Footballguys #134 - 8/31 - Updated Draft Lists, News And Notes And MORE

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Use Promo Code [FootballGuys]() to receive a free 7-day trial on your first $1,000 in rake-free entries with our Starter Plan! --------------------------------------------------------------- [Footballguys.com]( Footballguys #134 - 8/31 - Updated Draft Lists, News And Notes And MORE Volume 21, #134 -- Saturday Night, August 31st, 2019 Note: Unsubscribe instructions are at the bottom of this email [View in Web Browser]( Howdy {NAME}, Welcome to Sunday. Your head may still be spinning from all the moves but don't worry - we've got you covered with updated everything. Let the other guys in your league draft with Thursday's cheatsheets. You'll be covered. Let's get to it. J SITE NEWS A. [605 teams left - Footballguys Players Championship (FPC)]() The 2019 season brings a midstakes $250,000 Grand Prize, $2,350+ in league prizes, and championship round payouts all the way down to 800th place. The overall prize pool exceeds $2.3 million. We have live draft commissioners to ensure that every draft runs smoothly and all prizes are placed in our attorney escrow account. Here are open draft times available the next few days (all times Eastern): - ** Sunday, September 1st - 10am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 9pm, 10pm, 11pm, 11:55pm - ** Monday, September 2nd - 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, 9pm, 10pm, 11pm, 11:55pm - Tuesday, September 3rd - 10:30am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 11pm, 11:55pm - Wednesday, September 4th - 10am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 11pm, 11:55pm - Thursday, September 5th - 10am, 1pm, 4pm, 5:30pm ** Draft-A-Thon drafts will donate $50 per draft to [Homeboy Industries](. B. [Updated PPR Top 250]() Our Sigmund Bloom with a look at the top 250 players in PPR leagues. C. [The Master Plan for 2019]( Our Sigmund Bloom with his master plan for drafts in 2019. D. [Updated Top 300 List]() Our David Dodds with his Top 300 players. E. [Updated PPR Top 300 List]() Our David Dodds with his Top 300 players. This one is for PPR scoring. F. [Updated Top 300 Draft List]() Our David Dodds takes the Top 300 players and factors them against Average Draft Position to get a list like we'd actually draft with. G. [Updated PPR Top 300 Draft List]() Our David Dodds takes the Top 300 players and factors them against Average Draft Position to get a list like we'd actually draft with. This one is for PPR scoring. H. [Preseason Waiver Wire Rankings and Suggested Bids](=) Our Sigmund Bloom with a ranking of the best preseason waiver wire candidates and suggested bids for them. I. [Hidden Value or Damaged Goods? When to Draft Injured Players]( Our Dr. Jene Bramel weighs on in when is it safe to draft Todd Gurley, Cam Newton, Amari Cooper, Sony Michel, A.J. Green, and others? [] INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1. [MIA - Miami trades WR Kenny Stills, Laremy Tunsil](#1) 2. [HOU - WR Kenny Stills, Laremy Tunsil joining Texans](#2) 3. [DAL - RB Ezekiel Elliott talks heating up](#3) 4. [NE - WR Demaryius Thomas released](#4) 5. [SEA - DE Jadeveon Clowney deal agreed with SEA](#5) 6. [BUF - RB LeSean McCoy released](#6) 7. [SF - RB Jerick McKinnon out for season](#7) 8. [LAC - RB Melvin Gordon can seek trade](#8) 9. [HOU - Houston adds RB Carlos Hyde](#9) 10. [LAC - RB LeSean McCoy of interest to Chargers](#10) 11. [NYG - WR Golden Tate on suspended list](#11) 12. [TB - RB Andre Ellington released](#12) 13. [SEA - J.D. McKissic released](#13) 14. [CIN - WR A.J. Green avoids IR](#14) 15. [NO - RB Devine Ozigbo waived](#15) 16. [CLE - Cleveland acquired WR Taywan Taylor](#16) 17. [PHI - RB Wendell Smallwood waived](#17) 18. [GB - QB DeShone Kizer cut](#18) 19. [DEN - Denver interested in QB Brian Hoyer](#19) 20. [NYJ - Jachai Polite cut](#20) 21. [CIN - QB Jeff Driskel placed on IR](#21) 22. [DEN - Kevin Hogan let go](#22) 23. [OAK - WR Keelan Doss waived](#23) 24. [SF - WR Jordan Matthews does not make team](#24) 25. [LAC - QB Cardale Jones released](#25) 26. [PHI - RB Josh Adams waived](#26) 27. [HOU - WR Will Fuller ready for Week 1](#27) 28. [SEA - QB Geno Smith the backup in Seattle](#28) 29. [DAL - WR Amari Cooper to return to practice](#29) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 1. [MIA - Miami trades WR Kenny Stills, Laremy Tunsil](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero Miami Dolphins WR [Kenny Stills]( and OT Laremy Tunsil were traded to the Houston Texans Saturday, Aug. 31, in exchange for two first-round draft choices, a second-round draft choice, CB Johnson Bademosi and OT Julie'n Davenport, according to sources. The Texans will also receive a fourth-round draft choice in the trade. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Dolphins are in tank mode, whether they want to admit it or not. They'll get some draft capital but if the Texans are as good as they could be, then those picks might be near the end of the first round and certainly not ultra-premium picks. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 2. [HOU - WR Kenny Stills, Laremy Tunsil joining Texans](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero Miami Dolphins WR [Kenny Stills]( and OT Laremy Tunsil were acquired by the Houston Texans Saturday, Aug. 31, in exchange for two first-round draft choices, a second-round draft choice, CB Johnson Bademosi and OT Julie'n Davenport, according to sources. The Texans will also receive a fourth-round draft choice in the trade. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It's a huge win for the Texans as Tunsil will shore up their offensive line as a blind-side protector for Deshaun Watson. Stills gives the team better veteran depth at the wide receiver position. With Keke Coutee banged up...again...the Texans can plug Stills into the No. 3 wide receiver role behind DeAndre Hopkins and Will Fuller. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 3. [DAL - RB Ezekiel Elliott talks heating up]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Dallas Cowboys RB [Ezekiel Elliott]('s contract talks are intensifying with both sides looking to strike a deal this weekend, according to sources. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Deals get done at deadlines in the NFL. With the regular season fast approaching, the Cowboys may be more inclined to get Elliott in the fold. Stay tuned. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 4. [NE - WR Demaryius Thomas released](=) Source: Patriots.com New England Patriots WR [Demaryius Thomas]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Thomas had a monster game in the Patriots preseason finale but it wasn't enough to get him on the 53-man roster. This could have been a cost-cutting move by the Patriots as they save around $2.7 million on the cap with this transaction. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 5. [SEA - DE Jadeveon Clowney deal agreed with SEA]() Source: FOXSports.com - Jay Glazer Updating previous reports, Houston Texans LB Jadeveon Clowney is part of a deal with parameters agreed upon with the Seattle Seahawks Saturday, Aug 31. The deal is contingent on all players passing physicals, but it's believed Clowney is headed to take his with the Seahawks. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Seahawks get a great deal here and a much-needed boost to the defensive line. Clowney was franchise-tagged by the Texans and cannot negotiate a new contract with Seattle until after the season. If the team were to lose him next offseason, they would get a third-round pick in exchange. It's a win/win for Seahawks GM John Schneider. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 6. [BUF - RB LeSean McCoy released]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Buffalo Bills RB [LeSean McCoy]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] McCoy's landing spot may be difficult to predict, especially with a team like the Texans already trading (Carlos Hyde) to strengthen their running back corps. The veteran still has talent but could be at the stage of his career where a backup or part-time role is best. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 7. [SF - RB Jerick McKinnon out for season]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter San Francisco 49ers RB [Jerick McKinnon]( (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Aug. 31, and he will be out for the entire season. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] McKinnon just struggled to get healthy and now will be shut down for all of 2019. This is after he missed all of the 2018 season with this knee problem. McKinnon is likely to get released next spring and will have to prove that he's healthy just to get a shot somewhere else if/when he's released. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 8. [LAC - RB Melvin Gordon can seek trade](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Los Angeles Chargers RB [Melvin Gordon]( has been granted permission to seek a trade, according to sources. He'll explore his options, which could include returning. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] We'll see if something can get worked out before the start of the regular season next week. Gordon reportedly had an offer from the Chargers that would pay him around $10 million annually but is looking for more. We'll see if the Chargers can find a trade partner, actually work something out with Gordon, or just sign LeSean McCoy in free agency and call it good. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 9. [HOU - Houston adds RB Carlos Hyde]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Kansas City Chiefs RB [Carlos Hyde]( was acquired by the Houston Texans Saturday, Aug. 31, in exchange for OT Martinas Rankin. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Hyde wasn't going to make the Chiefs final roster, largely due to the emergence of guys like Darwin Thompson. The Texans need running back help after losing Lamar Miller for the season with a knee injury. Hyde will compete for snaps/touches behind starter Duke Johnson Jr. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 10. [LAC - RB LeSean McCoy of interest to Chargers]() Source: WIVB - Josh Reed Free-agent RB [LeSean McCoy]( (Bills) is of interest to the Los Angeles Chargers, according to sources. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The move makes sense, especially with Melvin Gordon's continued holdout. Head coach Anthony Lynn was the Buffalo Bills' offensive coordinator in 2016 when McCoy ran for 1,267 yards and 13 touchdowns. Stay tuned. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 11. [NYG - WR Golden Tate on suspended list]( Source: Giants.com - Michael Eisen New York Giants WR [Golden Tate]( was placed on the Reserve/Suspended list Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Tate took a banned fertility substance and was suspended four games by the NFL. That suspension begins now that teams are in regular season mode. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 12. [TB - RB Andre Ellington released]() Source: The Athletic - Greg Auman Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB [Andre Ellington]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Ellington had experience under Bruce Arians from their days in Arizona, but that wasn't enough for him to make the 53-man roster. The Bucs have seen Dare Ogunbowale emerge in that change-of-pace role, and Ogunbowale is an explosive player we're watching closely in deep dynasty formats. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 13. [SEA - J.D. McKissic released]() Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta Seattle Seahawks RB [J.D. McKissic]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] McKissic was mainly a receiving back for the Seahawks. With him gone, expect more work in the passing game for guys like Chris Carson and Rashaad Penny. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 14. [CIN - WR A.J. Green avoids IR](=) Source: Bengals.com - Geoff Hobson Cincinnati Bengals WR [A.J. Green]( (ankle) won't be placed on the Reserve/Injured-Return list as the team feels he'll be back before the first eight weeks. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Green had a 6-8 week timetable when he first had ankle surgery last month. The team feels confident he's on track for that, which could put Green back in the lineup around Week 3 or Week 4. Tyler Boyd should get a ton of work in Green's absence. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 15. [NO - RB Devine Ozigbo waived](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport New Orleans Saints RB Devine Ozigbo was waived Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Ozigbo was picked up as a college free agent out of Nebraska this year. He looked decent during the preseason and should find a spot on the Saints practice squad. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 16. [CLE - Cleveland acquired WR Taywan Taylor]( Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt Tennessee Titans WR [Taywan Taylor]( was acquired by the Cleveland Browns Saturday, Aug. 31, in exchange for a 2020 draft choice. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Taylor gets a fresh start with the Browns now. He caught 37 passes for the Titans last year but never quite played up to his potential. Taylor can play outside or in the slot for the Browns in 2019. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 17. [PHI - RB Wendell Smallwood waived](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Philadelphia Eagles RB [Wendell Smallwood]( was waived Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Eagles backfield was cramped this offseason and that's why they let go of Smallwood and Josh Adams on Saturday. A fifth-round pick out of West Virginia in the 2016 NFL draft, Smallwood might latch on with a new team in need of a pass-catching back. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 18. [GB - QB DeShone Kizer cut]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter and Rob Demovsky Green Bay Packers QB [DeShone Kizer]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] So much for that experiment. Through two seasons, Kizer has thrown 11 touchdowns to 24 interceptions. He'll look for work in a quarterback desperate league that is the NFL but we don't have high hopes for his production no matter where he lands. The Packers move on with Tim Boyle as the No. 2 quarterback behind Aaron Rodgers...for now. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 19. [DEN - Denver interested in QB Brian Hoyer]( Source: ESPN - Dianna Marie Russini Free-agent QB [Brian Hoyer]( (Patriots) is receiving interest from the Denver Broncos, according to sources. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Don't be surprised to see this move made. Joe Flacco doesn't have a healthy backup right now with 2019 second-round pick Drew Lock (thumb) banged up. Hoyer played under Broncos OC Rich Scangarello when the two were with the 49ers in 2017. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 20. [NYJ - Jachai Polite cut]() Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero New York Jets third-round pick DE Jachai Polite was waived Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Polite, a third-round pick out of Florida, was already a boom/bust pick when the Jets added him earlier in the spring. However, not making the 53-man roster as a rookie is a bit shocking. Polite is known to put QBs under duress when healthy and motivated. We should see him snatched up rather quickly. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 21. [CIN - QB Jeff Driskel placed on IR](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Cincinnati Bengals QB [Jeff Driskel]( (hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Aug. 31, according to a source. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Driskel has some talent but he gets banged up quite a bit. The Bengals will now have rookie Ryan Finley as the No. 2 quarterback behind Andy Dalton in 2019. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 22. [DEN - Kevin Hogan let go](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Denver Broncos QB [Kevin Hogan]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31, according to sources. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Hogan was largely unimpressive during the preseason and training camp. He was on his way out the door when rookie second-round pick Drew Lock took over as the No. 2 quarterback...then Lock was hurt in the preseason with a thumb injury. That opened a door for Hogan over the final two preseason games but he couldn't do enough to earn a roster spot. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 23. [OAK - WR Keelan Doss waived]() Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo Oakland Raiders WR Keelan Doss was waived Saturday, Aug. 31. If he clears waivers, they'll attempt to re-sign him to the practice squad. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Doss, an undrafted free agent out of UC Davis in 2019, is not a burner but makes plays with size and route savvy. He set school records in touchdowns (29) and all-purpose yards (4,218), and there's clearly something there if the Raiders can keep him around as a developmental prospect. We'll monitor him in dynasty formats. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 24. [SF - WR Jordan Matthews does not make team]() Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo San Francisco 49ers WR [Jordan Matthews]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31, according to a source. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Matthews spent a majority of the preseason working as the first-team slot receiver. With Trent Taylor banged up, the thought was that Matthews could at least keep the seat warm while Taylor healed. Now, Matthews will try to get a new home with a declining skill set. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 25. [LAC - QB Cardale Jones released]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Los Angeles Chargers QB [Cardale Jones]( was released Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Chargers have Tyrod Taylor as the backup to Philip Rivers. Rookie Easton Stick hangs around as a No. 3/developmental quarterback. Jones has a big arm but struggles with consistency as a passer. We'll see if Jones can latch on with a new team. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 26. [PHI - RB Josh Adams waived]() Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo Philadelphia Eagles RB [Josh Adams]( was waived Saturday, Aug. 31. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Eagles have a cramped backfield with Jordan Howard as the lead back and rookie Miles Sanders in the mix. Adams had 511 yards last year as an undrafted rookie and might latch on with a new team in search of a power back. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 27. [HOU - WR Will Fuller ready for Week 1]( Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson Houston Texans WR [Will Fuller]( (knee) is ready to go for Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Bill O'Brien. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Fuller is coming off a torn ACL that he suffered in Week 8 last year. It's great news for the Texans passing game as Fuller should be able to take advantage of single coverage with DeAndre Hopkins getting so much attention from the defense on the other side of the field. Fuller is easily a flex play with WR2 upside. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 28. [SEA - QB Geno Smith the backup in Seattle]( Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Josh Alper Seattle Seahawks QB [Geno Smith]( will serve as the backup quarterback this season. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Smith beat out 2016 first-round pick (Broncos) Paxton Lynch. Even with a minor knee issue in the preseason, Smith did enough to earn the No. 2 job behind Russell Wilson. Perhaps Lynch can stay on the team's practice squad. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 29. [DAL - WR Amari Cooper to return to practice]( Source: The Athletic - Jon Machota Dallas Cowboys WR [Amari Cooper]( (heel) is expected to return to practice next week, owner Jerry Jones said Friday, Aug. 30. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] This is the expected path for Cooper. He's missed time in training camp and the preseason with the team planning to have him back at the start of the regular season. Cooper is a WR1 for Fantasy GMs in 2019. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- That'll do it for today, Folks. 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