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Germie Bernard Requires Patience in Redraft Leagues
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Germie Bernard may not have an immediate impact, requiring fantasy managers to be patient in redraft leagues. Bernard was held to zero catches on one target during Week 2 of the preseason, despite the fact that he could have handled an increased role with DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. sidelined. Nevertheless, the rookie took a backseat, leaving the door open for Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek to produce instead. The 22-year-old out of Alabama continues to possess upside in dynasty fantasy leagues, but his value in redraft formats is severely limited as long as he's fourth or fifth on the wide receiver depth chart.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Christian Watson Ready for Full Season and Full-Time Role
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson continued his path to being the team's de facto WR1 as he caught passes from starting quarterback Jordan Love at Monday's practice, according to SI's Bill Huber. The 27-year-old impressed late in his 2025 campaign when he returned from a torn ACL injury and caught 35 passes for 611 yards and six touchdowns. The Packers' receiving corps will look a little different this season with Romeo Doubs departing for the New England Patriots over the summer, further opening the door for Watson to shoulder a heavier workload. Even with his injury history, the increased usage should make this fifth-year wideout a more efficient fantasy asset. A healthy Christian Watson is a high-end WR3 who can flash WR2 upside in 2026.
Source: Bill Huber, SI.com
Source: Bill Huber, SI.com
Can Davante Adams Replicate His WR1 Finish?
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams finished the 2025 season as a WR1 in fantasy football, and he remains an appealing fantasy option for 2026. Specifically, Adams was the overall WR9 in PPR leagues last year, catching 60 passes for 789 yards and 14 touchdowns. This was his worst yardage total since 2015, but he still put together a highly productive season with the second-highest touchdown total of his career. Although Adams does have to share targets with Puka Nacua, he benefits from having such a prominent role in an offense led by prolific passer Matthew Stafford. Last year's MVP showed that he is capable of supporting two top-12 fantasy receivers in one season, so even though Adams is already 33 years old, he's a viable low-end WR1 for fantasy managers who choose to target other positions early in their 2026 drafts.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Ravens Don't Have "Definitive Answer" on Nnamdi Madubuike's Status
The Baltimore Ravens don't have a "definitive answer" regarding defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike's (neck) availability for Week 1, head coach Jesse Minter told Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. The team isn't sure whether there will be enough time for him to get ready over the next couple of weeks, and at the moment, they're just focusing on the defender's day-to-day improvement. A serious neck injury limited Madubuike to just two games last year, but he has been productive in years past, such as when he recorded 99 tackles, 19.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles between 2023 and 2024. Madubuike, a 2020 third-round pick out of Texas A&M, is expected to be a key piece of the Ravens' defense this year, but as it stands, there's a real chance he misses the team's season opener Sept. 13 against the Colts.
Source: Jeff Zrebiec
Source: Jeff Zrebiec
Steelers at Contract "Impasse" with Joey Porter Jr.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (back) have reached an "impasse" in contract negotiations, head coach Mike McCarthy told Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com. Porter is currently on the PUP list, and while his back injury isn't expected to linger into the regular season, the contract issue could have an impact on his workload for Week 1. The 26-year-old defender is coming off a solid season in which he tallied 52 tackles, one sack, and one interception across 14 games. McCarthy said that he hopes to have the opportunity to coach Porter soon, and teammate Jalen Ramsey also delivered public comments in which he said the Steelers "[have] got to pay" the Penn State product. We'll see if that comes to fruition within the next couple of weeks, though. If not, there's no guarantee that Porter suits up for the Steelers' season opener Sept. 13 against the Atlanta Falcons.
Source: Brooke Pryor
Source: Brooke Pryor
Pat Freiermuth Gearing Up for Bounce-Back 2026 Season
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth is earning his starting spot on the depth chart with a heavy practice load to round out the preseason. According to Alex Kozora of Steelers Depot, Freiermuth ranked third on the team in targets (13) and tied for second-most receptions (11) through seven preseason practices. The sixth-year veteran is coming off a disappointing 2025 season when his pass-catching abilities were tempered by former offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, and he logged just 41 receptions for 486 yards and four touchdowns. Fellow tight end Darnell Washington has caught more targets during preseason play, but the heavy practice load suggests Freiermuth will be Aaron Rodgers' preferred third-down target. Freiermuth should be viewed as a late-round or streaming TE with upside.
Source: Steelers Depot
Source: Steelers Depot
Nicholas Singleton Expected at Titans' Practice on Tuesday
The Tennessee Titans expect rookie running back Nicholas Singleton (foot) to return to practice on Tuesday, ESPN's Turron Davenport reported on Monday. The Penn State product, who sustained a Jones fracture (a break in the fifth metatarsal) at the end of his collegiate career, has previously been limited in practices and missed Tennessee's preseason matchup against the Seattle Seahawks due to foot and ankle injury concerns. Singleton finished his 2025 campaign ranked second on the Nittany Lions in rushing yards (549) and rushing TDs (13) before injuring his foot in January 2026. The fifth-round pick logged eight carries for 31 yards in one preseason appearance for the Titans, but isn't expected to get much playing time as long as Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears are healthy. Singleton has sleeper potential, but is a better late-round dynasty stash than a redraft league candidate.
Source: Turron Davenport
Source: Turron Davenport
Myles Garrett Misses Practice on Monday
Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett (knee) did not practice on Monday, according to Stu Jackson of the team's official website. The extent of Garrett's injury is unknown, but head coach Sean McVay did say that the star defender is "doing good." The 30-year-old was traded from the Browns to the Rams during the offseason, offering a major boost to Los Angeles' Super Bowl-caliber roster. Last year in Cleveland, he amassed 60 tackles, three forced fumbles, and a career-high 23 sacks. He was the top-scoring defensive lineman in fantasy football, in addition to setting a new NFL single-season sack record. Fortunately, it doesn't sound like Garrett's injury is too serious, so he should be able to play in the Rams' season opener Sept. 10 against the San Francisco 49ers.
Source: Stu Jackson
Source: Stu Jackson
Justice Hill Listed as RB2 on the Ravens' Depth Chart
Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill was listed as the No. 2 option behind Derrick Henry on the team's latest unofficial depth chart. It seemed like Adam Randall (undisclosed) and Rasheen Ali were both trending up this preseason, but nevertheless, Hill is holding on to his second-string role for the time being. Hill was the RB37 in PPR leagues in 2024, but he took a step backward when he missed seven games last year. With that being said, Hill is still a very productive pass-catching back who should consistently play on receiving downs. He had 42 catches and 383 receiving yards in his explosive season in 2024, and he should continue to get involved in a new offensive system led by coordinator Declan Doyle, assuming he's able to stay healthy. There's low-end fantasy appeal in PPR leagues here. Hill won't get a significant number of carries regardless of whether Derrick Henry is on the field, but he should maintain a consistent receiving role, which makes him a low-end flex in deeper PPR formats.
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Eli Stowers Misses Practice on Monday with Hamstring Issue
Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Eli Stowers (hamstring) did not participate in Monday's practice. This marks the first time Stowers' name has appeared on the injury report, and fantasy managers should be concerned about his Week 1 availability. The Eagles drafted Stowers with their second-round pick, and he is expected to succeed veteran tight end Dallas Goedert. At Vanderbilt, the tight end recorded 769 yards and four touchdowns in 12 games as a senior. While he's not expected to be a major fantasy contributor early in the season, fantasy managers should track his hamstring status, as it could open up more volume for Goedert.
Source: Martin Frank
Source: Martin Frank
Kirk Cousins Listed as Starter on Raiders' Unofficial Depth Chart
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins was listed as the starter on the team's unofficial depth chart ahead of their preseason finale against the San Francisco 49ers. According to head coach Klint Kubiak, Cousins has taken most of the first-team reps in practice and that it is "his job to lose." The veteran quarterback signed a two-year, $12.6 million deal with the Raiders this offseason and was set to compete with first-overall pick Fernando Mendoza for the starting job. With Cousins and most of the starting offense not playing in the team's second preseason game against the Houston Texans, it points to the 15th-year quarterback starting in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins. Even if Cousins is named the starting quarterback this season, his lack of weapons and rushing ability leaves him as an irrelevant piece in fantasy this season.
Source: Las Vegas Raiders
Source: Las Vegas Raiders
Darren Waller Not Expected to Play in Preseason Finale
Carolina Panthers tight end Darren Waller is not expected to play in the preseason finale against the Houston Texans. Head coach Dave Canales said, "he'll pop into team drills, and we'll get him some exposure against the Texans in joint practices this week." Waller signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with Carolina last week and appears to be in incredible shape heading into his tenth NFL season. Last season with the Miami Dolphins, Waller caught 24 of 34 targets for 283 yards and six touchdowns in nine games, ranking TE14 in half-PPR fantasy points per game. The former Raiders star tight end is currently ranked TE33 in RotoBaller's positional rankings and is unlikely to be a key fantasy contributor this season.
Source: Anthony Rizzuti - Panthers Wire
Source: Anthony Rizzuti - Panthers Wire
James Conner Does Not Practice on Monday
Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (foot) did not participate in Monday's practice. Conner is recovering from a dislocated ankle/foot that required season-ending surgery last season. The veteran running back has yet to take part in 11-on-11 drills at training camp, though he has been seen in individual drills throughout camp. With the team signing former Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier and drafting Jeremiyah Love with the fourth-overall pick, Conner is likely to be in a reserve role during the 2026 season. If Love (ankle) misses time early in the season due to his high-ankle sprain, Conner could see action if he's healthy and ready to go against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Source: Theo Mackie - AZC Sports
Source: Theo Mackie - AZC Sports
Kendre Miller Says He'll Take on Bigger Role With Fellow RB Hurt
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller expects a larger role following veteran Alvin Kamara's injury. Kamara sprained his MCL during a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams and is expected to miss time, possibly into the regular season. Miller told the media on Monday, "It's always a next-man-up mentality. I have a bigger role now that AK is down, so I'm going to just take that and try to run with it." In three seasons, Miller has totaled 677 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns in 21 career games, though he has missed 30 games, including several hamstring injuries and a torn ACL he suffered in Week 7 last season. With former Jaguars running back Travis Etienne expected to handle most of the work in the backfield, Miller profiles as an early-season handcuff until Kamara returns. Fantasy managers should look to other options instead of Miller in the late rounds of fantasy drafts.
Source: NOF Network
Source: NOF Network
Falcons Starting QB Job for the Taking for Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (knee) has a chance to win the starting job, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Rapoport said the Falcons' goal was to have veteran quarterback Tua Tagovailoa start the season right away, but Tagovailoa's lackluster play in training camp and the preseason opens the door for Penix to start. "This is Michael Penix's job for the taking." Penix was the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and completed under 60% of his passes for 2,719 yards, with 12 touchdowns and six interceptions in 12 games. Penix tore his ACL late last season and was recently cleared to participate in 11-on-11 drills at practice. If Penix surges late and Tagovailoa continues to struggle, watch for the Falcons to start the 2026 season with the third-year quarterback.
Source: Ian Rapoport - ESPN/NFL Network
Source: Ian Rapoport - ESPN/NFL Network
