2023 NFL Training Camps are open, and it’s time to dive into the news surrounding your favorite teams and fantasy players. Let’s take a look at the latest news and notes around fantasy football. To stay up to date on all of the latest fantasy football news, be sure to follow @FantasyProsNFL on Twitter and bookmark the FantasyPros NFL Player News page.
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2023 NFL Training Camp News
Check out the latest news and notes around the NFL.
NFL Rumors
Josh Jacobs receiving interest from Broncos and Chiefs
Josh Jacobs is receiving interest from AFC West rivals Denver and Kansas City should his franchise tag be rescinded. There are several options on the table for the Raiders among them including Jacobs returning, a reworked one-year deal, and Vegas rescinding the tag which would make Jacobs a free agent.
Fantasy Impact
While unlikely, the possibility is there. Las Vegas is a team that could implode quickly should things go wrong, releasing Jacobs would jump-start that process and improve their chances at a top pick. Denver is a much less appealing fantasy destination for Jacobs than Kansas City, where he would be the unquestioned top option in the running game. Jacobs is already being drafted among the top fantasy running backs, and it’s unlikely a move would raise his ceiling higher than it already is. If anything, it may hurt it.
Garrett Ball
Injury News
Garrett Wilson (ankle) likely returning to practice soon
Garrett Wilson (ankle) is expected to make a limited return to practice Tuesday and then full participate in joint practices with the Panthers.
Fantasy Impact
Wilson is dealing with a low-ankle sprain that he suffered in the first week of practice. It was originally expected that he may miss the majority of training camp, so this update from Robert Saleh is positive. Wilson currently ranks as the WR10 in ECR, according to FantasyPros.
Jesse Garcia
Michael Mayer not practicing Sunday
Michael Mayer is not practicing Sunday, likely because he “tweaked something” yesterday.
Fantasy Impact
It’s not a major concern for Mayer, since there have not been any reports detailing an injury significant enough to hold him out for any lengthy period of time. More than likely it is a rest day to help him get back to full speed.
Garrett Ball
Kenny McIntosh (knee) out a couple weeks
Kenny McIntosh is expected to miss a couple weeks due to a left knee sprain, per Seahawks’ head coach Pete Carroll.
Fantasy Impact
The Seahawks have now lost McIntosh, Kenneth Walker, and Zach Charbonnet during training camp. Fantasy managers can expect DeeJay Dallas and SaRodorick Thompson to see additional snaps in training camp.
Jesse Garcia
Jeff Wilson Jr. heads to locker room Saturday
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Dolphins RB Jeff Wilson Jr. went to the locker room in the early stages of Saturday’s practice/scrimmage.
Fantasy Impact
Wilson has an injury history much like other members of the Miami backfield, though the extent/nature of this current injury is unclear. Rookie RB De’Von Achane did not play Saturday because of an injury as well. Wilson spent his first four full seasons in San Francisco and was traded in the middle of his fifth season to Miami. With the Dolphins, he ran for 468 yards and two touchdowns in eight games while averaging 5.1 yards per carry. The hope is that Wilson could be back soon, though his injury status should be monitored.
Jordan Epp
De’Von Achane day-to-day with undisclosed injury
According to Omar Kelly of FanNation All Dolphins, RB De’Von Achane is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. He was reportedly in street clothes during Saturday’s open practice and was walking gingerly, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald.
Fantasy Impact
Achane was a third-round pick by Miami and is a favorite of fantasy football fans due to his scheme fit in Miami. His speed and acceleration seem like a perfect pairing for Mike McDaniel’s system, especially alongside other speedy RBs like Jeff Wilson Jr. and Raheem Mostert. It’s currently unclear the status or timeline of Achane’s injury. Kelly said that it isn’t believed to be serious but “he might be shelved for a minute.” Achane is going on average as the RB4 in dynasty rookie drafts and is an intriguing best ball pick due to his explosiveness with an average draft pick of RB41, the highest cost among his backfield mates.
Jordan Epp
NFL Training Camp Notes
Dak Prescott unlikely to play in the preseason
Dak Prescott is unlikely to play in the preseason, although Mike McCarthy has not finalized that decision.
Fantasy Impact
The Cowboys will likely turn to Cooper Rush and Will Grier to play the majority of the preseason snaps with Prescott unlikely to play. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on practice reports to see how Prescott is taking to the new offensive system.
Jesse Garcia
Cade Otton excited about new Bucs offense
Cade Otton is excited about the new Bucs offense and stepping into a leadership role as the new Tampa Bay TE1.
Fantasy Impact
Even though he is the TE1, his fantasy impact may be minimal depending on who wins the QB job. The 24-year-old had hauled in 42 catches for 391 yards and two TD.
Kelly Kirby
Russell Wilson, Broncos starters to play preseason opener
According to Nick Shook of nfl.com, Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said that QB Russell Wilson and the other Denver starters are expected to play in their preseason opener on Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Wilson did not participate in the Broncos’ 2022 preseason games, a season which ended in disappointment as the pairing of Wilson and head coach Nathaniel Hackett fizzled out in a 5-12 failure. Payton has made many comments to the media regarding his distaste for how the previous regime operated in Denver and how he plans to rectify his own rule and build everything back up from the ground floor. Part of this process is the player’s playing in the preseason so they can get used to the new system and get reacquainted with the live-game feel. Wilson, and the other starters, likely won’t be out for long to avoid injuries, but it’s an important sign of the changing of the guard in Denver.
Jordan Epp
Lamar Jackson, Ravens QBs struggle in Saturday practice
According to Jamison Hensley of ESPN, QB Lamar Jackson and the other Baltimore Ravens QBs struggled in Saturday’s practice throwing a combined nine interceptions, four for Jackson.
Fantasy Impact
According to team writer Kyle Barber, TE Isaiah Likely shared that the team was practicing third-and-long situations, which resulted in a higher volume of interceptions. Some could take this as a negative sign for Jackson as the team trends toward a more pass-happy system in 2023, but it can also be interpreted as a positive sign for the defense. The Ravens’ secondary is thinner in 2023 than in past seasons, and the defense was league average in interceptions forced. They also only forced three interceptions on third downs the entire 2022 season. Given the right context, this report isn’t anything to worry about and should not warrant any overreactions about Baltimore’s offense in 2023.
Jordan Epp
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