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Brian Thomas Jr. Says it "Doesn't Hurt to Run"
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. said one of the focuses of his offseason was making sure he rehabbed and got his body back in the right place for the 2026 season after dealing with multiple injuries last year, according to Action Sports Jax. "It doesn't hurt to run," Thomas said. The ankle, shoulder, and wrist injuries that Thomas dealt with last year could help explain why he was so disappointing in his sophomore season after an incredible rookie campaign that saw him catch 87 of his 133 targets for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns in 17 games played. The 23rd overall pick in 2024 out of LSU caught just 48 passes for 707 yards and two touchdowns in 2025 in 14 regular-season starts. The 23-year-old appears to be fully healthy going into Year 3, and improved chemistry with quarterback Trevor Lawrence could go a long way towards him bouncing back in 2026, even with Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington set for key roles in the Jags' passing attack. Reaching his rookie-year heights isn't realistic, but at a discount this fall, fantasy managers should be willing to pull the trigger and roll the dice that Thomas can improve on his disappointing Year 2 numbers.
Source: Action Sports Jax
Source: Action Sports Jax
Chris Rodriguez Jr. has Foot Procedure, Expected to be Full-Go for Camp
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (foot) had a procedure on his left foot following an injury earlier in the offseason program, but he's expected to be ready for the start of training camp in late July, a team source told Ryan O'Halloran of the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union. Rodriguez, who signed a two-year deal with the team on March 11, has not taken part in any of the team's OTAs and will miss mandatory minicamp, which runs from June 9-11 this week. The 25-year-old is expected to be a full-go for the start of camp. When he rejoins the team, he'll be competing with Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen Jr. for a role in Jacksonville's new-look backfield without Travis Etienne Jr. C-Rod played one season at Kentucky when head coach Liam Coen was the Wildcats' offensive coordinator, but will that be enough to give him an advantage for early-down work over Tuten? The former sixth-rounder of the Commanders in 2023 has averaged 4.6 yards per carry as a rusher in his three years in the NFL, and he recorded a career-high 500 rushing yards and six touchdowns in 13 games (seven starts) in D.C. in 2025. Until we get a better read on the Jags' distribution of RB touches in the summer, Tuten is the better and more explosive RB2 upside selection in upcoming fantasy football drafts.
Source: Jacksonville Florida Times-Union - Ryan O'Halloran
Source: Jacksonville Florida Times-Union - Ryan O'Halloran
Michael Penix Jr. Getting Closer to 11-on-11 Work
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is getting closer to participating in 11-on-11 drills during offseason workouts, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. Penix is still not ready to be a full-go in offseason practices after having surgery in the middle of November last year to fix a partially torn ACL in his left knee. With Penix struggling as the full-time starting QB in 2025 before tearing his ACL, the Falcons went out and signed former Miami Dolphins signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa to give them insurance at the position. Although Penix, the former eighth overall pick in 2024 out of the University of Washington, is expected to compete for the starting QB job in training camp this summer, he could be fighting an uphill battle at this point. The good news is that Penix took part in seven-on-seven drills during OTAs, and he could be a full-go for practices by the time camp starts at the end of July. Still, there's no guarantee Penix will be starting games in 2026, even if he's fully recovered from knee surgery this summer.
Source: Miles Garrett
Source: Miles Garrett
Is Bijan Robinson's Dynasty Value Limited by Questionable Offensive Environment?
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson earned first-team All-Pro honors for his work in 2025, as he finished the year with a league-leading 2,298 scrimmage yards and 11 touchdowns on 366 touches across 17 games. Robinson had his most efficient year as a rusher (5.1 yards per carry) while also setting career-highs in targets (103), receptions (79), and receiving yards (820). Entering 2026, Robinson could be in the best touchdown-scoring position of his career following the offseason departure of former Falcons back Tyler Allgeier, who collected eight rushing touchdowns in a goal-line role in 2025. The overall offensive environment around Robinson in Atlanta remains questionable, as neither Michael Penix Jr. (knee) nor Tua Tagovailoa projects to provide the Falcons with above-average quarterback play. Still, both signal-callers should lean heavily on Robinson in all aspects of the game. As he enters his age-24 season and the prime of his career, Robinson has a compelling case to be valued as the number one overall player in dynasty formats.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Woody Marks Carries Buy-Low Appeal for Dynasty Managers Entering 2026
A fourth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Houston Texans running back Woody Marks finished his rookie year with 911 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 220 touches across 16 games (eight starts). After starting the season in a secondary role behind veteran back Nick Chubb, Marks gradually assumed the RB1 job over the course of the year. However, Marks looks to be back in an RB2 role in Houston entering 2026 after the team's offseason trade acquisition of former Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery. Montgomery is entering his age-29 season and failed to reach 1,000 scrimmage yards for the first time in his career in 2025, but his production decline can largely be attributed to the emergence of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs in Detroit. Still, while Marks may see a decline in goal-line and early-down work in 2026, he should still be Houston's primary pass-catching back. Given Montgomery's age, Marks could still profile as the future of the running back position in Houston as well. In dynasty formats, managers may want to consider buying low on Marks ahead of 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Antonio Williams Poised for Dynasty Breakout in Washington?
After recording over 1,500 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns across his final two collegiate seasons at Clemson, wide receiver Antonio Williams was selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders. In Washington, Williams could be poised to make an immediate impact in a wide receiver room that lacks established NFL difference-makers behind veteran wideout Terry McLaurin. Williams profiles as a slot receiver who thrives with the ball in his hands in open space. That skill set could make him the perfect replacement for former Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr., who collected 802 scrimmage yards and six touchdowns across 16 games with Washington in 2025. Perhaps most importantly, the Commanders appear to be in desperate need of a reliable pass-catcher to step up behind McLaurin and tight end Chig Okonkwo. Williams' main competition for targets and playing time entering training camp looks to be wide receivers Treylon Burks, Dyami Brown, Luke McCaffrey, Jaylin Lane, and Van Jefferson. With a strong showing this summer, Williams' dynasty value could be in position to skyrocket over the course of his rookie season.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyler Warren Poised for Expanded Role in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren could be the biggest beneficiary of his team's offseason trade of wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers, per Joel A. Erickson of the Indianapolis Star. The 15th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Warren recorded 76 catches for 817 yards and four touchdowns on 112 targets across 17 games (12 starts) as a rookie. The 24-year-old actually led Indianapolis in targets in 2025, finishing with one more than Pittman Jr. (111). Still, the departure of Pittman Jr. leaves Warren as the clear number one option in the Colts passing game, with wide receivers Alec Pierce and Josh Downs set for supporting roles. Warren's production tailed off down the stretch last season after Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (Achilles) suffered a season-ending torn Achilles. With Jones expected to be ready for the start of 2026, Warren could be ready to emerge as one of the truly elite tight ends in fantasy football in his second NFL campaign.
Source: Indianapolis Star - Joel A. Erickson
Source: Indianapolis Star - Joel A. Erickson
Seth McGowan "Right in the Thick" of RB2 Battle in Indianapolis
Indianapolis Colts rookie running back Seth McGowan is "right in the thick" of his team's RB2 battle after a productive showing at OTAs, per Andrew Moore of Sports Illustrated. A seventh-round pick out of the University of Kentucky, McGowan recorded 851 yards from scrimmage and 12 touchdowns on 184 touches across 12 games in his final collegiate season. Superstar running back Jonathan Taylor is locked in atop the Colts depth chart at the position and should dominate backfield touches when healthy in 2026. However, the team is currently without an obvious favorite to win the backup role behind Taylor. McGowan's primary competition currently appears to be 2025 fifth-rounder DJ Giddens, who recorded just 26 carries for 96 yards across nine games as a rookie. If McGowan can establish himself as the RB2 in Indianapolis, he would immediately carry handcuff appeal for fantasy managers looking for an insurance policy on Taylor.
Source: Sports Illustrated - Andrew Moore
Source: Sports Illustrated - Andrew Moore
Ashton Dulin Poised to Win Starting Role in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin has seen the majority of the snaps as his team's starting outside wideout opposite WR1 Alec Pierce, per Andrew Moore of Sports Illustrated. Moore writes that Pierce and slot receiver Josh Downs are "locked in" as the Colts' top two wide receivers, but it appears that Dulin has the inside track to be the team's WR3. Dulin has played a limited role in Indianapolis over the past two seasons, recording seven catches for 173 yards and a touchdown on 18 targets across seven games. However, the Colts offseason trade of wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers has opened an opportunity for Dulin. With a career average of 15.6 yards per reception, Dulin profiles as a downfield target who could offer some boom/bust value for fantasy managers in 2026.
Source: Sports Illustrated - Andrew Moore
Source: Sports Illustrated - Andrew Moore
Is Chris Rodriguez Jr. Falling Behind in Jaguars Running Back Battle?
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. has yet to take part in any of the team's organized team activities as he deals with an undisclosed injury, and in his absence, second-year runner Bhayshul Tuten has reportedly been picking up steam. With the team yet to don pads, it's important not to read too much into any running back updates at this point in the calendar, but Rodriguez's availability warrants monitoring as the Jaguars' mandatory minicamp practices begin on Tuesday. Rodriguez has familiarity with Liam Coen's offense from their one year together at Kentucky, but he will eventually need to get back onto the field to maintain the sleeper status he carries into 2026. With the Commanders in 2025, he led the team in red zone and goal line carries, and if he can carve out a similar role in what projects to be a higher-scoring Jacksonville offense, Rodriguez could have weekly fantasy viability and provide lasting value at his current dynasty cost of RotoBaller's RB48.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Drew Allar a Smart Stash in the Middle Rounds of Dynasty Rookie Drafts
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected former five-star quarterback prospect Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and with the team agreeing shortly thereafter on a one-year deal to bring back the 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers for his 21st and final season, the Penn State prospect will have the opportunity to learn behind the scenes while competing for primary backup responsibilities. Allar has prototypical NFL size, but head coach Mike McCarthy and the Steelers are reportedly undertaking a comprehensive mechanical rewiring to remove some of the bad habits he picked up along the way that caused him to drop from the number one recruit out of high school to the fourth quarterback selected in a weak draft class. His raw tools alone are enough to get excited about in the second round of superflex rookie drafts, but with the Day 2 investment and only Mason Rudolph and 2025 sixth-round pick Will Howard standing in the way of a potential starting job when Rodgers does eventually retire, Allar becomes a high-upside stash, who should see his value rise in the coming years.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chris Olave Still a High-Upside Dynasty Swing for the Risk Tolerant
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave finished 2025 as the WR6 in half-PPR formats, and his pace was even stronger following the takeover of the starting quarterback spot by rookie Tyler Shough. In the eight games Olave played with the first-year signal caller starting under center, he racked up a 17-game pace of 102 catches for 1,403 yards and 13 touchdowns, good enough to make him the WR3 over that span. With a full offseason together and Olave reportedly feeling no lingering effects of the blood clot that kept him out of the season finale, fantasy managers can expect a heightened chemistry in 2026. The Saints selected Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson with the eighth pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a significant level of target competition that Olave has not faced in some time, but in Kellen Moore's up-tempo, high-volume offense, there should be no shortage of opportunities, and Olave could potentially benefit from softer coverages moving forward. Still owning a significant history of concussions, Olave will always carry a degree of risk, but at RotoBaller's dynasty WR15, the soon-to-be-26-year-old wideout should continue to return value as long as he's on the field.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jayden Higgins "Going to Have a Great Year"
Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins has reportedly been standing out during the team's organized team activities and is a player to watch as the Texans move into the next phase of the offseason program. The 2025 second-round pick drew the praise of head coach Demeco Ryans for the improvements he's made since his rookie season, while team reporter Aaron Wilson wrote that he's "displaying signs that he could be poised for a breakout", with both commending his increased strength and play speed. Ryans went so far as to say, "He's going to have a great year. Can't wait to see it." Higgins finished his rookie season with 525 yards and six touchdowns on 42 receptions, playing some of his best ball down the stretch and through two postseason games, and at RotoBaller's WR55, he could become a steal in the late rounds of 2026 redraft leagues.
Source: Aaron Wilson
Source: Aaron Wilson
Jacoby Brissett Expected to Report to Minicamp
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett plans to report to mandatory minicamp on Monday despite a contract dispute that caused him to skip the voluntary portions of organized team activities, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Brissett took over for an injured and ineffective Kyler Murray in Week 6, starting 12 games and leading the league's pass-heaviest offense to a 1-11 record in 2025. He is set to make $4.9 million on the final year of the two-year pact he signed in 2025, but with the Cardinals moving on from Murray, signing only Gardner Minshew in free agency, waiting until the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Carson Beck, and declaring that Brissett would remain the starter, the 11th-year veteran is seeking a pay raise. Brissett is RotoBaller's QB27, and with him planning to attend minicamp, how much he actually participates in on-field drills now bears monitoring.
Source: Jeremy Fowler
Source: Jeremy Fowler
Is it Time for Dynasty Managers to Move on From Jarquez Hunter?
A fourth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Los Angeles Rams running back Jarquez Hunter appeared in just five games and did not record a single carry during his rookie season. With Rams running backs Kyren Williams and Blake Corum both appearing in all 17 games for Los Angeles, Hunter never had an opportunity to prove himself. Entering 2026, Williams and Corum remain atop the Rams running back depth chart and are coming off a season in which they combined to record over 2,300 yards from scrimmage and 19 touchdowns. Hunter may not even be guaranteed to win the RB3 role in Los Angeles, as veteran back Ronnie Rivers is also on the team's roster entering training camp. Hunter recorded 1,356 scrimmage yards and nine touchdowns in his final collegiate season at Auburn, so he could have some untapped upside. However, his path to playing time in Los Angeles is hard to see. Dynasty managers may want to consider moving on from Hunter ahead of 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
