Detroit Lions hosted a five-player workout at Allen Park: two quarterbacks, Nathan Peterman and C.J. Beathard, and three wideouts, Kendric Pryor, Malik Cunningham, and Jerjuan Newton, as depth-building ahead of Week 1 against Green Bay.

Jared Goff, entering his 10th NFL season, pushed for more responsibility in the offense, while Detroit weighs a veteran backup plan behind him. Peterman’s Falcons practice-squad background and Beathard’s stints with the 49ers, Jaguars, and Dolphins provide ready-made options, and the WR trio adds speed and run-after-catch potential to diversify the passing game.

Five notable fantasy contributors open the season on the PUP list: Brandon Aiyuk, Christian Watson, Tank Dell, Taysom Hill, and Deshaun Watson. Aiyuk targets Week 6 for a 49ers return, Watson will miss at least four, Dell is ramping up from a knee injury, Hill remains an offensive weapon despite ACL rehab, and Watson’s Browns tenure looms as a potential late-season spark. Early weeks demand patience but the upside for the stash-able stars remains elite once they’re back on the field.

With DFS and redraft rosters in flux, savvy managers balance short-term voids against long-term upside. Aiyuk’s return could re-establish a top-3 SF receiving dynamic, Watson’s midseason reentry could unlock Cleveland’s aerial game, and Hill’s gadgetry remains a fantasy lever once fully healed. Dell’s timetable keeps Texans’ pass game in flux, making dynasty and hold-or-stash moves essential in shallow leagues.

Tennessee’s Tyjae Spears will miss the remainder of the preseason due to a high ankle sprain, with team officials hopeful he can return for Week 1 against Denver. Spears has battled injuries in recent seasons but flashed multi-tools as a rookie (453 rushing yards, 2 rushing TDs and 52 receptions for 385 yards; 536 total yards and 5 TDs last year). The injury opens up backfield opportunities in the short term as Tennessee leans on Pollard and a pair of backups to absorb carries as Spears heals.

In the near term, Pollard is positioned for a larger workload after a Pro Bowl-caliber season that saw 1,079 rushing yards. Kalel Mullings and Julius Chestnut figure to benefit if Spears’ absence extends, with Mullings’ 948 rushing yards and 12 TDs at Michigan and Chestnut’s 22-carry tally last season providing a path to increased touches. Fantasy managers should monitor Spears’ timeline and the Titans’ depth chart as Week 1 looms against Denver.

The Tennessee Titans are making significant changes this offseason as they build their roster under new general manager Mike Borgonzi. Recently, the team announced the signing of defensive lineman Carlos Watkins and the addition of linebacker Amari Burney, who was claimed off waivers from the Las Vegas Raiders. To accommodate these new players, the Titans released veteran defensive lineman Abdullah Anderson, who played with the team last season. These moves signal the Titans' commitment to revamping their roster during the rookie minicamps, as they assess which players align with their future vision.

The Las Vegas Raiders ended their losing streak with a narrow 19-14 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars, marking their third victory of the season. Coach Antonio Pierce's squad showcased a strong defensive performance, and now they aim to build momentum in their final two games.

Key players stepping up include running back Ameer Abdullah, who led the team in rushing and receiving yards, defensive back Thomas Harper, who has impressed as a rookie, and linebacker Amari Burney, who is being evaluated for a potential future role.