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Brock Purdy

SF Quarterback #13

2dThe Athletic’s Dianna Russini believes a deal between the 49ers and Brock Purdy is “closer than we think.”

Speaking on an episode of her Scoop City podcast, Russini highlights Purdy’s participation in OTAs as “evidence” that a deal is likely coming. While that opinion is largely speculative, she goes on to add that she’s been “doing some digging on it” and feels good about the direction negotiations are heading in. It’s possible that Purdy reporting to OTAs is more a sign off good will than a signal to a deal being done, but we also saw George Kittle report to voluntary workouts shortly before he signed his new deal. Regardless, Purdy won’t go into the season on the contract he signed after being made the Mr. Irrelevant pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. In what was a down season for the 49ers in 2024, Purdy threw for 3,864-20-12 while adding a career-high 323 rushing yards and five touchdowns. He has the looks of a low-end QB1/high-end QB2 heading into the upcoming fantasy season.

Trey Hendrickson

CIN Defensive End #91

2dThe Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports she’s “getting really good vibes coming out of Cincy that (the Bengals are) going to try to get a deal done with Trey Hendrickson.”

Joe Burrow continues to push for his guys. After standing in the corner for Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, who both signed extensions this offseason, Russini reports Burrow has remained “adamant” about Hendrickson remaining with the team and suggested a “hometown discount” could be in the works on Hendrickson’s end. The Bengals selected pass rusher Shemar Stewart in the first round of this year’s draft, which many believed would spell the end of Hendrickson’s time in Cincinnati. However, with the team appearing intent on keeping the band together in 2025 and beyond, it sounds like the chances of Hendrickson being traded are slowly dwindling.

Drake London

ATL Wide Receiver #5

4dFalcons exercised the fifth-year option for WR Drake London.

London, who will turn 24 in July, is locked up for the 2026 season. London has been superb through his first three NFL seasons: Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase were the only other two wideouts to average more than 12 yards per catch on 100 receptions in 2024. London was third in receiving yards and seventh in receptions last season, quickly becoming a target hog with Michael Penix under center for Atlanta. London should be viewed as a top-five fantasy receiver going into 2025.

Kaleb Johnson

PIT Running Back

4dThe Athletic’s Mike DeFabo listed Steelers rookie RB Kaleb Johnson alongside Jaylen Warren as co-starters.

Johnson, described by DeFabo as a “physical back built to carry the load,” was taken with the 83rd overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. He’s widely expected to replace Najee Harris — now with the Chargers — in the Pittsburgh backfield in 2025. Johnson dominated the Iowa backfield in 2024, totaling 240 carries for 1,537 yards and 21 touchdowns. He made progress as a pass catcher, reeling in 22 balls for 188 yards and a pair of touchdowns in the run-heavy Iowa offense. Only three running backs in the nation logged more rushes of over ten yards than Johnson in 2024. His presence, along with Kenneth Gainwell, leaves little upside for Warren barring backfield injuries for the Steelers.

Derek Carr

NO Quarterback #4

5dNewOrleans.Football’s Nick Underhill said he would be “flabbergasted” if Derek Carr played for the Saints this year.

“I would have trouble understanding why you would allow that to happen, you’re trying to build a new culture, you can’t let that guy ... you just got a rookie QB, this is the example you’re going to give him,” Underhill continued. Both Underhill and Mike Triplett believe Tyler Shough will be starting for the Saints in Week 1, with Underhill saying he had “80 percent or higher odds to start 80 percent of the games this year.” Shough would be an uninspiring superflex pick, perhaps a QB3, but given how things have played out with Carr over the past months, it sure doesn’t seem like the Saints have a reason to want to continue this relationship. Mickey Loomis literally asked reporters to stop asking him Carr questions at his pre-draft press conference.

Shedeur Sanders

CLE Quarterback

5dCleveland Plain Dealer’s Mary Kay Cabot believes Shedeur Sanders will “have to outperform the other three quarterbacks on the roster” to make the Browns.

If the season started tomorrow, in Kay Cabot’s estimation, the starter would be Kenny Pickett. She says that the Browns made clear to Pickett that he “could control his own destiny with a stellar performance” when they traded Dorian Thompson-Robinson and a fifth-round pick to the Eagles. This, of course, does not mean that Sanders can’t make the Browns. Neither of the other three quarterbacks in the room have any recent NFL success to hang their hat on — the closest thing is Joe Flacco’s performance in 2023 with the Browns. But it does mean that he’s starting at the bottom of the pack.

Trent McDuffie

KC Cornerback #22

5dESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Chiefs will pick up CB Trent McDuffie’s fifth-year option.

The move will cost the Chiefs $13.6 million in 2025. It’s a no-brainer considering McDuffie has been among the league’s most reliable corners for the past few years. Pro Football Focus in 2024 graded McDuffie as the NFL’s fifth best cover corner as he had two interceptions and 13 passes defended for the solid Kansas City secondary.

Tetairoa McMillan

CAR Wide Receiver

5dThe Charlotte Observer’s Mike Kaye believes WR Tetairoa McMillan will be used across the formation in 2025.

Kaye said he expects McMillan, taken with the eighth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, to primarily occupy the outside X spot and be an “immediate fixture” in Dave Canales’ offense. Xavier Legette, according to Kaye, will play the Z position while Adam Thielan occupies the slot. “Despite those immediate roles, the three players will likely get the chance to move around the formation,” Kaye added. That’s likely a positive for McMillan’s 2025 fantasy outlook after he proved one of the nation’s most efficient receivers on slot routes at Arizona in 2024. McMillan was the first wideout selected in the draft after racking up 213 receptions for 3,423 yards and 26 touchdowns in 37 games at Arizona. Bryce Young reportedly vouched for McMillan before the Panthers used their first rounder on him.

George Pickens

PIT Wide Receiver #14

5dThe Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports the Cowboys were among the teams interested in acquiring Steelers WR George Pickens.

“But with the draft in the rearview,” Russini said, “expect the trade buzz to cool surrounding Pickens.” The disgruntled wideout will likely stay on the Steelers roster alongside new WR1 DK Metcalf. The Cowboys’ interest in Pickens could indicate that they’d like to bolster the team’s wideout room behind CeeDee Lamb in the coming weeks or months. Pickens, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, has led the Steelers in targets, receptions, receiving yards, and TD receptions since entering the NFL in 2022.

George Kittle

SF Tight End #85

5d49ers signed TE George Kittle to a four-year, $76.4 million contract extension.

The deal includes $40 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. After denying a report from The Athletic’s Dianna Russini that he was aiming to become the game’s highest paid tight end, Kittle signs a monster extension that eclipses Trey McBride’s recent deal. Kittle last year ranked third in tight end receiving yards and led the position in yards per route run. He has been one of the NFL’s most efficient pass catchers for years and will enter his age-32 season as an important part of a San Francisco passing attack that is now without Deebo Samuel.

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Sovereignty wins the 151st Kentucky Derby

Sovereignty’s Kentucky Derby win helps heal the past and soothe the present

Sovereignty’s victory in the 151st Kentucky Derby offered its trainer and jockey a cleansing victory, and the sport, welcomed enjoyment.

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Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets advance with 120-101 Game 7 laugher over stunned Los Angeles Clippers

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Spieth ‘takes step forward’ at CJ Cup Byron Nelson

Jordan Spieth had a resurgence at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, posting his lowest round on the PGA Tour since 2021, and the Golf Central crew examines how Spieth took a major step forward this weekend.

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Scheffler: Winning CJ Cup ‘means a lot to me’

Scottie Scheffler reacts to winning the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in his hometown of Dallas, discussing how much it means to him and his family.

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Hunter Wolcott wins Tour-sanctioned event despite being first to violate new pace-of-play policy

Wolcott was penalized on Friday during the second round of the PGA Tour Americas’ Diners Club Peru Open, which he won two days later.

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Brentley Romine,

CJ Cup Byron Nelson 2025: Final leaderboard, results and scores from Scottie Scheffler’s win

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Golf Channel Staff,

THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025 - Round Three

CJ Cup Byron Nelson 2025 prize money: Payout for Scottie Scheffler’s dominant win

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Golf Channel Staff,

Motor Sports

What drivers said after Texas NASCAR Cup race won by Joey Logano in overtime

Joey Logano scored his first Cup victory of the season Sunday at Texas.

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Dustin Long,

Texas NASCAR Cup results, driver points report

Joey Logano earns his first Cup win of the season, while William Byron continues to be the points leader.

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Dustin Long,

Joey Logano scores overtime win at Texas

Joey Logano collects his 37th career Cup victory.

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Dustin Long,

How to watch 2025 IMSA Laguna Seca on NBC, Peacock: Streaming info, start times and daily schedules

Rahal BMWS among those trying to stop Porsche Penske’s unbeaten run this season.

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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Lucas Giolito and Tyler Stephenson return to action

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Eric Samulski,

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Blaine Crim, Tony Gonsolin & Shelby Miller

A new arrival in Texas and a pair of veteran pitchers make for smart fantasy pickups.

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Rookies Higgins, Noel great fits in Texans WR room

Kyle Dvorchak breaks down how the Houston Texans could effectively utilize Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel, the pair of Iowa State wide receivers they selected on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Titans’ Ward won’t be a fantasy QB1 right away

Kyle Dvorchak digs deeper into Brian Callahan and the Titans’ plans for quarterbacks Cam Ward and Will Levis, explaining why the 2025 No. 1 overall pick will be the no-doubt Week 1 starter with immediate fantasy upside.

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Giants’ Dart can eventually become a fantasy QB1

Though it will take time before he passes Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston on the Giants’ depth chart, Kyle Dvorchak believes Jaxson Dart will offer fantasy QB1 upside when he becomes the Giants’ starting quarterback.

NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at New Orleans Pelicans

Portland Trail Blazers 2024-2025 fantasy basketball season recap: Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara flourish

While Avdija and Camara shined, Jerami Grant disappointed once again.

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Raphielle Johnson,

Betting

Kentucky Derby 2025 payout, purse, prize money, betting breakdown by horse, jockey, trainer

Payouts for Sovereignty and Bettors at the 2025 Kentucky Derby

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NBC Sports Bet Staff,

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Washington Nationals v Philadelphia Phillies

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On Her Turf

Former No. 1 Naomi Osaka takes first title in 4 years and her first on clay

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TYR Pro Swim Series Fort Lauderdale - Day 2

Katie Ledecky, Gretchen Walsh break world records to cap historic swim meet

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Nick Zaccardi,

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone runs historic 400m hurdles time, extends streak at Grand Slam Track

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Nick Zaccardi,

Gretchen Walsh breaks 100m butterfly world record again (and again)

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Nick Zaccardi,

Storm forward Katie Lou Samuelson expected to miss 2025 season with ACL tear

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Angel Reese has rousing return to Baton Rouge in exhibition for Chicago Sky against Brazil

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Paige Bueckers has bumpy WNBA preseason debut as Wings lose to Aces in South Bend

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Gretchen Walsh breaks American record, is second-fastest woman in history in 50m butterfly

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NHL: Stanley Cup Playoffs-St. Louis Blues at Winnipeg Jets

Lowry scores late in 2OT to rally Jets to 4-3 win over Blues in Game 7 to advance to 2nd round

Adam Lowry scored on a tipped shot 16:10 into the second overtime and the Winnipeg Jets rallied to beat the St. Louis Blues 4-3 on Sunday night to advance to the second round of the NHL playoffs.

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Ruud beats Draper in Madrid Open final to win his first Masters 1000 title

Casper Ruud became the first Norwegian to win a Masters 1000 title after beating Jack Draper 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 in the Madrid Open final on Sunday.

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MLB: Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox

Lance McCullers Jr. pitches 3 2/3 scoreless innings for Astros in his first appearance since 2022

The 31-year-old Lance McCullers started Sunday for the Houston Astros and threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings in his first outing since Game 3 of the 2022 World Series in Philadelphia.

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Cubs’ Shota Imanaga leaves after straining his hamstring while attempting to complete a double play

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga left Sunday’s game at Milwaukee after straining his left hamstring, adding another injury to the banged-up rotation for the NL Central leaders.