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-- 2025 NFL Playoffs Fantasy Rankings Report Only $9.95! --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- 2026 Coaching/Player Moves Feature Debuts! --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Once again in 2026, FFMastermind.com is tracking all important coaching and player moves throughout the NFL in our annual Coaching/Player Moves feature for your viewing pleasure. This feature will be updated daily as key coaches and players re-sign, sign, resign, or are fired. Enjoy!

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Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Adios Lions OC John Morton --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Detroit Lions have parted ways with OC John Morton.

-- Bills Sign Matthew Wright to Practice Squad --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Buffalo Bills have signed PK Matthew Wright to their practice squad.

-- Rams Activate Quentin Lake --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Rams have activated S Quentin Lake from injured reserve.

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Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Adios Ravens HC John Harbaugh --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Baltimore Ravens and long-time HC John Harbaugh are parting ways after days of discussion.

-- Giants to Interview Kevin Stefanski --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski is interviewing Wednesday for the New York Giants head coaching job.

-- Colts Re-Sign Austin Ajiake --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed exclusive-rights free-agent LB Austin Ajiake to a one-year contract extension.

-- No Changes to Bengals Coaching Staff --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cincinnati Bengals HC Zac Taylor says he doesn’t anticipate any changes to his coaching staff in 2026.

-- Packers Sign Desmond Ridder --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Green Bay Packers have signed QB Desmond Ridder to the active roster from their practice squad.

-- Bears Designate Two --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Chicago Bears have designated CB Kyler Gordon (hamstring) and OT Braxton Jones (knee) to return from injured reserve.

-- Cam Taylor-Britt to Spend Five Days in Jail --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt was sentenced to five days in jail after pleading guilty to traffic charges. Taylor-Britt (foot) was placed on injured reserve with a foot injury. He pleaded guilty to reckless driving and an unclassified no-license charge stemming from an incident in September, according to media reports. His sentence is expected to start immediately. It’s unclear if the team or the league will take action against him for the 2026 season.

-- Broncos DC Vance Joseph in Demand --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Denver Broncos DC Vance Joseph is expected to interview this week for the Raiders, Cardinals, Giants and Titans head coaching vacancies, per sources.

-- Play in the 2025 FFPC Playoff Challenge! --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Kirk Cousins Agrees to Modified Contract --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Atlanta Falcons and QB Kirk Cousins agreed to modify the final two years of the quarterback's contract, setting the stage for a decision on his Atlanta future to be made by the third day of the 2026 NFL league year on March 13th.

-- Commanders Fire DC Joe Whitt Jr. --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the WAshington Commanders have fired DC Joe Whitt Jr..

-- Adios Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury is leaving the organization to pursue other opportunities. Kingsbury and HC Dan Quinn met today, and agreed to mutually part ways.

-- Lane Johnson Watch --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Eagles OT Lane Johnson (foot) is expected to practice on Wednesday.

-- Cowboys Fire DC Matt Eberflus --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys have fired DC Matt Eberflus.

-- Panthers Activate David Moore; Release Hunter Renfrow & One Other --
Tue Jan 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Carolina Panthers have waived veteran WR Hunter Renfrow, who was inactive last week, along with S Demani Richardson, and they activated WR David Moore (elbow) from injured reserve.

-- No Retirement for Von Miller --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Washington Commanders LB Von Miller says he wants to play another year and remain with the Commanders.

-- Metcalf & Perryman Reinstated --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the NFL has reinstated suspended Pittsburgh Steelers WR D.K. Metcalf and Los Angeles Chargers LB Denzel Perryman.

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Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Titans to Interview Raheem Morris --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Tennessee Titans will interview former Falcons HC Raheem Morris for their head-coaching vacancy.

-- Kevin Stefanski in Demand --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski is expected to speak with the Titans, Falcons, and Giants about their head-coaching vacancies.

-- Bengals Re-Sign Mitchell Tinsley --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cincinnati Bengals have re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent WR Mitchell Tinsley to a one-year contract extension.

-- Alexander Mattison Had a Serious Neck Injury --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins RB Alexander Mattison (neck) revealed he needed emergency surgery for a fractured neck after preseason injury. He hopes to play again, but is still recovering

-- Davante Adams Expected to Play This Week --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Los Angeles Rams anticipate getting back WR Davante Adams (hamstring) from his hamstring injury for their Saturday playoff game against the Carolina Panthers.

-- Tatum Bethune OUT for the Playoffs --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sportrs Bay Area reports San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan says LB Tatum Bethune (groin) is OUT for the entire post-season.

-- Tua Speaks --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa says he is open to a “fresh start” elsewhere in 2026. “That would be dope. I would be good with it,” he said.

-- Colts Want Daniel Jones Back in 2026 --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says the team would like to have impending free-agent QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) come back in 2026.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Premium Package subscriber David Stewart shares his thoughts on why he's been a premium customer since the year 2000. Patrons considering a subscription should think seriously about what David has to say!

-- Joe Flacco Future Watch --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cincinnati Bengals veteran QB Joe Flacco isn't considering retirement, but does hope to be "selective" in what comes next. He wants to play, that's clear. He is open to coming back to Cincinnati even if that would mean serving as a backup to QB Joe Burrow. He would also be open to fielding calls from a team that needed a quaterback next year. Family is a consideration, though, he joked his kids want him to play until he's 50.

-- DaRon Bland Rehab Update --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys CB DaRon Bland (foot) says he expects to be fully healthy for the team's offseason program.

-- Malik Nabers Speaks --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Post reports Giants WR Malik Nabers (torn ACL) says he is "right on track" in his rehab. Will he play Week 1 in 2026? “My target date is when my body feels good to get out there and I can continue to be who I am,” Nabers said. “If my body doesn’t feel right (Week 1) then I’m not going to play.

-- No Surgery Needed for Cam Ward --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports there is good new for Tennessee Titans QB Cam Ward (shoulder). Exams revealed an AC Joint sprain in his shoulder. No surgery is required, sources say. That is the best-case scenario heading into the offseason.

-- Cardinals Fire HC Jonathan Gannon --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Arizona Cardinals have fired HC Jonathan Gannon. Arizona closed this season with nine straight losses, ultimately costing Gannon his job. Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort will spearhead the search for a new head coach.

-- Dolphins Want to Interview Three --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins requested an interview with Packers VP of Player Personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan, Josh Williams from the 49ers, and Rams AGM John McKay for their vacant general manager job, per source.

-- Raiders Fire HC Pete Carroll --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have fired HC Pete Carroll. Retired QB Tom Brady is in the building today, and GM John Spytek will run the search for the new head coach.

-- Giants Retain GM Joe Schoen --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports GM Joe Schoen is being retained by the New York Giants, according to sources. He has already been informed of the decision by ownership, who believe he's built a good young core.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Pro Bowl premium package subscriber Doug Scoville gets to the point real quick concerning our Pre-Season PDF Fantasy Football Cheatsheets, saying they are the Best in the Industry. Patrons considering a premium purchase should check out what Doug has to say!

-- Titans Want to Interview Matt Nagy & Steve Spagnuolo --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Tennessee Titans are requesting to interview Chiefs OC Matt Nagy and DC Steve Spagnuolo for their vacant head coaching job.

-- No Firings for the Bengals --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cincinnati Bengals will retain HC Zac Taylor and GM Duke Tobin for next season.

-- Charvarius Ward Mulling Retirement --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts CB Charvarius Ward says he has to decide whether he wants to keep playing or retire due to his concussions. He said his dad wants him to retire.

-- Falcons Expected to Name Matt Ryan --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Atlanta Falcons are hiring a new president of football, which many expect to be former Atlanta QB Matt Ryan.

-- Browns Fire HC Kevin Stefanski --
Mon Jan 5, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have fired HC Kevin Stefanski. GM Andrew Berry will run the search, remaining in his position.

-- Kyle Hamilton OUT With a Concussion --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Baltimore Ravens S Kyle Hamilton (concussion) was carted off to the locker room during tonight's game against the Steelers. He is OUT for the rest of the game with a concussion.

-- Falcons Fire GM Terry Fontenot & HC Raheem Morris --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Atlanta Falcons have fired GM Terry Fontenot and HC Raheem Morris.

-- Garett Bolles Injures Ankle --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Denver Post reports Broncos OT Garett Bolles (ankle) left today's game against the Chargers with an ankle injury.

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Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Ballard & Steichen Will Return in 2026 --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard and HC Shane Steichen will return for the 2026 season, per sources.

-- Adios OC Kliff Kingsbury? --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Washington Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury might not return in 2026 regardless of whether he lands another job first.

-- Jets HC Aaron Glenn Going Nowhere --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Jets owner Woody Johnson remains committed to HC Aaron Glenn moving forward.

-- Aaron Rodgers Could Play Another Season --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers could return for another season, since he and the team have enjoyed each other in 2025.

-- Many Packers Will Rest Today, but Trevon Diggs Will Play --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Green Bay Packers (locked into the #7 seed) will rest a significant number of key players today, but newly acquired CB Trevon Diggs will make his Green Bay debut against the Vikings. He will see some action today.

-- Nico Collins Will Not Play Today --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Houston Texans WR Nico Collins won’t play today. A team source says the Texans want to rest their veteran wide receiver ahead of the playoffs. You can expect a lot of action for their two rookies... WR Jayden Higgins and WR Jaylin Noel.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Jets Could be the First NFL Team Ever Without a Pick --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports since the NFL started recording interceptions in 1933, no team ever has finished a season without an interception. The New York Jets would be the first if they do not get an interception today at Buffalo.

-- Giants Draft Pick Watch --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports if the New York Giants lose to the Dallas Cowboys today, they will finish with no worse than the #2 overall draft pick. A win, and they could fall as far as the #7 overall draft pick in April.

-- Philip Rivers Drawing Interest as a Possible Head Coach in the NFL --
Sun Jan 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports sources say teams are doing research on QB Philip Rivers as a potential head coach candidate and the Colts quarterback may have the opportunity to interview for a head coaching opening.

-- Rams Activate Tyler Higbee --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Rams have activated TE Tyler Higbee (ankle) from injured reserve.

-- Cowboys IR Javonte Williams --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed RB Javonte Williams (shoulder/neck) on injured reserve, ending his season.

-- Bengals HC Zac Taylor Going Nowhere --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cincinnati Bengals HC Zac Taylor is not going anywhere.

-- Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com! --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Pro Bowl premium package subscriber Jerry Searcy gets right to the point of explaining Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com. Patrons considering a premium purchase should check out what Jerry has to say about a starting decision he made in Week #2 of the 2024 fantasy season!

-- One & Done for Raiders HC Pete Carroll? --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Las Vegas Raiders HC Pete Carroll returning for a second season would be a major surprise.

-- Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel Going Nowhere? --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports signs continue to point towards Miami Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel returning next season.

-- Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon Going Nowhere? --
Sat Jan 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the general sense is that Arizona Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon will return next season.

-- Jaguars Extend Cole Van Lanen --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Jacksonville Jaguars reached agreement today with OL Cole Van Lanen on a three-year, $51 million contract extension that includes $32.5 million guaranteed. The deal could be worth up to $55.5 million with incentives.

-- Raiders Mum on Starting QB --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Las Vegas Raiders HC Pete Carroll declined to say whether QB Kenny Pickett or QB Aidan O'Connell will start against the Chiefs this week.

-- Cardinals IR MHJ --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Arizona Cardinals official website reports the Cardinals have placed WR Marvin Harrison Jr. (foot/heel) on injured reserve, ending his season.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Super Bowl premium package subscriber Nick Maltese gets to the point real quick concerning his 12 Fantasy Football Championships. Patrons considering a subscription should check out what Nick has to say!

-- Ravens Extend John Jenkins --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Baltimore Ravens have signed DT John Jenkins to a $2.1 million, one-year extension through 2026.

-- A Heavy Workload for Jaydon Blue --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Star Telegram reports Dallas Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue should be in line for a heavy workload this week. FB Hunter Luepke could get the start.

-- J.J. McCarthy Will Start This Week --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell says QB J.J. McCarthy (hand) will start this week against the Packers.

-- Saints IR Mason Tipton --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NOLA.com reports the New Orleans Saints have placed WR Mason Tipton (groin) on injured reserve with a groin injury.

-- Dolphins IR Darren Waller; Sign One --
Fri Jan 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Miami Dolphins have signed RB Donovan Edwards from Washington’s practice squad and placed TE Darren Waller (groin) on injured reserve.

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