A.J. Brown

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

Jalen Hurts

QB · PHI

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NFL offseason power rankings: No. 9 Eagles traded A.J. Brown, but are they clear of the drama?

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 24, 2026, 5:23 PM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown Jalen Hurts Saquon Barkley

The next book A.J. Brown reads on the sideline might be one about all the drama surrounding the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles . There are enough stories for it. What happened with the Eagles last season really wasn't new. In 2023, after a Super Bowl appearance, the Eagles took a step back and underachieved despite a loaded roster. The drama might have been amplified that season, and last season as well. It's Philly after all. But the bottom line was a team that was dominant on its way to the Super Bowl LIX title looked last season like it wanted nothing to do with each other. The Eagles were talented enough to win 11 games and a division title, but there was a predictable flameout in the playoffs for a club that was clearly underachieving. Play Yahoo's new College Fantasy Football game: Create or join a league now! The two biggest subtractions were Brown, who everyone knew was on his way out by the time last season ended, and offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, who wore the majority of the criticism for a stale and ineffective offense. Trading a player like Brown doesn't make Philadelphia better on paper, but it was a move with chemistry in mind. The last time the Eagles were coming off a miserable finish to a season, they rebounded to win a Super Bowl. There's enough talent on hand where that's a realistic goal this time around as well. Jalen Hurts always seems to be doubted, but he's a Super Bowl MVP and also played better than anyone else in Super Bowl LVII, which the Eagles lost to the Chiefs. The issues with the downturn in production for him, Saquon Barkley and the offense as a whole might be largely related to the play-calling. When ESPN's Dan Orlovsky shredded the Eagles for running the same unimaginative plays with the season on the line in the playoff loss to the 49ers , it summed up all of the Eagles' fans complaints about Patullo. Maybe Sean Mannion, a 34-year-old fast riser who will be a first-time coordinator this season, will fix some of those woes. He'll have a scheme that is expected to be a huge change for Hurts, putting him under center far more often than he's ever done. The defense, which was arguably the NFL's best in 2024, was still very good last season. The roster as a whole is still one of the NFL's best. It's everything else that needs to improve. Some comments from Hurts in 2022 are instructive four years later. "When you're playing a team sport, it's not all about X's and O's," Hurts said, according to the team's site . "A lot of it is ball, but the other part of it is getting to know that person, being on the same page with that person, knowing how that person thinks, and just getting to know him thoroughly." It's not always easy to figure that out, and it's not like Brown was the only reason for the discord. Hurts' role in the offense's deterioration, and particularly his reluctance to adapt his game to playing more under center, was detailed in an ESPN story this offseason. That story also discussed tension between Hurts and coaches, and also between Hurts and teammates like Brown. Again, it's nothing new in Philly. There were similar stories of despair during the 2024 offseason . That Eagles team won 16 of its last 17 games on its way to a championship. Doing it again in 2026 would make for a heck of a story, not that Philadelphia ever lacks content when it comes to the Eagles. The headline of the offseason was a trade that everyone knew was happening for months. Finally, on June 1, the Eagles officially traded A.J. Brown to the Patriots for a 2028 first-round draft pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Eagles got four fantastic seasons from Brown, including a Super Bowl title, then traded him for close to the same picks they gave up to get him (in 2022 Philadelphia traded a first- and third-round pick to Tennessee for Brown). Not bad. It also leaves a hole in the offense, but the Eagles prepared for that. They drafted Makai Lemon in the first round, trading ahead of the Steelers to ste [... truncated ...]

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Are the Seahawks overlooked? 5 reasons to take Super Bowl repeat bid seriously

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 24, 2026, 3:02 PM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown

The Seattle Seahawks shouldn't have to squeeze back into the spotlight. That space typically would be reserved for the defending Super Bowl champion throughout the offseason. In Seattle 's case, however, gazes began to stray not long after Mike Macdonald and Co. got their hands on the Lombardi Trophy. The Seahawks were, without question, compelling victors. Their systematic dismantling of the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60 was a fitting capstone to a campaign that eradicated all doubt as to who was the NFL's strongest outfit by season's end. But it wasn't long before a group known for its lack of braggadocio – and perhaps star power – became somewhat of an afterthought. As the organization's veterans report for training camp on Friday, July 24, the Seahawks begin preparation for their title defense with a diminished level of buzz. Despite last season's accomplishments, Seattle doesn't stoke comparable offseason intrigue to the Los Angeles Rams , who might have secured their place as the focal point of the NFC West – and perhaps the league at large – with their acquisition of Myles Garrett . And as the Patriots also begin work the same day in preparation for the season-opening Super Bowl rematch , New England clearly is on track to command more attention after the addition of A.J. Brown . Turns out a championship, record sale price and spot on "Hard Knocks" only buys the public's focus for so long. Yet that dynamic likely matters little to the Seahawks, who can fall back on Macdonald's now-famous post-NFC championship refrain: "We did not care." With no rallying cries for a repeat bid or other inflammatory boasting accompanying the start of a new season, Seattle seems as though it's somehow flying under the radar. And while the field will always have a more favorable outlook than any one team – even a potential front-runner – here are five reasons the Seahawks' title repeat chances shouldn't be overlooked: At this time last year, McDonald was implementing one of the league's more drastic overhauls for an incumbent coach, reconfiguring his offense to better adhere to his overall vision for the team. By comparison, the season-to-season change for Seattle is relatively minimal. That might seem like an oversimplification for an organization that lost its ace play-caller ( Klint Kubiak ), Super Bowl 60 MVP ( Kenneth Walker III) and other meaningful pieces. Yet with the overwhelming majority of their core coming back, the Seahawks could enjoy a level of continuity not seen by other recent title winners. Other than Walker, every offensive starter from Super Bowl 60 is back. And while new coordinator Brian Fleury is instituting his own system, the former San Francisco 49ers run game coordinator knows he has a basis to work with in what Kubiak already built. "I do think one of the advantages of taking this job is there is gonna be a lot of continuity," Fleury said in February after his hiring. "I've already started to dive into everything that (Kubiak) was doing here last year, and the goal would be to maintain as much of that as possible, but there's also areas where we can supplement that with things that we've developed and done in San Francisco ." That should be a boon to Sam Darnold , who has grown accustomed to change after playing for five different teams in his previous six years. Fleury will be Darnold's seventh different offensive coordinator in as many seasons, but the quarterback said in June that the switch hasn't been "too much of a transition." The texture of the attack might shift, but the essence – including the emphasis on unlocking explosive plays while staying true to the overall framework of a Kyle Shanahan offense – should remain largely the same. The Seattle Seahawks celebrated its Super Bowl victory with confetti, Gatorade and the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots, 29-13, on Feb. 8, 2026. The Seattle Seahawks celebrated its Super Bowl victory with confetti, Gator [... truncated ...]

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

Rashee Rice

WR · KC

+5 players

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2026’s Most Traded Players | Dynasty Stock Watch

PlayerProfilerJul 24, 2026, 1:38 AM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown Rashee Rice Zay Flowers

We’re in the midst of the dog days of summer. Best ball contests are peaking, and redraft leagues are beginning to set draft dates in earnest. Then, there’s the faction of us dynasty league degenerates who never stop—always grinding, looking for any edge. I’ve gathered trade data from Dynasty Daddy , and I want to examine the top five players that have been traded the most over the past month. We can determine how the market is currently valuing these players, and how we can apply lessons learned from the transactions. Fantasy often imitates reality. It was obvious that A.J. Brown was on his way out of Philly, yet somehow, when the trade was finalized and he ended up in New England, the market shifted. We saw Drake Maye and this New England offense operate efficiently with Stefon Diggs , and now the Pats will run it back with Romeo Doubs and now Brown. Once the trade was official in the NFL, the dynasty markets opened to a plethora of deals involving the 29-year-old Mississippi product. The Rashee Rice /Brown deal here seemed highly volatile to me. The uncertainty of Brown’s knee health, along with chemistry on his new team, against the uncertainty of Rashee Rice ‘s decision-making. A battle of wills! When both are locked in, they are top-15 wide receivers. I did see a Zay Flowers for Brown trade, and while I would take Flowers in that situation, it’s much closer for me if I’m looking at redraft only. There’s no doubting Brown’s talent; however, I do wonder if the way to replace a slot receiver (Diggs) that was the key piece of your offense is to add a physical outside receiver like Brown. There are also my concerns about his knee in the long term. Negatives aside, a WR2 season is a likely outcome for the former Eagle. His talent is enough to overcome most obstacles. If he can play a full season, then he should have no problem finishing out the year as a solid fantasy contributor. Brian Thomas Jr. exploded onto the scene in 2024, but 2025 was another story. Thomas struggled mightily, had various upper-body injuries, and an ankle injury that forced him to the sidelines. Was it all injuries, or something more? The debut season was so special that fantasy managers will continue to believe. I am concerned that with so much target competition in Jacksonville, BTJ may not reach the heights that he ascended to in his rookie year. Thomas and a 2027 second-round pick for Brown was a trade I found fair. It’s a clear move for a team to get young with a younger asset, plus the draft capital. If you want BTJ, be prepared to move an established veteran for him. Because the uncertainty of BTJ is what scares fantasy managers away. Bucky Irving checks all the boxes when it comes to identifying a true “buy low” player. First, there was the quote from head coach Todd Bowles back in May, when he said Irving would be back from his injury in the summer or fall. Then, the Bucs brought in running back Kenneth Gainwell and new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson, who “raved” about Gainwell and what he could do in an extended role. Irving featured so much talent in his rookie year, it’s hard to give up on him, even after a sophomore slump. Everyone remembers Irving’s struggles, but forgets that they had lost their starting right guard, Cody Mauch , in Week 2, and Tristan Wirfs was in and out of the lineup due to a knee injury. Note here: Exhibits 1a and 1b. One involved the 2026 1.05 (which we assume would be Jordyn Tyson , Makai Lemon , or Jadarian Price ), and a depth asset. The other deal was the Jets’ Breece Hall for Irving and a 2027 3rd. I prefer the Hall deal; however, the stink of the Jets’ offense doesn’t scare me off like it would most managers. I would still lean to the Hall side, personally. Irving is entering a massive year. If he struggles with injury again, or is inefficient with his touches, then his dynasty value will take an even bigger hit. The Bhayshul Tuten hype train has only continued to grow this offseason. Despite th [... truncated ...]

DeVonta Smith

WR · PHI

Tee Higgins

WR · CIN

+4 players

general

2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: Analysis for players ranked 25-36 in Half-PPR

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 23, 2026, 6:06 PM+4 stories · 30dSource ↗

DeVonta Smith Tee Higgins Rashee Rice

This is Part III and the final column for my fantasy football top-36 rankings. You can read 1-12 and 13-24 to get you caught up to what I view as a pretty clear tier down from the second round. All of these players in the third round are very good in real football terms but might not have the true elite talent of the top-24 players or are in environments that put a relative cap to their total ceiling. Then there's the complete boom-bust nature of players like Rashee Rice , Josh Jacobs and players switching teams. Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2026 NFL season Picks 1-12 Picks 13-24 Picks 25-36 Devonta Smith , WR11, Eagles With A.J. Brown gone, Smith is the clear-cut WR1 for the first time since he broke as a rookie in 2021. In five games without AJB since then, Smith is the WR3 in yards per game (89) on WR10 targets (9.0). It's an extremely small sample and the Eagles have Makai Lemon now plus their red zone rush rate, but Smith could put up top-10 receiving yards if OC Sean Mannion proves to be an upgrade over last year's static play-caller. Smith was just at 64 YPG and 7.0 targets in games with AJB over that same sample. This could be a 10-20 receiving yards per game trade for Smith, who is firmly in the prime of his career without an injury history. While not quite as physically imposing as the others in the top-10 conversation, Smith checks every box and is capable of moving all across the formation. He'll probably play more outside this year, which could lead to a higher aDOT. I'd welcome that in fantasy, particularly in best ball. Another framing for Smith's 2026 fantasy value is to see where Brown ranked as Hurts' WR1 over the years, even if these are closer to upside comps than baseline comps. Brown was PPR's WR14 last year, WR16 in 2024, WR8 in 2023, and WR9 in 2022. It paints the picture of a low-end WR1 upside case and a projectable WR2 baseline in both full and half-PPR. Tee Higgins , WR12, Bengals Higgins has played 39 games with Joe Burrow healthy since 2022. He averaged 14.9 PPR points, equating to WR14 per-game production on WR15 usage. Even though he's a vertical ball winner receiver, Higgins is actually leading in success rate on his targets since 2022 when Burrow is healthy. That's incredible! Right now, Burrow is healthy, and I'd even add that the OL is no longer awful in Cincinnati . Hopefully that means more games for the MVP candidate. The 6'4" X-receiver has also played six games without Ja'Marr Chase since 2022 and averaged 18.1 PPR points in them. That's WR4 per-game since 2022. The contingent upside in the event Chase misses time is obvious, but do not discount it. We'd draft Higgins in Round 1 if he didn't have Chase while Burrow is healthy. The Bengals offense likely isn't going to change much in 2026 either. It's the same coaching staff with the same defensive question markets. Higgins is a high-floor option in Round 3, particularly in full-PPR. He's a simple-brain target (complimentary). Javonte Williams , RB14, Cowboys Williams looked a little healthier on tape last season, even if he's maxed out athletically compared to others in the top-three rounds of fantasy drafts. What he's good at is what coaches love (vision, power, protection), and the Cowboys have some great coaches on offense. Javonte looks like a saint next to Jaydon Blue and Malik Davis , so his playing time feels quite safe after signing a three-year, $24 million contract with $16M guaranteed. As the clear starter last year, Williams was the RB13 on RB6 usage using half-PPR scoring. That meant an 18th overall finish in total fantasy points over replacement. His efficiency was fine in the lens of EPA per carry (RB3 among backs with 10+ carries per game) and goal-line success rate (RB1 overall). He was just horrific as a receiver, averaging 2.7 yards per target with a 33% success rate. All of that should even out as an upside RB2 with a volume-based floor. The Cowboys were second in neutral p [... truncated ...]

Jalen Hurts

QB · PHI

Eli Stowers

TE · PHI

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Eagles News: Philadelphia’s under-25 talent ranks middle of the pack

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 23, 2026, 5:56 PM+20 stories · 30dSource ↗

Jalen Hurts Eli Stowers Makai Lemon

Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles news and links … Ranking NFL teams by under-25 talent: Pats, Texans lead list – ESPN 18) Philadelphia Eagles. Last year’s rank: 14. Blue chips: LB Jihaad Campbell, CB/S Cooper DeJean . Notable graduated players: DT Jalen Carter , CB Quinyon Mitchell , Edge Nolan Smith Jr. Several members of the Eagles’ great defense aged off our list this year: In addition to the 25-year-olds named above, there are defensive linemen Moro Ojomo , Byron Young and Jalyx Hunt . There’s still some younger talent remaining. Safety Andrew Mukuba and safety/nickelback DeJean are both 23. Campbell doesn’t turn 23 until February. On offense, it’s all about the 2026 draft picks. Tight end Eli Stowers is 23, while wide receiver Makai Lemon and offensive tackle Markel Bell are both 22. Jalen Hurts is the first Eagles player revealed on this year’s NFL Top 100 – BGN This year, the annual NFL Top 100 list is being revealed over the not so brief span of June 22 through September 4. A couple of former Philadelphia Eagles players have already made appearances ( A.J. Brown at No. 80, Josh Sweat at No. 78) but now a current member of the Birds has finally been revealed. Jalen Hurts is checking in at No. 56, according to this list determined by player voting. Here’s a highlights clip that features praise from his peers. Three training camp trade targets who make sense for the Eagles – PhillyVoice iOL Jackson Powers-Johnson (23), Raiders (6’3, 325) […] He reminds me a little of a shorter Landon Dickerson . This year, Powers-Johnson is in a camp battle for a starting guard spot with 2025 third-round pick Caleb Rogers . If it’s looking like Powers-Johnson is losing that battle, the Raiders could view him as expendable, and the Eagles could view him as immediate iOL depth as well as a reclamation project who could potentially take over for Dickerson if Dickerson has an early retirement. Projected cost: Sixth-round pick. 15 Eagles on offense to watch in 2026 training camp – NBCSP WR Hollywood Brown : Because the Eagles drafted Makai Lemon and because they traded for Dontayvion Wicks , Brown has sort of become the forgotten receiver in the room. But Brown is a former first-round pick who had 587 receiving yards with the Chiefs just last year. He provides some real depth at the position and even in Year 8 still has blazing speed. […] WR Makai Lemon: The Eagles traded up to No. 20 overall to draft Lemon out of USC but he missed the end of spring practices with a hamstring injury. Lemon should be back on the field for training camp and all eyes will be on the first-round pick. […] WR Dontayvion Wicks: Not only did the Eagles trade to acquire Wicks but then they gave him a one-year extension worth $12.5 million. Wicks has a leg up in the receiver competition because he has already played in a Shanahan-style offense and under new OC Sean Mannion. The Eagles are hoping Wicks has untapped potential he wasn’t able to reach in Green Bay because he was buried on the Packers ’ depth chart. Eagles’ Cooper DeJean mastered slot corner. Can he do the same at safety? – The Athletic Cooper DeJean and Reed Blankenship hosted Vic Fangio on their podcast this summer. The visit brought an admission from the Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator about DeJean that Fangio first revealed in the spring and showcased during offseason practices, when DeJean played safety while the Eagles aligned in their base defense. Fangio’s comment seemed especially relevant given that the star slot cornerback and the former starting safety shared the screen like they used to share the secondary. “Your days at corner hopefully are over,” Fangio told him on “ Exciting Mics .” “… Coop is replacing Reed part time.” The context to the statement is that DeJean, a first-team All-Pro in his second season, is an every-down player for the Eagles. On most snaps, that means he plays in the slot — where he was considered the best in the NFL. When the Eagles are not playing with [... truncated ...]

Jake Bobo

WR · SEA

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Seahawks fan favorite Jake Bobo reveals offseason interest from hometown team

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 22, 2026, 6:00 PM+1 story · 30dSource ↗

Jake Bobo A.J. Brown Romeo Doubs

The Seattle Seahawks nearly lost fan favorite wide receiver, Jake Bobo , to the Jacksonville Jaguars this past offseason. That was after Bobo, whom at the time was a restricted free agent, signed a two-year, $5.5 million offer sheet . Although many in the media expected the Seahawks not to match, Seattle ended up doing so , leading to Bobo returning to the Pacific Northwest. However, a new report by the Boston Herald states that the Jaguars were not the only team interested in Bobo’s services . In an interview with Greg Dudek, Bobo revealed the New England Patriots were eying Bobo, as well. Had that happened, that would have been a homecoming for the Massachusetts native. “They were,” Bobo told the Herald when asked if the Patriots were one of the teams to show interest in him during free agency. “And I made the mistake of telling my mom that, who then got very, very excited. She doesn’t realize there are varying degrees of ‘sniffing around.’ I think once the Pats realized what they might have to pay the slow, skinny white kid I think they bowed out of it.” Bobo may not be going back to his home state, but he’s very much developed a connection with the Emerald City. “(Massachusetts) is where I grew up. That’s where my friends and family are still based. But at the end of the day, I’d go play anywhere,” Bobo said. “I obviously have now this link emotionally to the city of Seattle, which is weird to even think about just being connected emotionally to a city that’s not Boston. It’s a little odd. But to be back in Seattle ultimately, that’s where I wanted to be and I’m very, very grateful that we were able to work that out.” Of course, the Patriots went in a different direction, trading for AJ Brown , as well as signing wide receiver Romeo Doubs in free agency. Although Bobo has not impressed on the stat sheet, he has proven to be a critical member (and leader) for Seattle these past few seasons. His impact is seen not only on special teams, but also in his blocking as a wide receiver. Bobo has also come up in the clutch when called upon. Just look at his 17-yard touchdown reception in the NFC Championship game last season against the Los Angeles Rams . That was only his fourth catch in all of 2025. Bobo looks to have a similar role this next season as he projects to be the fourth wide receiver on the depth chart behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba , Rashid Shaheed , and Cooper Kupp . Depending on Tory Horton ’s health, Bobo may even slide down to the fifth wide receiver position. Nonetheless, Bobo looks to be a significant contributor to the Seahawks, even if the stat sheet does not indicate as such

Saquon Barkley

RB · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

general

Saquon Barkley on missing A.J. Brown, another new OC and that hurdle | Exclusive

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 22, 2026, 3:03 PM+11 stories · 30dSource ↗

Saquon Barkley A.J. Brown

Saquon Barkley reflects on the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl 59 loss, his individual performance, and the team's offensive struggles last season. He expresses motivation to return to the Super Bowl and confidence in his ability to perform, especially as the season progresses. Barkley also acknowledges the team's change in offensive coordinator with Sean Mannion taking over

Drake Maye

QB · NE

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+1 players

general

Patriots links 7/21/26: Summer spotlight on QB, CB

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 21, 2026, 4:54 PM+22 stories · 30dSource ↗

Drake Maye A.J. Brown Romeo Doubs

TEAM TALK Mike Dussault ’s Position snapshot: Cornerbacks . Roster, analysis. Bottom line: “With their top trio in place, the Patriots cornerback group is among the NFL’s best, but there are multiple roles available behind them. …” Evan Lazar ’s Position snapshot: Quarterbacks . Roster, analysis. “…The Patriots head into training camp with high hopes that Drake Maye will make another run at being the NFL’s Most Valuable Player while leading New England on a deep playoff run once again.” Camp Preview: Cornerback (8 min. video) and Quarterbacks (6 min. video)Mike Dussault, Evan Lazar and Paul Perillo break it all down. Roster Move: Patriots sign DT Isaiah Iton . LOCAL LINKS Mike D’Abate posts the Patriots depth chart entering training camp: Who’s fighting for their job? Alex Barth looks at 8 position and roster battles to watch in Patriots training camp. Sophie Weller spotlights 4 players on the roster bubble ahead of training camp. Mark Daniels thumbnails 5 under-the-radar candidates to watch at camp. Graham Wilker focuses on CB Karon Prunty , a potential late round gem ready for a breakout season. Ethan Hurwitz previews the special teams room: Same ‘old’ trio from last year. Billy Heyen says QB Drake Maye’s ceiling is higher than anyone ever imagined. Billy Heyen explains why the Pats’ WR depth chart still points to a trade. Sara Marshall relays Chad Graff (The Athletic), who thinks A.J. Brown is set to face the most pressure he’s ever had in his NFL career at the start of his Patriots tenure. Patriots On SI ranks the top 25 Patriots of 2026. No. 5 Romeo Doubs . With defenses keying in on Brown as New England’s top option, it could open up the floodgates for Doubs in the passing game . Lauren Campbell reports the Patriots signed DT Isaiah Iton , who spent 2025 on injured reserve. Patriots Daily podcast: Taylor Kyles and Mike Kadlick break down the biggest offensive position battles (13 min.) and defensive position battles (8 min.) for the Patriots heading into 2026 training camp. Pats Chat podcast: Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley discuss the latest contract situations surrounding Christian Gonzalez and Gabe Jacas ahead of Training Camp. (18 min.) Pats Interference podcast: Andrew Callahan identifies four things that would define a successful camp for Drake Maye. (18 min.) NATIONAL NEWS Michael David Smith (ProFootballTalk) Drake Maye tells campers his lesson from the Super Bowl is “I have to play better.” Ben Solak (ESPN) Previewing the top storylines for 2026 NFL training camps. Albert Breer (SI) Biggest storylines to track as NFL training camps get underway. Staff (ESPN) Betting on the Patriots in 2026: Matching ’25 success won’t be easy. Eva Geitheim , et al (SI) Ranking the 10 best NFL safeties for 2026. No. 7 Kevin Byard III. Conor Orr (SI) 14 teams that can actually win Super Bowl LXI. Pats included. “While it’s true that talent matters most, New England’s ability to develop a special identity and confidence during a regular-season run against weaker opponents was undeniable.” /Orr whiffed on SEA and NE in last year’s column . Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz (CBS Sports) Ranking NFL teams from most to least likely to crash 2026 playoff field. Phillip Michaels (Awful Announcing) The true cost of sports fandom in the streaming age: How much do you have to pay to follow the sports you love? Karl Rasmussen (SI) Ranking the NFL’s 10 best stadium chants and fight songs. No Pats. Mike Florio (ProFootballTalk) NFL should study the World Cup championship ceremony for ideas. EXTRACURRICULAR Drew Lerner (ESPN) ESPN re-signs Tim Tebow to multiyear extension. Ryan Phillips (SI) ESPN abruptly parts ways with Ryan Clark during ‘NFL Live’ appearance. /‘Eesh … Mike Florio (ProFootballTalk) More ESPN, NFL Network layoffs are coming Tuesday

Jalen Hurts

QB · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+6 players

analyst

Jalen Hurts has Safe Floor and League-Winning Potential at Modest Discount

sleeper-rotoballerJul 21, 2026, 6:49 AM+20 stories · 30dSource ↗

Jalen Hurts A.J. Brown DeVonta Smith

When veterans and rookies report for Philadelphia Eagles training camp at the end of the month, it will be quarterback Jalen Hurts' first extended opportunity to build chemistry with his new receiving corps. In trading away three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown, the Eagles are relying on a number of new faces to fill the ranks alongside incumbents DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert in an effort to rebound from a shaky 2025 offensive outing. Veterans Dontayvion Wicks and Hollywood Brown join rookies Makai Lemon and Eli Stowers in what could be a more balanced passing attack that allows Hurts to spread the ball around. Regardless of any criticism he's faced in recent years, Hurts has never failed to deliver for fantasy, finishing as the QB9 or better in each of the past five seasons despite playing under four different offensive coordinators in that span. Hurts is RotoBaller's QB6 in 2026, but in a year where so many different quarterbacks elicit strong reactions from the fantasy community, he has been seen regularly slipping into the later rounds of drafts, making him a near can't-miss pick with one of the safest floors at the position

Kayshon Boutte

WR · NE

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+1 players

analyst

Kayshon Boutte Stuck in Fantasy Limbo Ahead of 2026 Training Camp

sleeper-rotoballerJul 21, 2026, 6:38 AM+3 stories · 30dSource ↗

Kayshon Boutte A.J. Brown Romeo Doubs

Kayshon Boutte faces an uncertain role with the New England Patriots in 2026 due to significant changes at wide receiver, including the acquisition of A.J. Brown and signing of Romeo Doubs. Despite being a reliable downfield threat in 2025, Boutte's fantasy appeal is low for 2026 redraft leagues as he may face reduced playing time

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

CeeDee Lamb

WR · DAL

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Heated on-air exchange pushed Ryan Clark out at ESPN

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 21, 2026, 2:22 AM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown CeeDee Lamb

Ryan Clark was cut by ESPN after a heated on-air exchange with Peter Schrager

DeVonta Smith

WR · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+3 players

analyst

No Format Necessary: 2026 | These Players are Fantasy Buys EVERYWHERE

PlayerProfilerJul 20, 2026, 9:14 PM+4 stories · 30dSource ↗

DeVonta Smith A.J. Brown Makai Lemon

2026 fantasy football studs who have been catching the author's eye as buys in every format

Dontayvion Wicks

WR · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+2 players

general

Dontayvion Wicks: I'm blessed by having "different opportunity" with Eagles

Pro Football TalkJul 20, 2026, 4:32 PM+4 stories · 30dSource ↗

Dontayvion Wicks A.J. Brown Marquise Brown

The wait for the Eagles to trade A.J. Brown to the Patriots was the dominant storyline of their offseason, but the team didn’t wait to move Brown before they started making plans to replace him in their lineup. Those plans unfolded on three fronts. They signed Hollywood Brown as a free agent, drafted Makai Lemon in the first round and made a trade with the Packers to acquire Dontayvion Wicks. Wicks also signed a two-year extension and is familiar with new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and wide receivers coach Ryan Mahaffey since they both were on Green Bay’s staff the last two seasons. Wicks had 69 receptions over those two seasons, but Brown’s absence opens up a prominent role in the Eagles offense and the wideout said he is looking forward to making the most of the “different opportunity” he has in front of him this season. “I just want to say I’m blessed to be able to be in this position,” Wicks said, via the team’s website. “It just showed me the value and love that Philly has for me and I want to come out and show what I’m worth.” The Eagles never found an offensive groove during the 2025 season, which contributed to their quick exit from the playoffs and led them to bet on Wicks being able to do more than he showed with the Packers. If that bet pays off, it should make for a more pleasant season in Philadelphia

Dontayvion Wicks

WR · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

+2 players

general

Dontayvion Wicks: I'm blessed by having "different opportunity" with Eagles

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 20, 2026, 4:32 PM+4 stories · 30dSource ↗

Dontayvion Wicks A.J. Brown Marquise Brown

The wait for the Eagles to trade A.J. Brown to the Patriots was the dominant storyline of their offseason, but the team didn't wait to move Brown before they started making plans to replace him in their lineup. Those plans unfolded on three fronts. They signed Hollywood Brown as a free agent, drafted Makai Lemon in the first round and made a trade with the Packers to acquire Dontayvion Wicks . Wicks also signed a two-year extension and is familiar with new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and wide receivers coach Ryan Mahaffey since they both were on Green Bay 's staff the last two seasons. Wicks had 69 receptions over those two seasons, but Brown's absence opens up a prominent role in the Eagles offense and the wideout said he is looking forward to making the most of the "different opportunity" he has in front of him this season. "I just want to say I’m blessed to be able to be in this position," Wicks said, via the team's website. "It just showed me the value and love that Philly has for me and I want to come out and show what I'm worth." The Eagles never found an offensive groove during the 2025 season, which contributed to their quick exit from the playoffs and led them to bet on Wicks being able to do more than he showed with the Packers. If that bet pays off, it should make for a more pleasant season in Philadelphia

Fernando Mendoza

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Kirk Cousins

QB · LV

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Four NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year sleepers to consider, including 49ers' De'Zhaun Stribling

CBS Sports NFLJul 20, 2026, 4:00 PM+30 stories · 30dSource ↗

Fernando Mendoza Kirk Cousins Carnell Tate

With training camps opening up around the NFL this week, one of the main storylines to watch is the rookies. Will quarterback Fernando Mendoza outperform Kirk Cousins on the practice field in Vegas? Could Carnell Tate skyrocket up fantasy big boards by showing he has an automatic connection with Cam Ward ? Since several rookies are about to make headlines, this is a good time to revisit the odds for Offensive Rookie of the Year. You could probably guess the favorites. Over at DraftKings Sportsbook, No. 3 overall pick running back Jeremiyah Love of the Arizona Cardinals has the shortest odds at +400, followed by Mendoza at +425, Tate at +550, New Orleans Saints wideout Jordyn Tyson at +600 and Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price rounding out the top five at +750. But what about some sleepers? Below, we will break down four Offensive Rookie of the Year sleepers to consider. These players will have odds listed outside of the top five with a minimum of +1000. The No. 20 overall pick of the Philadelphia Eagles is the reigning Biletnikoff Award winner, as he caught 79 passes for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns for USC last season. Makai Lemon had four games in which he recorded 150 yards receiving and a touchdown in 2025, which tied a Big Ten single-season record, and recorded the most yards after catch (502) in the conference. Lemon wasn't just a playmaker after the catch, but also a deep-ball weapon. His 16 receptions of 20+ air yards were tied for third-most in the FBS. Lemon isn't A.J. Brown . He's a slot weapon, not a big-bodied perimeter threat. New offensive coordinator Sean Mannion, who played and learned under Sean McVay, could use a reliable playmaker like Lemon as a pillar in his new offense. I think it could be easy to scheme up quick touches for him. As the Brandon Aiyuk saga continues to drag on, it seems very unlikely he will join his former college teammate Jayden Daniels in Washington. The Washington Commanders needed to add another wide receiver to help Terry McLaurin , who is coming off his worst season as a pro, and the most notable addition Adam Peters and Co. made this offseason was Antonio Williams in the third round. Williams leaves Clemson with the fourth-most career receptions (208) in program history, and is tied for the fourth-most receiving touchdowns (21). He caught 15 touchdowns over the last two seasons, which ranks most in the ACC. This is a solid slot weapon that doesn't drop the ball and can create after the catch. He also possesses the vision necessary to create those game-changing splash plays. The only question I have with Williams is his ability to stay healthy, as he missed 12 games due to injury during his collegiate career. But he's someone that could play a big role in Washington's offense if Daniels can also remain healthy. He has a clearer path to picking up touches than another talent like Germie Bernard in Pittsburgh. No one expected De'Zhaun Stribling to be the sixth wide receiver off the board, as he was CBS Sports' WR19 in this class. However, I trust John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, and they clearly wanted this prospect. Stribling is known for his blocking ability and physicality, but he also ran a 4.36 40-yard dash at the combine at 6-foot-2. He caught 55 passes for 811 yards last season for the Ole Miss Rebels and led the team with six receiving touchdowns. He also caught seven passes for 122 yards in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal upset against Georgia. Surely he can find a role in this efficient San Francisco 49ers offensive attack -- and should have the opportunity, too. The 49ers signed soon-to-be 33-year-old Mike Evans , who has missed 12 games over the last two seasons due to injury, and Christian Kirk while losing Jauan Jennings and Kendrick Bourne in free agency. Jennings was the most reliable wide receiver Shanahan had over the past couple of seasons, and Stribling has the potential to wear the hat he did in this scheme. If the 49ers' weapons stru [... truncated ...]

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

Justin Jefferson

WR · MIN

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Sunday Patriots Notes: How A.J. Brown shifts defense’s philosophy

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 19, 2026, 2:00 PM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown Justin Jefferson Drake Maye

Kevin Byard, a former teammate of A.J. Brown in Tennessee, compares Brown's impact to that of Justin Jefferson, noting that defenses must account for Brown on every play. Byard stated that identifying Brown's location dictates defensive philosophy, similar to how teams must track Jefferson. Even at 29, Brown remains highly productive, as evidenced by his four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons with the Eagles. In New England, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels plans to utilize Brown in various alignments to exploit mismatches, though he will primarily operate as an X receiver on the outside, where he has already shown a connection with Drake Maye

Makai Lemon

WR · PHI

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Makai Lemon says he'll be 100 percent for training camp after missing some offseason work

Pro Football TalkJul 19, 2026, 11:37 AM+2 stories · 30dSource ↗

Makai Lemon A.J. Brown

Eagles rookie WR Makai Lemon expects to be 100 percent for training camp after dealing with a hamstring injury during OTAs. He has been focused on body maintenance and learning from veteran players, aiming to make an immediate impact as the team counts on him following the trade of A.J. Brown

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel’s troublesome offseason: ‘No one is infallible’

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 18, 2026, 4:28 AM+18 stories · 30dSource ↗

A.J. Brown

Patriots owner Robert Kraft addressed head coach Mike Vrabel's controversial offseason, stating "no one is infallible" and expressing strong belief and faith in Vrabel, hoping he remains head coach for many years. This is Kraft's first public comment on the scandal involving NFL insider Diana Russini. Despite the controversy, Vrabel has been retained, and the Patriots, coming off a Super Bowl appearance, also made a significant trade for A.J. Brown

Drake Maye

QB · NE

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Drake Maye: Already some chemistry with A.J. Brown, excited to build more

Pro Football TalkJul 17, 2026, 5:09 PM+22 stories · 30dSource ↗

Drake Maye A.J. Brown

Drake Maye expressed excitement about building chemistry with his new teammate A.J. Brown, noting that the receiver's ability to make plays is already evident. Maye anticipates a strong connection forming as they head into training camp, with the Patriots expecting this pairing to elevate their offense

Eli Raridon

TE · NE

A.J. Brown

WR · NE

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Numbers to Know: Can Eli Raridon buck Patriots' troubling TE trend?

Yahoo Sports NFLJul 17, 2026, 3:30 PM+3 stories · 30dSource ↗

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Numbers to Know: Can Eli Raridon buck Patriots' troubling TE trend? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Editor’s note: Patriots insider Phil Perry is sharing 26 numbers to know for 26 days leading up to Day 1 of training camp on July 25. Last week, we covered numbers 1 through 9 . Next up, 10 through 18: The Patriots in 2025 became just the third team in NFL history to win 10 more games than they had the previous season. The 2009 Dolphins fell back to 7-9. The 2000 Colts fell back to 10-6 and lost in the Wild Card Round. The Patriots, of course, will be looking to buck that trend and make another Super Bowl. Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas had 11 sacks last season at Illinois. The Patriots drafted him to help bolster their pass rush, but without a contract in the spring, he missed OTAs and mandatory minicamp. That left Harold Landry , Dre’Mont Jones and Elijah Ponder as the top edge defenders in attendance. The question is: how much of an impact can Jacas have in his rookie season, having missed as much time as he has? The Patriots watched 12 sacks walk out the door this offseason: K’Lavon Chaisson , Anfernee Jennings , Jaylinn Hawkins , and Jack Gibbens all parted for other teams a few months ago. Chaisson alone accounted for 7.5 of those sacks. The Patriots added Dre’Mont Jones in the offseason and drafted Gabe Jacas. But will they be able to eclipse their sack total from last season? There are only six in the NFL in 2025 with fewer sacks than New England . Pro Football Focus graded A.J. Brown as the No. 13 receiver in the NFL last season, tying his rookie season as his lowest grade. The Patriots traded a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth for Brown. They’re banking on a connection between Drake Maye and Brown providing the receiver a career resurgence. And given that Maye’s deep-ball accuracy and Brown’s explosive playmaking skill set seem to mesh, there’s a good chance New England’s big bet will pay off. But if Brown’s numbers continue to dip, parting with that 2028 first-rounder that now resides in Philly will feel like a painful misstep. The Patriots won an NFL-high 14 games last season. As we know, though, they eventually lost the Super Bowl. Of the previous 32 Super Bowl losers, 14 failed to make the playoffs the following year. Only one has returned to the Super Bowl: the 2018 Patriots, who beat the Rams a year after losing to the Eagles while Malcolm Butler watched from the sideline. That Patriots group had an aging core and won one final Lombardi Trophy. These 2026 Patriots have a young QB on the rise. We’ll see if they can do what the Tom Brady-led Patriots were able to do. This will be Josh McDaniels’ 15th season – non-consecutive! – as Patriots offensive coordinator. In 2025, his offense ranked second in points, third in yards, and scored at least 23 points in 15 regular-season games. That was the most in the NFL. McDaniels now has some new tools at his disposal this season, led by A.J. Brown. Oh, the possibilities… It’s been 16 years since the Patriots drafted Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez, which is the last time they drafted a tight end who made meaningful NFL contributions. Just look at this list: Jaheim Bell , Devin Asiasi , Dalton Keene , Ryan Izzo , AJ Derby, and Lee Smith. But now the Patriots have rookie tight end Eli Raridon out of Notre Dame. What are the odds they’ve struck gold with their Golden Domer, and have a homegrown tight end to complement Hunter Henry ? After appearing in all 17 regular-season games in 2025, Hunter Henry ranked 17th in the NFL in receiving EPA. It’s a new stat which calculates how much value a receiver adds to his team’s chances of scoring on plays they’re targeted. Henry’s coming off his best season in terms of receiving yards and yards per reception. The question is, can Henry actually have a better 2026 as he continues to develop his connection with Drake Maye, and as he plays alongside A.J. Brown, who should be attracting all kinds of [... truncated ...]

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