Travis Kelce is expected to return to the Chiefs for a 14th season. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Kelce had been deciding on his future with even reports coming out of him potentially signing with another team, but he'll instead return for another year in Kansas City. He hasn't been what he once was production wise the past few seasons, but he has still been very serviceable for the Chiefs. He'll still be on the fantasy radar despite not holding the upside he once had.
Rashan Gary has been traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a Day 3 pick. (Source: Dianna Russini on X)
Fantasy Impact: The Packers and Cowboys to love swapping defensive lineman. Green Bay just traded for Zaire Franklin from the Colts, leaving Gary on the outs after his release was already rumored. Gary has had at least 7.5 sacks in each of the last three seasons, and his addition should greatly bolster the Dallas defensive front.
Zaire Franklin has been traded to the Green Bay Packers. (Source: Adam Schefter on X)
Fantasy Impact: Franklin will add much-needed depth to the Packers' front seven with Quay Walker set to hit free agency this week. The Colts star is coming off four straight seasons with at least 125 tackles, with two sacks in 2025. Indianapolis will now look to address the line back position, likely in the draft, but with several of their star players leaving or potentially leaving via multiple avenues, they might have some money available to pursue some free agents.
Joe Mixon has been released by the Houston Texans. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: The writing was on the wall for Mixon, who not only missed all of the 2025 season due to injury, but also had his replacement, David Montgomery, join the team just days ago via a trade. Mixon will potentially try to find a new home elsewhere, but his fantasy relevant days are likely over.
DJ Moore has been traded to the Buffalo Bills. Chicago will receive a mid-round pick in return. (Source: Ian Rapoport on X)
Fantasy Impact: Moore looked to be on the outs in Chicago after the Bears selected Luther Burden and Colston Loveland in last years draft. He now gets to pair with Josh Allen, not a bad landing spot. Given the Bills recent history, it’s fair to wonder whether or not they pulled off yet another move for an aged, past his prime veteran, but Moore showed flashes last year that he is still a capable playmaker. It’s completely justified to be hesitant about how this move impacts the Bills, Allen, and Moore, but as of right now this looks great for everyone involved. As for the Bears, this will clear the way for Luther Burden to see the field more often opposite of Rome Odunze, and Colston Loveland will have one less person taking targets from him. We could be seeing several breakouts in Chicago in 2026.
The Kansas City Chiefs are trading cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams for the No. 29 pick, a fifth- and sixth-rounder in the 2026 NFL Draft, and a third-round pick in 2027. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Rams had two first-round picks because of a deal last season with the Atlanta Falcons, making the picks expendable following an NFC Championship run. McDuffie perfectly fills a need on L.A.'s defense as they push for a Super Bowl. The Chiefs have made a habit of moving players as they approach their second contracts, but they acquire four picks in this move.
David Montgomery has been traded to the Houston Texans. Houston is sending a fourth rounder, OL Juice Scruggs, and a seventh back to Detroit. (Source: Ian Rapoport on X)
Fantasy Impact: Montgomery had made it known he wanted a new opportunity given his lack of usage last year, and the Texans came calling. Monty offers a big upgrade over Nick Chubb as the primary thumper, and his ability in the passing game could easily endanger Woody Marks value as well. For dynasty, it’s great for Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs managers, while Marks managers will have to deal with a much bigger threat to any potential volume. This also likely means Joe Mixon, who missed all of last season, is done in Houston.
Sun, Mar 1st 11:43am EST
By Ari Koslow
The Vikings have informed RB Aaron Jones Sr. that, barring a trade, he will be released at the start of the league year this month. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The move will save the Vikings $7.75 million against the cap. That would leave Jordan Mason at the top of the depth chart in Minnesota for now, though they'll likely address the position in the NFL Draft.
Javonte Williams has landed a three year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, with $16 million guaranteed. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: The former Bronco cashes in after a big season in Dallas. Expectations were fairly low for the veteran back, who was coming off of multiple injuries and disappointing seasons, but he crushed expectations to the tune of 1,200 rushing yards and 11 rushing touchdowns. He is a strong RB2 heading into 2026 with RB1 upside.
Tyreek Hill is being released by the Miami Dolphins. The move saves the team $22 million in cap space, and Hill will become an unrestricted free agent. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Hill is still recovering from a brutal knee injury, and even at age 32, he should find some suitors if he still desires to play. He could be a sneaky value in fantasy drafts in 2026 because of all this. As for Miami, they will move forward with Jaylen Waddle as their clear No.1 option, and will likely add some depth via free agency and the draft with the rest of their receiving room not showing much promise.
Sun, Feb 1st 9:25am EST
By David Leisering
Former Penn State star running back Nicholas Singleton (foot) suffered a broken foot at Senior Bowl practice on Thursday. He will undergo surgery next week and will not be able to participate in the NFL Combine. (Source: Joe Smeltzer on X)
Fantasy Impact: Terrible news for the former Nittany Lion running back. Singleton, statistically, had his worst season in Happy Valley as a senior, finishing with just 549 yards rushing and 219 yards receiving. He did, however, run for a career-best 13 scores in 2025. He finished his collegiate career with 3,461 yards on the ground, 987 receiving yards, and 54 total touchdowns. Singleton's size and running style make him an intriguing prospect, but his draft stock has been fluctuating due to his down senior season. Most mock drafts had him projected to go late in day two or early in day three, but since he won't participate in the Combine, that may change.
The Buffalo Bills are promoting former OC Joe Brady to be their new Head Coach. (Source: Ian Rapoport on X)
Fantasy Impact: While the signing of Brady of course keeps some familiarity and continuity on the team, it’s a mixed bag for those who wanted something new in Buffalo. The offense has been fine thanks to the play of Josh Allen, but lacking in explosive plays from the receiver and tight end departments which have really held back the Bills in recent years. Maybe things change with a new sheriff in town.
The Green Bay Packers are hiring Jonathan Gannon as their new Defensive Coordinator. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Gannon was fired after an unsuccessful head coaching tenure in Arizona, but he lands in Green Bay with a promising unit led by Micah Parsons, who looks to return from injury during the middle of the 2026 season if not sooner.
The Baltimore Ravens are hiring former Los Angeles Chargers DC Jesse Minter as their new head coach. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: It was reported Minter turned down the Browns second interview as he saw better opportunity elsewhere, and this certainly fits the bill. He’ll look to take over the mantle of John Harbaugh and get the Ravens back into the playoff race in 2026 with Lamar Jackson at the helm of the offense and a talented defense to boot.
The Chargers are expected to name Mike McDaniel their next offensive coordinator. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: McDaniel had drawn interest from other teams in both a head coach and offensive coordinator role. It was announced earlier on Tuesday that he had taken his name out of the race to be the Cleveland Browns next head coach. He will likely bring a faster-paced offense to the Chargers led by Justin Herbert through the air and Omarion Hampton on the ground. This should lead to more upside for the Chargers offense as a whole heading into next season.
The Miami Dolphins are set to hire now former Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their head coach. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Hafley will now join the Dolphins as they look to reset their roster. His experience on the defensive side of the ball should help him expedite the process on defense, and he will certainly be part of the search for a new quarterback with Tua Tagovailoa likely out in Miami.
Atlanta Falcons are finalizing a deal to hire Kevin Stefanski as their new head coach. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Stefanski was let go by the Browns after a couple of disappointing seasons, and immediately was a hot name in the coaching cycle. He now finds a new home with plenty of offensive firepower, however he must navigate the quarterback situation yet again, but at least this time he has Michael Penix and Kirk Cousins to work with.
Bo Nix (ankle) is out for the rest of the season with a broken bone in his ankle. The injury happened on the second to last play of overtime. (Source: Ian Rapoport on X)
Fantasy Impact: It’s an absolute shocker for a Broncos team coming off of a stunning victory over the Bills in overtime. With Nix out, Jarrett Stidham will take over at QB for the Broncos. Absolutely gutting for Broncos fans who were riding high and now must face the Texans or Patriots.
Sam Darnold (oblique) is officially active for the NFC Divisional Round contest for the Seattle Seahawks against the San Francisco 49ers Saturday night. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Darnold is good to go after suffering the oblique injury during Thursday’s practice for the Seahawks, boosting a Seattle offense that will look to take advantage of an injury-depleted San Francisco defense for a trip to the NFC Championship next weekend.
The New York Giants are finalizing a deal to sign John Harbaugh as their next head coach. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Harbaugh was the Ravens' long-time head coach and found plenty of success in Baltimore. As the man in charge, he had a record of 180-113 and won a Super Bowl. He would team up with quarterback Jaxson Dart to bring the Giants back to the postseason, though the deal is not yet finalized.
