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Bryce Young Turning Heads at Panthers' Camp
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has gotten off to a strong start at training camp and has taken full command of the Panthers' offense. Young had his best practice of the summer during the Panthers' second padded practice last week, and there is a completely different feel at their camp this season. The former first overall pick led the Panthers to their first postseason appearance since 2017, totaling 3,011 passing yards and 23 touchdowns in 16 games last season. Young is entering a contract year and his third season under head coach Dave Canales as the Panthers look to take another step in 2026. While Young is currently outside the range to be drafted in single-quarterback leagues, he remains an option in Superflex or deeper leagues.
Source: Dean Jones - Cat Crave
Source: Dean Jones - Cat Crave
Jeremiyah Love Handles First-Team Snaps in Practice on Sunday
For the first time in training camp, rookie running back Jeremiyah Love took the first snap of the day with the Arizona Cardinals' first-team offense during 11-on-11 work. Love has spent time with the second-team offense, behind Tyler Allgeier, who signed a two-year, $12.25 million contract with the Cardinals this offseason. Reports indicate that Allgeier and Love have split touches so far in training camp, even though veteran James Conner has yet to practice. The Notre Dame prodigy was drafted third overall by the team and is currently among the NFL's highest-paid running backs this season. While the talent gap should push Love to the top of the depth chart, there are plenty of red flags surrounding this situation.
Source: Theo Mackie - AZC Sports
Source: Theo Mackie - AZC Sports
Matthew Golden to Operate as X Receiver in 2026
In an interview with NFL Network's Stacey Dales, Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love said he's looking forward to seeing wide receiver Matthew Golden as the "X receiver" in 2026. Love said, "[Golden] is locked in over there now at X, so I'm expecting big things. He's had a great training camp so far." With Romeo Doubs now in New England, Golden appears set to take over Doubs' role in the offense, while Christian Watson handles the Z and Jayden Reed will continue to operate as the slot receiver. The 2025 first-round pick had 361 yards on 29 receptions in 14 games last season, while playing just 53% of the snaps. With a larger workload coming for the former Texas Longhorn receiver, fantasy managers should be monitoring Golden in the late rounds of drafts.
Source: NFL Network
Source: NFL Network
Myles Garrett Not Participating in Practice, Expected Back Next Week
Los Angeles Rams superstar pass rusher Myles Garrett (lower-body soreness) has not practiced for three straight days, though head coach Sean McVay did not seem concerned about his status. McVay said, "It's nothing to worry about," and added that he "expects [Garrett] to be back for the next practice block." The reigning Defensive Player of the Year was traded to the Los Angeles Rams in June after a record-breaking 2025 season with the Cleveland Browns. With McVay not concerned about his overall outlook, Garrett should be ready to help the Rams get over the hump in 2026, potentially alongside Aaron Donald.
Source: Sarah Barshop - ESPN
Source: Sarah Barshop - ESPN
Saints Place Ja'Lynn Polk on Retired List
The New Orleans Saints have placed wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk on the reserve/retired list after he was excused from the last two practices, per Katherine Terrell of ESPN. The Saints acquired Polk from the New England Patriots last season after he suffered a season-ending shoulder injury that ended his 2025 season before it began. The 2024 second-round pick played just 15 games with the Patriots, totaling 87 yards and two touchdowns, before being traded to New Orleans. Polk helped the University of Washington reach the National Championship game alongside quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and Bears receiver Rome Odunze. With Polk out of the picture in New Orleans, rookie wide receiver Bryce Lance should see an uptick in work as the WR4, behind Chris Olave, Jordyn Tyson, and Devaughn Vele.
Source: Kat Terrell - ESPN
Source: Kat Terrell - ESPN
49ers Sign Running Back Khalil Herbert
With injuries mounting in the San Francisco 49ers' backfield, the team has signed veteran running back Khalil Herbert to a one-year, $1.2 million contract, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Herbert worked out with the team last week alongside two other backs and was subsequently signed. Second-year running back Jordan James suffered a rib fracture and is expected to be sidelined for two to three weeks. Herbert is likely to serve as a camp body at running back, but he hopes to compete with rookie Kaelon Black and James for the RB2 spot behind star Christian McCaffrey once James returns from injury. McCaffrey appears likely to handle a heavy workload again, though the head coach, Kyle Shanahan, has said they are looking to manage his volume in 2026.
Source: Adam Schefter - ESPN
Source: Adam Schefter - ESPN
Texans Sign Pass-Rusher Jadeveon Clowney
The Houston Texans have signed veteran pass rusher and three-time Pro Bowler Jadeveon Clowney to a one-year, $5.5 million contract, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Clowney was drafted first overall by the Texans in the 2014 NFL Draft and spent the first five seasons of his career with the team, totaling 29 sacks in 47 games. The former first overall pick spent the 2025 season with the Dallas Cowboys, where he had a career resurgence, totaling 8.5 sacks in 13 games. Clowney will rotate behind star pass rushers Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, who combined for 27 sacks last season. Clowney's homecoming should help the Texans' pass-rushing duo stay fresh as they hope to build on a dominant defensive season.
Source: Ian Rapoport - NFL Network
Source: Ian Rapoport - NFL Network
Commanders Still Monitoring Stefon Diggs
Former Buffalo Bills, Houston Texans, and New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is still searching for his next team, though his wait shouldn't last much longer. The Washington Commanders, who lost wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. in the offseason and need to build around young superstar Jayden Daniels, are currently monitoring his status. In 2025, Diggs hauled in 85 of 102 targets for 1013 yards and four touchdowns with the AFC Champion Patriots. Despite strong numbers, recent off-field allegations surrounding the veteran receiver have left him still looking for a team. With training camp fully underway, Diggs should find a home soon, and the Commanders are the favorites to add the four-time Pro Bowler.
Source: John Keim - ESPN
Source: John Keim - ESPN
Bryan Bresee to Undergo Season-Ending ACL Surgery
New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (knee) will undergo season-ending surgery after tearing his ACL, according to Katherine Terrell of ESPN. Head coach Kellen Moore confirmed the news Sunday. Bresee suffered the injury during the Saints' first training camp practice Wednesday, ending his fourth NFL season before it began. The 24-year-old started all 15 games he played last year, finishing with 37 tackles, 2.5 sacks, five tackles for loss, eight quarterback hits, and one forced fumble. He has recorded 14.5 sacks in 49 career games since New Orleans selected him 29th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Saints exercised Bresee's fifth-year option during the offseason, keeping him under contract through 2027. Vernon Broughton, Nathan Shepherd, John Ridgeway III, and second-round rookie Christen Miller are among the defensive linemen who could receive more work in his absence.
Source: Katherine Terrell
Source: Katherine Terrell
John Bates to Miss a Couple of Weeks With Hamstring Injury
Washington Commanders tight end John Bates (hamstring) will miss a couple of weeks after straining his hamstring during Thursday's practice, according to Ben Standig. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed the timetable Saturday. Bates caught 11 passes for 103 yards and one touchdown in 15 games last season, but his bigger role comes as Washington's primary blocking tight end. That makes his absence more important to the offense than his receiving numbers suggest, especially with new coordinator David Blough expected to use multiple-tight-end sets. Chig Okonkwo and Ben Sinnott should handle more work while Bates is sidelined, while Colson Yankoff and Lawrence Cager could also see additional practice reps. Bates does not carry much standalone fantasy value, and this injury is unlikely to create a clear waiver target. It does give Washington's other tight ends more time to earn roles before he returns. The initial timetable leaves room for Bates to get back during the preseason.
Source: Ben Standig
Source: Ben Standig
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Takes First Team-Drill Reps of Camp
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (foot) took his first team-drill reps of training camp Sunday, receiving two carries after being limited to individual work during the first three practices. Sports Illustrated reported that one handoff came from Nick Mullens and the other from Trevor Lawrence. Rodriguez underwent surgery on his left foot after suffering the injury during the offseason conditioning program, and Jacksonville has been cautious with his workload. He signed with the Jaguars in March after setting career highs with 112 carries, 500 rushing yards, and six touchdowns in 13 games for Washington last season. Bhayshul Tuten has handled much of the important backfield work while Rodriguez has been limited, so two carries are not enough to clarify the pecking order. Still, getting into team drills is a meaningful step for a player Jacksonville added to compete for touches following Travis Etienne Jr.'s departure. Rodriguez remains a name to monitor, but his fantasy outlook will stay uncertain until he is able to handle a fuller practice workload.
Source: Sports Illustrated
Source: Sports Illustrated
Buccaneers Don't Plan to Trade Vita Vea
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea remains unhappy with his contract situation, but the team does not plan to trade him, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Fowler added that Vea has drawn interest from other teams and is "highly upset." The 31-year-old requested a trade after extension talks failed to produce a new deal. Vea is entering the final year of the four-year, $73 million extension he signed in January 2022, which began with the 2023 season. He started all 17 games last year and recorded 34 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and 13 quarterback hits. Vea has spent his entire career in Tampa Bay and remains a key part of the team's defensive front. The Buccaneers' current stance does not resolve the contract dispute, but it makes a trade appear unlikely unless their position changes. His presence remains especially important to a defense built around stopping the run and creating pressure from the interior.
Source: Jeremy Fowler
Source: Jeremy Fowler
Isaac Guerendo Appears to Be Progressing in Recovery
San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (pectoral) appears to be making progress in his recovery from a torn pectoral muscle, according to Nick Wagoner of ESPN. Guerendo suffered the injury while lifting weights during the offseason and opened training camp on the active/physically unable to perform list. Kyle Shanahan said in May that the third-year back could return near the end of camp, and Wagoner's observation is a welcome sign, though Guerendo has not yet been cleared to practice. He appeared in 14 games last season but played exclusively on special teams after rushing for 420 yards and four touchdowns as a rookie. Christian McCaffrey remains the clear starter, while rookie Kaelon Black has gained valuable reps with Guerendo sidelined and Jordan James dealing with fractured ribs. Guerendo still has time to work his way back into the competition for a reserve role, but his fantasy value will remain limited until he returns to practice and shows where he stands in the backfield.
Source: Nick Wagoner
Source: Nick Wagoner
Deshaun Watson Throws Six Interceptions in Four Practices
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has thrown six interceptions through the first four practices of training camp, according to ESPN. The rough start comes as Watson tries to win the starting job after he and Shedeur Sanders handled most of the first-team work during the offseason. Saturday brought more trouble, including a short pass that was tipped before being returned for a touchdown and another throw intercepted by safety Donovan McMillon. Watson has not played in a regular-season game since tearing his right Achilles in October 2024. He completed 63.4% of his passes for 1,148 yards, five touchdowns, and three interceptions across seven starts that season. Cleveland has not named a starter, and Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green are also part of the competition. Watson still has time to settle into the new offense, but six interceptions in four practices is a concerning start. He remains only a speculative Superflex option unless he wins the job and shows a significant improvement during the preseason.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Rashod Bateman's Starting Job Does Not Make Him a Redraft Sleeper
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman remains in line to start opposite Zay Flowers, but that job has not produced enough volume to make him an appealing redraft pick. He played 69% of the offensive snaps in 2025 and still finished with only 19 catches for 224 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games. A high ankle sprain cost him time and Lamar Jackson also battled injuries, so last season was not a clean evaluation. It was still a major step backward from Bateman's 45-catch, 756-yard, nine-touchdown campaign in 2024. That season now carries even less weight with Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt joining Devontez Walker as younger options behind Flowers. Baltimore expects Bateman to remain a significant part of Declan Doyle's new offense, but opportunity needs to show up in the target column before fantasy managers buy back in. RotoBaller ranks him WR90 in PPR, half-PPR, and standard formats, with no current ADP listed. That is low enough to make him a watch-list name, not a draft priority. Dynasty managers in deep leagues can hold through camp, but Bateman is expendable when a better upside stash becomes available.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
