Cam Newton turned loose

Aug 10, 2014

On a rainy day when you'd think the Panthers would be careful with their franchise quarterback recovering from offseason ankle surgery, they turned him loose.

Cam Newton ran the read option and was allowed to scramble for the first time in training camp. He did it under a steady downpour and showed no issues.

Fantasy Impact:

We just had a story about Newton still feeling discomfort in his foot, so this is quite a turnaround, especially, as the story indicated, since the conditions weren't ideal. Good news for potential Newton owners that he's getting his wheels back to normal. This is also after WR Kelvin Benjamin showed signs of being ready to take on a big role in the offense.

Apr 25

Eagles to sign WR A.J. Brown to three-year extension

Ian Rapoport

Apr 25 · 8:11 PM EDT

The Eagles and star WR A.J. Brown agreed to terms on a new 3-year extension for $96M, the highest for any WR in NFL history. He’s now under contract through 2029 & his total guarantee of $84M is also the highest.

Related Players: DeVonta Smith, DeVante Parker, Parris Campbell

Fantasy Impact:

The Eagles are not messing around with their top two receivers, inking this deal just 10 days after locking in DeVonta Smith. Jalen Hurts remains insulated with high-level talent.

Apr 24

Lions extend WR Amon-Ra St. Brown

Ian Rapoport

Apr 24 · 12:24 PM EDT

The Lions have a deal for one of the top young talents. They agreed on an extension for WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. He gets four years and more than $120M, with $77M guaranteed.

Fantasy Impact:

Good move for the Lions, who lock in their No. 1 pass-catching option. They will still likely address the position in the NFL Draft, but that shouldn't impact St. Brown.

Apr 22

The Jets are trading QB Zach Wilson to Broncos

Diana Russini

Apr 22 · 2:52 PM EDT

The Jets are trading QB Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos. The deal: Wilson and a 7th to Denver for a 6th.

Related Players: Jarrett Stidham

Fantasy Impact:

It's hard to picture this prohibiting the team from taking a QB in the NFL Draft but it certainly insulates them a little bit if they end up unable to move up where they want. Wilson's dynasty SuperFlex value will at least improve in the short term.

Cam Newton turned loose

Eagles to sign WR A.J. Brown to three-year extension

Lions extend WR Amon-Ra St. Brown

The Jets are trading QB Zach Wilson to Broncos

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