Fantasy Football News

The Browns waived RB Gary Brightwell from their practice squad. (Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brightwell will look to land another depth role in a different backfield.

The Browns signed DB Kahlef Hailassie to their practice squad. (Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hailassie was waived last week from the active roster. He returns to the Browns practice squad.

The Browns placed Tony Brown II on injured reserve. (Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brown is dealing with a foot injury. He will be sidelined for at least the next four games.

The Browns signed Jaelon Darden to their active roster. (Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Darden was signed from the practice squad. He should hold a depth wide receiver and special teams role for Cleveland.

The Saints signed RB Jacob Kibodi to their practice squad. (Source: John Hendrix on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Kibodi was waived by New Orleans at the start of October. He'll return to his depth role in the Saints backfield.

The Colts released DB Kelvin Joseph from their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Joseph signed with the Colts practice squad at the beginning of October. He'll look to find another opportunity.

The Colts released WR Ethan Fernea from their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Fernea was one of three players released from the Colts practice squad. He'll look to find another opportunity.

The Colts released DT Josiah Bronson Jr. from their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bronson was one of three players released from the Colts practice squad. He'll look to find another opportunity.

The Colts signed RB Evan Hull to their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hull was also previously with the Colts. He returns to the backfield with Indianapolis in a depth role.

The Colts signed CB Tre Flowers to their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Flowers was released by the Jaguars last week. He'll add depth in the secondary for the Colts.

The Colts restored QB Jason Bean to their practice squad. (Source: Indianapolis Colts on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bean was placed on the Practice Squad Injured list back in September. He'll add depth to the Colts quarterback room.

Diontae Johnson is heading to the Baltimore Ravens according to ESPN's sources. (Source: Adam Schefter on X)

Fantasy Impact: Johnson being dealt to Baltimore is big fantasy news, with notable implications for the Ravens' pass catchers. This trade will likely boost Johnson's fantasy stock, even if he sees fewer targets overall. Baltimore’s offense is much more efficient than Carolina’s, ranking 2nd in yards per pass, 3rd in passing touchdowns, and 5th in passing yards per game. Johnson likely steps in as the WR2, with Zay Flowers remaining the WR1. This addition could siphon targets from tight ends Isaiah Likely and Mark Andrews. Rashod Bateman's role will be interesting to watch, but given how often Flowers lines up in the slot, Bateman may be insulated from a drop-off in usage. It is worth noting that Bateman was a 1st round draft pick for the Ravens in 2021, and he has played well this season. Nelson Agholor may be the odd man out, although he can also play in the slot if Flowers shifts outside.

The Colts announced they are starting Joe Flacco ahead of Anthony Richardson. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: It is unclear if Flacco will remain the starter or if this is a week-to-week situation. For now, Flacco should upgrade Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs and the Colts offense.

The Colts are benching Anthony Richardson for Joe Flacco. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The move was made by the coaches Tuesday morning. Flacco should bring more stability to Michael Pittman, Josh Downs and the entire Colts offense. Flacco will be in the QB2 range for fantasy managers in 2-QB and superflex leagues.

Stefon Diggs is officially out for the season due to a knee injury. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This was the expectation after Diggs left Sunday's game with a non-contact knee injury. It is a tough break for Diggs who is set to enter free agency this offseason. With Nico Collins also still sidelined, Tank Dell should take over the clear No. 1 wide receiver role for now with Dalton Schultz likely also taking on a bigger role.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. said he is in concussion protocol. (Source: Art Stapleton on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Tracy left Monday's game in the fourth quarter after his head hit the ground hard. Devin Singletary would return to his lead role on Sunday if Tracy is sidelined.

Aaron Rodgers was listed as a limited participant at Monday's estimated practice. (Source: NewYorkJets.com)

Fantasy Impact: Rodgers has been on the injury report just about every week of the season. He should be good to go for Thursday's game against the Texans.

Dameon Pierce was listed as being absent from Monday's estimated practice. (Source: HoustonTexans.com)

Fantasy Impact: Pierce will likely have to practice on Tuesday or Wednesday to have a chance to play on Thursday. Regardless, he remains off the fantasy radar with Joe Mixon healthy.

The Giants' D/ST logged four sacks and one fumble recovery while allowing 26 points in Monday night's loss to the Steelers.

Fantasy Impact: As expected, New York's defense didn't have a great night on Monday. They allowed Pittsburgh to score 26 points en route to a win, dropping them to a dismal 2-6 on the season now. This unit shouldn't be started in a tough matchup against the Commanders next week.

Graham Gano converted 4-of-4 field goal attempts in Monday night's 26-18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Fantasy Impact: Gano has been out for a while thanks to a hamstring injury, but he was able to make his return to action on Monday night. He played well in his first game back, making all four of his field goal attempts on the night. That included one from 48 yards out, and overall, fantasy managers should be pleased with his performance.