8 Must-Draft Fantasy Football Running Backs: Dynasty Studs, Sleepers, and Value Picks (2025)

Training Camp is here, so it’s time to really start thinking about fantasy football. Although redraft leagues have typically been the most common, dynasty formats have surged in popularity. While both formats are enjoyable, dynasty leagues are more in-depth, requiring managers to think years in advance.   Heading into the season, there are a few […]

Troy Franklin "Having a Good Camp"

According to Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, wide receiver Troy Franklin is "having a good camp." The 22-year-old had a quiet rookie season. However, he at least displayed some signs of promise by catching 28 passes for 263 yards and two touchdowns. The Broncos have plenty of capable receivers, specifically Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims […]

Emanuel Wilson "Shouldn't be Out Long"

Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson (knee) left practice on Friday. Fortunately, it appears Wilson will be fine, with Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated reporting that there was "no damage" to the knee while adding that the 26-year-old "shouldn't be out long." It's certainly good news, considering MarShawn Lloyd (groin) hasn't been practicing. Wilson […]

Kendrick Bourne Injured on Friday

New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne (undisclosed) was injured at practice on Friday. The 29-year-old limped off the field after a catch before being attended to by team medical staff. He appeared in 12 games for the Pats last season. However, Bourne didn't do much from a fantasy standpoint, amassing 28 catches for 305 […]

Shedeur Sanders Looks Good on Friday

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders looked good during the team's eighth day of training camp. While Joe Flacco continued to shine, Sanders showed signs of growth, completing seven of his 10 attempts and throwing a touchdown. Kenny Pickett (hamstring) returned to practice on Friday. However, he was limited to individual drills. Pickett's return to full […]

Jaden Springer Signs Exhibit-9 Deal with New Orleans

Free-agent guard Jaden Springer agreed to an Exhibit-9 deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. The 2021 No. 28 overall pick has bounced around the league since being drafted, making stops in Philadelphia and Boston before signing with the Jazz in February 2025. He didn't do much in Utah, averaging only 3.8 points and 2.0 rebounds […]

Julian Champagnie has Salary Guaranteed by San Antonio

San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie had his $3 million salary fully guaranteed for the 2025 campaign. The 24-year-old appeared in all 82 regular-season games in 2024, averaging 9.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists. While he wasn't a consistent producer, he stepped up when needed, amassing 13.2 points and 5.1 boards in 29 starts. […]

Jonathan Kuminga Declines Latest Offers from Golden State

According to ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater, restricted free-agent forward Jonathan Kuminga has declined the most recent contract offers from the Golden State Warriors. The latest proposal was a two-year, $45 million contract. However, the 22-year-old would like a longer deal in addition to retaining a "built-in no-trade clause." Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, suggested […]

Trey Hendrickson, Bengals "Still Talking"

According to NFL Media's Tom Pelissero, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is "still talking" with the front office regarding a new contract. "My understanding is the sides are still talking," said Pelissero. There is some back and forth." Hendrickson has been a force on the defensive side of the ball throughout his career, most […]

Eli Apple Signing One-Year Deal with the 49ers

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, free-agent cornerback Eli Apple agreed to a one-year deal with the 49ers on Sunday. The 2016 No. 10 overall pick has suited up for the Giants, Saints, Panthers, Bengals, Dolphins, and Chargers during his career. He has appeared in 102 regular-season contests, totaling 383 tackles and six interceptions. Unfortunately, Apple […]

Laviska Shenault Jr. Activated on Sunday

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (leg) was activated off the active/non-football injury list on Sunday. The wideout was battling a lower leg strain, forcing him to miss the first four practices of training camp. He signed with the Bills in March after making stops in Jacksonville, Carolina, Seattle, and Los Angeles (Chargers) since […]

Dawson Knox Activated off Active/NFI List

According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox was activated off the active/non-football injury list on Sunday. The veteran was dealing with a hamstring injury. Fortunately, his stint on the shelf didn't last too long. The 28-year-old has spent his entire career in Buffalo, totaling 193 catches (299 targets) for 2,277 […]

Kenny Pickett Suffers Hamstring Injury

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Cleveland Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett (hamstring) was injured toward the end of Saturday's practice. He will be re-evaluated "later this week." The signal-caller, who was traded to the Browns in March, has looked good throughout training camp, appearing to have an early lead for the starting quarterback job. However, Joe […]

Billy Donovan Agrees to Contract Extension with Chicago

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan agreed to a multi-year contract extension with the team. Both sides began discussions on a new deal near the end of the 2024 campaign. Since then, the 60-year-old received interest from the New York Knicks to replace Tom Thibodeau, who was fired in June. However, despite Donovan's losing record […]

Arian Smith "Catching the Eye" of Teammates, Coaches

New York Jets wide receiver Arian Smith "is catching the eye of his teammates and coaches in training camp." The wideout, selected as the No. 110 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, finished his final collegiate season by amassing 817 yards and four touchdowns off 48 receptions. Since his arrival in New York, Smith […]

Joshua Palmer Standing Out at Training Camp

According to Nick Wojton of USA Today, Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer is "working well" with quarterback Josh Allen. "Palmer was the standout on Friday," wrote Wojton. "WGRZ-TV noted a back-shoulder catch Palmer made on a pass from Allen." The 25-year-old signed a three-year deal with the Bills in March after spending his first […]

Jermaine Burton Continues to Impress at Training Camp

According to Chris Roling of Bengals Wire, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton has stood out during training camp. The 24-year-old, selected as the No. 80 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, had an uneventful rookie season, amassing only four receptions for 107 yards in 14 games. There were also behavioral concerns. However, Burton […]

Daniel Jones Gets Second-Team Work on Saturday

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones worked with the second team on Saturday, with Anthony Richardson Sr. getting first-team reps. Both players have split time with the first and second teams so far, so it's unknown what sparked the change. While Richardson appears to have the early edge on winning the starting job, there is still […]

Kenny McIntosh Believed to Have Suffered a Torn ACL

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Seattle Seahawks running back Kenny McIntosh (knee) is believed to have sustained a torn ACL. He suffered the injury during practice on Saturday, requiring assistance off the field. The 25-year-old finished the 2024 campaign with only 172 yards off 31 carries. He is competing for the No. 3 spot behind […]

Tetairoa McMillan "Going to Get Targeted a Lot"

According to Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales, wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan will have a pivotal role right away. "He's going to get targeted a lot," said Canales during a recent practice. "He's going to be a big part of what we do. We're going to challenge him." The 2025 No. 8 overall pick is […]

Quinshon Judkins the Last Remaining Unsigned Pick of 2025 NFL Draft

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins is now the only unsigned pick from the 2025 NFL Draft. The rookie was arrested on July 12 in Florida on a battery and domestic violence charge stemming from an incident that allegedly took place on July 7. He is entering the National Football League with plenty of hype, […]

Anthony Richardson Sr. Gets First-Team Reps on Saturday

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. "was with the starters to begin 11-on-11 work" on Saturday, with Daniel Jones working with the second team. Both players will continue to compete for the starting job throughout training camp and into Week 1. However, it appears Richardson has the early edge, although that can certainly change moving […]

Matthew Stafford Won't Practice Next Week

According to Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay, quarterback Matthew Stafford (back) won't practice next week. Fortunately, the signal-caller didn't suffer a setback. Still, with McVay indicating that the team "will take it a week at a time," the uncertainty surrounding Stafford's return date won't sit well with fantasy managers. He appeared in 16 […]

Ricky Council IV Waived by Philadelphia

The Philadelphia 76ers waived guard Ricky Council IV. He spent the last two seasons with the Sixers, appearing in 105 regular-season contests. While the 23-year-old wasn't productive for the most part, he showed signs of promise by averaging 12.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 12 starts last season. There's a good chance Council […]

Warriors "Haven't Gained Any Traction" on Sign-and-Trade Deal for Jonathan Kuminga

According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, the Golden State Warriors "haven't gained any traction" regarding a sign-and-trade deal involving forward Jonathan Kuminga. The 22-year-old has spent his entire career with the Dubs, averaging 12.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 258 regular-season games. He is currently a restricted free agent. However, with most […]

Cedric Tillman "Believed to be OK"

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (calf) is "believed to be okay" after suffering an injury during Friday's practice. The wideout exited the field after sustaining the injury. Fortunately, it appears he will be fine. The 25-year-old wasn't a consistent producer for the Browns in his first two seasons […]

Evan Engram Feeling "at Home" in Broncos Offense

Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram is seemingly happy with how things are working out with his new team. "I feel really at home in this offense," said Engram. "I feel like my strengths are being used at the highest level." The 30-year-old, who agreed to a two-year deal with Denver in March, spent the […]

Garrett Wilson Standing Out Even More

According to ESPN's Rich Cimini, New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson stood out even more in Friday's practice. "[The] passing attack is all Garrett Wilson," wrote Cimini. "No one else stepping up." The wideout, who recently agreed to a lucrative four-year, $130 million extension, surpassed the 1,000-yard receiving mark in each of his first […]

KeAndre Lambert-Smith "Surging"

According to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, wide receiver Keandre Lambert-Smith is "surging" due to his recent performances at training camp. The rookie, who was the No. 158 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, finished his final collegiate season at Auburn by amassing 50 receptions for 981 yards and eight touchdowns. So […]

Case Keenum Activated off of Active/NFI List

Chicago Bears quarterback Case Keenum (undisclosed) was activated off of the active/Non-Football Injury list. The veteran landed on the list on Saturday. However, he's now able to be on the field for training camp. Keenum played for seven different teams before signing with the Bears in April. He's appeared in 80 regular-season contests, throwing for […]