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- TransactionsSep 11, 2026
D'Andre Swift signs 3-year, $33.75M extension with Bears
RB D'Andre Swift has agreed to a 3-year, $33.75M extension with the Chicago Bears, with $27.5M guaranteed, per Adam Schefter. The contract locks Swift in as Chicago's featured back. He is a stronger hold in redraft and a more stable asset in dynasty.
Read article - Roster MovesSep 3, 2026
Saints waive RB Devin Neal
Adam Schefter reports the New Orleans Saints have waived RB Devin Neal. Neal is off the active roster. He has no fantasy relevance at this time.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Cowboys claim RB Emari Demercado off waivers
The Dallas Cowboys claimed RB Emari Demercado off waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs, per Adam Schefter. Demercado joins the Cowboys backfield. He is a dart throw at best on the waiver wire unless Dallas suffers an injury ahead of him on the depth chart.
Read article - InjuriesAug 30, 2026
Zach Charbonnet on PUP list, misses first four games
Seattle Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet was placed on the physically unable to perform list on July 22 after tearing his ACL in the divisional round of the playoffs. If he is not activated before final roster cuts in August, he must miss at least the first four games of the 2026 season. He is a clear avoid in redraft leagues until there is clarity on his activation timeline.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Cowboys waiving RB Jaydon Blue, signs with Eagles practice squad
The Dallas Cowboys waived RB Jaydon Blue on Sunday. Blue has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad. He is off the waiver wire and off Dallas' depth chart.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Titans release RB D'Ernest Johnson
The Tennessee Titans have released veteran running back D'Ernest Johnson, according to Adam Schefter. Johnson had signed with Tennessee and appeared in preseason action. His departure opens the door to monitor the Titans backfield for any waiver wire moves.
Read article - TransactionsAug 30, 2026
Steelers trading Kaleb Johnson to Packers
The Pittsburgh Steelers are trading running back Kaleb Johnson to the Green Bay Packers, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeff Fowler. Johnson moves to a new backfield, which changes his dynasty and redraft value. Update your rosters accordingly.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 29, 2026
Corey Kiner traded to Patriots for 2028 7th-round pick
The Arizona Cardinals are sending RB Corey Kiner to the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2028 seventh-round pick, per his agents Adie von Gontard and Don Williams of YMAAA Sports. Kiner moves to a Patriots backfield worth monitoring on the waiver wire. Drop him if you are holding him for Arizona usage; check his role in New England before adding.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 26, 2026
Dolphins signing RB Coleman Bennett to one-year deal
The Miami Dolphins are signing running back Coleman Bennett to a one-year contract, per Adam Schefter. Bennett appeared with the Chicago Bears this preseason before being waived, and now returns to South Florida, where he grew up in Fort Lauderdale.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 24, 2026
Trey Benson clears waivers, reverts to Cardinals injured reserve
Trey Benson cleared waivers and has reverted to the Arizona Cardinals injured reserve list. No other team claimed him. He remains unavailable for fantasy purposes in the near term.
Read article - TransactionsAug 23, 2026
Deion Jones traded to 49ers for Zamir White
The Saints are trading linebacker Deion Jones to the 49ers for running back Zamir White. White lands in New Orleans to bolster their backfield depth while Alvin Kamara deals with a knee injury. Deion Jones reunites with 49ers DC Raheem Morris.
Read article - InjuriesAug 23, 2026
Ashton Jeanty ankle injury: Raiders RB sidelined with sprain
Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle sprain after being helped off the practice field, not a knee injury as initially feared. The Raiders do not expect it to be long-term, though they are still evaluating his timeline. Fantasy managers should monitor updates before deciding on roster moves.
Read article - InjuriesAug 22, 2026
Ja'Quinden Jackson released from hospital, returns to Eagles
Ja'Quinden Jackson was released from the hospital and returned to the Eagles on Saturday night. No diagnosis or timeline has been disclosed. His status remains unclear pending further updates from the team.
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 17, 2026
49ers releasing RB Khalil Herbert
The San Francisco 49ers are releasing running back Khalil Herbert, according to Adam Schefter. Herbert is now a free agent and will need to land elsewhere to have any fantasy value. Monitor the 49ers backfield for changes to the depth chart.
Read article - InjuriesAug 17, 2026
Breece Hall out 2-3 weeks with groin strain, ready for Jets opener
Breece Hall, RB for the New York Jets, suffered a strained groin in practice. HC Aaron Glenn said he will be out 2-3 weeks but expects him ready for the regular season opener against Tennessee. Monitor his status as the season approaches but the timeline suggests he should be available week one.
Read article - InjuriesAug 15, 2026
Jeremiyah Love high ankle sprain sidelines Cardinals RB
Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love has a high ankle sprain, per Adam Schefter. He is unlikely to play in the preseason but the team expects him back for the regular-season opener Sept. 13 against the Chargers. If Love is on your roster, cover the position now.
Read article - InjuriesAug 13, 2026
Chuba Hubbard hamstring injury makes him week to week
Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard has a hamstring injury and is listed week to week, according to head coach Dave Canales. The timeline is uncertain, so managers should treat him as questionable for the near term. Monitor updates before starting or rostering him with confidence.
Read article - Coaching & SchemeAug 11, 2026
Jeff Hafley promises 40-touch games for De'Von Achane
Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley said De'Von Achane could touch the ball more than 40 times in a game. Hafley made the comment on The Rich Eisen Show. For fantasy managers, that kind of volume projection from a head coach is a strong buy signal on Achane heading into the season.
Read article - InjuriesAug 10, 2026
Isiah Pacheco MCL sprain: Lions expect him ready for Week 1
Detroit Lions RB Isiah Pacheco sprained his MCL and has missed multiple practices, but head coach Dan Campbell expects him ready for the regular-season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Pacheco is the backup behind starter Jahmyr Gibbs, so his fantasy ceiling in Detroit is limited even at full health. Monitor his practice return as Week 1 approaches.
Read article - TransactionsAug 6, 2026
Jahmyr Gibbs extension: 3 years, $67.5M with Lions
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions agreed on a three-year extension worth $67.5 million, up to $75.75 million with incentives, including $51.5 million guaranteed. At $22.5 million a year he is the highest-paid running back in the NFL. He signed it the following day, ending the only open question about his 2026 season.
Read article - TransactionsAug 6, 2026
Gibbs, Robinson, Taylor all clear $20M a year at RB
Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, and Jonathan Taylor all signed extensions worth more than $20 million a year inside a single week. One running back in the league was earning at that level before it started. All three are now tied to their teams long term, which takes contract risk off the table for the three most expensive backs in fantasy drafts.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 6, 2026
Dare Ogunbowale signs with Raiders as depth RB
The Las Vegas Raiders signed veteran running back Dare Ogunbowale, per Adam Schefter. He is a third-down and special teams back who will not threaten Ashton Jeanty's lead role. Ogunbowale is a handcuff only in the deepest formats, and only if Jeanty misses time.
Read article - TransactionsAug 6, 2026
Jonathan Taylor extension: 2 years, $44M with Colts
Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts agreed on a two-year extension worth $44 million, up to $47 million with incentives, including $39 million guaranteed. He signed it the same day. At $22 million a year in new money he is the third-highest-paid running back in the league, and there is no holdout or trade risk left to price into his draft cost.
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