Cowboys WR George Pickens declined to confirm whether he will attend mandatory minicamp this week. (Source: Eva Geitheim on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Pickens is set to make $27.3 million by playing on the franchise tag this season. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer told reporters last week that he expects Pickens to attend mandatory minicamp, but Pickens would not confirm it. This will remain a situation to monitor this week.
Brian Schottenheimer said there’s a competition at left tackle between Tyler Guyton and Nate Thomas. (Source: Todd Archer on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Schottenheimer added that he likes what Guyton has done so far but “we’re going to make Tyler earn it.” This will be a situation to monitor into training camp.
The Patriots have reportedly received trade interest in WR Kayshon Boutte. (Source: Dan Graziano)
Fantasy Impact: Boutte remains away from the team. With the offseason additions of A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, it appears very possible that Boutte could be on the move later this offseason.
Brandon Aiyuk has had a warrant for his arrest issued in Northern California due to misdemeanor charge for speeding. This comes after an investigation into a video posted by Aiyuk showing him speeding near Levi Stadium. (Source: New York Post)
Fantasy Impact: It’s yet another feather in Aiyuk’s trouble making cap. Whether he comes under discipline by the NFL, and how, remains to be seen. Either way, this will hurt his stock even further; if any team was holding out interest in trading for him, that has likely taken a hit. He was already on the outs with the 49ers, he might have played himself, off the field that is, out of the league. That’s certainly an extreme stance, regardless, things aren’t looking any better for the talented but troubled receiver.
ESPNs Jeremy Fowler reports that the Browns are not expected to move Denzel Ward. (Source: Jeremy Fowler on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: This report comes on the same day Cleveland traded Myles Garrett. Ward is entering the fifth year of a five-year, $100.5 million contract extension with Cleveland that runs through the 2027 season.
Myles Garrett seems to be heading to LA as the Browns are trying to finish a deal with the Rams. In exchange, the Rams would send back Jared Verse, a 2027 first, and other additional picks. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Getting Jared Verse back, rather than simply picks, is a great deal for Cleveland. Verse is a budding star, and he will lead the Browns pass rush should this trade go through. Forr those in IDP leagues, this is great news for Garrett’s managers, who will find him leading a Rams defense looking to make a true Super Bowl run.
Braxton Berrios is scheduled to work out with the Giants on Monday along with Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: Berrios had a short stint in Houston last year, but that was it for the veteran receiver. If he’s brought in to the team, he’ll likely contribute more on special teams and as a depth option more than anything.
JuJu Smith-Schuster is working out with the New York Giants on Monday. (Source: Adam Schefter via X)
Fantasy Impact: The veteran last played for Kansas City in 2025 and is still just 29 years old, but will be 30 in November. At this point in his career, he’s nothing more than a depth option, but he can provide veteran presence to a younger Giants roster.
Steelers LB Patrick Queen said he and the team have talked about a new contract, but they have not made progress. (Source: NBC Sports)
Fantasy Impact: Queen had his name in the middle of trade rumors earlier in the offseason. “I saw the whole charade that went on all this offseason, but I mean it’s talks," he said. "Obviously, no movement either way,” he said. “So, at the end of the day, [the Steelers] have business to handle." Queen is heading into the final year of his contract with Pittsburgh.
Jakobi Meyers seems to have cemented himself for WR1 duties in the Jaguars offense, given his experience and "run-blocking ability", according to John Shipley of SI. (Source: Sports Illustrated)
Fantasy Impact: The Jaguars traded for Meyers before the deadline, and he quickly established himself as the alpha of the offense, earning a contract from the Jaguars. While run blocking ability doesn't earn fantasy points, it's still a great skill to have, which goes to further his importance to the offense, which in turn could give him more opportunities to produce.
Brian Thomas Jr. appears to be holding an edge for the WR2 duties in the Jaguars' offense in 2026 over Parker Washington, according to Jags beat writer John Shipley. (Source: Sports Illustrated)
Fantasy Impact: Shipley noted further down in the article that Thomas' ability to stretch the field is too valuable to be on the sideline, and that he could lead the team in snaps or at least be second. He will look to improve from his sophomore slump in 2025.
Sat, May 30th 8:03pm EDT
By Garrett Ball
Brenton Strange could the the Jags ‘“most important player” aside from Trevor Lawrence, according to Jags beat John Shipley. Shipley notes than despite missing five games last year, Strange still finished third in routes run. (Source: Sports Illustrated)
Fantasy Impact: Strange is far and away the Jags TE1, and it doesn’t seem anyone is taking that job away from him. Tanner Koziol is next up as a pass catcher, but the rookie out of Houston is the TE3 at the moment and unlikely to impact Strange’s workload.
Greg Dulcich is emerging as the “top Dolphins weapon” at this point of the offseason, beat reporter Omar Kelly noted after Dulcich made a one handed catch. (Source: Omar Kelly on X)
Fantasy Impact: Of course many things can change, but Dulcich has shown ability in previous years and started to come alive late last season. Dulcich could find himself a nice role in 2026 if he keeps progressing and showing rapport with new QB Malik Willis. It’s also notable that the new coaching staff comes from Green Bay, a system that utilized the tight end heavily. That could also work in Dulcich’s favor.
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Jordan Watkins impressed with how good of shape he is in. (Source: David Lombardi on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Watkins appeared in just four games last season. He enters this offseason competing for a depth role in the 49ers wide receiver room.
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Jacob Cowing impressed with how good of shape he is in. (Source: David Lombardi on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Cowing dealt with a hamstring injury early last season and was unable to make an impact when he returned. He'll compete for a depth role in the 49ers wide receiver room.
Von Miller is lobbying for the Broncos to sign him. (Source: Pro Football Talk on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Miller expressed his desire to continue playing this upcoming season. He logged nine sacks with the Commanders last season. “Last year I played 37 percent of the defensive snaps,” Miller said. “Thirty [percent] with the Denver Broncos, and I feel like I can do the same exact thing I did with the Washington Commanders.”
Mon, May 25th 12:15pm EDT
By Ari Koslow
Adam Schefter reports the Chiefs “have no plans” to give Rashee Rice an extension before the start of this season. (Source: Adam Schefter)
Fantasy Impact: Rice has posted elite production when on the field, but he has continued to have issues off the field. He is entering the final year of his rookie contract and was recently sentenced to 30 days in jail for violating his probation. He also recently underwent a clean-up surgery. Rice will remain a WR1 for fantasy managers this upcoming season when he is on the field.
Thu, May 21st 1:30am EDT
By Ari Koslow
Dillon Gabriel was second in line in quarterback snaps during team drills on Wednesday. (Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: It is still too early to be taking what is noticed in practice too seriously. Deshaun Watson continues to lead the way in the Browns quarterback room early on. It will remain a situation to monitor as the offseason progresses.
Harold Fannin Jr. did not practice at voluntary OTAs on Wednesday. (Source: Daniel Oyefusi on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Fannin was still with the Browns and watching from the sideline. It'll be worth monitoring to see if he returns to practice soon.
Grant Delpit was not at the Browns voluntary OTAs practice on Wednesday. (Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: These practices remain voluntary for now, so no need to be concerned yet. It'll be a situation to monitor heading into OTAs and training camp.
