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-- Free Agency 2026: The AFC --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

FFMastermind.com 2026 premium package subscribers take note. Senior fantasy writer Michael Nazarek releases a special look at Free Agency in 2026: The AFC. Nazarek offers an experienced take on all 16 AFC teams with their key free agents. Which free agents will likely be re-signed and which are likely to move on? Log into your premium account to check out Nazarek's thoughts! Previous subscribers of FFMastermind.com can purchase a 2026 Pro Bowl or Super Bowl premium package to receive instant access to this comprehensive fantasy article by logging into their premium account and clicking the RENEW link. For new patrons, you can just ORDER NOW to get the inside scoop in 2026!

-- Initial 2026 Off-Season Eye in the Sky Reports! --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

We've just released our initial 2026 Off-Season "Eye in the Sky" Reports covering 7 teams. Look for more reports to be released throughout the next seven months leading up to NFL Kick-Off in September. Enjoy.

-- Preliminary Top 12 Fantasy Player Rankings for 2026 (PPR & Non-PPR) --
Mon Feb 2, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

2026 Premium package subscribers take note. Looking for a head start on the 2026 fantasy season? FFMastermind.com's Michael Nazarek offers his Preliminary Top 12 Fantasy Player Rankings for 2026 (both PPR & Non-PPR leagues) for your viewing pleasure. Nazarek gives you analysis for each player ranked. Log into your premium account and Enjoy.

-- Initial 2026 Dynasty/Keeper Fantasy Rankings Released! --
Mon Jan 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

2026 Pro Bowl and Super Bowl premium package subscribers take note. The first premium feature for 2026 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 2026 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.

-- 2026 NFL Draft Central Debuts! --
Fri Jan 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Our 2026 NFL Draft Central feature has debuted! This feature contains links to all our 2026 NFL Rookie Draft coverage. We begin the 2026 off-season with the first round order of the upcoming 2026 NFL Rookie Draft in late April, a list of Key NFL Dates for 2026, and a link to a preview of our 2025 premium Rookie Draft Reference Guide. Other free and premium items will be released in the coming days and weeks, such as February Rookie Player Rankings. Be sure to check out 2026 NFL Draft Central today!

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-- Bengals Re-Sign Kendric Pryor --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cincinnati Bengals official website reports the Beagals have re-signed free-agent WR Kendric Pryor to a one-year contract.

-- Raiders Name Zack Azzanni --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Zack Azzanni WRs Coach.

-- Civil Lawsuit Filed Against Rashee Rice --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

TMZ Sports reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was accused of violent and abusive behaviors in a lawsuit filed by the mother of two of his children. Dacoda Jones this week reportedly filed a lawsuit accusing Rice of choking, strangling, scratching, hitting, and headbutting Jones over a 19-month period. The lawsuit also says Rice broke furniture and punched holes in walls during arguments with Jones. Much of the violent behavior occurred while Jones was pregnant, according to the lawsuit.

-- Cardinals Name Pete Kwiatkowski --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals have named Pete Kwiatkowski Defensive Line Coach.

-- Seahawks Name Thomas Hammock --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Thomas Hammock RBs Coach/Senior Offensive Assistant.

-- FFMastermind.com Subscribers Win Thousands! --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

Many patrons ask Why should they subscribe to FFMastermind.com Premium Services when they are other cheaper services? Did you know that the winners of the 2013 AFFL ($25,000 Grand Prize), 2012 FFWC ($200,000 Grand Prize), 2010 FFPC ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2008 NBC Sports NFFC Primetime Event ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2005 NFFC ($100,000 Grand Prize), 2005 & 2006 PayDaySports ($65,000 Grand Prize), and 2005 Fantasy VIPs ($25,000 Grand Prize) High Stakes Fantasy Football Contests are all FFMastermind.com Premium Service Subscribers? Yup, it's true. Winners know THE BEST when they see it. And FFMastermind.com is happy to help them win THOUSANDS! Heck, Michael Nazarek himself recently cashed out $4,100 in the 2024 FFPC Main Event, $250 Dynasty, and $350 Fantasy Pros High Stakes Contest Leagues, $1,500 in a 2023 $350 Fantasy Pros High Stakes Contest League, $1,300 in a 2022 $250 FFPC Dynasty League, $4,000 in the 2021 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $7,000 in the 2019 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $4,000 in the 2016 High Stakes FFPC Main Event, $10,000 in the 2015 High Stakes FFPC Main Event and $7,500 in the 2014 High Stakes FFPC Main Event when his team finished 15th out of a whopping 1,344 teams! Isn't it about time you took winning more seriously? Take it from thousands of Satisfied Customers. We are serious about helping you win it all! Order Now!

-- 49ers to Host a Game in Mexico City --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the San Francisco 49ers will host a regular season game this season in Mexico City at Estadio Banorte, with their opponent to be announced.

-- Rich Bisaccia Leaves Packers --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Green Bay Packers assistant head coach and special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia is stepping down.

-- Patrick Mahomes Restructures --
Wed Feb 18, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Kansas City Chiefs have restructured QB Patrick Mahomes’ contract this week, lowering his salary cap number from $78.2 to $34.65 million for the upcoming season and creating $43.56 million in salary cap space.

-- Patriots Name Zak Kuhr --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports New England Patriots LBs coach Zak Kuhr, who was the interim defensive coordinator last season, is having the interim title pulled and now becoming the full-time defensive coordinator.

-- Robert Woods Retires as a Ram --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran WR Robert Woods announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons via Instagram. The Los Angeles Rams signed him to a one-day contract to allow him to retire as a Ram, where he played five seasons, achieved back-to-back 1,100-yard receiving seasons, and won Super Bowl LVI.

-- Tyler Allgeier Watch --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports it’s hard to imagine the Atlanta Falcons will be able to bring back impending free-agent RB Tyler Allgeier.

-- Joel Bitonio Watch --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cleveland Browns and OG Joel Bitonio agreed to push the void date back on his contract until the end of the league year in March, according to a source. It gives Bitonio about three more weeks to decide on his future. The previous deadline was yesterday.

-- Mike Evans Not Retiring --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports impending free-agent WR Mike Evans will play in 2026 and will explore his free agency options.

-- A Great Product Consistently --
Tue Feb 17, 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!

-- Ravens Make No Progress to Extend Isaiah Likely --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Baltimore Ravens have made no progress in their efforts to extend TE Isaiah Likely.

-- Adios Romeo Doubs? --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports impending free-agent WR Romeo Doubs is as good as gone from the Packers in free agency.

-- Panthers Re-Sign J.J. Jansen --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Carolina Panthers have re-signed LS J.J. Jansen for his 18th NFL season.

-- Jets to Tag Breece Hall? --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the New York Jets will probably use the franchise tag on RB Breece Hall. It feels likely that the Jets tag Hall with the non-exclusive franchise tag or the transition tag and then figure something out from there.

-- Seahawks Unlikely to Franchise Tag Kenneth Walker --
Tue Feb 17, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it’s unlikely the Seattle Seahawks will use their franchise tag on RB Kenneth Walker, per league sources. The Seahawks have multiple free agents they want to retain and sign. They also will try to extend WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

-- Raiders Name Travis Smith --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Travis Smith Defensive Line Coach.

-- Bucky Irving Undergoes Shoulder Surgery --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

JoeBucsFan.com reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving has undergone a procedure on his shoulder since the season ended. The recovery process is not expected to significantly impact his participation in the offseason program.

-- Ronnie Hickman Suffers Minor Injuries During an Assault --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The New York Post reports Cleveland Browns S Ronnie Hickman suffered minor injuries in an assault on Monday. Hickman was jumped by a group of four men in the lobby of a Manhattan hotel early Monday. He was taken to the hospital and has since been released, with no arrests made in the incident yet.

-- Fantasy Football Rankings - Best in the Industry! --
Mon Feb 16, 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!

-- Tyreek Hill Not Retiring --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran WR Tyreek Hill’s (knee) agent, Drew Rosenhaus, says Hill wants to continue playing once he is fully recovered from his knee injury.

-- Jaguars Re-Sign Two --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have re-signed RB DeeJay Dallas and DL Matt Dickerson.

-- Tua Tagovailoa Watch --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Miami Dolphins preference has been to find a trade partner for QB Tua Tagovailoa. A cut is possible in the end, but that has been their preference. The understanding is the new regime doesn’t want it to drag too long.

-- Adios James Conner? --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports veteran RB James Conner could be a potential cap casualty for the Arizona Cardinals this offseason.

-- Dolphins Release Two More --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have released veteran OG James Daniels and WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.

-- Browns Name Mike Rutenberg --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have named Mike Rutenberg Defensive Coordinator.

-- Dolphins Release Tyreek Hill --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Miami Dolphins veteran WR Tyreek Hill is being released. Hill turns 32 on March 1st, is recovering from a dislocated knee and torn ACL, and now will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his NFL career. His release will save the Dolphins $22.8 million against the salary cap.

-- Dolphins Release Bradley Chubb --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have released veteran DE Bradley Chubb, per source. After his restructure last year, Chubb had a cap number of more than $31M for 2026. A release was always the plan.

-- Why Subscribe to FFMastermind.com? --
Mon Feb 16, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Raiders Name Joe DeCamillis --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Joe DeCamillis Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Raiders Name Matt Robinson --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Matt Robinson Secondary Coach.

-- Raiders Name Andrew Janocko --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Andrew Janocko Offensive Coordinator.

-- Seahawks Name Brian Fleury --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Brian Fleury Offensive Coordinator.

-- Raiders Name Rob Leonard --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have named Rob Leonard Defensive Coordinator.

-- Raiders Interview Andrew Janocko --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Seattle Seahawks QBs coach Andrew Janocko is interviewing today in Las Vegas for the Raiders vacant offensive coordinator job, and also is a candidate for that same job title in Seattle as the successor to former OC Klint Kubiak, per sources.

-- Chargers Name Denzel Martin --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Los Angeles Chargers have named Denzel Martin Assistant OLBs Coach.

-- Lavonte David Mulling Retirement --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB Lavonte David says he’s undecided on whether or not he will retire.

-- Keep Coming Back! --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --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!

-- Rams Name Robert Wright --
Sun Feb 15, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Los Angeles Rams have named Robert Wright Defensive Assistant. Wright is the former defensive coordinator at Syracuse and Buffalo.

-- Raiders Retain Joe Woods --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Las Vegas Raiders are retaining Joe Woods as defensive pass-game coordinator, per sources.

-- Raiders Promote Rob Leonard --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders have promoted Rob Leonard to Defensive Coordinator.

-- Cowboys Name Scott Symons --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Dallas Cowboys have named Scott Symons ILBs Coach.

-- Raiders Interviewing DeMarcus Covington --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders are interviewing Packers defensive line coach and run game coordinator DeMarcus Covington for their vacant defensive coordinator job.

-- Seahawks Interviewing Brian Fleury --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports San Francisco 49ers TEs coach Brian Fleury is interviewing today for the Seattle Seahawks vacant offensive coordinator job.

-- Travis Hunter to Play Mostly CB in 2026? --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Jacksonville Jaguars plan to play WR/CB Travis Hunter as a full-time cornerback and part-time wide receiver in 2026.

-- Cowboys Name Kyle Fuller --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have named Kyle Fuller Assistant Offensive Line Coach and Quality Control Coach.

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Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Colts Could Target Trey Hendrickson --
Sat Feb 14, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts could be aggressive in their pursuit of Bengals impending free-agent DE Trey Hendrickson via a tag-and-trade scenario or free agency.

-- Dolphins Name Lemuel Jeanpierre --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Miami Dolphins have named Lemuel Jeanpierre Assistant TEs Coach.

-- Eagles Name Mike Pellegrino --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Philadelphia Eagles have named Mike Pellegrino DBs Coach.

-- Cardinals Name Zac Etheridge --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports the Arizona Cardinals have named Zac Etheridge CBs Coach.

-- Seahawks Name Zach Orr --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Seattle Seahawks have named Zach Orr ILBs Coach.

-- Giants Name Addison Lynch --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the New York Giants have named Addison Lynch DBs Coach.

-- Aaron Rodgers Watch --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports veteran QB Aaron Rodgers is more likely than not to play for the Steelers in 2026. The Steelers would like to know Rodgers’ intentions sooner rather than later, ideally before the NFL Combine for scouting purposes.

-- Cardinals Name Matt Schaub --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports the Arizona Cardinals have named Matt Schaub QBs Coach.

-- A Millennial Who Won! --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

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-- Seahawks to Interview Conner Senger --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Seattle Seahawks will interview Cardinals pass game specialist Conner Senger for their vacant offensive coordinator position, a source said.

-- Raiders to Interview Aubrey Pleasant --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach and passing game coordinator Aubrey Pleasant has been requested to interview for the Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator job and will be meeting with them today, a source said.

-- Cardinals Retain DC Nick Rallis --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals will retain DC Nick Rallis after a full search, a source says.

-- Stefon Diggs Pleads Not Guilty --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports New England Patriots WR Stefon Diggs pleaded not guilty to felony strangulation and other criminal charges. Diggs is facing felony strangulation and suffocation charges, along with misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an incident that involved him and his personal chef. Diggs is next scheduled to appear for a pretrial hearing on April 1st.

-- Commanders to Build Around Terry McLaurin --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

WUSA9 reports Washington Commanders OC David Blough says the team's offense will be built around getting WR Terry McLaurin 10 targets a game.

-- Cardinals Name Michael Ghobrial --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Arizona Cardinals have named Michael Ghobrial Special Teams Coordinator.

-- Giants Name Charlie Bullen --
Fri Feb 13, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the New York Giants and HC John Harbaugh are retaining Charlie Bullen, who has pulled out of remaining defensive coordinator searches and will add the title of run-game coordinator, sources say. Bullen gets a contract extension but is expected to once again be a hot DC candidate next year.

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