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We've hit the part of the offseason where the chaos is beginning to settle. Well, sort of.
But with the NFL Draft less than a month away, everything might get shaken up again right before we know it. Anything can happen when everything can change.
Here's what I'm keeping my eyes on moving forward:
Will DEN Beef Up Its RB Room?
Earlier this offseason, we heard rumors that Sean Payton planned to make a "big splash" at RB. But the only splash we've seen is a two-year, $16-million deal for J.K. Dobbins. And I'd barely call that a sprinkle.
After failing in their pursuit of Travis Etienne ("ay-chan", keep up), the Broncos now look to run it back in 2026 with Dobbins and RJ Harvey, which wouldn't be terrible. Harvey showed signs of life after Denver's bye in 2025 with RB4, RB5 and two RB11 fantasy finishes.
Another option: Sean Payton could try to add RB depth in the draft. There's only one problem … The Broncos don’t have sh*t to work with. They don't have a first-round pick. They have a very late second-round pick. They don't have a third-round pick. Maybe the “big splash” will come in 2027?
Is NE Still Looking For a WR?
The world's most accurate mock drafter since 2020 just so happens to work here at Fantasy Life. So when Matthew Freedman mocks New England taking an EDGE at 31 overall in April, I listen.
But with the Patriots releasing Stefon Diggs only to sign Romeo Doubs this offseason, it feels … unfinished. To say the least.
There have been lingering rumors that the Patriots intend to go out and get themselves a true alpha WR1, however. First, it was whispers of A.J. Brown. Then, there were rumors of interest in Alec Pierce. Then, it was A.J. Brown again. And now, it sounds like New England will either wait until after June 1 to trade for Brown for monetary reasons, or they might wait until draft day to make a big move.
But with guys like DJ Moore (second) and Jaylen Waddle (first, third) setting the market this offseason, New England better be ready to pay up.
Will Miami throw Malik Willis a Lifeline?
The Dolphins haven’t drafted a WR in the first round since Jaylen Waddle in 2021. And they just traded him away to Denver for a haul.
I don't think it needs to be said, but Malik Willis needs help. Professional help. And this year's first-round WR prospects just might be able to keep Willis afloat. Unfortunately for Miami, Carnell Tate and Makai Lemon are projected to be off the board long before MIA's 11th-overall pick. But fear not. Miami could take its shot on boom-or-bust Jordyn Tyson. Or they can even take another crack at WR with the 1.30.
Unfortunately, the world's most accurate mock drafter, Matthew Freedman, projects the Dolphins to take CB and EDGE with their first two picks instead … There's always next year, Malik?
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32 Stats for 2026: A Dalton Kincaid Breakout and Ashton Jeanty Bounceback Season?
Stats and fantasy football go together like lamb and tuna fish.
Any Big Daddy fans out there? Is this thing on?
There’s nothing we love more than diving deep into data and applying it to fantasy football. There are so many stats that can help review or forecast a player’s fantasy prospects. And with so many players, you can get lost in the data. But for now, let’s focus on one key stat from every NFL team as we approach the 2026 season.
Even the goddamn Jets.
Buffalo Bills
Stat: Dalton Kincaid was targeted on 24% of his routes this past season
The good? That tied Harold Fannin Jr. for the highest rate among all tight ends with at least 100 routes. The bad? Kincaid only ran a route on 51% of Buffalo’s dropbacks, which ranked 33rd among qualified tight ends. On a per-route basis, Kincaid’s analytics scream elite fantasy tight end.
1st in TPRR (24%)
1st in YPRR (2.8)
1st in 1st downs per route run (0.14)
1st in yards per target (11.7)
Injuries and a deep tight end room in Buffalo have kept Kincaid from full-time usage, thus limiting his fantasy potential. The Bills gave Dawson Knox a three-year extension, while Jackson Hawes' run-blocking chops got him on the field for 42% of the snaps as a rookie. If Buffalo can somehow bump up Kincaid’s routes, there’s top-seven upside.
But that might be an uphill battle.
Las Vegas Raiders
Stat: Ashton Jeanty averaged 3.3 YPC on inside runs
Seemingly every Jeanty carry felt like a battle behind the Raiders’ putrid offensive line. Not only did he average just 3.3 YPC on inside runs, but his 27.6% success rate on such runs was comfortably the lowest among qualified rushers. Getting LT Kolton Miller back is huge, but the addition of Tyler Linderbaum will make a massive difference for Jeanty in Year 2.
Should You Buy, Sell or Hold A.J. Brown?
What in the world do we do with A.J. Brown in dynasty? If you'll allow Sam Wallace a few moments of your time today, he’ll outline the case for buying him, selling him and holding him. Stick around long enough, and he just might tell you how he’s approaching this fascinating situation …
The Case To Buy A.J. Brown In Dynasty
“If you're telling me that I have a chance to trade for one of the game's most dominant, physical wideouts in his prime who will either maintain his role as the No. 1 option for his team or earn big money to be the top option somewhere else, I'm making that trade every time.
Brown has averaged 82 receiving yards per game in four seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. He also hasn't scored fewer than seven TDs in any of those seasons. In fact, just last year (age 28 season), he finished as the WR6 in target share (30%) and was 15th among wideouts with at least 250 routes in yards per route run (2.09).
He managed that on an offense that averaged just 22.3 points per game (19th in the league), which was the lowest in Brown's four years with the team. I would certainly project the Eagles offense to get back on track and continue putting up points as they have in recent seasons.
Also, if you're deep into a certain type of analytics, the Eagles have alternated between 14 wins and 11 wins over the last four seasons. Guess how many wins they should have this year if the pattern continues for a fifth year? That's right, 14 wins. That means lots of fantasy points are about to be scored next fall.
If you're looking to add an absolute man of a wide receiver who can elevate your dynasty squad and give you the winning piece you need to make a title run, Brown is the type of player who can be a true difference-maker in your locker room.
We've seen wideouts remain productive deep into their 20s and even well into their 30s. If a team is willing to not only trade for him but give him a significant contract (which would likely be his last sizable one of his career), he's going to be a near-lock for 30%+ target share for another QB.”
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Around the Watercooler
The latest fantasy and NFL gossip, news, memes and more from our merry band of football nerds …
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