February 9, 2026
If they can find someone to take their current quarterbacks in a trade, the Arizona Cardinals and Miami Dolphins are two teams to watch in the pursuit of Green Bay Packers impending free-agent QB
Malik Willis, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. New Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley came from Green Bay and have an obvious connection with Willis, while new Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur can get intimate knowledge of Willis' game from his brother, Matt, who is the head coach of the Packers. Fowler also lists the Cleveland Browns as a sleeper for Willis, but the hiring of head coach Todd Monken could change that, since he seems open to working with the QBs currently on the roster, including
Shedeur Sanders. The 26-year-old Willis, a former third-rounder, completed 78.7% of his passes for 976 yards, six touchdowns, and no interceptions in 11 games (three starts) the last two years in Green Bay and is fully expected to join a new team in free agency this offseason.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
February 9, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs want impending free-agent tight end
Travis Kelce back in 2026 if he decides to play for another season, sources told Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Kelce has not made a firm decision on his playing future, but reports over the weekend suggest that he could be leaning toward playing another season. The 36-year-old 11-time Pro Bowler and four-time first-team All-Pro caught 76 of his 108 targets for 851 yards and five touchdowns in his 17 starts in 2025 in his 13th year in the league. Although Kelce finished under 1,000 receiving yards for the third straight season, he still managed to finish as the TE4 in half-PPR scoring, and he should remain a favorite target of quarterback
Patrick Mahomes (knee) in 2026 if he comes back. Kelce is long in the tooth, but he should stay in TE1 territory in fantasy football next season if he returns, especially considering the team has multiple receivers that will hit the free-agent market.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
February 9, 2026
Athletics infielder
Max Schuemann was traded to the Yankees on Monday for pitching prospect Luis Burgos. The A's designated Schuemann for assignment this past Friday, but he'll now head to the Yankees and should compete for a backup role in the spring. The 28-year-old spent time at third base, shortstop, and second base last year, as well as every outfield spot, so he is versatile. However, over his two seasons in the majors, the right-handed hitter has registered a .212/.306/.297 slash line with a .275 wOBA and 78 wRC+, so there isn't much there in the way of offense or fantasy relevance. Burgos posted a 2.44 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and 11.8 percent K-BB% last season in the Dominican Summer League, but the 20-year-old has yet to pitch stateside professionally. Recently acquired outfielder
Yanquiel Fernandez was DFA'd in order to make room for Schuemann.
--Jarod RuppSource: New York Yankees
February 9, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts plan to begin contract-extension talks with impending free-agent quarterback
Daniel Jones (Achilles) soon on a multi-year deal, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Jones signed a one-year, $14 million deal with Indy last offseason and was having a bounce-back season in 2025 until he tore his Achilles in Week 14 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Colts fell apart after Jones' injury and missed the playoffs. There is mutual interest on both sides in getting a deal done this offseason, so the expectation is that Jones will be back with the Colts. If they cannot agree on a multi-year extension, the franchise tag would be in play. The 28-year-old signal-caller completed a career-high 68% of his pass attempts in his 13 starts for Indy while throwing for 3,101 yards, 19 touchdowns, and eight interceptions. Jones' 2026 fantasy value will hinge on his readiness for the start of the season this fall.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
February 9, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver
A.J. Brown's future with the team is in doubt this offseason, but the Eagles have not had any trade talks surrounding the three-time Pro Bowler, multiple sources told Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. Garafolo also said there have only been brief talks between the team and Brown since the 2025 season ended with a loss in the playoffs to the Los Angeles Rams. Brown seems to be more "at peace" and calm about things, but it doesn't mean that he won't be dealt this offseason after he voiced his frustrations with Philly's offense in 2025. If the Eagles trade the 28-year-old, they'd take a $43.5 million salary cap hit in 2026, so they'd be looking for significant compensation in any deal. For what it's worth, Brown said on a recent podcast that he's "excited" for next season. In 15 starts during the regular season, Brown caught 78 of his 121 targets for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns. He has become a more volatile fantasy wideout, but a move to a new team won't necessarily boost his fantasy value for the 2026 campaign.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo
February 9, 2026
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said over the weekend that the Cincinnati Bengals won't entertain trade offers for quarterback
Joe Burrow this offseason and will instead look to spend and build around him. Rapoport expects teams to call the Bengals after Burrow expressed some discontent with the organization during the 2025 season, but the franchise signal-caller is not expected to go anywhere. More than anything, the Bengals will probably spend on the defensive side of the ball to help supplement what is already a strong offensive unit. The 29-year-old Burrow only made eight starts in 2025 due to a turf toe injury that required surgery, and he threw for 1,809 yards, 17 touchdowns, and five interceptions. Staying healthy has been an issue for the former No. 1 overall pick, but with one of the best receiving duos in the NFL, Burrow should be primed for a bounce-back campaign in 2026 as a QB1 in fantasy if he can stay on the field.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
February 9, 2026
The Miami Dolphins have not made a final decision on quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa's future yet, but all signs are pointing towards him not returning in 2026 under the new regime, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. A trade is a possibility, but it's complicated. The Dolphins would have to eat a large chunk of Tagovailoa's $54 million fully guaranteed salary, and they'd have another $42.5 million dead-cap charge in 2026. Releasing the former first-rounder would be cleaner and would allow the team to spread the money out over two years. A final decision on Tagovailoa should come before the new league year begins on March 13, when another $3 million in 2027 would become fully guaranteed. The 27-year-old was a Pro Bowler in 2023 and led the league with 4,624 passing yards, but defenses quickly figured out Miami's offense, and concussion issues have plagued Tua as well. A fresh start elsewhere would be best for all parties, and Tagovailoa already said a change of scenery "would be dope."
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
February 9, 2026
Free-agent pitcher
Chris Paddack is expected to sign with the Miami Marlins. The two are in agreement on a one-year, $4 million contract that also has some performance-based incentives. The right-hander should begin the season as the team's fifth starter and will look to right the ship after a poor 2025 campaign. The 6-foot-5 hurler spent most of the year with Minnesota before being traded to the Tigers at the end of July. Overall, the former eighth-rounder recorded a 5.35 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, and struck out just 112 batters in 158 innings pitched. Until he proves otherwise, the 30-year-old should be left off 2026 fantasy rosters.
--Jarod RuppSource: Jon Heyman
February 9, 2026
Free-agent pitcher
Erick Fedde and the Chicago White Sox agreed on a one-year deal, pending a physical. The veteran saw some success in his return from the KBO in 2024, pitching to a 3.30 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and a 14.0 percent K-BB%. However, he was unable to parlay that production into 2025. The 6-foot-4 hurler played for three different teams (Cardinals, Braves, Brewers) and registered an unsightly 5.49 ERA, 1.52 WHIP, and just a 2.6 percent K-BB%. The former first-rounder tentatively slots in as the fifth starter, although he'll likely face competition for the job this spring from the team's top pitching prospects,
Noah Schultz and
Hagen Smith, as well as another offseason acquisition,
Sean Newcomb. Still just 32 years old, Fedde could have something left in the tank, but he's off the season-long fantasy radar for now.
--Jarod RuppSource: Joel Sherman
February 9, 2026
Vinicius Oliveira suffered his first UFC loss after suffering a second-round submission loss to Mario Bautista in the main event of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. After getting outgrappled in the first round, Oliveira appeared to be gassed out in the second round. Bautista then pressured Oliveira even more, and after taking him down and landing some punches on the ground, Bautista took Oliveira's back and sank in the rear-naked choke, finishing Oliveira with 14 seconds left in the second round. In 9:46 of action, Oliveira landed 12 significant strikes. With the win, Oliveira dropped to 23-4 as a pro and is now 4-1 in the UFC.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Free-agent pitcher
Nick Martinez and the Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a one-year deal on Monday, pending a physical. The contract is for $13 million and includes a mutual option for 2027. Martinez had an up-and-down season last year, going 11-14 with a 4.45 ERA and 1.21 WHIP. However, he fared much better as a reliever. His final 11 appearances came in relief, and the right-hander posted a 2.61 ERA and 0.92 WHIP in 20 2/3 innings pitched out of the bullpen. The Rays are expected to use the 35-year-old as a starter, but his experience as a reliever will give them some flexibility. Be that as it may, and although the veteran hurler had been effective in the three seasons before 2025, recording sub-3.50 ERAs in those campaigns, the 6-foot-1 pitcher doesn't move the needle in most standard-sized fantasy leagues right now.
--Jarod RuppSource: Jon Heyman
February 9, 2026
Mario Bautista got back in the win column by defeating Vinicius Oliveira via second-round submission in the main event of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. Bautista was riding an eight-fight winning streak before his loss against Umar Nurmagomedov last October. The opening rounds were expected to be competitive, but Bautista had a dominant performance, and he easily dismantled Oliveira. In the second round, after inflicting some ground-and-pound from a crucifix position, Bautista eventually took Oliveira's back, where he locked in the fight-finishing rear-naked choke. In 9:46 of action, Bautista landed five takedowns and 15 significant strikes.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Former title challenger Kyoji Horiguchi extended his win streak by beating Amir Albazi via unanimous decision in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. Horiguchi had a dominant performance; he was too fast and too accurate for Albazi, who couldn't take him down and struggled to land damaging shots. He also hurt Albazi a few times, but Albazi managed to survive. In 15 minutes of action, Horiguchi landed 73 significant strikes. Horiguchi improved to 2-0 in his second UFC stint, extending his overall winning streak to five.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Amir Albazi suffered a unanimous decision loss to former title challenger Kyoji Horiguchi in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. As soon as the fight started, it was evident that Albazi was a step behind as Horihuchi was a faster and more accurate fighter. Albazi was even wobbled on a few occasions, but he managed to survive. In 15 minutes of action, Albazi landed only 16 significant strikes. With the loss, Albazi dropped to 5-2 in the UFC, and he's now lost two fights in a row.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Rizvan Kuniev secured his first win in the UFC by defeating Jailton Almeida via unanimous decision on the main card of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. It wasn't the most exciting fight as both Kuniev and Almeida took turns controlling the clinch, and as a result, the referee separated them on a few occasions. In the end, Kuniev's takedown defense was on point, and he did more to win a unanimous decision. In 15 minutes, Kuniev landed 43 significant strikes. With the win, Kuniev improved to 14-3-1 as a pro and is now 1-1 in the UFC.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Jailton Almeida suffered a unanimous decision loss to Rizvan Kuniev on the main card of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. Almeida was coming off a loss in a potential title eliminator against Alexander Volkov. And just like Almeida's last fight, this one was largely uneventful as well. For most of the fight, Almeida and Kuniev took turns controlling the clinch without landing any damaging shots, forcing the referee to separate Almeida and Kuniev. In 15 minutes, Almeida landed 31 significant strikes. With the loss, Almeida dropped to 8-3 in the UFC.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Marc-Andre Barriault suffered a unanimous-decision loss to Michal Oleksiejczuk on the main card of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. It was a back-and-forth fight, but Oleksiejczuk was the one who pushed the pace and landed cleaner punches. Despite taking some big shots, Barriault never stood toe to toe for all 15 minutes of the fight. In 15 minutes of action, Barriault landed 77 significant strikes. With the loss, Barriault has dropped to 17-11 with one NC and is now 6-10 with one NC in the UFC.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Michal Oleksiejczuk extended his win streak by defeating Marc-Andre Barriault via unanimous decision on the main card of UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday. It was an exciting back-and-forth fight with Oleksiejczuk generally being on the front foot and more aggressive in his approach, though it wasn't easy as Barriault proved to be extremely tough. In 15 minutes of action, Oleksiejczuk landed a takedown and 140 significant strikes. With the win, Oleksiejczuk improved to 10-7 with one NC in the UFC.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 9, 2026
Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator confirmed on Sunday after winning Super Bowl LX over the New England Patriots that he will be the next head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, according to NFL Network. "Hell yeah, I'm going [to Las Vegas.]" Kubiak said. The 38-year-old and the Raiders began finalizing an agreement a week ago, but no official announcement could be made until after the Super Bowl. Kubiak will be the third head coach in Vegas in three seasons and the fifth head coach since the moved to Vegas in 2020. He will take over for Pete Carroll, who went 3-14 in his lone season with the Raiders. Kubiak will likely be counted on to mold Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who is expected to be selected by the Raiders with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kubiak's work with
Sam Darnold in 2025 got the Raiders' attention.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network
February 9, 2026
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Boston Red Sox have acquired infielder
Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers. In exchange, the Red Sox are sending left-handed pitcher
Kyle Harrison, infielder
David Hamilton, and left-handed pitcher
Shane Drohan. Additionally, the Red Sox are also acquiring infielder Andrew Monasterio, third baseman
Anthony Seigler, and a Comp B pick. Durbin put together a solid MLB debut with the Brewers last summer, holding a .256/.354/.387 line. He hit 11 home runs and showcased his high-end speed, swiping 18 bags. Additionally, he showed an elite eye at the plate, striking out at a low 9.9% rate. With Boston, managers should expect Durbin to compete for a starting role at the hot corner, alongside
Marcelo Mayer. He would have sleeper appeal in deeper category formats if he earns a full-time role.
--Andy SmithSource: Jeff Passan
February 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed designated hitter
Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract. Ozuna was one of the top remaining bats on the open market and will look to provide a power spark to an improving Pittsburgh lineup. Last summer, Ozuna had a down year by his standards, hitting a low .232/.355/.400 line with a modest .755 OPS. He hit just 21 home runs. However, the year prior, Ozuna launched 39 long balls with a stellar .302/.378/.546 slash line. Despite the underwhelming 2025 season. Ozuna still generated a strong .354 xwOBA with an 11.4% barrel rate, suggesting he should see some positive regression in 2026. While his counting statistics may drop moving to this new lineup, he is a prime bounce-back candidate as he should return to the 30-HR mark in the Steel City.
--Andy SmithSource: Jon Heyman
February 9, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Jonas Rondbjerg (undisclosed) will miss the 2026 Olympics. Team Denmark has replaced him on the roster with defenseman Malte Setkov, a former Detroit Red Wings fourth-round draft pick who plays in the local Danish league. Rondbjerg is dealing with an undisclosed injury and was deemed week-to-week by Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy last Monday. The Danish winger has spent most of the season in the minors, registering one assist in four appearances with the big club. In the AHL, Rondbjerg has managed 23 points (12 goals, 11 assists) in 36 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: IIHF
February 9, 2026
Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) is on track to play for Team Canada against Czechia at the Olympics on Thursday. The veteran forward practiced on Sunday, skating on a line with Nathan MacKinnon and Nick Suzuki on a stacked team. Marchand has been banged up this season and played in only five of the Panthers' final 15 games before the Olympic break. Florida has received great production from Marchand when he has been on the ice, as the 37-year-old has tallied 25 goals and 50 points in 46 outings. Marchand could also be a scoring machine for Canada if he sticks with MacKinnon.
--Taavi PailkSource: TSN
February 9, 2026
Colorado Avalanche winger Gabriel Landeskog (upper body) is good to go for the 2026 Olympics. The veteran forward hasn't played since early January, but he has shaken off an upper-body injury in time for the Olympic tournament. Team Sweden named Landeskog captain. After overcoming a career-threatening knee injury, Landeskog has tallied 22 points (seven goals, 15 assists) in 41 games with the Avalanche this season. At Sunday's practice, Landeskog skated on a line with Alexander Wennberg of the San Jose Sharks and Adrian Kempe of the Los Angeles Kings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 9, 2026
Boston Red Sox infield prospect
Mikey Romero is in line to make his MLB debut sometime during the 2026 campaign. Romero joined the Red Sox in the opening round of the 2022 MLB Draft out of Orange Lutheran HS. Romero opened the 2025 season with Double-A Portland, where he looked quite comfortable, holding a .254/.315/.440 line with eight home runs, four stolen bases, and a 74:23 K:BB. He was then moved up to the top club in the Boston system, Triple-A Worcester, for his 45 games of the campaign. During this stint, the infielder carried a lower .232/.276/.469 slash line. However, he did flash high power upside, launching nine long balls over this short taste. While Romero will likely be behind
Kristian Campbell and
Marcelo Mayer in projected playing time, he should be in the mix to debut in Boston later in the 2026 season.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (lower body) will be available for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Before the international break, Hughes missed three Devils games due to a lower-body injury. Nevertheless, following full practice on Sunday, he's ready to suit up alongside his brother Quinn. It's been a stop-start season for Hughes due to health issues, but he's been productive when on the ice, averaging a point per game. In 36 outings, Hughes has recorded 12 goals and 24 assists. On Sunday, Hughes worked on a line with Dylan Larkin and Tage Thompson.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 9, 2026
New York Mets first base/outfield prospect
Ryan Clifford is unlikely to break camp with the MLB roster, but should be in the mix to reach Queens early in the campaign. Per MLB.com, Clifford is the team's No. 6 prospect and is considered the sport's No. 5 overall first base prospect. Clifford was drafted in the 11th round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros. Last summer, Clifford spent the majority of his campaign (105 games) at Double-A. During this stint, Clifford held a .243/.355/.494 line with a strong .848 OPS. He hit 24 home runs while swiping four bases. He was then bumped up to Triple-A, where he logged 34 games with a much lower .219/.359/.393 line with a .754 OPS. Clifford will likely need to find his footing at Triple-A during the opening months before making a strong push to join the major leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
Detroit Tigers infield prospect
Max Anderson could compete for a role on the team's Opening Day roster during spring training. Anderson, the team's No. 9-ranked prospect, is often underrated in the system, given Detroit's elite prospects at the top, including outfielder
Max Clark and top infielder
Kevin McGonigle. However, Anderson tuned up solidly in 2025 and earned a non-roster invite to the team's MLB spring training. In 2025, Anderson began the campaign with Double-A Erie, where he posted a .306/.358/.499 line with 14 long balls. He was then bumped up to Triple-A Toledo, where he took a slight step back, carrying a .267/.327/.422 line with a .749 OPS. The 23-year-old Nebraska product is a name to monitor in deeper formats, as he could begin the season in the depth role in Detroit.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
New York Yankees right-handed pitching prospect Ben Hess earned an invite to MLB spring training. Hess is currently ranked as the team's No. 6 prospect by MLB Pipeline and could make a strong case in camp to begin the 2026 season with Triple-A. Hess joined the Yankees with the 26th overall selection in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Alabama. In 2025, the right-hander made his professional debut. He began his career with Low-A, where he logged 66 2/3 innings to the tune of a 3.51 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP. He racked up an elite 94 punchouts over this stint. He was then bumped up to Double-A Somerset, where Hess was even more dominant, posting a 2.70 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and a 45:13 K:BB through 36 2/3 innings. Given his quick progression throughout the system, a 2026 MLB debut is in play.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
February 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Edward Florentino is a name to keep a close eye on in dynasty formats during the 2026 campaign. Florentino is currently ranked as MLB.com's No. 81 overall prospect and Pittsburgh's No. 5-ranked prospect. However, Florentino looked quite comfortable in his first full season as a professional and could find himself much higher on prospect boards by the end of the 2026 campaign. He made his professional debut in 2024 in the Dominican Summer League, where he posted a .260/.432/.459 lines across 49 games. While he began 2025 in the DSL as well, he was able to join Low-A after a short 29-game stint. With Low-A Bradenton, Florentino posted a strong .262/.380/.503 with 10 home runs and 29 stolen bases. Given his quick adjustments, the 19-year-old could spend most of 2026 with High-A.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
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