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-- Week #9: Sunday Night Waiver Wire & 4th & One Injury Report Released --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SUNDAY 6:50 PM PT: Premium Newsletter Subscribers take note. The Week #9 Sunday Night Waiver Wire and 4th & One Injury Report have been released for your viewing pleasure. FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek offers a solid 49 players to consider in our Sunday Night Waiver Wire! Be sure to check it out in your premium account before you make any free agent player moves this week!

-- 2026 In-Season Eye in the Sky Reports Debut! --
Sun Sep 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Bookmark and check the following feature every day this season! Our In-Season Eye in the Sky Scouting Reports feature debuts! We will be posting scouting reports for fantasy football players throughout the entire 2026 NFL season!

-- ALL INJURY NEWS GOES PREMIUM! --
Sun Sep 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- 2026 NFL Regular Season Schedule Released! --
Fri May 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the 2026 NFL regular season schedule has been released! Click HERE to check out the week-by-week schedule for 2026!

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-- Broncos Tying to Acquire Jonathan Taylor --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

DNVR Broncos reports the Broncos are going to try to trade for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor tonight.

-- Chiefs Eyeing WRs? --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports it wouldn't be a surprise if the Kansas City Chiefs trade for a wide receiver.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Sun Nov 1, 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!

-- Sources: Jonathan Taylor More Likely to be Traded Than Not --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports as the Indianapolis Colts continue to field trade offers for RB Jonathan Taylor, sources say the Vikings, Giants, Broncos, Bengals and Packers are among the teams that have checked in. The asking price is believed to be too high right now, but sources do believe a trade is leaning to be more likely than not at this point.

-- What the Colts Want for CMC --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts would seek a similar compensation package to the RB Christian McCaffrey trade for RB Jonathan Taylor. The Panthers netted second-, third-, fourth-, and fifth-round picks for McCaffrey when they sent him to San Francisco in 2022.

-- Saquon Barkley Going Nowhere --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley will not be traded before next week’s trade deadline.

-- Raiders Want to Stick with Kirk Cousins for as Long as Possible --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders plan to start QB Kirk Cousins as long as possible. The team does not feel their current four-game losing streak is the fault of Cousins. He threw for nine touchdowns in the first three games, all of which the Raiders won.

-- Maxx Crosby Going Nowhere --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders currently have no plans to trade DE Maxx Crosby.

-- Jonathan Taylor Trade Watch --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Ringer reports the Indianapolis Colts have already turned down a 2027 second-round draft pick plus an additional pick for RB Jonathan Taylor. The rejection makes clear Indianapolis would want a premium to trade the face of the franchise.

-- FFM is a Clear Dual Threat! --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Pro Bowl premium package subscriber Sal B. gets right to the point of explaining Why FFM is a Clear Dual Threat. Patrons considering a premium purchase should check out what Sal has to say about why he returned to Fantasy Football Mastermind as a premium subscriber in late 2024 after leaving after the 2022 season!

-- Broncos IR R.J. Harvey --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Denver Broncos have placed RB R.J. Harvey (knee) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Chargers IR Derwin James --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Chargers have placed S Derwin James (hamstring) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Rams Elevate Josh Karty --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Rams have elevated PK Josh Karty from the practice squad to the active roster

-- Chiefs IR L'Jarius Sneed --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have placed placed CB L'Jarius Sneed (personal/knee) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Jets IR T'Vondre Sweat --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Jets have placed NT T'Vondre Sweat (knee) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Cowboys Activate P.J. Locke --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have activated S P.J. Locke (plantar fascia) from injured reserve.

-- Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com! --
Sat Oct 31, 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!

-- Raiders Activate Jack Bech; Place Patrick Johnson on IR --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Las Vegas Raiders official website reports the Raiders have activated WR Jack Bech (forearm) from injured reserve and placed DE Patrick Johnson (stinger) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Daniel Jones Likely to be Benched at Some Point --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Ringer reports the Indianapolis Colts haven’t discussed benching QB Daniel Jones. That said, he has a $10.51 injury guarantee in his contract, so once the team is eliminated from the playoffs (2-5 right now), he is likely to be benched.

-- Josh Jacobs Facing Three More Accusers --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports three more women have accused Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs of physical abuse on top of the May 2026 victim, according to a Hobart-Lawrence PD case file. One told HLPD she didn't report abuse from 2022 because Jacobs told her she could be deported. That woman's info was given to police by the May 2026 victim. From the NFL: “We will review these allegations as part of the investigation which has remained open.” That said, he remains eligible to play right now.

-- Source: Garrett Wilson Going Nowhere --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports one well-placed source says there is no way the New York Jets will trade WR Garrett Wilson by the NFL's Nov. 10th trade deadline, despite any interest from other teams.

-- Colts Open to Trading Jonathan Taylor --
Sat Oct 31, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts now are open to trading RB Jonathan Taylor, sources said. Multiple teams have reached out to Indianapolis, and those talks are said to be active and ongoing, according to sources.

-- Dolphins Claim One --
Fri Oct 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Miami Dolphins have claimed DE Jamree Kromah off waivers from the Bears.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Fri Oct 30, 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!

-- Taylor & Downs Will Play This Week --
Fri Oct 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen sats both RB Jonathan Taylor (trade rumors) and WR Josh Downs (trade request) will play this week against the Jaguars

-- Panthers Fire Two Defensive Coaches --
Fri Oct 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Carolina Panthers have fired DC Ejiro Evero and defensive passing game coordinator Jonathan Cooley. DL coach Todd Wash has been named interim defensive coordinator and will call the defensive plays.

-- Harrison Butker Watch --
Thu Oct 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub expressed rather emphatically that PK Harrison Butker is Kansas City’s kicker despite the team signing PK Justin Tucker.

-- Adetomiwa Adebawore Going Nowhere --
Thu Oct 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have told teams they won’t trade DT Adetomiwa Adebawore.

-- Bears Acquire Jeffrey Simmons --
Thu Oct 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Chicago Bears have acquired DT Jeffrey Simmons and a 2028 5th-round draft pick from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for 2027 and 2028 first-round draft picks, and a 2027 fourth-round draft pick.

-- Titans Trade Jeffrey Simmons --
Thu Oct 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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Thu Oct 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Texans IR Jaylin Noel; Claim One; Noel Lost for Season --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Houston Texans have placed WR Jaylin Noel (toe) on injured reserve due to a toe injury. The Texans also claimed former Cowboys RB Emari Demercado on waivers. Noel's injury is regarded as a season-ending issue, per league source, and is a blow to offense and special teams.

-- Eagles IR Dameon Pierce; Sign One --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Philadelphia Eagles have placed RB Dameon Pierce (undisclosed) on injured reserve and signed RB Jaydon Blue was signed from the practice squad. Pierce is OUT 4+ games.

-- Garrett Wilson Speaks --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson commented on if he wants to be with the Jets: “Yeah, I want to be. I want to win games. That’s the one thing we've been missing on here. I love it here. Do I love it more than I love winning? Nah, to be completely honest, but I'm hopeful. I've never been the best, like, optimistic guy, but … I've been optimistic for three, four, five years now, and that's why (the losses) each week hurt a little more.”

-- Mike McDaniel to Continiue Calling Plays --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Los Angeles Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh says OC Mike McDaniel will continue calling plays.

-- Rams Sign Joshua Karty to Practice Squad --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Rams have signed veteran free-agent PK Joshua Karty to the practice squad.

-- Josh Downs Requests a Trade --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs has requested a trade.

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Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Jonathan Taylor Has Not Requested a Trade --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says RB Jonathan Taylor has not requested a trade.

-- Chiefs Sign Justin Tucker to Practice Squad --
Wed Oct 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have signed PK Justin Tucker, the 7-time Pro Bowler, to their practice squad. It's the first time he's signed since serving a 10-game suspension for violating the league's Personal Conduct Policy. He's insurance for PK Harrison Butker, who has missed 15 total kicks since the start of the 2025 season.

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