winning the division becomes impossible. His stability is also critical to the over 7.5 wins bet—eight wins should be within reach if he provides stable quarterback play for a full season, but if he misses time or regresses, the Colts could slide back toward seven wins or worse.

Daniel Jones confirmed on The Pat McAfee Show that he will fully participate in 11-on-11 team drills when Colts training camp begins, returning to full participation approximately seven and a half months after suffering an Achilles tear in Week 14 against Jacksonville. Jones stated he is "ready to go" and had already participated in seven-on-seven drills during OTAs with continued extra sprint work. The source notes this removes a major question for Indianapolis, as the Colts need Jones working with the first-team unit to build chemistry and prove that his pre-injury success—3,101 passing yards, 19 passing touchdowns, and five rushing touchdowns in 13 starts with third-ranked yards per attempt and sixth-ranked QBR among qualifying quarterbacks—can carry over. However, the source emphasizes Jones still must prove on the field that the Achilles is not limiting his movement, confidence, or ability to operate under pressure.

Tune was the second-worst quarterback to start an NFL game in 2025, behind Max Brosmer. The source uses him as a benchmark for poor quarterback play.

Brosmer was the worst quarterback to start an NFL game in 2025, sacked by Brenton Cox in the meaningless week 18 game against the Packers. The source uses him as a benchmark for poor quarterback play.

Tight end depth chart role is uncertain for 2026; the Packers must determine whether Luke Musgrave will serve as the backup Y tight end, which impacts his playing time and fantasy relevance.

Tight end injury return timeline is a key question for 2026; the Packers face uncertainty about when Tucker Kraft will be available to return from injury, which directly impacts his fantasy availability and the team's passing game.

Wide receiver depth chart and role advancement is uncertain for 2026; the Packers must determine whether Savion Williams can step up and secure the WR4 role, which would impact his fantasy relevance and playing time.

Wide receiver role and offensive scheme fit depends on how the Packers operate with two smaller receivers; Jayden Reed's usage and production will be shaped by the team's approach to deploying him alongside Matthew Golden in the passing game.

Running back durability and health status is a key concern for 2026; the Packers must determine whether MarShawn Lloyd can stay healthy throughout the season, which directly impacts his role and fantasy relevance.

Running back availability for 2026 is contingent on suspension eligibility; the Packers face uncertainty about whether Josh Jacobs will face a suspension that could impact his regular season availability.

Backup quarterback role for 2026 training camp remains uncertain; the Packers have not yet confirmed whether Taylor will hold the backup QB position entering the season.

Placed on the physically unable to perform list, indicating an injury sustained under the Packers' watch; status affects tight end depth chart and fantasy availability at the start of the season.

ACL injury with expected full recovery around August 23rd; potential return to practice as early as three weeks prior (early August). Source notes not to assume his PUP list stay will be long, suggesting he could be available for preseason or early regular season.

Zach Horton received zero votes from Pride of Detroit staff to make the Lions' 53-man roster. However, if Tyler Conklin sits for an extended period due to injury, Horton could gain opportunity to compete for the TE3 spot.

Placed on the non-football injury list, indicating the injury occurred outside team activities; this status affects his fantasy availability and timeline for return to practice and games.

Undrafted rookie Miles Kitselman is one of Detroit's most praised UDFA signings and received one vote from Pride of Detroit staff to make the roster. If Tyler Conklin sits for an extended period due to injury, Kitselman could gain significant opportunity to compete for the TE3 spot.

Tyler Conklin received 11 of 11 votes from Pride of Detroit staff to make the roster as the TE3, though most votes were cast before he was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list during spring practices. The severity of his injury is unknown, but he remains the favorite to win the third tight end spot if healthy.

Jackson Meeks received zero votes from Pride of Detroit staff to make the Lions' 53-man roster. Sione Vaki notes this was mildly surprising, but attributes it to Meeks still being a project player as he works at both tight end and wide receiver positions.

Tom Kennedy received one vote from Pride of Detroit staff to make the Lions' 53-man roster as a receiver, likely due to surprise special teams contributions in 2024. However, with only 1 of 11 votes, his roster chances are minimal.

Second-year wide receiver Dominic Lovett is expected to secure a roster spot as Detroit's fifth or sixth receiver. Eight of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters have him making the 53-man roster, indicating strong confidence in his ability to retain a depth role.

Veteran wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. is expected to secure a roster spot as Detroit's fifth or sixth receiver. Eight of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters have him making the 53-man roster, indicating strong confidence in his ability to fill a depth role.

Mims Jr. returns as an All-Pro-caliber returner for the Broncos special teams, with everything expected to remain the same from the prior season.

Jabari Small could work his way onto the roster bubble if he has a strong preseason performance, though he is not currently assumed to make the 53-man roster. His path to the team depends on a standout showing during the preseason games.

Kye Robichaux could work his way onto the roster bubble if he has a strong preseason performance, though he is not currently assumed to make the 53-man roster. His path to the team depends on a standout showing during the preseason games.

Sione Vaki is assumed to be locked into Detroit's roster as the third running back due to his elite special teams contributions, making him arguably the Lions' best special teams player. The team is unlikely to part with him despite the crowded backfield.

Jacob Saylors has the best chance among reserve running backs to secure a fourth RB roster spot on Detroit's 53-man roster. Nine of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters have him making the team, contingent on a strong special teams performance during the preseason.

Teddy Bridgewater's roster spot is secure as Detroit's QB2 due to his mentorship value, even though his preseason performance could theoretically change the situation. The Lions prioritize his role as a veteran mentor alongside Jared Goff.

Undrafted rookie Luke Altmyer is competing for the QB3 spot on Detroit's 53-man roster. Only one of 11 Pride of Detroit staff voters (Brett Whitefield) has him making the roster, indicating minimal confidence in his chances to secure a third-string quarterback role.

Whyle operates as the primary misdirection element in the Packers' TE Release goal line concept (100% TD rate, 2.0 YPA). The source describes: 'Josh Whyle goes in motion and looks to be angling to block out the EMOL (End Man On Line), but arcs around and releases to the flat.' His motion and release create the natural rub that frees Watson downfield, making him integral to the Packers' most efficient goal line passing concept in 2025.

Lohner has earned praise from head coach Sean Payton earlier in the offseason and should not be overlooked in the tight end competition during training camp.

Watson executes in-cutting route within the Packers' TE Release goal line concept, which posted a 100% TD rate (2.0 YPA) in 2025. The source notes: 'As another defender runs to cover, he runs into Christian Watson, running an in-cutting route.' Watson's role in this high-efficiency concept demonstrates his value in tight-confines red zone situations where natural rubs create separation.

Adkins will attempt to hold off rookie tight ends Justin Joly and Dallen Bentley for a roster spot during Broncos training camp.

Krull will attempt to hold off rookie tight ends Justin Joly and Dallen Bentley for a roster spot during Broncos training camp.

Rookie tight end Dallen Bentley will look to push for a roster spot during training camp against returning tight ends Lucas Krull and Nate Adkins.

Rookie tight end Justin Joly will look to push for a roster spot during training camp against returning tight ends Lucas Krull and Nate Adkins.

Butler will compete for the WR3 role in a deep Broncos wide receiver room during training camp, alongside UDFAs.

Waddle is the big addition to the Broncos wide receiver room, joining a deep group competing for starting roles.

Schradter will compete for a spot on the 53-man roster or practice squad in the Broncos backfield alongside Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie.

Badie will compete for a spot on the 53-man roster or practice squad in the Broncos backfield alongside Jaleel McLaughlin and Cody Schradter.

McLaughlin will compete for a spot on the 53-man roster or practice squad in the Broncos backfield alongside Jonah Coleman, Tyler Badie, and Cody Schradter.

Rookie Jonah Coleman figures to factor into the Broncos backfield this upcoming season, joining JK Dobbins and RJ Harvey in the running back rotation.

Harvey, a second-year back, will pair with JK Dobbins in the Broncos backfield, continuing his role in the running back rotation.

Dobbins returns to pair with second-year back RJ Harvey in the Broncos backfield, maintaining his role as a lead back in the offense.

J. Michael Sturdivant, an undrafted free agent rookie, is included on the Packers' 2026 training camp watch list, indicating the team is monitoring his development during the offseason.

Ehlinger enters training camp competing for the backup quarterback job against Jarrett Stidham, with the Broncos returning the same three QBs from the prior season.

MarShawn Lloyd is positioned near the top of the Packers' 2026 training camp watch list, signaling strong organizational interest in his development and potential emergence as a key contributor.

Stidham enters training camp competing for the backup quarterback job against Sam Ehlinger, with the Broncos returning the same three QBs from the prior season.

Seth Rollins characterizes Jared Goff as an excellent quarterback operating within an efficient Lions offense, positioning the team's passing attack as a strength comparable to the Rams' offense in terms of overall talent. This supports Goff's fantasy value as a high-efficiency passer in a well-coached system.

Seth Rollins projects Jahmyr Gibbs as an MVP candidate at running back, stating he will take the brunt of the load for the Lions offense this year and is ready for the responsibility. Rollins explicitly aligns with Kyle Brandt's bullish stance on Gibbs, suggesting he is undervalued given the Lions' overall offensive talent and efficiency.

Goff's success depends on the offensive line's ability to protect him and allow plays to develop downfield; the Lions have a strong quarterback-coach relationship with Mark Brunell, but Goff's 2025 performance suffered when the offensive line lost cohesion after losing Frank Ragnow and Kevin Zeitler; 2026 offensive line additions should restore protection.

Gibbs benefited from Hank Fraley's offensive line coaching in 2023-2024, with the blocking scheme creating massive running lanes for him to sprint through; the Lions' offensive line reshuffle in 2025 disrupted this production, but 2026 roster additions (Penei Sewell at left tackle, Cade Mays interior, Blake Miller right side) position Fraley to restore the run-game blocking that fueled Gibbs' success.

Conklin placed on PUP list to start training camp alongside Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch. No specific injury details provided in the source material.

Year-two wide receiver positioned for a significant leap in Denver's depth chart battle; competing for WR3/4/5 snaps alongside Marvin Mims Jr. and Troy Franklin in a rotation where all three receivers are likely to see playing time.

Potential WR3/4 candidate with upside to find his groove in Denver's offense, particularly with his college quarterback now on the team; positioned as a competing option in the WR depth chart battle alongside Marvin Mims Jr. and Pat Bryant.

Positioned as probable WR3 in Denver's depth chart battle behind Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton; depth chart positioning is fluid for the position, with Mims competing against Troy Franklin and Pat Bryant for snaps in a rotation where WR3, WR4, and WR5 designations matter less than actual playing time distribution.

The source raises a key question about whether Waddle will finally emerge as the big play receiver the Broncos offense has sorely needed; his role and big play potential are focal points heading into training camp.

All reports indicate Nix's ankle is back to normal, if not better than ever, heading into training camp; the injury recovery is complete and his ankle health is not a concern for the 2026 season.

Jonah Coleman is the Broncos' backup running back and depth chart contingency for J.K. Dobbins. The source notes the Broncos shrewdly drafted Coleman, who is more than capable of becoming a starting back just in case Dobbins misses time, positioning him as a relevant handcuff or injury-contingency play.

The source projects that if Dobbins can put together a healthy season for the first time in his career, it will silence naysayers and incentivize the Broncos to extend him to a longer-term contract. The Broncos offense hit its stride midseason with Dobbins in 2025 and was described as the best offense Denver has seen in a very long time in any consistent manner, suggesting his presence elevates the entire offense when available.

Dobbins has a checkered, injury-laden career spanning seven NFL seasons. He played in just 24 games across his first four years with the Ravens, suffered an MCL injury in 2024 with the Chargers after a 905-yard rushing season in 13 games, and was placed on injured reserve with a Lisfranc injury in 2025 after 10 games with the Broncos. The source emphasizes durability as a front-and-center question mark and frames 2026 as a make-or-break season for his ability to stay healthy.

Dobbins enters 2026 as the #1 RB on the Broncos roster after signing a two-year $16 million extension. The source notes that when healthy, he is an excellent NFL starting running back who runs with power, has great vision, and is a capable blocker. In 2025, he posted 153 rushes for 772 yards (5.0 ypc), 4 TD, and 11 receptions across 10 games before a Lisfranc injury landed him on injured reserve.

The source identifies Holden as an unknown WR to watch during 2026 training camp. With CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy, and KaVontae Turpin occupying the top of the depth chart, the fifth WR spot is up for grabs—and Holden is positioned as a favored candidate. Last year in practice, he made plays including a one-handed catch in the back of the end zone on a Joe Milton throw and long catches in preseason games against the Rams and Ravens, which led to a practice squad signing. Though he did not see regular-season action, he enters camp as one of the favored young receivers to make the team. The source notes that despite veteran competition (Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Denzel Mims, Tyler Johnson), Holden should have a spot at least on the practice squad again if he catches everything thrown his way like last year.

The source identifies Spann-Ford as a TE entering the season behind starter Jake Ferguson but positioned for an expanded role in 2026. He carved out a role last year as Dallas' primary blocking tight end. With Luke Schoonmaker's roster standing uncertain, Spann-Ford has a chance to climb the depth chart if he becomes a more consistent receiving threat. Standing 6-foot-7, he presents matchup problems near the goal line. The source suggests Dallas should expand his role as a receiver to create mismatches in the passing game, leveraging his size and reliable hands to improve efficiency inside the 20. Red-zone training camp work could be the perfect opportunity to make that statement.

The source projects Mafah to carve out a goal-line role in 2026 as Dallas seeks to keep starting RB Javonte Williams fresh. At 6-foot-1 and 232 pounds, Mafah has the frame to punish defenders in short-yardage situations. He was sidelined by a shoulder injury until the season finale last year, when he punched in a goal-line touchdown—the type of role he needs to expand on. The source frames this as beneficial for both Williams (fewer unnecessary hits) and the Cowboys (a true battering ram in the red zone capable of turning tough yards into touchdowns).

Tight end competing for a roster spot on the Cowboys; received early hype heading into training camp; whether he can deliver on that hype during camp remains a key question for the tight end depth chart.

Competing for backup running back roster spots alongside Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah; one of three candidates vying for the final backup RB spot on the Cowboys roster.

Competing for backup running back roster spots alongside Jaydon Blue and Malik Davis; one of three candidates vying for the final backup RB spot on the Cowboys roster.

Competing for backup running back roster spots alongside Phil Mafah and Malik Davis; Blue appears in all three the source projections examined, though the final roster spot may come down to one of these three candidates.

Competing with Sam Howell for a backup quarterback roster spot on the Cowboys; Milton is characterized as having athletic upside compared to Howell's experience; preseason games could determine the outcome of this roster battle.

Competing with Joe Milton for a backup quarterback roster spot on the Cowboys; Howell brings experience while Milton offers athletic upside; preseason games could determine the outcome of this roster battle.

Pro Bowl WR George Pickens secured for 2026 season on franchise tag at $27.3 million after Cowboys made clear intentions against long-term negotiations; contract situation resolved without drama, allowing team to focus on football.

Phil Mafah is heading into year two and the Cowboys seem to be very high on him, positioning him as a contender for the RB2 job alongside Jaydon Blue and Malik Davis.

Malik Davis impressed in limited work in 2025 and is competing directly with Jaydon Blue for the Cowboys RB2 job heading into training camp.

Year one was disappointing; Blue recorded 129 rushing yards, 1 TD, and 1 fumble in 5 games. Reports surfaced during training camp of maturity and professionalism concerns, later confirmed by head coach Brian Schottenheimer. A fumble in Week 7 against Denver seemingly put him in the doghouse until Week 18. Despite being drafted for big-play and pass-catching ability, game-breaking plays were few in the regular season. Heading into year two, the RB2 job is up for the taking, but Blue faces a heavyweight fight with Malik Davis and Phil Mafah. He must clean up fumbling issues, improve pass protection, and address maturity concerns to win the job.

Turner II is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of the Bengals' two outside cornerbacks. The source likes Turner II as a starting corner and projects him to be a lock on the roster.

All is projected to make the 53-man roster as the fourth tight end. The source notes that if All is healthy, he could cut into the playing time of all the tight ends ahead of him on the depth chart, suggesting significant upside if he returns to full health.

Hudson is projected to make the 53-man roster as the third tight end. The source notes that Hudson has the trust of the coaching staff, which supports his roster spot.

Sample is projected to make the 53-man roster as the Bengals' second tight end. The source notes that Sample is used as an extra blocker more often than not, though he can be effective when given the ball in space.

Gesicki is projected to make the 53-man roster as the Bengals' primary tight end. The source notes that Gesicki plays more like a slot receiver than a traditional tight end, indicating his role is more pass-catching oriented.

Pryor is projected to make the 53-man roster as the sixth wide receiver. The source notes that the WR6 job is up for grabs and could be a revolving door based on the situation, but Pryor is included in the final 53-man prediction.

Tinsley is projected to make the 53-man roster as a lock at the wide receiver position. The source notes that after Chase and Higgins, there is a considerable drop in talent, and the WR3 job is up for grabs, though Tinsley is considered a lock.

Jones is projected to make the 53-man roster as a lock at the wide receiver position. The source indicates that after Chase and Higgins, there is a considerable drop in talent, and the WR3 job is up for grabs, though Jones is considered a lock.

Iosivas is projected to make the 53-man roster as a lock at the wide receiver position. The source notes that after Chase and Higgins, there is a considerable drop in talent, and the WR3 job is up for grabs, though Iosivas is considered a lock.

Higgins is locked in as the Bengals' WR2 and part of what the source calls the best wide receiver duo in the league. The source notes that Higgins would be WR1 on almost any other team but is teammates with the best wide receiver in the world (Ja'Marr Chase).

Chase is locked in as a cornerstone of the Bengals' offense and part of what the source calls the best wide receiver duo in the league alongside Tee Higgins. Chase is described as the best wide receiver in the world.

Brooks is projected to make the 53-man roster as the third running back and the source expects his role to be expanded in the 2025 season, suggesting increased offensive involvement.

Brown is projected to make the 53-man roster as the Bengals' lead running back. The source expects the team to keep three running backs (Brown, Perine, and Brooks) and is comfortable with this trio heading into the season.

Burrow is locked in as the Bengals' starting quarterback for the 2025 season. The source notes that unless there's a catastrophic injury, Burrow will remain on the 53-man roster alongside Joe Flacco as the backup.

Harold Fannin Jr. is back with the Browns roster and available for training camp; this confirms his return to the team's tight end depth chart for the 2026 season.

Quinshon Judkins has made a remarkable recovery from a dislocated ankle and broken fibula suffered on December 21 against the Bills and will be full-go for Browns training camp beginning Wednesday; this is a significant positive for his 2026 fantasy outlook after a serious lower-body injury.

Jerry Jeudy is disputing a viral video that appeared to show him naming his preference for the Browns' starting quarterback; this suggests potential controversy or miscommunication around the quarterback situation and Jeudy's involvement in the decision.

Jerry Jeudy, a Browns WR, became central to QB competition drama when he was live on social media and asked who should be Cleveland's starting quarterback. A TikTok video showed Jeudy flashing four fingers, interpreted by many as a reference to Deshaun Watson (No. 4), but the video appeared edited with a skip in the clip. Jeudy disputed the narrative on X, posting 'Yall cut the clip perfectly for that narrative,' indicating frustration with the edited clip's implication. The source frames this incident as a preview of potential drama during Browns training camp.

Deshaun Watson is competing with Shedeur Sanders for the Cleveland Browns starting quarterback job; characterized as a controversial, used-to-be-good QB trying to make an unlikely comeback. The source identifies the QB competition as a volatile, drama-prone situation with multiple combustible variables including the team's long history of QB struggles, a head coach unafraid to speak his mind, and low team expectations.

Judkins is full go for training camp with no limitations. According to Mary Kay Cabot, Judkins' recovery was 'the best-case scenario for a full recovery.' Returning from injury, Judkins looked ahead of schedule during the spring, positioning him to build on his 827 rushing yards and seven touchdowns from his rookie season.

Shedeur Sanders is one of two quarterbacks competing for the Cleveland Browns starting job; described as a big name, hugely popular QB in a high-stakes competition alongside Deshaun Watson. The source frames the QB battle as a volatile, drama-prone situation given the team's long history of struggles at the position, a head coach unafraid to speak his mind, and low team expectations creating a crockpot for potential drama during training camp.

Todd Monken's Browns offense will run through Judkins; the team is likely to run the ball at a high clip to help the offensive line gel and support the starting quarterback. Judkins' rookie season (827 rushing yards, 7 TDs, 230 rushes despite missing three games) has him on track to be among the top backs in the NFL. Given Monken's history with Derrick Henry getting over 300 carries in both seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, Judkins could see a significant increase from the 230 rushes he saw in 2025, positioning a healthy Judkins with high carry volume as potentially the best thing for the Browns offense regardless of quarterback starter.

Trey Benson is practicing for the Cardinals but the team doesn't seem enthusiastic about him, raising the possibility of a trade. Benson himself liked a social media comment suggesting the Packers should trade for him, indicating potential interest in a change of scenery.

Cardinals WR with recent drops and ankle/back injury concerns that raise red flags on execution; Matt Waldman criticizes the narrative around Harrison's physical appearance and conditioning, arguing that on-field performance (signal) matters more than off-field aesthetics. Waldman also expresses concern that Harrison's focus on winning a bodybuilding competition rather than prioritizing football development could limit his fantasy upside, despite significant talent. Waldman roots for him but wants to see more consistent on-field execution and proper priority alignment.

Steelers QB is a more attractive late-round option than Kyler Murray; Matt Waldman is confident Willis will be the starter and is willing to gamble on his upside at a lower draft cost, making him a better value play than Murray given the uncertainty in Arizona.

Cardinals QB expected to start Week 1, but camp performance concerns and QB competition uncertainty with JJ McCarthy have reduced draft enthusiasm. Matt Waldman notes McCarthy has not looked good early on with accuracy problems, and Kyler isn't looking good enough in camp to be the clear-cut number one. While local observers have little doubt about the starter designation, Ian Rapoport's reporting of a competition extending to Week 1 creates enough uncertainty that Malik Willis becomes a more attractive late-round gamble at the position. Waldman is not as eager drafting Murray as he was before this uncertainty emerged.

Matt Waldman loves James Connor's game and thinks he can be a factor in the Broncos backfield. However, Waldman expects an early-season split with rookie Jeremiah Love before Love takes over the role. Connor's role depends on whether he makes it through training camp without being traded.

Jacobe Brissett will not receive the same leeway he got in 2024. Matt Waldman stresses that if Brissett's record is poor by week 13, he will be benched well before that point—there will be no repeat of last year's 1-11 tolerance. His job security is contingent on playoff contention by mid-season.

RB mentioned as part of Broncos backfield competition alongside James Connor and rookie Jeremiah Love; role and usage unclear but part of the three-way split discussion heading into training camp.

Lions TE could see 90 to 100 targets in 2024, a significant volume projection that assumes one of the three receivers ahead of him gets injured or the Lions shift to a heavier run game with Gibbs.