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-- May Off-Season Eye in the Sky Reports! --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

We've just released our initial May Post-Draft "Eye in the Sky" Reports covering 2 teams. Look for more reports to be released throughout the next four months leading up to NFL Kick-Off in September. Enjoy.

-- 2026 May Offensive Overall & Positional Rookie Rankings! --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Premium Pro Bowl and Super Bowl package subscribers take note. FFMastermind.com Exclusive Fantasy Writer Dr. Gilbert Brovar has completed his fantasy analysis of the 2026 Rookie Draft to offer his Mastermind's Madness 2026 May Short-Term/Long-Term Offensive Overall & Positional Rookie Rankings. This special feature includes a set of top 50 rankings for 2026 (short-term) and a top 50 set for the next three years (long-term) regarding the Rookie Class from a Fantasy Viewpoint. In addition, Dr. Brovar will add his fantasy analysis in positional rookie rankings (short-term for QBs, RBs, WRs, & TEs) covering 50 key skilled-position rookies early next week. Good luck with your dynasty draft!

-- 2026 NFL Draft: Fantasy Winners & Losers! --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Premium Madness subscribers take note. The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books and FFMastermind.com Exclusive Writer Dr. Gilbert Brovar takes a look at the Fantasy Winners & Losers (55 Total Players/Defenses) from this annual event. Who should improve his fantasy stats for 2026? Who will be lucky just to match their 2025 numbers? And who looks like they will be a player to avoid in your fantasy draft? Premium Pro Bowl and Super Bowl package subscribers can find out by logging into their premium account. Enjoy.

-- 2026 Madness NFL Rookie Draft Reference Guide Released! --
Wed Apr 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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Mon Mar 9, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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Last Updated: Mon May 4, 2026, 8:23 AM

-- DeAndre Hopkins Eyeing the Bengals --
Mon May 4, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports veteran free-agent WR DeAndre Hopkins says he would like to play with Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow.

-- George Pickens Watch --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys WR George Pickens didn't show up for voluntary workouts this past week. Pickens likely won't show up to organized team activities next month, either. Signing his franchise tag, as he did Wednesday, does mean that Pickens will have to show up for mandatory minicamp from June 16-18 or face fines that the team can't waive. Players who miss all three days of minicamp could be fined a maximum total of $93,085.

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) is on track to participate in organized team activities (OTAs), even if it is in a limited capacity. "He is in a good position to be able to do some things," HC Andy Reid said. "If he can do some things, [he'll do it]. Phase 2 [of the offseason program], remember, there's no contact and there's no offense versus defense. It's Phase 3 that you get into that. ... He's in a position where he can do everything, I think."

-- De'Zhaun Stribling Won't Start Immediately --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports San Francisco 49ers rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling won’t be asked to come in and start.

-- Rams Decline to Pick Up Emmanuel Forbes' 5th-Year Option --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Los Angeles Rams have declined to pick up CB Emmanuel Forbes’ fifth-year option.

-- Isaac Guerendo Could be Traded or Released --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports San Francisco 49ers RB Isaac Guerendo seems like he is buried and could be traded or eventually released.

-- Xavier Legette Could be Traded --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Carolina Panthers WR Xavier Legette could become a potential trade candidate.

-- Cedric Tillman Could be Traded --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cleveland Browns could eventually look to trade WR Cedric Tillman.

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Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Seahawks Sign 6th-Rounder Emmanuel Henderson Jr. --
Sun May 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have signed 6th-round draft pick WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. to a four-year contract.

-- Patrick Mahomes Watch --
Sat May 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (torn ACL) is making progress in his recovery, but HC Andy Reid said he is not sure if Mahomes will be able to participate when offseason workouts begin.

-- Chargers to Host David Njoku --
Sat May 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent TE David Njoku will visit with the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday.

-- Dawand Jones Restructures --
Sat May 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns and OT Dawand Jones have agreed to a restructured deal for 2026 worth $1.5 million, including $1.145M guaranteed. Jones, who has 20 NFL starts, had been due $3.674M after hitting an escalator. This frees up cash and cap for Cleveland while Jones gets some guaranteed money.

-- A True RBBC in Los Angeles? --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams is expected to be the primary third-down back and between-the-tackles runner in more of a 50-50 split with RB Blake Corum this coming season.

-- Patriots Sign 5th-Rounder Karon Prunty --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Boston Globe reports the New England Patriots have signed 5th-round draft pick CB Karon Prunty to a four-year rookie contract.

-- Chiefs Decline Felix Anudike-Uzomah's 5th-Year Option --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Kansas City Chiefs have declined the fifth-year option for DE Felix Anudike-Uzomah.

-- Two Workout for Eagles --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Philadelphia Eagles hosted free-agents OG Michael Jordan and DE Isaiah Thomas for workouts.

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-- Two RBs Attend Eagles Rookie Minicamp --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports free-agents RB Khalil Herbert and RB Elijah Mitchell attended Eagles rookie minicamp.

-- Giants Decline Deonte Banks's 5th-Year Option --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports CB Deonte Banks' fifth-year team option has been declined by the New York Giants.

-- No Charges Against D.K. Metcalf --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Pittsburgh Steelers WR D.K. Metcalf will not face criminal charges stemming from his altercation with a fan at Ford Field during the Steelers' December game against the Lions, the Wayne County Prosecutors Office announced.

-- Cowboys Sign First-Rounder Caleb Downs --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed first-round draft pick S Caleb Downs to a four-year contract that is fully guaranteed and worth $28.9 million.

-- Chase Claypool to Tryout for Packers --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The 33rdTeamFB reports the Green Bay Packers will have former Steelers and Bears WR Chase Claypool at their rookie minicamp for a tryout.

-- Eagles Sign Two More Drafted Rookies --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Philadelphia Eagles have signed two more drafted rookies today.

-- Browns QB1 Watch --
Fri May 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns HC Todd Monken says he “would love” to know who his QB1 is before training camp. Monken then says he’s “not there yet” when it comes to naming his starter, but it doesn’t sound like he’s against the idea of naming his preferred QB1 before camp.

-- Seahawks Sign Five Drafted Rookies --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Seattle Seahawks have signed five of their eight draft picks ahead of their rookie minicamp this weekend: CB Julian Neal, OG Beau Stephens, CB Andre Fuller, DT Deven Eastern, and CB Michael Dansby.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Super Bowl premium package subscriber Jack Fields gets to the point why he Keeps Coming Back to be a premium subscriber after trying out other services. Patrons considering a subscription should check out what Jack has to say!

-- Raiders Sign Three More Drafted Rookies --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Las Vegas Raiders have signed three more drafted rookies today.

-- Steelers Decline to Pick Up Broderick Jones's %th-Year Option --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Pittsburgh Steelers have declined the fifth-year option for OT Broderick Jones (neck), per source. The option would’ve paid $19.1M. Jones, who is coming off neck surgery, is set to be a 2027 free agent. He has 38 career starts and was playing well pre-injury.

-- Raiders Sign 2nd-Rounder Treydan Stukes --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders have signed 2nd-round draft pick S Treydan Stukes to a four-year contract.

-- Raiders Sign 4th-Rounder Mike Washington Jr. --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders have signed 4th-round draft pick RB Mike Washington Jr. to a four-year contract.

-- Titans Sign 5th-Rounder Nicholas Singleton --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Tennessee Titans have signed 5th-round draft pick RB Nicholas Singleton to a four-year contract.

-- George Kittle Has a Chance to Play in Week #1 --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan says TE George Kittle (Achilles) has a chance to play in Week #1 against the Rams.

-- Ravens Sign Four More Drafted Rookies --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Baltimore Banner reports the Ravens have signed four more drafted rookies today.

-- Colts Decline Anthony Richardson's 5th-Year Option --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FOX59 reports the Indianapolis Colts will not pick up QB Anthony Richardson’s fifth-year option.

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Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Raiders Release Jamin Davis --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders have released LB Jamin Davis.

-- Titans Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Peter Skoronski --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Tennessee Titans official website reports the Titans have picked up the fifth-year option on OG Peter Skoronski.

-- Eagles Sign Three More Drafted Rookies --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Philadelphia Eagles have signed drafted rookies QB Cole Payton, S Cole Wisniewski, and DE Keyshawn James-Newby.

-- Broncos to Re-Sign Devon Key --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Denver Gazette reports a source says Broncos ERFA S Devon Key will sign his exclusive rights free-agent tender later today. He's flying in from Kentucky home in preparation for Monday start of spring drills. It's one-year, $1.075 million deal.

-- Ravens Sign First-Rounder Olaivavega Ioane --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Baltimore Banner reports the Ravens have signed first-round draft pick OG Olaivavega Ioane to a four-year contract. Under the rookie wage scale, it'll be a fully guaranteed $24.2 million deal with a $14.1 million signing bonus and a fifth-year team option.

-- Packers Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Lukas Van Ness --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Green Bay Packers have picked up the fifth-year option on DE Lukas Van Ness, the 13th pick in the 2023 draft.

-- Eagles Sign First-Rounder Makai Lemon --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Philadelphia Eagles first-round draft pick WR Makai Lemon signed his rookie contract today. He gets a four-year fully guaranteed deal that includes a $11.5 million dollar signing bonus.

-- Martin Emerson Rehab Update --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Times Picayune reports Saints CB Martin Emerson (Achilles) says he's been cleared to do everything on the football field and anticipates being full go by the time the Saints open training camp. He ruptured his Achilles last year with Cleveland.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- P.J. Walker Retires --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports veteran QB P.J. Walker has retired after eight years in the NFL.

-- Ravens Sign Calais Campbell --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports six-time Pro-Bowl DE Calais Campbell, who played in Baltimore from 2020-2022, is returning to sign a one-year contract with the Ravens, per source. Campbell will be 40 years old on Sept. 1st and this will be his 19th NFL season.

-- Bengals Decline to Pick Up Myles Murphy's 5th-Year Option --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the Bengals will not pick up DE Myles Murphy’s fifth-year team option. That said, the team still hopes to get a long-term deal done with Murphy eventually.

-- Jermod McCoy Rehab Update --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders are optimistic about CB Jermod McCoy’s (torn ACL) chances to play in 2026. McCoy missed all of 2025, while recovering from a torn ACL.

-- Darius Slayton Undergoes Core Muscle Surgery --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants WR Darius Slayton (core muscle) recently underwent surgery for a core-muscle injury, sources said. Slayton will miss the spring, but is expected to be a full go for training camp.

-- Titans Release Six --
Thu Apr 30, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Tennessee Titans have waived DE Ali Gaye, LB Nate Lynn, DT Isaiah Raikes, LB Cam Riley, OG Clay Webb, and RB Blake Watson.

-- Giants Sign Leki Fotu --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the New York Giants have signed free-agent DT Leki Fotu to a one-year contract. The 6-year veteran has 15 career TFLs and 4.5 sacks. He was with Las Vegas and Houston last season, and has started 26 career games.

-- Seahawks Sign Harrison Bryant --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have signed veteran free-agent TE Harrison Bryant.

-- The 2026 FFPC Main Event is THE Flagship Contest in the High-Stakes Fantasy Space! --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Cowboys Officially Re-Sign George Pickens --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens has officially signed his franchise tender and is now under contract for one year and $27.3M fully guaranteed. He'll play it out with the chance to cash in during the 2027 offseason.

-- Lions Sign Two --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Detroit Lions have signed free-agents LB Joe Bachie and DT Jay Tufele.

-- Panthers Pick Up 5th-Year Team Option on Bryce Young --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Carolina Panthers have picked up the fifth-year option on QB Bryce Young.

-- Jets Decline Mazi Smith's 5th-Year Option --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Jets have declined to pick up DT Mazi Smith’s fifth-year team option.

-- Texans Extend Azeez Al-Shaair --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Houston Texans and Pro Bowl LB Azeez Al-Shaair have agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension worth $54 million.

-- Jets Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Will McDonald --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Jets have picked up DE Will McDonald’s 5th-year team option.

-- Deshaun Watson the Favorite to Start Week #1 --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson came out of the team's minicamp as the favorite to be the team’s starting quarterback in Week #1. Watson and QB Shedeur Sanders both got first-team work in those practices, but Watson reportedly wound up with more reps with the starters.

-- Baker Mayfield Contract Watch --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

WDAE reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht was asked whether discussions about a new deal for QB Baker Mayfield have commenced. “Baker is at the forefront of our mind at all times,” Licht said. “All of our plans revolve around Baker, and that’s something that we’ll get to at some point. I have had a lot of discussions with Baker about the team. We texted during the draft about some of the picks. I know he’s excited about the players that we took. We have a great relationship. Listen, nobody here wants Baker playing for [any] other team. So I’ll just leave it at that.”

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-- Giants Sign Shelby Harris --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New York Giants have signed veteran free-agent DT Shelby Harris.

-- Justin Simmons Retires --
Wed Apr 29, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports former Broncos and four-time All-Pro S Justin Simmons has announced his retirement after nine NFL seasons.

-- Bo Nix Undergoes More Ankle Surgery --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) underwent a follow-up cleanup procedure after his fractured ankle. The procedure is not rare or unexpected and he’s still expected to be ready for the season. That said, don’t be surprised if the team takes it very easy with him this spring.

-- Chad Brinker Resigns --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Tennessee Titans official website reports Titans President of Football Operations Chad Brinker has stepped down.

-- Lions Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Jahmyr Gibbs, But... --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox2 Sports reports the Detroit Lions have picked up the fifth-year option on RB Jahmyr Gibbs’ contract, fully guaranteeing him $14.293 million for 2027. The Lions also did not pick up the fifth-year option on LB Jack Campbell’s contract.

-- Patriots Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Christian Gonzalez --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the New England Patriots have picked up CB Christian Gonzalez’s 5th-year contract option.

-- Chargers Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Quentin Johnston --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Chargers have picked up WR Quentin Johnston's fifth-year option.

-- Saints Sign Martin Emerson --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent veteran CB Martin Emerson has signed with the New Orleans Saints.

-- Why I Pay For FFMastermind.com! --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Jets Host Russell Wilson --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Jets, exploring the veteran backup quarterback market, had QB Russell Wilson in for a visit late yesterday, per source. Nothing is imminent. The Jets are going through their process.

-- Patriots Release Elijah Mitchell --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New England Patriots have released veteran RB Elijah Mitchell.

-- Lions Hosting Scotty Miller --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent WR Scotty Miller is visiting today with the Detroit Lions. He also currently is scheduled to tryout next week for the Chicago Bears.

-- Dean Lowry Yet to Re-Sign with Steelers --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran DE Dean Lowry has decided to take a little more time to work into playing shape. He did not take a physical with the Steelers, but he has been fully cleared from last season’s injury.

-- Jonathon Brooks Feels Close to 100% --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Carolina Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks (knee) said he's been fully cleared by his surgeon to participate in the Panthers' offseason program and feels close to 100%. The second-round pick from 2024 is returning from a second ACL surgery on his right knee.

-- Giants Wanted a 2nd-Rounder for Kayvon Thibodeaux --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the New York Giants were seeking a 2nd-round pick for DE Kayvon Thibodeaux during the draft. The Saints were only offering a 4th-round pick.

-- Saints Hosting Martin Emerson --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent CB Martin Emerson is visiting with the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday.

-- Browns Sign Michael Burton --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have signed veteran free-agent FB Michael Burton.

-- 12 Fantasy Football Championships! --
Tue Apr 28, 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!

-- Vikings Hosting Jauan Jennings --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent WR Jauan Jennings is visiting with the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday.

-- Saints Release Two --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the New Orleans Saints have waived RB Evan Hull and WR Elijah Cooks.

-- Alec Halaby Leaves Eagles --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports after 17 years with the Eagles organization, assistant GM Alec Halaby has decided to step away to start a new professional chapter of his career.

-- Steelers Tender Aaron Rodgers --
Tue Apr 28, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Pittsburgh Steelers placed the rare right-of-first-refusal tender on QB Aaron Rodgers, meaning that he can accept a 10 percent raise off last year’s salary, which would pay him about $15 million this season, and the Steelers also now will have the right to match any offer sheet he would sign with another team. As another condition of the tender, Rodgers would only be able to sign with the Steelers once training camp begins.

-- 49ers Sign One --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the San Francisco 49ers have signed free-agent RB Sincere McCormick.

-- Eagles Pick Up Two 5th-Year Options --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Philadelphia Eagles have picked up the fifth-year option for DT Jalen Carter and LB Nolan Smith.

-- Cowboys Sign MVS & Two Others --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed veteran free-agent WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a one-year contract. They also signed WR Tyler Johnson and LB Curtis Robinson.

-- Seahawks Release Cam Akers --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have released veteran RB Cam Akers.

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-- Saints Decline Tyree Wilson's 5th-Year Option --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New Orleans Saints declined to pickup the fifth-year option for DE Tyree Wilson.

-- Bucs Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Calijah Kancey --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have picked up the fifth-year option on DT Calijah Kancey.

-- George Pickens Still Unsigned --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports, contrary to an earlier report, WR George Pickens has not yet signed the franchise tag tender with the Cowboys.

-- Myles Murphy Contract Watch --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin says he is unsure if the team will pick up the fifth-year option for DE Myles Murphy.

-- Vikings Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Jordan Addison --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Minnesota Vikings have picked up WR Jordan Addison’s fifth-year team option.

-- Packers Looking to Extend Christian Watson --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports WR Christian Watson signed a one-year extension with the Green Bay Packers ahead of the 2025 season and GM Brian Gutekunst waved away any thoughts that the WR Jayden Reed deal was a sign that the team was planning to part ways with Watson. “Absolutely with Christian,” Gutekunst said. “Amongst a bunch of other guys that we’re going to hope over the next few months to try to maybe do some of that with.”

-- Keon Coleman Watch --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane says the Bills did not entertain trade overtures from other teams this offseason for WR Keon Coleman. “We shut those down,” Beane said. “Our intention is for Keon to be here, so the word was out, so no calls this weekend. We’ve hit the reset button with him and hopefully the fanbase and everyone is behind him. I think his best year is yet to come here in 2026.”

-- Lions Safety Rehab Update --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Detroit Lions S Kerby Joseph (knee) and S Brian Branch (Achilles) are coming along in their rehab. GM Brad Holmes is optimistic that they’ll both be good to go this season. “I think they’re both heading in the right direction,” Holmes said.

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-- Saints Release One --
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NFL.com reports the New Orleans Saints have released WR Samori Toure.

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