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-- Free Agency 2026: The AFC --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com 2026 premium package subscribers take note. Senior fantasy writer Michael Nazarek releases a special look at Free Agency in 2026: The AFC. Nazarek offers an experienced take on all 16 AFC teams with their key free agents. Which free agents will likely be re-signed and which are likely to move on? Log into your premium account to check out Nazarek's thoughts! Previous subscribers of FFMastermind.com can purchase a 2026 Pro Bowl or Super Bowl premium package to receive instant access to this comprehensive fantasy article by logging into their premium account and clicking the RENEW link. For new patrons, you can just ORDER NOW to get the inside scoop in 2026!

-- Initial 2026 Off-Season Eye in the Sky Reports! --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

We've just released our initial 2026 Off-Season "Eye in the Sky" Reports covering 7 teams. Look for more reports to be released throughout the next seven months leading up to NFL Kick-Off in September. Enjoy.

-- Preliminary Top 12 Fantasy Player Rankings for 2026 (PPR & Non-PPR) --
Mon Feb 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

2026 Premium package subscribers take note. Looking for a head start on the 2026 fantasy season? FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek offers his Preliminary Top 12 Fantasy Player Rankings for 2026 (both PPR & Non-PPR leagues) for your viewing pleasure. Nazarek gives you analysis for each player ranked. Log into your premium account and Enjoy.

-- Initial 2026 Dynasty/Keeper Fantasy Rankings Released! --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

2026 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl premium package subscribers take note. The first premium feature for 2026 has been released! Are you looking for fantasy keeper/dynasty player rankings? Need to make a cutdown on your roster by the Super Bowl? No problem! Keeper Korner columnist Brent Lathrop has just released his Initial 2026 Dynasty/Keeper Fantasy Rankings for your viewing pleasure. Remember, these rankings could change significantly once free agency hits, but they do represent a good current guideline for how we feel players in keeper/dynasty leagues stack up. Log into your premium account and Enjoy.

-- 2026 NFL Draft Central Debuts! --
Fri Jan 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Our 2026 NFL Draft Central feature has debuted! This feature contains links to all our 2026 NFL Rookie Draft coverage. We begin the 2026 off-season with the first round order of the upcoming 2026 NFL Rookie Draft in late April, a list of Key NFL Dates for 2026, and a link to a preview of our 2025 premium Rookie Draft Reference Guide. Other free and premium items will be released in the coming days and weeks, such as February Rookie Player Rankings. Be sure to check out 2026 NFL Draft Central today!

Last Updated: Thu Feb 19, 2026, 3:45 PM

-- Raiders Name Marquice Williams --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Marquice Williams Senior Special Teams Coach.

-- Browns Promote Brandon Lynch --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have promoted Brandon Lynch to Cornerbacks Coach and Pass Game Specialist.

-- Broncos Re-Sign Michael Bandy --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Denver Broncos have re-signed free-agent WR Michael Bandy.

-- Raiders Name Rick Dennison --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Rick Dennison Offensive Line Coach.

-- 49ers Close to Trading Mac Jones? --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the stars could be aligning for the 49ers to trade QB Mac Jones. Jones didn’t just look like a starter in 2025, but someone who could lead an imperfect team.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Thu Feb 19, 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!

-- Kyler Murray Watch --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Arizona Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur wasn’t ready to talk about the team’s plans for QB Kyler Murray at his introductory press conference early this month and he didn’t have much more to say about the quarterback at a press conference on Wednesday. The manner in which a split would happen remains a question mark because Murray’s already been guaranteed $36.8 million for the 2026 season and LaFleur would only say that the team is talking about how to best move forward. “Just like everything else on the roster, open conversations in this building,” LaFleur said. “No timeframe on that.”

-- Seahawks Name Justin Outten --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Justin Outten Run Game Coordinator.

-- Bears Name Jeff King --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Chicago Bears have named Jeff King Assistant General Manager.

-- Lane Johnson Will Play in 2026 --
Thu Feb 19, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Philadelphia Eagles OT Lane Johnson has announced he will return for a 14th NFL season.

-- Broncos Name Ronald Curry --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports the Denver Broncos have named Ronald Curry WRs Coach.

-- Raiders Name Two --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Ronell Williams LBs Coach and Al Holcomb Senior Defensive Assistant.

-- Adios Wyatt Teller --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports impending Cleveland Browns free-agent OG Wyatt Teller has announced he will be leaving the team in free agency.

-- 49ers Re-Sign Nick Zakelj --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the San Francisco 49ers have re-signed OT Nick Zakelj to a one-year contract.

-- Sign Up for Free Fantasy Newsletters! --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Rams Re-Sign David Quessenberry --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Los Angeles Rams have re-signed OT David Quessenberry to a one-year contract.

-- Dolphins Shopping Minkah Fitzpatrick --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Miami Dolphins have had trade talks with teams regarding S Minkah Fitzpatrick.

-- Rod Wood to Retire Soon --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Detroit Lions president and CEO Rod Wood has announced that he will retire before the start of the 2026 NFL season.

-- Bengals Re-Sign Kendric Pryor --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Bengals official website reports the Beagals have re-signed free-agent WR Kendric Pryor to a one-year contract.

-- Raiders Name Zack Azzanni --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Zack Azzanni WRs Coach.

-- Civil Lawsuit Filed Against Rashee Rice --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

TMZ Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was accused of violent and abusive behaviors in a lawsuit filed by the mother of two of his children. Dacoda Jones this week reportedly filed a lawsuit accusing Rice of choking, strangling, scratching, hitting, and headbutting Jones over a 19-month period. The lawsuit also says Rice broke furniture and punched holes in walls during arguments with Jones. Much of the violent behavior occurred while Jones was pregnant, according to the lawsuit.

-- Cardinals Name Pete Kwiatkowski --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals have named Pete Kwiatkowski Defensive Line Coach.

-- Seahawks Name Thomas Hammock --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Thomas Hammock RBs Coach/Senior Offensive Assistant.

-- FFMastermind.com Subscribers Win Thousands! --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Many patrons ask Why should they subscribe to FFMastermind.com Premium Services when they are other cheaper services? Did you know that the winners of the 2013 AFFL ($25,000 Grand Prize), 2012 FFWC ($200,000 Grand Prize), 2010 FFPC ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2008 NBC Sports NFFC Primetime Event ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2005 NFFC ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2005 & 2006 PayDaySports ($65,000 Grand Prize), and 2005 Fantasy VIPs ($25,000 Grand Prize) High Stakes Fantasy Football Contests are all FFMastermind.com Premium Service Subscribers? Yup, it's true. Winners know THE BEST when they see it. And FFMastermind.com is happy to help them win THOUSANDS! Heck, Michael Nazarek himself recently cashed out $4,100 in the 2024 FFPC Main Event, $250 Dynasty, and $350 Fantasy Pros High Stakes Contest Leagues, $1,500 in a 2023 $350 Fantasy Pros High Stakes Contest League, $1,300 in a 2022 $250 FFPC Dynasty League, $4,000 in the 2021 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $7,000 in the 2019 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $4,000 in the 2016 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $10,000 in the 2015 High Stakes FFPC Main Event and $7,500 in the 2014 High Stakes FFPC Main Event when his team finished 15th out of a whopping 1,344 teams! Isn't it about time you took winning more seriously? Take it from thousands of Satisfied Customers. We are serious about helping you win it all! Order Now!

-- 49ers to Host a Game in Mexico City --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the San Francisco 49ers will host a regular season game this season in Mexico City at Estadio Banorte, with their opponent to be announced.

-- Rich Bisaccia Leaves Packers --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Green Bay Packers assistant head coach and special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia is stepping down.

-- Patrick Mahomes Restructures --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs have restructured QB Patrick Mahomes’ contract this week, lowering his salary cap number from $78.2 to $34.65 million for the upcoming season and creating $43.56 million in salary cap space.

-- Patriots Name Zak Kuhr --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports New England Patriots LBs coach Zak Kuhr, who was the interim defensive coordinator last season, is having the interim title pulled and now becoming the full-time defensive coordinator.

-- Robert Woods Retires as a Ram --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran WR Robert Woods announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons via Instagram. The Los Angeles Rams signed him to a one-day contract to allow him to retire as a Ram, where he played five seasons, achieved back-to-back 1,100-yard receiving seasons, and won Super Bowl LVI.

-- Tyler Allgeier Watch --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports it’s hard to imagine the Atlanta Falcons will be able to bring back impending free-agent RB Tyler Allgeier.

-- Joel Bitonio Watch --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cleveland Browns and OG Joel Bitonio agreed to push the void date back on his contract until the end of the league year in March, according to a source. It gives Bitonio about three more weeks to decide on his future. The previous deadline was yesterday.

-- Mike Evans Not Retiring --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports impending free-agent WR Mike Evans will play in 2026 and will explore his free agency options.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Tue Feb 17, 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!

-- Ravens Make No Progress to Extend Isaiah Likely --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Baltimore Ravens have made no progress in their efforts to extend TE Isaiah Likely.

-- Adios Romeo Doubs? --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports impending free-agent WR Romeo Doubs is as good as gone from the Packers in free agency.

-- Panthers Re-Sign J.J. Jansen --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Carolina Panthers have re-signed LS J.J. Jansen for his 18th NFL season.

-- Jets to Tag Breece Hall? --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the New York Jets will probably use the franchise tag on RB Breece Hall. It feels likely that the Jets tag Hall with the non-exclusive franchise tag or the transition tag and then figure something out from there.

-- Seahawks Unlikely to Franchise Tag Kenneth Walker --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it’s unlikely the Seattle Seahawks will use their franchise tag on RB Kenneth Walker, per league sources. The Seahawks have multiple free agents they want to retain and sign. They also will try to extend WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

-- Raiders Name Travis Smith --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Travis Smith Defensive Line Coach.

-- Bucky Irving Undergoes Shoulder Surgery --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

JoeBucsFan.com reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving has undergone a procedure on his shoulder since the season ended. The recovery process is not expected to significantly impact his participation in the offseason program.

-- Ronnie Hickman Suffers Minor Injuries During an Assault --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Post reports Cleveland Browns S Ronnie Hickman suffered minor injuries in an assault on Monday. Hickman was jumped by a group of four men in the lobby of a Manhattan hotel early Monday. He was taken to the hospital and has since been released, with no arrests made in the incident yet.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Mon Feb 16, 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!

-- Tyreek Hill Not Retiring --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran WR Tyreek Hill’s (knee) agent, Drew Rosenhaus, says Hill wants to continue playing once he is fully recovered from his knee injury.

-- Jaguars Re-Sign Two --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have re-signed RB DeeJay Dallas and DL Matt Dickerson.

-- Tua Tagovailoa Watch --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Miami Dolphins preference has been to find a trade partner for QB Tua Tagovailoa. A cut is possible in the end, but that has been their preference. The understanding is the new regime doesn’t want it to drag too long.

-- Adios James Conner? --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports veteran RB James Conner could be a potential cap casualty for the Arizona Cardinals this offseason.

-- Dolphins Release Two More --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have released veteran OG James Daniels and WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.

-- Browns Name Mike Rutenberg --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have named Mike Rutenberg Defensive Coordinator.

-- Dolphins Release Tyreek Hill --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Miami Dolphins veteran WR Tyreek Hill is being released. Hill turns 32 on March 1st, is recovering from a dislocated knee and torn ACL, and now will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his NFL career. His release will save the Dolphins $22.8 million against the salary cap.

-- Dolphins Release Bradley Chubb --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have released veteran DE Bradley Chubb, per source. After his restructure last year, Chubb had a cap number of more than $31M for 2026. A release was always the plan.

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Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Raiders Name Joe DeCamillis --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Joe DeCamillis Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Raiders Name Matt Robinson --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Matt Robinson Secondary Coach.

-- Raiders Name Andrew Janocko --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Andrew Janocko Offensive Coordinator.

-- Seahawks Name Brian Fleury --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Brian Fleury Offensive Coordinator.

-- Raiders Name Rob Leonard --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Rob Leonard Defensive Coordinator.

-- Raiders Interview Andrew Janocko --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Seattle Seahawks QBs coach Andrew Janocko is interviewing today in Las Vegas for the Raiders vacant offensive coordinator job, and also is a candidate for that same job title in Seattle as the successor to former OC Klint Kubiak, per sources.

-- Chargers Name Denzel Martin --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Los Angeles Chargers have named Denzel Martin Assistant OLBs Coach.

-- Lavonte David Mulling Retirement --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB Lavonte David says he’s undecided on whether or not he will retire.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Super Bowl premium package subscriber Jack Fields gets to the point why he Keeps Coming Back to be a premium subscriber after trying out other services. Patrons considering a subscription should check out what Jack has to say!

-- Rams Name Robert Wright --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Rams have named Robert Wright Defensive Assistant. Wright is the former defensive coordinator at Syracuse and Buffalo.

-- Raiders Retain Joe Woods --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders are retaining Joe Woods as defensive pass-game coordinator, per sources.

-- Raiders Promote Rob Leonard --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have promoted Rob Leonard to Defensive Coordinator.

-- Cowboys Name Scott Symons --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Dallas Cowboys have named Scott Symons ILBs Coach.

-- Raiders Interviewing DeMarcus Covington --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders are interviewing Packers defensive line coach and run game coordinator DeMarcus Covington for their vacant defensive coordinator job.

-- Seahawks Interviewing Brian Fleury --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports San Francisco 49ers TEs coach Brian Fleury is interviewing today for the Seattle Seahawks vacant offensive coordinator job.

-- Travis Hunter to Play Mostly CB in 2026? --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Jacksonville Jaguars plan to play WR/CB Travis Hunter as a full-time cornerback and part-time wide receiver in 2026.

-- Cowboys Name Kyle Fuller --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have named Kyle Fuller Assistant Offensive Line Coach and Quality Control Coach.

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Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Colts Could Target Trey Hendrickson --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts could be aggressive in their pursuit of Bengals impending free-agent DE Trey Hendrickson via a tag-and-trade scenario or free agency.

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