NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a tight end.

Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a tight end.

Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.

Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.

Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a running back.

Covey is on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.

Moore is on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.

Pierce is on the Eagles practice squad as a running back.

Carter could push for a starting role but will at least serve as the Eagles' dime defender providing depth at both safety and slot corner positions.

Latu could contribute as a fullback in addition to being a stud on special teams, giving him a multi-positional role on the roster.

Stowers was a part-time player in college and could need more seasoning before he's ready to contribute in the NFL; the front office might prefer him to play more than Mundt but he may not be ready.

The coaching staff could be inclined to better trust Mundt over Eli Stowers; he is expected to at least be a good blocker and will have a role as the second tight end.

Goedert is the clear top tight end and could see more volume than he did last year in the aftermath of A.J. Brown's departure, positioning him for increased production.

Covey could begin the season on the practice squad as the Eagles' primary punt returner.

Moore is a name to watch; the source tends to think he could stay around on the practice squad, where he finished the 2025 season as a member of the Denver Broncos.

Cooper is behind Wilson for the 'dirty work' wide receiver role; the source thinks he might make sense as a trade candidate for more depth at a different position, though he came alive last summer and could do it again.

Wilson currently seems to have the inside track on being the 'dirty work' wide receiver role, positioning him ahead of Darius Cooper for that specific role.

Brown is probably being slept on and it's possible he could be WR3, though the source currently projects him as WR4; the source suggests he may be undervalued.

Nick Sirianni has framed Wicks as a top three receiver on the team and compared aspects of his game to Keenan Allen, signaling high expectations for his role.

The Eagles are counting on Lemon to make significant contributions as a rookie; the source notes it's possible he'll be really good from the jump but will monitor his camp performance.

The source projects DeVonta is going to have a huge year, likely benefiting from increased volume following A.J. Brown's departure.

Mitchell is competing with Dameon Pierce for a fourth running back spot; the Eagles can likely keep at least one of them on the practice squad rather than the 53-man roster.

Pierce is competing with Elijah Mitchell for a fourth running back spot; the Eagles can likely keep at least one of them on the practice squad rather than the 53-man roster.

Shipley isn't a player that excites fans but will have a role as a kick returner, special teams contributor, and two-minute drill back; he's projected to make the 53-man roster.

Bigsby is described as simply too good to go underutilized, though the coaching staff is unlikely to take touches away from Barkley; the source sees him as a talented backup with limited opportunity.

If the Eagles' offensive line is healthy, there's no reason Barkley shouldn't have another big year; the source projects strong performance contingent on line health.

Payton has enough potential to warrant a third quarterback role on the Eagles' 53-man roster.

Dalton, who turns 39 in October, seemed to be QB2 in spring practices based on rep distribution but didn't look very good; the source struggles to see how he meritoriously belongs on the roster.

McKee is the Eagles' second-best quarterback and has shown promise in small sample sizes, positioning him as the clear QB2 on the roster.

Hurts is adjusting to a new offense under Sean Mannion; the source frames this as an especially important camp to monitor his progress as he learns the new system.

Diggs is listed in Tier VII and the source advises to keep an eye on him, noting he will hopefully sign somewhere in August, indicating his team situation remains unresolved.

The source identifies McMillan as a favorite in Tier VI at cost, noting he can be acquired fairly late in drafts while offering potential weekly starter value during stretches of the season.

The source identifies Nailor as a favorite in Tier VI at cost, noting he can be acquired fairly late in drafts while offering potential weekly starter value during stretches of the season.

Watson should benefit from Green Bay finally not having a deep rotation at the position, indicating increased opportunity and clearer role definition.

The source notes that while no one in Tier V is expected to finish as a Top-10 player at the position, history says that one of them will, suggesting upside potential.

McMillan is ranked in Tier VI as a WR3/4, part of the lower tier of receivers.

Nailor is ranked in Tier VI as a WR3/4, part of the lower tier of receivers.

Doubs' departure from Green Bay is cited as opening the door for Christian Watson to finally put together a complete season as an alpha, suggesting Doubs' role will be diminished.

Coker is ranked in Tier VI as a WR3/4, part of the lower tier of receivers.

Worthy is ranked in Tier V as a WR3/Flex play, part of a tier mostly composed of slot merchants and younger players who haven't quite proven it yet.

Shakir is ranked in Tier V as a WR3/Flex play, part of a tier mostly composed of slot merchants and younger players who haven't quite proven it yet.

Pearsall is ranked in Tier V as a WR3/Flex play, part of a tier mostly composed of slot merchants and younger players who haven't quite proven it yet.

Johnston is ranked in Tier V as a WR3/Flex play, part of a tier mostly composed of slot merchants and younger players who haven't quite proven it yet.

Nacua has had off-season adventures that the source references as a reason Chase is especially valuable, suggesting injury or availability concerns.

Pittman is ranked in Tier V as a WR3/Flex play, part of a tier mostly composed of slot merchants and younger players who haven't quite proven it yet.

The source questions whether Metcalf can return to alpha dog status, or if Aaron Rodgers is just too old to wait for him to get open downfield, suggesting concerns about his ability to produce at elite levels.

Pierce has led the NFL in yards per catch for two straight seasons. The source questions whether he can repeat this efficiency in 2026.

Godwin is ranked in Tier IV as a Back-end WR2 with good upside but uncertain floor.

The source questions if Harrison and Wilson are both healthy, who will be better, suggesting uncertainty about the pecking order and health status.

Sutton is ranked in Tier IV as a Back-end WR2 with good upside but uncertain floor.

The source questions what happens when Moore is paired with Josh Allen, suggesting the pairing could unlock additional upside.

Williams is ranked in Tier IV as a Back-end WR2 with good upside but uncertain floor.

Diggs was mentioned as a potential veteran receiver option for the Commanders if they decide to add another talent to the receiver room. The source notes Diggs is a 'DMV native' and 'seems like a decent option,' though Peters left the door open to adding another receiver while expressing satisfaction with the current group. No explicit endorsement or criticism was provided.

Evans is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

Aiyuk was mentioned as a potential veteran receiver option for the Commanders, but his 'often off-putting social media antics have seemingly made him a far less attractive option' despite his on-field talent. The source notes that even if Aiyuk were released by San Francisco, the Commanders' evaluation process—which includes cultural and locker-room fit assessment—would likely work against him. Peters confirmed the team evaluates 'everything,' including social media presence and locker-room compatibility, when assessing potential acquisitions.

Okonkwo, signed as a free agent from Tennessee, is expected to play a significant role in the Commanders' passing game under David Blough's scheme. Peters praised his receiving ability, after-the-catch skills, and competitive blocking, noting 'He's an outstanding receiver. He's outstanding in the pass game' and 'he's also a really good blocker.' Peters emphasized Okonkwo's versatility—he can line up in multiple positions and allows the Commanders to use two tight end sets or go with one tight end while maintaining receiver-like flexibility. Quinn and Peters view him as enabling creative offensive schemes and providing 'a lot of versatility in where he can line up and what he can do.'

The source is higher than most on Watson and thinks the departures of Doubs and Wicks should open the door for him finally putting together a complete season as an alpha. Watson should benefit from Green Bay finally not having a deep rotation at the position.

Adams is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

The source questions whether Nabers has fallen too far, noting he is a Round 2 pick when fully healthy, suggesting the market may be undervaluing him due to injury concerns.

Brown returned to the Commanders in free agency as part of Peters' offseason receiver additions. Peters expressed satisfaction with the receiver room's composition and progression, stating the staff 'did a great job identifying guys who would help us' and that the group 'progressed in the offseason and stepped up.' Brown is part of a receiver corps the Commanders are confident in heading into 2026.

Williams was added to the Commanders' receiver group as a third-round draft pick in the offseason. Peters expressed satisfaction with the receiver room's composition and progression, stating the staff 'did a great job identifying guys who would help us' and that the group 'progressed in the offseason and stepped up.' Williams is part of a receiver corps the Commanders are happy with heading into training camp.

Daniels is returning to action after missing 10 games in 2025 and finishing just four games; he's ready to integrate with David Blough's new offense. Quinn emphasized Daniels' hunger from the offseason and his ability to understand the new scheme quickly, noting 'he often makes the difficult things look easy.' Daniels' rejuvenated health and readiness to return to regular form are central to the Commanders' optimism heading into 2026.

McLaurin has the source's attention this season, set up for a lot of volume and paired with a QB who can get him the ball. The source specifically highlights McLaurin as a player to target in Rounds 3-5.

Flowers is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

McConkey has the source's attention this season, set up for a lot of volume and paired with a QB who can get him the ball. The source specifically highlights McConkey as a player to target in Rounds 3-5.

Waddle is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

Smith is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

Jaden Bradley was targeted by Jayden Daniels during team drills and worked with Terry McLaurin after practice, indicating involvement in the receiver group and individual development work.

Antonio Williams received a pass from Sam Hartman during team drills but also had a notable drop during practice, indicating early struggles with ball security in the Commanders offense.

Higgins is ranked in Tier III as a Borderline WR1/2, with the source planning to target receivers in this tier in Rounds 3-5 and with decent dollars in auctions.

Rice is ranked in Tier II as a Solid WR1 and described as a pretty safe pick barring injury.

Dyami Brown was targeted by Marcus Mariota during team drills and worked after practice with defensive backs, showing continued involvement in the receiver group and individual development.

Marcus Mariota threw to Treylon Burks and Dyami Brown during team drills, indicating involvement in the quarterback rotation during Commanders training camp day 1.

The source questions whether the market is sleeping on Odunze, suggesting he may be undervalued relative to peers like Burden in Tier IV.

Treylon Burks received passes from both Marcus Mariota and Jayden Daniels during team drills, showing early work with multiple quarterbacks in the Commanders offense.

Olave is ranked in Tier II as a Solid WR1 and described as a pretty safe pick barring injury.

Terry McLaurin was targeted by Jayden Daniels during team drills and worked with Jaden Bradley after practice, indicating continued involvement in the offense and receiver development focus.

Jayden Daniels threw to Treylon Burks during team drills, showing early work with the receiver group under new offensive coordinator David Blough.

Jayden Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin during team drills, establishing early chemistry with the team's top receiver under new offensive coordinator David Blough.

Jayden Daniels was first on the field during Commanders training camp day 1, indicating early engagement and readiness under new offensive coordinator David Blough's system.

Pickens is ranked in Tier II as a Solid WR1 and described as a pretty safe pick barring injury.

Lamb is included in Tier II as a Solid WR1, with the source noting that having two Cowboys in the Top-10 is unusual but not unheard of.

The source has A.J. Brown higher than most, citing the pairing of one of the game's best downfield threats with a QB who led the NFL in yards per completion and downfield accuracy last season as a no-brainer combination.

After four straight Top-5 WR finishes from 2021-2024, Jefferson was unplayable for much of 2025 and finished as WR37 with just 9.1 FPPG. The source expresses concern about whether 2025 was a blip or a sign of decline, though banks on Kyler Murray's ability to get him closer to historical numbers.

Chase is the clear WR1 for the source, especially with Nacua's off-season issues; he just needs Joe Burrow to stay healthy. The source emphasizes Chase's elite status and durability as the top-ranked receiver.

Jefferson is cited as an example of a rookie receiver who was 'fantastic in his rookie season' and 'erupted fairly early,' demonstrating that elite rookie receivers can contribute immediately. The source uses Jefferson as a positive example when discussing the potential for rookie receivers to be fantasy-relevant despite the need for patience with some prospects.

Watson is cited as an example of a receiver who can explode after a slow rookie start. He scored seven touchdowns in a four-week stretch starting in Week 10 of his rookie campaign, demonstrating the potential for late-season breakouts. Watson is also mentioned as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, but the source uses him as a positive example of patience paying off with explosive production.

McLaurin is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Adams is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Higgins is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Evans is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Olave is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Nabers is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

London is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Hill is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Brown is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Collins is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

Lamb is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has created significant angst for fantasy managers and contributed to running backs having an upper hand over top receivers in recent seasons.

St. Brown is ranked in Tier I (First Round Picks) and the source calls him 'among the most consistent players in fantasy this decade,' deserving a late Round 1 selection. The source emphasizes reliability and championship-winning potential over flashiness, noting that St. Brown has demonstrated sustained multi-year success unlike some peers.

Smith-Njigba is ranked in Tier I (First Round Picks) based on his 2025 performance, but the source expresses skepticism about his ability to repeat that 'ridiculous success' in 2026. The source notes that Chase and others in Tiers II and III have demonstrated more consistent multi-year production than JSN.

Nacua is ranked in Tier I (First Round Picks) but the source notes 'Nacua's adventures this off-season' as a concern that elevates Chase above him. Additionally, Nacua is cited as one of the high-end receivers who missed at least five games across 2024-2025, exemplifying the receiver injury trend that has plagued the position.

Chase is ranked as the clear WR1 in the source's preliminary 2026 rankings and placed in Tier I (First Round Picks), the highest tier. The source emphasizes Chase's elite status and reliability, positioning him ahead of other top-tier receivers including Puka Nacua, Jalen Smith-Njigba, and Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Lane is returning to play football after a previous absence, marking his availability and return to the roster for the Commanders in his second season.

Burks is making plays when called upon during training camp, demonstrating readiness and execution in his role with the Commanders offense.

Aiyuk is one of Jayden Daniels' skill players working with him during offseason training in Southern California, reinforcing their on-field connection and chemistry heading into the season.

Daniels has been putting in significant offseason work both during team scheduled activities and in Southern California working out with skill players, demonstrating commitment to improvement and edge-finding in his third season.

In his third season, Daniels is working with new offensive coordinator David Blough (former assistant QB) to get under center more frequently; he has improved significantly with this aspect of the offense since the initial install and continues to refine his comfort in the new scheme.

Receiver who held out during most of the 2025 offseason program due to a contract dispute but is now present at training camp. Quinn noted that while the impact may not show up in numbers, McLaurin's presence can be felt and is making an impact beyond his talent, including through leadership and team dynamics.

Jayden Daniels is heading into Year 3 of his NFL career with the Commanders; the coaching staff and front office addressed his status and development at the training camp presser.

The source notes that questions were raised at the Commanders' training camp presser about possible improvements to the receiver group, including whether social media activity impacts evaluation—a reference to Aiyuk's off-field presence and its role in how the team assesses him as a potential addition or contributor.

First-round draft pick Jadarian Price, who had just 15 career receptions at Notre Dame, is getting work in the passing game at training camp. On Monday, he beat linebacker Ernest Jones on a wheel route for a touchdown. Jones praised Price after practice, calling him 'good' and 'mature for his age,' noting he's working hard and executing well with the benefit of veteran backs teaching him.

Special teams player Irv Charles did not practice after picking up a knock earlier in the week. Status to be monitored.

Jake Bobo left Monday's practice early and was held out of Tuesday's session. Coach Mike Macdonald indicated the injury didn't seem major but warranted further evaluation.

The source notes Milroe has had a purportedly tough start to camp, but splash plays came in bunches for the former Alabama quarterback. He threw a pick-6 on a tip ball to rookie safety Bud Clark, but the source frames this as potentially positive given Clark's ball-hawking ability.

Jalen Milroe is showing progress at Seahawks training camp, with Day 4 of camp featuring one of his best practices in his short NFL career. The source notes a bounce-back effort from the offense after the defense dominated on Monday, suggesting positive momentum in his development.

Irv Charles is in a three-way tie for the WR6 position on the Seahawks' 53-man roster, separated by only seven votes among 286 Seahawks fans in a poll. This represents the closest roster battle on the entire team, indicating significant uncertainty about the wide receiver depth chart.

Emmanuel Henderson is in a three-way tie for the WR6 position on the Seahawks' 53-man roster, separated by only seven votes among 286 Seahawks fans in a poll. This represents the closest roster battle on the entire team, indicating significant uncertainty about the wide receiver depth chart.

Ricky White III is in a three-way tie for the WR6 position on the Seahawks' 53-man roster, separated by only seven votes among 286 Seahawks fans in a poll. This represents the closest roster battle on the entire team, indicating significant uncertainty about the wide receiver depth chart.

Ezukanma, a newer addition, is wearing No. 49. The source's official #JerseyNumberAnalytics stance is that 'Ezukanma and Wilson are cooked.'

Moore fielded punt returns during special teams drills alongside Makai Lemon and Britain Covey.

Kupp advocates for grass surface at Lumen Field, stating that playing on grass makes his body feel significantly better than turf. He emphasizes personal physical experience over injury metrics: "It makes a huge difference. I know all the metrics and all the data that say the injury rates of this, but I don't know. I know how I feel. You ask a lot of players who will say the same thing. Whether injury rates change or not, I know how my body feels, everything on turf versus grass." Kupp previously made similar advocacy during his 2022 time with the Los Angeles Rams, saying "We should be on grass."

Carter II saw some time with the starters in nickel defense in place of Marcus Epps, competing for snaps in the safety rotation.

Pierce had a long run at one point during practice and could be the favorite to be RB4, likely on the practice squad, although the Eagles did keep four running backs last season.

Covey caught a downfield pass from Cole Payton on the final play of practice and was able to find the end zone after the catch. He also fielded punt returns during special teams drills.

Watkins made a contested grab in 7-on-7 drills on a ballsy over-the-middle attempt from Cole Payton, showing continued involvement in the offense.

Sam Darnold's continued success has solidified his position as the Seahawks' starting quarterback with no debate; his performance lessens quarterback worries for the team and directly impacts the development and role opportunities for backup quarterbacks like Jalen Milroe.

Brown caught a quick slant in stride from Andy Dalton during the backup quarterback reps, demonstrating continued offensive involvement.

Second-year quarterback whose rookie season intrigue fizzled out by Week 5 after an ill-fated option play led to a turnover; restricted to third-team offense throughout training camp and preseason, slotting in as third-string quarterback behind Sam Darnold and Drew Lock. Development trajectory remains uncertain heading into Week 1, with questions about whether he can make enough strides to become QB2 over veteran Drew Lock, remain QB3 subject to healthy scratches, or see his Seahawks tenure jeopardized.

Wilson made a leaping catch on a completion from Andy Dalton during the backup quarterback reps, showing continued involvement in the offense.

Dalton made some positive completions during the QB2 competition, including a leaping catch to Johnny Wilson and a quick slant in stride to Hollywood Brown, while frequently rotating with Tanner McKee in the backup reps.

McKee took the first set of second-team reps in the QB2 competition that carried over from spring practices, including in the pre-practice walkthrough portion. He and Andy Dalton frequently rotated with the backups. McKee didn't do anything that made the source's notes.

Payton, the Eagles' QB4, saw limited action with the third-team offense but made a ballsy attempt over the middle to contested Quez Watkins that was completed in 7-on-7, and on the final play of practice completed a downfield pass to Britain Covey who found the end zone after the catch. The source notes Payton doesn't look scared to pull the trigger, as can be the case with some rookie quarterbacks, and is slowly but surely building the case for the Eagles to keep him as a developmental option.

Stowers, a 2026 draft class member, was invisible during practice, just as he was in the spring. Co-host Eliot Shorr-Parks noted he only noticed Stowers when he bobbled a short catch, suggesting limited impact.

Lemon, a 2026 draft class member, made some short catches via Hurts passes but nothing flashy. He was notably back in action after missing time during OTAs/minicamp, which the source calls important to see.

Bigsby, the Eagles' No. 2 running back, stood out on two plays during first-team reps behind Saquon Barkley. He had a long run up the middle where he fought through contact and looked explosive, and a catch-and-run where he came back to the ball, cut upfield, and shook his defender for yards after the catch. The source says 'The dude clearly has juice' and notes the Eagles need to find ways to get him involved.

Philadelphia could keep its fifth-round rookie quarterback Cole Payton on the roster over Dalton to not expose him to waivers, indicating the Eagles may prioritize protecting the young prospect's development over immediate depth chart competition.

Cooper was the recipient of the highlight play of practice—a diving catch on an anticipatory throw from Hurts over the middle against tight coverage. The source notes it was quiet for Cooper in the spring but that he comes alive in the summer, just as he did last year.

Brandon Aiyuk's often off-putting social media antics have seemingly made him a far less attractive option should the 49ers receiver ever apply for reinstatement off the reserve/left-squad list and be released by San Francisco; the Commanders' evaluation process considers social media behavior as part of locker room and culture fit assessment.

Smith had a good back-to-back completion with Hurts for a moderate gain, with the throw beating Quinyon Mitchell in coverage. This demonstrates continued connection between Hurts and Smith in the new offensive scheme.

The source identifies Stefon Diggs as a decent free-agency option for the Commanders, noting his DMV native status as a potential fit; this is positioned favorably compared to Brandon Aiyuk, whose social media antics have made him a less attractive option.

Wicks had good back-to-back completions with Hurts for moderate gains during practice, but also dropped a pass that may have been deflected by Quinyon Mitchell. The source notes Wicks has struggled with drops in the past, so avoiding those issues in camp will be important.

The Cowboys brought Sam Howell in during the offseason, likely because they wanted competition since they weren't yet satisfied with what they had; Howell has actually started for a season in the NFL, though he didn't start after that and his turnover problems were a key part of that, presenting both upside and downside to his experience.

Barkley alluded to having a bigger role as a pass-catcher after practice, which aligns with the source's observation that Hurts is targeting running backs more often than usual this offseason. The source notes this trend has been consistent throughout the offseason and suggests there may be something to it, though real games will be needed to fully validate.

Hurts showed encouraging signs in the Eagles' first training camp practice under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. He made quality on-time completions on under center play action, frequently targeted the middle of the field, and delivered an anticipatory throw to Darius Cooper over the middle against tight coverage that was the highlight play of practice. The source notes the offense looked much more functional than during spring practices dominated by the defense.

The fifth-round rookie quarterback is a candidate to make the Eagles' roster over Andy Dalton to avoid exposing him to waivers, suggesting the team values his development and long-term potential.

McKee is the Eagles' backup quarterback and unlikely to be demoted while on the roster. The Eagles could trade him before the season to a team in need of a backup or spot starter, but nothing indicates a trade is likely at this time.

Dalton split reps with Tanner McKee during spring, but it is unlikely the Eagles would demote McKee from the backup job while he remains on the roster. The source lists Dalton as one of 10 Eagles players who could get cut this summer, suggesting his roster spot is in jeopardy as the team may prefer to keep fifth-round rookie Cole Payton on the roster to avoid exposing him to waivers.

Brown's career history shows he is capable of handling heavy usage, having had triple-digit targets in four consecutive seasons between 2020–2023, but his numbers have been trending down in recent years. The source projects he would be better suited as a horizontal/vertical stretch role player for the Eagles' receiving corps rather than a true mainstay at the top of the depth chart.

The Eagles traded for the 25-year-old Wicks and coach Nick Sirianni has been bullish on him, but projecting him into the No. 2 receiver spot is uncertain. His most prolific season was two years ago with 76 targets, 39 catches, and 415 receiving yards at a 51.3% catch rate, compared to Smith's 68.1% and Goedert's 73.2%. However, Wicks improved to a 65.2% catch rate on 46 targets last season, and the Eagles are banking on that upward trend continuing.

Lemon, a first-round rookie, is expected to be ready for training camp after a hamstring injury during spring workouts. The source projects he should look good in training camp and is the Eagles' best option to fill the No. 2 receiver role behind DeVonta Smith as a featured member of the passing game and possibly the third-highest target getter behind Smith (113 targets last year) and Dallas Goedert (82 targets). The Eagles need him to hit the ground running this summer to acclimate to the system and build rapport with Jalen Hurts.

Washington was the intended target of an Aaron Rodgers pass in the end zone that was tipped by Brandin Echols and picked off, resulting in an interception on Day One.

Freiermuth was the target of a nice tight-window throw from Aaron Rodgers during team drills on Day One, showcasing connection with the veteran quarterback.

Rodgers participated in team drills and had a nice tight-window throw to Pat Freiermuth; he also threw passes to Pittman and Metcalf that were broken up by Asante Samuel Jr., and had a pass intended for Darnell Washington in the end zone that was tipped and picked off by Brandin Echols.

Pittman was part of the starting 11 personnel receivers alongside DK Metcalf and Roman Wilson. He was targeted by Aaron Rodgers on a sideline pass where Asante Samuel Jr. read the play, broke on the ball, and batted it away.

Metcalf was part of the starting 11 personnel receivers alongside Michael Pittman and Roman Wilson. He was targeted by Aaron Rodgers on a go ball where Asante Samuel Jr. stayed with him step for step and broke up the pass at the catch point.

Tonyan was the target of Drew Allar's touchdown pass to close practice on Day One, a 15-yard throw down the middle that was one of the two best throws of any quarterback during team drills.

49ers QB Brock Purdy complimented rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, noting he doesn't look like a rookie. At 6-2, 207 pounds, Stribling looked comfortable over the middle where he used his frame to shield the ball from defenders, contrasting with smaller receivers such as Jacob Cowing who seemed to struggle with aggressive coverage.

The second-round pick was expected by some to get the starting receiver spot in the 11 personnel, but Roman Wilson earned that role on Day One. The source notes there is a very good chance Bernard will eventually get that spot. In individual drills, Bernard did look fast, but nothing too notable was recorded from his performance.

Will Howard is competing with Drew Allar in the quarterback battle to kickoff camp; on Day One, Allar had the edge in terms of big plays, with Howard not mentioned as having standout throws during team drills.

The Penn State rookie had the two best throws of any quarterback during team drills on Day One of the quarterback battle with Will Howard; he ripped a seam shot to Max Hurleman in seven-on-sevens and closed practice with a touchdown pass down the middle to Robert Tonyan from 15 yards out. While he had a few throws he would have liked back—a check down tipped by Cole Holcomb that was picked off by Payton Wilson and a tight-window corner route nearly intercepted—the source notes it was admirable seeing him take chances when others would simply throw easy pitches-and-catches to the flat, though more precision on tight-window throws would be ideal. Overall, it's a practice he can walk away happy with his performance.

Wilson was a focal point in team drills during the first practice, lined up in the starting 11 personnel alongside DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman; he was thrown to more than any other pass-catcher during team periods. In individual drills, his footwork looked clean, he was agile in his cuts and breaks, and he genuinely looked like a player that has been working to improve and earn real snaps in 2026. The source notes this mirrors what was seen in camp last year, but Wilson will be a name circled during exhibition play given where he was drafted two years ago.

The 49ers worked out Irwin, a 6'2", 200-pound undrafted free agent from the 2019 class who spent his entire career with the Bengals. Irwin's production peaked in 2022–2023, combining for 40 receptions and 547 receiving yards across those two seasons; he last recorded a statistic in 2024 with a season-high of 34 receiving yards.

James went from RB2 to losing that role to rookie Kaelon Black on Monday; the injury was confirmed Wednesday as fractured ribs; the source notes this is brutal timing since the 49ers need three reliable running backs this season and Christian McCaffrey needs relief after a heavy workload last season.

Pearsall has a knee issue related to last year's PCL injury that sidelined him; the 49ers have concerns about swelling in the same knee that plagued him in 2025; the team is not ruling out surgery and is exploring all options to improve his condition and get him back onto the field.

The 49ers worked out Bachman, a 30-year-old undrafted free agent from the 2019 class. Bachman was with the Raiders in 2025, catching two passes for 12 yards; in 2024 he had three receptions for 31 yards. Listed at 6', 190 pounds, he represents depth consideration for San Francisco amid Pearsall's injury.

Pearsall is likely to miss time with knee swelling, prompting the 49ers to work out replacement wide receivers. This injury context is the catalyst for San Francisco's WR workout activity.

Kittle is on the Active/PUP List recovering from an Achilles injury sustained in the playoffs in January 2026. The 49ers' Week 1 game in Australia could complicate his availability out of the gate. If he cannot prove readiness during the first four games, he will be transitioned to the Reserve/PUP list, making him ineligible for the first four games.

Rodgers had a slow first practice with the first-team offense, failing to score during a two-minute drill opportunity and being held scoreless in red zone shots at the end of practice. He was throwing early and often underneath to Roman Wilson but the pair had a miscommunication downfield; Rodgers and rookie receiver Germie Bernard also seemed to not be on the same page. Head coach Mike McCarthy noted Rodgers would be on a pitch count this week in preparation for fully padded practices, with emphasis on ironing out miscommunications between Rodgers and his receivers.

Allar had the best moments of any quarterback on Day 1 of Steelers training camp, firing a touchdown pass to tight end Robert Tonyan on the final play and connecting on an impressive over-the-middle throw to Max Hurleman in seven-on-sevens that would have gone for a touchdown. Though he also threw an interception on a deflected ball and had two more batted down, the source notes it was encouraging to see exciting throws from the third-round pick despite him being a work in progress.

Eagles QB ranked No. 56 on 2026 NFL Top 100 list, down 37 spots from prior year but still ranked higher than Lamar Jackson (No. 69), Jordan Love (No. 72), and Baker Mayfield (No. 77). 2025 stats: 25 passing TDs (career-high), 8 rushing TDs, third Pro Bowl in four years. Jeremy Bergman attributes the drop to decreased completion percentage and reduced run-game usage, but notes Hurts 'remains one of the NFL's top dual-threat signal-callers entering his seventh NFL season, with or without the departed A.J. Brown.' Faces new OC and scheme in 2026.

Hurts identified heart and hunger for the game as the number one thing he's seen from rookie WR Makai Lemon. Hurts noted the generational gap, quipping that it's a little different for him now having been in the league so long that Lemon was actually in high school when Hurts was drafted to the Eagles.

Hurts praised DeVonta Smith's development over his career, noting that the WR has always been really polished but is now really smooth at this point in his career. Hurts recalled their college days at Alabama when all the other receivers declared for the draft but Smith didn't, making him someone who has had to take a backseat at times, but he's always had that hunger to be the guy.

Hurts emphasized discipline and unity as his main focus coming into 2026 training camp, stressing the importance of carrying and protecting team intimacy. He noted that he's at a point in his career where he needs to step in and help new OC Sean Mannion bridge the old and new system, and that with a new OC annually, there's nothing different going into this season. Hurts is seeking alignment with his offensive coordinator and relaying everything to teammates so they're all on the same page.

Giants tight end Thomas Fidone, who was initially placed on the PUP list, passed his physical on Tuesday and was removed from PUP, participating in Wednesday's training camp workout. This clears him for full participation in camp activities.

Giants WR Malik Nabers had limited participation on Day 1 of training camp, participating in individual drills and running a few pass routes on air at the beginning of practice before playing a few minutes of catch with Dart when practice ended. This limited workload suggests a cautious approach to his integration into full-team drills.

Second-year Giants QB Dart is being asked to work significantly more under center in 2026 training camp than in his rookie year; roughly half of his 11-on-11 reps Wednesday came from under center. Dart acknowledged the mechanical adjustments required, noting 'There's reps of things that I haven't really had a ton of experience doing,' and cited footwork and pocket landmarks as key differences. He emphasized comfort with the changes after extensive offseason reps and stated the adjustments are conceptual rather than requiring in-game mental overhead.

The Giants are targeting a Week 1 return for Malik Nabers and kept him off the PUP list, avoiding a mandatory four-game absence. The source notes that Nabers' earlier start to practice this summer positions him well for Week 1 readiness. Barring setbacks, it's fair to be optimistic he'll be in the lineup against the Cowboys, though his return will be a gradual process with weekly evaluation.

Everything about the Giants' 2026 fortunes centers on second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart's ability to grow as a pocket passer, game manager, and finisher. Dart, 23, is learning a new offense under new coach John Harbaugh and coordinator, while also navigating increased public spotlight after aligning with Donald Trump. Year 1 of Harbaugh's program is a rebuild that won't happen overnight; Dart controls whether 2026 brings immediate promise or reveals more work ahead than Harbaugh anticipated.

Dart, the backup quarterback, had minimal reps with Nabers last season—only about a quarter and one week of practice time while Nabers worked almost exclusively with then-starter Russell Wilson. Dart emphasized the importance of building chemistry with Nabers during training camp, saying 'it's huge' to have Nabers on the field even in limited capacity. Dart and Nabers spent time post-practice playing catch and have been building communication through tape study and offseason dialogue.

Nabers caught a franchise record 109 passes for 1,204 yards as a rookie in 2024 before the ACL injury. Head coach John Harbaugh stated there is no exact plan or definitive date for Nabers' return to game action, taking a day-to-day approach to his recovery progression.

Nabers participated in limited wide receiver agility drills and ran routes on Day 1 of Giants training camp while recovering from a torn ACL that required two surgeries. The Giants did not place him on the PUP list, allowing him to practice from Day 1; he was not wearing a knee brace during Wednesday's session. Head coach John Harbaugh said Nabers 'looked good' and emphasized a day-to-day approach with no definitive game-action timeline, though Harbaugh indicated Nabers will not be scheduled for full practice for a while yet.

A potential Jaxson Dart injury could derail what might otherwise be a surprising 4-1 start for the Giants; the source frames this as a realistic downside scenario for New York's season.

WR Malik Nabers' return from a knee injury remains unclear with no official timetable or Week 1 status guidance from the team; the source interprets the lack of communication as a bad sign for his availability at season start.

RB Cam Skattebo is healthy enough to do backflips, signaling readiness heading into training camp; the source notes this as good news for the Giants despite other roster concerns.

WR Malik Nabers participated in individual drills and has been running and cutting during the first Giants training camp practice, per GM Joe Schoen, indicating positive recovery progress from his injury.

RB Cam Skattebo made his presence known during the first Giants training camp practice under John Harbaugh, signaling early impact and competitive positioning in the backfield.

Rhamondre Stevenson was the third player to leave Tuesday's practice early, raising injury/availability concerns during early training camp.

Graham Wilker makes bold training camp prediction that Lan Larison separates himself as the clear RB3, indicating strong early performance and potential depth chart elevation.

WR Kyle Williams reacting to lack of training camp reps, noting the situation is 'out of my control,' indicating limited offensive role opportunity during early camp.

Doug Kyed talks up rookie TE Eli Raridon, who is ascending the depth chart at training camp, indicating strong early performance and potential role expansion.

Hunter Henry steps up during Day 4 training camp, showing strong performance in his role with the Patriots offense.

Kayshon Boutte makes multiple highlight catches during Day 4 training camp, including a touchdown reception from Drake Maye, demonstrating strong performance and chemistry development with the QB.

Drake Maye heats up during Day 4 training camp and connects with Kayshon Boutte for a touchdown catch, demonstrating improved deep ball accuracy and receiver connection development.

Drake Maye ranked 6th among top 10 QB prospects entering 2026, reflecting his standing as an elite young quarterback in the league.

A rocky Drake Maye-A.J. Brown connection noted during Day 4 training camp; Karen Guregian is still waiting for some Drake Maye-A.J. Brown fireworks, suggesting early-camp chemistry concerns between the QB and his top receiver.

A.J. Brown ranked 10th among top 10 players at the WR position entering 2026, reflecting his elite status despite early training camp connection issues with Drake Maye.

Mike Vrabel puts lingering A.J. Brown knee concern to rest, addressing a health question that had circulated during early training camp.

Undrafted rookie tight end seemingly continues to lead the blocking tight end competition, indicating he is winning the role competition at the position for the backup/blocking-focused TE spot.

Top tight end for the Patriots was heavily involved on Tuesday with three receptions. Started his day with a contested grab versus Dell Pettus and later added two more catches, all on passes from backup QB Tommy DeVito. Demonstrates continued involvement in the passing game and ability to win contested situations.

Top tight end for the Patriots was heavily involved on Tuesday, hauling in two Drake Maye throws during team drills. Beat safety Kevin Byard on a corner route and cornerback Marcus Jones on a deep out, demonstrating strong connection with the starting QB and continued role as a primary receiving target.

Offseason addition WR continues to be part of the top receiver trio alongside A.J. Brown and DeMario Douglas, but his connection with starting QB Drake Maye is a work in progress. Was targeted only once late during Tuesday's session, indicating limited involvement and underdeveloped chemistry with the starting quarterback.

Starting WR for the Patriots; his connection with QB Drake Maye remains a work in progress as of the fourth training camp practice. Maye-Brown connection is not yet where it needs to be, suggesting ongoing development in their timing and chemistry.

Patriots starting QB started slowly on Tuesday but overall had a good day, an encouraging development after struggling with accuracy during the last full-speed practice on Sunday. Got into a rhythm during 11-on-11s, finding Kayshon Boutte on long touchdowns and connecting with Hunter Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson for long completions. His connection with A.J. Brown remains a work in progress.

Historical precedent for contract negotiation approach during training camp; Kamara used a similar 'holding in' strategy years ago when seeking a new contract, and it did not cause issues with his team or availability.

Fourth-year WR has been New England's most impactful wide receiver through four practices. On Tuesday, caught a deep touchdown from Drake Maye during 11-on-11s, lining up as an X-receiver and beating safety Kevin Byard on a go route with strong ball tracking and concentration on an over-the-shoulder catch for 40-plus yards. Also caught a throw from Maye over the middle during 7-on-7s and added a pair of catches on out routes from backup Tommy DeVito.

Saints WR sat out team drills on day one of training camp due to ongoing contract negotiations with the team; however, he remained present and participated in other activities rather than fully holding out. The source notes this mirrors Alvin Kamara's approach years prior and suggests the situation is manageable, with GM Mickey Loomis expressing optimism about reaching a deal soon.

Wild card prospect; source expects Adams to perform much closer to his career catch percentage of 63%, suggesting current expectations may be conservative. Age and injury concerns exist, but source indicates a couple of games of absence can be managed by depth. Upside tied to regression toward career efficiency.

Wild card prospect with improving trajectory; source notes Nacua 'just keeps getting better.' Injury concern exists due to his aggressive play style, but source suggests a couple of games of availability can be filled in by depth. Upside remains intact if health cooperates.

Competing for WR#3 role; has special teams upside but punt return performance has been only adequate, limiting his differentiation in the three-way battle with Whittington and Mumpfield.

Competing for WR#3 role against Jordan Whittington and Xavier Smith. While Rams coaches favor him, source views him as most vulnerable to replacement among the three candidates, suggesting limited job security despite coaching preference.

Favored over Konata Mumpfield and Xavier Smith in WR#3 battle; source views him as most versatile, moveable piece with most balanced tools among in-house prospects. Also fits as willing blocker, adding positional flexibility.

Expected to land WR#6 role on Rams roster; source expects Rams will roster their drafted rookies barring injury. Possesses IQ and toughness that McVay covets; relative lack of burst/speed is not consequential in Rams' precision-style offense. Steady all-around game with toughness and physicality at contested catches and in middle of field fits Rams scheme well.

Boom/bust prospect tagged with high-end college potential but has underperformed so far in NFL. Needed polish and play strength coming out; offered playmaker traits and versatility to line up anywhere on offense and contribute in return game, but hasn't lived up to expectations. Rams WR coaches tasked with rehabilitation; progression would be significant news.

Undrafted rookie with successful preseason; stands out on tape with natural receiver traits, flowing fluidity, and playmaker potential. Size and lack of return experience in his background may limit ceiling relative to peers.

Undrafted rookie with successful preseason; fits Rams organizational mold with size, toughness, and contested catch ability. Demonstrates run-after-catch potential and fearless middle-of-field attacking on film; tracks ball well, uses strong hands at catch point, and breaks arm tackles.

Undrafted rookie with successful preseason showing; strikes the source as having a high floor due to versatility across offense and special teams, including punt returns, kickoff returns, and gunner duties. Demonstrated sharp route-running, separation creation, and good hands against lesser competition.

Edwards took the long road to the NFL via juco, a year at Hawaii, and Louisiana Tech; he's well put together with room for more muscle if needed and has adequate speed and short-area agility with good length, explosive leaping skills, and a strong upper body per Pro Day numbers; at college level, he was often used on tunnel and quick outside screens; on film, he shines in contested catches and fearlessly attacks the middle of the field, tracks the ball very well, uses big strong hands to snatch it at its highpoint, has good body control to haul in errant throws, has potential as an open-field runner with a quick catch/run transition, appears a long strider with buildup speed and more swervy through traffic than a sharp cutter, breaks arm tackles and is tough for one guy to bring down, and played mostly out of the slot but also outside in bunch.

Four-star recruit Williams originally signed with Oklahoma, moved to USC, then stepped down to Tulane; on film, his employment by Tulane mirrors how the Rams used Tutu Atwell with lots of over and dig routes, staples of the Rams' outside passing scheme; in the OU/USC offense, he was used on short, quick throws to rely on his open-field running; his overall route running is fairly polished at all three depths, he's a good hand catcher away from his body with nice hand/eye coordination in tight coverage, liquid fast in transition to run, begins with tempo then explodes into another gear whether running after catch or off route breaks, has stellar feet and very sharp cuts, is quicker than fast (4.50 forty is adequate), willing and able on balls over the middle, and his twitchy move skills and short-area agility will help counter press coverage.

Scott is an interesting acquisition signed to the Rams practice squad in October after his release by Seattle; he's the Rams' fourth team since being drafted by Chicago in Round 4 (#113) in 2022; his play time has been modest with 459 offensive snaps and 90 special teams snaps as a kickoff returner across his first two seasons with the Bears, and he was on the practice squad full-time with the Colts, Seahawks, and Rams; he's on Feldman's Freaks List for speed/athleticism/strength, wicked fast with good (not great) hands, a former running back with excellent open-field shiftiness, tracks ball well with good hand/eye coordination and body control, came into the pros as a development project on route running and physicality at the catch point, and fits better into the slot role as a pro despite playing almost exclusively outside in college.

Undrafted Presley spent the bulk of last season on the practice squad with only one elevation (11/23 vs. Tampa Bay); he's well-polished for an undrafted player and was Oklahoma State's all-time receptions leader with return experience averaging over 1,000 all-purpose yards per season; predominantly a slot receiver running short/mid-length routes with good hands, tracks well, transitions fluidly from catch to pass, can be bullied in man/press but has good feel for soft areas in zone, offers similar WR/KR value as Xavier Smith with better open-field moves per film, and worked coverage in college.

Round 6 pick Daniels is the most recent addition to the Rams wide receiver room; he has the appropriate 'Rams WR' frame and hasn't shown he can create a lot of space in man coverage, but makes up for it with stellar contested catch ability and is very good at finding open areas of zone coverages; he understands how to use his arm length, strong hands, and body positioning, is a very good ball tracker with loose limbs and good body control; his route running is adequate based on guile and IQ rather than speed and burst, positioning him as a potential latest Rams mid/late-round receiver to push for playing time.

Smith took on a much bigger role in the Rams' 2025 offense after serving as the primary punt returner for two seasons; over 233 receiver snaps, his stats were modest but he offered deep-threat value and averaged 17 yards per catch; he's a one-cut linear runner with stellar burst and long speed, shows good moves off the line, is fairly sharp and very quick in/out of breaks, doesn't fear the middle, and entered college as a walk-on before leaving with accolades including being a finalist for the Walter Payton Award.

Round 7 pick Mumpfield impressed Rams coaches from the beginning of preseason through the season; he played in all 20 games with 436 offensive reps and 73 special teams snaps; coaches praise his crisp route-running, showing understanding of angles, alternating tempo, and feel for space; he's crafty rather than speed-based, though athletic testing shows excellent burst, short-area agility, change of direction, and lower-body explosiveness; limited targets (23 regular season, 6 playoffs) with under 50% catch percentage suggest opportunity for increased role.

After knocking on the door for two seasons, Whittington is positioned to lock down the WR#3 role; he's played in 32 games with nine starts, accumulating 721 offensive reps and 338 special teams snaps; best suited to a supporting role, he does dirty work with toughness and full effort, plays to his size with sneaky athleticism, works mostly underneath as an outside check-down target and on screens, reads defensive leverage well, has good hands and plus body control on off-target balls, shows run-after-catch ability as the Rams' primary kick returner, and is a rugged blocker who can line up anywhere.

Adams returns for his final year under contract to the Rams at age 34; he still runs sharp routes, gets clean releases off the line, and is a threat near the end zone; just a solid year puts him well into the all-time Top 10 for receptions, Top 20 for yards, and Top 5 for touchdowns.

Entering his fourth season with the Rams and final year on his rookie contract, Nacua has averaged 103 catches for 1,397 yards and 19 touchdowns on a 72.5% catch percentage; he's drawn All-Pro honors in two of three seasons, establishing him as the primary weapon in an offense headed by Mathew Stafford and Davante Adams.

Patriots starting QB expressed confidence in Kayshon Boutte's chemistry and role in the offense, stating 'It's nothing new. I mean, you guys see it. All year last year and the year before, he just keeps doing things right' and 'he understands if he's got something down the sideline and a ball down the field, he's got a chance it's coming his way'; Maye's trust in Boutte signals continued target allocation despite depth chart additions.

Trade acquisition by the Patriots that elevated wide receiver position headlines alongside Romeo Doubs signing; brought in to address depth chart and provide deep-threat element that Boutte alone could not duplicate; now competing with Boutte, Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Efton Chism, and Kyle Williams for targets in Patriots offense.

Offseason signing by the Patriots that elevated wide receiver position headlines alongside A.J. Brown trade; brought in to address depth chart and provide deep-threat element that Boutte alone could not duplicate; now competing with Boutte, A.J. Brown, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Efton Chism, and Kyle Williams for targets in Patriots offense.

Fourth-year WR and Patriots' starting X-receiver in 2025 with 42 catches for 719 yards and 7 TDs in 18 games; despite offseason additions of Romeo Doubs and A.J. Brown creating depth chart competition, Boutte has dominated training camp with the biggest play in all three competitive sessions, including a 40-yard back-shoulder TD over All-Pro safety Kevin Byard; Drake Maye expressed confidence in Boutte's chemistry and trust, stating 'if he's got something down the sideline and a ball down the field, he's got a chance it's coming his way'; head coach Mike Vrabel praised his professionalism and communication, noting 'he was a large part of our success' in 2025 and 'has gotten off to a good start' in camp despite trade speculation.

Efton Chism is competing with Kyle Williams for the sixth spot on the Patriots' wide receiver depth chart and has gotten some reps over Williams in recent days during training camp.

During his rookie season, Williams ran routes virtually exclusively from the X-receiver spot as a backup to Kayshon Boutte, finishing with 12 receptions for 223 yards and three touchdowns. In the offseason, assisted by Mack Hollins, he worked on physicality while maintaining speed to become more versatile. His goal is to expand his role by moving from the slot to the outside to increase snap count and opportunities.

Four practices into his second training camp, Williams finds himself buried on the New England Patriots' wide receiver depth chart, competing with fellow sophomore Efton Chism for the sixth spot. He is behind A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, and Mack Hollins in the pecking order. Quality reps have been hard to come by, with Williams catching just one pass while working with the second team on Tuesday.

The source predicts Klare tallies two scores in his rookie season. Klare faces an uphill climb to getting on the field with four experienced tight ends ahead of him, but the source notes that one of those tight ends will likely get banged up during the year; Klare will get on the field at some point whether in garbage time or as a substitute piece because of missing pieces.

The source predicts Davis Allen earns a 3-year deal in the offseason, likely with a Sean McVay-type offense. Allen is a solid football player clouded by other great playmakers on the Rams; the source identifies Minnesota, Arizona, Cincinnati, or Jacksonville as prime destinations. Allen's career path may resemble Colby Parkinson, who began to emerge after his third NFL season.

The source predicts Higbee records a 100-yard receiving game this season. The source notes that every now and then Higbee goes off in a game; he almost accomplished the mark in the Rams' last game against the Cardinals in 2025 and had a dominant first half in the 2024 Wild Card game against the Minnesota Vikings before suffering an injury.

The source predicts Ferguson leads the Rams tight ends in receiving yards and touchdowns. Ferguson and Stafford were close throughout last season but could never quite fire on all cylinders, similar to Davante Adams. Now with his rookie year under his belt and beginning to nail down the nuances of a difficult position in a Sean McVay offense, the source believes the Rams have big plans for Ferguson in the flex role with frequent seam route plays for tight ends.

The source predicts Parkinson earns a 3-year contract extension with the Rams. While many view Parkinson as a trade chip due to the Rams' tight end surplus, the source argues he is secure because Davis Allen is a free agent after this year and Tyler Higbee is on his last year; Terrance Ferguson and Max Klare are more suited to be flex tight ends while Parkinson fits the role of an in-line/hybrid blocking tight end. Parkinson is also a California native and the source believes his preference will be to stay put with a team that values using tight ends.

The source predicts Adams has his best season since 2022, projecting 1200 receiving yards and double-digit touchdowns. While Adams is on his decline with less burst than previous years, he still poses a significant red-zone threat and his size is a huge weapon on the outside. The key is that Adams and Stafford will have an actual training camp this summer, unlike last year when Stafford missed bulk of it due to lingering back issues; this rapport-building should lead to a bigger receiving year for Adams.

The source predicts Mumpfield records a five-catch game in his second season. Davante Adams believes Mumpfield is the truth, which is bold praise for a 2025 7th rounder. Mumpfield had only 10 catches last season but saw offensive snaps in all 17 games with snap share percentage hovering around 40-50% in the second half of the season, providing game experience that will be useful going into year two.

The source predicts Daniels records a two-touchdown game this season. While the Rams have been slow to incorporate rookies and run 13 personnel at a reasonable clip making it difficult for Daniels to get on the field, the source believes Daniels could take the WR3 spot by the halfway point and is capable of having one big scoring game.

The source predicts Nacua eclipses 1800 receiving yards, which would make him the 7th player in NFL history to break that mark. This is a significant elite receiving projection for the Rams WR.

The source predicts Corum leads the Rams in rushing yards despite the backfield being destined for a 50-50 split with Kyren Williams. Corum is expected to see significant action between the 30-yard lines while Williams handles bulk red-zone duties; Corum's speed and explosiveness is rated a notch higher than Williams.

The source predicts Williams leads the entire NFL in total touchdowns this season. Williams is already proven as one of football's best red-zone weapons and is expected to become nearly unstoppable near the goal line, whether inside the five-yard line or catching passes out of the backfield, cementing himself as one of fantasy football's biggest stars.

The source predicts Stafford becomes the first QB to throw for 40+ touchdowns in four different seasons. Currently, only Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Stafford have achieved 3 seasons of 40+ TDs; Stafford threw 46 last season and getting to 40 again is deemed achievable.

Breakout age metric successfully identified Puka Nacua as a potential star receiver entering the 2023 NFL season, serving as historical validation for the predictive power of breakout age analysis in identifying incoming receiver production.

Sixth-round rookie receiver is standing out early in Rams training camp with impressive contested-catch ability and strong analytical profile. During non-padded practices, Daniels has caught nearly every target thrown his way, made contested grabs including a deep shot and toe-grab while covered, and drawn significant media attention. His college film shows elite contested-catch performance: 76.4% completion rate on contested passes (2023–2024 average in 80th percentile, ranked 3rd and 7th nationally those seasons). Breakout age metric ranked him third among projected late-round receivers in 2026 class, best among true late-round selections. Head coach Sean McVay expressed excitement: "I'm excited about CJ, and he'll be another guy, when you talk about the importance of the preseason, he'll be a guy I'm looking forward to watching play." Real test comes once padded practices begin; could be highest-volume targeted receiver in preseason.

Running back Kenneth Walker was getting plenty of work as a pass catcher on air and in seven-on-seven periods on Day 1 of training camp, especially in the red zone. One play featured Walker releasing from the backfield and running to the back corner of the end zone, where Mahomes lobbed a pass that Walker had to sky for, tip to himself, and secure.

Tight end Jared Wiley made a big-play catch down the seam on Day 1 of training camp that was a highlight for the starting offense.

Tight end Travis Kelce looked energized on Day 1 of training camp, running around with enthusiasm and being a reliable target for Patrick Mahomes. A needle-threading throw to Kelce between linebackers Nick Bolton and Drue Tranquill drew the biggest ovation of the day.

Rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen, while earning starting reps on Day 1, looked the shakiest of the four punt returners in the initial rotation when tracking, catching, and running forward smoothly with the ball.

Punt returner Jacob De Jesus was part of the initial rotation of four punt returners on Day 1 of training camp, alongside Nikko Remigio, Brashard Smith, and Cyrus Allen.

Punt returner Brashard Smith was part of the initial rotation of four punt returners on Day 1 of training camp, alongside Nikko Remigio, Cyrus Allen, and Jacob De Jesus.

Punt returner Nikko Remigio was part of the initial rotation of four punt returners on Day 1 of training camp, alongside Brashard Smith, Cyrus Allen, and Jacob De Jesus.

Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton rotated in regularly with the starting offense on Day 1 of training camp alongside Cyrus Allen, Jalen Royals, Xavier Worthy, and other starting wideouts.

Wide receiver Xavier Worthy rotated in regularly with the starting offense on Day 1 of training camp alongside Cyrus Allen, Jalen Royals, Tyquan Thornton, and other starting wideouts.

Right tackle Jaylon Moore secured the starting lineup position with no snap-sharing on Day 1 of training camp, despite Coach Reid's mention of a potential right tackle 'competition' during OTAs. Offensive tackles Esa Pole and rookie Kahlil Benson remained in second-team spots.

CJ Daniels is off to a decent start in training camp with positive reports on his work; the Rams traded up for him in the sixth round and he may have found his latest Day 3 gem. Reporters and head coach Sean McVay praised Daniels, with Stu Jackson of TheRams.com noting that Daniels "caught just about every target thrown his way on Monday" while working with the second-team offense. Training camp reports should be taken with caution as positive camps don't always translate to big seasons, but Daniels should have every chance to make the roster given the Rams' draft investment.

Wide receiver Rashee Rice departed practice mid-session on Day 1 of Chiefs training camp for planned rehabilitation, as confirmed by Coach Reid. His absence created an opportunity for rookie Cyrus Allen to receive starting-offense reps.

Second-year wide receiver Jalen Royals had a rough Day 1 of training camp, struggling with route adjustments and ball security in multiple team-period reps alongside Cyrus Allen, Xavier Worthy, and Tyquan Thornton. On one deep-pass attempt, Royals ran a shorter route and missed a likely adjustment based on pressure, causing an incompletion. Later, he failed to secure a pass slightly behind him that safety Chamarri Conner pried loose. On a third play, Royals ran an intermediate crossing pattern but dropped an off-target but catchable pass. Coach Reid acknowledged Royals needs to 'keep on with the reps and make sure he has a good relationship there with Pat and keeps developing that,' suggesting early-camp chemistry issues.

Rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen filled in for Rashee Rice during Day 1 of Chiefs training camp and earned starting-offense reps in the red zone, seven-on-seven, and full-team periods. Coach Reid stated Allen has 'some trust' from Patrick Mahomes and praised his retention and performance: 'He's got talent, obviously. He's been able to retain, plus he got a lead-up here for three days before he got out there today.' Reid emphasized Allen's consistency across multiple practice days, signaling early confidence in the rookie's development.

Rookie competing with fourth-round pick Mike Washington Jr. for the RB2 role; Hemby offers receiving upside with nearly 130 catches and over 1,000 receiving yards over four years in college, though Washington also has receiving production with 73 grabs for 470 yards.

Fourth-round pick is destined to become the No. 2 running back behind Ashton Jeanty, though the door remains slightly open for competition; Washington caught 73 passes for 470 yards in college, providing receiving versatility alongside his rushing role.

Undrafted rookie competing with Malik Benson (sixth-round pick), E.J. Williams, and Chase Roberts for both offensive role and roster spot in the wide receiver room.

Undrafted rookie competing with Malik Benson (sixth-round pick), E.J. Williams, and Jonathan Brady for both offensive role and roster spot in the wide receiver room.

Undrafted rookie competing with Malik Benson (sixth-round pick), Chase Roberts, and Jonathan Brady for both offensive role and roster spot in the wide receiver room.

Benson was taken in the sixth round and is the only receiver John Spytek drafted this spring, giving him a significant advantage in the wide receiver room competition against undrafted rookies E.J. Williams, Chase Roberts, and Jonathan Brady for both offensive role and roster spot.

Unavailable during the opening practice, creating opportunities for Ashton Dulin and Laquon Treadwell to occupy the outside receiver spots and expand their roles.

Wide receiver looked completely comfortable as the Lions' primary punt returner and appeared firmly entrenched as the team's No. 4 wide receiver on Day 1 of camp.

Undrafted rookie tight end earning first-team reps with Tyler Conklin sidelined; saw snaps as the lone tight end in 11-personnel, an encouraging early-camp sign of role opportunity and potential roster path.

Dortch looked completely comfortable as the Lions' primary punt returner and appeared firmly entrenched as the team's No. 4 wide receiver on Day 1.

After watching 21 tight ends hear their names called during the NFL Draft, the undrafted rookie is already making the most of his opportunity; with Tyler Conklin sidelined, Kitselman saw first-team reps and even served as the lone tight end during at least one 11-personnel rep, an encouraging sign early in camp.

Split second-team opportunities with Anthony Richardson Sr. to compete for the backup quarterback job. Experienced growing pains working with the backups; his toughest moment came when he rolled left to keep the play alive before floating a duck of a pass that safety Trey Washington intercepted while diving near the sideline. Also involved in an errant exchange with second-team center Dalton Tucker as one snap sailed over his head.

Split second-team opportunities with Riley Leonard throughout practice to compete for the backup quarterback job behind Daniel Jones.

Vaki's best moment came in pass protection, where he stonewalled Chuck Clark on a blitz pickup; he also served as the first-team punt team's personal protector and opened multiple periods with the first-team offense in Gibbs' absence. Similar to Rakestraw, Vaki is receiving every opportunity to prove he deserves a larger role, competing with Isiah Pacheco for touches and situational responsibilities behind Gibbs.

Ran a wheel route and got open downfield after running past linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither, catching one of Jones' most impressive passes during 7-on-7 work.

Sauce Gardner broke up Jones' final pass intended for Downs during the final team session, illustrating the defensive secondary's ability to disrupt passing lanes.

Rookie tight end moved to season-ending injured reserve after being placed on PUP Saturday with a knee sprain that was still being evaluated by the team. Head coach Andy Reid referred to the injury as a knee sprain, indicating the severity warranted season-ending placement.

Occupied an outside receiver spot in the revamped offense with Alec Pierce unavailable. Despite 10 NFL seasons combined with Laquon Treadwell, the veteran duo enters camp looking to expand their roles with just 10 career touchdowns between them. Delivered deeper completions from Jones on a post and out route during 7-on-7 work.

Occupied an outside receiver spot in the revamped offense with Alec Pierce unavailable. Despite 10 NFL seasons combined with Ashton Dulin, the veteran duo enters camp looking to expand their roles with just 10 career touchdowns between them. Connected with Jones on a dig route during 7-on-7 work.

Connected with Daniel Jones on both a hitch and a post route during the opening team period, showing early chemistry with the starting quarterback in the first practice.

Star quarterback returning from a major knee injury sustained in December. Head coach Andy Reid provided encouraging news on Mahomes' recovery status, stating: 'Pat did everything,' indicating the quarterback was cleared to participate fully in practice activities, a positive indicator of his rehabilitation progress.

Finished 4-of-8 passing during competitive team periods against a secondary featuring All-Pro cornerbacks Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward. Flashed encouraging moments connecting with Tyler Warren on a hitch and post route, and delivered deeper completions to Ashton Dulin and Laquon Treadwell in 7-on-7 work.

LaPorta looked fully healthy and took roughly 90% of the first-team offensive reps, only coming off the field for a handful of snaps; while not heavily featured as a receiver (one short catch), the bigger takeaway was how comfortable and fluid he looked coming off his back injury, with one of Detroit's premier offensive weapons moving at full speed again being an encouraging development entering the season.

Wide receiver absent from most of Kansas City's offseason program due to a cleanup procedure on his previously injured knee coupled with a short incarceration in Dallas. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed the plan was to have Rice partially participate in practice and then work with training staff, with the routine potentially repeated early in camp. Reid stated: 'Rashee and L'Jarius, we had planned to get some work in, and then they went up mid-practice and got some rehab done. It was all positive. It was planned. We'll gradually ramp them up as we go.'

Cleared with no restrictions and took every first-team rep during the opening practice; felt satisfied about being ready for the start of camp. For the first time in five years of coverage, there is no starting QB position battle, establishing Jones as the uncontested starter.

Williams stole the show with a highlight-reel 40-yard contested catch down the middle, arguably the play of the day; he elevated between Ennis Rakestraw Jr. and Chuck Clark in tight coverage and came down with the football before popping up with the bravado of a player poised for a breakout season. He also appeared to come down with a contested ball along the sideline against D.J. Reed and added a sharp curl-route reception during 7-on-7 drills, showcasing continued growth as a route runner.

St. Brown opened 7-on-7 drills with one of the catches of the day, hauling in a fully extended toe-tapping reception along the sideline despite tight coverage; he later added two more receptions on underneath throws, looking every bit like the aerial assassin All-Pro receiver who left off last season.

Quarterback Jordan Love scored a touchdown on a read option play near the goal line during Day 1 of training camp, something Green Bay usually saved for Malik Willis in the past. This suggests an expansion of Love's offensive role.

Running back Josh Jacobs practiced fully on Day 1 of training camp. Head coach Matt LaFleur stated that 'nothing has changed' with Jacobs' legal matter regarding a domestic violence investigation by Brown County, and it would be 'business as usual' for Jacobs.

Tight end Luke Musgrave has a neck injury, and the team is 'working through it to figure out if it's gonna be long term,' which the source characterizes as 'probably the worst news out of camp today.' Green Bay was already thin at tight end, and potentially losing Musgrave won't help the position depth.

Tight end Tucker Kraft is expected to return to the field 'sooner rather than later' and should be back on the field in the next week or two based on the Christian Watson timeline. The source also notes that Gutekunst expects to get an extension done with Kraft before the season.

Tight end John Michael Gyllenborg has been placed on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list to start camp and is expected to take a redshirt year due to injury. However, the redshirt designation may benefit his long-term fit with the Chiefs by sparing him a hard 53-man cut decision and preventing him from being poached by another roster.

Running back Chris Brooks started the 2026 season on the non-football injury list with a hamstring injury and did not practice on Day 1 of training camp.

Mahomes took 34 sacks through 14 games in the 2025 season, on pace for a career-high; he fell two short of the 36 sacks he took in 2024. Prior to 2024, his career high was 28 sacks in a season, and he averaged 24 sacks per season as a starter before 2024. The source notes the Chiefs need to reduce sack rate back toward that historical average, as drive-killing sacks damage offensive rhythm as much as turnovers.

Tight end depth player behind Kitselman and Meeks in the depth chart during opening practice.

Tight end depth player behind Kitselman and Meeks in the depth chart during opening practice.

Confirmed as TE2 for the Lions during opening practice.

Confirmed as the starting tight end for the Lions during opening practice.

Transitioned from UDFA WR-X last year to tight end role; got TE3 reps during opening practice ahead of depth players. Meeks told Pride of Detroit: 'I feel like Coach Dan (Campbell) is trying to give me the best opportunity to compete and make (the roster). What I'm just trying to show in camp is that I am supposed to be out there in this role.' He emphasized that blocking is '90% mindset and 10% technique' and comes from a family of defensive linemen (uncle is former Lion Za'Darius Smith), making him comfortable in the trenches. He noted that with Gibbs back there, 'if I can go in (the trenches) and fight my butt off for three seconds, that's all I need.'

UDFA rookie tight end got reps in TE3 role with Conklin out; still clearly behind starter Sam LaPorta and TE2 Brock Wright, but continued to rep ahead of depth players like Zach Horton and Thomas Gordon.

Did not practice on Day 1 of training camp.