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-- Week #9: The Market Debuts! --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Tuesday - 11/3/2025: Premium Weekly Fantasy Newsletter subscribers take note. Your wait is OVER! The most important portion of the newsletter has been released for your viewing pleasure. The Market is back! FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek ranked the following potential free agents in tonight' Market release: 13 QBs, 22 RBs, 23 WRs, 14 TEs, 10 PKs, and 5 Team Defenses. In-depth player analysis was included with each player ranked. In addition, Nazarek provided 25 trading and free-agent tips for fantasy owners. Log into your premium account to check it out now!

-- Week #9: Acquiring & Trading Targets --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Who should you consider trading in your league and who should you should consider acquiring? FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek discusses the fantasy trading value of a whopping 23 specific players in this week's Acquiring & Trading Targets feature of the Weekly Premium In-Season Fantasy Newsletter! Log in to your premium account and check it out NOW!

-- Mid-Season Sale: Weekly Premium Newsletters Only $12.95! --
Tue Oct 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The majority of the FFMastermind.com Weekly In-Season Fantasy Newsletter is written by FOUR-peat champion of the SI.com Fantasy Experts League, Michael Nazarek. Not only does this newsletter help premium subscribers wins thousands of dollars, but it also contains DAILY RELEASES OF CRITICAL FANTASY INFORMATION! See for yourself what's included by clicking HERE and make sure to check out a few samples from 2025 and 2026. There's a reason why Nazarek has been so successful competing against the experts over the past 30 seasons. Hard work, solid advice, and great fantasy strategy is the backbone of FFMastermind.com. Check it out! Best of all, the cost of these newsletters is only $12.95 during our MID-SEASON SALE for the rest of 2025!

-- 2026 In-Season Eye in the Sky Reports Debut! --
Sun Sep 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Bookmark and check the following feature every day this season! Our In-Season Eye in the Sky Scouting Reports feature debuts! We will be posting scouting reports for fantasy football players throughout the entire 2026 NFL season!

-- ALL INJURY NEWS GOES PREMIUM! --
Sun Sep 6, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Looking for the very latest Injury Quick Bits this season? FFMastermind.com is proud to bring Premium Injury Quick Bits for your viewing pleasure! While our usual Quick Bits feature will continue to exist as a totally FREE feature throughout the season, starting on September 6th, we have shifted all of our INJURY Quick Bits to a special premium feature. When combined with our special 4th & One Injury Reports, subscribers to our Weekly In-Season Newsletter will get a huge advantage over the competition in their league. Patrons to our site shouldn't be left out in the cold! Order the Weekly In-Season Fantasy Newsletter for only $35.95 now to ensure access to this special feature EACH DAY OF THE SEASON!

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-- 2026 NFL Regular Season Schedule Released! --
Fri May 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the 2026 NFL regular season schedule has been released! Click HERE to check out the week-by-week schedule for 2026!

Last Updated: Tue Nov 3, 2026, 5:24 PM

-- Ravens IR Tyler Loop --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Baltimore Ravens have placed PK Tyler Loop (groin) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Giants Extend Greg Newsome --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the New York Giants have signed CB Greg Newsome to a three-year, $46 million contract extension.

-- Bills Release C.J. Gardner-Johnson --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Buffalo Bills have released DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

-- Saints Release Daniel Carlson; Claim Audric Estime --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New Orleans Saints have released veteran PK Daniel Carlson. They also claimed RB Audric Estime off waivers from Cleveland.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --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!

-- Colts Extend Adetomiwa Adebawore --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts and DL Adetomiwa Adebawore have agreed to terms on a two-year, $35 million contract extension that includes a $13 million signing bonus and $22.5 million in new money through 2027.

-- Cardinals IR Kendrick Bourne --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Arizona Cardinals have placed WR Kendrick Bourne (tibia) on injured reserve. He is lost for the season.

-- Commanders IR Three --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have placed RB Jeremy McNichols (foot), DL Daron Payne (foot), and DL Javon Kinlaw (knee) on Injured Reserve.

-- Joe Fagnano Will Start Thursday Night --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Baltimore Ravens HC Jesse Minter has confirmed that QB Joe Fagnano will start on Thursday night against the Jaguars.

-- George Pickens Going Nowhere --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys aren’t trading WR George Pickens.

-- Cardinals IR Jeremiyah Love --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals have placed RB Jeremiyah Love (ankle) on injured reserve because of a high-ankle sprain. He is OUT 4-5 weeks.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --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!

-- Bengals IR Cashius Howell --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cincinnati Bengals have placed DE Cashius Howell (wrist) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Jery Jones: George Pickens Needs More Targets --
Tue Nov 3, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones says WR George Pickens needs the ball coming in his direction more.

-- Kendrick Bourne Lost for the Season --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports a source says Arizona Cardinals WR Kendrick Bourne (tibia) has a fractured tibia that does not require surgery, but will sideline him three months and end his season.

-- James Pearce Returns to Falcons & Can Play This Week --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Atlanta Falcons DE James Pearce returned from his eight-game suspension and is eligible to play this week against the Bengals.

-- Cardinals Name Gardner Minshew Starter --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals have named QB Gardner Minshew as their starter, one day after his heroics led to a dramatic win over the Cowboys. Rookie QB Carson Beck will be the backup, while QB Jacoby Brissett is the QB3.

-- Seahawks Activate Jadarian Price; He & Zach Charbonnet Will Play Tonight --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Seattle Seahawks activated rookie RB Jadarian Price ahead of tonight’s game against the Bears. The Seahawks now get back Price and RB Zach Charbonnet, who will make his 2026 season debut tonight.

-- Weekly Fantasy Newsletters with Daily Releases - Flex Rankings Return! --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The majority of the FFMastermind.com Weekly In-Season Fantasy Newsletter is written by 4-peat winner of the SI.com Fantasy Experts League, Michael Nazarek. Not only does this newsletter help premium subscribers wins thousands of dollars, but it also contains DAILY RELEASES OF CRITICAL FANTASY INFORMATION! See for yourself what's included by clicking HERE and make sure to check out week #7's MARKET feature from the 2026 season HERE. BEST OF ALL, WEEKLY FLEX PLAYER RANKINGS HAVE RETURNED IN 2026! There's a reason why Nazarek has been so successful competing against the experts over the past 31 seasons. Hard work, solid advice, and great fantasy strategy is the backbone of FFMastermind.com. Check it out!

-- Daniel Jones Will Start This Week --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says he's sticking with QB Daniel Jones for now. There are "some things that we need to help him with... But I do feel that Daniel gives us the best chance to win right now."

-- Josh Jacobs Going Nowhere --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Green Bay Packers HC Matt LaFleur said the plan is for RB Josh Jacobs to remain on the roster. “We’re going to let everything play out and go from there.” LaFleur said they will continue to allow the NFL to go through its investigative process.

-- 49ers Sign KhaDarel Hodge to Practice Squad --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the San Francisco 49ers have signed free-agent WR KhaDarel Hodge to the practice squad.

-- Chargers Sign Jalyn Armour-Davis --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Los Angeles Chargers have signed veteran free-agent CB Jalyn Armour-Davis.

-- Source: Jauan Jennings Rejected Trade Back to the 49ers --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports WR Jauan Jennings expressed his desire to stay in Minnesota after the San Francisco 49ers tried to reacquire the wide receiver in trade talks with the Vikings, a source confirmed. The Vikings gave Jennings a "voice" in the process and he communicated that he believes in the team's direction and the Vikings believe that Jennings can be a key player for the team's offense moving forward, the source said.

-- Saints Fire T. J. Paganetti --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New Orleans Saints have fired run game coordinator T. J. Paganetti, sources said. Run-game issues have plagued the team this year.

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Nazeeh Johnson Cleared to Play --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free agent CB Nazeeh Johnson, who just finished serving a 6-game suspension for violating NFL policy on PEDs while also rehabbing an ankle injury, has been cleared for football activities, per source. Johnson had ankle surgery in August.

-- Saquon Barkley Says He Was Told He's Not Going Anywhere --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports RB Saquon Barkley said he was told by the Philadelphia Eagles that he would not be traded.

-- Jets Currently Have Three First-Round Draft Picks in 2027 --
Mon Nov 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the New York Jets currently would hold the 5th, 6th and 10th overall selections in the April 2027 NFL draft. No team in the common draft era ever has had three top 10 picks in the same draft.

-- Colts Could Make Major Changes --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports for the first time this season, Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen left open the possibility of a quarterback change, and other lineup changes too, for that matter.

-- Broncos Tying to Acquire Jonathan Taylor --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

DNVR Broncos reports the Broncos are going to try to trade for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor tonight.

-- Chiefs Eyeing WRs? --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports it wouldn't be a surprise if the Kansas City Chiefs trade for a wide receiver.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Are you one of those Millennials who don't believe in paying for any fantasy football information services online regardless of cost even though you are struggling to win? Well, you might want to check out what FFMastermind.com premium Super Bowl package subscriber and Millennial Tim P. has to say. It might just open your eyes to the value of our services!

-- Sources: Jonathan Taylor More Likely to be Traded Than Not --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports as the Indianapolis Colts continue to field trade offers for RB Jonathan Taylor, sources say the Vikings, Giants, Broncos, Bengals and Packers are among the teams that have checked in. The asking price is believed to be too high right now, but sources do believe a trade is leaning to be more likely than not at this point.

-- What the Colts Want for CMC --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts would seek a similar compensation package to the RB Christian McCaffrey trade for RB Jonathan Taylor. The Panthers netted second-, third-, fourth-, and fifth-round picks for McCaffrey when they sent him to San Francisco in 2022.

-- Saquon Barkley Going Nowhere --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley will not be traded before next week’s trade deadline.

-- Raiders Want to Stick with Kirk Cousins for as Long as Possible --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders plan to start QB Kirk Cousins as long as possible. The team does not feel their current four-game losing streak is the fault of Cousins. He threw for nine touchdowns in the first three games, all of which the Raiders won.

-- Maxx Crosby Going Nowhere --
Sun Nov 1, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders currently have no plans to trade DE Maxx Crosby.

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