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Malik Nabers had second surgery to remove scar tissue
Will he be ready Week 1?
By: Mike Krueger | May 13 2026, 3:24 pm
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Giants WR Malik Nabers underwent a second surgery on his knee to remove scar tissue that was causing stiffness, according to sources. I'm told the second surgery took place "multiple weeks ago" and it was described as a "clean up." This second surgery isn't expected to impact Nabers' recovery timeline. The team is still hoping the No. 1 WR will be ready for the opener.
Nabers first underwent ACL and meniscus surgery on Oct. 28. (Dan Duggan on X)
FFToday's Take: These kind of clean-up procedures are not uncommon but we'll be watching Nabers closely during training camp and pre-season, gauging his progress as he hopes to see the field in Week 1. Nabers played in only four games during the 2025 season before suffering a knee injury at the end of September. The Giants have added Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin this off-season to their wide receiver room.
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Michael Penix Jr. back on the practice field
Torn ACL suffered in mid-November
By: Mike Krueger | May 12 2026, 9:19 pm
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Six months removed from tearing his left ACL, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has returned to the field. A team spokesperson said Penix is participating in Phase 2 of the Falcons' offseason program. Penix, 26, tore the ACL last Nov. 16 in a game against the Carolina Panthers. It was Penix's third torn ACL in the past eight years. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: The Falcons have added Tua Tagovailoa and a quarterback competition is expected to happen once Penix is at full strength. Penix has played in just 14 games in his first two NFL seasons with little fantasy relevance. At the moment, I'm expecting Tua to begin the season as the Falcons starter but we'll see what how the quarterback competition emerges in training camp.
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Chargers sign TE David Njoku to a one-year deal
Veteran coming off his worst season since 2020
By: Mike Krueger | May 11 2026, 6:04 am
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Sources: The #Chargers have agreed to terms with former #Browns TE David Njoku, giving him a 1-year deal worth up to $8M.
After nine years with Cleveland, Njoku moves on to catch passes from Justin Herbert in a deal done by @malkikawa of @FirstRoundMgmt. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: Njoku has been banged up the last couple seasons missing 11 games in that span. He began losing snap share to Harold Fannin Jr. mid-season in 2025 on his way to his worst statistical season (33-293-4) since 2000. With the Chargers, he will compete with Oronde Gadsden for tight end targets which puts a damper on both their fantasy outlooks.
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Breece Hall gets contract extension, 3-year deal
$29 million in guarantees
By: Mike Krueger | May 8 2026, 4:24 pm
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New York Jets running back Breece Hall, given the franchise tag on March 3, agreed to a three-year, $45.75 million contract Friday, his agent told ESPN on Friday.
The contract includes $29 million in guarantees, according to agent Nicole Lynn of Klutch Sports. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: Hall was placed on the franchise tag back in early March, but the two sides were able to hammer out a longer deal. He was rumored to be on the trading block has season but instead will stick the team as the search for a viable long-term answer at quarterback. Hall (25) has four seasons under his belt and will now be tied to the Jets through the 2028 season.
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Vikings add Jauan Jennings to wide receiver room
Replaces Jalen Nailor who signed with the Raiders
By: Mike Krueger | May 7 2026, 9:19 pm
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New Vikings WR Jauan Jennings’ one-year deal is worth $8 million, with a chance to make up to $13M with incentives, per source.
Jennings fills the role of Jalen Nailor, who left in free agency, in a WR group with superstar Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: Jennings was one of the top wideouts still available on the free agent market and serves a need for Minnesota who lost Nailor to the Raiders this off-season. This isn't the best move for his fantasy value as Justin Jefferson will command at least 140 targets and Jordan Addison has solidified himself as a strong No.2 option. Jennings can be penciled in as the Vikings No.3 option in the passing game but isn't likely to see the volume necessary to be a weekly trustworthy fantasy asset.
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George Pickens signs his franchise tag
Tag is worth $27.3 million for the 2026 season
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 29 2026, 5:36 pm
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George Pickens has signed the franchise tag, according to a source. (Todd Archer on X)
FFToday's Take: The Cowboys don't seem interested in working out a long-term deal right now with Pickens and don't want to trade the star receiver either. It's likely we'll see Pickens miss a portion of minicamp but the discourse will heat up if he starts to miss time at training camp in July.
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WR Jayden Reed gets 3-year contract extension
$20 million guaranteed
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 24 2026, 5:11 pm
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Wide receiver Jayden Reed and the Packers now have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $50.25 million in new money, including $20 million guaranteed, per agents Drew Rosenhaus and Ian Grutman. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The Packers traded away Dontayvion Wicks to the Eagles this off-season and are moving forward with Reed, Christian Watson and Matthew Golden as their top three wideouts in 2026. The Packers tend to use five wide receivers on gameday's so even though the WR room looks enticing, we might not get the snap share's we want from the top three.
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Alec Pierce dealing with rehab from ankle surgery
Clean up procedure will keep him out until training camp
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 20 2026, 3:11 pm
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Alec Pierce won’t participate in the Colts’ offseason workout program, which began Monday, including the organized team activities (OTAs) in late May and June.
“It’ll be training camp,’’ Ballard said of Pierce’s return. “It’s a three-month recovery.’’ (Fox59)
FFToday's Take: Pierce played through ankle pain in 2025 and finally decided to have a procedure done heading into 2026. Pierce signed a new four-year deal in March and is scheduled to be the team's top wideout this season. Pierce is coming if his best fantasy season but 47 receptions is his high-water mark for his four-year career. We'll see if he can recast himself as something more than a deep threat.
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A.J. Brown trade to the Patriots considered likely
Waiting until after June 1st will spread cap hit over two seasons
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 20 2026, 6:31 am
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The Eagles remain open to trading A.J. Brown, the Patriots remain highly interested in acquiring the star receiver, and conversations are expected to resume shortly on or before June 1, likely culminating in a deal, per league sources.
As one source said about the Patriots' pursuit of Brown, they'll “definitely be engaging then.”
A trade to New England is now considered likely. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Brown is not expected to attend the Eagles off-season workout program which begins today. If the two sides wait until after June 1st, then the Eagles will be able to spread out the $40 million cap hit over the 2026 and 2027 seasons. The Eagles have been stockpiling wide receivers this off-season, bringing in free agents Marquise Brown and Elijah Moore and trading for Packers wideout Dontayvion Wicks.
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Bengals acquire DT Dexter Lawrence, Giants get pick No.10
Giants rebuilding under new HC John Harbaugh
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 18 2026, 8:25 pm
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Draft week blockbuster: The Giants are trading three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals in a deal that will include the 10th overall pick going to New York, per ESPN sources.
The Giants now head into Thursday night with the 5th and 10th overall picks. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The Bengals lost Trey Hendrickson to the Ravens earlier this off-season which left a gaping hole in their defensive line. Lawrence publicly requested a trade on April 6 and New York was able find a trade partner. This now gives the Giants two picks (5 and 10) in the top ten of the 2026 draft. It won't be a shock if the Giants use one of their first or 2nd round (2.05) picks on a defensive lineman as they are weak in that area.
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Cardinals eyeing QB Ty Simpson in the NFL Draft?
Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew currently on the roster
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 16 2026, 10:28 pm
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“There is a feeling around the league that the Cardinals certainly have some level of interest in Ty Simpson,” ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
Similarly, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah said, “I believe firmly (Simpson) is going to be a Cardinal." (AZCentral.com)
FFToday's Take: Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort spoke broadly about the quarterback position and the traits they look for in a rookie. With the Cardinals holding an early 2nd round pick (2.02), they could use that pick on Simpson or trade up into the backend of the first round. Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew are currently on the roster. “That's where we are right now,” Ossenfort said. “Is that how it looks going into training camp? I don't know. We'll see.”
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Eagles add Dontayvion Wicks to wide receiver room
Green Bay gets 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 10 2026, 4:33 pm
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Dontayvion Wicks to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. Wicks will sign a one-year, $12.5 million extension with the Eagles, per his agent @DavidMulugheta. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: We've been hearing a lot of rumblings about A.J. Brown getting traded and this is going to add fuel to the fire. Wicks is signing a one-year extension with Philadelphia The Eagles have added Marquise Brown, Elijah Moore and Wicks this off-season. The Packers are now left with Christian Watson, Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden as their top three wideouts.
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No discipline from the league on Rashee Rice
"Has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy"
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 3 2026, 4:50 pm
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NFL concluded today that Chiefs WR Rashee Rice “has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy” and the investigation into accusations from his former girlfriend is now closed; there will be no discipline at this time.
Statement from his attorney Sean Lindsey: “Mr. Rice wants to thank the NFL for their thorough investigation, and looks forward to the start of the 2026-27 NFL season.” (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: A nice little late afternoon Friday news dump on a holiday weekend. Now that the league has concluded its investigation on the most recent accusations against Rice, it will be up to him to keep his nose clean moving forward. His value in early best ball formats should begin to climb on this news.
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QB Kirk Cousins lands with the Raiders
Las Vegas adds a veteran to their QB room
By: Mike Krueger | Apr 2 2026, 9:13 am
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Congrats @KirkCousins8 agreeing to a contract with the @Raiders. (Mike McCartney on X)
FFToday's Take: HC Klint Kubiak said recently at the owners meetings that he'd like to have his rookie QB (Fernando Mendoza) learn behind a veteran. Kirk Cousins (37) will be that veteran and is in line to be the Week 1 starter in Las Vegas if Kubiak sticks to his word. The Cardinals, Rams, and Packers were also reportedly interested in Cousins.
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Falcons expected to sign RB Brian Robinson Jr.
One-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 24 2026, 1:37 pm
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Sources: The #Falcons are expected to sign former #49ers RB Brian Robinson Jr., per sources.
Robinson has over 2,700 yards rushing, 612 yards receiving and 22 total TDs in four NFL seasons. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: Robinson will replace Tyler Allgeier who left Atlanta for Arizona this off-season. As Bijan's backup, Allgeier totaled 143 and 137 carries the last two seasons giving some credence to consider Robinson as a late-round RB option in redraft leagues. Robinson played sparingly behind Christian McCaffrey last season (92 carries), so there's room for his fantasy to value to grow in Atlanta.
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New extension for JSN, keeps him in Seattle through 2031
Deal includes over $120 million guaranteed
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 23 2026, 9:29 am
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Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year, has reached agreement with the Seattle Seahawks on a four-year contract extension that makes him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history, sources told ESPN. The deal includes over $120 million guaranteed. The Seahawks already exercised Smith-Njigba's fifth-year option for 2027 last week, and now have the two-time Pro Bowler under contract for the next six seasons. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: We new this deal was likely to come even though Seattle just exercised his 5th-year option for 2027. JSN finished 2nd in fantasy points among all wide receivers last season (119-1793-10) and his hitting his prime. The next big pay day at wide receiver will be for Puka Nacua who will be in the final year of his contract in 2026.
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Hollywood Brown agrees to one-year deal with Eagles
Takes over for Jahan Dotson in No.3 wideout role
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 17 2026, 3:01 pm
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Eagles announced they agreed to terms on a one-year deal with WR Hollywood Brown. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The Eagles lost Jahan Dotson in free agency to the Falcons so Brown will fill the void as the Eagles No.3 receiver behind A.J. Brown (trade?) and DeVonta Smith. Hollywood played a rotational role with the Chiefs last season finishing with a 49-587-5 line. Assuming A.J. Brown sticks with the Eagles, Hollywood can be avoided in redraft leagues in 2026.
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Trade: Broncos acquire Jaylen Waddle from Dolphins
Miami gets 1st round pick, late 3rd & 4th round picks
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 17 2026, 11:15 am
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Full trade:
Broncos get Jaylen Waddle and Dolphins’ 4th-round pick (11th in round) in this year’s draft.
Dolphins get: 1st round pick (30th overall) along with late 3rd and 4th round picks (30th in each round) in this year’s draft. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: The Broncos have been relatively quiet in free agency this off-season but made a splash today by trading for Waddle. This move give the Broncos a crowded WR room consisting of Waddle, Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims to name a few while the Dolphins are left with scraps. Miami will certainly target the WR position in the upcoming draft. Sutton's fantasy value will decrease on this move.
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49ers add to their WR room with Christian Kirk
1-year, $6M deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 16 2026, 4:08 pm
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Sources: The #49ers are signing WR Christian Kirk to a 1-year, $6M deal.
Kirk is the latest WR addition in San Fran, after they also signed WR Mike Evans. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: San Francisco has added Mike Evans and Kirk via free agency this off-season as they reshape their wide receiver room. Kirk spent 2025 with the Texans but never really made a fantasy impact, playing in 11 games and finishing with a 28-239-1 line. He'll try and win the slot role in San Francisco but won't be on the fantasy radar in 16-round redraft leagues.
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Jets ship Justin Fields to Chiefs for 2027 6th round pick
Patrick Mahomes recovering from ACL injury
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 16 2026, 11:26 am
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More about the Jets finalizing a trade that would send quarterback Justin Fields to the Chiefs in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The Chiefs needs some insurance to begin the 2026 season as Patrick Mahomes is currently rehabbing an ACL injury suffered in mid-December. Even if he's ready for Week 1, it's unlikely he'll be at 100 percent. Fields had a season to forget with the Jets in 2025 but will get a lot of work with the No.1 offense this pre-season and could make a couple starts to be begin 2026 for the Chiefs. However, his season-long outlook in redraft leagues is minimal.
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Dallas Goedert sticking in Philadelphia, one-year deal
Eagles avoid a dead-cap hit of more than $20 million
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 15 2026, 3:59 pm
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Back to Philly for Dallas Goedert: The #Eagles have agreed to terms with the eight-year veteran TE on a one-year deal, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
It was a complicated process for the last week but Goedert wanted to stay and the sides found a way to make it work. (Mike Garafolo on X)
FFToday's Take: The deal is reportedly worth $7 million. Goedert (31) spiked 11 touchdowns in 2025 on the way to his best fantasy finish to date (TE3). His usage around the goaline was encouraging but it's hard to justify him as anything more than a TE2 in 2026 even if wideout A.J. Brown eventually gets traded.
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Vikings sign QB Kyler Murray to one-year deal
Arizona will pay QB $36.8 million
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 12 2026, 6:19 pm
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Former Cardinals QB Kyler Murray is signing a one-year deal with the Vikings, per sources. Murray now will become part of a QB room that includes former No. 10 overall pick J.J. McCarthy.
With Murray already owed $36.8 million from Arizona, his one-year contract with the Vikings will be for the veteran league minimum. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: McCarthy is not going to beat out Murray for the starting job in Minnesota this season. In all likelihood, the Vikings will be looking for a QB in the 2027 draft. For now, Murray lands in probably the best spot possible under HC Kevin O'Connell and with arguably the best wide receiver in the league. Murray played in just five games last season due to a sprained foot.
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Commanders sign RB Rachaad White
One-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 12 2026, 3:01 pm
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Commanders are signing former Bucs RB Rachaad White to a one-year deal, per his agent Sunny Shah. White now reunites with his college quarterback, Jayden Daniels. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: White has been part of Tampa Bay's running back room for the last four seasons. He finished as the RB6 in half-ppr leagues back in 2023 but has largely been part of a committee ever since. He'll likely be in a similar role in Washington, working a lot on third downs and sharing time with Jacory Croskey-Merritt. All eyes will now turn to the draft and see if the Commanders are able to get RB Jeremiyah Love at pick 1.07.
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Jaguars add Chris Rodriquez Jr. to running back room
Two-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 11 2026, 5:35 pm
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The Jaguars are signing former Washington RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. to a two-year, $10 million deal with $6.2M guaranteed, per The Insiders.
Rodriguez gets $6.2M fully guaranteed and can make up to $12M with incentives on a deal done by Michael Perrett of Priority Sports. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: With Travis Etienne now in New Orleans, it appears Bhayshul Tuten and Rodriguez will be the main pieces in the Jacksonville running back room. Rodriguez played in 12 games last season for the Commanders but shared time with Jacory Croskey-Merritt. He played in college under HC Liam Coen while the two were at Kentucky.
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RB Aaron Jones stays in Minnesota on revised contract
10th season upcoming
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 11 2026, 2:47 pm
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The Vikings and RB Aaron Jones have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Minnesota for the 2026 season, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
Jones lowers his base salary to $5.5 million and will stay in Minnesota. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: There were reports earlier this off-season that Jones would be let go to save money against the salary cap. Instead, they will keep the 31-year-old running back for another season. He played 12 games last year finishing as the RB33 in fantasy points per game (half-ppr). He'll form a tandem with Jordan Mason which will cap their ceiling as RB3s or Flex considerations.
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Patriots add to WR room with Romeo Doubs
4-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 10 2026, 2:48 pm
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The New England Patriots have agreed to sign former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs to a four-year deal sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler. Doubs will help fill the shoes of Stefon Diggs, who will be released after spending one season with the Patriots. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: The details of the detail are a little sketchy right now but it appears it's a four-year deal. New England has been kicking the tires on an A.J. Brown trade with the Eagles, but that hasn't materialized. Doubs is getting a hefty pay day for someone that has a high-water mark of 724 receiving yards in a season. He'll join Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins and a host of others in a receiver room that rarely featured one player last season. If no other WR additions are made, Doubs could be considered a decent WR3 in redraft leagues.
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Geno Smith headed back to the Jets
Jets and Raiders do late-round pick swap for QB
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 10 2026, 2:21 pm
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After a nine-year separation, the New York Jets and quarterback Geno Smith are together again.
Instead of waiting for him to be released, the Jets traded for Smith on Tuesday, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Jets are sending a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for Smith and a 2026 seventh-rounder, sources told Schefter. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: The Raiders were expected to release the veteran QB but instead found a trading partner. It's being reported that the Raiders will be paying the bulk of Geno's 2026 salary. The Vikings were also interested in Geno's services. This move could spell the end for Justin Fields who has one year left on his deal in New York. Geno may have some low-end QB2 value for the upcoming season but expect the Jets to address the position via the draft in April or in 2027.
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Lions replace David Montgomery with Isiah Pacheco
One-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 10 2026, 1:05 pm
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After trading David Montgomery to the Texans, the Lions add another violent runner, with Isiah Pacheco now joining Jahmyr Gibbs in Detroit's backfield. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: Pacheco (27) has yet to regain his form after a fibula injury in 2024. he suffered a knee injury in 2025 that limited him to 13 games and sharing time with Kareem Hunt. This doesn't feel like a 1A, 1B situation in Detroit. Expect Pacheco to be the clear backup which further cements Gibbs as a top fantasy option in redraft leagues in 2026.
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Steelers lose Kenneth Gainwell, add Rico Dowdle
Likely to share time with Jaylen Warren
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 7:17 pm
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BREAKING: The #Steelers are signing former #Panthers standout RB Rico Dowdle, per multiple sources.
Dowdle has had back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons and now finds a new home. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: Dowdle is coming off a one-and-done season in Carolina where he topped 1000 yards and finished as the RB16 in half-ppr leagues. He'll form a duo with Jaylen Warren in Pittsburgh as the Kenneth Gainwell has departed for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in free agency. The signing of Dowdle suggests the Steelers are not eager to give Kaleb Johnson a meaningful role to begin the 2026 season.
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Broncos re-sign RB J.K. Dobbins
Two-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 3:26 pm
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The #Broncos are re-signing RB J.K. Dobbins.
Dobbins was having a career year for Denver before his injury -- and would’ve been back for the Super Bowl if Denver made it that far. Now he’s back. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: The Broncos were rumored to be interested in Kenneth Walker and Travis Etienne, but will settle for Dobbins (27) who was playing well (5.0 ypc) in 2025 before missing seven games due to a foot injury. With Dobbins back in the mix, you can expect RJ Harvey's fantasy value to take a hit as he'll likely cede early-down work to Dobbins. Harvey's biggest value add will come in PPR leagues.
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Mike Evans leaving Tampa Bay for San Francisco
Three-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 2:36 pm
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Star wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to sign a three-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers that is worth up to $60.4 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: It sounds like Evans was looking for another team, challenge to close out his career with. With Brandon Aiyuk gone and Jauan Jennings a free agent, Evans will step right in to a starting role and be a solid WR2 value in redraft leagues. Health will be Evans' biggest challenge to living up to his fantasy expectations in 2026. He's dealt with numerous hamstring issues throughout his career and missed a big chunk of time last season with a broken collarbone.
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Travis Etienne on the move to New Orleans
4-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 1:59 pm
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The Saints are signing former Jaguars running back Travis Etienne, per sources.
The Jacksonville Jaguars wanted to retain the Louisiana native. The Broncos and Vikings were also interested. (Dianna Russini on X)
FFToday's Take: Etienne is getting a four-year deal as he leaves Jacksonville to become the lead back for the Saints. This moves brings into question Alvin Kamara's status in New Orleans. He's still under contract but Etienne did not sign here to be a backup player. Etienne is capable of playing on all three downs and should be a solid RB2 value in 2026.
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Arizona signs RB Tyler Allgeier, two-year deal
Former Falcons RB headed to the Cardinals
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 1:46 pm
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BREAKING: The #Cardinals are signing #Falcons RB Tyler Allgeier to a 2-year, $12M, per sources.
Allgeier has proven to have RB1 qualities in a shared role in Atlanta, totaling 2,876 rushing yards and 20 total TDs. A big addition. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: The Cardinals are reportedly going to keep James Conner (ankle) at a reduced rate for 2026 meaning it creates a crowded backfield that includes Trey Benson who missed most of last season with a knee injury. At best, Allgeier is going to find himself in a committee and he'll have to get the bulk of his fantasy value through TDs which he was able to do last season, finding the endzone 8 times.
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Trade: Michael Pittman Jr. headed to Pittsburgh
Steelers sign the veteran to a new three-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 1:01 pm
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The Steelers are signing newly acquired WR Michael Pittman Jr. to a new three-year, $59 million deal, sources tell The Insiders. So a trade and a new deal for Pittman, who now figures as a key piece in Pittsburgh. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: In a complementary move, the Colts have traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers for a late-round pick swap. Indianapolis has re-signed Alec Pierce who appears will move up to the No.1 role in the wide receiver room. Pittman (28), is entering his 7th season and will join forces with DK Metcalf in Pittsburgh who is still searching for a quarterback (Aaron Rodgers?). Pierce is currently profiling as a mid-range WR3 until we get confirmation who the Steelers quarterback will be.
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New QB in Miami: Malik Willis come on down
$45M fully guaranteed
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 12:48 pm
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Sources: The #Dolphins are signing #Packers QB Malik Willis, as a new QB has landed in Miami.
He gets a 3-year, $67.5M deal with $45M fully guaranteed in a contract negotiated by @DavidMulugheta of @AthletesFirst. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: The Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa, taking a monstrous cap hit of $67.4 in 2026 and $31.8 million in 2027. To replace Tua, the Dolphins have lured former Packers backup QB Willis who will join head coach Jeff Hafley in Miami. Willis has above average skills as a rusher which is going to make him a valuable fantasy asset and could be a sneaky low-end QB1 if the Dolphins offense is competent in 2026.
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Kenneth Walker headed to Kansas City, 3-year deal
$28.7M guaranteed
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 12:23 pm
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Super Bowl MVP RB Kenneth Walker is signing with Kansas City, per source. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Walker was rumored to land with the Chiefs so this move isn't much of a surprise. The Chiefs have lacked play-makers at the running back position in recent years and Walker provides the ability to break long runs. Still just 25 years old, Walker should provide the Chiefs with some stability for next couple of years. At the very least, he'll be used as and early-down back and be valued as a strong RB2 with RB1 spike weeks in redraft leagues.
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The Colts keep Alec Pierce on staggering new contract
$84 million in guarantees
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 12:03 pm
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The Colts and WR Alec Pierce agreed to terms on a massive four-year, $114 million contract extension, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
Indy keeps its top receiver and Pierce gets his payday. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: The deal includes $84 million in guarantees, $60 million fully guaranteed at signing, and a max of $116 million. This move also means that Michael Pittman Jr. could be on the move in a trade. Pierce is coming off his best season (47-1003-6) as the WR24, WR22 in fantasy points per game. He's likely to set career highs this upcoming season and should be valued as a WR2 in redraft leagues.
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Travis Kelce returning to KC for 2026
14th season upcoming
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 9 2026, 11:27 am
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Back for more: #Chiefs future Hall of Fame TE Travis Kelce is expected to return to Kansas City for a 14th season, a message that’s been delivered to teams who will want him.
At 36, Kelce’s play was at its usual level, landing him in the Pro Bowl. He’s loyal to KC & will stay. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: Kelce has been mulling retirement at age 36 but it appears he will return for another season in Kansas City with Patrick Mahomes. Kelce finished as the TE4 in half-ppr leagues and the TE10 in fantasy points per game last season. He's obviously on the downside of his career and won't be top tier fantasy tight end in 2026, but will likely settle in as a mid-round pick in most redraft leagues.
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James Conner sticking in Arizona for 2026
Played just 3 games last season due to ankle injury
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 8 2026, 12:33 pm
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The Cardinals and two-time Pro Bowl RB James Conner have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026, sources say.
Conner played just three games last season because an ankle injury. But he’ll be back at age 31. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: Conner will turn 31 in May and is coming off a lost season, cut short by an ankle injury. His free agent market would likely be minimal given his age and injury status, so this is a win for both the team and player. We'll see just how effective he will be in 2026 as he works in a likely timeshare with Trey Benson, who is coming off a knee injury of his own.
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Raiders are moving on from QB Geno Smith
One and done for Geno in Las Vegas
By: Mike Krueger | Mar 6 2026, 11:03 am
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ESPN sources: the Raiders are releasing last season’s starting quarterback Geno Smith, barring a trade before the start of the new league year. By releasing Smith, the Raiders will open up $8M in salary cap space while taking on $18.5M in dead money. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The Raiders offense was dismal last season ranking last in total yards per game (245.2) and 28th in passing yards per game (167.7). Their expected to take QB Fernando Mendoza at No.1 in the upcoming 2026 draft making Geno expendable. Expect the Raiders to add a veteran QB to pair with the rookie. Smith (35) will likely land at one of the many teams scrambling for a quarterback this off-season.
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