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- InjuriesSep 9, 2026
Sam Darnold to miss next game with hip injury
Sam Darnold's hip injury MRI came back with encouraging results, but he is expected to miss the Seahawks' next game at Arizona. Drew Lock will start in his place.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageSep 9, 2026
Carson Wentz named Vikings QB2, McCarthy drops to QB3
Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell announced that Carson Wentz will serve as the No. 2 quarterback and J.J. McCarthy will be QB3 for Sunday's game against the Packers. Kyler Murray remains the starter. McCarthy's dynasty and redraft value takes a hit until the depth chart shifts.
Read article - TransactionsSep 8, 2026
Baker Mayfield extension with Buccaneers agreed
Baker Mayfield agreed to a three-year, $165 million extension with the Buccaneers, keeping him in Tampa beyond this season. Fantasy managers can count on Mayfield as the Buccaneers' starter for the foreseeable future with no looming free agency distraction.
Read article - GeneralSep 7, 2026
C.J. Stroud confident heading into Year 4 with Texans
C.J. Stroud, QB for the Houston Texans, is entering Year 4 without a new contract and says he is not bothered by outside criticism. Head coach DeMeco Ryans praised how Stroud handled himself in the offseason and training camp. Nothing here changes Stroud's role or situation on the field, but the contract absence is worth monitoring.
Read article - TransactionsSep 3, 2026
Will Levis works out for Jets after Titans release
Former Tennessee Titans QB Will Levis worked out for the New York Jets, per Adam Schefter. The workout is for a practice squad spot, so no immediate fantasy impact, but it keeps Levis in the league picture after his Titans release.
Read article - 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 MovesSep 1, 2026
Josh Johnson signing with Cincinnati Bengals
Veteran quarterback Josh Johnson is signing with the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad, according to Adam Schefter. Johnson most recently appeared in five games with the Washington Commanders. At the practice squad level, he has no fantasy value in standard formats.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Cowboys re-signing QB Joe Milton to practice squad
The Dallas Cowboys released Joe Milton from the active roster and immediately re-signed him to their practice squad. Sam Howell remains the backup on the active roster. Milton still carries no fantasy relevance.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Will Levis waived by Titans
The Tennessee Titans are waiving QB Will Levis, according to Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport. Levis had been Tennessee's starting quarterback. Any fantasy manager holding Levis should expect him to clear waivers and become available as a free agent, making him a speculative add only if he lands a meaningful role elsewhere.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Shane Buechele released by Buffalo Bills
The Buffalo Bills are releasing quarterback Shane Buechele, per Adam Schefter. Mitchell Trubisky holds the backup job behind Josh Allen. Buechele has no fantasy value and this changes nothing on the Bills' depth chart that matters for your roster.
Read article - TransactionsAug 30, 2026
Kyle McCord trade: Packers send QB to Dolphins
The Green Bay Packers traded quarterback Kyle McCord to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a 2028 sixth-round pick. McCord became the backup to Malik Willis after Miami traded Quinn Ewers to Jacksonville. Green Bay kept Tyrod Taylor as backup to starter Jordan Love.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Dolphins waiving Cam Miller, need No. 2 QB
The Miami Dolphins are waiving quarterback Cam Miller, per Adam Schefter. The move leaves Miami without a settled backup quarterback. Fantasy managers with Dolphins skill players should watch how the backup QB situation shakes out.
Read article - TransactionsAug 29, 2026
Jaguars trading for Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers
The Jacksonville Jaguars acquired quarterback Quinn Ewers from the Miami Dolphins for a 2028 sixth-round pick. Ewers was a backup in Miami heading into the 2026 season. Dynasty managers should monitor his depth chart situation in Jacksonville.
Read article - Depth Chart & UsageAug 25, 2026
J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz split Vikings backup reps
J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz, QBs for the Minnesota Vikings, split second-team reps during an 80-minute practice session, per ESPN's Kevin Seifert. Neither has locked up the backup role behind the starter. Fantasy managers with either quarterback on their roster should watch for further depth chart clarity before acting.
Read article - Performance & Game NotesAug 24, 2026
Deshaun Watson apologizes for calling Browns fans disrespectful
Deshaun Watson apologized Monday for calling Cleveland Browns fans disrespectful after they booed him during Saturday's preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. Watson completed 5 of 12 passes for 35 yards with one interception in his first home action since tearing his right Achilles tendon in October 2024. He has been named the Browns' starting quarterback, so his status on your roster depends on how quickly he rebuilds form.
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 - 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 - Depth Chart & UsageAug 12, 2026
J.J. McCarthy wants to stay with Vikings after losing QB job
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback, pushing J.J. McCarthy out of the starting role. McCarthy publicly stated he wants to remain with Minnesota, and O'Connell said he 'absolutely' believes McCarthy still has a future with the organization. McCarthy is now the backup in Minnesota, not a starter to roster in redraft leagues.
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 - Roster MovesAug 9, 2026
Teddy Bridgewater placed on Lions reserved-retired list
Backup QB Teddy Bridgewater is stepping away from the Lions and has been placed on the reserved-retired list. The team has signed veteran QB Josh Dobbs to a one-year deal worth $1.425 million with $475k guaranteed to take over the backup role behind starter Jared Goff.
Read article - TransactionsAug 8, 2026
Kyle Trask signs with Panthers after Haynes King hamstring injury
The Carolina Panthers signed Kyle Trask to the roster after Haynes King suffered a hamstring injury that will sideline him for an undetermined stretch. Trask worked out for Carolina last week and has prior experience under Panthers head coach Dave Canales in Tampa Bay.
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.
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