Fantasy Football Player News
Also follow all fantasy football player news by
RSS Feed or Twitter
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:14 PM -
The Terrible Podcast — Max Iheanachor Selection, Eagles Snatching Makai Lemon, Steelers’ Day 2 Options & More. Season 16, Episode 125 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right into discussing the Pittsburgh Steelers selecting Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor with their first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. We discuss what the Steelers are getting in Iheanachor, his strengths […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/the-terrible-pod...
George Pickens (WR - PIT)

4/24/26 1:00 PM -
Cowboys Insist They Have ‘Zero Intention’ Of Trading George Pickens Amid Speculation. Many thought the Cowboys would draft a wide receiver last night, a prelude to a George Pickens trade. That won’t happen, or so Dallas claims. In the days leading up to the draft, the team announced it would not negotiate a new contract with Pickens, who had a career year last season after the Cowboys […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/cowboys-insist-t...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 12:00 PM -
Steelers Spent Entire Draft Day ‘Raving’ About Max Iheanachor, Insider Shares. The moment was not a great look for the Pittsburgh Steelers under GM Omar Khan. It’s going to live for a long time, especially with the clip from the green room of USC wide receiver Makai Lemon on the phone with the Steelers before the Philadelphia Eagles shockingly swung a trade with the Dallas Cowboys to […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/steelers-spent-e...
George Pickens (WR - PIT)

4/24/26 11:00 AM -
Cowboys Insist They Have ‘Zero Intention’ Of Trading George Pickens Amid Speculation. Many thought the Cowboys would draft a wide receiver last night, a prelude to a George Pickens trade. That won’t happen, or so Dallas claims. In the days leading up to the draft, the team announced it would not negotiate a new contract with Pickens, who had a career year last season after the Cowboys […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/cowboys-insist-t...
Cleveland Browns (DEF - CLE)

4/24/26 10:46 AM -
2026 NFL Draft Roundup: AFC North Day 1 Recap. In the blink of an eye, the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. Three of the four AFC North teams ended up making first-round picks Thursday night on the North Shore in Pittsburgh. The Cleveland Browns were the first AFC North team to make a selection, and it came after […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/2026-nfl-draft-r...
Mac Jones (QB - JAC)

4/24/26 9:07 AM -
49ers seem to accept Mac Jones reality amid NFL Draft, trade speculation. While speaking with reporters after the 49ers moved out of the draft's first round via a pair of trades, San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that he has accepted the reality of the situation regarding Jones' status for the 2026 season.
Source:
https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/49ers_seem...
Cleveland Browns (DEF - CLE)

4/24/26 7:46 AM -
2026 NFL Draft Roundup: AFC North Day 1 Recap. In the blink of an eye, the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. Three of the four AFC North teams ended up making first-round picks Thursday night on the North Shore in Pittsburgh. The Cleveland Browns were the first AFC North team to make a selection, and it came after […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/2026-nfl-draft-r...
Baltimore Ravens (DEF - BAL)

4/24/26 7:41 AM -
Lamar Jackson Has New Bodyguard In Vega Ioane: ‘Nobody’s Gonna Touch My Quarterback, Simple As That’. The Steelers drafted an offensive lineman in the first round, but not G Vega Ioane, the newest member of the Baltimore Ravens. As is often the case, Steelers fans will find themselves rooting against a pre-draft favorite. And Ioane could sting, as he has the makings of a long, quality career—another Marshal Yanda. And Ioane […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/lamar-jackson-ha...
Mac Jones (QB - JAC)

4/24/26 6:15 AM -
49ers seem to accept Mac Jones reality amid NFL Draft, trade speculation. While speaking with reporters after the 49ers moved out of the draft's first round via a pair of trades, San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that he has accepted the reality of the situation regarding Jones' status for the 2026 season.
Source:
https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/49ers_seem...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 5:30 AM -
Bryant McFadden Labels Steelers Biggest ‘Loser’ Of Draft’s 1st Round. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor with their first pick in the 2026 draft. However, much of the focus is on what the Steelers didn’t do. They were on the phone with USC wide receiver Makai Lemon while the Dallas Cowboys were on the clock at the pick right before them. […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/bryant-mcfadden-...
Philadelphia Eagles (DEF - PHI)

4/24/26 5:15 AM -
Steelers Were ‘Eyeing’ Move To 15th Pick With Buccaneers, Dulac Says. The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ pick is not one many fans seem excited about. Pittsburgh landed a talented tackle prospect in Max Iheanachor, but failed to take Makai Lemon, who was taken one spot ahead of them by the Philadelphia Eagles. However, according to […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/steelers-were-ey...
Matthew Stafford (QB - LAR)

4/24/26 5:08 AM -
NFL executives share strong reactions to Rams selecting QB Ty Simpson in NFL Draft. The Los Angeles Rams officially began preparing for life after reigning regular-season Most Valuable Player Matthew Stafford when they somewhat surprisingly made Simpson the 13th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Source:
https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/nfl_execut...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:57 AM -
Pittsburgh Steelers Select Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor In First Round Of 2026 NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor (pronounced ee-HAW-nuh-chore) with the 21st overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The third first-round offensive tackle of Omar Khan’s first four drafts, Iheanachor is a raw, high-upside player with all the tools to become an impact player for the Steelers’ […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/pittsburgh-steel...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:52 AM -
Rapoport: Steelers Were About To Draft USC WR Makai Lemon When Eagles Traded Up To Steal Him. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor with the No. 21 overall pick, but it sounds like they were set to go in another direction before the Philadelphia Eagles snagged their guy. According to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport, the Steelers were on the phone with USC wide receiver Makai Lemon right […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/rapoport-steeler...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:49 AM -
‘He’s A Steeler’: ASU Coach Hines Ward Gives Seal Of Approval To Pittsburgh’s New Tackle. Pittsburgh Steelers GM Omar Khan has consistently talked about identifying players who fit the culture of the city and franchise in the draft. Normally that’s more of a projection with a few short visits throughout the pre-draft process, but the Steelers had a very reliable source on the inside with good authority to make that […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/hes-a-steeler-as...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:45 AM -
‘Kept Getting Better And Better’: Omar Khan Explains When OT Max Iheanachor Got On Steelers’ Radar. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor with their first-round pick in the 2026 draft. That’s a little surprising, as the Steelers didn’t show much outward interest in him. However, he has been on their radar for a while, as general manager Omar Khan explained. “I would say really when we were […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/kept-getting-bet...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:39 AM -
Omar Khan Says Steelers Had Chance To Trade Down In First Round. The Pittsburgh Steelers were on the clock at No. 21 overall and weren’t eager to move down in the first round. Sticking and picking to select Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor, general manager Omar Khan told reporters he had the chance to move down but opted against the idea. “We field calls, we all talk,” […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/omar-khan-says-s...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:37 AM -
‘A Little Bit Of A Concern:’ Khan Admits Broderick Jones’ Neck Injury Influenced Steelers’ First-Round Selection. The Pittsburgh Steelers made a surprise selection Thursday night in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, landing Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor at No. 21 overall and in the process raising more questions about Broderick Jones’ future. Jones, who is recovering from a season-ending neck injury, had a setback recently, according to […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/thats-a-little-b...
Philadelphia Eagles (DEF - PHI)

4/24/26 2:32 AM -
What is Makai Lemon’s Value In The Fantasy Football Trade Market?.
Every year, a new crop of rookies is injected into the fantasy football landscape. Finding the next superstar can change the trajectory of a dynasty roster or be the catalyst behind winning a redraft championship. Makai Lemon joins the Philadelphia Eagles after the team traded up to acquire his services. What does the future, both […]
Source:
https://www.profootballnetwork.com/fantasy-footbal...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:30 AM -
Mike McCarthy Doesn’t Rule Out Moving Troy Fautanu To Left Tackle. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Iheanachor comes to Pittsburgh having played almost all of his career at right tackle. Of his 2,103 snaps in college, 2,101 of them were at right tackle with just two at left tackle. That led to questions […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/mike-mccarthy-do...
Philadelphia Eagles (DEF - PHI)

4/24/26 2:15 AM -
Steelers Were ‘Eyeing’ Move To 15th Pick With Buccaneers, Dulac Says. The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ pick is not one many fans seem excited about. Pittsburgh landed a talented tackle prospect in Max Iheanachor, but failed to take Makai Lemon, who was taken one spot ahead of them by the Philadelphia Eagles. However, according to […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/steelers-were-ey...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:14 AM -
Listen: Kozora’s Reaction To Steelers Drafting Arizona OT Max Iheanachor. Bringing you guys another video today. Here, we’re reacting to the Pittsburgh Steelers drafting Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. We talk about his traits, skillset, and where the team’s offensive line goes from here. We also discuss the confirmed report that the Steelers were on the […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/listen-kozoras-r...
Kurt Benkert (QB - SF)

4/24/26 2:11 AM -
‘What Are the Rams Doing?’ — Former NFL QB Takes Dig at Los Angeles’ Decision To Draft Ty Simpson.
One of the most eyebrow-raising moves of the 2026 NFL Draft just occurred; the Los Angeles Rams drafted Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. The move is shocking and quite baffling, with former NFL quarterback Kurt Benkert questioning the rationale behind the move. Rams’ Ty Simpson Pick Shocks Kurt Benkert Last season, […]
Source:
https://www.profootballnetwork.com/former-nfl-qb-c...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:06 AM -
Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 Draft Options: Day Two. Day 1 of the 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers draft is in the books. The team walked away with Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor, the third tackle Omar Khan’s drafted in the first round of his four drafts. Day 2 is fast approaching with Friday kicking off at 7 PM/EST. With four picks at No. 53, No. […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/pittsburgh-steel...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:05 AM -
Max Iheanachor Could Be ‘Best Tackle That Comes Out Of This Draft’, Insider Says. The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected Max Iheanachor with the 21st overall pick, an offensive tackle from Arizona State. While he was far from the first tackle to come off the board on Thursday, EssentiallySports’ Tony Pauline thinks he could wind up becoming the best tackle from the entire class. “This is a guy I absolutely […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/max-iheanachor-c...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/24/26 2:03 AM -
Here’s How Experts Graded Steelers Drafting OT Max Iheanachor. For the third time in Omar Khan’s young GM tenure, the Pittsburgh Steelers used their first-round pick to bolster the offensive tackle position. This time, they selected Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor. He wasn’t on many people’s radar for the Steelers’ first-round pick, but he has tremendous upside that, if realized, could make him the […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/heres-how-expert...
Kurt Benkert (QB - SF)

4/23/26 11:11 PM -
‘What Are the Rams Doing?’ — Former NFL QB Takes Dig at Los Angeles’ Decision To Draft Ty Simpson.
One of the most eyebrow-raising moves of the 2026 NFL Draft just occurred; the Los Angeles Rams drafted Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. The move is shocking and quite baffling, with former NFL quarterback Kurt Benkert questioning the rationale behind the move. Rams’ Ty Simpson Pick Shocks Kurt Benkert Last season, […]
Source:
https://www.profootballnetwork.com/former-nfl-qb-c...
Patrick Mahomes (QB - KC)

4/23/26 9:27 PM -
Patrick Mahomes Sends 3-Word Message After Chiefs’ Surprise Selection of Mansoor Delane in NFL Draft.
Patrick Mahomes didn’t hide his excitement over the Kansas City Chiefs’ surprising move in the 2026 NFL Draft, opting to trade up to select Mansoor Delane with the sixth overall pick. To secure the move, the Chiefs sent the No. 9, No. 74, and No. 148 picks to the Cleveland Browns. Patrick Mahomes Reacts to […]
Source:
https://www.profootballnetwork.com/patrick-mahomes...
Michael Pittman (RB - DEN)

4/23/26 1:01 PM -
Michael Pittman Jr. Says ‘It Makes Sense’ For Steelers To Get ‘Younger’ In Wide Receiver Room. The Steelers made a significant investment in wide receiver with Michael Pittman Jr., but even he knows they need to draft reinforcements. Paired with DK Metcalf, they currently have two veteran wide receivers in the late stages of their prime. Outside of them, Roman Wilson is the most notable name as an offensive contributor. That […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/michael-pittman-...
Mason Rudolph (QB - TEN)

4/23/26 1:01 PM -
Steelers’ Radio Silence About Mason Rudolph ‘Just Not A Good Sign’ For Veteran QB, Mark Kaboly Admits. Even the biggest supporter of Mason Rudolph in Steelers media acknowledges the veteran quarterback could be on the ropes. The fact is, the organization has hardly acknowledged his existence at this point, quite the contrary to Will Howard. With Aaron Rodgers expected to return and the attention to the position in the draft, someone will […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/steelers-radio-s...
Pittsburgh Steelers (DEF - PIT)

4/23/26 4:40 AM -
Kozora: What The Steelers Should Do In Round One. I’ve spent plenty of time writing and talking about what I think the Pittsburgh Steelers will do. To say my piece, before the picks get underway, here’s what I would do if I was GM Omar Khan making the call. I’ll keep it short and sweet. If I’m Pittsburgh, my plan begins with a trade. Pittsburgh […]
Source:
https://steelersdepot.com/2026/04/kozora-what-the-...