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Defensive backs

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Latest DB developments

Updated Aug 22, 10:17 PM
RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 6:17 PM

Christian McCaffrey Did Not Participate in Practice Saturday

Practice24 player matches
44 Dynasty Impact · Moderate
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RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 6:17 PM

Michael Penix Jr. Cleared for 11-on-11 Work

Other45 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:53 PM

Dolphins claim CB Jai'Onte' McMillan

MIATransaction1 player match
46 Dynasty Impact · Moderate
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:50 PM

Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. cleared for all football activities

ATLOther45 player matches
42 Dynasty Impact · Moderate
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:45 PM

Dolphins linebacker Trey Moore injured vs. Giants

MIANYGInjuryIdp19 player matches
75 Dynasty Impact · High
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:34 PM

Raiders place CB Chigozie Anusiem on IR

LVOther1 player match
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:32 PM

49ers injury updates: De’Zhaun Stribling and Deommodore Lenoir are day-to-day; Jordan James returns

SFInjury74 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:22 PM

Report: Steelers will keep both Will Howard, Drew Allar on the 53-player roster

PITOther34 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:13 PM

Jayden Daniels explains why preseason cameo vs. Lions was ‘very valuable to me’

DETWASPreseason7 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 5:07 PM

Michael Penix cleared for all football activities

Other45 player matches
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Dynasty League Football·Tim Riordan·Aug 22, 5:00 PM

Dynasty Drumbeat: Parker Washington

WASOther6 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 4:48 PM

Geno Smith leads five Jets winners in preseason victory over Pittsburgh Steelers

NYJPITPreseason4 player matches
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RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 4:40 PM

Can Michael Wilson Repeat as a Reliable Fantasy Option in 2026?

Other45 player matches
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RotoBaller·Bruno Mulé·Aug 22, 4:40 PM

Jalen Hurts Looks Ready to Run More in 2026

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RotoBaller·Bruno Mulé·Aug 22, 4:40 PM

Jordan Addison's Redraft Outlook Is Looking Better

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RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 4:40 PM

DeMeco Ryans Thinks Woody Marks Will Have Special Year

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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 4:00 PM

Dan Quinn and Jayden Daniels talk about playing one drive against the Lions

DETOther16 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 4:00 PM

Cowboys Brian Schottenheimer names 10 players who’ve exceeded expectations

DALOther9 player matches
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RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 3:44 PM

James Cook III a Safe Pick with Upside in 2026

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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 3:10 PM

Bo Nix + Jaylen Waddle gives Broncos fans a glimpse of offense’s potential

DENOther11 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 2:53 PM

Texans announce Zay Jones, Sterling Shepard signings; place K.C. Ossai on IR

HOUKCOther6 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 2:51 PM

Jayden Daniels makes a three-play cameo for Commanders at Lions

DETWASOther7 player matches
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Yahoo Sports·Aug 22, 2:45 PM

Dolphins release CB Nick McCloud

MIARelease39 player matches
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RotoBaller·Bruno Mulé·Aug 22, 2:21 PM

Greg Dulcich Worth Another Look in Redraft Leagues

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RotoBaller·Keith Hernandez·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

Josh Jacobs Sits Out Friday's Preseason Action

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RotoBaller·Keith Hernandez·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

Christian McCaffrey Sits Out Second Preseason Contest

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RotoBaller·Wyatt McClintock·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

David Njoku Does Not See a Target in Chargers Debut

LACOther28 player matches
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RotoBaller·Keith Hernandez·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

Skyler Bell Dealing With Groin Injury

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RotoBaller·Will Brady·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

Mike Washington Jr. Earning Praise from His Head Coach

WASCoaching26 player matches
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RotoBaller·Bruno Mulé·Aug 22, 1:34 PM

DeMario Douglas Working His Way Back Into the Redraft Mix

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DBAmani HookerTEN · Year 8
DBAmani OruwariyeBAL · Year 8
DBAmbry ThomasPHI · Year 6
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