2023 Fantasy Football Round Up June 23: Tyreek Hill, Deion Sanders & NFL Training Camp News Updates
This week, just like every other week, has proven that there is no “downtime” when it comes to NFL news and rumors, NFL Training Camp hype, and updating our fantasy football rankings. It doesn’t matter if there are OTAs or NFL training camps up and running. Someone will find a way to make news during the NFL offseason (and usually it’s Tyreek Hill). For NFL fans and fantasy football managers alike, we always need to be on top of the trending topics so that we can keep our fantasy football rankings fully updated and stay ahead of the fantasy football waiver wire. First, we’ll hit on the big NFL news and headlines that affect general football fans across the board, like Tyreek Hill and Deion Sanders. Then, we'll touch on some Training Camp news that could impact fantasy football ADP and fantasy football draft strategy this offseason. Are you wondering, “When does NFL training camp start?” Well, the earliest training camp doesn’t start until Sunday, July 23rd – so we have a bit of a wait. Still, we have plenty of NFL storylines to digest as you take part in fantasy football best ball drafts or update dynasty fantasy football rankings this summer. If you haven't already, go get Fantasy Alarm's Fantasy Football Draft Guide as you prepare for the 2023 NFL season and your own fantasy football drafts. Now, lucky for you, I took a quick moment to round up the latest NFL news and fantasy football hype players from the past week.
Latest NFL Fantasy Football News
Miami Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill Allegedly Commits Assault
It was originally reported that the victim would not press charges but the most recent reports indicate that he will. Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill allegedly boarded a boat that wasn’t his, smacked the owner of said boat, then claimed he could “buy him and the boat” while saying he was “number 10 on the Dolphins." You should not commit assault but, if you do, definitely don’t follow that up by saying “I’m rich, here is where you can reach me." This is definitely a situation to monitor as we wait to see if any suspension is coming for the Dolphins wide receiver.
New England Patriots CB Jack Jones Arrested at Logan Airport with Loaded Guns
Quinnen Williams was arrested last year at Logan Airport near Boston with an unloaded gun in his checked back. He had a license for the gun, it simply wasn’t in a hard case. The Jack Jones case is a little different. He had two loaded guns with large-capacity magazines in his carry-on bag without an ID card. In his home state of Arizona, the magazines are legal and you don’t need to register them, but that’s not the case in Massachusetts – and certainly not in the airport. We'll see what the punishment will be, if any, for the New England Patriots cornerback.
Deion Sanders Has Emergency Surgery for a Blood Clot
The Hall of Fame player and current Colorado University head coach has been dealing with blood flow issues to his left foot that already led to him having two toes amputated. It was reported that, if the condition doesn’t improve, there is a chance Deion Sanders might need to have his left foot amputated. It’s now being reported that Sanders is having emergency surgery today for a blood clot in his groin.
Detroit Lions Reveal New Alternate Helmet
The Lions have revealed a new alternate helmet for the 2023 season. And it is amazing.
Buffalo Bills Ex-Punter Matt Araiza Intends to Counter Sue
After being falsely accused of rape during his time at San Diego State, former Bills punter Matt Araiza plans to sue for defamation charges. He was let go by the Bills based on the allegations and has yet to sign with another team despite the San Diego District Attorney’s office declining to file charges following the investigation.
FANTASY FOOTBALL CAMP HYPE
There is no offseason for degenerates like us. Let's review some of the latest NFL Training Camp news, injuries, and player hype as you update fantasy football rankings.
- New York Jets safety Chuck Clark suffered a season-ending ACL tear in practice earlier this month.
- The New England Patriots have waived running back James Robinson. This opens the door for guys like Ty Montgomery, Pierre Strong, and Kevin Harris behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson.
- The Los Angeles Rams have signed running back Sony Michel, who played for them in 2021.
- Malik Willis is making a push to be the Tennessee Titans' QB2 behind Ryan Tannehill, ahead of rookie Will Levis.
- ESPN reporter Adam Schefter went on the Pat McAfree show and not only asserted that a healthy Brock Purdy was the starter for the San Francisco 49ers, but mentioned that there was no trade market for former third overall pick Trey Lance.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers sign Rodrigo Blankenship.
- Former Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook said he’s interested in teaming up with DeAndre Hopkins. There were already rumors of Cook to the Dolphins and, if the Tyreek Hill incident drags on, they may need a WR as well…
- Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins already missed OTAs due to contract disputes and now he hints that he might miss more practices as well.
- New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley, who was franchise tagged this offseason, has also suggested he could sit out if he doesn’t get a long-term deal;
- Rookie WR Kayshon Boutte reportedly had a “less than ideal” minicamp and is not a lock to make the New England Patriots roster.
- Buffalo Bills star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is reportedly frustrated with his role in the offense and his input in the play-calling.
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Player News
Dolphins signed No. 13 overall pick DT Kenneth Grant to a four-year contract.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that Grant will sign his contract today. The former Michigan defensive tackle is expected to fill a major void left by Christian Wilkins, who left for the Raiders in the 2024 offseason. Grant totaled 32 tackles, three sacks, and seven TFLs in his final season at Michigan and excelled at stopping the run while also generating 27 pressures in his final season, per PFF.
Beat reporter John Hendrix reports that free agent WR Donovan Peoples-Jones is among the 16 players that the Saints will host for their rookie minicamp.
Peoples-Jones last played regular season snaps with the Lions back in 2023, when he caught 13-of-24 targets for 155 yards. He is highly unlikely to return to fantasy relevance at this point but could perhaps sign on as a special teams contributor.
Titans signed fourth-round pick WR Elic Ayomanor to a four-year contract.
Ayomanor will now begin learning behind Calvin Ridley. Although Ayomanor is unlikely to find a meaningful role in year one, dynasty managers should note his status as training camp gets underway this summer. The former Stanford receiver flashed big-play ability in his two college seasons.
Buccaneers signed seventh-round pick WR Tez Johnson to a four-year contract.
Johnson will serve as a rotational deep-threat option for Baker Mayfield. His thin frame (5'10/154) simply does not lend itself to the repeated hits one incurs in a full-time role. Johnson did earn 100-plus targets in his two seasons at Oregon, though. His big-play style make him a better fit in best ball for now, pending any major on-field breakthroughs.
Giants waived DT Casey Rogers.
Rogers was a 2024 undrafted free agent and logged 33 defensive snaps for the Giants in his rookie season. He is credited with zero tackles and/or sacks. He may find his way onto another roster as a practice squad option.
Vikings signed third-round pick WR Tai Felton to a four-year contract.
Felton is quietly in play to challenge Vikings No. 3 WR Jalen Nailor in training camp. Nailor (5'11/190) caught 28-of-42 targets for 414 yards and six touchdowns in his first season as a starter last year, with the latter category buoying his fantasy productivity. Felton (6'1/183), meanwhile, caught 96-of-143 targets for 1,119 yards and nine touchdowns while averaging 2.32 yards per route run in his final college season. Fantasy managers should monitor Felton’s training camp reports this summer, as he could have a matchup-based WR5 role if everything falls into place.