NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports that veteran free-agent running back Nyheim Hines worked out for the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday. News broke a few weeks back that the 28-year-old was looking to return to the NFL field, and it appears he's amassed interest from at least one squad. Hines hasn't suited up for a game since 2022 after tearing his ACL in a jet-ski accident. It's a noteworthy update, considering running back Najee Harris' (eye) recent fireworks mishap. Harris and rookie rusher Omarion Hampton seemed poised to handle a majority of the backfield work in 2025, taking into account the lack of viable depth behind them in Hassan Haskins and Kimani Vidal. While Hines may not pose too much of a threat between the tackles, his prowess as a receiver could threaten the aforementioned duo's ceiling.

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Denver Broncos wide receiver A.T. Perry (undisclosed) will begin training camp on the physically unable to perform list, per Sports Illustrated's Zack Kelberman. While the nature of Perry's injury is unknown, head coach Sean Payton predicted the wideout might miss time to begin camp back in mid-June. Payton further noted that he may only be absent a week or so before rejoining the team, "depending on how the summer goes." The Wake Forest product flashed with a few splash plays in his rookie season with the Saints, but was waived following the year and garnered no stats in 2024. Despite his status as a developmental asset for Denver, his frame aligns with Payton's ideal pass-catcher profile. Perry will have quite a bit of work to do in a receiving room brimming with talent, but he is an interesting low-cost add in dynasty formats.

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According to the team, the New England Patriots have signed defensive lineman David Olajiga to a one-year, $840,000 contract through the NFL's International Pathway Program. The Central Missouri alum was part of the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad in 2024 through the same program, although the team never activated him. During his time as a Mule, he racked up 98 tackles (47 solo), 20 tackles for loss, nine sacks, and four blocked kicks. Olajiga is a long shot to make the roster. Still, it's worth noting that outside of fellow defensive linemen Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, the room is mostly open for the taking. The 27-year-old will at least be given an opportunity to seize a backup role in camp, and is moderately intriguing considering his propensity to block kicks.

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The Athletic's Joe Person reports that the Carolina Panthers have placed tight end Tommy Tremble (back) on the PUP list. Tremble underwent back surgery in May, from which he's still recovering, but the team can remove him from the list at any time. It was always presumed that the 25-year-old would begin his ramp-up at the end of July, and that remains the case. Carolina's offense could be a surprise source of fantasy output in 2025 if third-year signal-caller Bryce Young can sustain the gains he exhibited to close out last season. If that's the case, Tremble could continue to build off his improvements, too. He's currently an afterthought in drafts.

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Detroit Lions second-year defensive back Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (chest), who exited Sunday's team practice early, will miss just a few days, according to head coach Dan Campbell. The 23-year-old was diagnosed with a contusion. Rakestraw Jr. played fewer snaps on defense than on special teams in his first campaign, collecting six total tackles in eight appearances. Barring any changes, he's slated to play second-fiddle behind teammate Amik Robertson at the nickel for Detroit this season, so it's encouraging to hear that the damage was minor. The former second-round pick doesn't currently project to make a massive impact in fantasy, but there's enough time left in the summer for him to continue climbing the depth chart.

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A video of Los Angeles Chargers running back drills posted by Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times shows that Najee Harris (eye) is still missing from the team's on-field activities. Harris suffered an eye injury on July 4 after a fireworks-related mishap and currently sits on the Non-Football Injury List. He's reportedly been participating in team meetings, but it's currently unclear how long he'll be held out of practice. Harris signed a one-year deal with the Chargers in the offseason after spending four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He rushed for 1,043 yards and six touchdowns in 2024 and has yet to miss a game in his NFL career. It appears that ironman streak could be in jeopardy in 2025, although there's plenty of time remaining in the offseason for him to fully recover. Chargers first-round rookie Omarion Hampton's stock should rise with each day that Harris is unable to play.

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Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons is "in full gear and practicing" at the team's training camp, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. Parsons is entering the fifth and final season of his rookie contract in 2025, and Dallas presumably wants to sign the three-time All-Pro to an extension at some point. However, Machota also reports that Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has "still not had a conversation" with Parsons' agent David Mulugheta. Despite being limited to just 13 games last season, Parsons finished the year with 12 sacks, 23 QB hits, and two forced fumbles. Pro Football Focus ranked his performance sixth-best out of 211 edge defenders. He's arguably the best pass-rusher in the NFL, and a premier option for fantasy in IDP formats.

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Free-agent wide receiver DJ Chark recently visited with the Chicago Bears, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. NFL.com's Christian Gonzales also mentions the Los Angeles Chargers as a possibility for Chark after the recent retirement of veteran wideout Mike Williams. The 28-year-old Chark played in seven games for the Chargers in 2024, logging just four catches for 31 yards and one touchdown. A hip injury forced him to miss 10 games. Chark has been a reliable downfield and big-play threat at certain points in his career, and he'd likely be called upon to play a part-time role in Chicago. There's familiarity between Chark and Bears head coach/play-caller Ben Johnson, who coached Chark back in 2022 when both were members of the Detroit Lions. Even if he does sign with Chicago, Chark is not a fantasy-relevant receiver at this point in his career.

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The Detroit Lions' offense has been looking to "push the ball vertically" in practice, according to Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. It's still very early in training camp, but this could be a noteworthy change from former play-caller Ben Johnson to current offensive coordinator John Morton. The Lions had one of the most efficient passing attacks in the league in 2024, with Jared Goff finishing second among qualified quarterbacks in yards per attempt (8.59). However, Goff did most of his work with short-area targets. His 6.33-yard average depth of target was 35th out of 39 quarterbacks with at least 250 plays. An increase in downfield targets would figure to help Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams, who led the team with an 11.40-yard ADOT. Conversely, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (7.67-yard ADOT) and tight end Sam LaPorta (6.99-yard ADOT) could be negatively impacted.

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The Athletic's Colton Pouncy writes that Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) took part in training camp practice on Sunday. St. Brown had offseason surgery to clean up his knee, but the fact that he's already taking part in on-field work at training camp this summer is a sign that it shouldn't be an issue when the regular season kicks off in early September. It wouldn't be a surprise if the 25-year-old is limited in some workouts early in camp, but all signs point to him being fine for fantasy managers to begin the 2025 campaign. In 2024, St. Brown had 115 receptions for 1,263 yards and 12 touchdowns in 17 regular-season games on 141 targets, and he should continue to be quarterback Jared Goff's primary passing-game target in new offensive coordinator John Morton's scheme. RotoBaller has St. Brown ranked as the No. 7 wideout.

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No court date has been set for the next step in the legal process in Cleveland Browns rookie second-round running back Quinshon Judkins' domestic-violence case, according to the Broward County Clerk of Courts office, per the Akron Beacon Journal's Chris Easterling. Judkins was arrested on July 12 and released the next day on a $2,500 bond. The 21-year-old from Ohio State remains unsigned, and the Browns are in no rush to get him under contract and have him report to training camp until his legal situation is sorted out. He was expected to be a big part of Cleveland's backfield in his first year in the NFL in 2025, but given his legal situation, nothing is guaranteed now, and he will likely also be facing a suspension from the league, regardless of whether he's convicted. Judkins has now become a volatile RB3/flex target, with Jerome Ford and Dylan Sampson becoming more intriguing.

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It's unclear if Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin will attend the start of training camp this week, but he said he's interested in "trying to bring a deal together, not breaking the team apart," according to a source close to McLaurin. The 29-year-old skipped offseason workouts as he seeks a long-term contract extension, and he also hasn't decided if he'll ask for a trade. The All-Pro wideout and team captain is exploring every option, including a holdout, hold-in and a trade request. McLaurin has made it clear he's frustrated with the situation, but the Commanders haven't talked to him about his contract in weeks. He turns 30 in September and is entering the final year of a four-year, $68.4 million deal. After posting his fifth-straight 1,000-yard season in 2024, McLaurin has become a strong WR2 target in fantasy.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has been showcasing improved hands and route-running at the early portion of training camp this summer, per DetroitSportsPodcast. Williams' fantasy stock is on the rise heading into his fourth NFL season, even if offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has been replaced by John Morton. The former Ohio State star broke out in 2024 to the tune of 58 catches for 1,001 yards and seven touchdowns on 91 targets in 15 regular-season games (11 starts), adding 11 carries for 61 yards and another score. It was nice to see after the 24-year-old battled injuries and a suspension his first two years in the NFL. Fantasy managers now must decide if 2024 was Williams' ceiling or just the beginning. Consistent targets will probably be hard to come by given all the high-end offensive weapons in Detroit's offense, so Williams could be a boom/bust WR2/3 in fantasy in 2025.

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Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher said that running back Chase Brown is a focal point of the offense. Brown broke out in his second year in the NFL in 2024 with 990 rushing yards and seven touchdowns on 229 carries in 16 games (10 starts) after he had only 179 rushing yards and no touchdowns in his rookie campaign. The 25-year-old also added 54 receptions on 65 targets for 360 yards and four more touchdowns in the passing game. Zack Moss remains in Cincy's backfield and will continue to be involved if he's healthy, but it's clear that Brown will be the top back in 2025 in one of the best offenses in football. Brown proved he can handle plenty of volume as both a runner and a pass-catcher, making him even more valuable in PPR fantasy leagues. Going into the 2025 season, RotoBaller has Brown ranked as the RB10.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed second-round cornerback Benjamin Morrison to his rookie contract. The No. 53 overall pick was the final unsigned player from Tampa Bay's 2025 draft class. Morrison is expected to back up Jamel Dean but could see early opportunities on a defense that ranked 29th against the pass last season. The deal includes full guarantees through the first two seasons and 96% of the third.

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The Cincinnati Bengals have signed veteran defensive tackle Taven Bryan to a one-year, prove-it deal. A former first-round pick by the Jaguars in 2018, Bryan has struggled to find consistency in the NFL, recording 11.5 sacks over 46 career starts across seven seasons. He'll join a Bengals defensive front that ranked just 25th in the league with 36 sacks last season, aiming to provide interior depth and help boost a lackluster pass rush.

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The Dallas Cowboys worked out free-agent pass rusher James Houston this week, adding depth to their defensive line ahead of training camp. While contract talks with star linebacker Micah Parsons remain unresolved, the All-Pro has confirmed he will report to camp. Houston, a former sixth-round pick by the Lions, has registered nine career sacks, eight of which came in a standout 2022 rookie season. With Dallas seeking to improve its pass-rush rotation, Houston presents a low-risk option as camp opens.

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice will be a full participant in training camp despite a likely suspension looming. "We're going to progress as normal with him," Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said. "He'll go in and take all the reps that he'll normally take." Rice is facing disciplinary action after pleading guilty to charges related to a 2024 multi-vehicle crash in Dallas. While a suspension is expected, the Chiefs remain committed to involving Rice fully in camp as they gear up for the 2025 season. After being limited to just four games last year, Rice is looking to bounce back in a big way. Through 20 games across his two-year career, he has tallied 1,226 receiving yards and nine touchdowns.

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Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (shoulder) will miss the entire 2025 season as he undergoes surgery on his right shoulder. Levis initially sustained the injury early in the 2024 season and was unable to fully shake the discomfort. Levis started 12 games for Tennessee last season, throwing for 2,091 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. He was expected to back up rookie No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward this year. With Levis now sidelined, veteran Brandon Allen is the favorite to assume backup duties. Allen appeared in three games for the 49ers in 2024, completing 17-of-30 passes for 199 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) will continue to rehab with trainers and will not participate in team activities as he recovers from last season's ankle injury. The 29-year-old suffered a dislocated ankle in Week 7 of last year. He re-signed with the Bucs to a three-year, $66 million contract this offseason. The news puts a damper on hopes of reuniting the veteran tandem of Godwin and Mike Evans heading into the 2025 campaign. Godwin was productive when healthy last season, posting 576 receiving yards and five touchdowns in just seven games before landing on injured reserve. His status for the start of the regular season is now in question as the Bucs monitor his recovery. Jalen McMillan and Emeka Egbuka would see an increase in target share if Godwin isn't ready by Week 1.

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