Fantasy football news and opinion from FFToday.com https://www.fftoday.com/rss/news.xml Fantasy Football Copyright 2019 FFToday.com Thu, 6 Aug 2026 11:55:00 GMT Thu, 6 Aug 2026 11:55:00 GMT webmaster@fftoday.com (Mike Krueger) https://www.fftoday.com/creative/icn_fftoday_88_31.jpg https://www.fftoday.com/rss/news.xml 88 31 $39M guaranteed

The #Colts and star RB Jonathan Taylor have agreed to terms on a big-time 2-year, $44M extension, per me and @AdamSchefter. $47M is the max with $39M guaranteed. The largest 3rd contract for a RB ever and one of the highest paid ever. Deal done by @malkikawa of @FirstRoundMgmt. (Ian Rapoport on X)

FF Today's Take: Bijan Robinson got a new deal recently now it's Taylor's turn. Taylor has proven to be a fantasy force with four seasons of double-digit touchdowns under his belt. He's scored 20 TDs twice including last season when he finished as the RB2 overall behind Christian McCaffrey. He's currently being drafted as the RB4 in most leagues behind Gibbs, Bijan and McCaffrey.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16935 Thu, 6 Aug 2026 11:55:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16935 Veteran wideout expected to be No.2 option for Jayden Daniels

Former #Patriots WR Stefon Diggs is set to sign with the #Commanders, sources say. With an offseason at full health, Diggs is ready to hit the ground running as a key weapon for Jayden Daniels in Year 3. The QB-friendly WR should help. (Ian Rapoport on X)

FF Today's Take: We had heard all off-season that this move was a possibility and now here we are. The Commanders were in need of a No.2 option in the passing game behind Terry McLaurin and have found there answer in Diggs (32), who will sign a one-year deal. This is a decent landing spot for his fantasy value and profiles to have weekly flex value in PPR leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16934 Wed, 5 Aug 2026 17:57:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16934 $108 million guaranteed

Just in: Baltimore’s two-time Pro-Bowl WR Zay Flowers reached agreement today with the Ravens on a four-year, $140 million extension that includes $108 million guaranteed, per his agency @WinSportsGroup. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Flowers is solidified as the Ravens No.1 target in the passing game as they switch to new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. He's topped 1000 yards the last two seasons but has been stuck at 6 total TDs or less during his three-year career. His ADP is currently hovering around WR17 in PPR leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16932 Tue, 4 Aug 2026 15:44:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16932 Expected to be ready for the regular-season opener

Jets HC Aaron Glenn told reporters that rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq suffered “a little setback” to the offseason hernia surgery he had, and he now will miss some time. But Glenn still is confident that Sadiq will be ready for the regular-season opener. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Sadiq had hernia surgery this off-season and will now miss valuable time as a rookie in his first training camp. We could see more of Mason Taylor early in the season as Sadiq gets up to speed. Sadiq is currently the TE17 off the board in PPR leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16933 Tue, 4 Aug 2026 14:51:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16933 $51 million guaranteed

ESPN sources: Two-time Pro-Bowl selection Bijan Robinson and the Falcons reached agreement on a three-year extension worth up to $75 million that now will make him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. Robinson will receive a record $51 million guaranteed, including $37 million at signing, in a deal that agent Nicole Lynn and the Falcons have been working hard on to finish up in recent days. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Bijan has been doing the hold-in routine at camp but will now get back to work with an updated contract. He will be the first or second running back off the board regardless of format in 2026. Up next for a new deal is Jahmyr Gibbs who is also "holding in."]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16931 Tue, 4 Aug 2026 11:54:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16931 “It should be on the shorter side.”

Bears HC Ben Johnson told reporters that RB Kyle Monangai is dealing with a soft tissue injury. “We're taking it day-by-day,” Johnson said. “It should be on the shorter side.” (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Very vague but it's all we have to go on at the moment. It doesn't sound significant for Monangai but given he's missed the last few practices it's worth noting. Hopefully the Bears running back can back on the practice field sooner rather than later.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16930 Mon, 3 Aug 2026 12:48:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16930 Will undergo season-ending knee surgery

After lengthy discussions with doctors, 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is expected to undergo season-ending surgery on the nagging PCL injury that dates back to last season and be out for the year, John Lynch told reporters. Pearsall is expected to make a full recovery in time for the 2027 season. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Pearsall's 2026 season is over before it even began. After experiencing swelling in his knee a few days into camp, a decision has been made to try surgery on nagging knee injury. The 49ers recently brought back Deebo Samuel and will add him to the mix of Mike Evans, Christian Kirk (calf) and rookie De'Zhaun Stribling. Stribling's role and usage during camp will be something fantasy owners need to pay attention to.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16929 Sat, 1 Aug 2026 16:53:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16929 One-year deal

Reunion: Free agent WR Deebo Samuel is signing back with the #49ers, sources say. The former #Commanders and SF pass-catcher returns where it all began. 1-year, up to $7M in a deal done by Tory Dandy of @AthletesFirst. (Ian Rapoport on X)

FF Today's Take: With Ricky Pearsall and Christian Kirk having injury issues to begin camp, the 49ers are bringing back a familiar face. We'll need more injury info on Pearsall before accurately assessing Deebo's fantasy value but this is obviously a decent landing spot given he knows Kyle Shanahan's system. This may pour some cold water on the recent De'Zhaun Stribling steam.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16928 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:08:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16928 Saints wideout had been a hold-in at camp

Just in: Saints are signing WR Chris Olave to a four-year extension worth up to $132 million, including $90 million guaranteed, his agents Drew and Jason Rosenhaus tell ESPN. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Olave was holding-in during the early portion of camp but can now get back in the swing of things on the field after a new four-year extension with the Saints. He racked up 100 catches last season and notched his third 1000-yard season since becoming a pro in 2022. He's currently hovering around WR13 in half-PPR leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16927 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:49:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16927 Knee injury

Panthers rookie WR Chris Brazzell II sustained a moderate LCL tear in his left knee and is expected to miss up to eight weeks, per a league source with knowledge of the situation. Brazzell's injury is believed to be unrelated to his earlier knee issue. (Joe Person on X)

FF Today's Take: The Panthers currently lead the league in injuries during the early portion of training camp. Brazzell was expected to push Xavier Legette for the No.3 wide receiver role in Carolina but this injury should allow Legette to keep his spot with John Metchie and David Moore rounding out the depth chart. Nobody outside of Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker are worth considering from this passing game.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16925 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:02:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16925 All options are being explored

#49ers WR Ricky Pearsall is dealing with knee swelling related to the PCL injury he suffered last year. Team says “all options” are being explored and there is some “concern." (Nick Wagoner on X)

FF Today's Take: Pearsall has had trouble staying on the field during the first two years of his career which has seen him play in 20 games. His knee issue from last year is still giving him problems which doesn't bode well for his fantasy outlook in 2026. With Christian Kirk currently sidelined due to a calf strain, they hype on rookie De'Zhaun Stribling will be in full force while we wait for the 49ers to decide on Pearsall's treatment plan.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16926 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:20:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16926 Foot injury

#Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. (foot) has been cleared and will do individual work today but team will ramp him up so no team work initially. Same for CB Christian Braswell. (Ryan O'Halloran on X)

FF Today's Take: It's a good sign for Rodriguez that he didn't begin camp on the PUP list, but he'll be limited to individual work and hopefully ramp up to team drills in the coming days. He'll be fighting for touches in the Jaguars backfield this season along with Bhayshul Tuten with Tuten currently being the preferred fantasy option.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16924 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:07:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16924 "I want Fernando and Aidan to push him"

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak announced Tuesday that four-time Pro Bowl selection Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback over first overall pick Fernando Mendoza to begin training camp. From the beginning, Kubiak has shared his belief of having a young quarterback play and learn behind a veteran instead of being handed the keys to the offense right away. (ESPN)

FF Today's Take: The organization has been committed to the veteran first approach at the quarterback position so this announcement isn't a surprise. Expect Mendoza to get some first team reps at camp but all signs point to Cousins being the Week 1 starter. The real question is, how long does he hold onto the starting job. We currently are projecting Mendoza to play more games than Cousins this season, but both quarterbacks are off the redraft league radar in 1QB leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16923 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:57:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16923 Ankle injury

Alec Pierce, who is moving into a much larger role as Indy's #1 WR, was placed on the PUP list to start camp by the #colts. He's recovering from ankle surgery that took place in March and had a 4-6 month recovery. (James Palmer on X)

FF Today's Take: We figured this would happen. Pierce can be removed the list at any point during camp. HC Shane Steichen indicated a few days ago that Pierce will "get ramped up during training camp." Being paid like a true No.1 receiver, we're expecting Pierce's role to grow in the offense this season. However, missing minicamp and a portion of training camp could lead to a slow start once the regular season begins.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16922 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:41:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16922 One-year deal

Arizona and QB Jacoby Brissett, who skipped most of the team’s off-season program as he requested a new deal, reached agreement today on a reworked contract. Brissett will sign a one-year, $15.5 million guaranteed deal worth up to $21 million with incentives, per source. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: Brissett was scheduled to make roughly $5 million this season but wanted a new deal after his status elevated to the Week 1 starter. Even with this new deal, it won't be surprising if other quarterbacks on the roster (Gardner Minshew, Carson Beck) get starting opportunities at some point during the season. Arizona is projected for around 5 wins and has one of the most difficult schedules in the league based on opponent projected win totals.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16921 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:37:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16921 Achilles injury

The 49ers placed the following on the active/PUP list at the opening of training camp today: TE George Kittle (Achilles) DE Mykel Williams (ACL) RB Isaac Guerendo (pec) DT Alfred Collins (shoulder) The 49ers released DT Evan Anderson. (Matt Maiocco on X)

FF Today's Take: Kittle along with the rest of the players mentioned above are eligible to come off the PUP list at anytime. Speaking yesterday, GM John Lynch said: "He's doing everything possible to be ready for week one. And we're thrilled with his progress." The 49ers play in Australia Week 1, so it wouldn't be a shock to see him miss that game even if he's mostly ready to suit up. We'll be monitoring his status throughout camp.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16920 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:19:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16920 Recovering from 2025 knee injury

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is not expected to begin training camp on the physically unable to perform list, a source told ESPN. It's a step in the right direction following a serious knee injury last year. Veterans are scheduled to report Tuesday. Coach John Harbaugh said recently on "The Domonique Foxworth Show" that there was "optimism" with Nabers and running back Cam Skattebo. Both suffered season-ending injuries last year. (ESPN)

FF Today's Take: This is a good sign for Nabers getting back on the field early in camp but it still remains to be seen if he'll be ready for Week 1. Nabers had a second surgery this off-season for scar tissue removal and the Giants want to ease him back into practice. Nabers is currently hovering around the WR14 range in PPR leagues.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16919 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:12:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16919 Recovering from off-season knee surgery

Seahawks placed RB Zach Charbonnet on the physically unable to perform list as he continues to make his way back from offseason knee surgery. (Adam Schefter on X)

FF Today's Take: We knew this was coming for Charbonnet who injured his knee in mid-January. He's expected to miss camp and likely at least the first four regular season games and potentially return late in the season. In the meantime rookie Jadarian Price, George Holani and Emanuel Wilson are expected to get the work at running back with Price being biggest fantasy asset of the bunch.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16918 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:47:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16918 Had surgery last year for a herniated disc

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta was fully cleared for training camp earlier this month, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Tuesday. LaPorta, 25, underwent a microdiscectomy last season to repair a fully herniated disk. Veteran players on the Lions are scheduled to report to training camp next week. (ESPN)

FF Today's Take: LaPorta played in just nine games last season before being shelved due to a back injury. Being cleared for camp next week will likely help his ADP rise a few spots in the coming days. He's currently the TE7 in PPR leagues going around pick 90.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16917 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:31:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16917 31-year-old RB wants to retire as a Saint

Alvin Kamara and the Saints are finalizing a new deal. (Nick Underhill on X)

FF Today's Take: Kamara's time in New Orleans seemed in limbo this off-season as the team brought in Travis Etienne to be it's featured back. This will likely be a pay cut for Kamara (31) when the details are announced and he'll likely have a diminished role in 2026. He'll be a better option in PPR leagues and should get plenty of third down work as long as he remains healthy. He finished as the RB35 in PPR leagues last season among all RBs playing in at least eight games.]]> https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16916 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:11:00 GMT https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16916