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-- 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.

-- Renew for 2026 NOW at Rock Bottom Rates! --
Thu Jan 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Just a quick reminder... We have begun taking RENEWALS for 2026 at special Rock Bottom Rates! If you plan to renew for 2026, we would appreciate it if you logged into your premium account to renew at your earliest convenience. Thank you!

-- 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!

-- 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!

Last Updated: Mon Jan 26, 2026, 6:01 PM

-- Commanders Name Daronte Jones --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have named Vikings defensive backs coach Daronte Jones Defensive Coordinator.

-- No Franchise Tag for Travis Etienne? --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Jacksonville Jaguars impending free-agent RB Travis Etienne is unlikely to be a candidate for the franchise tag this offseason.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Mon Jan 26, 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!

-- Matthew Stafford Returning in 2026 --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford plans to return for his 18th NFL season. Stafford has told people close to him that he believes he has "good football left."

-- Browns Interview Nate Scheelhaase Again --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns have interviewed Rams pass game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase again for their vacant head coach job, per source.

-- Bills Want to Interview Nate Scheelhaase --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Buffalo Bills have requested to interview Rams pass game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase for their vacant head coach job, per source.

-- Lions Hiring Mike Kafka --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports former Giants interim HC Mike Kafka is joining the Lions in a high-ranking offensive staff role, per sources.

-- Travis Hunter Watch --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports early indications are that Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter is primarily going to be a cornerback in 2026 and have a package of plays on offense.

-- What the Cardinals Want for Kyler Murray --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the price for Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray starts with a third-round draft pick.

-- Cardinals Interviewing Mike LaFleur Again --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports Rams OC Mike LaFleur is undergoing a second interview with the Arizona Cardinals for their vacant head-coaching job.

-- Chargers Extend Teair Tart --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Chargers have signed DT Teair Tart to a three-year, $37.5 million contract extension, including $20 million in guarantees.

-- Weekly Fantasy Newsletters with Daily Releases - Flex Rankings Return! --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The majority of the FFMastermind.com Weekly In-Season Fantasy Newsletter is written by 4-peat winner of the SI.com Fantasy Experts League, Michael Nazarek. Not only does this newsletter help premium subscribers wins thousands of dollars, but it also contains DAILY RELEASES OF CRITICAL FANTASY INFORMATION! See for yourself what's included by clicking HERE and make sure to check out week #8's MARKET feature from the 2024 season HERE. BEST OF ALL, WEEKLY FLEX PLAYER RANKINGS HAVE RETURNED IN 2025! There's a reason why Nazarek has been so successful competing against the experts over the past 30 seasons. Hard work, solid advice, and great fantasy strategy is the backbone of FFMastermind.com. Check it out!

-- Eagles Promote Joe Kasper --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Philadelphia Eagles are promoting Joe Kasper to be their defensive pass game coordinator and DBs coach, per source.

-- Falcons Name Craig Aukerman --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Atlanta Falcons official website reports the Falcons have named Craig Aukerman Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Eagles to Interview Jerrod Johnson --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports Houston Texans QBs coach Jerrod Johnson will interview for the Philadelphia Eagles’ vacant offensive-coordinator job.

-- Cardinals Interviewing Anthony Weaver Again --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver is undergoing a second interview with the Arizona Cardinals for their vacant head-coaching job.

-- Eagles Interview Frank Smith --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Philadelphia Eagles have interviewed Dolphins OC Frank Smith for the same position.

-- Grant Udinski Shuns Browns --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Jacksonville Jaguars OC Grant Udinski withdrew his name from consideration for the Cleveland Browns’ head-coaching vacancy.

-- Philip Rivers Not Ready to Coach Bills --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports retired veteran QB Philip Rivers has withdrawn his name from consideration for the Buffalo Bills’ head-coaching vacancy.

-- Bills to Interview Davis Webb --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Buffalo Bills are expected to interview Broncos pass game coordinator Davis Webb for their head-coaching vacancy.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Are you one of those Millennials who don't believe in paying for any fantasy football information services online regardless of cost even though you are struggling to win? Well, you might want to check out what FFMastermind.com premium Super Bowl package subscriber and Millennial Tim P. has to say. It might just open your eyes to the value of our services!

-- Raiders Interview Joe Brady Again --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders are conducting a second interview with Bills OC Joe Brady for their vacant head-coaching job.

-- Giants Name Dennard Wilson --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have named Dennard Wilson Defensive Coordinator.

-- Giants Name Chris Horton --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants have named Chris Horton Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Jaguars Name Brian Picucci --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have named Brian Picucci Run Game Coordinator.

-- Dolphins Name Tyke Tolbert --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have named Tyke Tolbert WRs Coach.

-- Raiders to Interview Davis Webb --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders are expected to meet this week with Broncos passing game coordinator/QBs coach Davis Webb regarding their head coach vacancy.

-- Mack Hollins Will Play Today --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) is active and will play today against the Broncos.

-- Troy Franklin Inactive Today --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) is inactive for today's game against the Patriots.

-- Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com! --
Sun Jan 25, 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!

-- Packers Name Jonathan Gannon --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Green Bay Packers have named Jonathan Gannon Defensive Coordinator.

-- Bo Nix OUT 12 Weeks --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle - IR) is expected to be sidelined 12 weeks after undergoing surgery last week on his broken right ankle.

-- Kenneth Walker Will be the Workhorse Back Today --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports with RB Zach Charbonnet (knee - IR) out due to a torn ACL, RB Kenneth Walker now will become the Seahawks’ workhorse running back. Both RB Cam Akers and RB George Holani are expected to be used in backup roles, with some work expected for each player.

-- Sam Darnold Will Start Today --
Sun Jan 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) will start today’s NFC Championship Game, but he and QB Drew Lock split reps at practice last week due to Darnold’s lingering oblique injury.

-- Broncos IR Bo Nix; Activate One --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Denver Broncos have activated C Luke Wattenberg from injured reserve and placed QB Bo Nix (ankle) on injure reserve.

-- Dolphins Promote Bobby Slowik --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Miami Dolphins have promoted senior passing game coordinator Bobby Slowik to offensive coordinator.

-- Patriots Activate Mack Hollins --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New England Patriots have activated WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) from injured reserve.

-- Raiders Interview Brian Daboll --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders interviewed former Giants HC Brian Daboll today for their vacant head coaching job.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Sat Jan 24, 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!

-- Steelers Working to Hire Mike McCarthy as New HC --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Pittsburgh Steelers are working towards a deal to hire Mike McCarthy as their head coach, per sources.

-- 49ers OC Klay Kubiak Going Nowhere --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports San Francisco 49ers OC Klay Kubiak has removed himself from head coaching vacancies and will remain in San Francisco.

-- Two Patriots Downgraded to OUT --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The New England Patriots official website reports Patriots RB Terrell Jennings (concussion protocol) and DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring) have been downgraded to OUT for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

-- Jets to Interview Wink Martindale --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SNY.tv reports Wink Martindale is flying to New York today where he will have an in-person interview with the Jets for their vacant defensive coordinator job, sources said.

-- Cardinals to Interview Anthony Weaver Again --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals are bringing in Anthony Weaver on Sunday for a second interview for their head coaching job, per sources.

-- Jets Fire Seven Coaches --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports New York Jets HC Aaron Glenn is significantly changing his coaching staff. Glenn has fired quarterbacks coach Charles London, pass game coordinator Scott Turner, linebackers coach Aaron Curry, defensive line coach Eric Washington, assistant defensive backs coach Dre Bly, defensive assistant Alonso Escalante, and defensive assistant Roosevelt Williams.

-- Rasheed Walker Arrested --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Green Bay Packers OT Rasheed Walker was arrested Friday morning at LaGuardia Airport in New York after he tried to check in a bag that contained a firearm.

-- Mike McDaniel Shuns Bills --
Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Los Angeles Chargers OC Mike McDaniel now has withdrawn from the head coach searches in both Buffalo and Cleveland.

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Sat Jan 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Falcons Interview Joe Douglas --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Atlanta Falcons official website reports the Falcons have completed an interview with former Jets GM Joe Douglas for their general manager opening.

-- Rams Friday Injury Update --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Los Angeles Rams official website reports Rams OL Rob Havenstein (ankle) is OUT. LB Byron Young (knee) is questionable to play this week, but HC Sean McVay expects him to play.

-- Seahawks Friday Injury Update --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Seattle Seahawks official website reports Seahawks LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) is OUT. OT Amari Kight (knee) is doubtful to play this week. OT Josh Jones (knee/ankle) and RB Robbie Ouzts (neck) are questionable.

-- Dolphins Name Two --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have named Kyle Smith Assistant General Manager and Chris Tabor Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Broncos Friday Injury Update - Nix & Dobbins OUT; Franklin Questionable --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Denver Broncos official website reports Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle), RB J.K. Dobbins (foot), TE Lucas Krull (foot), and LB Drew Sanders (ankle) are OUT. C Alex Forsyth (ankle), WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) S JL Skinner (quad), and C Luke Wattenberg (shoulder) are questionable to play this week. Franklin was limited on Friday.

-- Seahawks IR Zach Charbonnet --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Seattle Seahawks have placed RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) on injured reserve.

-- Falcons Interview Ian Cunningham --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Atlanta Falcons have completed an interview with Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham for their vacant general manager job.

-- Seahawks Activate Two --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Seattle Seahawks have activated RB George Holani (hamstring) and TE Elijah Arroyo (knee) from injured reserve.

-- FFMastermind.com Subscribers Win Thousands! --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Patriots Friday Injury Update - Hollins Questionable --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The New England Patriots official website reports Patriots LB Harold Landry (knee) is OUT. LB Marte Mapu (hip), WR Mack Hollins (abdomen), RB Terrell Jennings (concussion protocol), and DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring) are questionable to play this week. Hollins fully practiced on Friday.

-- Falcons Interview Josh Williams --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Atlanta Falcons have completed an interview with 49ers director of scouting and football operations Josh Williams for their vacant general manager job.

-- Brock Purdy Speaks --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy says he will not require an offseason procedure to address the turf toe injury that hampered him early during the 2025 season. Purdy said he'll continue strengthening the toe this offseason, but the issue won't cause him any limitations during team activities or require surgery.

-- Knox: Dalton Kincaid Played Through a Torn PCL --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Syracuse.com reports Buffalo Bills TE Dawson Knox stated that TE Dalton Kincaid played the entire 2025 season with a torn PCL.

-- Eagles Interview Bobby Slowik --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Philadelphia Eagles interviewed Dolphins senior passing game coordinator Bobby Slowik for their vacant offensive coordinator job.

-- Bills Interviewing Philip Rivers --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports former Colts QB Philip Rivers is interviewing today for the Buffalo Bills vacant head coaching job.

-- Chargers Want to Interview Zach Orr --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Los Angeles Chargers have requested Ravens DC Zach Orr to interview for their vacant defensive coordinator job, per source.

-- Fernando Mendoza Declares for the NFL Draft --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza announced that he is declaring for the NFL Draft, where he is widely expected to be the #1 overall pick.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Fri Jan 23, 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!

-- Bills to Interview Anthony Weaver --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Buffalo Bills plan to interview Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver for their vacant head coaching job tomorrow.

-- Bills to Interview Anthony Lynn --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Buffalo Bills plan to spend Saturday in Los Angeles doing an in-person interview with Anthony Lynn, their interim coach in 2016.

-- Bills Interviewing Mike McDaniel --
Fri Jan 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com report the Buffalo Bills are interviewing new Chargers OC Mike McDaniel for their vacant head coaching job today, per source.

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