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PIT - WR Antonio Brown ends hold out speculation
Source: NFL.com - Gilberto Manzano
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Antonio Brown ended speculation that he may hold out when he showed up for the first day of training camp Saturday, July 25. 'Hold outs never go well,' said Brown. 'Just look at history. It always ends badly. It wouldn't be the best decision. I make a lot of money. I pull up to camp in Rolls-Royces.'
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With a cap hit over $9.7 million this season, Brown is underpaid compared to his talent level--and there's no question he's outplayed his current contract. We could see the Steelers renegotiate his deal at some point in the future, but there's no holdout for Brown this year.
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PIT - Le'Veon Bell looks explosive
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell looked explosive during the first day of training camp Sunday, July 26, and he said he is in the best shape of his life.
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There's no word on Bell's three-game suspension right now. Even if he ends up having to serve all three games, fantasy owners should be taking him off the board within the first five picks of every fantasy draft out there.
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PIT - QB Ben Roethlisberger feels good
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Ed Bouchette
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said he is in great shape and that his arm feels great. He believes the offense can be even better than it was in 2014.
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Great news for Roethlisberger, the Steelers and fantasy owners here. It seems like OC Todd Haley has found the best ways to utilize Roethlisberger within his offense. Last year, Roethlisberger ranked as the 6th-best fantasy quarterback. This year, he should once again put in a top-10 season for fantasy owners.
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CIN - Cincy discussing new deal with WR A.J. Green
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Cincinnati Bengals WR A.J. Green is talking with the Bengals about a possible contract extension, according to sources. The team sees signing Green to an extension as their top priority.
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Green (just like Julio Jones) should get a contract similar to what both Demaryius Thomas and Dez Bryant received earlier this year. The Bengals need an explosive playmaker like Green on offense, and we can't imagine them letting him slip away on the open market.
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OAK - WR Amari Cooper praised by Tim Brown
Source: RaiderBeat.com - Paul Wexler
Oakland Raiders WR Amari Cooper was praised by retired WR Tim Brown. 'This guy is just a superb, great receiver,' Brown said. 'He's going to be dominant Day 1.'
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Cooper was our favorite receiver in this year's draft class. Think of Marvin Harrison with more size when you think of Cooper. He can run crisp routes, set up defenders and get separation on most every play. After the catch, Cooper is incredibly athletic and dangerous in the open field. Cooper has the ability to be a top-5 receiver in the NFL someday. This year, Cooper should provide fantasy owners with a WR3 with upside.
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PIT - WR Martavis Bryant should up snap count
Source: NFL.com - Chris Anthony
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Martavis Bryant played an average of just 29% of offensive snaps in 2014, but he is expected to serve as the primary No. 2 receiver on the outside in 2015 with WR Markus Wheaton moving to more of a slot role.
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We're excited to see what Bryant can do after splashing onto the scene last year as a part-time player. As a rookie, Bryant didn't get going until Week 7 but he made an impact when he was on the field. His yards per catch (21.1) ranked 1st in the NFL along with his longest catch (94 yards) also ranking at the top in the league. Bryant's 18.04 air yards per target ranked 1st in the NFL. He's a WR3 with upside for fantasy owners this year.
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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins' production deceiving
Source: NFL.com - Matt Harmon
Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins recorded 53.3% of his receiving yards and four of his six touchdowns in four games last year.
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This is an important note for fantasy owners expecting a huge second-year breakout for Watkins. Yes, he's incredibly talented but the quarterback situation in Buffalo could hold him down. The nature of the run-heavy offense under Rex Ryan could also limit the production for those in the passing game. His current ADP is WR26 (5.11) in 12-team PPR leagues.
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MIN - WR Mike Wallace impresses at camp
Source: SI.com - Peter King
Minnesota Vikings WR Mike Wallace was impressive during training camp Sunday, July 26.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Wallace never played up to his potential (or his paycheck) during his time with the Dolphins. All reports this offseason seem to indicate that he and second-year QB Teddy Bridgewater are putting on a helluva show. If the connection comes through for fantasy owners, Wallace could outperform his current ADP of WR35 (7.12) in 12-team PPR leagues.
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PIT - RB DeAngelo Williams busy as backup
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Pittsburgh Steelers RB DeAngelo Williams said he 'absolutely' received enough work as the backup during the first day of training camp Sunday, July 26, and he expects to be ready to start Week 1 if RB Le'Veon Bell is suspended.
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Bell currently is on the books for a three-game suspension. That could be reduced, but we do not think the suspension will be completely eliminated. That means Williams is likely to start at least one game when the regular season kicks off. He's a capable veteran who could perform like a RB2 in PPR leagues while Bell is out.
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BUF - WR Percy Harvin struggling with routes
Source: The Buffalo News - Vic Carucci
Buffalo Bills WR Percy Harvin required detailed instruction on how to run routes during OTAs, and Vic Carucci of the Buffalo News believes Harvin will open the year as the No. 3 receiver behind WR Sammy Watkins and WR Robert Woods.
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We're not shocked. Harvin lacks discipline to his game. Yes, he's electric and explosive with the ball in his hands, but being a great pro goes far beyond that. We'll see if Harvin can improve during camp, but we have our reservations. In a run-heavy offense, fantasy owners shouldn't be adding Harvin to the wish list during their drafts.
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Source: footballguys.com
PIT - WR Antonio Brown ends hold out speculation
Source: NFL.com - Gilberto Manzano
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Antonio Brown ended speculation that he may hold out when he showed up for the first day of training camp Saturday, July 25. 'Hold outs never go well,' said Brown. 'Just look at history. It always ends badly. It wouldn't be the best decision. I make a lot of money. I pull up to camp in Rolls-Royces.'
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
With a cap hit over $9.7 million this season, Brown is underpaid compared to his talent level--and there's no question he's outplayed his current contract. We could see the Steelers renegotiate his deal at some point in the future, but there's no holdout for Brown this year.
Back to Top
PIT - Le'Veon Bell looks explosive
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell looked explosive during the first day of training camp Sunday, July 26, and he said he is in the best shape of his life.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
There's no word on Bell's three-game suspension right now. Even if he ends up having to serve all three games, fantasy owners should be taking him off the board within the first five picks of every fantasy draft out there.
Back to Top
PIT - QB Ben Roethlisberger feels good
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Ed Bouchette
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said he is in great shape and that his arm feels great. He believes the offense can be even better than it was in 2014.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Great news for Roethlisberger, the Steelers and fantasy owners here. It seems like OC Todd Haley has found the best ways to utilize Roethlisberger within his offense. Last year, Roethlisberger ranked as the 6th-best fantasy quarterback. This year, he should once again put in a top-10 season for fantasy owners.
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CIN - Cincy discussing new deal with WR A.J. Green
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Cincinnati Bengals WR A.J. Green is talking with the Bengals about a possible contract extension, according to sources. The team sees signing Green to an extension as their top priority.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Green (just like Julio Jones) should get a contract similar to what both Demaryius Thomas and Dez Bryant received earlier this year. The Bengals need an explosive playmaker like Green on offense, and we can't imagine them letting him slip away on the open market.
Back to Top
OAK - WR Amari Cooper praised by Tim Brown
Source: RaiderBeat.com - Paul Wexler
Oakland Raiders WR Amari Cooper was praised by retired WR Tim Brown. 'This guy is just a superb, great receiver,' Brown said. 'He's going to be dominant Day 1.'
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Cooper was our favorite receiver in this year's draft class. Think of Marvin Harrison with more size when you think of Cooper. He can run crisp routes, set up defenders and get separation on most every play. After the catch, Cooper is incredibly athletic and dangerous in the open field. Cooper has the ability to be a top-5 receiver in the NFL someday. This year, Cooper should provide fantasy owners with a WR3 with upside.
Back to Top
PIT - WR Martavis Bryant should up snap count
Source: NFL.com - Chris Anthony
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Martavis Bryant played an average of just 29% of offensive snaps in 2014, but he is expected to serve as the primary No. 2 receiver on the outside in 2015 with WR Markus Wheaton moving to more of a slot role.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We're excited to see what Bryant can do after splashing onto the scene last year as a part-time player. As a rookie, Bryant didn't get going until Week 7 but he made an impact when he was on the field. His yards per catch (21.1) ranked 1st in the NFL along with his longest catch (94 yards) also ranking at the top in the league. Bryant's 18.04 air yards per target ranked 1st in the NFL. He's a WR3 with upside for fantasy owners this year.
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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins' production deceiving
Source: NFL.com - Matt Harmon
Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins recorded 53.3% of his receiving yards and four of his six touchdowns in four games last year.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This is an important note for fantasy owners expecting a huge second-year breakout for Watkins. Yes, he's incredibly talented but the quarterback situation in Buffalo could hold him down. The nature of the run-heavy offense under Rex Ryan could also limit the production for those in the passing game. His current ADP is WR26 (5.11) in 12-team PPR leagues.
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MIN - WR Mike Wallace impresses at camp
Source: SI.com - Peter King
Minnesota Vikings WR Mike Wallace was impressive during training camp Sunday, July 26.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Wallace never played up to his potential (or his paycheck) during his time with the Dolphins. All reports this offseason seem to indicate that he and second-year QB Teddy Bridgewater are putting on a helluva show. If the connection comes through for fantasy owners, Wallace could outperform his current ADP of WR35 (7.12) in 12-team PPR leagues.
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PIT - RB DeAngelo Williams busy as backup
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Pittsburgh Steelers RB DeAngelo Williams said he 'absolutely' received enough work as the backup during the first day of training camp Sunday, July 26, and he expects to be ready to start Week 1 if RB Le'Veon Bell is suspended.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Bell currently is on the books for a three-game suspension. That could be reduced, but we do not think the suspension will be completely eliminated. That means Williams is likely to start at least one game when the regular season kicks off. He's a capable veteran who could perform like a RB2 in PPR leagues while Bell is out.
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BUF - WR Percy Harvin struggling with routes
Source: The Buffalo News - Vic Carucci
Buffalo Bills WR Percy Harvin required detailed instruction on how to run routes during OTAs, and Vic Carucci of the Buffalo News believes Harvin will open the year as the No. 3 receiver behind WR Sammy Watkins and WR Robert Woods.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We're not shocked. Harvin lacks discipline to his game. Yes, he's electric and explosive with the ball in his hands, but being a great pro goes far beyond that. We'll see if Harvin can improve during camp, but we have our reservations. In a run-heavy offense, fantasy owners shouldn't be adding Harvin to the wish list during their drafts.
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Source: footballguys.com