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- Roster MovesSep 9, 2026
Dae'Quan Wright NFL eligibility still unresolved
Free agent TE Dae'Quan Wright is waiting to hear from the NFL about whether he can play this season, according to Adam Schefter. Agent Drew Rosenhaus says multiple teams are interested in signing him. Wright never signed with nor joined LSU's roster, leaving his professional availability open.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Decamerion Richardson claimed by Saints off waivers
The New Orleans Saints claimed cornerback Decamerion Richardson on waivers after the Las Vegas Raiders released him. Richardson remains a backup-level option with minimal IDP fantasy impact.
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 31, 2026
Eagles practice squad signings: Dameon Pierce, Britain Covey headline group
The Philadelphia Eagles announced a wave of practice squad signings headlined by RB Dameon Pierce and RB Carson Steele. WR Britain Covey also returns to the practice squad. Neither Pierce nor Steele is on the active roster, so neither carries immediate fantasy value, but both are worth tracking as handcuff insurance given their proximity to the 53-man roster.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Max Brosmer released by Vikings, heads to waivers
The Minnesota Vikings are releasing QB Max Brosmer, who appeared in seven games last season with two starts. He heads to waivers, where any team can claim him. Brosmer has no fantasy relevance at this stage.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Stefon Diggs signs with Washington Commanders
Stefon Diggs signed a one-year contract worth up to $12 million with the Washington Commanders. He slots in alongside Terry McLaurin on the depth chart. Diggs led all NFL wide receivers in reception percentage last season at 82.5%, making him a reliable target in PPR formats.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Jack Pyburn claimed by Chiefs, staying in NFL
The Kansas City Chiefs claimed edge Jack Pyburn off waivers after he was cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Pyburn, who recorded four sacks for Tampa in the preseason, is withdrawing his claim in the NCAA '5-for-5' eligibility litigation and will remain in the NFL rather than return to LSU. He is a deep depth add for dynasty managers monitoring the Chiefs edge rusher room.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
J.J. McCarthy makes Vikings 53-man roster
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy made the 53-man roster on cutdown day, per Adam Schefter. There had been speculation McCarthy could be traded or released. He remains on the roster heading into the regular season.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Chargers waive LB Junior Colson
The Los Angeles Chargers have waived linebacker Junior Colson, a former third-round pick, per Adam Schefter. Colson was a depth linebacker, so his release has minimal direct fantasy impact. No immediate waiver wire target emerges from this move.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
KJ Osborn released by Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans have released wide receiver KJ Osborn, according to Adam Schefter. Osborn is now a free agent and available on the waiver wire in most leagues. His fantasy value depends entirely on where he lands next.
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
Bengals release QB Josh Johnson
The Cincinnati Bengals have released veteran quarterback Josh Johnson, according to Adam Schefter. Johnson was serving as a backup/depth option. His release opens a roster spot but has no meaningful fantasy implications for most leagues.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Marco Wilson released by Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins released cornerback Marco Wilson, according to Adam Schefter. Wilson was a veteran presence in Miami's secondary. The move opens a spot on the roster and could affect the depth chart at cornerback for the Dolphins.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 29, 2026
Panthers waive seven players including Roc Taylor, Elijah Cooks
The Carolina Panthers waived seven players: DT Kyon Barrs, WR Elijah Cooks, RB Miles Davis, DT Tywone Malone, TE Caden Prieskorn, WR Roc Taylor, and OT Ryan Hayes (waived-injured). None of these players were fantasy-relevant and the cuts do not affect any current starter or depth chart spot worth tracking.
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 - Roster MovesAug 29, 2026
Josh Jacobs staying with Packers, per Matt LaFleur
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said he fully anticipates RB Josh Jacobs remaining on Green Bay's roster after Jacobs was officially charged with battery and criminal damage to property. LaFleur made the statement following the Packers' win over the Arizona Cardinals. Jacobs appears safe on the depth chart for now, so no immediate roster moves are needed in fantasy.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 28, 2026
Steelers plan to keep four QBs on 53-man roster
Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike McCarthy confirmed it is 'very accurate' to expect the team to carry four quarterbacks on its 53-man roster. The four are Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar. This is the first time in McCarthy's 18-year head coaching career he has kept four quarterbacks heading into Week 1.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 27, 2026
Dae'Quan Wright waived by Browns, returning to LSU
The Cleveland Browns waived tight end Dae'Quan Wright, who cleared waivers and has an agreement in place to return to LSU for the 2026 season. Browns head coach Todd Monken expressed bewilderment at the situation. Wright is off NFL rosters and has no fantasy relevance going forward.
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 - Roster MovesAug 8, 2026
Lane Johnson hints 2026 season may be his last
Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson told reporters Saturday the 2026 season will probably be his last, citing family priorities and aging parents. He hedged, saying 'potentially' and 'probably,' so nothing is official. Johnson is an offensive lineman, so his status matters most to managers rostering Eagles skill players who benefit from his blocking.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 7, 2026
Jaylin Noel activated from NFI list for Texans
Houston Texans WR Jaylin Noel has been activated from the Non-Football Injury list, per Adam Schefter. He missed about 8 days of training camp with a finger injury described as short-term. Noel can now return to practice and resume his competition for the No. 3 receiver role behind Nico Collins and Jayden Higgins.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 4, 2026
Jadeveon Clowney signs with Houston Texans
Jadeveon Clowney, DE, signed a one-year contract with the Houston Texans worth $5.5 million base and up to $8 million with incentives. In standard redraft formats he is irrelevant, but IDP managers should note he projects as a rotational edge rusher behind Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter. The signing adds depth to an already elite pass rush that benefits Houston DST stacks.
Read article - Roster MovesJul 30, 2026
Hassan Haskins, Alexander Mattison work out for Texans
The Houston Texans held tryouts for free agent running backs Hassan Haskins and Alexander Mattison, per Adam Schefter. Joe Mixon remains the established lead back in Houston, so either signing would be a depth add. Mattison has the more relevant fantasy history as a receiver out of the backfield and a capable No. 2 option.
Read article - InjuriesJul 28, 2026
Micah Parsons PUP list: Packers edge rusher to miss early 2026
The Green Bay Packers placed edge rusher Micah Parsons on the Physically Unable to Perform list as he recovers from a torn ACL and meniscus suffered in December 2025. Parsons set his own floor at the nine-month mark from surgery, which falls on Sept. 29, 2026, putting Week 4 as the absolute earliest he returns. IDP managers need to look at Lukas Van Ness as the primary pass-rush beneficiary in Green Bay while Parsons is out.
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