Fantasy Football News

Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that Anthony Richardson is “expected to be fine” by the beginning of training camp in July. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Richardson met with a doctor who revealed the news to him. He will not require surgery as rest is expected to be what is needed to get him fully healthy. He will enter training camp in a battle for the Week 1 starting role with Daniel Jones.

The Saints signed RB Cam Akers to a one-year contract. (Source: Dianna Russini on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Akers agreed to a deal shortly after working out for the Saints earlier in the week. He figures to compete with Kendre Miller, Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Devin Neal for a depth role in the Saints backfield behind Alvin Kamara.

The Rams waived CB Derion Kendrick.

Fantasy Impact: Kendrick struggled to stay healthy the past couple of seasons following a breakout 2023 campaign. He could get another opportunity with a different team heading into training camp.

The Bills signed No. 30 overall pick Maxwell Hairston to a four-year contract. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hairston is one of the final first-round picks to sign his rookie deal. He is currently battling a hamstring injury, but he's expected to be good to go for training camp.

Ian Rapoport reported that Rams OT Alaric Jackson is dealing with blood clots, putting his 2025 season in question. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Jackson is expected to play at some point this season, but his timeline to return is currently unclear. The Rams signed free agent D.J. Humphries earlier this week as a likely alternative plan with the uncertainty on Jackson.

Sam Cosmi is reportedly "hitting all the benchmarks” in his recovery from a torn ACL. (Source: John Keim on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Cosmi has been practicing off to the side during practices with the Commanders. It remains unclear when he'll be ready to return as a full-go for Washington.

The Rams signed OT D.J. Humphries.

Fantasy Impact: Humphries spent last season with the Chiefs following nine years in Arizona. He figures to compete for a depth role on the Rams offensive line.

The Jets signed OG Marquis Hayes. (Source: Rich Cimini on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hays will compete for a depth role on the offensive line for the Jets.

Brian Thomas Jr. was a full participant at practice on Thursday following his injury scare earlier in the week. (Source: John Shipley)

Fantasy Impact: Thomas was held out of practice for precautionary reasons. He is back to being a full-go.

Darius Slayton told reporters that WR Jalin Hyatt put on 15-20 pounds this offseason. (Source: Jordan Raanan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hyatt was listed at 185 pounds last season. He figures to remain in his deep threat role with reports being very positive out of Giants camp on his connection with Russell Wilson.

J.J. McCarthy told reporters his surgically-repaired knee feels “stronger than ever.” (Source: Kevin Seifert on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: McCarthy has been a full-go in the Vikings offseason program with training camp around the corner. He enters a very favorable situation on the Vikings offense heading into his first full season after missing all of last year.

Trey Benson told reporters he has added seven pounds this offseason but “is also more explosive.” (Source: Darren Urban on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Benson saw 63 carries over 13 games in his rookie year last season. He talked about his mindset being that the Cardinals having "two RB1s" alongside James Conner. It remains likely that the veteran in Conner continues to lead the backfield, but it is possible Benson sees some more touches behind him.

Noah Brown underwent an MRI on Thursday following his early exit from practice on Wednesday. (Source: Around the NFL on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brown was able to walk off the field under his own power on Wednesday before he was carted off. There will be an update provided on his status by the Commanders when available.

Derrick Brown reportedly hopes to be ready to participate in drills by training camp. (Source: Mike Kaye on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brown was not taking part in drills at the start of minicamp as he battles a knee injury. Carolina is remaining cautious with him with training camp around the corner.

Will Johnson has missed practices in minicamp due to a hamstring injury. (Source: Around the NFL on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The second-round pick out of Michigan figures to be eased back into action. He should plenty of time to get fully healthy by the start of training camp.

The Cowboys worked out free agent OL George Fant. (Source: Around the NFL on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Fant was released by the Seahawks back in March. The veteran offensive lineman will continue to compete for a depth role for another team.

Broncos coach Sean Payton says Devaughn Vele will be a full-go for training camp. (Source: Nick Kosmider on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Vele has been sidelined during minicamp with an undisclosed injury. He will be competing in training camp for a depth role in the Broncos wide receiver room.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said he remains optimistic a new deal gets done with T.J. Watt. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Watt has not reported to mandatory minicamp. "I'm optimistic we're going to get things done because we got two sides that want to get things done," Tomlin said. "When that's going to occur… I do not know.”

Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Chidobe Awuzie is dealing with a minor ankle injury. (Source: Jamison Hensley on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Awuzie missed practice on Tuesday and Wednesday. He'll look to rest up to be a full-go by training camp.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Beau Brade is dealing with a minor ankle injury during minicamp. (Source: Jamison Hensley on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brade missed practice on Tuesday and Wednesday. He'll look to rest up to be a full-go by training camp.