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Kyle Monangai Missing Another Practice on Saturday
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (undisclosed) is missing his second consecutive training camp practice on Saturday for undisclosed reasons, according to Brad Biggs of The Chicago Tribune. It's unclear why Monangai is absent, but for now we'll consider him day-to-day. With the 24-year-old missing practice on Friday, Salvon Ahmed stepped into RB2 duties behind D'Andre Swift, but Roschon Johnson and Brittain Brown could compete for RB2 duties alongside Ahmed if Monangai misses more time this summer. Monangai had 169 carries for 783 yards (4.6 yards per carry) and five rushing touchdowns in 17 regular-season games as a rookie in 2025 after being taken in the seventh round out of Rutgers. He added 18 receptions on 30 targets for 164 yards and zero touchdowns as Swift's primary complement out of the backfield. Monangai is expected to resume RB2 duties in 2026 as long as he's healthy, limiting his weekly fantasy upside as more of an RB3/flex option in standard-scoring leagues because of his limitations as a pass-catcher. RotoBaller currently has Monangai ranked as the No. 35 RB.
Source: The Chicago Tribune - Brad Biggs
Source: The Chicago Tribune - Brad Biggs
Jaylen Warren the RB1A in Pittsburgh to Begin Training Camp
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is "probably" the team's RB1A "for now," according to Mike DeFabo of The Athletic. Warren had his most productive season as a pro in 2025, recording 1,291 scrimmage yards and eight touchdowns on 251 touches across 16 games. However, the Steelers signed running back Rico Dowdle, who has recorded back-to-back 1,000-rushing-yard seasons, to a two-year deal in free agency. Per DeFabo, Warren has been "getting every first rep," but the Steelers are also "quickly and consistently rotating" through Warren, Dowdle, and second-year back Kaleb Johnson. While it seems likely that Warren will operate as part of a committee backfield in Pittsburgh this season, the 27-year-old still looks to be on track to be the nominal starter for the Steelers. RotoBaller currently ranks Warren as the RB31 for redraft leagues entering 2026.
Source: The Athletic - Mike DeFabo
Source: The Athletic - Mike DeFabo
Red Sox's Chances of Landing Otto Lopez are "Dead"
The chances of a deal that would send Miami Marlins middle infielder Otto Lopez to the Boston Red Sox before Monday's Aug. 3 trade deadline are "dead," and it appears highly unlikely that the Marlins trade him at all now, a league source told Sean McAdam of MassLive.com. In the Red Sox's case, they are unwilling to send a package to Miami that would include elite shortstop prospect Franklin Arias. The Marlins are asking for a lot for Lopez, who has three years of control after this season and is currently among the National League leaders in hits, doubles, and batting average. They may now turn their focus to trying to trade fellow middle infielder Xavier Edwards, who the Red Sox are also reportedly interested in. Boston has also been linked to Washington Nationals All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams and Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto. The 27-year-old Lopez doesn't have a ton of power, but he's been excellent everywhere else in 2026 for the Fish, slashing .322/.356/.481 with an .838 OPS while leading the league in doubles (27) and hits (138) in 107 games across 463 plate appearances.
Source: MassLive.com - Sean McAdam
Source: MassLive.com - Sean McAdam
Cyrus Allen Carted Off on Saturday with Apparent Knee Injury
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Cyrus Allen (knee) left the practice field in a cart on Saturday due to an apparent left knee injury, according to ESPN's Nate Taylor. Per Taylor, the injury occurred due to a collision during a special teams rep in practice. A fifth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Allen recorded 51 catches for 674 yards and 13 touchdowns across 13 games in his final collegiate season at Cincinnati. The 23-year-old had reportedly been one of the standout performers of the early days of Chiefs camp. While the severity of Allen's injury is not yet clear, this appears to be an unfortunate setback for the promising rookie. The Chiefs enter the year in need of reliable pass-catching talent, so Allen could play a prominent role in Kansas City if he's able to avoid significant missed time.
Source: ESPN - Nate Taylor
Source: ESPN - Nate Taylor
Puka Nacua "Noticeably Slimmer" in Training Camp
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has a "noticeably slimmer frame than the one he played with last season," according to Nate Atkins of The Athletic. Atkins reports that Nacua is attempting to "balance his across-the-middle physical style with a bit more finesse and burst in perimeter alignments." The 25-year-old put together a monster season in 2025, recording 129 catches for 1,715 yards and 10 touchdowns on 166 targets across 16 games. However, Nacua has battled some off-field issues that may be holding up extension talks with the Rams as he enters the final year of his rookie contract. The star wideout has reportedly been a standout performer in the early days of training camp, so it appears he has come into the year motivated and ready to work. Nacua remains a viable candidate to be the first wide receiver off the board in redraft leagues going into 2026.
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Kyren Williams to See More Involvement as a Pass-Catcher?
Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams' ability to impact the game as a pass-catcher is a "wrinkle (the team) could tap into more" this season, speculates Nate Atkins of The Athletic. Atkins notes that Los Angeles has relied on Williams' pass-protection abilities in the past, but that its shift to bigger personnel groupings could allow Williams to play more as a pass-catcher in 2026. The 25-year-old has recorded at least 1,350 scrimmage yards and 13 touchdowns in three straight campaigns, but he's never reached 300 receiving yards in a season. Thanks to the emergence of fellow Rams running back Blake Corum, Williams also saw his workload decrease from 19.8 touches per game in 2024 to 15.2 touches per game in 2025. If Williams does indeed see more usage as a receiver, it could help offset a potential regression in his fantasy production due to the split backfield in Los Angeles.
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Ty Simpson Battling for the QB2 Job in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Rams quarterbacks Ty Simpson and Stetson Bennett IV split reps evenly in training camp practice on Friday, according to Nate Atkins of The Athletic. With Rams QB1 Matthew Stafford resting on Friday, Atkins reports that Simpson had an "eventful day with some highs and lows." Los Angeles selected Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after he threw for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns across 15 games in his final collegiate season at Alabama. As long as Stafford stays healthy in 2026, Simpson is highly unlikely to see the field for any significant stretch in his rookie season. However, given where they drafted him, it appears Los Angeles views Simpson as its quarterback of the future. Simpson's dynasty value could fluctuate significantly based on how he performs in training camp and the preseason.
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Source: The Athletic - Nate Atkins
Jameson Williams Standing Out in Training Camp
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has been one of the standout performers of the early days of training camp, according to Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. Per Pouncy, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that Williams is "going to have a big year" for Detroit. Across 17 games last season, the 25-year-old recorded 65 receptions for 1,117 yards and seven touchdowns on 102 targets. However, much of Williams' production came after Lions tight end Sam LaPorta went down with a season-ending back injury in Week 10. With LaPorta back in action for Detroit heading into 2026, Williams could get lost in the shuffle behind LaPorta, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jahmyr Gibbs. There's no doubting Williams' explosive upside, but he will need to find more week-to-week consistency to break through the boom/bust WR3 label.
Source: The Athletic - Colton Pouncy
Source: The Athletic - Colton Pouncy
Juwan Johnson Confident About Saints Offense for 2026
New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson recently appeared on 'The Insiders' and spoke of the confidence and camaraderie the team played with late in the 2025 season, and he believes that mindset will carry into 2026. He also compared his path to that of Taysom Hill, with whom he shared a locker room for the past six seasons, and with Hill recently announcing he would not be returning to the Saints, Johnson knows he will need to become more of a leader and locker room presence in year seven. Johnson was the TE10 in 2025, and with a chance to turn in similar production in Kellen Moore's ascending up-tempo offense, he represents great potential value as a closing-round flier in 2026 drafts, currently ranked as RotoBaller's TE21.
Source: The Insiders
Source: The Insiders
Jalen McMillan Making His Presence Felt at Buccaneers Camp
After missing most of the 2025 season with a significant neck injury sustained during preseason action, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan has been a full participant in the early days of training camp, regularly flashing the underrated abilities that allowed him to finish as the fantasy WR19 or better in six of his last 10 games played. With the Buccaneers working on two-minute drills during Friday's practice, team staff writer Brianna Dix highlighted a perfectly run dig route that resulted in a long touchdown, and pointed out the contagious energy he brought to the offense by skipping into the end zone. The play came with McMillan aligned on the outside of the formation, which could prove to be a spot he finds himself in more frequently following the departure of six-time Pro Bowler Mike Evans. McMillan is RotoBaller's WR56 and a candidate to greatly outperform ADP if he can stay healthy and earn a regular spot on the outside.
Source: Brianna Dix
Source: Brianna Dix
Brewers Acquire Catcher Bo Naylor From the Guardians
The Milwaukee Brewers acquired catcher Bo Naylor and pitcher Codi Heuer from the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday in exchange for pitcher Craig Yoho and outfielder Blake Perkins, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Naylor, 26, was demoted to the minors by Cleveland after 28 games in the first half of the season, in which he hit just .143/.200/.238 with a .438 OPS, two home runs, seven RBI, and four runs scored in 90 plate appearances. In 45 games on the farm at Triple-A Columbus, Naylor has hit .225/.344/.438 with a .781 OPS, seven home runs, 24 RBI, 25 runs scored, and four steals in 189 plate appearances. The Brewers are set with William Contreras and Gary Sanchez as their catchers at the major-league level right now, so Naylor is expected to report to Triple-A Nashville to continue working on his offensive approach in the minors after the trade.
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Nick Lodolo Feels Good After Throwing 50 Pitches on Friday
Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (finger) threw 50 pitches over three simulated innings of live batting practice against hitters on Friday, according to MLB.com. Lodolo felt good about using a new grip to throw his breaking pitches, and he could be cleared to go on a minor-league rehab assignment next. The 28-year-old southpaw has been on the 15-day injured list with a left index finger blister since July 12, but he's nearing a return to the Reds' starting rotation for the remainder of the second half of the season. Before going on the IL yet again, Lodolo had gone 3-2 for the Reds this year with a 4.60 ERA (5.09 FIP) and 1.47 WHIP with 50 strikeouts and 27 walks in 62 2/3 innings across his 12 starts. The former seventh overall pick in 2019 out of Texas Christian University has never been able to stay healthy long enough to realize his potential in the big leagues, and he's posted a career-low 17.9% strikeout rate and career-high 9.7% walk rate in 2026. Lodolo could be a decent matchup-based streamer in fantasy leagues when he returns to Cincy's starting rotation, and he's currently rostered in only 63% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Lamar Jackson Adjusting Quickly to Working Under Center
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson took over 80% of his snaps from shotgun or pistol in 2025, but you might not know it from the way he's operated offensive coordinator Declan Doyle's new-look system through the early days of training camp. Jackson's first three pass attempts of camp all came from under center, with all three resulting in completions, and he has reportedly audibled to move under center on more than one occasion. In speaking with reporters, Doyle pointed out Jackson's quick learning curve and what he hopes to accomplish by putting the two-time MVP under center more frequently. " He's very natural at it... There's a lot of versatility in his game. You want to mix all those things and make the defense have to deal with him." He went on to discuss the benefits of the play-action element, saying, "Being able to turn your back to the defense and simulate the run for a longer period of time allows things down the field." Since his hire in January, Doyle's messaging has been clear about creating more explosive plays, and with Jackson taking quickly to the new approach, he could easily see one of the highest fantasy ceilings at the position, and the four-time Pro Bowler is RotoBaller's QB2.
Source: Clifton Brown
Source: Clifton Brown
Tarik Skubal Trade Talks Expected to Heat Up This Weekend
Trade talks surrounding Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal are expected to heat up this weekend, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Skubal is easily the biggest name on this year's trade market, and the Tigers might also have the second-best starting pitcher available in right-hander Casey Mize, who was scratched from his start on Friday with the deadline approaching. ESPN's Jeff Passan said earlier this week that Skubal will be traded, so now it's just a matter of when and how big a haul the Tigers can get for him. The tricky part of the whole situation is that Skubal is set for free agency after the 2026 campaign, so it will be interesting to see if a contending team that is serious about acquiring Skubal will also double down and sign him to a long-term contract extension. The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to be viewed as the favorites for Skubal, with the Milwaukee Brewers potentially jumping into the mix as well. In 16 starts this year, the 29-year-old two-time Cy Young winner has gone 7-5 with a 2.79 ERA, 0.91 WHIP, 116 strikeouts, and 14 walks in 96 2/3 innings pitched. Skubal bounced back quickly after having surgery to remove loose bodies from his left elbow in the first half of the season.
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Trevor Lawrence "Significantly Ahead" of Where He Was Last Year
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has had three different offensive coordinators in his five-year career, but entering his second season with Grant Udinski in that position and head coach Liam Coen calling plays, the continuity appears to be paying dividends. The team's editorial staff reports that through three days of training camp practices, Lawrence and the offense are "significantly ahead of where they were this time last season." Lawrence finished 2025 playing arguably the best football of his professional career, pacing as the fantasy QB1 over the final 10 weeks while earning MVP consideration, and early reports would indicate he's picked up right where he left off. The Jaguars boast one of the league's deepest groups of pass catchers, and with Coen unlocking his rushing abilities, as he had with Baker Mayfield in Tampa Bay, Lawrence has one of the highest ceilings at the position. In a year where waiting to select a quarterback makes as much sense as ever, Lawrence is a player to target in the later rounds of 2026 drafts, currently coming off the board around QB11.
Source: Jacksonville Jaguars
Source: Jacksonville Jaguars
Rays, Yankees, Red Sox Showing Strong Interest in Luis Arraez
The Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees, and Boston Red Sox are the three teams showing the strongest interest in San Francisco Giants infielder Luis Arraez, sources told Francys Romero. Arraez was pulled from Friday's game early against the division-rival San Diego Padres due to cramps, but he should be alright and could even return for Game 3 of the series in San Diego on Saturday. The 29-year-old three-time batting champion will most likely be moved by Monday's trade deadline, and he's attracting much more interest on the trade market this summer than he did as a free agent last offseason. The main reason for that is his improvement at second base with the help of infield guru Ron Washington in San Francisco this year. Additionally, the Venezuelan infielder continues to hit, batting a league-best .328 (136-for-415) with four home runs, 43 RBI, 52 runs, and 10 steals in his 104 games with San Fran. The four-time All-Star will be a free agent after the 2026 season, so he'll essentially be a veteran rental for the rest of the year.
Source: Francys Romero
Source: Francys Romero
Zebby Matthews Shows his Upside With 10-Strikeout Performance on Friday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Zebby Matthews closed out the month of July in strong form in the team's 5-3 win over the hosting Seattle Mariners on Friday night, allowing three earned runs on four hits (one homer) while walking two and striking out 10 in five innings pitched for a no-decision. The 26-year-old is now 4-8 on the season with a 5.22 ERA (5.04 FIP) and 1.31 WHIP with 69 strikeouts and 26 walks in 81 innings pitched across 14 starts in his third year in the majors. Friday's outing was his first double-digit strikeout performance, and he heads into August with five earned runs allowed, five walks, and 11 strikeouts in 11 innings in his last two outings against the Mariners and Athletics after a 10-run blowup (eight earned runs) on July 19 at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs. The former eight-rounder in 2022 from Western Carolina University has potential, but he's sporting a career-low 20.2% strikeout rate and career-high 7.6% walk rate in 2026.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
DeAndre Hopkins Has Not Retired from the NFL Despite Taking Coaching Job
One day after officially joining the Georgia Tech coaching staff as the assistant receivers coach, veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins posted on X that he has not retired from the NFL. He followed that up by writing, "If you're a WR and you want to be great, come to Georgia Tech," so it does not appear that the 34-year-old has had a sudden change of heart or has any plans to pursue a 14th professional season. While Hopkins ' Hall of Fame eligibility will not open until he has officially retired, he has a strong case for enshrinement, having made more than 1,000 receptions for 13,295 yards and 85 touchdowns while earning five All-Pro selections.
Source: DeAndre Hopkins
Source: DeAndre Hopkins
Tory Horton Healthy After Cracking Tibia as a Rookie
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tory Horton avoided the PUP list to begin training camp and has participated fully through the opening practices of summer after his rookie season was cut short by a cracked tibia. Horton spoke with a group of reporters on Friday, and ESPN's Brady Henderson wrote about the road to recovery that has brought him to this point without restriction. Horton told the assembled media, "It's a blessing to be back on the field... Just trying to take in every moment because just like last year, you never know when it could be cut short." Horton began experiencing lower leg discomfort around Week 3 of his rookie season, but continued to play through the pain until further testing revealed a crack in his tibia that landed him on injured reserve. With the Seahawks adding Rashid Shaheed at the trade deadline and signing him to a three-year deal this offseason, the team has the ability to flood the field with overwhelming speed to complement Offensive Player of the Year Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and a healthy Horton will look to find more consistent production after scoring five touchdowns across his four most productive games in 2025, while being held to a single 10-yard reception across four others.
Source: Brady Henderson
Source: Brady Henderson
Eli Stowers Not Seeing Regular Work with First-Team Offense
Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers suffered a minor injury in the spring that limited his participation in minicamp practices, and while he's come into training camp without restriction, Eagles beat reporter Jeff McLane reports that he's still had a quiet start to the summer. With Dallas Goedert firmly entrenched atop the depth chart, most of Stowers' reps have come with the second-team offense, working primarily with quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee, with rookie Cole Payton occasionally mixing in as well. McLane points out that Stowers has had his moments, but he is not yet seeing regular work with the first-team offense like fellow rookie Makai Lemon. Tight end can often require the greatest adjustment from college to the NFL, and Eagles training camp is less than a week old. Still, fantasy managers are no doubt looking for signs of encouragement from a player who was frequently the second tight end selected in 2026 dynasty rookie drafts.
Source: Jeff McLane
Source: Jeff McLane
Bucks Could Absorb Zeke Nnaji's Contract
Denver Nuggets forward/center Zeke Nnaji could be included as a salary piece in a potential sign-and-trade that would send restricted free-agent forward Peyton Watson to the Milwaukee Bucks, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Milwaukee has not offered a first-round pick, so taking on the $14.93 million left on Nnaji's contract over the next two seasons could be its clearest way to help Denver cut salary near the second apron. Nnaji is not a fantasy factor, but Watson's landing spot carries more weight. The 23-year-old averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and shot 41.1 percent from deep last season. A post-Giannis reset in Milwaukee could give him more minutes and usage than he had in Denver.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Hornets Could Waive Pat Connaughton
Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Pat Connaughton is a waiver candidate as the team works through a crowded roster, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Connaughton, 33, had his $3.8 million team option picked up in June, but his salary does not become fully guaranteed until Jan. 31, 2027, giving Charlotte flexibility if it needs to trim down before opening night. The 11-year veteran and 2021 NBA champion has seen his role fade, averaging 2.6 points and 1.5 rebounds in 7.1 minutes across 42 games last season. His contract and locker-room presence may be more useful than his on-court production, but he has no fantasy relevance.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Jordyn Tyson Impressing Early in Camp
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Jordyn Tyson was the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and early returns suggest he's living up to the billing. In recapping the first three practices of training camp, Saints beat reporter Nick Underhill spoke of how impressive the young rookie has looked. "The way he moves and carries himself, I really like... He looks and moves like a high-level athlete... He's an incredibly gifted route-runner." Tyson stood out throughout his collegiate career by finding the soft spots in zone coverage, and with the newly extended Chris Olave consistently ranking among the league's most efficient receivers against man coverage, New Orleans has a tandem whose skill sets complement one another neatly, allowing the duo to quickly develop into one of the top pairings in the league. Tyson is RotoBaller's WR29 but could ultimately prove to be one of the best values in the middle rounds of 2026 drafts.
Source: Nick Underhill
Source: Nick Underhill
Tyrese Maxey Aims for Team USA Debut
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey wants to play for Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, per Evan Sidery. Maxey, 25, has not suited up for the national team, but he would be 27 by the next Olympics and fits as a prime-age scoring guard in a younger American backcourt mix. He is coming off his first All-NBA season after averaging career highs of 28.3 points, 6.6 assists, 1.9 steals, and 3.1 three-pointers across 70 games. The Olympic note is not a fantasy factor, but it reinforces Maxey's rise. His scoring, assists, steals, threes, and free-throw percentage keep him firmly in the early-round fantasy conversation.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
Makai Lemon Being Frequently Put in Motion
When the Philadelphia Eagles traded up in the 2026 NFL Draft to select wide receiver Makai Lemon with the 20th pick of the first round, he became an integral part of the plan to replace three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown. Through the early stages of training camp, the team has been creative with his usage, according to Eagles beat reporter Jeff McLane. Lemon won the Biletnikoff Award as the best receiver in college football while operating primarily out of the slot, but McLane reports that new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion has regularly put him in motion, either pre-snap or at the snap, and he's even taken some reps on the outside, which is something that could be asked more of him in 2026. Brown topped 1,000 yards in each of his four seasons with the Eagles, and the task of replacing that production will likely be split between Lemon and new additions Dontayvion Wicks and Hollywood Brown, with Lemon having the highest potential ceiling of the group and currently coming off the board around the seventh or eighth round of 2026 drafts.
Source: Jeff McLane
Source: Jeff McLane
Kade Anderson Productive Again, Emerging as a Must-Stash
Seattle Mariners left-handed pitching prospect Kade Anderson allowed two hits and two walks while striking out four across 4 2/3 scoreless innings in Friday's start with Double-A Arkansas. He threw 72 pitches, firing 45 of them for strikes. Anderson has been terrific overall and owns a 1.27 ERA, 0.65 WHIP, and a whopping 119:12 K:BB across 82 1/3 innings pitched in Double-A. The 22-year-old has moved beyond Double-A and should be in line for a promotion to the majors, or at least a call-up to Triple-A Tacoma. Anderson might not make his MLB debut until 2027, but could make a case if he continues to put up outstanding numbers in the minors.
Source: MiLB Central
Source: MiLB Central
Kaelen Culpepper Still Worth Stashing After Being Reinstated from the IL
Minnesota Twins shortstop prospect Kaelen Culpepper has logged a hit in four of his last six games since being activated from the 7-day injured list. Culpepper was reinstated from the IL on July 24 after missing a few weeks with a hand injury. Although he has struggled recently to the tune of a .208 batting average since returning, the Twins' No. 2 overall prospect has produced overall in Triple-A. The 23-year-old is slashing .266/.366/.471 with 14 home runs, 44 RBI, 58 runs, and 16 stolen bases through 320 plate appearances. The Twins are expected to be buyers at the deadline, and like his teammate Walker Jenkins, Culpepper might not get the call to The Show until rosters expand in September. With the upside and power/speed combo, Culpepper is still worth stashing in most leagues.
Source: MILB.com
Source: MILB.com
Bhayshul Tuten Continuing to Make Noise at Jaguars Camp
Following an impressive offseason program, Jacksonville running back Bhayshul Tuten has been an early standout at Jaguars training camp, with Sports Illustrated's John Shipley reporting that he has exceeded expectations in handling the bulk of first-team responsibilities while Chris Rodriguez Jr. continues to ramp up his activity following offseason surgery on his left foot. "He has popped off at least one explosive run in every practice, with several coming against the Jaguars' NFL-best run defense." Tuten has also flashed in the passing game, turning a short completion into a touchdown during Friday's red zone work, and that could become a spot where he's leaned on heavily throughout the year. Travis Etienne Jr. earned at least 50 targets in his final three seasons with the Jaguars, and with Rodriguez totaling only six catches on seven targets over that same span, it seems unlikely he will serve much of a role in soaking up those vacated looks. Tuten is RotoBaller's RB24, but as positive stories continue to flood out of Jaguars camp, he is a candidate to see his ADP rise throughout draft season.
Source: John Shipley
Source: John Shipley
Bulls Try to Move Patrick Williams
Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams is reportedly being shopped, with the team willing to attach draft compensation to move his contract, per Evan Sidery. Williams, 24, has three years left on the five-year, $90 million extension he signed in 2024, including an $18 million player option for 2028-29. Moving him would give Chicago more flexibility amid its reported interest in the Clippers' restricted free-agent Bennedict Mathurin, though that pursuit may not be as aggressive as first believed. Williams posted career lows of 7.0 points and 3.0 rebounds while shooting 34.7 percent from three last season, leaving him off the redraft radar unless a new team gives him a cleaner role.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
Walker Jenkins Continues to Make a Case as a Priority Stash
Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins has logged a hit in 10 of his last 11 games and is hitting .262 (11-for-42) with seven walks and three stolen bases during that stretch. Overall, Jenkins is slashing .268/.377/.432 with four home runs, 15 doubles, 35 runs, and 10 stolen bases across 223 plate appearances in Triple-A St. Paul. The Twins are dealing with injuries in the outfield as Byron Buxton (hip) was recently placed on the injured list with a right hip impingement. Minnesota is expected to be buyers at the MLB trade deadline, so that could impact Jenkins' call-up. The 21-year-old dealt with a Grade 2 AC joint sprain in his left shoulder earlier in the year, but it hasn't slowed him down. He's posted a .931 OPS and 10.1 BB% in 30 games since returning from the injured list. Jenkins is making a case for a priority stash, but the Twins might not promote the former first-round pick until MLB rosters expand in September.
Source: MILB.com
Source: MILB.com
