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- Roster MovesAug 29, 2026
Terrion Arnold signed by Seahawks on one-year deal
The Seattle Seahawks have officially signed cornerback Terrion Arnold, per Adam Schefter. The contract is one year at minimum salary, per Ian Rapoport. Arnold is facing eight felony charges and will be placed on the Commissioner Exempt list, which means he cannot practice or play.
Read article - TransactionsAug 21, 2026
Tyreek Hill expected to sign after season starts
Agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Pat McAfee Show he does not expect Tyreek Hill to sign before the 2026 season starts. Hill is recovering from a knee injury and waiting for medical clearance before joining a contender. Rosenhaus believes Hill will impact the playoff race once he signs.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 20, 2026
Taylor Rapp signs with Denver Broncos
Former Buffalo Bills safety Taylor Rapp has signed with the Denver Broncos, according to Adam Schefter. This move is unlikely to affect redraft rosters but IDP managers in deeper leagues should note the roster addition.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 18, 2026
Trevon Diggs signs with Seahawks on one-year deal
Former Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs signed a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks. The signing has no direct impact on standard fantasy scoring, but IDP managers should monitor his role and snap share in Seattle's secondary.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 18, 2026
Najee Harris signing with Giants on 1-year deal
Najee Harris, RB, is signing with the New York Giants on a 1-year contract, per Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo. Harris missed time last season with the Los Angeles Chargers due to an Achilles tear. He is reported to be fully healthy entering this deal.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 18, 2026
Za'Darius Smith signing with Falcons on one-year deal
The Atlanta Falcons are signing outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith to a one-year contract, per Adam Schefter. Smith adds pass-rush depth to Atlanta's defense. He has no direct fantasy relevance as a defensive lineman in standard formats, though he could affect opposing QB stats in DFS and weekly matchup decisions.
Read article - TransactionsAug 18, 2026
Keenan Allen signs with Indianapolis Colts
Veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen has agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $8.32 million with the Indianapolis Colts. The reunion with head coach Shane Steichen was the main draw, per reports. Allen is immediately worth monitoring as a WR target in Indianapolis.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 16, 2026
Von Miller officially signs with Dallas Cowboys
Von Miller has officially signed with the Dallas Cowboys. The eight-time Pro Bowl linebacker plays pass rusher and does not affect any fantasy-relevant skill positions on the Cowboys roster.
Read article - TransactionsAug 13, 2026
Terrion Arnold plans to sign with Seattle Seahawks
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports former Detroit Lions CB Terrion Arnold plans to sign with the Seattle Seahawks, though no deal has been confirmed yet. Arnold also visited the Houston Texans and has a Saints visit pending, with the Giants also expressing interest. The NFL must still decide whether to place Arnold on the Commissioner's Exempt List following his arrest on eight felony charges.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 12, 2026
Darren Waller signs with Carolina Panthers per Schefter
Adam Schefter reports that former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller has agreed to a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers. Research notes do not confirm the deal and show conflicting information, so treat this as unverified until official. If it holds, Waller enters a thin Panthers depth chart worth monitoring at tight end.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 12, 2026
Tyus Bowser works out for Cleveland Browns
Veteran edge rusher Tyus Bowser worked out for the Cleveland Browns after his most recent stint with the Miami Dolphins in 2024. No signing has been reported. Monitor the Browns depth chart at edge if Cleveland adds him.
Read article - TransactionsAug 11, 2026
Josh Karty works out for Tennessee Titans
Josh Karty, a kicker previously with the Los Angeles Rams, worked out for the Tennessee Titans according to Adam Schefter. The visit suggests Tennessee is evaluating its kicker options. No signing has been reported.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 11, 2026
Kyler Murray named Vikings starting QB
Kyler Murray has been named the Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback, per Adam Schefter. He signed a minimum contract this offseason while still drawing pay from Arizona, and he holds a no-tag clause that lets him hit free agency next offseason if he chooses. Murray is now a must-start fantasy QB who controls his own future.
Read article - TransactionsAug 11, 2026
Emmanuel Ogbah signs with Chiefs on one-year deal
Free agent defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah is signing a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, per Adam Schefter. Ogbah previously won a Super Bowl with Kansas City. This is a defensive signing with no direct fantasy football impact.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 7, 2026
Deion Jones signs with Saints on one-year deal
The New Orleans Saints are signing veteran linebacker Deion Jones to a one-year deal, per Adam Schefter. Jones, a New Orleans native who attended Jesuit High School and LSU, now completes his sweep of all four NFC South franchises. His IDP value is limited until a starting role is confirmed.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 7, 2026
Stefon Diggs signs one-year Commanders contract
Stefon Diggs signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders worth up to $12 million, filling the WR2 job behind Terry McLaurin. He caught 85 passes for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns for New England last season, 99 for 1,123 and five including their playoff run. He is a mid-round PPR target with a real role, and McLaurin's target share should hold.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 1, 2026
Lions sign Devin White to bolster LB depth
The Detroit Lions signed free agent linebacker Devin White to a one-year contract, per Adam Schefter. White recorded 174 tackles with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025 but is unlikely to displace Jack Campbell atop the depth chart. For most fantasy managers this is a non-factor, though IDP players in tackle-heavy formats should monitor his role.
Read article - TransactionsJul 29, 2026
Donovan Wilson works out for Seattle Seahawks
Free agent safety Donovan Wilson worked out for the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday, per Adam Schefter. Wilson has been a free agent since March after seven seasons with the Cowboys. If Seattle signs him, he would be a depth option behind Nick Emmanwori, who is on the PUP list recovering from ankle surgery with an uncertain Week 1 status.
Read article - TransactionsJul 28, 2026
Jalen Carter extension: $152M makes him NFL's top-paid DT
The Philadelphia Eagles signed defensive tackle Jalen Carter to a four-year, $152 million extension worth up to $160 million, including $106 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history at $38 million per year. The deal runs through 2031. In standard formats he has no fantasy value, but in IDP leagues he is a top asset at the DT position, with a shoulder injury in 2025 being the one durability flag to monitor.
Read article - Roster MovesJul 27, 2026
Zay Jones visits Jacksonville Jaguars in 2025 offseason
Free agent WR Zay Jones visited the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to Adam Schefter. Jones is recovering from a torn Achilles he suffered in Week 10 of the 2024 season with the Arizona Cardinals. No deal has been reported, so he is not a fantasy factor until a signing is confirmed and his health status is clearer.
Read article - TransactionsJul 20, 2026
Devonte Wyatt signs 3-year, $57M extension with Packers
Devonte Wyatt, DT for the Green Bay Packers, agreed to a 3-year, $57M contract extension with a $20M signing bonus, per Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter. The contract cements him as the unquestioned No. 1 defensive tackle in Green Bay after the Kenny Clark trade. IDP managers get a locked-in starter with heavy workload upside but real durability concerns coming off a fractured fibula and torn ankle ligaments.
Read article - GeneralJul 12, 2026
Stefon Diggs says no WR2 in the NFL is better than him
Stefon Diggs, still unsigned two weeks before training camp, posted a YouTube video declaring no WR2 in the NFL is better than him. He put up 1,013 receiving yards and 4 TDs in 2025 and played in the Super Bowl before New England released him to clear cap space. His fantasy value is real but depends entirely on where he signs, with Kansas City looking like the best landing spot.
Read article - TransactionsJul 6, 2026
Rasul Douglas signs one-year deal with Washington Commanders
Per Adam Schefter, free-agent CB Rasul Douglas is signing a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders worth up to $3.8 million. Douglas started 13 games for the Miami Dolphins last season, posting a 72.7 PFF grade that ranked 21st among qualified cornerbacks. He is an IDP asset in those formats, and his addition makes Washington's secondary more credible, which is worth a small downgrade for WRs and TEs facing the Commanders in 2026.
Read article - Roster MovesJun 24, 2026
Brandon Aiyuk says he will sign with Commanders if cut
Brandon Aiyuk, WR, posted Instagram Stories saying he will sign with the Washington Commanders the day San Francisco releases him. The 49ers have not cut him yet and are still seeking trade compensation, but the relationship is finished. Keep him off redraft rosters for now and watch for a release as training camp approaches.
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