Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell (shoulder) will not take the field for practice until "sometime in August," according to defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. The rookie first-round pick out of Alabama is recovering from shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum and could start his professional season on the PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list, meaning he'd have to miss at least the first four games of the regular season. Last season with the Tide, Campbell tallied 119 tackles (55 solo), five sacks, two forced fumbles, and an interception on his way to first-team All-SEC honors. With Philadelphia's front-seven loaded with talent, Campbell could be a minor contributor in 2025 before earning a bigger role in 2026. Patience will be key for IDP fantasy gamers and Eagles fans alike.

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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is coming off his first Pro Bowl campaign in just his second season in the NFL. The 2023 first-round pick out of Boston College snagged 74 of his 116 targets for 1,059 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games. Unfortunately, Flowers was banged up in the season finale against the Cleveland Browns and did not appear in either of Baltimore's postseason contests. Heading into Year 3, the Ravens are hoping to get Flowers more involved. "We just got to get him the ball more," offensive coordinator Todd Monken said after Tuesday's practice. "He's not only an outside receiver who has elite route-running skills, but he's unbelievable with the ball in his hands." Flowers ranked 19th in receiving yards last season despite finishing 28th in receptions and 23rd in targets. An uptick in target volume could give him fringe WR1 upside, and his target competition at wideout remains underwhelming.

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Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (knee) suffered a significant ACL tear at the end of his 2023 rookie campaign and was limited to just five games in 2024, logging touches in two contests. In his first season, the East Carolina product averaged a whopping 8.4 yards per carry on 47 rushing attempts, totaling 396 yards and two touchdowns. Had he not suffered a major injury, he could have entered last season as the clear RB2 behind Derrick Henry, but he'll get that chance again entering the 2025 campaign, and the 23-year-old is back to 100%. "I feel like I'm back better than when I first got here," Mitchell said. "I tell guys a lot that talk to me that I'm starting all over. They don't even know what I can do. I'm just starting all over again, proving what I can do and taking it day by day." While Henry remains the clear workhorse in Baltimore, he is entering his age-31 season and carries additional injury risk. In deeper setups, Mitchell and Justice Hill can be considered handcuff stashes, though Rasheen Ali will also have the chance to compete for a spot on the depth chart.

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New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai (calf) will not participate in practice until training camp after suffering a calf injury during Monday's OTA's. The 2019 second-round pick out of Hawai'i by the Detroit Lions led the Patriots in tackles last season (115) and has not missed a game over the last three years. Overall, the 28-year-old has tallied 424 tackles (235 solo), 5.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and four interceptions in 95 career games. His injury early in the offseason isn't ideal, but it sounds like he'll have plenty of time to recover before meaningful football is played.

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New York Jets first-time offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand, who is the Jets' 10th offensive coordinator and 11th play-caller in the last 15 seasons, will have added pressure in New York with head coach Aaron Glenn being defensive-minded. ESPN's Rich Cimini writes that the offense will have a Lions flavor to it, from scheme to coaching, after Engstrand previously worked under offensive coordinator Ben Johnson in Detroit. Engstrand will lean heavily on former Lions tight ends coach Steve Heiden, who will coach the offensive line and be heavily involved in the ground game. The Jets are expected to be physical on the ground, with run-pass options being a staple with mobile quarterback Justin Fields. New York will most likely be run-heavy while setting Fields up for success with more intermediate throws. Behind what could be a strong O-line, it's possible Fields excels with his third NFL team in 2025.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels immediately established himself as one of the NFL's top QBs in his first season in the league in 2024, but the Commanders expect him to be even better in his sophomore season. "Just watching him move around, he's not thinking as much, he's playing fast and letting his natural gifts kind of take over, and that's what we want to see. I expect him to take a big jump," offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury said. The second overall pick was named the Offensive Rookie of the Year after throwing for 3,568 yards and 25 touchdowns and rushing for another 891 yards and six touchdowns while leading the team to a 12-5 record and an appearance in the NFC Championship game. Washington bolstered their offensive line in front of Daniels this offseason and added receiver Deebo Samuel Jr. Daniels will be a top-five fantasy QB in upcoming drafts.

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Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is not throwing at organized team activities on Tuesday due to what head coach DeMeco Ryans called "general soreness." "There are no concerns with CJ. Just general soreness. Taking extra precautions," Ryans said. The head coach declined to answer if Stroud had any work done on his right shoulder in the offseason. It was reported last week that the 23-year-old signal-caller didn't take part in an OTA practice due to a tight pectoral muscle, but it wasn't considered a long-term problem. As long as Stroud gets back on the field soon, there won't be any cause for concern, and the Texans don't appear to be worried whatsoever. Stroud took a step back in 2024 after being a top-10 fantasy QB in his rookie campaign, and his offensive line certainly didn't help his cause. Whether he can bounce back as a QB1 in fantasy will depend on how effective his O-line is at protecting him.

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SI.com's Albert Breer thinks that New York Jets running back Braelon Allen could have a significant role in the team's offense this year alongside Breece Hall. In his first year in the NFL in 2024, Allen had 92 carries for 334 yards (3.6 yards per carry) and two touchdowns, adding 19 receptions on 27 targets for 148 yards and another score in 17 games (two starts). The 21-year-old is one of the slower RBs in the league and mainly excels in short-yardage/goal-line situations, but he's also an excellent pass protector and is a polished pass-catcher out of the backfield. Allen lost steam as his rookie season wore on and even lost reps to fifth-rounder Isaiah Davis, but with new head coach Aaron Glenn wanting to establish a run-heavy approach in his first season at the helm, it's possible Allen could see more usage alongside Hall in 2025. At best, though, he's probably a handcuff again for those that select Hall.

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The Tennessee Titans have been pleased with rookie first-round quarterback Cam Ward's progress this offseason as he learns the offense. "Pleased with where he's at," head coach Brian Callahan said. The head coach also said that Ward is picking things up pretty quickly as far as the mental part of the transition to the NFL. Although the 23-year-old first overall pick has been splitting reps evenly with Will Levis during offseason workouts, Ward is fully expected to win the starting QB job going into the 2025 regular season this fall. The Miami product has high-end arm strength and set an NCAA record with 158 career touchdown passes. There's plenty to like about Ward long term, but he's not much of a scrambler, and the Titans don't have a ton of weapons for him to be much more than a low-end QB2 with upside in fantasy in his rookie season.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have been seeking additional receiving help after trading wideout George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. They have inquired about Miami Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith, who is seeking a contract extension after a career year in 2024, but they are not expected to trade for him, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The 29-year-old was a go-to target for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in 2024, catching 88 passes for 884 yards and eight touchdowns on 111 targets over 17 games. He's heading into the final year of a two-year, $10 million deal, though, and he wants an extension after a strong first season in South Beach. Smith benefitted from the Dolphins staying shorter with their passes, which in turn hurt wideouts Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Smith should at least be a midrange TE1 target in 2025 if he stays in Miami. If he is traded, it would be good news for both Hill and Waddle.

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Former Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Gabe Davis (knee) is scheduled to visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter. Davis was released by the Jaguars on May 7 after tearing his meniscus in Week 11 against the Detroit Lions. The 26-year-old has also visited with the New York Giants this offseason and is expected to be ready for the start of the 2025 regular season this fall, barring a setback with his knee. The Steelers are looking for another playmaker to pair with new receiver DK Metcalf after trading George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys this offseason, and Davis could be that guy. If Davis were to sign with Pittsburgh, he'd be competing for the No. 2 role alongside Calvin Austin III and Robert Woods on a team with Mason Rudolph currently atop the quarterback depth chart. Davis has been a boom/bust fantasy wideouts in his NFL career.

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SI.com's Albert Breer thinks that Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey's value now is at safety. Ramsey can still be a very good cornerback, but any team looking to trade for the veteran defensive back is likely looking to move him to safety in the long term. "I think that's a safe landing spot to put him in position to still do things that he does well," said an NFC executive. "So that's like a $10 million to $12 million player." The former All-Pro has $21.1 million left on his deal for 2025, which means the Dolphins might have to eat some money to facilitate a trade this offseason. And now that June 1 has passed, it will be easier from a salary cap perspective for the Dolphins to trade Ramsey. If feels inevitable at this point that Ramsey will be in a different uniform for the 2025 season, with a return to the Los Angeles Rams being in play.

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The Atlanta Falcons are completely focused on developing former first-round quarterback Michael Penix Jr., according to SI.com's Albert Breer. Last year, the Falcons were locked into having veteran Kirk Cousins under center, but now they are putting their offense together in a way that will best fit Penix. The 25-year-old second-year signal-caller has proven to be an even faster learner than was expected when he was drafted. He has been working to get his footwork synced up, his base widened and his eyes upfield, while coaches also want Penix working to create ways to take advantage of his high-end arm talent. Atlanta added slow-developing, play-action concepts to take advantage of Penix's ability to create explosive plays down the field, and they've also expanded their perimeter passing game. The coaches and players are behind Penix, who will be an attractive QB2 with upside in superflex leagues in 2025.

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The New England Patriots have no plans to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs (knee), according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Diggs showed up for voluntary organized team activities this week in light of recent negative off-the-field publicity, and the Patriots have high hopes for him this year despite the fact he tore his ACL in Week 8 last year with the Houston Texans. After signing a three-year, $69 million deal in free agency, New England envisions the 31-year-old veteran being the WR1 for second-year quarterback Drake Maye when he's fully healthy. Diggs has been practicing without a brace this offseason and appears to be on track in his recovery from a torn ACL. On the wrong side and coming off major knee surgery, Diggs probably won't be all that explosive deep down the field with the Pats, but he could still be valuable as an every-week fantasy starter on volume as Maye's go-to aerial target.

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New England Patriots WR Stefon Diggs is not in danger of being released this offseason.

Fantasy Spin: Diggs had an off-field incident recently, but the Patriots seem ready to have him play this upcoming season. He will be the top receiver when he returns to the lineup and can be at least a No. 4 receiver in fantasy leagues.

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Updating a previous report, New England Patriots WR Stefon Diggs (knee) did not participate in team drills during practice Monday, June 2.

Fantasy Spin: Diggs is working his way back from a serious knee injury, so his availability for the start of the 2025 regular season is still uncertain. He will be the main receiver for the Patriots when he plays and can be a No. 3 or No. 4 fantasy receiver when healthy.

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Miami Dolphins TE Jonnu Smith would prefer to remain with the Dolphins, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus. Smith is looking for a pay raise after a productive 2024 season.

Fantasy Spin: It was recently reported that the Dolphins have talked with the Pittsburgh Steelers about Smith, so fantasy players should monitor the situation over the next few months. He was a reliable fantasy option this past season but his 2025 fantasy value is uncertain at this point.

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Per Dan Salomone of Giants.com, the New York Giants have signed third-round pick defensive lineman Darius Alexander to a four-year contract. The financial details were not disclosed. Alexander is the sixth of seven rookies to sign their deal with New York. The 24-year-old didn't produce much during his time at Toledo, but he's uber-athletic for his frame and could be a nice rotational piece for the Giants' defensive line. Despite being drafted as a defensive tackle, he's currently listed second on the depth chart (unofficially) behind Roy Robertson-Harris at defensive end. New York sports one of the more loaded edge-rush units in the league, and a deep room of fresh legs can only boost their chances to be a dominant group. They posted the ninth-most sacks in the league as a team in 2024 (45).

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Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury noted via the team's transcript last week that running back Brian Robinson Jr.'s focus this offseason has been "great." "Yeah, he's been really focused," said Kingsbury. "B-Rob's a guy who has played an incredibly high level....He knows what this year means to him and can mean to us when he plays at that level." The Commanders invested in their offense heavily this offseason -- fortifying their offensive front and the weapons around budding superstar Jayden Daniels. However, the running back room went essentially unchanged aside from the addition of seventh-round teammate Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Backfield mate Austin Ekeler will siphon away some touches, but the Alabama product should receive strong volume this season. It will be interesting to see how the team deploys Deebo Samuel Sr., but if he doesn't absorb too many carries, Robinson Jr. should provide decent value.

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Veteran defensive back Ronald Darby has announced his retirement from the NFL after ten seasons. The Florida State product informed the Houston Texans on Monday. Darby was a second-round pick by the Buffalo Bills back in 2015 and had stints with the Eagles, Commanders, Broncos, Ravens, and Jaguars. He signed with Houston in March. In all, he played in 118 games and will finish his career with eight interceptions, 106 passes defended, and 447 tackles. The 31-year-old was set to back up the starting cornerback duo of Kamari Lassiter and Derek Stingley Jr. Still, his absence will leave the team's defensive backfield a bit shorthanded. Darby started 107 games in his career, while Houston's other non-starters cumulatively bolster 25. We'll see how the roster shakes out once it's trimmed down.

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