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Panthers land DE Phillips in 'much-needed' move
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers explain why reportedly signing DE Jaelan Phillips is a major upgrade for the Panthers' defense, a unit that gets a player who is still "trending upwards."

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The Rotoworld team looks at what the latest free agent moves and trades could mean for fantasy football team managers in 2026.
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  • ATL Wide Receiver #2
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    Dotson could see starter’s snaps in Atlanta after the Falcons parted ways with Darnell Mooney. Dotson was stuck behind DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown over the past couple seasons in Philadelphia with no real way to see consistent routes or targets in the Eagles’ ultra run-heavy offense. Dotson managed just 37 catches and one touchdown over 34 regular season games with the Eagles. In Atlanta he will be a distant WR2 at best in Kevin Stefanski’s offense.
  • TEN Wide Receiver #17
    The rumored market for Robinson in free agency appeared to be the Titans or ... well, no, just the Titans. Everyone was saying it, you were hearing it more and more, and now it’s official. Robinson figures to be in the WR3 sphere as the lone receiver on the Titans who commanded targets last year. It’s not exactly an exciting landing spot, but the Titans will do a lot to keep Robinson’s fantasy value stable.
  • NO Running Back #1
    Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported last week that Etienne “could fit” with the Saints. Now, the 27-year-old back is headed to the Big Easy to presumably take over as the team’s RB1, immediately putting Alvin Kamara’s already uncertain future even more in doubt. Etienne rushed 260 times for 1,107 yards last season while also scoring seven times on the ground. He added another 36 catches for 292 yards and six receptions, averaging a solid 5.6 yards per touch on the season. Etienne is a versatile three-down back whose pass-catching upside will put him in the conversation as a high-end RB2 in fantasy leagues next season. Assuming a high-volume role in New Orleans, he should have a chance to replicate last year’s success when he finished as the RB14 in fantasy points per game.
  • ARI Running Back #25
    It’s well short of what Allgeier was reportedly expecting — something in the range of $22 million over three seasons. He lands in a crowded Arizona backfield alongside Trey Benson and James Conner, who recently took a pay cut to remain with the Cardinals in 2026. Allgeier rushed 210 times for 1,035 yards and three touchdowns as a rookie in 2022 before being replaced as the Falcons’ lead back by Bijan Robinson in 2023. His peripherals fell off a cliff in 2025, as he averaged a career-low 3.6 yards per carry and average 0.11 broken tackles per rush, which ranked 49th out of 66 qualifying running backs. Allgeier will likely split backfield duties in Arizona and will remain as touchdown dependent as any back in fantasy football.
  • It’s a record-breaking contract that makes Linderbaum the highest-paid interior offensive lineman in NFL history. The $27 million average per year beat Creed Humphrey’s record for centers by $8 million a season. The Raiders desperately needed this kind of talent infusion on their interior line, and with Fernando Mendoza (almost certainly) about to arrive soon, Linderbaum will help him set protections and get him adjusted to the NFL game. The rumors that Linderbaum was about to get a blank check in free agency proved more than true. This is also a big boost to Ashton Jeanty’s fantasy stock.
  • ATL Kicker #6
    Folk, one of the NFL’s last millennials, made 28 of his 29 field goal tries last year for the Jets and is a career 85 percent kicker over 18 NFL seasons. The Falcons have made due at kicker since Younghoe Koo flamed out and will look to Folk for some short-term stability in 2026.
  • NYG Tight End #80
    He can get up to $47.5 million with incentives. John Harbaugh gets his upside tight end for what looks poised to be a huge role in New York’s offense. Likely should be in the low-end TE1 ranks to start the year, with the upside to perhaps make a push for the middle. The soon-to-be 26-year-old played only 14 games last year for the Ravens, catching a career-low 27 balls while dealing with injury and playing behind a resurgent Mark Andrews.
  • MIA Quarterback #2
    Willis’ Miami arrival comes the same day the ‘Fins ate an historic amount of dead money by cutting Tua Tagovailoa loose. Despite the salary cap complications, the ‘Fins always seemed like the most likely landing spot as they attempted to build “Packers South” (again), though that does not include at offensive coordinator, where former Texans assistant Bobby Slowik will be calling plays. The attack will nevertheless undoubtedly be modeled after the keepaway approach the Pack employed any time Willis was forced to spell Jordan Love. It could work, but seems more likely to fail. It’s at least an outside-the-box swing. Willis’ high-end rushing ability will make him an intriguing QB1 flier in fantasy leagues. If he stays healthy, it’s difficult to believe he will be outside the top 12 at quarterback, though his NFL track record is scant enough that we can’t discount the possibility a 2025 Justin Fields outcome.
  • PIT Wide Receiver #11
    Aaron Rodgers’ new No. 2 receiver figures to fit in well in Mike McCarthy’s West Coast system. Because we’re expecting the Steelers to throw less in 2026 than the Colts did, Pittman Jr. probably profiles best as a WR4 going forward. It’s still a huge upgrade for the Steelers on a position where they were desperately trying to find bodies that Rodgers approved of towards the end of 2025. Adam Schefter reports the Steelers will sign Pittman Jr. to a three-year, $59 million extension as part of the trade. The $24 million cap savings for the Colts are the main benefit — it also helps solidify Alec Pierce as the team’s No. 1 receiver and elevates Josh Downs into a bigger role in 2026.
  • CAR Outside Linebacker #50
    ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the deal includes an eye-popping $80 million guaranteed. The Eagles were reportedly working to retain the 27-year-old (in May) pass rusher, but got outbid by the typically free-spending Panthers. A former Dolphin who flourished during his eight-game trade cameo for the Eagles last season, Phillips finally stayed healthy last year after an injury marred 2023-24 run. That’s a concern going forward, but Phillips is a pass-rushing difference maker when on the field.
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At least for now, Travis Etienne has played his last game with the Jaguars.
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Premier League

We’re into the thick of it now, with six Premier League teams still alive for the European Cup in the chase to unseat PSG and take a place in the throne room come May 31 in Budapest, Hungary.
The FA Cup is entering the business end of the competition and plenty of Premier League giants are starting to dream of a trip to Wembley.
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Manchester City continued its mastery of Newcastle United and earned a place in the FA Cup quarterfinals with a 3-1 win over the Magpies at St. James’ Park on Saturday.

NBA

Jabari Walker is set for increased playing time, and the 76ers get five games on the schedule for Week 20.
Jokic also said, “It would be stupid if basketball weren’t better now than 30 years ago.”

Around the NFL

Mike Florio discusses Alec Pierce reportedly re-signing with the Colts on a four-year deal, explaining why Indianapolis decided to bring back the explosive playmaker.
Mike Florio reacts to Kenneth Walker III reportedly signing with the Chiefs, questioning if the move indicates a change of offensive philosophy with Kansas City moving forward.
Mike Florio discusses the reports surrounding Travis Kelce and the Chiefs, dissecting news of the tight end reportedly returning to Kansas City for a 14th season.
Mike Florio reacts to the Falcons reportedly being interested in Tua Tagovailoa, examining the quarterback’s fit in Atlanta and more.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms explain why Maxx Crosby is a “culture changer” who could get Lamar Jackson to participate in Baltimore Ravens offseason workouts.
Chris Simms and Mike Florio break down Maxx Crosby’s fit with the Ravens and explain why the star pass rusher is such a strong fit with Baltimore’s culture.
Chris Simms and Mike Florio discuss Jordan Davis’ reported extension with the Philadelphia Eagles and examine what the team will do with star defensive tackle Jalen Carter in wake of the news.

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Aaron Plessinger: “I have a pretty good bruise on my right arm where his tire hit me, but as bad as it was, I think I got pretty lucky to get away from that one with nothing broken.”
Ryan Blaney completed a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix Raceway by winning the Cup Series race Sunday.
The Team Penske driver completed a NASCAR-IndyCar sweep at Phoenix Raceway.
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Rotoworld

While expected to compete for rotation minutes before the season began, few thought the Celtics center could be this reliable in fantasy basketball.
Already without Joel Embiid and Paul George, the 76ers could also be without Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe to begin Week 20.
Jrue Holiday has been pouring in the points lately and leads a group of 10 must-start players ahead of the weekend.
The Bills spent big to fix their wide receiver room, landing DJ Moore from Chicago for a second-round pick. The move clears the way for younger Bears to break out and give Moore a chance to turn things around in Buffalo.
No longer part of an “ugly” fantasy situation with the Steelers, Denny Carter lays out why tight end Jonnu Smith could regain his fantasy “viability” with the right offense in 2026.

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Golf

Akshay Bhatia has lived up to Arnold Palmer’s famous quote that “you must play boldly to win.” He was every bit of that at Bay Hill.
Watch the top shots and best moments from the fourth and final round of the Puerto Rico Open at Grand Reserve Golf Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico.
Rahm shot 6 under in the final round and finished 23 under for the tournament, three shots ahead of runner-up Thomas Detry. The Spaniard hadn’t won a title since LIV Golf Chicago in 2024.
Daniel Berger took advantage of his opportunities during Round 2 of the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
It was a strong first day at Bay Hill for Ludvig Åberg on Thursday, where he shot a 6-under 66 to finish tied for second on the leaderboard at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Watch the best shots from the third round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club in Orlando, Florida.

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