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Giants | Several WRs battling for key backup jobs Sun Jul 19, 05:30 PM
New York Giants WRs Calvin Austin III, Isaiah Hodgins and JuJu Smith-Schuster are battling to serve as backups to the top three starting WRs Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton and Darnell Mooney. Rookie draft pick WR Malachi Fields is also expected to be either third or fourth on the depth chart. WR Odell Beckham Jr. was brought in trying to rekindle his career, so he is also in the mix.
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Giants | Malachi Fields could supplant veteran Sun Jul 19, 05:25 PM
New York Giants WR Malachi Fields is considered a wild card to start opposite WR Malik Nabers, with veteran WR Darnell Mooney expected to be in the slot. WR Darius Slayton returns, and he is a downfield threat, but he also has had trouble with drops in the past.
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Giants | Odell Beckham Jr. will be role player Sun Jul 19, 05:17 PM
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. being back with the team has generated a lot of buzz with the fans, but he is not expected to be the same kind of playmaker as he was during his first stint with the organization.
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Seahawks | Number of candidates for reserve WR role Sun Jul 19, 03:20 PM
Seattle Seahawks WRs Irvin Charles, Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Cody White and Ricky White III are all candidates for the sixth receiver role, should the organization carry that many wideouts. WR Dareke Young (Raiders) filled that role as a gunner and special teams stalwart, but it's uncertain if the team will elect to go that route. Henderson might be the most proven special teams player for his good work at the University of Kansas in 2025.
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Seattle Seahawks WR Jake Bobo is projected to be the fifth receiver on the 53-man roster, especially since the organization matched a two-year, $5.5 million offer sheet from the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Seahawks | Rasheed Shahid has developed rapport with QB Sun Jul 19, 03:08 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Rashid Shaheed could be poised for a big step forward as a receiver in 2026 after showing growing rapport with QB Sam Darnold during spring workouts.
| Footballguys view: Shaheed will be the #2 passing game option after Jaxon Smith-Njigba and should be a target in best ball leagues with his deep speed and big play ability. Shaheed would be the #1 beneficiary if defenses decide to make Darnold to throw to someone other than Smith-Njigba and devote double coverage to him more often this season. |
Ravens | Cortez Braham Jr. faces uphill climb Sun Jul 19, 01:15 PM
Baltimore Ravens WR Cortez Braham Jr. faces an uphill climb for a spot on the 53-man roster in training camp and the preseason due to a crowded receivers' room. At 6-foot-2 and 203 pounds, he is a big target, but with WRs Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman as starters, and WRs Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt drafted with expectations, Braham has tough odds to crack through. Holdover WRs Devontez Walker and LaJohntay Wester are also obstacles for the undrafted rookie.
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Texans | Nico Collins explains limited workload Sun Jul 19, 01:07 PM
Houston Texans WR Nico Collins was limited in minicamp, working on the side, but he said Sunday, July 19, that it was not due to any kind of injury. The coaching staff and general manager were simply holding him back as a precaution, and trying to get him ready for training camp.
| Footballguys view: We'll be watching to make sure Collins isn't limited to begin camp, but there's no reason that he would be assuming the Texans are being honest here. Tank Dell's comeback from a catastrophic 2024 leg injury will be the big camp story at wide receiver for Houston. |
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Seahawks | Two SEA rookies cleared for training camp Sun Jul 19, 11:07 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. (undisclosed) and DB Andre Fuller (undisclosed) were both recently placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list to begin training camp but were immediately removed after passing physicals.
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Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman is coming off a disappointing 2025 season, but general manager Eric DeCosta said he expects Bateman to have a productive season in 2026 and is excited to see him in offensive coordinator Declan Doyle's system.
| Footballguys view: Last summer, the Ravens signed Bateman to a three-year, $36.75 million contract extension. They did not get their money's worth, as Bateman struggled through an ankle injury and finished with a career-low 224 receiving yards. If the Ravens can get Bateman back to producing as he did in 2024, when he had career-highs of 756 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, that would bring back an explosive element in Baltimore's new offense. Given Bateman's WR93 ADP, fantasy investors aren't expecting the rebound. |
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Eagles | Makai Lemon a full go Sat Jul 18, 12:24 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Makai Lemon (hamstring) said he is back at full strength ahead of training camp.
| Footballguys view: As SBNation noted, with A.J. Brown in New England, Lemon has a clear path to playing the No. 2 role behind DeVonta Smith in an Eagles offense that will have more timing throws (and under-center snaps) for quarterback Jalen Hurts under new coordinator Sean Mannion. The 2026 first-rounder dealt with the hamstring issue throughout the Eagles' offseason program, but he'll work without restrictions once training camp opens. With a WR40 ADP, Lemon is a solid speculative play based on anticipated workload. But he'll need to earn his spot ahead of Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, and Elijah Moore. |
Giants | Darnell Mooney to man the slot? Sat Jul 18, 12:19 AM
New York Giants WR Darnell Mooney is expected to be the starting slot receiver after WR Wan'Dale Robinson signed with the Tennessee Titans in free agency.
| Footballguys view: Losing Wan'Dale Robinson, who emerged as one of the better slot receivers in the league, is tough, but New York replaced him with a very reliable slot option in Mooney. While he had a down year in Atlanta last season, Mooney has two seasons right around the 1,000-yard mark under his belt. With a WR82 ADP, Mooney is likely to be available on your waiver wire after the season opens. |
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Seahawks | Tory Horton expected at camp Sat Jul 18, 12:15 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Tory Horton (shin) is expected to be a participant once training camp starts. He missed offseason workouts because of his shin injury.
| Footballguys view: Horton burst onto the scene early in the 2025 season by catching a touchdown in three of his first five games. In the final game of his rookie season, Horton caught four passes for 48 yards and two touchdowns. But Rashid Shaheed had a strong offseason, and the Seahawks gave him a new contract with the expectation that he'll produce more than he did after his arrival last year. According to SI.com, Seattle needs somebody to complement Jaxon Smith-Njigba, whose target share of nearly 36% last season was the highest of any player since 2012. |
Patriots | Drake Maye already has chemistry with A.J. Brown Fri Jul 17, 03:17 PM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is looking to build chemistry with WR A.J. Brown during training camp and hints 'there's already some there for me.'
| Footballguys view: Brown didn't join the Patriots until June, so he didn't get much time to work with Maye before the end of the offseason program. So it's nice to learn that there was still enough time for the star wideout to make a positive impression on his new teammate. As PFT's Josh Alper noted, the Patriots were willing to wait to make the trade for Brown because they think he and Maye will take the offense beyond where it was with Stefon Diggs as their top receiver in 2025. Fantasy investors also believe. Brown has risen to WR8 in current ADP. |
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Steelers | Michael Pittman Jr. a steady option Fri Jul 17, 01:02 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. is one of ten receivers to record at least 60 receptions in each of the past five seasons, and his 357 receptions over the last four seasons rank sixth in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: The Steelers' wideouts were among the league's least productive units in 2025, combining for 136 receptions (ranking 31st), 1,716 receiving yards (29th), and 76 first downs (30th). Some added firepower could help. A six-year veteran, Pittman, who has 357 receptions over the past four seasons, is a significant WR2 upgrade from a season ago. The Steelers' last wide receiver with 60 receptions in a season was George Pickens in 2023. Pittman, who has finished no worse than a fantasy WR3 in his five NFL seasons, is being drafted as WR41. |
Cowboys | George Pickens produced big plays Fri Jul 17, 01:01 AM
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens tied the franchise's single season record with five games of 125-plus receiving yards in 2025, and his 10.4 yards per target ranked second in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: While CeeDee Lamb attracts a lot of attention from defenses, Pickens broke out in 2025 with 93 catches, 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns. His 10.4 yards per target ranked second in the NFL, and his 2.27 yards after first contact per possession topped all receivers with 100 or more targets. For his career, Pickens averages 16.0 yards per catch. He's currently being drafted as WR10, four spots behind Lamb. |
Patriots | Kayshon Boutte on the block Thu Jul 16, 01:46 PM
New England Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte was available in exchange for a fifth-round pick during the 2026 NFL Draft, and there is a good chance he is moved at some point, in the opinion of SI.com's Albert Breer.
| Footballguys view: While Boutte sticking around after the Patriots acquired Romeo Doubs in free agency and A.J. Brown in a trade with the Eagles would give the team one of the best receiver rooms in the NFL, it would obviously limit Boutte's opportunities. He'd be the No. 3 option, at best. That's a bad situation for a player hoping to run up the stat sheet and maximize his value after fulfilling the final year of his rookie contract. The Commanders have been mentioned as a possible suitor as they hunt for a WR2. We'll be watching for more. |
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Cowboys | CeeDee Lamb dealt with drops Thu Jul 16, 12:40 AM
Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb's eight drops were tied for the second most in the NFL last season.
| Footballguys view: Lamb is coming off his worst statistical season since his 2020 rookie campaign. He dealt with an early-season ankle issue and never quite took off, finishing with 1,077 yards and three touchdowns. Usually an after-the-catch standout, his 322 yards after the catch were down for his standards, too. But Lamb is still a game breaker. His 571 receptions are the fifth most in the NFL since 2020 and already the third most in Cowboys history, as he passed Dez Bryant last season. Based on his WR6 ADP, fantasy investors are in on a Lamb rebound. |
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Lions | Impressive streak for Amon-Ra St. Brown Thu Jul 16, 12:37 AM
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is the only player with at least 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdown catches in each of the past three seasons.
| Footballguys view: He also became the fourth player in NFL history to top 100 receptions and 10 touchdown catches in three straight seasons. His WR3 total points finish (he was WR4 in points per game) was the fourth straight season he's been a top-ten fantasy wide receiver. Can he keep it going? St. Brown enjoyed a career-high target share in 2025 (31.6 percent), which helped him to 13 top-20 fantasy outings. With no major additions at wideout or tight end, expect Jared Goff to continue looking St. Brown's way consistently. |
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Rams | Puka Nacua no stranger to big games Thu Jul 16, 12:36 AM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua's eight games with at least 150 receiving yards are tied for the most by a player in their first three NFL seasons.
| Footballguys view: Nacua's 668 yards after catch also led all receivers last season, while 80 of his catches went for first downs. He caught 77.2% of his targets, symbolizing his incredible consistency. As ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler suggests, Nacua is the classic plays-faster-than-his-time guy. He ran a 4.57-second 40-yard dash coming out of BYU, but Nacua accelerates through receptions to maximize his speed better than anyone. Expect Nacua, a 2027 free agent, to have another huge season while he seeks a new contract. He has dealt with off-field concerns this offseason, but he still appears to be in the Rams' long-term plans. |
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase the best at big plays Thu Jul 16, 12:35 AM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase's 19 touchdowns of 40-plus yards since 2021 are six more than any other player during that span.
| Footballguys view: This isn't a surprise. Chase's 6,837 receiving yards are the second most by any player within his first five seasons in NFL history, trailing only former LSU teammate Justin Jefferson. His 29 receptions against press coverage topped the NFL in 2025, highlighting his response when challenged at the line. Chase has finished four of his five NFL campaigns no lower than fifth in fantasy points per game -- the exception was 11th in 2023. Of course, Joe Burrow was limited to 10 games that season. Chase's WR1 ADP is hard to argue against. |
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Cowboys | Deadline passes for George Pickens Thu Jul 16, 12:23 AM
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens will play on his one-year tender offer after the deadline for a long-term contract for tagged players passed Wednesday, July 15.
| Footballguys view: This was an expected conclusion after the Cowboys announced before the NFL draft in April that they did not plan to hold talks on a long-term contract with Pickens. The former Steeler has already signed his franchise tender, putting him under contract for the 2026 season. He said last month that he was prepared to play this season on that tag. Last year, his first season in Dallas, Pickens delivered the best year of his career, establishing career highs in catches (93), yards (1,429), and touchdowns (9). He's being drafted as WR10. |
Commanders | WAS unlikely to consider Keenan Allen Thu Jul 16, 12:22 AM
Free-agent WR Keenan Allen (Chargers) does not appear to be a target for the Washington Commanders, according to ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler.
| Footballguys view: According to Fowler, the Commanders are looking for a speed guy. Allen is more of a slot guy. That's not really what Washington needs. The Commanders can play rookie Antonio Williams in the slot, as well as Luke McCaffrey. General manager Adam Peters doesn't need to rush to make a decision. But Stefon Diggs, the top candidate for the Commanders, could land with a new team before training camp. Another option is Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. He's reportedly available after New England's offseason additions of A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs. |
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Jaguars | Travis Hunter bulks up Wed Jul 15, 04:47 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter said he added muscle during the offseason but would not specify how much bigger he is entering training camp.
| Footballguys view: Pictures from the Jaguars' media circulated yesterday showing Hunter looking noticeably larger than last year, and many social media accounts were quick to point out the difference. Hunter, who many knocked for his slight frame coming into the league, confirmed what our eyes showed us. After a season-ending LCL injury, bulking up could help his long-term durability. Just as it was last offseason, the conversation around Hunter is focused on his projected role, where fantasy managers aren't sure how much he'll play on offense. He's falling deep into drafts, going off the board as the WR62. He might be frustrating in managed leagues, but his play-making ability and big-play upside make him a tantalizing late pick in best ball drafts. |
Bills | Skyler Bell could earn early role Wed Jul 15, 04:09 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Skyler Bell has a chance to move in front of WR Joshua Palmer and WR Keon Coleman on the depth chart if he has a strong preseason, in the opinion of BillsWire's Justin DiLoro.
| Footballguys view: It's easy to speculate about Day 3 rookies climbing the depth chart during the slow part of the offseason. More often than not, however, those hype trains derail once camp opens. Bell is a good receiver, cut from the same cloth as DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir. He's a dynamic mover who is aggressive at the catch point and with the ball in his hands. Coleman and Palmer have both been disappointing in Buffalo, which could make Bell worth a look in deep leagues. He's a name to know and watch in training camp, but there are probably better bets to make in the final rounds of fantasy drafts until he starts getting legitimate buzz when pads are on. |
Dolphins | Jalen Tolbert emerging as top target Wed Jul 15, 01:32 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Jalen Tolbert is emerging as the top target of QB Malik Willis heading into training camp, according to the Sun Sentinel's David Furones.
| Footballguys view: Tolbert brings a specialized skill that has caught our attention in the past. Most notably, a breakout 2024 season, when he caught 49 passes for 610 yards and seven touchdowns for the Cowboys. All seven of his receiving touchdowns came in the red zone, tied for the fifth-most among wide receivers that season. As Athlon's Doug Farrar suggested, Tolbert may have been a No. 2 or No. 3 receiver on other rosters, but opportunity knocks in Miami. That's why the reported connection with Willis is worth noting. So is the fact that Tolbert is being drafted as WR99. |
Bills | Buffalo claims Quentin Skinner off waivers Tue Jul 14, 05:05 PM
Former New York Jets WR Quentin Skinner was claimed off waivers by the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday, July 14. The Bills also terminated the contract of WR Deven Thompkins.
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49ers | Commanders not acquiring Brandon Aiyuk 'at this stage' Tue Jul 14, 01:42 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is expected to stay with the team and not be traded to the Washington Commanders 'at this stage,' according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
| Footballguys view: For months, we've been hearing about the Commanders making a move to land a receiver to complement Terry McLaurin. Aiyuk has been the player most frequently mentioned. Aiyuk's college quarterback at Arizona State was Daniels, but that connection won't spur a reunion. While Aiyuk is likely out of the picture, the Commanders may still be able to upgrade their receiving corps before training camp kicks off. One name who's still out there is Stefon Diggs, and he's coming off his seventh 1,000-yard season in the past eight years. |
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Lions | Isaac TeSlaa stronger, more athletic Tue Jul 14, 10:21 AM
Detroit Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa is stronger and more athletic heading into his second year, according to wide receivers coach Scottie Montgomery. 'He's done a good job of going and getting the football since he's been here and then now at the top of his breaks, they're so much cleaner,' Montgomery said 'He's so much stronger. What I like to do is I like to watch where we were, especially from an athleticism standpoint, to where he is now. It's not even close.'
| Footballguys view: Short-area quickness is valuable in the Lions' offense; it's part of why Amon-Ra St. Brown has been one of the most consistent receivers since joining the league in 2021. TeSlaa's bigger, but if he can mix his size with a faster get-off, he's going to attract more looks from Jared Goff on Sundays. TeSlaa's impact was limited as a rookie. Still, he finished strong with 12 catches, 174 yards, and four touchdowns in the final six games of the season. A stronger, faster, and smarter version of what we saw last year could lead to a more robust role. |
NFL | Several teams interested in Stefon Diggs Tue Jul 14, 12:33 AM
Free-agent WR Stefon Diggs (Patriots) has received interest from at least five teams leading up to the start of training camps.
| Footballguys view: The identities of the clubs that are considering Diggs are unknown, though the Ravens, Chiefs, and Commanders have been mentioned as rumored suitors during the spring. Although he admits he's probably no longer a top-tier wide receiver, Diggs also apparently is confident that he is better than any team's current No. 2 target. It's a fair argument after he produced 1,000 yards in New England coming off an ACL tear and playing about 55% of the snaps. He feels like he can be even better due to offseason training with no injury concern. We'll be watching for more. |
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Jets | Quentin Skinner cut from IR Mon Jul 13, 05:22 PM
New York Jets WR Quentin Skinner (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, July 13.
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Broncos | More 1-on-1 coverage for Courtland Sutton? Mon Jul 13, 12:40 AM
Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton could benefit from more one-on-one matchups thanks to the addition of WR Jaylen Waddle, while TE Evan Engram also is in the mix to stretch defenses. 'Courtland is an elite playmaker, so anytime you have a playmaker on the other side of you, it just makes it easy,' Waddle said. 'It's someone that the defense has to be looking for, and vice versa.'
| Footballguys view: Sutton will undoubtedly remain one of Bo Nix's go-to targets, but with target competition from Waddle. While that's not ideal, Sutton, who finished as WR14 last year and WR11 the year before, has fallen to WR36, being drafted in the sixth round (75th overall). At the very least, Sutton will continue to be a major presence in the red zone and as a chain-mover on third downs for the franchise. Those have been valuable mainstays for him throughout his career and could allow him to outperform ADP this year. |
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Broncos | Pleased with Jaylen Waddle so far Mon Jul 13, 12:35 AM
Denver Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle has impressed head coach Sean Payton and the coaching staff since being acquired from the Miami Dolphins. 'He's someone who picks things up real quick,' Payton said in June. 'You can just feel his instincts, his quickness and his ability to not only run fast but stop fast. So, he's doing well.' Payton added that catering to each receiver's unique skill set will be critical in 2026.
| Footballguys view: Waddle has been one of the league's most explosive playmakers over the last several seasons, and his 15.0 yards per reception since 2022 are the third-most in the NFL. He also led the league with 18.1 yards per reception in 2022. QB Bo Nix believes Waddle's speed and efficiency could unlock new opportunities for Denver's offense. "There's a level of explosiveness that a guy like that adds," Nix explained. "You just can't replace speed. That's just what he brings to the table." With a WR23 APD, Waddle could be a significant value. |
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49ers | Trent Taylor retires Sun Jul 12, 11:15 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Trent Taylor announced his retirement Saturday, July 11.
| Footballguys view: As far as Day 3 picks go, Taylor had a long career, getting drafted in 2017 and playing through 2024. After spotty use as a receiver to start his career, Taylor carved out a role as a special-teams player. He's been mostly uninvolved on offense since his rookie season, meaning his retirement has no impact on fantasy football. |
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Commanders | WAS could have committee at No. 2 receiver Sat Jul 11, 01:57 PM
Washington Commanders WRs Luke McCaffrey, Jaylin Lane and Treylon Burks are expected to be candidates for the No. 2 wide receiver job during training camp, but the team may use a committee at the position this upcoming season, in the opinion of Commanders.com's Zach Selby.
| Footballguys view: Terry McLaurin is the obvious top receiver here, but the lack of a clear WR2 could make Chig Okonkwo an interesting sleeper to target at tight end. Okonkwo has elite speed and has proven capable as a receiver. He's expected to get some of the manufactured touches vacated by Deebo Samuel. And as far as the WR2 battle goes, rookie Antonio Williams is another name to watch throughout camp. |
Bears | Kalif Raymond may have solid role Sat Jul 11, 12:28 AM
Chicago Bears WR Kalif Raymond has a chance to have a solid role in the passing game if he can build a connection with QB Caleb Williams and if either WR Rome Odunze or WR Luther Burden III struggle during training camp, in the opinion of BearsWire's Mike Pendleton. Raymond is familiar with head coach Ben Johnson's offensive system since they worked together with the Detroit Lions.
| Footballguys view: If Odunze or Burden struggle in camp, the Bears have much bigger problems that Raymond probably can't fix. However, Raymond spent years working with Ben Johnson in Detroit, and the familiarity there could help him see the field. Still, with a young nucleus of Odunze, Burden, and Colston Loveland, the Bears probably aren't prioritizing Raymond as much more than a rotational receiver and special-teams player. |
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Cowboys | George Pickens working out with teammates Fri Jul 10, 04:27 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens is working out with QB Dak Prescott and other offensive teammates in Utah, according to DLLS Sports' Clarence Hill Jr.
| Footballguys view: There was some early offseason concern about Pickens not playing on his franchise tag, but that doesn't appear to be an issue anymore. He was at OTAs and is practicing with teammates before training camp. Entering his age-25 season, another strong campaign could set him up for a monstrous contract in 2026. Pickens was a steady WR1 with Dallas last year, and could hopefully pick up where he left off. He's being drafted at the 2/3 turn in fantasy drafts, a fair cost given his upside. |
Bills | Brandin Cooks hopes to return Thu Jul 9, 04:07 PM
Free-agent WR Brandin Cooks (Bills) said he wants to re-sign with the Buffalo Bills.
| Footballguys view: Cooks was largely a non-factor last year with Buffalo, and his lack of involvement was probably a motivator to trade for DJ Moore. He understandably wants to return. But going into what would be his age-33 season, Cooks' days as an NFL receiver may be behind him. |
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Commanders | Dyami Brown could be a deep-threat in the offense Thu Jul 9, 03:09 PM
Washington Commanders WR Dyami Brown could emerge as a reliable deep-threat for the team in their offense after joining them this offseason, according to ESPN's Aaron Schatz.
| Footballguys view: After a year in Jacksonville, Brown will return to the team that drafted him. He and Treylon Brooks should compete for the role of field stretcher, with Terry McLaurin serving as the X and Chig Okonkwo as the primary underneath target. If the Commanders' offense can return to its 2024 form with a healthy Jayden Daniels, there's theoretical upside for Brown. But he'd likely need a strong camp to get on the fantasy radar. |
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49ers | De'Zhaun Stribling could make an impact Thu Jul 9, 01:26 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR De'Zhaun Stribling was labeled as a non-starter to know by ESPN's Aaron Schatz. He credited Stribling's yards after the catch potential in Kyle Shanahan's offense.
| Footballguys view: Stribling will have a chance to earn a starting role with Jauan Jennings now in Minnesota. Stribling is a fantastic blocker, and that alone could lead to snaps. Mike Evans and Ricky Pearsall are likely atop the depth chart to start the season, but Stribling was selected with the 33rd overall pick, clearly signaling plans for him. And Evans and Pearsall have struggled to stay healthy. Stribling is falling deep into drafts this year and has enough injury-away contingent upside to make him an alluring target. |
Cardinals | Jacoby Brissett hosts workout Thu Jul 9, 11:29 AM
Arizona Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett hosted a private workout with skill-position players including WR Marvin Harrison Jr. and TE Trey McBride. Brissett missed organized team activities due to a contract dispute.
| Footballguys view: Brissett and the Cardinals are still at a standstill over an extension, but the players clearly view him as the starting quarterback. The Cardinals' quarterback room could remain fluid this year, with Carson Beck and Gardner Minshew both vying for starts. However, Brissett took this offense to new heights last year, and fantasy managers should hope he ends up as the Week 1 starter. |
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Jaguars | Travis Hunter on track for camp Wed Jul 8, 08:22 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter (knee) will be a 'full go' for training camp, according to Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network.
| Footballguys view: Hunter was limited through OTAs while returning from last year's torn LCL, so this is great news. The big question for fantasy managers has been regarding his deployment on both sides of the ball. NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe stated yesterday that he expects Hunter to be a full-time defensive player, and the Jaguars' offseason moves signal as much. Hunter has contingent upside as a late-round target in fantasy drafts, and we'll hope for more information on his role throughout training camp. |
Bills | Tyrell Shavers a PUP candidate Wed Jul 8, 02:16 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Tyrell Shavers (knee) is a candidate to start the regular season on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list, in the opinion of Syracuse.com's Matt Parrino and Ryan Talbot.
| Footballguys view: Shavers tore his ACL during the team's Wild Card victory against the Jaguars and could be heading for a redshirt season. In 2025, Shavers stepped into a larger role with the Bills after making the team's 53-man roster at the end of training camp. He appeared in all 17 games during the regular season, recording 23 catches for 245 yards and a touchdown. |
Texans | Jaylin Noel poised for larger role in 2026 Tue Jul 7, 02:49 PM
Houston Texans WR Jaylin Noel could take on a larger role in the offense if WR Tank Dell (knee) is not back to 100%. He could find himself earning the team's slot receiver role, according to ESPN's Aaron Schatz.
| Footballguys view: Schatz contends that Noel's 4.38-second 40-yard dash speed shows that he can be a serious threat, but he is also good at finding holes in zones. Noel had 26 catches for 292 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie. Expect him to be available on your waiver wire after the season begins. |
Seahawks | Rashid Shaheed could emerge as the team's WR2 Tue Jul 7, 02:37 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Rashid Shaheed could emerge as the team's WR2 in 2026, according to ESPN's Seth Walder.
| Footballguys view: While Shaheed delivered a kick return touchdown in the playoffs, his receiving production after he was traded to Seattle was lower than expected. Shaheed recorded 1.8 yards per route run with the Saints in the first half of 2025 but only 1.1 with Seattle, postseason included. Still, with a full offseason as a Seahawk, Walder believes Shaheed could be a productive No. 2 option behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba. With a WR56 ADP and 11th-round price, taking a chance on him as your WR5 isn't cost-prohibitive. |
Eagles | Hollywood Brown to have 'a role' in the offense Tue Jul 7, 02:18 PM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Hollywood Brown is expected to have 'a role' in the team's offense in 2026, according to ESPN's Aaron Schatz.
| Footballguys view: Schatz acknowledges that Brown is not going to start, but the 2019 first-rounder will get opportunities in his first season with the Eagles. Last season, he had 49 catches in Kansas City for 587 yards and five touchdowns, and his average of 12.0 yards per reception was his highest since 2020. DeVonta Smith, rookie Makai Lemon, and Dontayvion Wicks are likely ahead of Brown on the depth chart, so consistent weekly production seems unlikely. Brown's ADP, he's WR107, reflects that. |
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Cardinals | Kendrick Bourne on track for solid role Tue Jul 7, 12:09 AM
Arizona Cardinals WR Kendrick Bourne is expected to be the No. 3 receiver for the Cardinals this upcoming season.
| Footballguys view: Bourne enters his 10th NFL season and his first with the Cardinals. He has 313 career receptions for 4,008 yards in stints with the 49ers and Patriots, and his best season was in 2021 in New England, when he caught 55 passes for 800 yards and five touchdowns. Now almost 31 years old, can he produce at the level the Cardinals need from their No. 3 receiver, although he will be No. 4 among pass catchers, as tight end Trey McBride is one of the top targets. |
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Commanders | Jayden Daniels sours on Brandon Aiyuk Sun Jul 5, 04:29 PM
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, and embattled San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk, apparently have had a beef on social media. Aiyuk wanted to play with his former Arizona State teammate, as he has had a very public contract dispute with his current team. It was thought he would eventually land in Washington, the only team to show any remote interest in him, but after Aiyuk insulted Daniels' mother, who is also his agent, that landing spot might no longer be in the cards. 'Enjoy retirement, pal,' Daniels posted on social media, tagging Aiyuk, before pulling it down later.
| Footballguys view: This recent Aiyuk saga has been impossible to predict at nearly every step. His near-daily social media posts about being a Commander drew some attention from Jayden Daniels, but the engagement quickly escalated into a public altercation. The 49ers still possess Aiyuk's contract and have been eerily quiet about him publicly. The speculation about him going to Washington seemed to be entirely pushed by Aiyuk himself. George Kittle recently said of Aiyuk, "I watched him run over 22 miles an hour and stop on a dime. So, he's still got it, or at least that was a year, eight months ago." Still just 28, the off-field issues are beginning to outweigh what upside he could bring to the field. Aiyuk and Daniels are reported to have unfollowed each other on social media, likely closing the door on a trade to the Commanders. |
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Raiders | Jack Bech could take another step in 2026 Sun Jul 5, 03:34 PM
Las Vegas Raiders WR Jack Bech, picked in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, could be a big part of the offense in 2026. He showed signs in the last few games of his rookie campaign, and head coach Klint Kubiak is looking to unlock and unleash Bech. He is putting the receiver in positions to make plays and be successful. He reportedly had a strong showing in organized team activities (OTAs), too.
| Footballguys view: Bech is a bit older of a prospect, turning 25 this year, his second in the league. The hope when the Raiders drafted him was that he'd make an immediate impact, but he failed to do much in his rookie season. With a new coaching staff and a thin receiver room, where Jalen Nailor and Tre Tucker are his primary competition, Bech will have a chance to establish a large role this season. He's not someone worth heavily targeting in fantasy drafts right now, but he's a name to watch throughout camp. |
NFL | DeAndre Hopkins still hopes to join contender Sun Jul 5, 01:40 PM
Free-agent WR DeAndre Hopkins (Ravens) remains hopeful of joining a contender for the 2026 season, but he won't race to join an organization. 'I still got a lot ball left,' Hopkins said. 'I know in my position, I'm a utility guy. I'm a special situation kind of guy. I can go out there and beat anybody one on one at any time, but as of lately, I've been a third-down guy. I wasn't used in the red zone last year. But (on) third down, they're gonna put D-Hop in, they're gonna come to me. I don't think that'll change anytime soon.'
| Footballguys view: Self-awareness is an important trait, and Hopkins has it. Now 34 years old, he isn't the every-down WR1 he once was. But he's got a bag of tricks he can reach into in a pinch, and he still has massive hands and tenacity to come down with contested catches. Coming off a season with just 330 yards, his fantasy-relevant days are likely behind him. But he can find a path to being a situational contributor in the right offense. |
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