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Dark Horse Overall RB1 Candidates: Fantasy Football League-Winners to Draft (2026)
MY ACCOUNT | LogoutRegisterMy AccountUpgrade Receive free daily analysis Already have an account? Log In Popular Articles Patrick's dark-horse candidates to finish as the overall fantasy football RB1 in 2026. Target these three running backs with league-winning upside including D'Andre Swift and more. The term "dark horse" originated in 19th-century horse racing as a way to describe a contender of whom bettors or spectators knew very little. The 1800s.
Puka Nacua Remains Under NFL Review Ahead of Week 1 0m Link copied!
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Sep 1, 2026, 3:14 PM ET Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua remains under NFL review as Week 1 approaches, and another off-field story surfaced Tuesday. According to the New York Post, Nacua's former girlfriend Hallie Aiono discussed experiencing betrayal, abuse and neglect during a past relationship while explaining why she is seeking professional help. She did not describe a specific incident or explicitly accuse Nacua of committing abuse in the video.
Omarion Hampton Sets the Tone in Joint Practice 0m Link copied!
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Aug 19, 2026, 10:37 AM ET The Los Angeles Chargers hosted the San Francisco 49ers for a joint practice on Tuesday, and the loudest ovation of the day came on a tone-setting run from second-year running back Omarion Hampton. Reportedly welcoming contact all day, Hampton drew the attention of onlookers and teammates alike by plowing through 49ers safety Ji'Ayir Brown during a full-team drill, later earning the praise of quarterback Justin Herbert.
IDP Fantasy Football Breakouts, Sleepers, and Busts (2026)
Patrick McGrath identifies the fantasy football IDP sleepers, busts, and breakout candidates for 2026. His IDP analysis and expert tips for 2026 fantasy football focuses on Nick Emmanwori, Dallas Turner, Devin Lloyd, and more. In This Article hide There's a meme of a guy standing alone in the corner of a party thinking, "They don't know..." You know who knows? IDP managers.
Tyler Warren Has Overall TE1 Upside
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 4:37 PM ET Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren was treated like a veteran from the jump. He drew 112 targets, catching 76 passes for 817 yards and four touchdowns while playing 899 offensive snaps. Warren also scored once on the ground and set the franchise rookie record for receiving yards by a tight end. There is room for more.
Nathaniel Hackett Praises James Conner but Does Not Name RB1
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 4:23 PM ET Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett praised running back James Conner when asked whether the team currently has a starter, but he stopped short of naming an RB1. Hackett said he was excited for Conner to get on the field and show what he can do before praising the entire running back room. Conner is returning from surgery on his right foot after the injury ended his 2025 season in Week 3.
Travis Hunter Runs Routes in Knee-Rehab Footage
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 4:12 PM ET Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter was shown sprinting and running routes in rehabilitation footage released by the team as he works back from surgery to repair an isolated LCL injury in his right knee. Hunter injured the knee during an Oct. 30 practice and underwent surgery on Nov. 11, ending his rookie season after seven games.
George Holani Handling Most First-Team Reps Early in Camp
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 3:57 PM ET Seattle Seahawks running back George Holani has been first through Thomas Hammock's position drills and has handled most of the first-team backfield work through two training camp practices, according to The News Tribune. First-round rookie Jadarian Price has also rotated into the starting offense, so Holani's early placement does not make him the established starter.
Jake Tonges Active at 49ers Camp
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 3:38 PM ET San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges (foot) was active during the team's first training camp practice Sunday, with 49ers.com reporting that quarterback Brock Purdy connected with him during team periods. The report did not include a target or reception total, so the early involvement should not be treated as evidence of a major role change.
Mike Vrabel Downplays A.J. Brown's Knee Concerns
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 3:18 PM ET New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel pushed back Monday on reports about wide receiver A.J. Brown's knee, saying the team is "very confident" in where Brown stands physically, according to Doug Kyed. Vrabel said Brown has done everything asked of him through the first two training camp practices and has made a strong start while acclimating to his new team.
No Update on Baker Mayfield Contract Talks Before Camp
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 27, 2026, 3:10 PM ET There is still no public update on potential contract extension talks between Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and the team with veterans due to report Tuesday, July 28, according to Greg Auman. Auman noted that neither side has provided an update and that it remains unclear whether Mayfield's self-imposed deadline is the reporting date or Wednesday's first practice.
Justice Hill Is a PPR Specialist, Not a True Handcuff
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 26, 2026, 2:44 PM ET Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill is healthy again and remains the clear change-of-pace option behind Derrick Henry. A neck injury ended his 2025 season after 10 games, but Hill looked fully recovered during offseason practices. Before going down, he caught 21 passes for 169 yards and a touchdown while adding 93 yards and two scores on only 18 carries. That usage says plenty about where his fantasy value comes from.
Chris Brazzell II Held Out With Knee Soreness
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 26, 2026, 2:39 PM ET Carolina Panthers wide receiver Chris Brazzell II (knee) was held out of practice because of soreness, according to the Charlotte Observer. Head coach Dave Canales indicated the day off was precautionary, and there has been no report of a longer absence. Carolina selected Brazzell with the 83rd overall pick in April after he caught 62 passes for 1,017 yards and nine touchdowns during his final season at Tennessee.
Luther Burden III Has WR2 Breakout Appeal
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 26, 2026, 2:32 PM ET Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III did not need long to show what could happen once the offense gave him more room. After a quiet start to his rookie season, Burden averaged 4.3 catches and 60.1 receiving yards over his final eight games. He finished with 47 receptions for 652 yards and two touchdowns on 60 targets, including an eight-catch, 138-yard performance late in the year. The efficiency was harder to ignore.
Rachaad White Remains Useful for Win-Now Dynasty Teams
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jul 26, 2026, 2:21 PM ET Washington Commanders running back Rachaad White still has a place on win-now dynasty rosters, even if this backfield never gives him a traditional lead role. White finished 2025 with 572 yards and four touchdowns on 132 carries, then added 40 catches for 218 yards. The receiving work has always been the draw.
Fantasy Football All-Value Team: 4 League-Winning Draft Picks (2026)
July 22, 2026 Patrick's must-have value players to draft for 2026 fantasy football leagues. His league-winning draft picks and player outlooks, including Cam Skattebo, Alec Pierce, and more. Some carrots are just bent. Not bad, just bent. And yet, for generations, these bent carrots sat on produce shelves unwanted and unloved.
4 Fantasy Football Wide Receivers To Buy In Dynasty Leagues (2026)
Which fantasy football WRs should you trade for in 2026? Patrick examines WRs to target in dynasty leagues. WRs to buy include Jordyn Tyson, A.J. Brown, and Christian Watson. Summer is here, and while our favorite players are off eating phones, ingesting powders in colors too bold for even children’s cereal and experimenting with all other manner of headline-grabbing activities in the six-week lull before training camp, we laypeople need to find our dopamine spikes in more traditional ways.
Is CeeDee Lamb Currently Undervalued in Dynasty Formats? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:59 PM ET Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb saw a decline in his production in 2025, missing three games with an ankle injury and finishing the year with 75 catches for 1,077 yards and three touchdowns on 117 targets. After averaging 10.1 targets per game in 2024, Lamb saw 8.4 targets per game in his first season playing alongside Cowboys wideout George Pickens in 2025.
Is Keon Coleman Still Worthy of a Dynasty Roster Spot? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:49 PM ET The 33rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman has largely been a disappointment through the first two years of his professional career. The 23-year-old recorded 38 receptions for 404 yards and four touchdowns on 59 targets across 13 games in 2025 and was healthy-scratched for several games down the stretch of the year due to off-field issues.
Is Tua Tagovailoa Worth Buying Low on in Dynasty Formats? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:38 PM ET After spending the first six years of his NFL career with the Miami Dolphins, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is entering his first season with the Atlanta Falcons in 2026. Tagovailoa battled through a brutal season with the Dolphins in 2025, throwing for 2,660 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions across 14 games.
Malik Washington Carries Dynasty Buy-Low Appeal Entering 2026 - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:30 PM ET Across 17 games (six starts) in 2025, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington recorded 46 receptions for 317 yards and three touchdowns on 65 targets. The 25-year-old also rushed for 110 yards and a score on 17 carries, highlighting his ability to create plays when he gets his hand on the ball.
Is Michael Trigg Worthy of a Dynasty Roster Spot? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:22 PM ET Despite posting impressive testing metrics at the Scouting Combine, Dallas Cowboys tight end Michael Trigg did not hear his name called at the 2026 NFL Draft. The 23-year-old was productive in his final collegiate season at Baylor, recording 50 catches for 694 yards and six touchdowns across 11 games. However, he faces an uphill battle for a roster spot in Dallas.
Travis Hunter Still "Viewed as a Cornerstone Piece Offensively" in Jacksonville - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 12:11 PM ET Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter is "still viewed as a cornerstone piece offensively and a dangerous downfield threat," according to Gilberto Manzano of Sports Illustrated. Hunter's rookie year in 2025 was cut short after he suffered a season-ending LCL injury in Week 7.
Seth McGowan a Dynasty Stash with a Path to an Important Insurance Role - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 11:02 AM ET Indianapolis Colts running back Seth McGowan was a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after an up-and-down collegiate career that saw him make stops at four different schools, but if he can beat out 2025 fifth-round pick DJ Giddens for the team's primary backup role behind Jonathan Taylor, he could soon be viewed as one of fantasy's most valuable insurance backs.
Kyren Williams Now A Dynasty Bargain Outside the Top 12 of the Position? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 10:53 AM ET Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams has finished as the RB9 or better in each of the past three seasons, even cracking the top six in a 2023 season in which a high ankle sprain limited him to only 12 games.
Ja’Marr Chase a True Dynasty Cornerstone - NFL News | Fantasy Football
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 10:42 AM ET Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase has finished as the WR5 or better in three of his first five seasons, only falling short when he missed four games in 2022 and when the team was without three-time Pro Bowl quarterback Joe Burrow for half of the 2023 season.
a Mispriced Dynasty Trade Target
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 10:32 AM ET Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams was the fantasy RB11 in 2025, with his 54 missed tackles forced ranking seventh in the league and reminding dynasty managers of the elite tackle-breaking ability he demonstrated throughout his collegiate career and as a second-round rookie in 2021.
A Short-Term, High-Ceiling Dynasty Trade Target
Terry McLaurin A Short-Term, High-Ceiling Dynasty Trade Target Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 10:23 AM ET Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin has played 26 games with quarterback Jayden Daniels over the past two seasons, and in those contests, he's averaged more than 12.2 half-PPR points per game.
a High-Ceiling Dynasty Trade Target
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 10:00 AM ET Over the past three seasons, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has played in only 39 of a potential 51 games, and of those 39 contests, only 25 have come with quarterback Joe Burrow under center. In those games, Higgins has averaged 13.3 half-PPR points per game, a number that would have been good enough for a WR9 finish in 2025.
Can Kaleb Johnson Regain Dynasty Value?
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 9:49 AM ET Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson was a third-round pick in a 2025 NFL Draft billed for its running back talent, and while several players from his class were able to deliver promising rookie campaigns, Johnson's was one to forget. The most memorable moment of his first season was arguably a kickoff return blunder early in the year that gifted the Seahawks a touchdown and landed Johnson in Mike Tomlin's doghouse.
Continues to See His Dynasty Value Fade
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 9:37 AM ET Having never been a true red zone threat and relying ever more on volume to remain fantasy viable, Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram has seen his dynasty value drop precipitously since turning 30.
How High is TreVeyon Henderson’s Dynasty Ceiling? - NFL News | Fantasy Football
How High is TreVeyon Henderson's Dynasty Ceiling? Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 9:26 AM ET As a rookie in 2025, New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson was the only back on the roster to play in all 17 games, but he saw the field on fewer than 46% of the team's offensive snaps.
Mike Evans Brings a “New Dimension” to 49ers Offense - NFL News | Fantasy Football
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 9, 2026, 9:14 AM ET Playing for his first new team since the Buccaneers selected him in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans has been impressing his new teammates, with All-Pro tight end George Kittle recently telling reporters he brings a "new dimension" to the offense, particularly in the red zone.
Takes Part in OTAs on Monday
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 9:11 PM ET Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley (leg) was participating at OTAs on Monday, according to Jim Wyatt of the team's official website. Ridley was seen running routes and catching passes after he suffered a season-ending broken fibula in Week 11 of last year.
Twists his Ankle on Monday
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:59 PM ET New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh said that linebacker Abdul Carter (ankle) twisted his ankle on Monday during the first day of mandatory minicamp, but the head coach also said that the injury "doesn't look serious," according to ESPN's Jordan Raanan. The Giants aren't going to take any chances with the 22-year-old during minicamp.
Taking Part in Minicamp This Week
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:48 PM ET New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (ankle) was seen doing drills on Monday for the first day of mandatory minicamp, eight months after fracturing his ankle, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN.
has Work to Do Before Becoming a Complete Back
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:40 PM ET When asked if there is anything that new running back Kenneth Walker III can improve at, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy pointed to pass-blocking and receiving, according to Nick Roesch of Heavy.com.
has "Looked Sharp" During Voluntary Workouts
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:33 PM ET Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee), who tore his ACL and LCL in Week 15 of last year, is still hoping to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season for a Monday night matchup against the division-rival Denver Broncos, and despite a bulky brace on his left leg, he has reportedly "looked sharp" during seven-on-seven drills during voluntary offseason workouts, per Mike Jones of The Athletic.
Says it "Doesn't Hurt to Run"
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:25 PM ET Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. said one of the focuses of his offseason was making sure he rehabbed and got his body back in the right place for the 2026 season after dealing with multiple injuries last year, according to Action Sports Jax. "It doesn't hurt to run," Thomas said.
has Foot Procedure, Expected to be Full-Go for Camp
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 8:14 PM ET Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (foot) had a procedure on his left foot following an injury earlier in the offseason program, but he's expected to be ready for the start of training camp in late July, a team source told Ryan O'Halloran of the Jacksonville Florida Times-Union.
Getting Closer to 11-on-11 Work
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 5:42 PM ET Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is getting closer to participating in 11-on-11 drills during offseason workouts, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. Penix is still not ready to be a full-go in offseason practices after having surgery in the middle of November last year to fix a partially torn ACL in his left knee.
Is Bijan Robinson's Dynasty Value Limited by Questionable Offensive Environment in Atlanta? - NFL News
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 12:59 PM ET Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson earned first-team All-Pro honors for his work in 2025, as he finished the year with a league-leading 2,298 scrimmage yards and 11 touchdowns on 366 touches across 17 games. Robinson had his most efficient year as a rusher (5.1 yards per carry) while also setting career-highs in targets (103), receptions (79), and receiving yards (820).
Carries Buy-Low Appeal for Dynasty Managers Entering 2026
Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 12:47 PM ET A fourth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Houston Texans running back Woody Marks finished his rookie year with 911 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 220 touches across 16 games (eight starts). After starting the season in a secondary role behind veteran back Nick Chubb, Marks gradually assumed the RB1 job over the course of the year.
Poised for Dynasty Breakout in Washington?
Antonio Williams Poised for Dynasty Breakout in Washington? Share: Link copied to clipboard! Jun 8, 2026, 12:35 PM ET After recording over 1,500 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns across his final two collegiate seasons at Clemson, wide receiver Antonio Williams was selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders.
3 Fantasy Football Rookies to Draft in Dynasty Leagues: Underrated Players to Target (2026)
Patrick makes the case for fantasy football dynasty sleepers -- three undervalued rookies to draft and stash. Player analysis for Eli Raridon, De'Zhaun Stribling, and Bryce Lance. Dynasty managers have many interests, chief among them hoarding future picks, spamming the group chat for advice in any one of their 14 other leagues, or posing with the championship trophy in ways they probably wouldn’t if they knew what I’d done with it the year before.
What is OCD? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often reduced to stereotypes about cleaning or organization, but for the millions living with it, it can feel like an endless cycle of unwanted thoughts and overwhelming uncertainty. What is OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where people experience unwanted thoughts, images, urges, or sensations that feel disturbing or out of character (called obsessions).
5 Fantasy Football Offseason Losers to Buy Low in Dynasty Leagues
Dynasty fantasy football offseason losers to buy low in 2026. Patrick analyzes the dynasty trade value of buy-low players like Michael Penix Jr., Garrett Wilson, more. Every year around this time, as NFL rosters round into form, pundits are quick to reach for the rubber stamp and declare their offseason losers.
2026 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft: 12-Team, Superflex/Two-QB
2026 NFL Rookie Mock Draft with full 1st round projections for 12-team Superflex and 2QB leagues. Patrick's expert fantasy football analysis of rookies such as Jeremiyah Love, Kenyon Sadiq, and Fernando Mendoza. In This Article hide At first it was harmless, right? Maybe it started with a YouTube highlight or two. Just getting familiar. Due diligence, you told yourself. What else were you to do with the bye week before the Super Bowl?
Fantasy Football Breakout Running Backs: Top RBs to Target in 2026 Drafts
Patrick identifies fantasy football breakout running back picks for 2026. Target these top RB picks in drafts: TreVeyon Henderson, Blake Corum, Bucky Irving, and more. As a general rule, NFL running backs tend to have the shelf life of milk on an Arizona porch. Over the past five seasons, only half of the fantasy backs who finished in the top 12 repeated the feat the following year, and only five players have held onto RB1 status over the past three seasons.
Corona Virus Relief bill - No evictions for a year!
No point in worrying about something that hasn't made it through the senate. If it gets passed we just have to hope that we have good tenants because we screened them as best we could when they moved in. I just converted another property to Section 8 so that I have as much guaranteed rent coming in as possible.
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