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Charlie Condon Continues to Display Stash-Worthy Pop
Colorado Rockies corner infield/outfield prospect Charlie Condon's strong Triple-A campaign continued on Sunday, collecting a walk and a pair of hits, including a home run that ended an 18-game homerless drought. Despite the home run cold spell, the Rockies' third-ranked prospect now has 21 through 91 games, along with a strong .287/.402/.553 slash line. The emergence of TJ Rumfield and surprising production from a number of other players, along with the fact that Condon isn't on the 40-man roster, has hindered his path to the majors, and although the team parted ways with outfielder Brenton Doyle on Monday, it was outfielder Jordan Beck who got the call to the big leagues to replace him, not Condon. Still, as good as he's been this year, one would expect that the team would like to give him a taste of the MLB before next season, so look for a debut in the coming weeks. With the type of power the 6-foot-5 slugger possesses, he's worth stashing in an N/A spot in hopes he can make a difference, at least in the home run category, in the fantasy playoffs.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Chargers Not Expected to Add Veteran Wide Receiver
The Los Angeles Chargers are not expected to add a veteran wide receiver at this stage of the offseason, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. That would leave Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston, and Tre' Harris as the leading options in a young receiver room. McConkey led the team with 789 receiving yards and scored six touchdowns in 2025, while Johnston set career highs with 51 catches and 735 yards and led the Chargers with eight receiving scores. Harris added 30 receptions for 324 yards and one touchdown as a rookie. General manager Joe Hortiz said in May that the door was not closed on another reunion with free agent Keenan Allen, who led Los Angeles with 81 catches last season, but Graziano's report suggests the team is prepared to move forward without another veteran addition. The news keeps the path open for Harris to earn more work behind McConkey and Johnston, though the Chargers could still change course if injuries or camp performance create a need.
Source: NFL Daily News
Source: NFL Daily News
Jeremiah Smith Says Arthur Smith Will Improve Offense
After former Ohio State offensive coordinator Brian Hartline left for a head coaching job at South Florida, the Buckeyes hired former Tennessee Titans, Atlanta Falcons, and Pittsburgh Steelers play-caller Arthur Smith ahead of the 2026 season. Smith has been a controversial NFL offensive coordinator thanks to his run-first approach, but star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith does not share those concerns. "I feel like our offense is going to be better," Smith said. "Arthur Smith came in, and we know he's got NFL background. He's been teaching a lot of different things and showing a lot of different ways of how he got people to ball." Last season, Ohio State ranked 23rd nationally in passing yards per game (268.2), 72nd in rushing yards per game (154.4), and 21st in points per game (33.4). Expect Smith to get the most out of running back Bo Jackson, potentially enhancing the Buckeyes' rushing attack.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Justin Herbert Exceeding Mike McDaniel's Expectations
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has impressed new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel even more than expected, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN. McDaniel praised Herbert's rare combination of size, arm strength and field vision, saying the quarterback can play with anticipation and reach areas of the field that most passers cannot. He also called Herbert the team's hardest worker, which has helped the rest of the offense buy into the changes being installed. One of those adjustments has Herbert lining up with his left foot forward in the shotgun, allowing him to get the ball out sooner and better match his throws to the timing of the routes. Herbert completed 66.4% of his passes for 3,727 yards, 26 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in 16 games last season, while adding a career-high 498 rushing yards. Positive summer reviews do not guarantee a jump in fantasy production, but the early fit between Herbert and McDaniel is encouraging.
Source: Dan Graziano
Source: Dan Graziano
Walker Jenkins Pads MLB-Ready Resume With Latest Three-Hit Effort
Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins has been a steady force at the plate for Triple-A St. Paul this year and has reached base safely via hit or walk in 23 straight games after a three-hit effort in his latest contest on Sunday. The Twins' top-ranked prospect is now slashing .299/.396/.479 with six home runs, 10 steals, and nearly as many walks (32) as strikeouts (37). The former fifth-overall draft pick missed a month and a half earlier this year with a shoulder injury, with injuries something that has become a regular occurrence over the course of his minor league career, having never played in more than 84 games in any one particular season. Nevertheless, the 6-foot-3 slugger has been productive when on the field, producing a slash line on par with his 2026 numbers during his minor league career: .296/.399/.467. Look for the 21-year-old to make his MLB debut later this year, and he should be viewed as a stashworthy multi-category producer for fantasy.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Giants Promote Infield Prospect Eddys Leonard to the Big Leagues
The San Francisco Giants have promoted Dominican infield prospect Eddys Leonard to the major-league roster on Tuesday, sources told Francys Romero. The 25-year-old originally signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2017 and spent almost 10 years working his way through the minor leagues. He earned his first MLB call-up after hitting a combined .272/.361/.509 with an .870 OPS, 16 home runs, 51 RBI, 44 runs scored, and eight stolen bases in 77 games across 321 plate appearances this year with Triple-A Sacramento and Triple-A Nashville. The rebuilding Gigantes will give Leonard a big-league roster spot after trading away some pieces at Monday's Aug. 3 deadline. It's unclear how much he will play in San Francisco, but his versatility- he has experience everywhere on defense except catcher- will improve his odds of making an impact down the stretch as the Giants play out the string. Leonard's power stroke from the right side makes him worth looking into in NL-only fantasy leagues.
Source: Francys Romero
Source: Francys Romero
Keon Coleman Continues Strong Start to Bills Camp
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman continued his strong start to training camp during Tuesday's one-on-one period. Rookie Watch reported that Coleman won all four of his reps against cornerback Maxwell Hairston, again using his size and catch radius to make plays at the catch point. The third-year receiver is trying to bounce back after finishing 2025 with 38 receptions for 404 yards and four touchdowns in 13 games. Buffalo added DJ Moore to lead the outside passing game, while Khalil Shakir remains an established target for Josh Allen, so Coleman still has work to do before earning a dependable weekly role. The Bills have praised his improved preparation and understanding of the offense, and his recent camp performances are encouraging. Still, one-on-one drills favor receivers and do not settle the target hierarchy. Coleman is gaining momentum, but fantasy managers should wait to see the progress carry into team periods and preseason games.
Source: Rookie Watch
Source: Rookie Watch
Danny Scudero Not Practicing as Fall Camp Begins
Colorado wide receiver Danny Scudero (undisclosed) is not practicing to begin fall camp and was seen in a walking boot and riding a scooter, according to On3's Brian Howell. Programs usually keep injury information close to the vest, but this is not a great sign for the San Jose State transfer. It's unclear how long the injury will sideline him. Last season, Scudero led the country in receiving yards (1,297) on 88 receptions. He hauled in 10 touchdowns. With Scudero out of action, Texas transfer DeAndre Moore (leg), who was active at practice, could develop into Julian Lewis' clear No. 1 wide receiver in the passing game.
Source: Brian Howell - On3
Source: Brian Howell - On3
Dillon Gabriel Making Case for Browns' QB3 Role
Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel is expected to receive more practice reps after stacking several good days in training camp, according to Cleveland.com. Head coach Todd Monken has narrowed the starting competition to Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders so both can get enough work, leaving Gabriel outside the battle for the No. 1 job. The additional reps should instead give the second-year passer a chance to strengthen his hold on a roster spot and show whether he belongs in the backup conversation. Gabriel appeared in 10 games and made six starts as a rookie, completing 110 of 185 passes for 937 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions. He is not expected to work with the first-team offense based on the current rotation, but his recent play has improved his standing in the quarterback room. Gabriel remains off the standard fantasy radar, though he could become relevant in deeper Superflex formats if he earns the backup role.
Source: Cleveland.com
Source: Cleveland.com
Chris Bell Still a Long Way From Joining Practice
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Chris Bell (knee) remains a long way from joining practice as he continues recovering from a torn ACL, according to C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald. Offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik did not provide a timetable for the rookie, who remains on the active/non-football injury list. Bell tore the ACL in his left knee during Louisville's November 22 loss to SMU and underwent surgery in December. Miami still selected him 94th overall in April after he caught 72 passes for 917 yards and six touchdowns across 11 games last season. Bell has not practiced with the Dolphins, and Slowik's comments suggest his return is not close. There is no confirmation that he will miss the entire season, but fantasy managers should not expect him to contribute early in his rookie year.
Source: C. Isaiah Smalls II
Source: C. Isaiah Smalls II
Angels Designate Jorge Soler for Assignment
The Los Angeles Angels designated outfielder Jorge Soler for assignment on Tuesday, according to Francys Romero. The Angels traded away a handful of players by Monday's deadline, but they couldn't find any takers for Soler, who is hitting .203/.291/.373 with a .664 OPS, 12 home runs, 49 RBI, and 36 runs scored with a 32.7% strikeout rate in his 13th major-league season in 2026. The 34-year-old Cuban slugger should find a taker on waivers for his power stroke from the right side of the plate, but he won't be much more than a deep-league flier off the waiver wire for fantasy managers who are desperate for power if he latches on with a new team and sees regular playing time. With Soler now out of the picture in Anaheim, catcher Moises Ballesteros, who was acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Monday in the Ryan Zeferjahn trade, figures to operate as the Angels' primary designated hitter for the rest of the season. After hitting 11 first-half homers, Soler has gone 7-for-45 (.156) with one homer, four walks, and 22 strikeouts in 12 games since the mid-July All-Star break. He is now rostered in under 10% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Francys Romero
Source: Francys Romero
Miles O'Neil Leading the North Carolina Quarterback Competition?
According to R.L. Bynum of the Tar Heel Tribune, North Carolina quarterback Miles O'Neil got the first reps of fall practice last week. Many have assumed Wisconsin transfer Billy Edwards Jr. was slated to start for UNC this season, but O'Neil appears to be making it a true competition. O'Neil spent the last two seasons at Texas A&M, tallying 171 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in limited action behind Marcel Reed. New offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino said he liked what he saw out of the quarterback position as a whole, so this quarterback battle could take the rest of fall camp to play out. The Tar Heels open the college football season with a Week 0 matchup against TCU, which will also have a new starting quarterback following the departure of Josh Hoover.
Source: R.L. Bynum
Source: R.L. Bynum
KC Concepcion Ready for Practice on Tuesday
Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion (shoulder) was seen in pads before the start of Tuesday's training camp practice, suggesting he's ready to return after suffering what was deemed a minor right-shoulder injury on Monday, according to Dan Labbe of Clevelanddot.com. The 21-year-old 24th overall selection from Texas A&M and fellow wideout Denzel Boston could both push veteran Jerry Jeudy for targets in Cleveland's offense in 2026. Concepcion should be a lock to start in three-receiver sets in his first year in the NFL, but the question is whether the Browns have a capable quarterback who can get the young wideout the ball regularly. The 6-foot, 196-pound burner produced for both the Aggies and at North Carolina State and will be a late-round sleeper worth considering for WR depth in upcoming fantasy football drafts. RotoBaller has Concepcion ranked as the No. 48 fantasy WR as he heads into his first season in the NFL. UPDATE: The Athletic's Zac Jackson reports that Concepcion was limited to individual drills on Tuesday.
Source: Clevelanddot.com - Dan Labbe
Source: Clevelanddot.com - Dan Labbe
Evan Stewart Feels "More Explosive" Entering 2026
Oregon wide receiver Evan Stewart (knee) missed the entire 2025 season due to a right patellar tendon tear, but the speedster said he feels "more explosive" following his rehab. "I was always a top-end burner, so it was surprising, catching myself getting real explosive in acceleration," Stewart said. "Just because I always wanted to have that. Now I feel like I got both." The Tennessee native flashed in two seasons at Texas A&M and one year with the Ducks, collecting 139 passes for 1,776 yards and 11 touchdowns in 31 career games. Now entering his fifth year of college football, Stewart could be primed for the best season of his career with second-year Ducks' starter Dante Moore at quarterback. At his full potential, he could be one of the country's top wideouts in 2026.
Source: Rob Moseley - GoDucks.com
Source: Rob Moseley - GoDucks.com
Antonio Williams Continues to Mix In With First-Team Offense
Washington Commanders wide receiver Antonio Williams received a handful of reps with the first-team offense during Tuesday's 11-on-11 work, according to Denton Day. The third-round rookie has mixed in with the starters at other points early in camp, so this was not necessarily a sudden promotion. It does show that Washington is giving him a look alongside Jayden Daniels while the receiver rotation takes shape. Williams was selected 71st overall after leading Clemson with 55 receptions for 604 yards and four touchdowns in 2025. Head coach Dan Quinn also said Tuesday that Williams is further along than Luke McCaffrey was at the same point as a rookie, though he noted that McCaffrey had only recently moved from quarterback. Terry McLaurin remains the clear lead receiver, with Treylon Burks, Dyami Brown, Luke McCaffrey, Van Jefferson and others competing for snaps. Williams is still only a deeper dynasty option, but repeated first-team work would strengthen his case for an early role.
Source: Denton Day
Source: Denton Day
Ja'Tavion Sanders Suffers Ankle Injury on Tuesday
Carolina Panthers tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle) left Tuesday's training camp practice with an ankle injury, but head coach Dave Canales said he had a great day, according to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer. It doesn't sound like Sanders suffered a serious injury, but we'll keep an eye on his status moving forward. The 23-year-old former fourth-round pick in the 2024 NFL draft from the University of Texas had a disappointing sophomore campaign in 2025, playing in only 13 regular-season games while catching 29 passes for 190 yards and one touchdown. Sanders had a 33-342-1 line in 16 games as a rookie, so he hasn't exactly moved the needle much in fantasy football early in his NFL career. Going into Year 3, Sanders is expected to be Carolina's primary pass-catching TE, but he also has to contend with both Tommy Tremble and Mitchell Evans. The Panthers' offense just hasn't relied enough on the TE position to make Sanders matter in most fantasy football leagues. Sanders is outside of RotoBaller's top-41 rankings at the position for 2026.
Source: The Charlotte Observer - Mike Kaye
Source: The Charlotte Observer - Mike Kaye
Josh Heupel Slams NCAA for Arion Carter Suspension
Following the NCAA's suspension of All-SEC Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter for taking a $427 agent-funded flight (which he paid back) during the NFL pre-draft process, Vols head coach Josh Heupel called the decision "bull----." "I think it is extremely unfortunate and not the right decision," Heupel said. He also referred to the ruling as "outdated." Carter was the leading tackler in the SEC last season (7.6 per game) and is slated to miss the matchups with Furman and Georgia Tech to open the 2026 campaign. In 31 career games, Carter has tallied 161 total tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception, and nine pass deflections. In his absence, linebackers Jadon Perlotte, Edwin Spillman, Amare Campbell, and Jeremiah Telander will be forced to step up.
Source: Volquest
Source: Volquest
Travis Hunter Expected to Have Package Role at Wide Receiver
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter is expected to work as a package player on offense while taking on a key role at cornerback, according to ESPN. Head coach Liam Coen said the Jaguars now have a better understanding of where Hunter fits after asking him to learn too much of the offense as a rookie. Rather than carrying the entire playbook, Hunter will focus on selected plays and situations, including third downs, the red zone, two-minute drills, quick screens, and opportunities to get him the ball in space. He caught 28 passes for 298 yards and one touchdown in seven games last season before a knee injury ended his year. With Parker Washington, Brian Thomas Jr., and Jakobi Meyers already in the receiver rotation, Hunter's offensive snap count remains unclear. The specialized role should still create chances for him to make plays, but inconsistent volume could make him difficult to trust as a weekly fantasy starter.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Luther Burden III Slow to Get Up After Goal-Line Hit
Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III was slow to get up after taking a hit from linebacker Devin Bush near the goal line late in Tuesday's practice, according to Brad Biggs. The contact came from behind on a fourth-down pass during a two-minute period, and Burden walked off the field slowly under his own power. No injury or follow-up evaluation has been reported, so his status should be treated as uncertain rather than assuming he avoided an issue. Burden caught 47 passes for 652 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie while adding 37 yards on six carries. He enters his second season as one of Chicago's key receiving options alongside Rome Odunze. The next update from the Bears, or Burden's participation in the next practice, should provide a better idea of whether the hit will cost him any time.
Source: Brad Biggs
Source: Brad Biggs
Kyle Harrison Likely to Return on Wednesday
Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Kyle Harrison (elbow, forearm) isn't dealing with any elbow/forearm discomfort after bouncing back from his last minor-league rehab start, and it looks likely that he'll come off the 15-day injured list to start on Wednesday against the division-rival Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. The 24-year-old southpaw struck out five batters and walked three in 5 2/3 shutout innings in his last rehab start on Thursday at High-A. Harrison has had an excellent year in 2026 in his first season with the Brew Crew, going 8-2 with a 3.01 ERA (3.10 FIP) and 1.08 WHIP with 101 strikeouts and only 20 walks in 83 2/3 innings pitched across 17 starts in his fourth year in the big leagues. Fantasy managers who have been stashing him are hoping that he can quickly regain his pre-injury form and close things out strong. Harrison faced the Pirates back on April 26 at home and picked up his second win of the year, throwing six shutout innings with just one walk and a season-high 12 strikeouts. He's rostered in 85% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
Tennessee Cornerback Jadais Richard Out for the Season
According to On3's Chris Low, Tennessee transfer cornerback Jadais Richard (undisclosed) will miss the entire 2026 season after suffering an injury while training at home. Richard transferred to the program this offseason after three seasons at Miami and one year at Vanderbilt. The veteran has 36 games of college football experience and was slated to play a role alongside Kayin Lee, Ty Redmond, and others in the backend of the Vols' defense. Tennessee replaced defensive coordinator Tim Banks with Jim Knowles following the 2025 season after finishing 15th in the SEC in passing yards allowed per game (244.5). Last year, Tennessee saw its starting cornerbacks go down before Week 2 of the regular season.
Source: Chris Low - On3
Source: Chris Low - On3
Chase Brown Continues to Grow as a Receiver
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown continues to show growth as a receiver. Joe Burrow said Brown has taken another leap catching the ball this offseason, while Charlie Clifford noted that the fourth-year back lined up wide for a couple of reps during Monday's 11-on-11 work. Brown already set a franchise record for a running back, halfback, or fullback with 69 receptions last season, turning them into 437 yards and five touchdowns. He also rushed for 1,019 yards and six scores, giving him 1,456 yards from scrimmage in his first full season as Cincinnati's lead back. A few snaps split out wide do not guarantee a major change in how the Bengals use him, but the look fits Brown's growing role as an all-around weapon. His receiving work remains a major part of his fantasy value, and any further expansion would make him even harder to take off the field.
Source: Charlie Clifford
Source: Charlie Clifford
Freddy Peralta to Make his Rays Debut on Tuesday Against Rockies
Newly-acquired Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Freddy Peralta will make his debut with the team on Tuesday at hitter-friendly Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies as he slides into left-hander Shane McClanahan's (back) spot in the starting rotation, manager Kevin Cash told Rays reporter Ryan Bass. It's a poor spot for Peralta to make his debut with Tampa, although the Rockies rank in the top 10 in strikeouts this year. The 30-year-old Dominican hurler was a disappointment in his first 22 starts (113 2/3 innings) of the year with the New York Mets before they traded him to the Rays on Sunday, going 5-9 with a 4.99 ERA (4.45 FIP) and 1.48 WHIP with 113 strikeouts and 48 walks. He has pitched well in his two starts against the Rockies in 2026, allowing just two earned runs with five walks and nine strikeouts in 10 2/3 innings pitched. In five starts in July, Peralta had a 6.85 ERA (5.65 FIP) with 13 walks and 25 strikeouts in 22 1/3 innings, so he comes to the Rays as a pretty volatile fantasy baseball asset. The good news is that Peralta should be in better hands with the Rays' coaching staff, and he also has an xERA of over a full run lower (3.83) than his current ERA.
Source: Ryan Bass
Source: Ryan Bass
Indiana Debuts at No. 6 in Initial College Football Coaches Poll
The Indiana Hoosiers are ranked as the No. 6 team in the nation in USA Today's preseason coaches poll following their 2025-26 College Football Playoff National Championship win. The program had a whopping eight players picked in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Curt Cignetti has a lot to replace on both sides of the ball, but the team gets the benefit of the doubt after winning 27 of its last 29 games. TCU transfer Josh Hoover will start at quarterback this season as the Hoosiers look to qualify for a third straight College Football Playoff bid. Indiana will not play a team ranked inside the top 25 of the coaches poll until October 17, when the No. 1-ranked Buckeyes come to Bloomington.
Source: On3
Source: On3
TreVeyon Henderson Still a Liability on Passing Downs
The Athletic's Chad Graff writes that it has "looked a bit like last season" with New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson in terms of his inability to separate himself on passing downs. The second-year player out of Ohio State is big and explosive with the ball in his hands, but he continues to make "just enough mistakes in pass protection that it feels like a risk to use him on third downs." The 23-year-old former second-rounder had a very promising rookie campaign in 2025, carrying the ball 180 times for 911 yards (5.1 yards per carry) and nine rushing touchdowns in 17 regular-season games (four starts), adding 35 catches for 221 yards and another score as a receiver. Henderson will once again have a key role in the Patriots' backfield, but his fantasy ceiling will be capped again while he shares the workload with Rhamondre Stevenson. As Graff mentions, Henderson's stock could skyrocket if he improves in pass protection, but until that happens, he should be considered more of a low-end RB2 with upside in Year 2.
Source: The Athletic - Chad Graff
Source: The Athletic - Chad Graff
Ohio State Ranked No. 1 in Preseason Coaches Poll
Ohio State is ranked as the No. 1 team in the country in the preseason coaches' poll via USA Today. The Buckeyes saw 11 players selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by Carnell Tate, Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles, and Caleb Downs in the top half of the first round. However, Ryan Day's program is never hurting on talent, and the team brings back starting quarterback Julian Sayin, star wideout Jeremiah Smith, and several other preseason All-Big Ten selections. The Buckeyes finished last season with an undefeated regular-season record before dropping games against Indiana in the Big Ten Championship and Miami in the second round of the College Football Playoff. Its 2026 schedule is loaded with difficult matchups, including games against No. 2 Oregon, No. 4 Texas, No. 6 Indiana, and No. 14 USC.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Kayshon Boutte's Stock is Surging
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is already up to four catches in training camp practice on Tuesday, according to the Boston Herald's Andrew Callahan, and he continues to see his stock surge this summer as a potential trade candidate before the start of the 2026 regular season. Boutte has stated his desire to remain with the Patriots, but after the offseason additions of Pro Bowler A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, Boutte could be the odd-man out after catching 78 passes for 1,159 yards and nine touchdowns in 34 games (23 starts) in his first three years in the NFL. The 24-year-old former sixth-rounder from LSU did have a career-high six touchdowns in 14 regular-season games in 2025, but there is just a lot of competition for targets now in New England's WR room. Boutte is competing for a role in 2026 (if he stays in New England) with DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism. For fantasy purposes, Boutte's best path to fantasy relevance in 12-team formats would be a trade out of town.
Source: Boston Herald - Andrew Callahan
Source: Boston Herald - Andrew Callahan
Jonathon Brooks Won't Play in Hall of Fame Game
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales said that running back Jonathon Brooks will not play in Canton, Ohio, in Thursday's Hall of Fame preseason game versus the Arizona Cardinals, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. The Panthers aren't planning on playing their starters to open the preseason slate, and it makes all the sense in the world not to put Brooks in harm's way when considering his history of knee injuries. The 23-year-old former second-rounder in 2024 from the University of Texas has played in only three games for the Panthers due to two torn ACLs. The Texas native is fully healthy this summer, though, and heads into his third NFL campaign as the favorite for change-of-pace duties behind Chuba Hubbard in Carolina. Hubbard will most likely continue to serve as the team's RB1, but Brooks has been impressive so far in camp and could cut into his overall touches, making him an intriguing late-round flier at the position, especially if you have Hubbard rostered. RotoBaller has Brooks ranked as the No. 40 fantasy RB for 2026.
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Xavier Legette Suffers a Stinger, Won't Play in Hall of Fame Game
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales said on Tuesday that wide receiver Xavier Legette (neck) suffered a stinger in training camp practice and isn't dealing with a concussion, according to Steve Reed of The Associated Press. Legette will not play in Thursday's Hall of Fame preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, but he's expected to return to the practice field next week. It doesn't sound like the Panthers are worried about Legette's availability for the 2026 regular-season opener in early September, which is good news, considering rookie wideout Chris Brazzell II (knee) is already out for the season. As long as Legette doesn't pick up any more injuries, he figures to be the favorite for WR3 duties to begin the 2026 season in Carolina behind Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker. The 25-year-old from South Carolina hasn't lived up to expectations after the Panthers took him 32nd overall in 2024, as Legette has recorded 84 catches for 860 yards and seven touchdowns in 31 games (25 starts) in his two seasons. He had a 35-363-3 line in 15 games in 2025, which was a step back from his rookie numbers. Fantasy managers in typical 12-team leagues should be avoiding Legette in drafts.
Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed
Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed
Jets Confident That Kenyon Sadiq Will be Ready for Week 1
New York Jets rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq (hernia) had a setback after having surgery in the offseason for a hernia, head coach Aaron Glenn told Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Glenn said that Sadiq will "be out for a little bit." However, Glenn also said he's not worried about Sadiq and that he's "very confident" he'll be ready for the Week 1 regular-season opener in September. The 21-year-old former 16th overall pick from the University of Oregon will continue to sit out of practice at training camp. Ultimately, Sadiq should be good for the start of the regular season, but he is missing valuable reps in camp that could put him behind the eight ball in terms of his involvement in New York's offense early in his rookie season, especially since the Jets already have a very capable pass-catching TE in Mason Taylor. Sadiq's elite athleticism and pass-catching prowess down the field make him a popular dynasty/keeper pick going into his rookie campaign, but fantasy managers in redraft formats might want to temper expectations as more of a low-end TE2 with upside in 2026.
Source: The Athletic - Zack Rosenblatt
Source: The Athletic - Zack Rosenblatt
