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-- Free 2025 Pre-Season Draft Guide FINAL Version VI Preview Released! --
Fri Aug 29, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- 2025 Pre-Season Draft Guide FINAL Version VI Released! --
Fri Aug 29, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- 2025 NFL Depth Charts Updated in Pre-Season Draft Guide! --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Looking for an accurate post-NFL Draft 2025 NFL Depth Chart? No problem. FFMastermind.com UPDATES our 2025 NFL Depth Charts in our Pre-Season Draft Guide! These special depth charts go 3+ teams deep for all 32 NFL teams and can be viewed with a premium Pre-Season Draft Guide, Pro Bowl, or Super Bowl package purchase. They will be updated often as we march towards the start of the 2025 NFL season! Log into your premium account to check out the updated cut!

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-- 2025 Draft Guide: ADP Steals & Deals Updated! --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek has UPDATED his ADP Steals & Deals feature for the 3rd and FINAL time in our Pre-Season Draft Guide for our premium subscribers. Nazarek offers specific analysis of the very latest ADP (Average Draft Position) values in PPR leagues for 16 players including ONE NEW STEAL! If you are drafting this week, this is one feature that you simply can NOT afford to miss! Check it out... Read Full Article

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-- 2025 Comprehensive PDF Preseason Cheat Sheets Updated! --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- August Pre-Season Eye in the Sky Reports! --
Tue Aug 5, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

We've just released our initial August "Eye in the Sky" Reports covering 16 teams. Look for more reports to be released throughout the next few weeks leading up to NFL Kick-Off in September. Enjoy.

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-- 49ers Sign Sincere McCormick to Practice Squad --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the San Francisco 49ers have signed RB Sincere McCormick to their practice squad.

-- Kendrick Bourne to Tour --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent WR Kendrick Bourne is visiting the San Francisco 49ers on Monday and Washington Commanders on Tuesday, a source said. The framework of a deal is in place for both, just in case.

-- Packers Acquire Micah Parsons & Extend Him --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Green Bay Packers have acquired DE Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for two first-round picks and DT Kenny Clark, and signed him to a four-year, $188 million extension. The deal includes $120 million fully guaranteed at signing and makes Parsons the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history.

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-- Cowboys Acquire Kenny Clark & Two First-Rounders --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Bills Work Out Eddy Pineiro --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports free-agent PK Eddy Pineiro worked out for the Buffalo Bills on Thursday.

-- Harrison Smith Week-to-Week --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Minnesota Vikings veteran S Harrison Smith has been sidelined for most of August, but should be OK relatively soon. Smith is dealing with a personal health issue and is expected to make a full recovery. He is not being placed on injured reserve, as it’s not thought to be a long-term issue. Smith is set to be evaluated weekly.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Cowboys to Listen to Trade Offers for Micah Parsons --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys appear willing to at least listen to trade offers for unhappy DE Micah Parsons.

-- Two Bucs Likely To Return Later Than Sooner --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht frames WR Chris Godwin’s (ankle) return as likely October (Week #5 or later), saying OT Tristan Wirfs (knee) might be a little sooner.

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-- 49ers Sign Russell Gage --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the San Francisco 49ers have signed WR Russell Gage to a one-year contract.

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-- Two Eagles Practice Two Days in a Row --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports today marks two days of practice in a row for Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown (hamstring) and OG Landon Dickerson (knee).

-- Marvin Mims Jr. Will Practice on Monday --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Denver Broncos HC Sean Payton says WR Marvin Mims Jr. (groin) will return to practice on Monday.

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-- Trevor Penning Rehab Update --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Times-Picayune reports Saints HC Kellen Moore says OG Trevor Penning (toe) is out of his walking boot.

-- Hunter Renfrow Drawing Interest --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran free-agent WR Hunter Renfrow is drawing interest from several teams.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- L'Jarius Sneed Trending Towards Playing Week #1 --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Tennessee Titans HC Brian Callahan says CB L'Jarius Sneed (knee) is trending towards being ready for the opener against the Broncos. "He's looked good. We're going to keep building his volume to get him ready for Week #1," Callahan said.

-- Darnell Mooney Returns to Practice --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Atlanta Falcons WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder) returned to practice on Thursday. Mooney participated in position drills, but didn’t run routes when receivers worked with the quarterbacks during the portion of practice open to media. HC Raheem Morris has said that he “feels great” about Mooney’s eventual availability.

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-- Falcons IR Bralen Trice --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Atlanta Falcons have placed DE Bralen Trice (knee) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games, and the team hopes he can return in Week #6 after the Week #5 BYE.

-- Colts Host Kyrir White --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent LB Kyrir White visited the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday.

-- Jaylen Wright OUT a While --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel says RB Jaylen Wright (leg) had surgery and could be back “Septemberish.”

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-- Tyreek Hills Watch --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel said everything looks great with regard to WR Tyreek Hills' (oblique) availability for Week #1. The team has been understandably cautious with his oblique injury.

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-- Lions Begin Contract Exension Talks for Aidan Hutchinson --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes says the team and DE Aidan Hutchinson’s representation have begun contract discussions. “We have had dialogue that has started and so we’ll just kind of see where it goes,” Holmes said. “But in terms of the level of importance, yeah, that has not changed. Aidan’s very important.”

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Thu Aug 28, 2025 --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!

-- Steelers Make Player Moves --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Pittsburgh Steelers have placed QB Will Howard (finger) and CB Donte Kent on injured reserve. They are OUT 4+ games. The team also re-signed S Chuck Clark and OG Max Scharping.

-- Malik Nabers Feels Ready to Play --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Giants WR Malik Nabers isn’t concerned about being ready to face the Commanders in week #1 despite his lack of preseason work. He called the back issue “minor” and that he’s feeling better now. “I feel good,” Nabers said. “I know it’s been a little ride but right now, I feel good. . . . I feel like I’m always ready. When it’s game time with those lights on, I believe my body is going to turn it on. He’s going to be ready to roll.”

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-- Rams Want More Balance in RB Room --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams had 350 touches, while RB Blake Corum had 65 in 2024. “When you look back at it, and I know Kyren, he’d say he could go for double that and if anyone could, it probably is him,” OC Mike LaFleur said on Wednesday. “It benefits everyone to make sure that you’re not just wearing someone down or overusing somebody. The plan is to split those up a little bit and distribute, whether it’s the run or the pass game, and making sure people are involved within the scheme. He’s a team guy. He’ll do whatever’s asked. When his number’s called, we all know Kyren is going to show up on Sundays.” Williams was on the field last year for 87 percent of the offensive plays. Corum was on the field for 11 percent of the snaps. And so before they can better divvy up the touches, the Rams need to divvy up the reps.

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-- Cowboys Make Player Moves --
Thu Aug 28, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed rookie RB Phil Mafah and CB Caelen Carson on injured reserve/designated to return, the team announced Wednesday. Mafah (shoulder) and Carson (knee) are required to miss at least four games before they can return. The Cowboys replaced their roster spots by re-signing special teams ace CB C.J. Goodwin and OT Hakeem Adeniji.

-- Eagles to Sign Marcus Epps --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran S Marcus Epps is signing with the Philadelphia Eagles, per sources.

-- Micah Parsons Seeking a Second Opinion on His Back --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports unhappy Dallas Cowboys DE Micah Parsons (back) flew out of DFW Airport on Wednesday morning. Parsons is seeking a second opinion on his back. The Cowboys had Parsons undergo an MRI on his back Sunday, and HC Brian Schottenheimer said the results were “pretty clean.” If Parsons is going to continue to hold in until he receives a contract extension, he will need a doctor to sign off on his back “tightness” being too much to play through.

-- Jayden Reed Returns to Practice, But... --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

USA Today reports Green Bay Packers WR Jayden Reed (foot) says he started running routes a few days ago. Today was his first practice back since being in a walking boot. He still can’t run routes pain free, feels it mostly when he plants foot and cuts. He says Week #1 is still uncertain, but significant step returning to practice.

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-- Pro Bowl Package: The Classic Deal! --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Raiders IR Aidan O'Connell --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Las Vegas Raiders have placed QB Aidan O'Connell (wrist) on injured reserve. He is expected to miss 5-7 more weeks, but is officially OUT 4+ games.

-- Travis Hunter Ready to Play Both Ways --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Jacksonville Jaguars rookie WR/CB Travis Hunter is ready to play both ways in Week #1 against the Panthers. Although Hunter was held out of some training camp practices and the final preseason game because of an injury, Jaguars GM James Gladstone says Hunter is now at full speed on the practice field. “He’s on the grass today and rolling full speed,” Gladstone said.

-- Chargers IR Eric Rogers --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Los Angeles Chargers have placed CB Eric Rogers on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Lamar Jackson Contract Extension Watch --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Baltimore Ravcns GM Eric DeCosta said that talks with QB Lamar Jackson are “ongoing” without offering any indication of how they are progressing. “I appreciate the question, but it’s good to kind of keep these things with the players,” DeCosta said. “That will continue to be the way we operate. I really wouldn’t want to get into any specifics with any of our players and their contract negotiations. I think that hurts the process.”

-- Packers Sign Nick Niemann --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Green Bay Packers have signed veteran free-agent LB Nick Niemann.

-- Marvin Mims Tweaks Groin --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Denver Broncos WR Marvin Mims (groin) left practice today with a groin injury. The team still is evaluating him, but they are not overly concerned about him.

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-- Ikem Ekwonu Day-to-Day --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Carolina Panthers HC Dave Canales says OT Ikem Ekwonu (appendectomy) is listed as day-to-day.

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-- Jauan Jennings Will Not be Traded; Uncertain to Play Week #1 --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch says the team is hopeful. but not sure on Week #1 when asked about WR Jauan Jennings (calf). He additionally noted that the 49ers would not be trading Jennings.

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-- Browns Sign Two to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns signed OG Cole Strange and WR Malachi Corley to their practice squad.

-- 49ers IR Jacob Cowing --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the San Francisco 49ers have placed WR Jacob Cowing (hamstring) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Eagles Sign Audric Estime to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Philadelphia Eagles have signed RB Audric Estime to their practice squad.

-- Chargers IR Junior Colson --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Los Angeles Chargers have placed LB Junior Colson (shoulder) on season-ending injured reserve.

-- Najee Harris to Return to Practice Today; Could Play Week #1 --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Los Anmgeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh says RB Najee Harris (eye) will be back at practice today. He said Harris playing Week #1 is a “possibility.”

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-- Bengals Sign Dalton Risner --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cincinnati Bengals have signed veteran free-agent OG Dalton Risner.

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-- Dolphins Sign Jeff Wilson to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Miami Dolphins have signed RB Jeff Wilson to their practice squad.

-- Tre'Davious White Injury Update --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane says CB Tre'Davious White (leg) is luckily his injury isn't the season-ending variety. He did not rule him out for Week #1.

-- Saints Claim Trey Palmer --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New Orleans Saints have claimed WR Trey Palmer off waivers from the Buccaneers.

-- Texans Re-Sign Harrison Bryant --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Houston Texans have re-signed TE Harrison Bryant.

-- Anthony Richardson Going Nowhere --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indy Star reports Colts GM Chris Ballard says the team will not trade QB Anthony Richardson.

-- Cade Otton Injury Update --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Bucs Gameday reports Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles says TE Cade Otton (leg/hamstring) has another leg injury on top of a hamstring he’s been dealing with. He says he’ll be “out for a little bit,” but says he doesn’t know if it will bleed into Week #1 or not.

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-- Jets Claim Jelani Woods --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Jets have claimed TE Jelani Woods off waivers from the Colts.

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-- Patriots Claim Tommy DeVito --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New England Patriots have claimed QB Tommy DeVito off waivers from the Giants.

-- Patriots Release Kendrick Bourne --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New England Patriots are releasing veteran WR Kendrick Bourne, per sources. After missing most of camp with a foot injury, Bourne is healthy and wanted a fresh start.

-- 49ers to Sign MVS --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran free-agent WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling is signing with the San Francisco 49ers.

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-- Rashee Rice Accepts 6-Game Suspension to Begin Season --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is accepting and will serve a six-game suspension to start the 2025 regular season, per sources.

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-- Ravens Extend Kyle Hamilton --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports S Kyle Hamilton has agreed to a four-year, $100 million extension with the Baltimore Ravens.

-- Rashee Rice Suspension Watch --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the NFL is aiming for at least a six-game suspension for Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.

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-- Cade Otton Sits Wednesday --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Pewter Report reports Buccaneers TE Cade Otton (undisclosed) did not practice on Wednesday.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Chris Godwin Could Return Anywhere from Week #2 to Week #5 --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles says he would say WR Chris Godwin (ankle) will return to action anywhere from Week #2 to Week #5. “He’s working his way back, he’s getting healthier by the day,” Bowles said. “There’s some light at the end of the tunnel. I can’t say exactly when, but hopefully sooner than later. I think he’s closer to sooner than he is later.”

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-- Dolphins to Sign Riley Patterson to Practice Squad --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Miami Dolphins will sign PK Riley Patterson to the practice squad. He was one of four kickers to work out for the team this week. The plan is for Patterson to remain on the practice squad and be elevated on a temporary basis for the first three weeks of the season. That’s the maximum number of elevations that a player can be elevated without being released. PK Jason Sanders (hip - IR) will have to miss at least four games with his hip injury, so the Dolphins will have to make another decision about their kicker plans at some point.

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-- Dolphins NFI Cam Smith --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Miami Dolphins have placed CB Cam Smith on the reserve non-football injury list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Colts to Work Out Anthony Walker --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports veteran free-agent LB Anthony Walker is set to work out for the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday.

-- Jaguars Release Austin Trammell --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have waived WR Austin Trammell.

-- Joe Mixon Watch --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Houston Chronicle reports Texans GM Nick Caserio commented on RB Joe Mixon (foot): "Once we get through four weeks, we'll evaluate it at that time." Asked if he anticipates Mixon playing: "We'll see, we'll take it one day at a time."

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-- De'Von Achane Expected to Play Week #1 --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Miami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane (calf) will be ready for Week #1 vs the Colts, per GM Chris Grier.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --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!

-- Vikings Acquire Adam Thielen --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Minnesota Vikings have re-acquired WR Adam Thielen from the Panthers. Carolina gets a 2026 5th-round draft pick and a 2027-4th rounder, while Minnesota gets Thielen, a conditional 2026 7th-round draft pick and a 2027 5th-rounder.

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-- Panthers Trade Adam Thielen --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Lions Sign Daniel Thomas --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Detroit Lions have signed veteran free-agent S Daniel Thomas.

-- Bills Sign Jordan Poyer --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Buffalo Bills have signed veteran free-agent S Jordan Poyer.

-- Jaguars Acquire Tim Patrick --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have acquired WR Tim Patrick from the Detroit Lions in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick.

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-- Lions Trade Tim Patrick --
Wed Aug 27, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have acquired WR Tim Patrick from the Detroit Lions in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick.

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-- Zah Frazier Lost for the Season --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Chicago Bears CB Zah Frazier, a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft, will miss his entire rookie season on the Non-Football Injury/Illness list.

-- The FFPC Big Gorilla is Here! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Chargers Release Taylor Heinicke --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Los Angeles Chargers have released QB Taylor Heinicke.

-- No IR for Isaiah Likely --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Baltimore Ravens did not place TE Isaiah Likely (foot) on injured reserve, which means he’s eligible to play in Baltimore’s first four games. Likely suffered a small fracture in his foot in late July and has yet to return to practice.

-- Bears IRDFR Two --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Chicago Bears have placed RB Travis Homer and LB Amen Ogbongbemiga on injured reserve designated for return. They are OUT 4+ games.

-- Bucs Activate Godwin & Wirfs --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin (ankle) and OT Tristan Wirfs (knee) both passed their physicals today. That means they are activated to the 53-man roster.

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-- Texans PUP Denico Autry --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Houston Texans have placed DE Denico Autry (knee) on the reserve physically unable to perform list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Bills IRDFR Maxwell Hairston --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Buffalo Bills have placed CB Maxwell Hairston (knee) on injured reserve designated for return.

-- 49ers Release Four WRs --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the San Francisco 49ers have released WR Robbie Chosen, WR Russell Gage, WR Isaiah Hodgins, and WR Malik Turner.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --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!

-- Packers PUP Christian Watson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Green Bay Packers have placed WR Christian Watson (knee) on the reserve physically unable to perform list. He is OUT 4+ games, and likely longer.

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-- Texans Release Harrison Bryant --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Houston Texans have released veteran TE Harrison Bryant.

-- Seahawks IRDFR Christian Haynes --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Seattle Seahawks have placed OG Christian Haynes on injured reserve designated for return. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Michael Burton Lost for the Season --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Denver Broncos FB Michael Burton (hamstring) will undergo surgery and is lost for the season.

-- Cowboys NFI Sharon Revel --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed CB Sharon Revel on the reserve non-football injury list. H is OUT 4+ games.

-- Vikings IRDFR Two --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Minnesota Vikings have placed FB C.J. Ham and LB Tyler Batty on injured reserve. Both players were designated for return, so they will be able to return to action after missing the first four games of the season.

-- Cardinals PUP Walter Nolen --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Arizona Cardinals have placed rookie DT Walter Nolen (calf) on reserve Physically Unable to Perform list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --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!

-- Packers IR MarShawn Lloyd --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Green Bay Packers have placed RB MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) on injured reserve designed to return. He is OUT 4+ games.

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-- Packers Extend Matt Orzech --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Green Bay Packers have signed LS Matt Orzech to a three-year contract extension.

-- Dolphins IR Jason Sanders --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ERSPN reports the Miami Dolphins have placed PK Jason Sanders (hip) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

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-- 49ers PUP Two --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the San Francisco 49ers have placed WR Brandon Aiyuk (knee) and S Malik Mustapha on the reserve PUP list. They ar OUT 4+ games.

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-- Colts to Host Mike Hilton --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports free-agent CB Mike Hilton will visit the Indianapolis Colts on Wednesday.

-- Eagles Release Terrace Marshall --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Philadelphia Eagles have released WR Terrace Marshall.

-- Dillon Gabriel Named QB2 for Browns --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says rookie QB Dillon Gabriel is the team’s backup quarterback behind starter QB Joe Flacco.

-- Why Subscribe to FFMastermind.com? --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Kyle Dugger Going Nowhere --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Boston Herald reports Patriots S Kyle Dugger will remain on the Patriots’ 53-player roster. The team attempted to trade Dugger, but, while the Patriots had talks with multiple teams, they were not close to a deal.

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-- Chargers Activate Najee Harris --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Los Angeles Chargers have activated RB Najee Harris (eye) from the NFI list, making him eligible to play as early as Week #1 against the Chiefs in Brazil.

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-- Falcons IR Kaleb McGary --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Atlanta Falcons have placed OT Kaleb McGary (knee) on season-ending injured reserve.

-- Commanders PUP Sam Cosmi --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports the Commanders have placed OL Sam Cosmi (knee) on the reserve PUP list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Chargers Acquire Austin Deculus --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Los Angeles Chargers have acquired OT Austin Deculus from the Houston Texans for a 2027 seventh-round pick.

-- Eagles PUP Nakobe Dean --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Philadelphia Eagles have placed LB Nakobe Dean (knee) on the reserve Physically Unable to Perform list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Jimmie Ward Placed on Commissioner Exempt List --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the NFL has placed Houston Texans S Jimmie Ward on the Commissioner Exempt List. Ward will not practice or attend games while on the list.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Steelers IRDFR Will Howard --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Post Gazette reports the Steelers have placed QB Will Howard (finger) on injured reserve with a designation to return.

-- Broncos IRDFR Two --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Denver Broncos have placed FB Michael Burton and LB Drew Sanders on injured reserve with a designation to return.

-- Chargers Release Tony Jefferson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Chargers have released S Tony Jefferson.

-- Tetairoa McMillan Practices Tuesday --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Carolina Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring) practiced on Tuesday.

-- Saints PUP Taysom Hill --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NOLA.com reports the New Orleans Saints have placed TE Taysom Hill (knee) on the reserve PUP list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Deshaun Watson Stays on the PUP List --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (Achilles) will remain on the reserve PUP list to begin the 2025 season. He is OUT 4+ games, but likely a lot more.

-- Browns Release Dustin Hopkins --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have released veteran PK Dustin Hopkins.

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-- A Great Product Consistently --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Panthers Release Raheem Blackshear --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Carolina Panthers have waived RB Raheem Blackshear.

-- Seahawks Release MVS --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Seattle Seahawks have released WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling.

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-- Spencer Rattler Named Saints Starting QB --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New Orleans Saints HC Kellen Moore announced in his Tuesday press conference that QB Spencer Rattler is the team’s starter to begin the season, with Rattler winning the battle over rookie QB Tyler Shough.

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-- Panthers Release Hunter Renfrow --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Carolina Panthers have released veteran WR Hunter Renfrow.

-- Saints PUP Foster Moreau --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NOLA.com reports the New Orleans Saints have placed TE Foster Moreau (knee) on the reserve PUP list. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- No IR for Jaylon Johnson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Chicago Tribune reports Bears CB Jaylon Johnson (hamstring) will be on the 53-man roster to start the season. The target date for him to play is Week #1, but Johnson has yet to practice.

-- 49ers Release Jeff Wilson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the San Fransisco 49ers have released RB Jeff Wilson.

-- Pro Bowl Package: The Classic Deal! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Saints Acquire Asim Richards --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New Orleans Saints have acquired OT Asim Richards and a 2028 seventh-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys for a 2028 sixth-round pick.

-- Cowboys Release Deuce Vaughn --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived RB Deuce Vaughn.

-- Dolphins Work Out Four Kickers --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Miami Dolphins worked out PK Eddy Pineiro, PK Riley Patterson, PK Zane Gonzalez, and PK Greg Joseph.

-- Commanders Release Clelin Ferrell --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have released DE Clelin Ferrell.

-- Titans Release Xavier Restrepo --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Tennessee Titans have waived WR Xavier Restrepo. Restrepo is a candidate for the Titans practice squad.

-- Matthew Stafford Might Have to be Managed Throughout 2025 --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford’s (back) back injury is going to be "a thing” that may have to be managed throughout the entire season. Stafford’s return to practice is encouraging, but there is concern regarding his ability to stay healthy if he takes a bad hit.

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-- Bills Release K.J. Hamler --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Buffalo Bills have released WR K.J. Hamler.

-- Super Bowl Package: The Absolute Best Deal! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Eagles Release Ainias Smith --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Philadelphia Eagles have waived WR Ainias Smith.

-- Steelers Release Robert Woods --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Pittsburgh Steelers have released WR Robert Woods. The door is likely open for a possible return.

-- Falcons Acquire Michael Jerrell --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Seattle Seahawks have traded OT Michael Jerrell to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a 2027 seventh-round selection.

-- Asante Samuel Jr. Watch --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports veteran free-agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. (neck) will undergo a CT scan in October to ensure successful spinal fusion. Samuel won’t attempt to sign with a team until the second half of the season.

-- Sione Vaki Could Miss Week #1 --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Detroit Free Press reports Lions RB Sione Vaki (hamstring) could miss the Week #1 game against the Packers.

-- Saints Release CEH --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NOLA.com reports the New Orleans Saints have released RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire.

-- Browns Release Pierre Strong Jr. --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns have released RB Pierre Strong Jr..

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Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Colts IRDFR Jaylon Carlies --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed LB Jaylon Carlies (shoulder) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Packers Release Mecole Hardman --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Green Bay Packers have released WR Mecole Hardman.

-- Chiefs Release Carson Steele --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Kansas City Chiefs have waived RB Carson Steele.

-- Texans Release Nick Niemann --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Houston Texans have released LB Nick Niemann, a special teams contributor who signed a two-year, $6 million deal with the team in March. Niemann’s contract included $3 million guaranteed this season and $1 million in full guarantees next year as well.

-- Cowboys IRDFR Two --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed WR Jonathan Mingo (knee) and DE Payton Turner (ribs) on injured reserve with a designation to return.

-- Andres Borregales Wins Patriots PK Job --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports PK Andres Borregales has won the New England Patriots kicker competition.

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-- Commanders Release K.J. Osborn --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have released veteran WR K.J. Osborn.

-- Save $10 Off the Cost of MyFantasyLeague.com! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Titans IR Tyjae Spears --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears (ankle), who suffered a high ankle sprain earlier this month and was spotted in a walking boot this weekend, is being placed on injured reserve, meaning he will sidelined at least the first four games of the season.

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-- Bengals IR Daijahn Anthony --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cincinnati Bengals have placed S Daijahn Anthony (hamstring) on injured reserve with a hamstring injury,

-- Saints Release Jake Haener --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New Orleans Saints have released QB Jake Haener.

-- Buccaneers Release Trey Palmer --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released WR Trey Palmer.

-- Colts Release Jelani Woods --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have released TE Jelani Woods.

-- Giants Release Greg Dulcich --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have released veteran TE Greg Dulcich.

-- Jets Release Malachi Corley --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Jets have released WR Malachi Corley.

-- Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com! --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Texans Making Player Moves --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Houston Texans have released veteran OT Trent Brown, while TE Irv Smith Jr. (ankle) sidelined with sprained ankle, could be headed for injured reserve.

-- Browns Release Diontae Johnson --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have released veteran WR Diontae Johnson.

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-- Falcons Release Lenny Krieg --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Atlanta Falcons have released PK Lenny Krieg.

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-- Browns Acquire K.T. Leveston --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have acquired OG K.T. Leveston from the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for a 2028 seventh-round pick.

-- Dolphins Sign Rasul Douglas --
Tue Aug 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent CB Rasul Douglas has signed a one-year deal worth $3 million with the Miami Dolphins.

-- Adam Thielen Trade Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Minnesota Vikings and Carolina Panthers have tried to work out a trade for Panthers WR Adam Thielen, who would like to return to Minnesota, but the two sides continue to struggle to agree on compensation.

-- Jake Bobo in Concussion Protocol --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Seattle Times reports Seahawks WR Jake Bobo (concussion) is in concussion protocol.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Steelers Release Ben Sauls --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Pittsburgh Steelers have waived PK Ben Sauls.

-- Colts Acquire Mekhi Blackmon --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Minnesota Vikings have traded CB Mekhi Blackmon to the Indianapolis Colts for a 2026 6th round pick.

-- Raiders Acquire Kenny Pickett --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic's Dianna Russini reports the Cleveland Browns have traded QB Kenny Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders for a fifth-round draft pick.

-- Trevon Diggs Fully Practices Monday --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs (knee) fully practiced on Monday.

-- Browns Release DeAndre Carter --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have released WR DeAndre Carter.

-- Cowboys IR Phil Mafah --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed RB Phil Mafah (shoulder) on injured reserve. He is OUT for 4+ games.

-- Tory Horton Week #1 Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Seattle Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald says he’s optimistic about rookie WR Tory Horton (ankle) being available for Week #1.

-- The FFPC Big Gorilla is Here! --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Broncos Release Audric Estime --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

9News in Denver reports the Broncos have waived RB Audric Estime.

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-- Raiders to Sign Amari Cooper --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic's Dianna Russini reports the Las Vegas Raiders are signing free-agent WR Amari Cooper to a one-year contract. Cooper had interest from multiple teams, including the 49ers, but elects to sign with Las Vegas.

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-- Bengals & Trey Hendrickson Agree to New Deal --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic's Dianna Russini reports the Cincinnati Bengals and DE Trey Hendrickson have agreed to a reworked deal that will end his hold-in, per source. Hendrickson receives a raise that will bump his 2025 salary to $30 million. He will still become a free agent after this year.

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-- Adios Ben Sauls If... --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Pittsburgh Steelers plan to waive PK Ben Sauls if they cannot trade him before Tuesday’s cutdown deadline.

-- Commanders Release Michael Gallup --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have released veteran WR Michael Gallup.

-- Lions Release Hendon Hooker --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Detroit Lions have waived QB Hendon Hooker.

-- Jaylen Wright OUT for Week #1 --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright (leg) will not play in Week #1 against the Colts. HC Mike McDaniel said Wright’s expected return should come “not too far off... after that.”

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-- Keep Coming Back! --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Jason Sanders OUT a While --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins PK Jason Sanders (undisclosed) is going to not going to be available at the beginning of the season. "Surgery isn't necessary, but time is," HC Mike McDaniel said.

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-- Unhappy Jakobi Meyers Request a Trade, But... --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Las Vegas Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers has requested a trade after new contract negotiations failed to result in a new deal. The team, citing his value, said they had no plans to trade him.

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-- Josh Downs Injury Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox59 reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says he’s optimistic WR Josh Downs (hamstring) will practice next week.

-- Quinshon Judkins Suspension Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports it’s possible a potential suspension for unsigned Cleveland Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins could come at roster cuts.

-- Bears Release Royce Freeman --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Chicago Bears have released veteran RB Royce Freeman.

-- Mark Andrews Sits Monday --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Baltimore Ravens TE Mark Andrews (undisclosed) did not practice on Monday.

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-- Bengals Restart Talks with Trey Hendrickson --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Cincinnati Bengals have re-started talks with All-Pro DE Trey Hendrickson on a new deal for 2025. My understanding is the two sides have been exploring a more “unique” avenue to get something done. Giving Hendrickson more money this season while still letting his contract expire after the year — has been discussed. “More work to do, but there’s cautious optimism,” a source said.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
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-- Jauan Jennings Sits Monday --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings (calf) did not practice on Monday.

-- Texans Reserve NFI Joe Mixon --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Houston Texans have placed RB Joe Mixon (ankle - NFI) on the reserve non-football injury list.

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-- Lamar Jackson Returns to Practice --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (foot) returned to practice on Monday.

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-- Matthew Stafford Practices Monday --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (back) practiced on Monday.

-- Eagles Release Kenyon Green --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Philadelphia Eagles have waived OG Kenyon Green.

-- Sauce Gardner Sits Monday --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner (calf) was not seen practicing on Monday.

-- Commanders Extend Terry McLaurin --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin has agreed to a three-year contract extension worth more than $96 million with the team.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Allen Lazard on Track to Play Week #1 --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Post reports Jets WR Allen Lazard (shoulder) says is practicing on Monday and is on track to play in Week #1. He injured his shoulder in the preseason game in Green Bay two weeks ago.

-- Dolphins Release Two --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Miami Dolphins have waived CB Mike Hilton and RB Mike Boone.

-- Joe Mixon Has Had a Tough & Complicated Rehab --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports Houston Texans RB Joe Mixon (foot - NFI) has had a tough and complicated rehab. Mixon had multiple injections and electromagnetic therapy to remove scar tissue in the early stages of a tough and complicated rehab. If Mixon does stay on the NFI list, he’ll be out for at least the first four games of the regular season.

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-- Jauan Jennings Watch --
Mon Aug 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The San Francisco Standard reports 49ers WR Jauan Jennings’ (calf) lingering calf injury and long contractual stalemate with the 49ers could combine to send him to the injured reserve list this week.

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