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- Performance & Game NotesSep 2, 2026
AJ Brown Patriots training camp: vintage season ahead?
AJ Brown, WR for the New England Patriots, has been making plays in training camp this summer, including against cornerback Christian Gonzalez. Analyst Doug Kyed cited Brown's new quarterback Drake Maye as an upgrade and said he would not be surprised by a vintage Brown season. Brown is a high-upside target for fantasy rosters heading into 2026.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Jake Moody signs with Ravens practice squad
The Baltimore Ravens added kicker Jake Moody to their practice squad, per Adam Schefter, with starter Tyler Loop coming off a shaky preseason that saw him go 5-of-8 on field goals. Loop's job is not locked down, and Moody gives Baltimore an in-house option if they decide to make a change. Monitor this situation before rostering Loop in any format.
Read article - InjuriesAug 29, 2026
Marist Liufau fracture surgery ends Cowboys LB's preseason
Cowboys outside linebacker Marist Liufau is scheduled for surgery on a fractured left forearm he suffered in the preseason finale against the Saints. The timeline and roster impact are not yet confirmed, but the injury puts his availability for the regular season in question.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 29, 2026
Dolphins cut Donovan Edwards and 8 others
The Miami Dolphins waived nine players including running back Donovan Edwards. Edwards is now a free agent and available on the waiver wire in most formats. Monitor his landing spot, as a new team could change his fantasy outlook.
Read article - TransactionsAug 27, 2026
Alec Pierce activated off PUP by Colts
The Indianapolis Colts are activating wide receiver Alec Pierce off the physically unable to perform list. Pierce had ankle surgery in March and will begin ramping up his workload. His target is the regular-season opener, which is a positive sign for his fantasy availability heading into the season.
Read article - Performance & Game NotesAug 26, 2026
Michael Penix Jr sitting out Falcons preseason finale
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr will not play in the preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins, according to HC Kevin Stefanski via Adam Schefter. This is a preseason roster decision and has no bearing on Penix's fantasy value heading into the regular season.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 19, 2026
Will Howard starts for Steelers vs Jets in preseason
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Will Howard will start Friday night's preseason game against the New York Jets. Drew Allar will follow Howard. Neither Aaron Rodgers nor Mason Rudolph will play in the game.
Read article - InjuriesAug 16, 2026
Marcus Mariota MCL sprain likely ends his preseason
Commanders QB Marcus Mariota suffered a sprained MCL and is likely out for the remainder of the preseason, according to Adam Schefter. The injury occurred during a preseason game. Fantasy managers in dynasty or superflex formats should monitor how this affects the Washington depth chart heading into the regular season.
Read article - Draft & RookiesAug 15, 2026
Ty Simpson preseason debut: 21-of-25, 190 yards, 2 TDs
Rams first-round pick Ty Simpson completed 21 of 25 passes for 190 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions in his first NFL preseason game, per Adam Schefter. The performance will draw fantasy attention, though Simpson sits behind the established depth chart for now. Dynasty managers should watch his development closely.
Read article - InjuriesAug 14, 2026
Graham Mertz ACL injury: Texans place QB on injured reserve
Graham Mertz, QB for the Houston Texans, has been placed on season-ending injured reserve after suffering a torn ACL in the preseason opener. Houston signed veteran Brett Rypien to add depth at the position.
Read article - Performance & Game NotesAug 13, 2026
Drew Allar preseason debut: 154 yards, 3 TDs for Steelers
Steelers rookie QB Drew Allar went 10-of-13 for 154 yards, threw for 3 total touchdowns, and did not throw an interception in his preseason debut, per Adam Schefter. The performance is encouraging for dynasty managers tracking Pittsburgh's quarterback situation.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 12, 2026
Deshaun Watson starts first, Shedeur Sanders second for Browns
Browns head coach Todd Monken told quarterbacks that Deshaun Watson will start the first preseason game against the Bears, with Shedeur Sanders getting the start in the second preseason game against the Bills. This preseason rotation matters for fantasy because it signals where the Browns are leaning at QB heading into the regular season. Neither Watson nor Sanders is a safe fantasy starter right now, but the ordering tells you Watson still has the inside track on the job.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 12, 2026
Jonathon Brooks to play in first NFL preseason game
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks will play in his first NFL preseason game Saturday against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. It will be his first in-game action at the NFL level. Dynasty and redraft managers should watch closely for workload and how he is used in the offense.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 12, 2026
Tua Tagovailoa starts Falcons preseason opener vs Broncos
Tua Tagovailoa will start Friday's Atlanta Falcons preseason opener against the Denver Broncos, per coach Kevin Stefanski. Stefanski said it is still too early to name a Week 1 starter, so this does not lock up the regular-season job. Starters are expected to play one series or about 10 plays.
Read article - Draft & RookiesAug 11, 2026
Fernando Mendoza set for Raiders preseason debut Thursday
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is expected to play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals, coach Klint Kubiak confirmed Tuesday. Kirk Cousins remains the starter, but Mendoza will get game reps. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues should watch how much of the game Mendoza actually controls.
Read article - InjuriesAug 10, 2026
Luther Burden III groin injury: expected back for Week 1
Bears WR Luther Burden III strained his groin during practice and is expected to miss the entire preseason. Chicago believes he will be ready for the regular-season opener against the Carolina Panthers, per Adam Schefter. He enters the year with a bigger role after D.J. Moore was traded to Buffalo.
Read article - Coaching & SchemeAug 8, 2026
Kyle Shanahan plans to coach 49ers preseason opener
Kyle Shanahan, San Francisco 49ers head coach, told reporters he intends to coach next week's preseason game against the Tennessee Titans. Shanahan has been limited at training camp while recovering from a concussion suffered in a July 14 car crash. This is good news for fantasy managers monitoring 49ers offensive game-planning continuity heading into the season.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 7, 2026
Patrick Mahomes likely to skip entire 2026 preseason
Andy Reid said Friday there is a good chance Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs, does not play in any of the team's three preseason games. Mahomes has been cleared for full padded practice after a torn ACL and LCL suffered in December 2025. The Chiefs are expecting him ready for Week 1 against the Denver Broncos.
Read article - Draft & RookiesAug 7, 2026
Haynes King preseason debut: 180 yards, 2 TDs for Panthers
Undrafted rookie QB Haynes King completed 21-of-34 passes for 180 yards and two touchdowns in Carolina's 33-30 Hall of Fame Game win over Arizona, also adding 39 rushing yards including a game-winning TD run. He is not a fantasy starter, but his dual-threat volume makes him a name worth tracking as a deep stash behind Bryce Young and Kenny Pickett on the Panthers depth chart.
Read article - Draft & RookiesAug 6, 2026
Carson Beck preseason debut: 15-of-19, 188 yards, TD
Carson Beck, QB for the Arizona Cardinals, went 15-of-19 for 188 yards and a touchdown in his preseason debut against the Carolina Panthers in the Hall of Fame Game. Beck is currently third on the depth chart behind Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew, with no timeline to take over the starting job. He has no immediate fantasy value but is worth a dynasty stash given the strong showing.
Read article - Draft & RookiesAug 4, 2026
Carson Beck starting Cardinals Hall of Fame Game Thursday
Arizona Cardinals rookie QB Carson Beck will start Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the Carolina Panthers, per HC Mike LaFleur. Beck, a third-round pick out of Miami, is not competing for the Week 1 job -- Jacoby Brissett has that locked up -- but his lead role in the preseason opener confirms he is ahead of Gardner Minshew on the depth chart. Dynasty managers get their first live look at Beck on Thursday night.
Read article - InjuriesJul 22, 2026
Nick Emmanwori PUP list: ankle surgery, Week 1 outlook
Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori landed on the PUP list due to a recent right ankle surgery, per ESPN's Brady Henderson. Seattle believes he will be ready for Week 1. If he is still on PUP when rosters cut to 53, he would miss the first four games of 2026.
Read article - GeneralJul 6, 2026
Panthers vs Cardinals Hall of Fame Game Set for August 6
The Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals will play in the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on Thursday, August 6, in Canton, Ohio. Both rosters carry high-value fantasy assets, including Tetairoa McMillan, Trey McBride, and Marvin Harrison Jr. This is your first live preseason read on depth charts and skill player usage before draft season.
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