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Last updated: July 18, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

League Operations and Player Movement

Dozens of NFL players are continuing their push for permanent grass playing surfaces across the league after World Cup matches were successfully held on grass at 11 league stadiums. In personnel news, the NFL has indefinitely suspended Arizona Cardinals personnel executive Ryan Gold for violating the league's gambling policy. Center Ethan Pocic is signing a one-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens, according to sources. Running back Alvin Kamara will play for the New Orleans Saints in 2026 on a reworked contract.

Player Valuations and Contract Status

Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens will officially play the 2026 season on his $27.3 million franchise tender after the deadline for tagged players to agree to long-term contracts passed. The Tennessee Titans are set to induct former running back Chris Johnson into their Ring of Honor.

Positional Rankings and Player Outlooks

Kyle Hamilton remains the top-ranked safety, but significant changes have occurred on the rest of the list remains the top-ranked. Evaluators around the league have ranked their top 10 off-ball linebackers, with a young standout earning a high position. The Pittsburgh Steelers have revamped their wide receiver unit, with coach Mike McCarthy describing the group as interchangeable and dynamic. Rome Odunze and Tyrique Stevenson are among the key Chicago Bears players with the most to prove heading into training camp in two weeks having the most at stake.

Fantasy Football Draft Strategies

One strategy suggests waiting to draft a quarterback until the later rounds, with advice on ideal pairings to target suggesting to wait. Some brand-name players, like Joe Burrow and De'Von Achane, are names fantasy analyst Liz Loza is not overly keen on drafting this season not keen on drafting. Discussions are ongoing about how many first-round picks star players like Drake Maye, Puka Nacua, or C.J. Stroud would be worth in a trade, with players being placed into value tiers based on ability, position, contract, and age.