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Podcast: August 5 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview the AFC West. Sponsored by GuillotineLeagues.com and AffordableTrophies.com.  more »

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Around the NFL: Greg Dulcich

There’s been some indications in Denver that it might be Greg Dulcich, rather than Albert Okwuegbunam, who’s the team’s leading tight end. The Broncos picked Dulcich in the third round, and he’s definitely more of a pass catcher than a blocker.  more »

Ask the Experts: Which player who changed teams are you interested in?

ASK THE EXPERTS appears weekly from training camp through the Super Bowl with answers to a new question being posted Thursday morning. How the guest experts responded when we asked them: Which player who changed teams this offseason are you most interested in?  more »

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Factoid: Transplant quarterbacks

Six times in the last two years, a quarterback on a new team has finished with top-20 numbers, and it’s a safe bet that we’re going to have a least a couple of those guys again this season. There likely will be eight starting quarterbacks on opening day who finished last season with other teams.  more »

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Team projections: Offensive forecast

Part of putting together a credible team involves latching onto the correct offenses. In that regard, I see four that I think have a good chance of being about 10 touchdowns better this year: Broncos, Giants, Ravens and Jaguars.  more »

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Jul
1

Broncos RB Gordon expecting big things for upcoming season

Veteran Denver running back MELVIN GORDON is predicting big things for the ground game heading into the 2022 season. With JAVONTE WILLIAMS ready to roll after a strong rookie year, freeMore agent addition MIKE BOONE in place, and Gordon resigning with the team, he said recently that the running backs are “gonna go crazy” this season. With new quarterback RUSSELL WILSON in town and a strong receiving corps, the same could be said for the Broncos offense as a whole. Less

Source: NBC Sports

May
9

Seattle rookie RB Walker “a rocket” at first minicamp

Seattle head coach Peter Carroll described rookie running back KEN WALKER III as “a rocket” after his first day of the team’s three-day rookie minicamp. Carroll added that Walker “caught theMore ball really well”, something that he was not particularly known for in college last season at Michigan State. Walker could be a key figure in a revamped offense in the post-RUSSELL WILSON era – possibly emerging as the No. 2 running back in the Seahawks offense behind RASHAAD PENNY. Less

Source: Seattle Times

Apr
27

Broncos WR Hamler ahead of schedule in ACL rehab

Denver Broncos wide receiver KJ HAMLER is reportedly “well ahead” of schedule in recovery from a season-ending ACL injury suffered in the third week of the 2021 season. When he eventuallyMore returns to the field, Hamler envisions himself in the TYLER LOCKETT role with new quarterback RUSSELL WILSON. Hamler said he has even talked with Wilson’s former receiver to understand how his quarterback handles various situations. Less

Source: Team Website

Factoid: Russell Wilson

I see that Russell Wilson has been working out with Denver’s wide receivers. I will be interested if he can help them maximize their potential.   more »

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Apr
15

Seahawks re-sign veteran QB Smith

The Seattle Seahawks reached an agreement on Thursday to re-sign veteran quarterback GENO SMITH to a one-year contract. The move marks the fourth straight year that Smith has signed with theMore Seahawks. Of course, with RUSSELL WILSON no longer in town, this could be the first time Smith serves as more than just a backup quarterback. This time around, Smith is expected to compete for the starting job with newcomer DREW LOCK. Less

Source: Seattle Times

Apr
15

Seahawks pick up 5th year option for TE Fant

The Seattle Seahawks this week decided to pick up the fifth-year option on the rookie contract of tight end NOAH FANT. The move ensures that Fant will be under contract withMore the Seahawks through the 2023 season. The young tight end, of course, was acquired last month in the blockbuster trade for long-time Seattle quarterback RUSSELL WILSON. Fant was the 20th overall selection of the Denver Broncos in the 2019 NFL Draft. Less

Source: Seattle Times

Fantasy News: QB carousel

It’s been a crazy offseason, particularly at the quarterback position. Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson are at new addresses, and there are some decent undercard items as well, with Matt Ryan and Carson Wentz in line to start for playoff-caliber teams.   more »

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Factoid: Young guns

Quarterback is the key position in the NFL, and in that area, things have skewed towards the AFC side in recent weeks, with Russell Wilson traded out of Seattle and Deshaun Watson staying in conference in his trade. There are fewer quality quarterbacks in the NFC.   more »

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Andy Richardson: Jerry Jeudy

So what do we make of Jerry Jeudy for 2022? Like all of Denver's skill guys, he's getting a quarterback upgrade in Russell Wilson, after working with Drew Lock and Teddy Bridgewater in his first two seasons. Will he be a breakout wideout?  more »

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Factoid: Broncos quarterbacks

The Broncos gave up two first-round picks and 2 second-round picks to acquire Russell Wilson from Seattle, and it's an aggressive move to land a franchise quarterback that's well supported by team history. Trading for quarterbacks has gone much better than drafting them.   more »

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