August 24, 2025
New England Patriots rookie wide receiver
Efton Chism III (ankle, foot) did not practice on Sunday as he battles ankle and foot injuries, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss. The same ailments kept Chism III from playing in the team's preseason finale against the New York Giants on Thursday. An undrafted free agent signee out of Eastern Washington, Chism III has been a standout in training camp and recorded 12 catches across the two preseason contests he took part in. He's reportedly fighting with second-year wide receiver
Javon Baker for one of the last spots on New England's initial 53-man roster. Even if he makes the team, Chism III is unlikely to be fantasy-relevant in 2025, but he could be a name to monitor in dynasty formats.
--Will BradySource: ESPN - Mike Reiss
August 24, 2025
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver
Jauan Jennings' (calf) "lingering calf issue and long contractual stalemate with (the team) could combine to send him to the injured reserve list," according to Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard. Jennings has missed the majority of training camp with a calf issue and is also seeking a new contract from the team, which has led to speculation that the calf ailment is disguising a "hold-in." By threatening to place Jennings on injured reserve, which would sideline him for at least four weeks, the team would essentially be attempting to call his bluff. In Kawakami's report, he notes that 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan recently said he expects Jennings to be on the field for Week 1. If that is indeed the case, Jennings profiles as a WR3/flex option in fantasy. However, he obviously comes with significant risk until both his injury and contract situations are resolved.
--Will BradySource: The San Francisco Standard - Tim Kawakami
August
24,
2025
The
New
England
Patriots
are
shopping
fifth-year
safety
Kyle
Dugger,
according
to
Ian
Rapoport
of
NFL
Media.
Despite
starting
in
all
45
of
his
appearances
in
the
previous
three
seasons
and
signing
a
four-year,
$58
million
extension
in
April
2024,
Dugger
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August 24, 2025
The New York Jets waived quarterback
Adrian Martinez on Sunday. Martinez, who went undrafted out of Nebraska in 2023, spent last season on the Jets' practice squad and competed for a roster spot this summer. The 25-year-old played in all three of the Jets' preseason games and went 30-for-51 (58.8%) for 352 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions. Starter
Justin Fields and undrafted rookie
Brady Cook are now the Jets' only healthy signal-callers. However, No. 2 QB
Tyrod Taylor (knee) is on track for Week 1 after recently undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery.
--Connor ByrneSource: Eric Allen - NewYorkJets.com
August 24, 2025
The Green Bay Packers have acquired offensive tackle Darian Kinnard from the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2027 sixth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The Eagles are parting with Kinnard after acquiring offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Kinnard entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in 2022 and has since appeared in just three regular-season games - one with the Chiefs in his rookie campaign and two with the Eagles last year. Amazingly, Kinnard has been a part of three straight Super Bowl-winning teams since he came into the league. The 25-year-old will go for four in a row as a member of the Packers while providing depth behind starters Rasheed Walker and Zach Tom.
--Connor ByrneSource: Adam Schefter
August 24, 2025
The Minnesota Vikings released quarterback
Brett Rypien on Sunday as part of a shakeup at the position. Along with moving on from Rypien, they traded
Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles and signed
Carson Wentz. Their QB room now consists of new starter
J.J. McCarthy, Wentz, and undrafted rookie
Max Brosmer. Rypien spent most of last season on the Vikings' practice squad and didn't get into any games. The 29-year-old appeared in all three of the Vikings' preseason contests this month and combined to go 15-for-29 for 151 yards and an interception. That wasn't enough to convince the organization to retain him. Since going undrafted out of Boise State in 2019, Rypien has gotten into 10 games (all with the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams) and completed 58.3% of passes with four touchdowns against nine interceptions.
--Connor ByrneSource: Kevin Seifert - ESPN
August 24, 2025
According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Dallas Cowboys defensive back Trevon Diggs (knee) is slated to be activated from the PUP list. The defensive back has passed his physical and will be cleared for action. The 26-year-old has been held out of action during training camp as he was recovering from an offseason knee surgery. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he is unable to progress enough to suit up for their season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2021, Diggs enjoyed a career season when he tallied an impressive 11 interceptions. However, over the past two seasons, Diggs has tallied just three interceptions with 39 solo tackles. When healthy, he is expected to serve as a starter in the secondary.
--Andy SmithSource: Ian Rapoport
August 24, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles are acquiring offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Johnson played for the Eagles in each of the past two seasons and will make a quick return to his former club. In 2024, Johnson appeared in all 17 regular-season games but only logged more than 70 snaps in one contest. Johnson began his career in Cincinnati and then played one season in Tampa Bay. Fantasy managers should expect Johnson to provide depth on the offensive line. Currently, starting left tackle Jordan Mailata is dealing with a concussion and left guard Landon Dickerson is recovering from a meniscus injury. If either starter were to miss time, Johnson could find a short-term starting job.
--Andy SmithSource: Adam Schefter
August 24, 2025
San Francisco 49ers rookie running back
Jordan James (finger) is expected to move down the depth chart following the trade that sent Commanders running back
Brian Robinson Jr. to San Francisco. Given Robinson's experience at the NFL level, he will likely be the top option to slot in as the No. 2 running back behind All-Pro
Christian McCaffrey. During the preseason, James was competing for a depth role over second-year running back
Isaac Guerendo, but he suffered a broken finger earlier in August, which has kept him sidelined since. At the time of their injury, James was slated to miss "a couple of weeks." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but given his injury and the acquisition of Robinson, James is not expected to have a prominent role as a rookie. He is best to leave off your draft board in redraft leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: San Francisco 49ers
August 24, 2025
Tennessee Titans' rookie wide receiver
Chimere Dike recorded one reception for one yard on two targets in Friday's 23-13 preseason win over the Vikings. Dike was not involved much on Friday, even with
Calvin Ridley (soreness) not suiting up. Currently, he sits behind Ridley,
Tyler Lockett,
Van Jefferson, and fellow rookie
Elic Ayomanor on the depth chart, but he appears to have established a solid role on special teams. Head coach Brian Callahan has spoken highly of Dike for his work as a returner, and on Friday against the Vikings, he backed it up with a 36-yard kick return.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: AtoZ Sports Nashville
August 24, 2025
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback
Dillon Gabriel is slated to claim a spot on the 53-man roster officially. Earlier on Sunday, the Browns opted to release quarterback
Tyler Huntley, leaving them with four options on their depth chart. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Browns have planned to keep four quarterbacks on their roster for some time, suggesting that Gabriel's position is safe. The Browns selected Gabriel in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Oregon. During their preseason finale this past weekend, Gabriel entered the game after the starter
Joe Flacco, which suggests the team views the Oregon product as the No. 2 option on the depth chart. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he could be in a good position to make his NFL debut early in the season if he can open the campaign as the backup.
--Andy SmithSource: Adam Schefter
August 24, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback
Will Howard (hand) was unable to suit up in their preseason finale on Thursday against the Carolina Panthers. The Ohio State product missed the entirety of the preseason due to a broken bone in his right hand. While the former sixth-round selection had an opportunity to claim the No. 2 job behind
Aaron Rodgers, given that he missed the entire preseason, fantasy managers should expect him to open up as the No. 3 option on the depth chart. In 2024, Howard led the Ohio State Buckeyes to a National Championship. He threw for 4,010 yards with 35:10 TD:INT. His passing yards and passing scores both led the Big Ten. With Howard slated to serve in a depth role in his rookie season, he should only be viewed as a deep league taxi squad stash option in superflex dynasty formats.
--Andy SmithSource: Alan Saunders
August 24, 2025
Dallas Cowboys rookie running back
Phil Mafah carried the ball two times for 16 yards and a touchdown in Friday's 31-13 preseason win over the Falcons. The seventh-round draft pick has impressed in camp and entered the game in the fourth quarter of Friday's game after
Jaydon Blue (ankle) was helped off the field. The Cowboys don't currently have a true RB1, with
Miles Sanders (shoulder),
Javonte Williams,
Deuce Vaughn, and Blue ahead of him on the depth chart. With his performance on Friday and injuries to Sanders and Blue, he may have a chance to make the 53-man roster and compete for touches early on.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: NFL.com
August
24,
2025
According
to
Adam
Schefter,
Cleveland
Browns
rookie
quarterback
Shedeur
Sanders
is
set
to
make
the
53-man
roster.
Earlier
on
Sunday,
the
Browns
released
Tyler
Huntley,
which
leaves
them
with
four
quarterbacks
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August 24, 2025
Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver
Jaylin Lane is feeling comfortable in the Commanders' offense, and did not play in the team's final preseason game on Saturday against the Baltimore Ravens, with no injury reported and multiple starters sitting. With the Commanders' star wide receiver,
Terry McLaurin, still dealing with contract negotiations and status for playing in Week 1 up in the air, Lane has the opportunity to step up with a thin wide receiver room that currently has Deebo Samuel,
K.J. Osborn,
Michael Gallup,
Luke McCaffrey, and
Noah Brown. Lane has been impressive in the Commanders camp, and in two preseason games, he had three receptions for 42 yards and was targeted six times. At this time, Lane is a solid candidate for a late flyer or dynasty stash.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: Washington Commanders
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