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Brevyn Spann-Ford signs three-year extension with Cowboys
Cowboys tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Dallas, per his agent Mike McCartney. The extension signals the Cowboys view him as part of their long-term plans at tight end. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues should take note of his secured role on the roster.
Read article - InjuriesSep 9, 2026
Brock Bowers ruled out Sunday against the Dolphins
Brock Bowers has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins following his meniscus trim surgery. Michael Mayer is expected to see an expanded role in the tight end rotation.
Read article - Roster MovesSep 1, 2026
Saints sign Cedric Tillman, Stone Smartt to practice squad
The New Orleans Saints signed wide receiver Cedric Tillman and tight end Stone Smartt to their practice squad, according to Adam Schefter. Stone Smartt's addition is confirmed by ESPN reporting. Tillman was previously waived by Cleveland, though his Saints signing has not been independently confirmed beyond Schefter's post. Neither player is a fantasy factor at this stage.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 31, 2026
Patriots claim Cameron Latu, Darius Muasau on waivers
The New England Patriots claimed TE Cameron Latu from the Philadelphia Eagles and LB Darius Muasau from the New York Giants on waivers, per Adam Schefter. Latu is a tight end worth watching on the Patriots depth chart. Muasau is a linebacker with limited fantasy relevance unless injuries open a path to snaps.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Pharoah Brown released, joining Colts practice squad
The Indianapolis Colts are releasing veteran TE Pharoah Brown and plan to sign him to their practice squad, per Adam Schefter. Brown moves off the 53-man roster but stays in the building. He is not a fantasy target in redraft formats at this depth chart position.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Chiefs release TE Tre Watson
The Kansas City Chiefs released tight end Tre Watson, according to Adam Schefter. Watson was a depth piece on the roster and his release has little direct fantasy impact. Monitor the Chiefs tight end depth chart for any changes that follow.
Read article - TransactionsAug 30, 2026
Hunter Long trade to Cardinals confirmed
The Jacksonville Jaguars are trading tight end Hunter Long to the Arizona Cardinals, according to Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo. Long, a 2021 third-round pick, spent one season in Jacksonville before heading to Arizona. Fantasy managers should monitor his role on the Cardinals depth chart for potential upside.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 23, 2026
Browns waiving Dae'Quan Wright for LSU return
The Cleveland Browns are waiving tight end Dae'Quan Wright, and if he clears waivers, he reportedly has an agreement to play for LSU in 2026, per agents Drew Rosenhaus and Kyle Lincoln. Wright is believed to be the first active NFL player to enter the college transfer portal. He was on the Browns' practice squad after going undrafted and has no meaningful fantasy football value.
Read article - InjuriesAug 20, 2026
George Kittle activated from PUP list
The San Francisco 49ers activated George Kittle from the Active/Physically Unable to Perform List, clearing him to return to team activities. His Achilles recovery is progressing well enough for full participation in training camp and beyond.
Read article - InjuriesAug 20, 2026
Sam LaPorta hip injury clouds Week 1 status
Lions TE Sam LaPorta suffered a hip injury at practice and has missed multiple practices this week. Coach Dan Campbell said the team will rest him to let things calm down and acknowledged he is unsure if LaPorta will be available in Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints. Fantasy managers rostering LaPorta should monitor his practice status closely heading into the opener.
Read article - InjuriesAug 19, 2026
Tyler Warren groin injury cuts Colts practice short
Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren left practice early with an apparent groin injury. He returned to the sideline in uniform but without his helmet. His status beyond today is unknown, but fantasy managers should watch for updates.
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 6, 2026
Colts sign Pharaoh Brown, place Sean McKeon on IR
Indianapolis signed veteran tight end Pharaoh Brown and placed tight end Sean McKeon on injured reserve. Both players are blocking-first depth pieces with no meaningful fantasy value. This move does not change the Colts' fantasy-relevant tight end situation.
Read article - InjuriesAug 4, 2026
Zach Ertz cleared for football, targets 2026 return
Zach Ertz, TE, has been cleared for all football activities after tearing his ACL in December 2025 and wants to play the 2026 NFL season, per Adam Schefter. He is currently a free agent expected to be ready to sign around mid-August. His landing spot will determine his fantasy value, but he profiles as a late-round or waiver-wire target given his signing timeline and injury history.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 3, 2026
Lions sign TE Nick Muse, release WR Tarik Black
Detroit signed TE Nick Muse, a 2022 seventh-round pick with minimal NFL production, as a depth addition behind Sam LaPorta. The Lions also released WR Tarik Black, who could not crack a receiver room led by Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. Neither move changes anything for fantasy rosters.
Read article - Roster MovesJul 31, 2026
Tucker Kraft activated off PUP list ahead of schedule
Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft was activated off the physically unable to perform list Friday, less than nine months after surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. He is being eased back in with individual drills and walk-throughs only, but he is targeting a full, uncapped role for the Week 1 opener against Minnesota on Sept. 13. With Luke Musgrave sidelined by a neck injury with no short-term return expected, Kraft is the clear TE1 in Green Bay and a priority add or hold in all formats.
Read article - Roster MovesJul 10, 2026
Sam Roush contract: Bears sign TE to four-year deal
The Chicago Bears have signed tight end Sam Roush to a four-year, $7.35 million rookie contract. He projects as TE3 behind Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet with no clear path to immediate fantasy targets. He is a dynasty stash worth adding now given Chicago's heavy multi-TE usage and his size-scheme fit.
Read article - TransactionsJun 29, 2026
Kyle Pitts signs 3-year, $54M extension with Falcons
Kyle Pitts signed a 3-year, $54 million extension with the Atlanta Falcons, averaging $18 million per year with $36 million fully guaranteed. He finished as the TE2 in 2025 after posting career highs across the board. Consensus has him at TE8 for 2026, but his upside is higher if Kevin Stefanski uses him heavily and the QB situation stabilizes.
Read article - TransactionsJun 24, 2026
Brenton Strange extension: 3 years, $48M with Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars locked up TE Brenton Strange on a 3-year extension worth up to $48 million with $25 million guaranteed, per Adam Schefter. The contract carries a $16M average annual value, ranking fifth among tight ends. Strange is the unquestioned TE1 in Jacksonville, but his injury history and two new tight ends drafted in 2026 mean he's not a safe top-10 fantasy pick.
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