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IND - WR Phillip Dorsett's role unclear Source: NFL.com - Conor Orr

Indianapolis Colts WR Phillip Dorsett's role for 2016 is vague heading into training camp. NFL.com's Conor Orr posited that Dorsett could be used similarly to Los Angeles Rams WR Tavon Austin.

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We're not sure about using him like Austin as Dorsett is more of a deep threat with the speed to take the top off the defense. The Colts passing game should be performing at peak levels with QB Andrew Luck back from an injury-shortened 2015. Dorsett had a broken ankle that slowed his development as a rookie last year. This season, the Colts are looking for a third WR behind T.Y. Hilton and Donte Moncrief. Dorsett could catch around 50 passes and put up WR5-like numbers in 2016. His current ADP is WR62 (13.10) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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SEA - QB Michael Vick an option for Seattle?

Source: ESPN.com - Sheil Kapadia

Free-agent QB Michael Vick (Steelers) could be a pickup candidate for the Seattle Seahawks, according to ESPN analyst, Phil Savage. Savage said Vick would fit the Seahawks with his mobility, what he brings to the table and with a veteran presence behind QB Russell Wilson.

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We could see that happening as the Seahawks aren't likely to bring back Tarvaris Jackson and currently have undrafted rookie Trevone Boykin as the second-string QB behind Wilson. Vick was with the Steelers last year where he appeared in five games, completing 60.6 percent of his passes for 371 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. At age 36, Vick still wants to play but would only be a veteran backup no matter where he lands.

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HOU - Braxton Miller may have multiple roles

Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Houston Texans WR Braxton Miller may be used in a variety of ways during the 2016 NFL season. He should line up at different spots in the offense and could also be used as a kick returner. Miller could also line up in the Wildcat formation since he was a quarterback in college.

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We love the addition of Miller for the Texans. In fact, they might have had the best draft of any team in the NFL. Miller was impressive in limited duty in his one year as a WR for Ohio State. The converted QB has crazy athleticism, tremendous confidence and the ability to make any defender miss in the open field. He was targeted 40 times last year, caught 26 passes for 341 yards and three TDs. Those numbers don't look like much until you consider this is just the tip of the iceberg with Miller. Re-draft owners need to keep him on waiver-wire speed dial. Dynasty owners should add him and be excited about his developmental upside.

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NO - RB Mark Ingram the go-to back when healthy

Source: The New Orleans Advocate - Joel A. Erickson

New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram was on the field for 62.6% of the offensive snaps, the highest percentage of any running back on the roster, in the games he played in last year.

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Fantasy owners should be drooling over Ingram's prospects once again this year. Ingram had the 3rd-highest yards-after-contact-per-rush average of 2.27 yards behind only Thomas Rawls (2.68) and Carlos Hyde (2.30). The Saints power rusher should dominate on the ground once again where he can wear down opponents. He's proven when it's time to move the chains, and his first-down-per-rush percentage of 26.5 ranked fourth in the NFL (league average is 20.8 percent). His current ADP is RB10 (3.01) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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TEN - No concerns for Derrick Henry's workload

Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon

Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry's heavy workload in college was never a concern, according to head coach Mike Mularkey.

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Henry's 395 carries in 2015 were the most in the FBS, and so were his 2,219 yards rushing. Over the last two years, Henry has toted the rock over 567 times and that's close to Cowboys first-round pick Ezekiel Elliott (562) and Broncos fourth-round pick Devontae Booker (560) yet there isn't the same talk about 'overuse' for those two RBs. In fact, we're excited about Elliott this year and Booker in the future. Henry is going to be used in a RBBC with DeMarco Murray and that should help keep the rookie fresh...and keep opponents worn out.

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Dolphins | Two tight ends competing for spot
Miami Dolphins TEs Thomas Duarte and Jake Stoneburner will be competing for a spot on the final roster, assuming the Dolphins only keep three tight ends.

Footballguys view: Stoneburber was an interesting super deep dynasty prospect back when he was with the Green Bay Packers. He's athletic but has yet to play up to his physical potential as a pro. Duarte was a seventh-round pick out of UCLA this year for the Dolphins. The rookie is a converted WR who can be a matchup nightmare if used correctly. There are some in the scouting community who compared Duarte's upside to that of Jordan Reed (Washington)...and that's something that certainly has our attention in deep dynasty leagues. We believe the Dolphins passing attack is going to be great with new head coach Adam Gase, and the TE position is quite important in his system. If Jordan Cameron doesn't perform up to expectations, Duarte has the ability to be more than roster depth.

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Jaguars | Blake Bortles will receive extension
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Blake Bortles will receive a contract extension as soon as the collective bargaining agreement allows the Jaguars to sign him in 2017.

Footballguys view: The Jaguars are likely to use more of the no-huddle offense in 2016. Bortles was a great value for fantasy owners last year, and he finished the season as the 4th-best QB in standard-scoring leagues. This season, we expect Bortles to be at least a top-10 fantasy option at the position...and it wouldn't surprise to see him finish with another top-5 season.

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PIT - Le'Veon Bell hints at contract demands

Source: FOXSports.com - Rob Perez

Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell released a rap song in which he references needing '15 a year' and refers to himself as the top back in the NFL.

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Bell needs to stick with his day job as he's not exactly Jay-Z on the microphone. The Steelers need to stick with Bell as he's a superstar RB if healthy and not suspended. Adrian Peterson is the highest-paid RB in the league with an average annual salary of $14 million and Jamaal Charles is behind him at just over $9 million annually. We think Bell would get a deal much closer to Charles if he's signed to a long-term deal. Bell is in the last year of his rookie contract and on the books with a cap hit of only $1.3 million in 2016.

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CLE - Receivers taking shape for Browns?

Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi

Cleveland Browns WRs Rashard Higgins and Andrew Hawkins are slated to be the Browns' No. 2 and No. 3 wide receivers behind WR Corey Coleman, according to ESPNClevelan.com's Tony Grossi.

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The Browns added plenty of WR help via the 2016 NFL draft, and their first-round pick Coleman should take over for Travis Benjamin who left to the Chargers in free agency. Coleman has speed like Benjamin and can take the top off the defense. Hawkins is a seasoned veteran who is ultra-quick and can get open on underneath routes as a slot receiver. Higgins was the last of four WRs the Browns selected in the draft this year, but his skill set is out of this world. He's a player we love in dynasty leagues because he runs clean routes, has a large catch radius due to elite athleticism and has a knack for making difficult catches near the sideline.

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MIA - Dallas Thomas could beat Laremy Tunsil

Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson

Miami Dolphins OG Dallas Thomas could beat out OL Laremy Tunsil, the team's first-round draft pick, for the starting left-guard job.

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Reports this offseason indicate the rookie first-round pick struggled in his transition from tackle to guard. Thomas isn't going to remind anyone of Robert Gallery, so the fact that Tunsil couldn't look better during OTAs and minicamp is a bit concerning. We're excited about the Dolphins offense, but their O-Line would greatly benefit if Tunsil can start at guard and play up to his potential.

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DET - RB Zach Zenner could be power back

Source: MLive.com - Justin Rogers

Detroit Lions RB Zach Zenner is the early frontrunner to fill the power back role behind RB Ameer Abdullah, according to beat writer Justin Rogers.

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Zenner is a good all-purpose back who is built like a fullback but has more spring in his step than some would think. To be the power back for the Lions in 2016, Zenner only has to beat out veteran Stevan Ridley. From a fantasy perspective, Zenner is a player to keep on your waiver-wire speed dial. If Abdullah needs to be used more as a part-time player, then Zenner's role could be larger than what is currently projected.

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MIA - Miami offense to move quickly

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill and the Miami offense plan to move more quickly and get more snaps per game this season. Additionally, offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen said the fastest, quickest way for the Dolphins to improve is on third downs and in the red zone. Miami converted just 30.7% of their third downs last season -- third worst in the NFL. Christensen said the up-tempo style should result in more red-zone snaps.

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New head coach Adam Gase has a proven track record of having high-powered offenses, and we expect in Miami things will be the same. That's why we like the value presented in guys like QB Ryan Tannehill, WR Jarvis Landry, WR DeVante Parker and TE Jordan Cameron. The Dolphins should attack opponents through the air early and often, and fantasy owners should be intrigued over the potential of this passing game.

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PHI - WR Nelson Agholor may be No. 2 WR

Source: NJ.com - Eliot Shorr-Parks

Philadelphia Eagles WR Nelson Agholor is expected to enter training camp as the No. 2 receiver on the depth chart and the team's top option on the outside. Agholor did struggle with some dropped passes during offseason workouts.

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Agholor had a disappointing rookie season in 2015, but the talent is there for him to be at least a solid starter for the Eagles. A high-ankle sprain affected his play last year, so Agholor needs to prove that he can stay healthy if he wants to make an impact in the NFL. Agholor can run clean routes and get open with ease, but he needs improved concentration when passes are coming in. As the Eagles No.2 WR, we're not expecting Agholor to be that relevant for fantasy owners.

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BUF - No Olympics for WR Marquise Goodwin

Source: NFL.com - Tyler Dragon

Buffalo Bills WR Marquise Goodwin did not qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics after placing seventh in the men's long jump. Goodwin has already said he feels banged up from the experience.

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Goodwin is no lock for the 53-man roster. He's got Olympic speed, but he has not translated as a viable NFL prospect. Goodwin isn't someone that we're interested in...even in super deep dynasty leagues.

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DEN - John Elway contacted OLB Von Miller

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos LB Von Miller was contacted by general manager John Elway over the weekend. Elway wanted to personally talk to Miller to express his desire to work out a long-term deal. Both sides talked for 10 to 15 minutes, and Elway told Miller that the Broncos still love him and still want him to return to Denver, according to sources.

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There are less than 10 days to go in order to sign Miller to a long-term contract, but we feel confident the two sides can come to an agreement. The guaranteed money seems to be the primary hold up here as the length and overall value don't seem to be a problem. Even though we expect something to happen, we're not looking for it to happen until the day of the deadline (July 15th).

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11. NFL - AFL an option for QB Johnny Manziel?

Source: ESPN.com

Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) is drawing interest from the Arena Football League. 'We could provide a strong platform for him to demonstrate that he is back,' AFL commissioner Scott Butera said. 'We would also work with him and provide him whatever help he needed to live a healthy life.'

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If Manziel is serious about a return to football, he may need to start in the Arena League or the Canadian League before the NFL comes calling again. The AFL (and the CFL) could use the hype a name like Manziel would bring to their game, and he needs a chance to show that he can stay clean and play football. He's suspended by the NFL for four games, and there's still likely another suspension upcoming for his role in a domestic violence incident that is still being litigated.

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NO - RB Mark Ingram wants to show versatility
Source: The New Orleans Advocate - Joel A. Erickson

New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram said his goal this year is to remain a factor in the passing game and force opposing defenses to account for him on every snap.
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Ingram is likely to be the lead back for the Saints on the ground, but we could see C.J. Spiller play as a change-of-pace role in 2016. Last year, Spiller wasn't healthy (or effective) so Ingram set a career-high with 50 catches. He could approach that number of catches again this year, but we just want to see him healthy for 16 games. Ingram hasn't played a full 16-game season since 2012 and was limited to just 12 contests in 2016.
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[Otters27]

Excited to see how braxton miller turns out. Guy stays at ohio state hopefully things turn out good for him

[mr. leisure]

The Broncos need Von Miller , hopefully they can get a deal done .

[BarkingToad]

The Broncos need Von Miller , hopefully they can get a deal done .

I'm sure they will, can't win without him. Was Denver's best player last year.

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DEN - Denver QB battle 'even' Source: NFL.com - Andie Hagemann

Denver Broncos FS T.J. Ward said the team's quarterback competition is 'even' between QBs Mark Sanchez, Trevor Siemian and Paxton Lynch. 'We got three guys working really hard,' Ward said. 'They've all worked with the 1's, 2's and 3's. We have seen them work with different receivers in the starting offense and second-string offense. I'm not sure (who will start in September). ... Sometimes you really have to see who threw the ball or who is starting with the 1's because they're pretty even.'

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We don't see it as being even right now, but it could get close in training camp. Lynch is the future of the team, but he showed that he needs to ramp up to the pro level before being tasked with taking over on the defending Super Bowl champions. Sanchez went through mandatory minicamp as the first-team QB, and he did nothing to fall down the depth chart. Siemian has a rocket for an arm, but he struggles with accuracy. We think Sanchez begins the season as the starter and Lynch takes over at some point later in the year.

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PHI - QB Sam Bradford working out with teammates

Source: NJ.com - Eliot Shorr-Parks

Philadelphia Eagles QB Sam Bradford is working out with several of his teammates in San Diego leading up to training camp. QBs Chase Daniel and Carson Wentz, RB Darren Sproles, WR Jordan Matthews, Josh Huff, T.J. Graham and Rueben Randle and TE Zach Ertz are among the players participating in the workouts.

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Bradford is doing what he can to build chemistry in this new offense with this group. We're not overly excited by the Doug Pederson offense in Philadelphia, so Bradford should only be considered a QB3 for fantasy owners. He set to be the starter this year as rookie first-round pick Carson Wentz is likely to get a year of development in 2016. However, if Bradford struggles (not a stretch) then we could see the team turn to the rookie sooner than originally planned.

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PHI - WR Nelson Agholor still dropping balls

Source: NJ.com - Eliot Shorr-Parks

Philadelphia Eagles WR Nelson Agholor still dealt with drops during organized team activities. The second-year receiver couldn't hold onto the ball in his rookie season, either.

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This is not the type of report you want coming out of the offseason. Agholor has natural talent and the ability to smoothly get open, but all that doesn't matter if you can't grab the rock. We're not overly excited about the No.2 WR with the Eagles, and fantasy owners are already cool on Agholor. His current ADP is WR65 (14.02) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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NFL - WR Andre Johnson working out

Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Free-agent WR Andre Johnson (Colts) has been working out this offseason and still intends to play in 2016.

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Johnson's career is about at the end, but he's hoping to latch on with a team (perhaps a contender) after injuries hit in training camp. Last year with the Colts, Johnson ran 440 routes and snared 41 passes for 503 yards and four TDs. He averaged 10.24 air-yards-per-target, ranking 47th in the league for that category. He's not what he used to be, and Johnson will have to be used as an underneath target if some team ends up giving him a shot.

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CLE - RB Duke Johnson could run more

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns RB Duke Johnson is expected to run the ball more than he did last year in new head coach Hue Jackson's offense, according to Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer.

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The Browns backfield is an interesting one to monitor for fantasy owners. Johnson is an explosive player in space, but he could be more than just a receiving back. He'll compete with Isaiah Crowell to be the lead back for the Browns in 2016, and Johnson has more appeal in PPR leagues due to his receiving ability. Right now, Johnson has an ADP of RB26 (6.03) while Crowell is coming off the board much later at RB42 (9.09) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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CLE - RB Isaiah Crowell due for big year?

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns RB Isaiah Crowell could reach the 1,000-yard plateau in 2016, according to The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot. Cabot envisions a run early and often offense under new head coach Hue Jackson.
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Crowell is quite naturally talented as a runner, and we love his blend of size, speed and power to grind down defenses. Fantasy owners in standard-scoring leagues will see more value for Crowell as he's not likely to be used much as a receiver. Players in PPR leagues need to look at Duke Johnson Jr. as the more valuable back in Cleveland.

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TB - WR Louis Murphy woke up in museum

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Greg Auman

Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Louis Murphy woke up Saturday, July 2, in a museum after attending a friend's wedding there the night before. Murphy said he had been drinking, went to the museum's courtyard and fell asleep on the stairs. The receiver broke the glass on one of the doors after being locked out and called a friend. Murphy and the museum manager agreed to work out the $1,000 in damages. Murphy was not charged with a crime.

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Somehow Ben Stiller is going to spin off his Night at the Museum movie series to include this story. Even Denard Robinson waking up in a retention pond--in his car--is not as crazy as this story.

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DEN - Denver to run often

Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Denver Broncos RB C.J. Anderson said it's pretty obvious that head coach Gary Kubiak and the coaching staff will be more committed to the run this year after QB Peyton Manning retired. 'I don't think there's a question what coach (Kubiak) wants to do,' Anderson said recently. 'All you have to do is look out there and see a fullback running around ... I mean, we even drafted one. (Kubiak) wants to run the ball.' RBs Andy Janovich and Juwan Thompson have lined up at fullback in offseason practices. Denver used a two-back set just 25 times last year, but Kubiak is intent on going to the run more often moving forward. The Broncos beefed up their offensive line by adding OTs Russell Okung and Donald Stephenson, too.

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Fantasy owners should be drooling over the prospects for Anderson this year...especially with his current ADP. Yes, Anderson has to prove that he can do it all year but we're talking about a back who has showcased his talent over the last half of the season in each of the last two years. In fact, Anderson led the NFL in rushing during the postseason and he capped off his year with a 23-carry, 90-yard (with one rushing TD) performance in Super Bowl 50. We could see him getting a similar workload this year as Denver's lead back. His current ADP is RB17 (4.07) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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[Otters27]

haha. Johnny manziel in the arena league.

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DAL - WR Dez Bryant's struggles more mental Source: DallasCowboys.com

Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant (foot) said his hardships last season were more mental than physical. Bryant said he was off his game from a mental standpoint, and the waiting while he was injured was also difficult.

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Dez Bryant should be poised for a great season, and we expect WR1 numbers from him. Now, if only Tony Romo doesn't end up on a hospital gurney again this season.

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OAK - QB Derek Carr more than a thrower

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Scott Bair

Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr is more polished and isn't a gunslinger, according to former QB Brett Favre.
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We agree with Favre here. Carr has a lot of upside and some exciting weapons around him. We see him as a low-end QB1 on the rise. His current ADP is 12-team PPR leagues is QB11 (9.04). In certain matchups, we should see Carr thrive so keep him in mind when looking at DFS plays during the regular season.

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CLE - More consistency from RB Isaiah Crowell

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Dan Labbe

Cleveland Browns RB Isaiah Crowell needs to run consistently this year, according to head coach Hue Jackson. Jackson said Crowell hasn't been able to consistently run like the big-time runner he's capable of being.

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He has the lead back position right now, but Duke Johnson isn't far behind. Johnson is the receiving back, and he should get plenty of work in the new Hue Jackson offense. He's actually someone we want on our roster more, as an high-end RB3 with upside while Crowell is more of an RB4 despite the likely starting gig. Johnson's ability to catch the ball is a big difference.

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BUF - RB LeSean McCoy's case dismissed

Source: The Buffalo News - Vic Carucci

Buffalo Bills RB LeSean McCoy's nightclub brawl case has officially been dismissed by the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office Thursday, July 7, according to McCoy's attorney.

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We can all breathe a sigh of relief. McCoy should be a great RB2 with the upside for more if he is healthy and gets the carries the Bills are promising. In 12-team PPR leagues, McCoy has a current ADP of RB13 (3.10).

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MIA - WR DeVante Parker fully healthy

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker (foot) is at full health and will likely be pushed harder in training camp than he was during offseason activities.

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Parker is expected to take over the X position in Adam Gase's offense. You might remember another guy who had great production in that role - Demaryius Thomas. We don't see Parker as Thomas by a long shot, but WR3 numbers with upside? Absolutely.

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BUF - WR Robert Woods played with serious injury

Source: BuffaloBills.com - Chris Brown

Buffalo Bills WR Robert Woods (groin) played with a torn groin on both the left and right side for about half the season last year. Woods said he feels great now, though, and he looked more quick and explosive this offseason, too. Additionally, wide receivers coach Sanjay Lal said Woods' route-running is better than he's ever seen. Woods said that his chemistry with QB Tyrod Taylor has also improved due to first-team repetitions with each other, and after playing together some of last season.

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Inconsistency has been his biggest issue with Woods, which could potentially stem from the injury as well. At best we see him as a WR6 though his ranking could be impacted if he secures the job as the WR2 in Buffalo. Fantasy owners know the Bills aren't exactly going to fill the air with footballs under head coach Rex Ryan.

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NYJ - Big workload for RB Bilal Powell?

Source: New York Post - Brian Costello

New York Jets RB Bilal Powell is expected to see a lot of touches this season, according to the New York Post's Brian Costello.

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We'll see how that works out. The Jets have said more than once they see Matt Forte as a workhorse back. Until we see different, Powell is no more than bench depth or a handcuff for Forte. Powell is coming off the board at RB44 (10.12), while Forte is getting drafted at RB12 (3.08) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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CAR - WR Devin Funchess likely to be No. 2

Source: ESPN.com - David Newton

Carolina Panthers WR Devin Funchess is likely to emerge as the team's No. 2 receiver this season, beat writer David Newton said. He is expected to play outside and in the slot.

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As expected when they drafted him in the second round out of Michigan last year. With the return of Kelvin Benjamin, Funchess might see a little more room to work. We still see him as no more than a WR5 right now, but he has some upside even behind Benjamin and tight end Greg Olson.

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DEN - Talks with WR Emmanuel Sanders on hold

Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis

Contract talks between Denver Broncos WR Emmanuel Sanders and the club are not off, but they are on hold for now. He is scheduled to make $5.6 million in the final year of his contract this season.

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No worries here, and in fact we see this as a good sign for the ongoing negotiations with superstar linebacker Von Miller. We think a deal gets done with Sanders after Miller gets a new long-term contract on or near the July 15th deadline for franchise-tagged players. The "Peyton Manning Era" is over in Denver, but Sanders is a solid WR3 for fantasy this season.

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WAS - QB Kirk Cousins won't land a deal Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Mike Florio

Washington Redskins QB Kirk Cousins has no contract discussions going on, and a source with knowledge of the situation said that no talks will happen. He won't sign a deal before the July 15 deadline for franchise players.

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Washington is going to see if Cousins can do it again. If he does, then he's going to make a ton of money. Cousins knows he has something to prove, and that's why he went ahead and signed his one-year franchise tag offer. The veteran QB will make $19 million in his second season as a starter. With a big year in 2016, he could land the long-term deal he wants from Washington.

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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins resumes running

Source: NFL.com - Kevin Patra

Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins (foot) posted a video on his Instagram that showed him running, and he said 'back on top soon.'

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This is great news. The Bills need him to be healthy, and they'll feed him the ball. That said, this run-first offense and the limitations of Tyrod Taylor lead us to rate him as a WR2 at best.

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DEN - Denver to speak with OLB Von Miller again

Source: ESPN.com

The Denver Broncos have scheduled a phone call with LB Von Miller Friday, July 8, and his agent, Joby Branion, according to league sources. The Broncos are believed to have modified their offer to Miller recently to fully guarantee a third year of their proposed six-year, $114.5 million deal.

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This is the third positive sign we've seen this week from the Broncos. First, we learned GM John Elway reached out to Miller over the July 4th weekend. Next, we learned the team had put contract discussions with WR Emmanuel Sanders on hold (likely to fully concentrate on Miller). Now, the two sides are going to talk on Friday. We don't think something gets done until the deadline next Friday, but things are tracking positively in this situation. The deadline to sign franchise-tagged players to multi-year deals is July 15.

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CHI - WR Alshon Jeffery deal unlikely

Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery is far apart in talks on a long-term deal, and there isn't much optimism a deal will get done. 'I sense that both sides really don't feel strongly about this one,' said NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. 'That's because Jeffery's got a $14.6 million tag. The Bears wanted to come in a couple of million below that.'

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The Bears likely want to get Jeffery for a price similar to what franchise-tagged WRs Dez Bryant (Cowboys) and Demaryius Thomas (Broncos) got last year. Bryant and Thomas make $14 million annually, and they both got over $40 million fully guaranteed. Jeffery has no leverage in this situation as he's already signed his franchise tender.

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DEN - CB Aqib Talib could receive suspension

Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Denver Broncos CB Aqib Talib (leg) could receive a suspension for his involvement in a shooting incident this offseason that resulted in him being shot in the leg. The police still have an open investigation on the incident. CB Bradley Roby would enter the starting lineup if Talib is suspended.

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Roby has starter's potential, and he plays a lot in the Broncos' nickel package. However, we don't feel Talib is going to get a suspension....yet. The legal process will have to exhaust itself before the league steps in with any discipline, and that may not be until next year.

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TEN - RB coach high on RB Derrick Henry

Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry will be a good player for the Titans, but he will have to adjust to playing in the NFL, according to running backs coach Sylvester Croom. 'He's going to be a good football player,' Croom said. 'He's just going to have to learn, but everybody does. When I was a rookie coach, a first-year coach, I had to learn. You have to learn what working in the NFL is like, because it is totally different than college.'

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He has to contend with DeMarco Murray in 2016, but long term we love his prospects. This year he will start as an RB4 but if Murray stumbles, we could see his value go up. Keep an eye on him if he drops in your drafts.

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TEN - RB coach impressed with RB DeMarco Murray

Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans RB DeMarco Murray has impressed running backs coach Sylvester Croom with his work ethic and his abilities on the field.

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Murray has everything to gain by a big season, so we expect him to be focused. Splitting time in the 'exotic smashmout' backfield with rookie Derrick Henry could hold him back a bit, so we see him as a borderline RB2/RB3.

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SD - Trevor Robinson may be on bubble

Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Tom Krasovic

San Diego Chargers C Trevor Robinson (shoulder) is still recovering from an injury he suffered last season and could be released or asked to restructure his contract since he is scheduled to make $2.3 million in 2016.

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The Chargers are determined to get this line going finally, and try to give Philip Rivers improved protection. If Robinson can't get healthy they have to look elsewhere.

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Source: footballguys.com

[LT Profits]

DEN - OLB Von Miller wants to sign soon Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck

Denver Broncos LB Von Miller wants to get a long-term deal done before the July 15 deadline. If a deal is not done by that time, Miller would have to play the 2016 season under the franchise tag, something he has already said he won't do.

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All signs point to Miller getting the deal he wants from the Broncos...perhaps even before the July 15th deadline. After a month of posturing in June, the ball got rolling over the 4th of July weekend. With less than a week until the deadline, expect the two sides to work out an agreement that makes Miller the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history.

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GB - TE TE Jared Cook is healthy again

Source: Christine Troyke - Gwinnett Daily Post

Green Bay Packers TE Jared Cook is healthy again after foot surgery sidelined him during OTAs earlier this year according to Christine Troyke from the Gwinnett Daily Post. Playing with QB Aaron Rodgers is something Cook is looking forward to. “Just seeing what he’s done with the tight ends the previous years, and how they’ve grown in that system and gotten better from playing with him is exciting,” Cook said.

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Physical ability has never been a question with Cook. In college at South Carolina, former Gamecocks coach Steve Spurrier compared Cook's natural ability to that of former Lions superstar WR Calvin Johnson. The Packers should have one of the league's best passing attacks with Rodgers leading the way. Cook could be a low-end TE1 if he becomes a favorite of Rodgers...especially in the red zone. Right now, Cook's historical lack of production is baked into his ADP of TE20 (13.12) in 12-team PPR leauges.

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NFL - WR Roddy White plans to play in 2016

Source: Jarvis Davis - CBS Atlanta

Former Atlanta Falcons WR Roddy White says he plans to play in 2016 according to Jarvis Davis from CBS Atlanta. "I wanna play for a winner, so, you know, if it comes down to it and I have to wait… to get on a team that’s winning, then I’ll do that.” White said in the interview.

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The ole 'veteran wants to play for a winner' take coming from White, but after a disappointing season with the Falcons in 2015 we can't imagine teams lined up around the block to sign him. Perhaps he could latch on with someone in training camp. White insists Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan's offense was the problem--and not his declining skill set. We're pretty sure he's not the same player he used to be and White is unlikely to have any fantasy value no matter where he signs.

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NYG - Solid workload for RB Rashad Jennings?

Source: Giants.com - John Schmeelk

New York Giants RB Rashad Jennings could see around 15 to 18 carries per game in 2016, according to John Schmeelk of giants.com. Jennings will still be the Giants' primary running back, with RB Shane Vereen serving as the third-down back.

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If Jennings can stay healthy in his age-31 season, he could be a RB2 or strong flex play for fantasy owners. He has good ability as a receiver, but the Giants may want to mix in Vereen (or rookie Paul Perkins) as a pass-catching back. Right now, fantasy owners see Jennings as RB38 (8.11) in 12-team PPR leagues.

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NYG - TE Will Tye 'wonderful' during offseason

Source: Giants.com

New York Giants TE Will Tye 'caught everything' that came in his direction and 'showed remarkable consistency for a second-year player' during organized training activities and minicamps, according to Giants.com's John Schmeelk.

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The second-year player from Stony Brook turned heads in 2015. In the final eight games of his rookie season, Tye was targeted 50 times for 34 receptions , 387 yards and 3 touchdowns. Pro-rate that over a full season, and Tye could have a TE1 season for fantasy owners. In order to do that, Tye will have to beat out veteran Larry Donnell in training camp for the Giants top TE spot.

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KC - S Eric Berry hopes for long-term deal

Source: The Kansas City Star - Terez A. Paylor

Kansas City Chiefs SS Eric Berry said he wants to sign a long-term deal with the Chiefs but is surprised by how slow contract talks have gone to this point. The Chiefs have until July 15 to sign Berry to a long-term deal.

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We're surprised there's no been more movement here with Berry. He wants a deal that makes him the highest-paid safety in the league, and the Chiefs may (should?) oblige. Berry has the highest average for a safety in 2016 if he plays on the one-year franchise tender of $10.8 million. The veteran may be looking for a deal larger than what Harrison Smith (Vikings) got earlier this year, five-year, $51.5 million with $28.5 million guaranteed and an average annual salary of $10.2 million.

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MIN - WR Cordarrelle Patterson can be productive

Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Jim Souhan

Minnesota Vikings WR Cordarrelle Patterson logged 469 yards from scrimmage and six touchdowns over the final six games of 2013, and the Vikings ranked 13th in total yards. He touched the ball four times from scrimmage last year, and the Vikings ranked 29th.

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There's no doubt that Patterson has a ton of physical talent and potential. However, potential is a dirty/filthy word and Patterson has not played up to what he's capable of--not even close--in the pros. If he's more focused, then perhaps he could start to show off his incredible natural talent as an open-field runner after the catch. In the Vikings, run-heavy offense we don't see him having much (if any) fantasy value.

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Source: footballguys.com

[mpaschal34]

that von miller time is running out.

[mr. leisure]

that von miller time is running out.

He has denver over a barrel . With the QB situation you have to have a great defense .