Fantasy Football News

Colts HC Shane Steichen called WR Josh Downs "a tremendous football player" and said he's "trying to find different ways to get him the ball." Boosting Downs' playing time would be a good place to start. WR Michael Pittman's departure leaves behind a big opportunity.

Patriots WR Kyle Williams has been buried on the depth chart early in training camp, according to The Boston Herald's Andrew Callahan. Williams got no work with QB Drake Maye on Tuesday, per Callahan, trailing WRs A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins, Efton Chism, and Demario Douglas. Woof.

Dolphins HC Jeff Hafley confirmed that RB De’Von Achane won’t have any restrictions at the start of training camp. The 24-year-old sat out team drills in offseason practices following shoulder surgery.

49ers rookie WR De’Zhaun Stribling was a surprise pick at 33rd overall. Early in camp, though, he’s already earning the trust of QB Brock Purdy. “The way he runs routes, the detail of it … obviously, we’re coaching him up on some stuff and whatnot, but more than anything, he’s come in and understands the route depth, the details, the alignments in our offense. And all those things are really tough for rookies. It’s not easy. It’s a whole other language.”

Dolphins WR Chris Bell had ACL surgery in December but appears close to returning. HC Jeff Hafley said Bell is "not very far away," per Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post, and seemed to put the timeline closer to weeks than months. Bell already completed the Dolphins conditioning test and will be running at the start of camp.

Colts WR Alec Pierce had ankle surgery in March that has placed him on the physically unable to perform list to start training camp. The designation isn’t a surprise after the surgery, but worth noting that Pierce could miss a chunk (if not all) of training camp. He currently is working off a reported 4-to-6-month recovery timeline, so the start of the season is still in some doubt. Missing Pierce would be a big blow to the Colts' offense after giving him a new 4-year, $114 million contract.

The Lions have announced that starting safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph will both open training camp on the physically unable to perform list. Branch is working back from the Achilles' tear that ended his 2025 season in early December. Joseph missed 11 games last year while dealing with a nagging knee injury. He's apparently not over it yet.

Colts second-round LB CJ Allen is opening training camp on the physically unable to perform list. Allen reportedly suffered a calf injury in a recent workout that's not expected to keep him out long.

Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. reportedly rolled his left ankle over the weekend. There's scant reporting so far, which seems to indicate it's not too serious. But it'll bear watching.

The Chargers appear headed for a TE rotation that could sap the fantasy value of all three members. Oronde Gadsden carries plenty of long-term intrigue after a nice debut as a fifth-round rookie. But the team added Charlie Kolar on a three-year deal with an $8.1 million average in free agency, followed by David Njoku arriving on a one-year, $3 million pact.

The Packers have placed TE Tucker Kraft on the PUP list as he continues to recover from a Week 9 ACL tear.

49ers WR Christian Kirk missed the second day of training camp after straining his calf on Day 1, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC. His absence could give rookie second-round WR De’Zhaun Stribling more early camp work. The 49ers signed Kirk to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million this offseason.

Colts QB Daniel Jones confirmed on the Pat McAfee show that he's been fully cleared for training camp and will fully participate when camp opens this week. Jones has been working his way back from an Achilles injury he suffered last December. Jones' full participation in training camp means he should be ready for the start of the season.

Ravens HC Jesse Minter made it clear that WR Zay Flowers will be a focal point of new OC Declan Doyle's offense. "I look forward to him getting the ball in as many ways as possible," Minter said. "The more that guy touches the ball, the better we'll be. When you talk about coaches having a vision and a plan, I think our offensive coaches have a great plan and vision for maximizing the best players – Zay certainly being one of those guys."

49ers TE George Kittle (Achilles) opened training camp on the PUP list. But GM John Lynch said his rehab is going "tremendous" and that he could play in the season opener. "He’s doing really well, and that’s very exciting," Lynch added. "He’s doing everything possible to be ready for Week 1, and we’re thrilled with his progress."

Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett skipped most of the team’s off-season program as he requested a new deal. The team and Brissett came to an agreement in the final year of his two-year deal. He will be paid $15.5 million with a chance to reach $21 million with incentives. Brissett was scheduled to make $4.88 million this year before the agreement. He's now the Cardinals' starter for 2026.

Arizona showed us what it thinks of RB Jeremiyah Love’s talent by drafting him third overall this spring, to a team with plenty of needs. But coaches aren’t doing anything to anoint him an immediate backfield leader at the start of camp. Free-agent addition Tyler Allgeier reportedly opened with the starters at the team’s first open practice, and OC Nathaniel Hackett mentioned James Conner first when asked broadly about the outlook for his 2026 backfield.

Nick Kosmider of The Athletic deems RB J.K. Dobbins one of the Broncos' 10 most important players for 2026, putting him ahead of backfield mates RJ Harvey and Jonah Coleman.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid said Friday that WR Rashee Rice (knee) “is doing great” and is “cleared to go" for the start of training camp. It was a tumultuous offseason for Rice, who had right knee surgery in mid-May and was sentenced to 30 days in jail just a few days later. But he's not expected to face further punishment from the league, and his knee appears on track for Week 1.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) has been cleared to participate fully in training camp, HC Andy Reid said Friday. "He's been working so hard that you have a pretty good feel that he's in a good place," Reid added. "We've got to see how things go and not make any predictions about [Week 1]." Mahomes is still only a little over seven months removed from tearing his left ACL and LCL, but all signs continue to point toward him being ready for the opener. The bigger story from Friday, though, was Mahomes confirming that he plans to run less this season.