ay out.

Regardless, the backfield in Green Bay is suddenly much more volatile, and the lack of depth is apparent. Here is how I would prioritize acquiring Packers running backs in dynasty as well as four upside RBs that could find their way to Green Bay:

1. Marshawn Lloyd

Size/speed specimen who can lock up the RB2 role just by proving healthy in training camp.

Lloyd underperformed his athleticism in college, so do NOT overpay in dynasty FAAB bidding.

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Here are five teams that will exceed fantasy expectations across the board, as well as a couple of bonus squads with multiple inexpensive, high-upside pieces.

5. Los Angeles Chargers

This is the great offensive efficiency play.

Joe Alt (one of the best tackle prospects of all time) and Rashawn Slater (the second-best tackle in the sport in 2024) played zero games together in 2025. When healthy, this is the best tackle duo in… (Read more)

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Tiered Dynasty Rankings on the Dynasty Underground Podcast

Now featured as part of the PlayerProfiler family, Jax, Trav, and Joe of Dynasty Underground talk about where the recently drafted NFL rookies land in their Dynasty Ranking tiers! Check it out for their thoughts on Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson, Jeremiyah Love, and tons more. (Listen here!)

NFL Schedule Fantasy Impact

by Jon Machado, May 16, 2026

The 2026 NFL schedule is official, so Jon Machado takes a look at the notable fantasy football winners and losers for the coming season. Who has a tough row to hoe, and which players (and managers) came out smelling like roses? (Read it here!)

News Desk Round-up

Bucky Irving still limited from shoulder injury

Bucky Irving | RB, Tampa Bay

1 day ago

Buccaneers GM Jason Licht reports that Bucky Irving “will be limited during organized team activities but should be ready for training camp” as he rehabilitates a shoulder injury.

Tampa Bay Times’ Rick Stroud describes Bucky Irving as “the chair” of what looks to be a running back by committee with Kenneth Gainwell and Sean Tucker. We’ll see what the price range settles in as for Irving, but it’s hard to imagine him as a top-40 pick based on the past week of updates.

Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson went further, saying… (Read More)

Rashee Rice violates probation, heads back to jail

Rashee Rice | WR, KC

2 days ago

KSHB’s Matt Foster reports Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has violated his probation by testing positive for weed.

You never go full Josh Gordon. According to court documents released on Tuesday, May 19, Rashee Rice was placed in custody to serve a 30-day jail sentence ending June 16 after testing positive for marijuana. This positive test violates his probation from previous felony highway racing charges, forcing him to miss upcoming organized team activities and mandatory mini-camp.

The NFL may reconsider its decision not to pursue further discipline. Rice’s latest intersection with law… (Read more)

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Deep Analysis

Dynasty Blueprint | Strategizing a Rebuild

by Edward DeLauter, May 21, 2026

Ed Delauter details the best way to design a dynasty rebuild in the wake of the 2026 NFL Draft. Who should you be targeting in your process as you begin anew? The blueprint is right here.

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It’s a Trap! | 2026’s Biggest Dynasty ADP Mistakes

by Wyatt Bertolone, May 20, 2026

Finding every edge in dynasty is paramount to having success. Wyatt identifies discrepancies in ADP versus value, so your fantasy team is getting the most “bang for your buck.”

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Mind of Mansion Podcast

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The FF Dynasty Podcast

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5. Chargers

This is the great offensive efficiency play.

Joe Alt (one of the best tackle prospects of all time) and Rashawn Slater (second best tackle in the sport in 2024) played zero games together in 2025. When healthy, this the best tackle duo in the NFL. Both Herbert’s time to throw and Hampton’s offensive line yards will rise this year. Additionally, Oronde Gadsden will be rarely called upon to block. This makes every single piece of this offense from McConkey to even Vidal worth pursuing in fantasy football.

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To help find signals in the noise, I have identified 10 player news drops that were most actionable for fantasy football.

10. Alec Pierce suffered a significant ankle injury

The Colts did not select a WR in the Top-100, and Pierce will miss most of the offseason recovering from ankle surgery. This just further boosts Josh Downs’ sleeper status.

9. Jalen Nailor will be a major factor at WR

Tre Tucker and Jack Bech are all that stand in Nailor’s way of becoming the WR1 in Las Vegas. The offense will be (Read more)

See the full list here! Top-10 Fantasy News Items that MATTER

Step Into The Dojo!

PlayerProfiler’s new podcast partner, Devy Dojo, conducted a groundbreaking 2025-2027 Dynasty Super Mock Draft spanning all three classes.

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Challenge Accepted

After taking over a WILD 20 orphan teams in 20 days, listen to The Podfather and Coach break down a wide variety of roster rebuilding trades and strategy on the latest episode of Trade Gods… a “must-watch” for savvy veterans and serial rebuilders alike!

News Desk Round-up

Ted Hurst DOMINATING Bucs camp

Ted Hurst | WR, TB

3 days ago

Rick Stroud from the Tampa Bay Times contends that rookie wideout Ted Hurst has “owned the Bucs’ first rookie minicamp.”

Ted Hurst has dominated recent practices, using his 6-4 frame and 4.42 speed to push for the Buccaneers’ X-receiver spot. Although the team features a deep receiving corps, he is the only… (Read More)

Tank Dell is “running and cutting”

Tank Dell | WR, HOU

3 days ago

Houston reporter Aaron Wilson reports Texans WR Tank Dell is running and cutting, but his knee is not yet 100 percent healthy.

After missing the 2025 season with a severe knee injury, Dell is reportedly making significant progress in the Texans’ current offseason conditioning program. Team management is using his performance in spring activities to gauge his readiness and official availability for the 2026 campaign.

If cleared to play, Dell likely… (Read More)

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Deep Analysis

In the Crosshairs

There is no time like the present. Wyatt has six of the biggest Dynasty Buys and Sells in 2026. Though a price seems to be a player’s peak, you’re actually catching them along their ascension. Likewise, wash your hands before someone hits rock bottom.

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Gonna Mock Around the Clock!

Can’t get enough of drafting? With the paint barely dry on 2026, Wolf dives headfirst into a “Way-Too-Early” dynasty mock draft for 2027’s highly anticipated rookie class! Full steam ahead.

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Slow and Steady Does NOT Win the Race

FastDraft is filling contests for the 2026 Best Ball tournaments at a breakneck pace! Try your hand at “The Rabbit,” FastDraft’s signature tournament, or the all-rookie “Origins” tourney.

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The Dynasty Stock Market

Theo Gremminger joins host Pete Terranova to dive deep into the massive market shifts following a wild week of NFL news. They’ll break down the latest contract extensions and trade fallout that are completely reshaping the dynasty landscape. (Watch it here!)

Sonic Truth Dynasty Podcast

Sonic Truth Season 9, Episode 6: Cody Carpentier from Rosterwatch joins The Podfather from PlayerProfiler to break down recent news that matters for fantasy football dynasty leagues.

Fernando Mendoza has all the positive vibes. Sleepers, tight ends from the 2026 class, and some very underrated WR3s. (Listen here!)

To help find the signal in the noise, I have identified 10 player news drops that were most actionable for fantasy football.

10. Alec Pierce suffered a significant ankle injury

The Colts did not select a WR in the Top-100, and Pierce will miss most of the offseason recovering from ankle surgery. This just further boosts Josh Downs’ sleeper status.

9. Nailor will be a major factor at WR

Tre Tucker and Jack Bech are all that stand in Nailor’s way of becoming the WR1 in Las Vegas. The offense will be much improved with Fernando Mendoza and a new offensive line coach.

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10. Jalen Coker (CAR) | As we look for the next Michael Wilson, there is no better place to start than Coker. While he is not free, he is not expensive either. The WR2 chair is his for the taking in camp, and I expect Carolina targets to consolidate around Tetairoa McMillan and Coker as the season goes along.

9. Tai Felton (MIN) | Third-round draft capital for Felton in 2025, and he is more explosive than (Read more…)

See the full list here: 10 Free (or VERY Cheap) WR3s for Fantasy Football Dynasty Leagues

No. 1 Trending Player on PlayerProfiler

Of course, everyone is running to the best place on the internet for in-depth stats to look more into Jordyn Tyson, Carnell Tate, and Omar Cooper Jr ahead of their drafts. Well… surprise!

In so many ways, the fact that De’Zhaun Stribling is the top-trending player on the site is over-the-top apropos from what turned out to be a fairly chaotic draft in 2026 that kept everyone guessing. No one saw it coming when Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers tapped him with the first pick of Round 2. Fans and fantasy managers alike went from scratching their collective heads to diving in headfirst, and then rocketing him up their respective draft boards in dynasty.

Make sure you head over to the annals for all the up-to-date ratings, bios, testing, draft capital, and news about each and every NFL player you care about for fantasy. Hit up the front page (right here) to see who the top trending players are, and type someone’s name into the search. We’ll see you when you come up for air.

Best Ball Rankings Have Been Updated!

With Best Ball draft season upon us, we’ve got a better handle on where the players are stacking up. Free Agency and the NFL Draft ran roughshod over player expectations, and now that things have cooled off, players can tell the difference between heads and tails.

Some notable player movements are in this update, including:

Jeremiah Love (ARI) | The dust has settled. Is Arizona’s RB1 a top 10 running back?

Tyler Shough (NO) | Is the second-year QB in New Orleans a value at his ranking?

Luther Burden (CHI) | He or Rome Odunze coming off the board first?

Jayden Daniels (WAS) or Jalen Hurts (PHI) | Who is the higher-ranked selection in the NFC East?

Big time shakeups in the TE hierarchy | The top 5 is worth a double take

Check out all the rankings here!

News Desk Round-up

Malachi Fields the first NFL basketball player

Malachi Fields | WR, NYG

2 days ago

Giants GM Joe Schoen said Malachi Fields will be the “power forward” in their wideout room, and head coach Jim Harbaugh insists Fields is faster than he looks.

After the Giants traded up to draft the big-bodied Malachi Fields in the third round, he is expected to see significant snaps during his rookie season with the Giants. Coach John Harbaugh praised his elite game speed and agility, noting that GPS data shows him playing much faster than his… (read more)

Kamara going full company man

Alvin Kamara | RB, NO

1 day ago

Alvin Kamara stated that he is “excited” to play with Travis Etienne and see what they can accomplish “together.”

Sure. As a competitive human, Alvin Kamara is about as enthusiastic about the Saints signing Etienne as Kyle Shanahan was about John Lynch’s crazy De’Zhaun Stribling pick. With one foot in retirement and one… (read more)

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Deep Analysis

You Snooze, You Lose. (We Don’t Make the Rules)

With the 2026 NFL Draft over and done, dynasty rookie drafts are in full swing. The incoming 2026 class is much maligned. However, there are many intriguing rookies available late in dynasty drafts.

Dominating the Target and Fade Game

Know the players, win the draft. As we all know, the 2026 class is on the weaker side, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a strategy for players to target throughout the draft. Additionally, it’s important to know which players to avoid.

More articles from the PlayerProfiler staff right here.

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Mind of Mansion w/The Podfather

Derek Brown from FantasyPros sits down with The Podfather to find the hidden gems in the 2026 draft and compare the 2026 and 2027 rookie draft classes.

Which Dolphins WR is going to break out this year? Who is the Rams’ RB to roster most heavily in 2026? Listen now!

Fantasy Whiplash! LIVE on YouTube

The “Kitchen Sink of Fantasy Football,” Fantasy Whiplash! LIVE makes its return in 2026. PlayerProfiler's Samwise and FSAN's Joe Frick want to talk free agency, the NFL draft, and early impressions about your 2026 fantasy drafts with all the news, laughs, and nonsense you need in a fast-paced, short-attention-span hour that flies by... with a side of tomfoolery.

10. Jalen Coker - As we look for the next Michael Wilson, there is no better place to start than Jalen Coker. While he is not free, Coker also is not expensive. The WR2 chair is his for the taking in camp, and I expect Carolina targets to consolidate around McMillan and Coker as the season goes along.

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Wilson posted five 20+ point weeks with a backup QB last year, which is very difficult to discount. He looked the part, squeezing the football in traffic, getting wide open on double moves, and securing acrobatic catches in the deep quadrants. His versatility is also more aligned with the modern alpha WR profile than teammate Marvin Harrison Jr.

On the other hand, his spike weeks manifested after Marv went down. In his two fantasy WR1 games (33.5 and 37.2 fantasy points respectively), Brissett averaged 50+ pass attempts.

Bottom line: Brissett is going to be under center one way or the other, and the Cardinals will be playing from behind a lot in 2026. Fortunately, the QB and target share uncertainty in Arizona provides enough downward pressure on the trade market to acquire Wilson at a career high point.

See players 2-5 here: Podfather's 5 Favorite "Buy High" Wide Receivers

Massive Update! PlayerProfiler Dynasty Rankings

How high should you be drafting Nicholas Singleton (RB, TEN) in your dynasty rookie drafts? Is Demond Claiborne (RB, MIN) a dark-horse draft option in the aging Vikings backfield?

The most recent update to our dynasty rankings features a complete overhaul since free agency, and especially the draft. The rankings can be viewed as a part of the World-Famous PlayerProfiler Dynasty Deluxe package, which you can find right here or by clicking the image above!

Davis Mattek Joins the PlayerProfiler Network

He may not wear a cape, but he’s swole like an Avenger. Best Ball hero Davis Mattek is Grinding the Variance on the PlayerProfiler Podcast Network, and wherever you get podcasts! Bang the logo below and be whisked away to more analysis with personality than you can shake a stick at.

“You Know You Make Me Breakout…”

After much pomp and circumstance, PlayerProfiler has released the Updated Breakout Ratings!

Get the official NFL breakout probabilities for the 2026 NFL Draft Class NOW in the App Store and Google Play.

If you are looking for a new appreciation for Navy running back prospect Eli Heidenreich, then the Breakout Finder’s most recent breakout rating update is for you!

News Desk Round-up

Kayshon Boutte ready to fly like an Eagle?

Kayshon Boutte | WR, NE

16 hours ago

The Athletic’s Chad Graff submitted a post-draft 53-man roster projection for the Eagles with Kayshon Boutte a “substitution for … Brown” and believes Boutte is the “most likely receiver to head to Philadelphia in a trade.”

Adam Schefter reports that a trade sending AJ Brown to the Patriots is expected to occur, likely involving a… (read more)

Deshaun Watson in the shape of his life

Deshaun Watson | QB, CLE

17 hours ago

Browns EVP JW Johnson said QB Deshaun Watson “looks healthy” (in a good way).

Deshaun Watson is reportedly healthy and in a “great head space” as he prepares for an “ongoing competition” for the starting role, presumably against high-profile newcomer Shedeur Sanders. The 30-year-old veteran carries a massive $34.9 million salary for 2026, a steep price given he has played only… (read more)

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Deep Analysis

Your First Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft is HERE!

With the 2026 NFL Draft behind us, Matty Kiwoom put together his first dynasty superflex rookie mock for managers ahead of their draft selections... (read more)

Sifting Through the Post-Draft Rubble

Want to know who the real winners & losers were from draft weekend? Our team of analysts evaluated each day’s twists and turns and made the final judgment on a host of rookies and veterans who made the grade. Pick your poison:

Day 1 Winners & Losers Day 2 Winners & Losers Day 3 Winners & Losers

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The Podfather and Alex Dunlap break down the sleepers from the NFL Draft and discuss Sean McVay's deceptive techniques.

On the other hand, his spike weeks manifested after Marv went down. In his two fantasy WR1 games (33.5 and 37.2 fantasy points respectively), Brissett averaged 50+ pass attempts.

Bottom line: Brissett is going to be under center one way or the other, and the Cardinals will be playing from behind a lot in 2026. Fortunately, the QB and target share uncertainty in Arizona provides enough downward pressure in the trade market to acquire Wilson at a career high point.

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… and The Podfather and his cohorts in “The ‘Burgh,” are already hard at work, starting with some sneaky fantasy sleeper targets. While there were obvious winners on Thursday night… a few under-the-radar names might have dodged bullets and solidified their statuses… for now.

Jalen Coker (WR, CAR) | Rejoice, Cokeheads! The Pan…

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The NFL Draft will certainly destroy the value of some players, mostly running backs. However, because dynasty leaguers are paranoid heading into next weekend, there are a handful of players that it makes sense to acquire now — before their respective teams potentially zig instead of zag in the draft. By mid-May, the…

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5. Devonta Smith

Eliot Wolf is just the latest person tied to New England leaving the door open for A.J. Brown. I’ve been mystified by DeVonta Smith’s static dynasty trade value given the likelihood that Brown is dealt.

Now, enter Dontayvion Wicks. He provides some cover for Philadelphia to potentially wait on WR in the draft in spite of shipping Brown out of town. Imagine a world where the WR corps in Philadelphia Smith (Y)-Wicks (X)-Hollywood (Z). Smith’s dynasty stock would absolutely surge in this scenario, and yet, this scenario is far from backed in at this point.

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The Podfather has identified one of his favorite offseason buys in dynasty.

Oronde Gadsden II has all the makings of a “worth every penny” player in dynasty formats, according to the one-and-only Podfather, who cites the strong upside of the second-year TE playing under OC Mike McDaniel:

• Big and athletic eno…

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5. Josh Downs is “freakin good”

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Rookie Breakout Ratings are now live in the 2026 Breakout Finder app, giving you a powerful new way to identify future stars before your league mates. Unlock advanced metrics, expert rankings, and all the best player profiles to gain a true edge in your dynasty drafts.

2. SportsMedAnalytics Podcast Debuts

A brand new pod…

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The 2026 PlayerProfiler Rookie Guide is your ultimate edge for dynasty rookie drafts, packed with expert rankings, advanced metrics, and over 80 detailed player profiles. Built by some of the sharpest minds in fantasy football, this guide gives you everything you need to identify breakout stars and dominate you…

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The FFPC Tight End Premium rankings are now live on PlayerProfiler.com. See how the extra scoring for tight ends reshapes positional value and which players climb the board in TE premium formats.

2. Flex 6 Free Is LIVE on FastDraft

The Flex 6 Free contest is now live on FastDraft. Jump into a fast-paced draft and…

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Underdog Fantasy rankings are now live at PlayerProfiler.com. Track live ADP, review 2025 stats, and see where your favorite PlayerProfiler analysts stand on the top best ball targets for the 2026 season.

2. Why PlayerProfiler Analysts Are Bullish on Tanner Koziol

Your favorite analyst’s favorite analyst has a certain ti…

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The 2026 rookie class has officially been added to the Dynasty Dominator app, unlocking updated rookie rankings, lifetime values, and trade calculator tools. If you need to decide fast between Trey Benson or Seth McGowan, we’ve got you covered.

2. The Podfather Returns to Mind of Mansion

After a two week br…

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Campus2Canton content is now live on PlayerProfiler. The most trusted name in college fantasy football and devy now has select analysis hosted directly on our platform, kicking off the 2026 rookie cycle with in depth quarterback grades, film process notes, and early NFL Draft outlooks. College football, devy ranking…

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