NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Tuesday, August 25, 2026

If I was drafting tonight I’d probably move Puka Nacua ahead of Ja’Marr Chase but I don’t have the Randy Marsh sized balls to move him lower than 4.

If I was drafting tonight I’d probably move Puka Nacua ahead of Ja’Marr Chase but I don’t have the Randy Marsh sized balls to move him lower than 4.

Makai Lemon just caught his first touchdown since coming back and it came from out of the backfield. He ran a wheel route and got wide open and Jalen Hurts hit him in stride. Good to see the creativity with the first-round receiver so quickly. #Eagles

FWIW there is probably some truth to what Ja’Marr Chase is saying. Although the list of his injuries is not long he’s played through various injuries 2022: 5 weeks with a labral tear in his hip (that can be a season ender for most) 2023: 1 week with AC joint sprain (usually multiple week injury) 2023: no time missed with back injury [Quoted](

Undrafted 2026 tight end claimed by Cleveland Browns after Philadelphia Eagles waived him; odds of making the team's initial 53-man roster were low despite potential depth help at the position. After clearing waivers and being released by Cleveland to pursue college return, Wright is now an NFL free agent; if he signs with an NFL team, he would likely land on a practice squad rather than a 53-man roster given the timing.

George Kittle looking great at practice today 🔥 🎥: @​AnthonyTVSports

The only people with hypertension right now are the ones who already drafted Ja’Marr Chase. [Quoted](

It looks like Mac Jones is a big fan of Van Halen “PANAMA!”💀 🎥: @​AnthonyTVSports

Makai Lemon scores a walk-in TD on a wheel route after lining up in the backfield (via @​alexreich123)

Carsen Ryan is a late-round rookie tight end on the Browns depth chart behind Harold Fannin Jr., representing developmental depth at the position.

Blake Whiteheart is a career journeyman tight end behind Harold Fannin Jr. on the Browns depth chart, indicating limited upside as a backup option.

Harold Fannin Jr. is described as a great young starting point at tight end for the Browns, indicating he is the team's primary option at the position heading into the 2026 season.

Kareem Hunt is available on the free-agent market and could potentially help a team like the Detroit Lions, indicating he remains a viable depth option despite being available late in the offseason.

Starting tight end described as 'a great young starting point' for the Browns; however, depth behind him is weak, with only a career journeyman (Blake Whiteheart) and a late-round rookie (Carsen Ryan) available to fill remaining roster spots, making the tight end position a trade target for GM Andrew Berry.

• The Ashton Jeanty ankle sprain heard around the world • Keenan Allen heads to IND • Malik Nabers on track to play Week 1? @​adamlevitan and @​evansilva cover that and much much more ⬇️ <https://youtu.be/AT-GM6r3Gdc?is=oxVtahYC3furnm28>

• The Ashton Jeanty ankle sprain heard around the world • Keenan Allen heads to IND • Malik Nabers on track to play Week 1? @​adamlevitan and @​evansilva cover that and much much more ⬇️ <https://youtu.be/AT-GM6r3Gdc?is=oxVtahYC3furnm28>

• The Ashton Jeanty ankle sprain heard around the world • Keenan Allen heads to IND • Malik Nabers on track to play Week 1? @​adamlevitan and @​evansilva cover that and much much more ⬇️ <https://youtu.be/AT-GM6r3Gdc?is=oxVtahYC3furnm28>

Kittle is positioned as TE9 (pick 104) in NFFC Eliminator ADP but the source is fading him in guillotine leagues due to injury risk. The source questions the willingness to draft Kittle as a top-10 tight end just seven months after his devastating torn Achilles injury. Even if Kittle plays Week 1, the source is concerned he will compensate for that injury and another injury will emerge. At 32 years old, Kittle has missed at least two games due to injury in six of the last seven seasons, making him a risky investment over running backs or wide receivers who could be started early in the season.

LaPorta is positioned as TE7 (pick 88) in NFFC Eliminator ADP but the source is fading him in guillotine leagues due to multiple injury concerns. LaPorta was shut down halfway through last season with a back injury, was limited during OTAs and minicamp while rehabbing from back surgery, and is now dealing with a hip injury that left coach Dan Campbell noncommittal about his Week 1 availability. Beyond injury status, LaPorta is likely to be fourth in the Lions' passing game pecking order behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, and Jahmyr Gibbs. The Lions also have an early Week 6 bye, which compounds the guillotine league risk.

Kraft is positioned as TE5 (pick 76) in NFFC Eliminator ADP but the source is fading him in guillotine leagues due to injury concerns. Kraft is recovering from a torn ACL suffered in November and there has already been talk of him starting the season on a snap count, which would limit his upside. The source prefers to wait and take Juwan Johnson 70 picks later, noting that Johnson could have more fantasy points than Kraft through the first month of the season in a guillotine format.

Schultz is positioned as TE21 (pick 166) in NFFC Eliminator ADP and represents a safer late-round option for guillotine leagues. While not an exciting player, he offers stability amid uncertainty around Houston's pass-catchers, with Jayden Higgins out for the season and Tank Dell and Jaylin Noel limited. Last year Schultz had a 12-game stretch with 64 catches on 84 targets for 593 yards. The Texans have the seventh easiest schedule for fantasy tight ends through the first month of the season, making Schultz an ideal late-round option to help keep a team alive early.

Johnson is positioned as TE16 (pick 146) in NFFC Eliminator ADP and is the source's favorite tight end value at his current ADP. With Jordyn Tyson's hamstring injury expected to sideline him for more than the first month of the season, Johnson resumes his role as the No. 2 option in New Orleans' passing game. Last year he posted a breakout 77-catch, 889-receiving-yard season (third among tight ends in receiving yards, fifth in catches), but only scored three touchdowns. The source expects Johnson to increase his touchdown total this year, making him an ideal late-round target in guillotine leagues.

Goedert is positioned as a TE11 (pick 117) in NFFC Eliminator ADP and represents strong value outside the top-100 picks. With A.J. Brown now in New England, Goedert has one of the clearest paths to success among tight ends outside the top eight at the position. The source expects an increase in targets and another double-digit touchdown season, making him a great value pick in guillotine leagues.

Feels like one of those years where Pat Freiermuth is the TE4

Fourth-round rookie Colbie Young has been an impact pass-catcher in the preseason and could be setting himself up to play meaningful snaps in Year 1.

Former CFL wide receiver Dohnte Meyers has been the surprise of camp and preseason, going from facing an uphill climb to make the practice squad to now likely securing a spot on the 53-man roster.

Former CFL wide receiver has been the surprise of camp and preseason, elevating from facing an uphill climb just to make the practice squad to now likely securing a spot on the 53-man roster.

Fourth-round rookie has been an impact pass-catcher in preseason and could be setting himself up to play meaningful snaps in Year 1, positioning himself as a potential contributor early in his NFL career.

Tate was drafted by the Titans as part of their offseason investment to improve the offense. However, the source's analysis focuses on Cam Ward's poor preseason performance and questions whether these acquisitions will help the Titans offense, which appears to be bottom-3. No specific fantasy projection or usage data is provided for Tate.

Robinson was brought in by the Titans this offseason as part of their war chest opening, alongside other pricey free agents and the draft pick of Carnell Tate. However, the source's analysis focuses on Cam Ward's poor preseason performance and questions whether these acquisitions will help the Titans offense, which appears to be bottom-3. No specific fantasy projection or usage data is provided for Robinson.

Ward's ADP has fallen 15.1 spots since April to 155.2 on Underdog and 157.3 on DraftKings, and the source believes the market has been right to downgrade him. Mounting evidence suggests the Titans are a bottom-3 offense and Ward simply might not have it. In preseason, Ward completed 13 of 24 passes for 126 yards (5.25 yards per attempt) with no touchdowns and a fumble. Despite the Titans opening the war chest with acquisitions like Wan'Dale Robinson and drafting Carnell Tate, Ward needed to show something in preseason to generate excitement. The source is starting to wonder if the team is back to square one with Ward and suggests next year might be the time to be interested in his second year in the Brian Daboll offense.

Njoku was acquired by the Chargers in May but remains a last-round pick with no ADP helium. The source dismisses him as dust and questions whether he's a better fantasy option than Gadsden, even if he's a better schematic fit for the Chargers' offense. Like Kolar, Njoku's lack of ADP movement suggests the market is skeptical of his fantasy value.

Kolar was brought in by the Chargers in early free agency but remains a last-round pick with no ADP helium despite the Chargers' investment. The source notes Kolar has been mogged by Isaiah Likely for years and questions whether he's a better fantasy option than Gadsden, even if he's a better schematic fit. Kolar's lack of ADP movement suggests the market is not convinced of his fantasy value despite the Chargers' personnel moves.

Despite the poor preseason runout and ADP collapse toward the 17th round, the source remains a Gadsden fan based on college and rookie tape: 1.76 yards per route run, 9.6 yards per target, and 11 twenty-yard receptions. The source argues blocking concerns are overblown (noting Tip Reiman doesn't have an ADP despite being a blocker) and suggests using Gadsden in passing situations. The source plans to acquire a couple more shares before best ball season ends, unconvinced that Charlie Kolar (mogged by Isaiah Likely for years) and David Njoku (dust?) are better fantasy options despite being better schematic fits.

Gadsden has fallen 67.5 spots since April, from 114.2 on Underdog to 181.7, making him the biggest falling knife in fantasy football among healthy players. Preseason usage has been poor: he didn't play until the third drive in the second preseason game, finishing with 24 snaps, 2 grabs for 16 yards on 3 targets. This came after playing in the preseason opener while the Chargers rested Charlie Kolar and David Njoku. The source notes a lack of positive coach-speak about Gadsden this summer compared to last offseason, raising questions about whether he's being dog-housed.

The source discusses the Panthers running back situation and mentions Brooks' rise in ADP, implying competition with Hubbard. However, no specific player-named 'Brooks' appears in the article—the reference is to a prospect who was exciting and is catching good luck health-wise. The source notes there's going to be hype around this player, especially when competing against Hubbard who was an expensive flop last season.

Hubbard's ADP has fallen 25.3 spots from April to 98.0 on Underdog and 114 on DraftKings, largely due to injury and market enthusiasm for Brooks. However, the source argues this represents good value: at pick 114 as an RB4 in the 10th round, Hubbard's boring profile becomes an asset rather than a liability. Panthers coach Dave Canales reported Hubbard (hamstring) expected to be ready for the regular season opener after hitting 20 mph on GPS as of August 24. The source is willing to take Hubbard shares priced after pick 100 if needing a Carolina running back, noting a healthy Hubbard won't be deleted from the offense unless Brooks absolutely smashes, which the source is not totally sure will happen.

The source indicates a willingness to acquire Tua Tagovailoa at his current market price, noting they drafted him in the late fourth round for the first time.

The source notes that Parker Washington is currently being drafted around the 408 position, reflecting the shifting and less predictable nature of current draft rooms.

The source explicitly states they are not interested in drafting Keon Coleman, even when presented with an 18th-round opportunity.

The source maintains a strong hold on Justin Jefferson, explicitly stating they would not trade him in either dynasty or redraft formats, preferring to keep him on their roster over other options.

The source expresses enthusiasm for Jalen McMillan, signaling a strong interest in drafting him.

Denzel Boston is viewed as a higher-probability breakout candidate than Jacobe Lane due to his second-round draft capital and immediate role as the starting X receiver. The source is actively increasing exposure to Boston, who has also received significant training camp hype.

The source likes A.J. Brown despite his early ADP (17.07 on DraftKings), noting that he is a preferred target even when compared to other high-value players like Drake London and Brock Bowers.

The source prefers Chigoziem Okonkwo over Isaiah Likely, citing a better offensive situation with Jayden Daniels and a significantly lower ADP, making the choice between them an easy one.

The source views Tyler Ferguson as a high-upside tight end target; if he hits this year, he is positioned to emerge into an even better situation next season assuming Matthew Stafford remains healthy.

Bucky Irving is a strong value pick in the fifth or sixth round, especially given the uncertainty surrounding Sean Tucker's roster security; Irving is talented, catches passes, and has significant upside to pay off his ADP.

The source has lowered their outlook on Sean Tucker due to reports that his roster spot is in jeopardy, as the Buccaneers may only keep three running backs; even if he makes the team, he faces a difficult path to playing time and could be a healthy scratch.

The source views Cooper Kupp as a high-upside bet because he is a former high-round pick currently available at a free price point.

The source remains committed to drafting Travis Hunter despite concerns about his limited practice usage, citing his high-level route running and potential for intermittent fantasy-relevant weeks.

The source drafted T.J. Hockenson as part of a Vikings stack, banking on the team's potential for a high-scoring week 17 performance.

The source identifies Hayden Hurst as a viable 18th-round draft target and expresses interest in drafting him.

The source cites Trey McBride as a primary reason for not drafting more DeVonta Smith, noting that McBride is a high-value target in the third round coming off a historic tight end season that makes him difficult to pass on.

The source identifies DeVonta Smith as a top-30 'sidekick fade' candidate. While acknowledging his talent and potential for a league-winning role if the Eagles' offense improves, the source finds it difficult to draft him over high-value alternatives like Trey McBride in the third round.

The source lists Chris Olave as a top-30 'sidekick fade' candidate, noting that while he is very good, he belongs to a tier of receivers that makes them difficult to draft at their current ADP because they do not separate well enough from the rest of the field.

The source considers Antonio Williams undraftable, noting he is buried on the depth chart behind Treylon Burks, Dyami Brown, and Luke McCaffrey, with Stefon Diggs potentially taking slot snaps.

The source remains unconcerned about Ja'Marr Chase's knee hyperextension, citing his own comments that he could have played through it; the source previously treated his draft position as a one-pick discount relative to Puka Nacua, indicating he is still viewed as a top-tier asset.

The source identifies Patrick Mahomes as the QB1 on their squad during a draft.

Malachi Corley is an obvious target at his current late-round price. He is a first-round pick who has already passed Isaiah Williams on the depth chart and is expected to start in the slot. He has a very low bar to pay off his cost, needing only a few productive games similar to Zay Jones's 18th-round value season.

Colston Loveland does not perform well in the source's simulation models, leading to a lack of exposure. While acknowledged as a high-upside player and a solid DFS play based on point-per-dollar metrics, simulation-based roster construction models do not favor him heavily when compared to peers like Brock Bowers and Trey McBride.

The source is skeptical of the bull case for Isaiah Likely, noting that he has not been a good fantasy pick historically even when playing with Lamar Jackson and that he is not expected to be an every-route player. He is used as a benchmark for limited route participation, suggesting that even if a tight end earns targets at a high rate, his overall fantasy utility remains questionable.

The source assumes Davante Adams will likely leave the team next year, which would open up significant target volume for secondary players. When comparing Adams (5.03) to Mike Evans (6.03), the source prefers Adams due to the discount and Evans' recurring nagging injuries in practice.

The source is skeptical of Jake Ferguson's current ADP after the market moved him up, though acknowledges he could be a breakout candidate if he secures a high target rate and sees increased playing time following the expected departure of Davante Adams next year.

The source notes that there was previously a possibility that Tee Higgins could have negatively impacted Nico Collins' target share, a threat the source does not see with the recent addition of Kayshon Boutte.

The source mentions Terry McLaurin as a player who will face target competition from Stefon Diggs, with the expectation that Diggs will lead the team in targets in specific matchups.

The source compares the target competition between Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin to the Texans' situation, noting that Diggs will likely out-target McLaurin in certain games this season.

The source expects Nico Collins to remain the clear number one target in the Texans' offense. The addition of Kayshon Boutte is viewed as a potential benefit that allows the team to move Collins around more, and the source asserts there is 0% chance Boutte challenges Collins for the primary target role, especially compared to the previous threat posed by Tee Higgins.

The source reports positive news regarding Kenneth Walker III, noting that he is no longer in a boot. Earlier observations of him finishing practice early were not believed to indicate a major injury.

The source has moved Mike Evans down in their rankings due to age and a series of nagging injuries in practice, creating risk regarding his availability and playing time to start the season. These concerns make him a worse pick at his current price compared to alternatives like Davante Adams.

The source selected Travis Etienne over Jaylen Waddle, noting that Etienne was the top player available on the draft board at that position.

The source weighed a draft decision between Jaylen Waddle and Travis Etienne, ultimately opting for Etienne because he was the top player available on the draft board at that position.

The source previously viewed Mike Washington as a fade, but recent preseason performance has led to a slight re-evaluation, resulting in the source targeting him around the 130s in slow drafts.

The source prioritized Puka Nacua over Ja'Marr Chase at the 1.03 draft spot due to uncertainty surrounding Chase's knee injury. Nacua is viewed as a high-end pick, and the source has successfully integrated him into draft builds alongside other key assets like Malik Nabers.

The source is bullish on drafting Malik Nabers in the late second round, noting that he has been actively increasing his exposure to the player in high-stakes formats. The source is confident Nabers will play in Week 1 despite earlier concerns, noting his recovery has been faster than initially reported. Nabers was previously undervalued and under-rostered, leading to a concerted effort to increase exposure.

Pat Karine suggests that the team's trade for Kayshon Boutte is more indicative of the team's outlook on Tee Higgins than a direct commentary on Tank Dell. Furthermore, the source believes the addition of Boutte helps Nico Collins by allowing the Texans to move Collins around more, noting that Boutte is not a threat to Collins' status as the team's primary target earner.

Pat Karine highlights James Conner as a target in the 18th round of drafts, viewing him as a clear trade candidate and a valuable asset for teams in need of running back depth.

Pat Karine has stopped drafting Tank Dell, rating his confidence in his previous shares at a 'three' out of ten. Dell has not been practicing, suggesting a potential setback from his injury, and the team's recent roster moves indicate he may not be the next man up or play much this season. While his price point previously offered value for a potential strong six-game closing stretch, the risk of him being a 'zero' in fantasy lineups makes him a player to avoid.

Pat Karine uses Jameson Williams as a historical comparison for a rookie returning from an ACL injury, noting that such injuries can often lead to a 'red shirt' year where the player's impact is significantly delayed. Additionally, the source notes Williams was recently selected at the 406 position in drafts.

Pat Karine is now drafting Chris Bell in the final rounds as his recovery from a late-season ACL tear has trended positively over the last week. While the Dolphins' offense may have low dropback volume and potential ineffectiveness, Bell's immediate opportunity makes him a viable late-round best ball pick.

Dak Prescott is connecting with multiple receivers in training camp drills, including CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Brevyn Spann-Ford, showing early offensive chemistry and decision-making under pressure in red zone situations.

Tight end Michael Trigg, a UDFA rookie, is not practicing in the Cowboys' training camp session, with the source noting this is expected for the rookie tight end.

Tight end DJ Rogers, a UDFA rookie, is not practicing in the Cowboys' training camp session, with the source noting this is expected for the rookie tight end.

CeeDee Lamb is connecting with Dak Prescott on nice gainers in training camp team drills, continuing to show his role as a primary target in the Cowboys' offense.

Brevyn Spann-Ford is getting red zone opportunities in training camp drills, making an impressive catch on a low and inside throw from Dak Prescott in the end zone drill, suggesting a role in the Cowboys' tight end rotation.

George Pickens is connecting consistently with Dak Prescott in training camp drills, including a hitch route completion with coverage draped over him and a touchdown grab in the end zone, showing early chemistry and offensive role.

UDFA rookie tight end Michael Trigg was not practicing, indicating a potential injury or conditioning issue early in his professional career.

UDFA rookie tight end DJ Rogers was not practicing, indicating a potential injury or conditioning issue early in his professional career.

Lamb connected with Dak Prescott on a nice gain during practice, continuing to show strong rapport and receiving production with the quarterback.

Spann-Ford made an impressive contested catch in the red zone drill, tracking a low and inside throw from Dak Prescott while under pressure and with a defender nearby; the play drew an audible crowd reaction, suggesting notable receiving ability in tight coverage situations.

Pickens connected with Dak Prescott on a deep completion against an all-out blitz in practice; also made a contested touchdown grab in the end zone against coverage, demonstrating strong receiving performance and rapport with the quarterback in red zone situations.

Ian Hartitz highlights Puka Nacua as a primary target in the Rams' offense, explaining why the team does not prioritize throwing to running backs.

Ian Hartitz notes that Demarcus Robinson is a primary target in the Rams' offense, which contributes to the team's low target volume for running backs.

Ian Hartitz discusses the Rams' backfield context, noting that Kyren Williams' absence would elevate Blake Corum to a primary role in a high-scoring offense.

Ian Hartitz ranks Blake Corum as his RB2 if Kyren Williams were unavailable, noting that Corum would be a candidate to lead the league in overall touchdowns given the Rams' status as a projected top-scoring offense. While Corum is not an elite receiving back like Jamaal Charles, Hartitz views him as a capable athlete for check-downs; the Rams' offense generally limits RB targets due to their heavy reliance on Puka Nacua, Demarcus Robinson, and their tight ends.

What if I told you he called his shot in 2022 with Brian Robinson, who was a rookie vs Antonio Gibson coming off 258 rush attempts and 46 receptions Do you think you'd trust that the source is more likely to be correct this time around in 2026 about Jacory Croskey-Merritt?

Makai Lemon has so much aura

Bhayshul Tuten's speed makes him easy to fall in love with, but his past production never matched that draft profile. He posted a below-average 3.7 yards per carry with a second-percentile explosive run rate on 83 carries, relying on seven touchdowns to save his fantasy season at ADP 59, RB23. Chris Rodriguez looks like the short-yardage and goal-line back, while LeQuint Allen profiles as the primary receiving option even while working back from a minor soft-tissue injury. This leaves Tuten without the roles that produce high-value fantasy touches. Jim Coventry advises passing on Tuten, noting the touchdown and target work is already spoken for elsewhere in the backfield.

TreVeyon Henderson produced 1,132 scrimmage yards and 10 touchdowns last year, pricing him as the clear lead back in New England at ADP 58, RB22. However, the postseason tells a different story: Henderson totaled just 109 scrimmage yards on nine touches per game in four playoff matchups, while Rhamondre Stevenson took over the heavy lifting with 70 touches and 86 scrimmage yards per game. Coach Mike Vrabel requires a physical runner who keeps the offense on schedule and keeps Drake Maye upright against the blitz; Stevenson is the more efficient player in both areas. Jim Coventry advises fading Henderson, noting he is priced like the lead option in an offense that turned to someone else the moment the stakes increased.

Breece Hall is talented and has averaged 1,453 scrimmage yards over the last three seasons despite poor offenses, backed by a significant long-term financial commitment from the Jets. However, defensive coordinator-turned-head coach Aaron Glenn implemented a committee backfield last season, with Braelon Allen operating in the red zone and on passing downs before a minor groin strain sidelined Hall. Glenn likely will continue to split opportunities this season. Jim Coventry advises passing on Hall at ADP 39, RB16, noting the coaching staff refuses to hand the backfield to one player, creating a timeshare that caps the ceiling his cost assumes.

Kenneth Walker is generating buzz at a heavy-volume price (ADP 15, RB9) in the Kansas City offense despite workload risk. He has never topped 228 carries in a season, and the Seahawks didn't treat him as a true workhorse last year. Walker ranked in the 25th percentile in success rate, confirming a boom-or-bust profile that can knock an offense off schedule. Jim Coventry advises passing on Walker at his current cost, noting the volume projection fails to consider his risk.

McCaffrey's 2,126 scrimmage yards, 17 touchdowns, and 102 receptions from last season are now fully baked into his ADP 8, RB3 draft cost, creating a market inefficiency. Despite 413 touches (NFL-high), his 3.9 yards per carry marked a significant drop from his career efficiency baseline, indicating he leaned on volume rather than efficiency. As an older accumulated-wear asset, he faces a risk profile where workload and efficiency trends are heading in opposite directions. Jim Coventry advises fading McCaffrey, noting he carries a stable floor but stands as an avoid at first-round price.

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Saylors faced off against Sione Vaki in special teams gunners vs. jammers reps and lost handily, with Vaki beating him with a nice re-anchor as a jammer, freeing the return man for a nice rushing lane.

TeSlaa was targeted in situational drills and had an incomplete pass forced by Rock Ya-Sin on third down during end-of-game drills.

Martin had a big 21-yard pickup in the second situational drill (second teamers, tied 20-20 with 51 seconds left), which immediately put the offense in scoring position and set up Jake Bates' game-winning 47-yard field goal.

Jackson is fighting for a reserve receiver role and had a strong day in special teams gunners vs. jammers reps, winning both of his reps against cornerback Ennis Rakestraw.

In end-of-game situational drills, Gibbs had a pass slip through his hands for a game-sealing interception by D.J. Reed, resulting in a loss for the first-team offense in the final drill.

Goff led the first-team offense in situational drills. In one 11-on-11 set, he connected with Amon-Ra St. Brown for 20+ yards after Sione Vaki provided pass protection. In end-of-game drills, Goff led the first-team offense down the field and scored on a 1-yard QB sneak. He also had a pass slip through Jahmyr Gibbs' hands for a game-sealing interception by D.J. Reed in the final situational drill.

St. Brown was targeted in multiple situational drills and red zone situations. He connected with Jared Goff for 20+ yards on a play where Sione Vaki provided pass protection. In red zone drills, Rock Ya-Sin blanketed St. Brown on a post route and gave him hell on another route (though Ya-Sin was called for defensive pass interference). Keith Abney also kept St. Brown short of the goal line on a 1-yard completion in red zone coverage.

Jameson Williams is a danger for a house call on WR screens; on Tuesday's practice, he ran the kind of screen the Lions executed and took it for what looked like a touchdown. While it appeared for a second that D.J. Reed may catch him, Jamo's speed is just different, showcasing his elite ability to take short routes to the house.

Vaki got chewed out early in practice after failing to finish a run, but bounced back in the next set of 11-on-11s, flashing offensive potential on back-to-back plays. On the first, he absorbed a huge hit from blitzing Jack Campbell, regrouped, squared up, and kept Campbell at bay, allowing Jared Goff to connect with Amon-Ra St. Brown for 20+ yards. On the second play, Vaki found the soft spot in the zone between Campbell and White for a conversion on third-and-5ish. After the sequence, Vaki got a ton of love from running backs coach Tashard Choice. Vaki also stood out in special teams gunners vs. jammers reps, beating Jacob Saylors handily with a nice re-anchor as a jammer, freeing the return man for a nice rushing lane.

Did not practice after colliding with Kayvon Thibodeaux during Monday's practice, limiting his availability.

Did not practice due to ankle/leg injury, limiting his availability for Giants offense.

Suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury, removing him from Giants wide receiver depth chart.

Had multiple catches to the sideline and finished a perfectly placed pass over his shoulder with a touchdown run; looked worthy of a starting role in Giants offense on Tuesday's practice.

Made a jumping one-handed catch during routes-on-air portion of practice, displaying elite receiving skill and apparent confidence; the catch was described as 'RIDICULOUS' and Beckham's reaction suggested renewed form ('That's more like it'), indicating potential for meaningful role in Giants offense.

Adams is mentioned as a veteran wideout on the Rams roster alongside Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, and Myles Garrett. McVay's approach with established starters like Adams is to treat August practices as preparation rather than proving grounds, prioritizing health over preseason snaps.

Stafford did not take a single training camp, preseason, or practice snap last year while dealing with a herniated disc in his lower back, despite some experts predicting he would not be ready for the regular season or might never play again. He ultimately played all 17 games, delivered arguably the finest season of his 17-year career, and won the NFL MVP award, providing precedent for McVay's cautious approach with injured star players in August.

Nacua has not practiced fully since suffering a psoas injury in his lower back during a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys on Aug. 11. McVay said he expected Nacua back by mid-August, but as of Tuesday he has not practiced and likely won't have another opportunity until Saturday at the earliest, with the regular season opener Sept. 10 in Melbourne approaching.

Brosmer is on the Vikings roster as a third quarterback option, contributing to the depth chart competition that threatens J.J. McCarthy's roster spot.

Murray is the starting quarterback for the Vikings, having won the job from J.J. McCarthy.

Wentz is splitting second-team reps with J.J. McCarthy during Vikings practice. The source characterizes Wentz as a capable backup in 2025 despite not signing until late August, and notes that with a full offseason, training camp, and preseason in the system, Wentz would be in even better position to fill in for Kyler Murray if necessary.

McCarthy fell to No. 2 on the Vikings depth chart in the days before the preseason opener and is now splitting second-team reps with Carson Wentz during practice. The source notes McCarthy has not performed well in a pair of exhibition games, continuing to show accuracy issues and overusing his fastball on throws. With Max Brosmer also on the roster, McCarthy could be in danger of not making the 53-man roster by Sunday; the Vikings would likely attempt to trade him given his fully guaranteed 2026 ($1.075 million) and 2027 ($3.775 million) compensation, though they may have to waive him instead.

Head coach Todd Monken named veteran Deshaun Watson as his choice to be the starting quarterback for the Browns in the upcoming season. Watson is also returning from injury, making him another veteran set to make a return to the field alongside Collins.

The former Browns tight end cleared waivers on Tuesday and plans to return to college football to play for LSU. If Wright had been claimed by an NFL team, he would have been unable to play college football due to standard NFL contract provisions that prevent a player from playing football for anyone else.

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Tight end Terrance Ferguson worked on the side with an athletic trainer, indicating limited participation in practice.

Wide receiver Puka Nacua did not practice Tuesday due to a hip flexor injury.

Ron Stewart initially moved Stefon Diggs down in rankings after he joined the Colts. Stewart expects Diggs to be more of a situational wide receiver in three-wide-receiver sets and does not think he will challenge McLaren for a significant role in the offense.

Ron Stewart notes that Jaylen Warren is banged up, which creates injury downside despite his awesome role as the goal line back and pass catcher; the source expects he could really crush this year, but the injury gives him a little bit of pause.

Ron Stewart moved DeAndre Swift up about four spots after applying the target tag in dead zone research; Swift stood out as a guy who will be on a good offense and has outproduced his ADP in the dead zone multiple times before, making him a value play.

Ron Stewart notes that Watson tore his ACL in 2024 and unexpectedly returned in 2025; he averaged 13+ points per game before injury and will now be unleashed as the Packers' wide receiver one for the first time, with a cleaner receiver room (no more five-man rotation with Romeo Doubs and Dontavon Wicks).

Ron Stewart notes that Alec Pierce is banged up but could be the focal point of the Colts offense, suggesting upside if he stays healthy.

Ron Stewart is really cooling off on David Montgomery. He moved him down eight spots on August 21st after dead zone research showed poor fit. Montgomery is somebody that last year didn't really produce much; now this year he's on a bad offense with Woody Marks capping his receiving ceiling. Age is an additional concern.

Ron Stewart would love to rank Mike Evans much higher but injury concerns limit his ranking. Evans has suffered injuries frequently and left the practice field early recently. Stewart is fully ready to downgrade him to the 70s if the injury situation worsens.

Gainwell is splitting work with Bucky Irving in the Bucs backfield; currently his receiving upside is capped with Irving in the mix. However, Shawn Tucker is a cut candidate, and if Tucker is cut, Gainwell would reclaim goal-line role currently taken by Tucker. In that scenario, both Irving and Gainwell become strong picks with consolidated goal-line opportunity and receiving work split between them.

Ron Stewart ranks Irving 7 spots lower than consensus despite liking him; he has a lot of upside heading into year three on an offense expected to bounce back with a good offensive line and healthy Baker Mayfield. Receiving upside is capped by Kenneth Gainwell splitting work. Irving becomes an awesome pick if Shawn Tucker is cut and goal line work returns to him; coordinator Liam Cohen has shown propensity to spam screen game work with running backs (Travis Etienne averaged 2.4+ points per game off screens in 2023).

Ron Stewart is really into Jameson Williams this year as somebody that could pop off, citing the Leaporta injury and the way Williams closed out last season down the stretch. While acknowledging his boom-bust profile (he will kill you some weeks and have bad weeks), Stewart argues that as a fourth-round pick you start him every week and benefit from his ceiling spike weeks, making consistency overrated compared to points per game. Stewart values ceiling spike weeks from Williams in fantasy lineups, arguing that consistency is extremely overrated.

Ron Stewart has moved DJ Moore up significantly in rankings (from 13th to 17th to 19th spot improvements) after a legendary wide receiver video. Moore is positioned as Josh Allen's number one receiver with substantial upside if the Bills offense decides to pass the ball more, which would unlock his ceiling. Stewart ranks Moore in the top 60 overall and suggests that if he's not in your lineup, you're playing too shallow of a league, implying Moore is a must-have player at his ranking.

Ron Stewart has Jacobs buried in rankings due to multiple concerns: he is an aging back with a history of injuries, has a pending legal case, plays on a team with a terrible offensive line, and faces competition from Marshon Lloyd, whom the team values and who has been looking good. Stewart expects the Raiders to lean more into the passing game, further limiting Jacobs' role.

Ron Stewart is coming around on Elijah Moore (ETN) as the lead back for the Saints with Kamar Ajayi banged up to start the season. Moore benefits from a fun offensive environment with uptempo pace and a really good offensive line, positioning him as a more attractive option than his earlier dead-zone ranking suggested.

Ranked 33rd overall but Ron Stewart views him as overvalued at that ADP. Williams has limited receiving ceiling and is essentially a between-the-tackles grinder whose touchdown dependency makes him a poor value given the wide receiver depth available at that draft position; his yard-per-run efficiency is low and he could regress or lose work to other backs on the Cowboys.

Ron Stewart wants to be higher than consensus on Colston Loveland. Loveland projects to lead all Bears skill position players in PPG down the stretch of last year when he was amazing. In preseason, Loveland received the high route share usage the source was hoping for as one of the focal points of the Bears offense.

Ron Stewart views Tee Higgins as underpriced at his current ADP. Higgins projects similarly to George Pickens (next to CeeDee Lamb) but with a superior quarterback situation alongside Jamar Chase, making him a value opportunity.

Josh Allen's fantasy value is league-format dependent; in shallow leagues with two WR and one flex, quarterback position is more valuable, but in deeper formats with three WR and two flex, quarterback is devalued. Ron Stewart notes Allen has maintained elite production for five years with a high floor, though he lacks the ceiling upside of breakout receivers; Stewart is comfortable waiting on Allen after elite receivers are drafted.

Ron Stewart is six spots higher than consensus on Garrett Wilson, viewing him as an elite talent who earns targets. Despite the Jets' poor passing offense last year (under 3,000 yards), Wilson averaged 19 PPG as WR5 through five games with Justin Fields; even with a normal offense, Wilson offers significant discount value.

Ron Stewart has Rashee Rice as an avoid in his personal rankings despite a potential ADP of 31. Rice is a gimmicky player with a 5-yard average depth of target relying on Patrick Mahomes' short-ball spam system. Multiple knee injuries, off-field issues, and jail time have compounded concerns; Stewart believes the Chiefs will shift their offense through Kenneth Walker instead, making Rice's role unsustainable. However, if Rice falls to round-three price (ADP 31), Stewart notes he would be a takeable target.

Ron Stewart pushes back against the narrative that Zay Flowers cannot score touchdowns, noting he finished as a top-12 PPR point-per-game wide receiver last year despite a down year for Lamar Jackson. With a new head coach and offensive coordinator, and no more Isaiah Likely in the red zone, Flowers could luck into more touchdown looks; Stewart questions why Flowers cannot catch 10 TDs if Lamar throws 35-40 TDs, given his status as Lamar's number-one overall receiver heading into year four.

Jeremiah Love has a high ankle sprain he is working through, but Ron Stewart views this as lower concern given his electric preseason performance. The real issue is that the injury has reopened the door for Tyler Allgeier to return to a 50-50 workload split, which is the primary concern for Love's fantasy value.

Ron Stewart dismisses the groin injury concern (citing Jeff Mueller's recent report that Hall is good to go) and instead focuses on offensive context: the Jets' improved offensive line and Gino Smith's better-than-expected camp performance should reverse last year's receiving decline (38 catches with scramble-first QBs) back to 60+ catches. Hall was already a top-15 RB in PPR points per game last year despite poor QB play, so Stewart sees significant upside to outproduce his current price.

Ron Stewart flipped Trey McBride from a void ranking to a normally ranked player, placing him three spots lower than consensus at 26th overall (vs. 22.5 consensus). Despite a top-five PPR season for tight ends last year, Stewart is comfortable with the regression given inflated volume from the Cardinals' pass-attempt rate and McBride's route-run advantage; he projects a solid 15 PPR points per game floor with upside to crush again.

With AJ Brown leaving Philadelphia and a new offensive coordinator arriving, DeVonta Smith posted 30%+ target share in games without AJ Brown previously and could become the undisputed alpha in this fresh era. However, Ron Stewart flags touchdown upside concerns given the Eagles' tendency to rely on rushing inside the 10-yard line rather than passing.

Ron Stewart questions how George Pickens reaches 20+ points per game alongside CD Lamb but sees a scenario where Pickens is simply a better player than Lamb. More conservatively, Pickens could replicate what T. Higgins did in Jamar Chase's triple-crown season, delivering 17+ points per game next to Lamb's 20+.

Chris Olave averaged 18 points per game with Tyler Shuck last year and could step forward to 20+ points per game depending on Shuck's development. However, Ron Stewart flags concussion history and blood clots this offseason as downside concerns despite liking Olave's current draft position.

With Jaden Higgins injured, Nico Collins benefits from the addition of Kahan Booty, a field-stretching receiver who clears vertical routes. This allows Collins to move around the formation and operate in intermediate/slot roles with layup targets, positioning him to challenge for 20+ points per game.

Ron Stewart sees AJ Brown as having elite upside with Drake May at quarterback, comparing the situation to Stefan Diggs joining the Bills in 2020 or Randy Moss joining the Patriots in 2007—a generational talent receiver paired with the best quarterback of his career. Stewart ranks Brown in the same elite top-60 tier as Brock Bowers and Drake London.

Drake London scored 19 points per game last year before his PCL injury in an Atlanta offense Stewart describes as 'really scary to bet on.' Stewart ranks London in the same elite top-60 tier as Brock Bowers and AJ Brown, but questions whether the PCL injury will linger, citing Ricky Pearsall as a precedent for lingering PCL issues.

Ron Stewart ranks Brock Bowers in the top 60 tier alongside AJ Brown and Drake London, calling him "an absolute monster." Stewart downplays concerns about Ashton Gentry's injury affecting Bowers' role, noting that despite defenses now being able to game plan specifically for Bowers without Gentry, he will also receive increased volume; these factors cancel each other out. Bowers will remain the focal point of the Raiders offense regardless, keeping him as a tier-one tight end prospect.

Ron Stewart ranks Devon Achane at #205 overall, four spots lower than consensus ADP, and tags him with an avoid label. Stewart clarifies that the avoid tag means he's lower on Achane than consensus, not that he should never be drafted; however, Achane's receiving upside is limited by Malik Willis at QB and the loss of Mike McDaniels, which will expose the Texans' offensive line deficiencies. Stewart prefers the running backs in better offensive environments (Bengals, Chiefs, Eagles, Chargers, Ravens).

Ron Stewart ranks Derrick Henry at #204 overall in full PPR, three spots ahead of consensus, and projects him to repeat his 2024 performance of 19+ PPG. Stewart is bullish on Henry's screen game potential in the Ravens' strong offense, noting that if the Ravens deploy him in the screen game, he could go "absolutely nuclear." This upside justifies the ranking despite Henry being an enigma.

Ron Stewart ranks Saquon Barkley at #202 overall and splits the difference on his 2024 upside. While Barkley could repeat as a 20+ PPG scorer, Stewart notes TD variance concerns—many 2024 scores came from 20+ yard plays (30+, 40+ yards)—and worries about the Eagles' continued reliance on the tush push in close situations, limiting his ceiling. The offensive line aging and Jeff Stoutland's departure add fragility to the projection. Additionally, Jalen Hurts' reluctance to feature Barkley in the passing game is a key ceiling limiter; if Barkley could get 60+ catches, he'd be a top-five pick, but Hurts' lack of checkdowns prevents this. With AJ Brown leaving, there is some upside for increased passing game usage, but Stewart views this as unlikely given the team's continued reliance on the tush push and the new offensive coordinator's likely philosophy.

Ron Stewart ranks Kenneth Walker in his top 60 and projects 20+ PPG in the Chiefs offense, the first time since LeSean McCoy that Andy Reid has had a running back achieve that mark. Stewart acknowledges Walker is talented but hasn't put together a full season; however, the Chiefs made him a priority to run the offense through him. Kareem Hunt never hit 20+ PPG in an Andy Reid offense, making Walker the most talented running back Reid has had since McCoy.

Identified as a target due to target-earning upside and offensive upside with Bengals touchdowns. Chase Brown averaged 20+ PPG in his games with Joe Burrow last year. Ron Stewart compares him favorably to Austin Eckler in his prime, though acknowledges Kenneth Walker, Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry, and Devon Achan are better talents as players. Stewart finds it difficult to move Chase Brown much lower given his production and role. Grouped in the same tier as Kenneth Walker and Saquon Barkley in the top 60 rankings.

Ranked WR6, just behind CD Lamb. Jefferson has been on an awesome pace every year and may lead active players in yards per game. Outside of his games with JJ McCarthy, Jefferson has been one of the best receivers in the league. Ron Stewart notes the ranking hinges on how much Kyler Murray represents an upgrade and whether JJ McCarthy gets starting opportunities.

Tier one WR with injury concerns; currently out of practice with an unspecified injury (possibly 'Pawis'). However, Ron Stewart expects him to be good to go and is not budging on his tier-one ranking despite the injury uncertainty.

Ranked 9th overall, two spots higher than his 10.6 consensus ADP, and identified as a huge target for drafting. Ron Stewart emphasizes wanting to draft a lot of James Cook this year. There is a 'secret trap door of upside' if he can catch passes; with Pete Carmichael (from Sean Payton's tree) as offensive coordinator and Joe Brady replacing Sean McDermott as head coach, the Bills could see more pass attempts and uptempo play, potentially getting Cook more receptions. This upside is contingent on Cook's receiving role developing.

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Rhamondre Stevenson is trending up in ADP relative to Travion Henderson. Evan Silva notes that Stevenson has done everything right in camp and is expected to open the season with a better role than Henderson, serving as a decent low-end RB2 or strong flex play to start the year.

Evan Silva moved Carnell Tate down from WR36 to WR46 in his rankings, citing a lack of desire to invest in the Titans' offense. Silva points to the team's poor offensive line and Cam Ward's struggles in the preseason as reasons to avoid Tate, despite his low ADP of 74.

Evan Silva added Trey Tucker to his top 150 rankings, noting that Tucker has won the Raiders' number one receiver job. Silva expects the Raiders' offense to be more functional this year under Clint Kubiak with the return of Colton Miller and the addition of Tyler Linderbaum, making Tucker a player who should be rostered in all leagues.

Colson Loveland played eight of nine snaps with the Bears' starters in the preseason, continuing his late-season role ascension. Evan Silva and Adam Levitan view him as a fair-priced target in the early 40s range, noting his price is more reasonable than other tight ends like Fannin, Kraft, and Laporta.

Colson Loveland was on the field for eight of the nine snaps played by the Bears' starters in their preseason game.

Adam Levitan notes Garrett Wilson is locked in as an every-down player, making him a strong value in the middle of the fourth round despite quarterback concerns.

Evan Silva is avoiding Davante Adams, noting he is touchdown-dependent and unlikely to reach 1,200 yards, though he acknowledges the offense will score points.

Evan Silva and Adam Levitan highlight Terrence Ferguson as a perfect redraft bench stash, noting his versatility to line up at multiple receiver and tight end positions with potential to finish third on the team in targets.

Evan Silva expects the Packers to be one of the highest-percentage three-receiver teams in the NFL, creating a clean, high-upside environment for Jaden Reed.

Evan Silva believes the uncertainty surrounding the Cowboys' backup running back role solidifies Javonte Williams' path to one of the highest usage rates among NFL running backs.

Evan Silva notes Chris Bell's impressive recovery from an ACL tear, suggesting he is an interesting late-round flyer (rounds 18-20) who could win a role based on talent later in the season.

Adam Levitan advises fading the hype around Woody Marks, noting his poor efficiency last season (3.6 YPC) and dismissing his recent preseason performance as a reason to expect a 50-50 backfield split.

Evan Silva dismisses reports of a 50-50 split with Woody Marks, asserting that the Texans will rely on David Montgomery as a workhorse in close games because of his reliability.

Evan Silva views Nico Collins as a steal in the third round, projecting him to compete for the NFL lead in target and air yard share; he expects Collins to finally be great for a full season.

Evan Silva believes Tank Dell is in trouble due to his inability to sustain a consistent practice or game schedule following his previous knee injury.

Evan Silva expects the Patriots to utilize A.J. Brown and Dobbs on almost every snap, establishing them as the primary receivers in the offense.

Evan Silva briefly mentions that Tank Dell is in trouble following the trade for Kayshawn Booty.

Evan Silva moved Romeo Dobbs up following the Kayshawn Booty trade, as it solidifies Dobbs' role as an every-down player. Silva expects him to play outside and in the slot alongside A.J. Brown.

Evan Silva notes that the buzz around Denzel Boston has faded in favor of KC Concepcion. Silva expects Boston to run lower-percentage routes as an X receiver behind a poor offensive line.

Evan Silva moved KC Concepcion up to WR41, viewing him as the Browns' priority target. Silva believes Concepcion's high-percentage role makes him somewhat quarterback-proof compared to other Browns receivers.

Evan Silva expects Deshaun Watson to start the first two road games before being benched for Shador Sanders in week three. Silva describes Watson's tenure as an unmitigated disaster and expects him to play poorly.

Evan Silva moved Jameson Williams up in his rankings as a contingency for Sam Laporta's injury. Silva believes Williams will be excellent regardless, noting his second-half breakout last season and the aggressive passing nature of Drew Petsing's offense.

Despite a minor hip aggravation, Evan Silva is tempted to buy the dip on Sam Laporta. Silva refuses to rank him below Harold Fannin, citing the superior offensive situation in Detroit and the positive impact of Drew Petsing's tight end schemes.

Mike Evans has been missing practice with a quad issue, which Evan Silva views as a mild concern given Evans' age (33). However, Silva notes the 49ers are using regimented plans for veterans, suggesting it may be precautionary rest rather than a serious injury.

Evan Silva has been high on George Kittle, viewing him as an affordable, explosive asset. While Kittle may miss week one, Silva argues his low cost and high weekly ceiling make him an asymmetric bet in rounds 10-11, despite the bear case regarding his age and injury history.

Alvin Kamara is out at least a month with a sprained MCL sustained in joint practice. Evan Silva notes this adds to a pile of red flags, including his age (31), poor performance last season, and a history of knee issues, making his outlook look bleak.

Evan Silva views Tyson as an intriguing pick for deep benches or IR spots, noting that if he returns between weeks two and five, he would be an incredible value. However, Silva expresses significant concern regarding his durability, citing four hamstring injuries in the last 12 months and comparing his health risk to Christian Watson.

With Jordan Tyson sidelined, Silva ranks Johnson as his TE11. Given his production last season (77 catches, 889 yards), Johnson is viewed as a reliable fantasy starter while the Saints' receiving corps deals with injuries.

Tyson is expected to miss roughly two months with a soft-tissue injury, potentially keeping him out until Week 9. While the timeline is uncertain, Silva notes Tyson's history of four hamstring injuries in 12 months makes him a risky asset even when he returns.

Tracy has struggled significantly during the preseason, leading to concerns about his roster spot. While Silva believes he will land on an NFL roster, his standing with the Giants has diminished following the Najee Harris signing.

The Giants signed Harris to a one-year, $1.2 million deal with no guarantees. Silva expects Harris to compete for playing time immediately, potentially at the expense of Cam Scadaboo, given their overlapping skill sets as pass-protecting, injury-recovering backs.

Reports indicate Fields is outperforming Darius Slayton and Darnell Mooney in camp. Silva views him as a viable deep-league roster piece, noting his successful transition from a vertical-only role at Notre Dame to a more versatile receiver at the Senior Bowl and training camp.

Pierce is expected to return to practice soon following an ankle injury. Levitan identifies him as a value buy in drafts when his ADP slips into the 110-120 range, noting his role as a deep threat in the Colts' offense.

Silva lowered Downs to 97th overall in ETR ranks due to a crowded short-area target environment (Allen, Warren) and concerns about Downs' size (171 lbs) in run-blocking situations. Conversely, Levitan remains aggressive on Downs, believing he has a strong chance to lead the team in receiving.

Allen signed a one-year deal with the Colts, bringing veteran route-running reliability to a crowded short-area passing attack. Silva notes that while Allen's target-command ability remains, his age (34) and signs of decline last year make it uncertain if he will overtake Josh Downs in two-receiver sets.

Despite being an underachiever in college, Washington is an athletic freak who has impressed in preseason (15 carries, 119 yards). Adam Levitan moved him to 3rd overall in his handcuff rankings and 164th overall in ETR ranks, viewing him as a priority bench stash.

Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain that is likely low rather than high, but he remains a risk to miss time; Evan Silva moved him from 14th to 18th overall and dropped him from the bottom of tier three to the top of tier four in his running back rankings.

Still TBD on Ashton Jeanty (how many games, if any) but some strong confidence in Mike Washington Jr from Kubiak Updating ranks as we speak (not because of this) and have Mike Washington Jr in the 150-160 range (going higher on Underdog)

TE Dae'Quan Wright is set to make football history, which became possible only after the Cleveland Browns released him from their roster.

Taylen Green will get playing time in the final preseason game against New England, as HC Todd Monken announced that starters Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders will not play Thursday, giving Green and Dillon Gabriel opportunities to get on the field.

Shedeur Sanders lost the starting quarterback competition to Deshaun Watson, with HC Todd Monken naming Watson the starter on Monday. Sanders will also not play in the final preseason game on Thursday.

Third-string QB Dillon Gabriel received first-team reps for the first time all camp on Tuesday despite being the third-string option, and is scheduled to start against New England in the final preseason game. This practice allocation is notable given that starter Deshaun Watson will not play Thursday, raising questions about Monken's preparation strategy.

HC Todd Monken named Deshaun Watson the starter over Shedeur Sanders on Monday, despite Watson's press conference raising concerns about his starting role. However, Watson will not play in the final preseason game on Thursday as starters are being held out, creating confusion about Monken's practice allocation strategy.

Matt Waldman ranked Rome Odunze ahead of Marvin Harrison Jr. in his rookie scouting profile.

Matt Waldman ranked Malik Nabers as the number one overall prospect in the 2024 rookie class, placing him ahead of Marvin Harrison Jr.

Michael Wilson is presented as a superior value compared to his teammate Marvin Harrison Jr., as he is available roughly a full round later in drafts.

Matt Kelley is fading Marvin Harrison Jr. at his current draft cost, citing concerns about his body-catching technique, recent training camp drop issues, and the overall outlook for the Cardinals offense. Matt Waldman is noted as having ranked Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze ahead of him in the rookie scouting process.

Matt Kelley questions whether the team has found the right way to utilize Jaxon Smith-Njigba, noting that he is not currently paired with a quarterback who can help maximize his elite potential.

Matt Kelley is buying the hype on Parker Washington, preferring him over Marvin Harrison Jr. in drafts. Kelley believes the Jaguars' offense is trending upward and that Washington is a key part of that trajectory, especially with Jacoby Myers dealing with an injury.

Matt Kelley is fading Marvin Harrison Jr. at his WR31 ADP (72nd overall), citing poor training camp reports where he has been outshined by Michael Wilson. Kelley expresses concern over Harrison's inability to command targets, noting that if the Cardinals' pass volume regresses to league average, Harrison's 18% target share would result in a disappointing season. Kelley prefers taking shots on players like Parker Washington or Brian Thomas Jr. in that range.

Matt Kelley fades Jeremiah Love, who is being drafted as the RB13 (early 3rd round) despite having no NFL carries and playing in a poor Cardinals offense led by Jacoby Brissett. Kelley notes Love is currently dealing with a high ankle injury that could impact his availability for Week 1 and his grasp of the playbook. He warns that Love faces a committee situation with Tyler Allgeier, making him a risky investment at his current price.

Matt Kelley highlights Javante Williams as a player he prefers over George Pickens, noting that the Cowboys want to lean on Williams to keep the offense efficient and open up lanes for receivers. Kelley views Williams as a more reliable asset to anchor a running back room.

Matt Kelley fades George Pickens at his current WR10 ADP (24th overall), arguing he is overpriced as a WR2 on his own team. Pickens' production spiked significantly during CeeDee Lamb's injury absence last year, but Kelley expects fewer spike weeks in 2024 given the presence of Lamb, Jake Ferguson, and emerging WR3 Ryan Flournoy. Kelley compares Pickens to 2024 Devonta Smith or 2025 Tee Higgins, noting that investors are paying a round ahead for Pickens compared to similar WR2s.

Matt Kelley highlights Mike Washington Jr. as a threat to Ashton Gentry's workload. Washington possesses elite physical traits, including a 110 speed score, and has received positive coach speak from Clint Kubiak, who intends to involve multiple running backs in the Raiders' offense.

Matt Kelley expresses skepticism regarding Michael Penix Jr.'s reliability as a starter, comparing him to J.K. Dobbins due to injury concerns. While acknowledging Penix had a few decent games, Kelley notes the limited sample size and questions his durability for a full season.

Matt Kelley suggests that the market is discounting Kyle Pitts too heavily. Despite the meme status surrounding his fantasy production, Kelley emphasizes that Pitts is still expected to draw a significant target share in the Atlanta offense.

Matt Kelley argues that Drake London is being over-drafted as a WR7-8 in the middle of the second round. Despite his talent, the combination of quarterback uncertainty (Tua Tagovailoa vs. Michael Penix Jr.), a new offensive scheme, and potential touchdown regression creates too much risk for his current ADP. Kelley notes that even elite talents like Justin Jefferson struggled with poor quarterback play, and London's high draft cost leaves no margin for error.

Drake London is a fade at his current ADP (WR7-WR8) because his price assumes elite production despite significant quarterback and offensive uncertainty in Atlanta. Matt Kelley suggests his ceiling is already baked into his cost, and he may struggle to reach WR1 status without a clear upgrade at quarterback.

DeQuan Wright has a handshake agreement to return to LSU if he clears NFL waivers, highlighting the shifting landscape of player eligibility and NIL influence.

Deshaun Watson is considered a bust due to poor on-field performance over the last three years and off-field character concerns, with Matt Kelley noting he is currently failing to provide value to his franchise.

Christian McCaffrey returned to practice following a series of planned veteran rest days, alleviating concerns about him starting the season injured.

George Kittle has been activated from the PUP list and is expected to be ready for Week 1, consistent with his own summer projections.

Malik Davis has reclaimed the RB2 role for the Cowboys, receiving significant work with the second team and earning praise from beat reporter John Machoda. He is a viable handcuff to target in redraft leagues should Javonte Williams go down.

Ashton Jeanty suffered a leg injury that initially sparked fears of an ACL tear, though it appears less severe now. While a high ankle sprain would not be the end of the world, the injury significantly hurts his chances of being a top-end player starting right away.

Hurst had a strong day against Jacksonville's secondary, winning two reps of 20-plus yards against cornerback Travis Hunter while trailing in coverage. He also scored a touchdown in the teams periods, contributing to Tampa Bay's early offensive success before Jacksonville's defense took over.

Hunter gave up no fewer than four catches on the day, with Buccaneers receiver Ted Hurst winning two reps of 20-plus yards while Hunter was trailing in coverage. Hunter was also the committing party called for pass interference to negate the Antonio Johnson pick-six, as he was again covering Hurst. He did add a pass breakup to the tally, but it was a rougher afternoon in coverage than the ones he has had in the earlier camp performances.

Godwin connected with Baker Mayfield on a deeper throw for a second consecutive Buccaneers explosive play early in the session before Jacksonville's defense settled in and the Tampa Bay offense struggled to generate consistent production.

Irving opened team periods with a long outside run that gave the Buccaneers the first explosive play of the day, setting an early tone for Tampa Bay's offense before Jacksonville's defense settled in and took over the majority of the session.

Rodriguez added a complementary outside run, finding a hole and bouncing it to the edge for a solid gain, to add to multiple strong red-zone runs. The backfield is still a timeshare built on two very different skill sets, and Tuesday showcased both at their best simultaneously.

Tuten had a two-act performance: in the first act, Antoine Winfield Jr. punched the ball free on contact for a fumble, a reminder of the ball security narrative that followed him throughout his 2025 NFL Draft process; in the second act, he bounced a run to the outside, hit the sideline, and went 50 yards with only one Buccaneers defender able to get a hand on him. Ball security will be something to watch as the team heads into the regular season.

With the receiver room shorthanded, Strange was equally sharp, bringing in a difficult back-shoulder throw from Lawrence down the sideline for 40 yards and adding two more catches in traffic for first downs in a later period. The tight end room has been one of the more consistent units throughout the multiple offseason joint practices.

With the receiver room shorthanded, Davis (referred to as Washington in the article) took over on Tuesday and had arguably the play of the day on offense, climbing the ladder in the red zone to outjump cornerback Jacob Parrish and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. for a contested catch that drew a strong reaction from the offensive sideline. He added two more gains of 30-plus yards, one on a crosser and another on a deep out-breaking route, continuing to look every bit of the Jaguars' number 1 receiver for 2026.

With Brian Thomas Jr. sidelined for the majority of practice and Jakobi Meyers not participating, Williams absorbed a significant volume of work alongside Josh Cameron on Tuesday.

With Brian Thomas Jr. sidelined for the majority of practice and Jakobi Meyers not participating, Cameron absorbed significant volume and had the bigger individual day. He caught a red-zone scramble drill touchdown from Lawrence and hauled in two passes in two-minute drill work, including a 20-yard contested catch through traffic in the middle of the zone, continuing to demonstrate the strong hands that have made him a consistent training camp standout.

Thomas landed hard on his shoulder on the first play of 11-on-11 work after making an incredible diving touchdown catch; he was pulled to the sideline for extended evaluation by training staff. Liam Coen said the team will be cautious with him heading into the week, with the goal of getting him fully ready for Cleveland in Week 1.

Meyers did not participate in the joint practice session on Tuesday, which opened up significant volume of work for Josh Cameron and CJ Williams at the receiver position.

Lawrence connected with Brian Thomas Jr. on an incredible diving touchdown catch on the very first play of 11-on-11 work. He also stepped in physically, pulling Anzalone away from the pile during a larger skirmish. Lawrence threw to multiple receivers throughout the practice, including Cameron, Washington, Strange, and others.

Hurst had a strong day against the Jaguars secondary, winning two reps of 20-plus yards against cornerback Travis Hunter while he was trailing in coverage. He also scored a touchdown in the teams periods and won two additional reps against Hunter in separate periods.

Hunter gave up no fewer than four catches on the day, with Buccaneers receiver Ted Hurst winning two reps of 20-plus yards while Hunter was trailing in coverage. Hunter was the committing party called for a pass interference penalty that negated an Antonio Johnson pick-six, as he was again covering Hurst. He did add a pass breakup to the tally, but it was a rougher afternoon in coverage than the ones he has had in the earlier camp performances.

Godwin connected with Baker Mayfield on a deeper throw for a second consecutive Buccaneers explosive play early in the session, showcasing early offensive success for Tampa Bay before Jacksonville's defense settled in.

Mayfield connected with Chris Godwin on a deeper throw for a second consecutive Buccaneers explosive play early in the session. However, after those early moments, Jacksonville's defense settled in and the Tampa Bay offense struggled to generate consistent production. Davon Hamilton had a pressure that forced a Mayfield throwaway.

Irving opened team periods with a long outside run that gave the Buccaneers the first explosive play of the day, showcasing early offensive success for Tampa Bay before Jacksonville's defense settled in.

Rodriguez added a complementary outside run, finding a hole and bouncing it to the edge for a solid gain, to add to multiple strong red-zone runs. The backfield is still a timeshare built on two very different skill sets.

Tuten had a two-act performance in the run game. In the first act, Antoine Winfield Jr. punched the ball free on contact, a fumble that landed as a reminder of the ball security narrative that followed Tuten throughout his 2025 NFL Draft process. In the second act, he bounced a run to the outside, hit the sideline, and went 50 yards with only one Buccaneers defender able to get a hand on him. Ball security will be something to watch as we head into the regular season.

With Thomas sidelined for the majority of practice and Jakobi Meyers not participating, Williams absorbed a significant volume of work on Tuesday alongside Josh Cameron.

With Thomas sidelined for the majority of practice and Jakobi Meyers not participating, Cameron absorbed significant volume of work on Tuesday. He caught a red-zone, scramble drill touchdown from Lawrence and hauled in two passes in two-minute drill work, including a 20-yard contested catch through traffic in the middle of the zone. He continues to demonstrate the strong hands that have made him a consistent training camp standout.

Thomas landed hard on his shoulder on the very first play of 11-on-11 work after making an incredible diving touchdown catch. He came back for one additional play before being pulled to the sideline for extended evaluation by the training staff. Liam Coen addressed the situation after practice, saying Thomas came down on his shoulder and that the team will be cautious with him heading into the week, with the goal of getting him fully ready for Cleveland in Week 1.

Mentioned by Kubiak as a fullback option coming along in the Raiders offense; Kubiak stated 'we're going to keep getting Connor and get him better. And (Patrick) Gurd's coming along,' indicating Gurd is part of the fullback rotation or depth chart in the new scheme.

Rookie running back who showcased rare combination of size and speed in preseason; had a breakaway 53-yard run against the Cardinals in the preseason opener where fullback Connor Heyward charged forward to help seal a defender after left tackle Charles Grant pancaked a defender, allowing Washington to use his speed and agility to break free. The source describes this as an encouraging sign of what's to come in Kubiak's offense, with Washington positioned to benefit from the fullback lead-blocking scheme.

Starting running back in Kubiak's Raiders offense; benefits from the fullback lead-blocking scheme that Kubiak is implementing with Connor Heyward providing pathfinding in the backfield. The source notes the offense is designed to put backs in position to succeed through zone and power running schemes mixed with versatile receiving options out of the backfield.

Signed by the Raiders in free agency to fill a 40-year tradition of lead-blocking fullback that was absent the last two seasons; Kubiak views him as a versatile four-core special teams player who plays tight end, fullback, and pass pro. In preseason games against Arizona and Houston, Heyward was plugged in the backfield with starting RB Ashton Jeanty and rookie Mike Washington Jr., initially lining up as tight end before motion shifted him to traditional lead-blocking fullback role to block linebackers and defensive backs; also lined up at tight end for a catch against Houston.

Starting running back for Raiders in 2026; deployed in Kubiak's wide zone running scheme with fullback Connor Heyward providing lead-blocking support in preseason games. Part of versatile backfield that benefits from mixed zone and power run concepts.

Rookie running back featured prominently in Raiders preseason with rare size-speed combination; broke off 53-yard run vs. Cardinals in preseason opener with lead-blocking support from Connor Heyward and left tackle Charles Grant. Kubiak's scheme emphasizes putting backs on corners and safeties through wide zone running; Washington Jr. noted as very capable back in versatile offense that can mix zone and power schemes.

Signed to 2-year, $5.5M deal ($2M guaranteed) by Raiders as fullback in March 2026; Kubiak views him as a versatile four-core special teams contributor who plays tight end, fullback, and pass-protects. Heyward is 6-foot, 230 pounds with mentality for selfless blocking and opening lanes; deployed in preseason with starting RB Ashton Jeanty and rookie Mike Washington Jr., initially lining up as tight end before motion shifts him to traditional lead-blocking fullback role to block linebackers and defensive backs. Also lined up at tight end for catches in second preseason game.

The source poses a fan survey question about whether Fernando Mendoza will achieve 10 starts for the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 season, framing his potential playing time as a key fantasy-relevant metric for the upcoming year.

Sean Mannion is part of the Eagles backup quarterback battle discussion during training camp.

Makai Lemon is back from injury/availability concerns and working to improve his professionalism off the field; the source notes he is available while some other Eagles rookies remain sidelined.

Offensive lineman Reggie Gilliam was named to the top punt block team.

Running back Rhamondre Stevenson remains the top running back with the first offense, with Lan Larison and Hassan Haskins repping as top backups in his absence.

Running back Hassan Haskins repped as a top backup to Rhamondre Stevenson with TreVeyon Henderson sidelined and was named to the top punt block team.

Wide receiver Mack Hollins connected with Drake Maye on a deep pass play in 7-on-7 drills on Tuesday, part of the Patriots' top passing attack striking several big plays.

Wide receiver Efton Chism III connected with Drake Maye on a deep pass play in 7-on-7 drills on Tuesday, part of the Patriots' top passing attack striking several big plays.

Quarterback Drake Maye connected with multiple receivers on several big plays in 7-on-7 drills on Tuesday, including completions to Efton Chism III, Mack Hollins, and Lan Larison down the field, demonstrating continued offensive rhythm and accuracy.

Rookie running back Jam Miller returned to practice on Tuesday in a limited capacity, not participating in team drills. He remains in a backup role behind Rhamondre Stevenson.

Running back Lan Larison returned to practice in a red non-contact jersey on Tuesday and repped as a top backup to Rhamondre Stevenson with Henderson sidelined. Larison also connected with Drake Maye on a deep pass play in 7-on-7s, demonstrating continued involvement in the passing attack.

Running back TreVeyon Henderson exited Monday's practice early with an apparent right foot/ankle injury and was sidelined on Tuesday. Head coach Eliot Wolf stated prior to practice: 'We're working through that situation now. He's probably not going to be out there at practice today, but we'll see how that goes,' indicating uncertainty about his availability moving forward.

Offensive lineman Reggie Gilliam was named to the top punt block team, indicating special teams value.

Running back Rhamondre Stevenson remains the top running back for the Patriots, with Lan Larison and Hassan Haskins repping as top backups with Henderson sidelined.

Running back Hassan Haskins repped as a top backup to Rhamondre Stevenson with TreVeyon Henderson sidelined and was named to the top punt block team, demonstrating value on both offense and special teams.

Wide receiver Mack Hollins connected with quarterback Drake Maye on a downfield pass in 7-on-7s during the final training camp practice, part of the Patriots' top passing attack striking several big plays.

Wide receiver Efton Chism III connected with quarterback Drake Maye on a downfield pass in 7-on-7s during the final training camp practice, part of the Patriots' top passing attack striking several big plays.

Quarterback Drake Maye connected with multiple receivers on downfield passes in 7-on-7s during the final training camp practice, including completions to Efton Chism III, Mack Hollins, and Lan Larison, demonstrating the top passing attack's ability to execute big plays.

Rookie running back Jam Miller returned to practice on Tuesday in a limited capacity, not participating in team drills. Miller's limited availability suggests continued evaluation or recovery from a prior issue.

Running back Lan Larison returned to practice in a red non-contact jersey and repped as a top backup to Rhamondre Stevenson with Henderson sidelined. Larison also connected with quarterback Drake Maye on a downfield pass play in 7-on-7s, demonstrating receiving ability in the Patriots' top passing attack.

Running back TreVeyon Henderson exited Monday's practice early with an apparent right foot/ankle injury and was sidelined on Tuesday. Head coach Eliot Wolf stated prior to practice: 'We're working through that situation now. He's probably not going to be out there at practice today, but we'll see how that goes,' indicating uncertainty about his availability moving forward.

Cincinnati Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase says he is “fine” after a scare at practice Tuesday in which the wide receiver appeared to injure his left knee. <https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49724848/bengals-jamarr-chase-says-fine-injury-scare> [Retweeted](

Kellen Moore said Olave got the wind knocked out of him. [Retweeted](

JJ McCarthy and Carson Wentz split 2nd-team reps, per @​SeifertESPN.

JJ McCarthy and Carson Wentz split 2nd-team reps, per @​SeifertESPN.

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“- Oronde Gadsden beat Emany Johnson down the sideline for what would’ve been a TD from Justin Herbert, but Gadsden dropped the pass. - Charlie Kolar had a bunch of catches throughout practice.” Man the hits just keep on coming for OG. 😬 [Quoted](

“- Oronde Gadsden beat Emany Johnson down the sideline for what would’ve been a TD from Justin Herbert, but Gadsden dropped the pass. - Charlie Kolar had a bunch of catches throughout practice.” Man the hits just keep on coming for OG. 😬 [Quoted](

JJ McCarthy, Carson Wentz split 2nd-team reps, per @​SeifertESPN.

JJ McCarthy, Carson Wentz split 2nd-team reps, per @​SeifertESPN.

Running back Christian McCaffrey looked healthy and participated in the Aug. 25 practice, indicating he is progressing well ahead of the regular season.

Running back Isaac Guerendo remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.

Quarterback Kurtis Rourke suffered three broken ribs, sidelining him from practice.

Wide receiver Christian Kirk, who signed a one-year, $6 million deal with the 49ers, has been limited by a calf injury. Head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated it's possible Kirk could be placed on injured reserve, noting the team has several players in similar situations and will evaluate over the next few days.