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-- Initial 2023 Dynasty/Keeper Fantasy Rankings Released! --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

2023 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl premium package subscribers take note. The first premium feature for 2023 has been released! Are you looking for fantasy keeper/dynasty player rankings? Need to make a cutdown on your roster by the Super Bowl? No problem! Keeper Korner columnist Brent Lathrop has just released his Initial 2023 Dynasty/Keeper Fantasy Rankings for your viewing pleasure. Remember, these rankings could change significantly once free agency hits, but they do represent a good current guideline for how we feel players in keeper/dynasty leagues stack up. Log into your premium account and Enjoy.

-- 2023 NFL Draft Central Debuts! --
Sun Jan 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

Our 2023 NFL Draft Central feature has debuted! This feature contains links to all our 2023 NFL Rookie Draft coverage. We begin the 2023 off-season with the first round order of the upcoming 2023 NFL Rookie Draft in late April, a list of Key NFL Dates for 2023, a link to a preview of our 2022 premium Rookie Draft Reference Guide, and a link to PASS (Player Analysis & Scouting Service). Other free and premium items will be released in the coming days and weeks, such as February Rookie Player Rankings, NFL Team (Rookie) Needs and the first cut of our 2023 Mock Rookie NFL Draft. Be sure to check out 2023 NFL Draft Central today!

-- 2023 Coaching/Player Moves Feature Debuts! --
Tue Jan 10, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

Once again in 2023, FFMastermind.com is tracking all important coaching and player moves throughout the NFL in our annual Coaching/Player Moves feature for your viewing pleasure. This feature will be updated daily as key coaches and players re-sign, sign, resign, or are fired. Enjoy!

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-- Rob Gronkowski Could Unretire --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Tampa Bay Times reports retired TE Rob Gronkowski hasn't ruled out a return to the NFL in 2023.

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Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Calvin Ridley Watch --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Jacksonville Jaguars official website reports Jaguars HC Doug Pederson says the team feels strongly that suspended WR Calvin Ridley will be reinstated this off-season.

-- Ravens Interview Todd Monken --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Todd Monken interviewed for the Baltimore Ravens’ offensive coordinator job this week.

-- Gronk: Brady Would Likely Pick Bucs Over Raiders --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports retired TE Rob Gronkowski says QB Tom Brady is more likely to return to the Buccaneers for a fourth season than to join the Raiders. Those were the only two options presented to Gronkowski. Brady likely will have other potential destinations to choose from.

-- Bucs to Interview Todd Monken --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to interview University of Georgia assistant coach Todd Monken next week for their open offensive coordinator position.

-- Patriots to Interview Ryan Wendell --
Sat Jan 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

SI.com reports the New England Patriots will interview Bills assistant coach Ryan Wendell for their vacant offensive line position.

-- Panthers Could Name Vic Fangio New DC --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports' Josina Anderson reports new Carolina Panthers HC Frank Reich would like to have DC Vic Fangio join his staff to coordinate the defense, so there is momentum gathering for that hire, per league source.

-- Falcons Name Ryan Nielsen --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Atlanta Falcons have named Ryan Nielsen Defensive Coordinator.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Super Bowl premium package subscriber Jack Fields gets to the point why he Keeps Coming Back to be a premium subscriber after trying out other services. Patrons considering a subscription should check out what Jack has to say!

-- Bucs to Interview Dan Pitcher --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to interview Bengals QBs coach Dan Pitcher for their offensive coordinator's job.

-- 49ers Friday Injury Update - Garoppolo OUT; Mitchell Questionable --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The San Francisco 49ers official website reports 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo (foot) is OUT. RB Elijah Mitchell (groin) and CB Ambry Thomas (ankle) are questionable to play this week.

-- Eagles Friday Injury Update --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Philadelphia Eagles official website reports the Eagles list no players on their injury report.

-- Chiefs Friday Injury Update - Kelce & Hardman Questionable --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports Chiefs TE Travis Kelce (back), WR Mecole Hardman (pelvis), and WR Justin Watson (illness) as questionable for Sunday's game against Cincinnati. Kelce was added to the report today, but practiced fully.

-- Patrick Mahomes Will Start Sunday --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid confirms QB Patrick Mahomes (ankle) will start Sunday against the Bengals noting "he's moving around good."

-- Texans Could Name DeMeco Ryans New HC --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers DC DeMeco Ryans emerging as top candidate for the Houston Texans' head coaching job.

-- Bucs to Interview Shea Tierney --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New York Giants QBs coach Shea Tierney will interview with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their vacant offensive coordinator's position, sources say.

-- 2023 NFL Draft Central Debuts! --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

-- Bengals Friday Injury Update --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Bengals official website reports Bengals OG Alex Cappa (ankle), and OT Jonah Williams (knee) are OUT for this week's game.

-- Rams Name Mike LaFleur --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Rams have named Mike LaFleur Offensive Coordinator.

-- Gardner Wants the Jets to Acquire Aaron Rodgers --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner called QB Aaron Rodgers “definitely elite” and went on to answer whether he wants to see the Jets make a deal that brings the four-time MVP to town. “I mean, you know, I would,” Gardner said. “I wouldn’t mind that. I just want what’s best for the offense. But, at the same time, I just got to focus on my job and focus on what we’ve got going on on the defensive side.”

-- Cowboys to Draft a QB? --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys would have to at least consider taking a quarterback in the middle rounds of the 2023 NFL Draft.

-- Colts to Interview Wink Martindale a Second Time --
Fri Jan 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts are scheduling Giants DC Wink Martindale to come to Indianapolis this weekend for a second head coaching interview, per league sources.

-- Bucs Interview Jim Bob Cooter --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have completed their interview with Jaguars passing-game coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for their offensive coordinator job.

-- Chargers Interview Luke Steckel --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Chargers have interviewed Titans TEs coach Luke Steckel for their vacant offensive coordinator's job on Thursday.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Premium Package subscriber David Stewart shares his thoughts on why he's been a premium customer since the year 2000. Patrons considering a subscription should think seriously about what David has to say!

-- 49ers Thursday Injury Update - Garoppolo, CMC, & Mitchell Sit; Samuel Limited --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The San Francisco 49ers official website reports 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo (foot), RB Christian McCaffrey (calf), RB Elijah Mitchell (groin) did not practice on Wednesday. WR Deebo Samuel (ankle), DE Charles Omenihu (oblique) and CB Ambry Thomas (ankle) were limited. OT Trent Williams (rest) fully practiced.

-- Eagles Thursday Injury Update --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Philadelphia Eagles official website reports Eagles OT Lane Johnson (groin) and CB Avonte Maddox (toe) were limited in practice on Thursday. Ten other Eagles players were rested with a limited tag.

-- Chiefs Thursday Injury Update - Hardman Limited; Mahomes & McKinnon Practice --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman (pelvis) was limited in practice on Thursday. LB Willie Gay (toe), QB Patrick Mahomes (ankle), and RB Jerick McKinnon (ankle) fully practiced.

-- Bengals Thursday Injury Update - Hurst Limited --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Bengals official website reports Bengals OG Alex Cappa (ankle), and OT Jonah Williams (knee) did not practice on Thursday. LB Joe Bachie (foot) and TE Hayden Hurst (calf) were limited. C Ted Karras (knee), CB Tre Flowers (hamstring), DT D.J. Reader (rest), and DE Sam Hubbard (rest) fully practiced.

-- Cowboys DC Dan Quinn Going Nowhere --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys DC Dan Quinn has informed interested teams that he is staying in Dallas, per sources.

-- CMC Says He's Playing Sunday --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports when asked if there's any chance in his mind he won't play Sunday against the Eagles, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (calf) said, simply: "Zero."

-- Sean Payton Has Issues with Broncos Ownership --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports there was an issue with former Saints HC Sean Payton's interview with the Denver Broncos. Payton likes the idea of coaching QB Russell Wilson and having that defense, but fears a potential power struggle with a member of the ownership group, source says.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com Pro Bowl premium package subscriber Doug Scoville gets to the point real quick concerning our Pre-Season PDF Fantasy Football Cheatsheets, saying they are the Best in the Industry. Patrons considering a premium purchase should check out what Doug has to say!

-- Panthers Name Frank Reich New Head Coach --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Carolina Panthers have named Frank Reich Head Coach.

-- 49ers Pre-Practice Injury Update --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan says RB Christian McCaffrey (calf) and RB Elijah Mitchell (groin) won’t practice again on Thursday. WR Deebo Samuel (ankle) and DE Charles Omenihu (oblique) will be limited.

-- Jets Name Two --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the New York Jets have named former Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett Offensive Coordinator, per source. The team also named Keith Carter Offensive Line Coach.

-- Bills Fire Jim Salgado --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Buffalo Bills Safeties coach Jim Salgado has been fired.

-- Patriots Officially Name Bill O'Brien --
Thu Jan 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New England Patriots have officially named Bill O'Brien Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach.

-- CEH Could be Activated This Week --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ChiefsWire reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle - IR) could be activated from injured reserve this week, HC Andy Reid said.

-- 49ers Wednesday Injury Update - Garoppolo, CMC, Mitchell, & Samuel Sit --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The San Francisco 49ers official website reports 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo (foot), RB Christian McCaffrey (calf), RB Elijah Mitchell (groin), and WR Deebo Samuel (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday. DE Charles Omenihu (oblique) and CB Ambry Thomas (ankle) were limited.

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Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Texans Interview Two for Second Time --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Houston Texans have completed additional head coaching discussions with Broncos DC Ejiro Evero and Giants OC Mike Kafka.

-- Chiefs Wednesday Injury Update - Mahomes, McKinnon, & Hardman Practice --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Kansas City Chiefs official website reports Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman (pelvis), LB Willie Gay (toe), QB Patrick Mahomes (ankle), and RB Jerick McKinnon (ankle) fully practiced on Wednesday.

-- Bengals Wednesday Injury Update --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Bengals official website reports Bengals OG Alex Cappa (ankle), DT D.J. Reader (rest), and OT Jonah Williams (knee) did not practice on Wednesday. LB Joe Bachie (foot), CB Tre Flowers (hamstring), and DE Sam Hubbard (rest) were limited. C Ted Karras (knee) fully practiced.

-- Eagles Wednesday Injury Update --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Philadelphia Eagles official website reports Eagles OT Lane Johnson (groin) and CB Avonte Maddox (toe) were limited in practice on Wednesday.

-- Three Key 49ers Sign Wednesday --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (calf), RB Elijah Mitchell (groin), and WR Deebo Samuel (ankle) won't practice today.

-- Jimmy Garoppolo Not Expected to Play This Week --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan says QB Jimmy Garoppolo (foot) had X-rays and he does not expect to have him this weekend.

-- Charles Omenihu Will Play If Healthy --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports San Francisco 49ers DL Charles Omenihu will stay with team and be available (so long as he's healthy) as the legal process plays out, according to HC Kyle Shanahan. The NFL said there is no change to his status.

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-- Patrick Mahomes Set to Practice Wednesday --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid says QB Patrick Mahomes (high ankle) will practice today. It wouldn't be a surprise if he's limited, but Reid said he expects him to do everything. "We'll see."

-- Panthers Interviewing Two --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Carolina Panthers are interviewing Steve Wilks and Frank Reich fro a second time for the head coaching job.

-- Colts to Interview Jeff Saturday for Second Time --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Indianapolis Colts interim HC Jeff Saturday is scheduled to have his second interview today for the full-time head coaching job in Indianapolis, per sources. The Colts plan to conduct a second round interviews with seven candidates, per source.

-- Dolphins Interviewing Two --
Wed Jan 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Seattle Seahawks associate head coach and defensive assistant Sean Desai and former Denver Broncos HC and long-time NFL DC Vic Fangio are both interviewing for the Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator job today, sources say.

-- Falcons Interview Ryan Nielsen --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Atlanta Falcons have interviewed Saints co-defensive coordinator/DL coach Ryan Nielsen for their defensive coordinator's job today, sources say.

-- Tony Pollard Undergoes Surgery --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports impending free-agent RB Tony Pollard (fibula) underwent surgery on his fractured left fibula and that he should be ready for training camp.

-- Aaron Rodgers Speaks --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports QB Aaron Rodgers asked how much the $60 million he's owed in 2023 will factor into his decision on returning. Rodgers says the contract would have to be tweaked if he's back: "Definitely things would have to shift. ... There would have to be some adjustments for sure."

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Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Charles Omenihu Arrested --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports San Francisco 49ers DE Charles Omenihu has been arrested after a woman reported he pushed her to the ground. Officers observed no physical injuries, but she complained of pain in her arm. Omenihu was later released after posting bail.

-- Panthers Interviewing Kellen Moore --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys OC Kellen Moore is interviewing with Carolina for their head coaching job, according to a source.

-- Texans to Interview Ejiro Evero a Second Time --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Houston Texans will be interviewing Broncos DC Ejiro Evero for a second time for their head coaching opening, per source.

-- Texans to Interview Mike Kafka a Second Time --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Houston Texans will be interviewing Giants OC Mike Kafka for a second time for their head coaching opening, per source.

-- Jets Eyeing Aaron Rodgers --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports' Peter King reports New York Jets team owner Woody Johnson would be very happy to acquire QB Aaron Rodgers via trade. The Packers will want at least two 1st-round draft picks in a trade for Rodgers.

-- Patriots Name Bill O’Brien --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Alabama OC/QBs coach Bill O’Brien has returned to New England and is being named the Patriots offensive coordinator, sources said.

-- Cardinals to Interview Dan Quinn for Second Time --
Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals are flying in Dan Quinn tonight for a second interview for their head coaching job, per sources.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

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