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Former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Frank LeMaster has died at the age of 71.
The Eagles announced Saturday that LeMaster died on Thursday. There were no details regarding the cause of his death.
LeMaster spent all nine seasons of his NFL career with Philadelphia after being selected by the Eagles in the fourth round (89th overall) of the 1974 draft. He was a Pro Bowl selection in 1981, one season after helping Philadelphia reach its first ever Super Bowl before losing to the Oakland Raiders.
In 129 career games (115 starts), LeMaster recorded 10 interceptions and seven fumble recoveries. He scored three defensive touchdowns, two of which were pick-6s, and never missed a game in his career -- starting every game in each of his final eight seasons.
LeMaster played one season at Kentucky (1971) and was inducted into the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007.
Free-agent linebacker Krys Barnes agreed to a one-year deal with the Cardinals. He has spent his three-year career in Green Bay, totaling 190 tackles and three sacks (35 games). However, he played only six games last season because of an ankle injury. That said, the 24-year-old likely won't have any IDP value in 2023-24. But the acquisition of Barnes is a step in the right direction for the Cardinals defense, a squad that needed an off-ball linebacker.
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Free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. remains unsigned after holding a private workout at the beginning of March. While several teams have reportedly expressed interest, with the Jets, Giants, and Bills rumored to be in the hunt, it appears the Chiefs haven't ruled out adding the wideout, either. "Odell is a good football player," stated head coach Andy Reid, who responded to a question from NFL Network's Steve Wyche during an interview on Saturday morning. "Yeah, he does a nice job. So, we'll see how all that goes." Beckham has totaled 531 catches for 7,367 yards and 56 touchdowns throughout his career. He spent his most recent season with the Rams. But he tore his ACL in Super Bowl LVI and hasn't played since. Nevertheless, this won't be the last we hear about Beckham moving ahead. However, Kansas City could be an ideal landing spot for the 30-year-old, considering the team lost JuJu Smith-Schuster and Mecole Hardman to free agency.
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Free-agent offensive lineman Kyle Fuller has agreed to a deal with the Broncos. The 29-year-old has bounced around the league since being taken in the seventh round of the 2017 NFL Draft, making stops in Houston, Washington, and Miami before landing in Seattle. He played the last three seasons with the Seahawks, including two with quarterback Russell Wilson. It's no secret the Broncos offensive line was a disaster during the 2022-23 campaign. While the acquisition isn't as significant as some of the other moves the team has made to improve the line, Fuller's presence provides much-needed depth, which is good news for Wilson.
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Free-agent linebacker Bobby Wagner agreed to a one-year, $7 million deal with Seattle on Saturday. The 2012 second-round pick spent his entire career with the Seahawks before his release in March 2022. He then inked a lucrative multi-year agreement with the Rams. However, his tenure in Los Angeles would be short-lived, with both sides mutually parting ways after only one season. But now, he'll return to the Seahawks, a team committed to improving things on the defensive end. Wagner, who has 1,523 total tackles, 29.5 sacks, and 13 interceptions on his resume, is an eight-time Pro Bowler and six-time All-Pro. Without a doubt, the 32-year-old will be welcomed back with open arms, and his presence should make the Seahawks defense more attractive to fantasy managers.
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According to NFL Media's Tom Pelissero, tight end Zach Gentry will remain with the Steelers. Gentry, a 2019 fifth-round pick, has appeared in 38 games for Pittsburgh in the last four seasons, compiling 39 catches for 303 yards. While the Steelers will get a familiar face back in the mix, his minimal statistical contributions over the years won't mean much from a fantasy standpoint. Gentry's return also won't negatively impact Pat Freiermuth, who should continue to operate as the undisputed No. 1 tight end on the depth chart.
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Free-agent defensive end Calais Campbell has upcoming visits with the Bills and Jets. The veteran, who was released by the Ravens this offseason in a cost-cutting move, has already made stops in Atlanta and Jacksonville as he looks to continue his career in the National Football League. He finished last season with 36 total tackles and a respectable 5.5 sacks in 14 appearances. However, he's battled injuries over the years and seen a decline in production. While Campbell's best days are likely behind him, he may have a few more potent performances left in the tank and should provide value to any defensive squad during the 2023-24 campaign.
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According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Cardinals are looking for a "Christian McCaffrey package" for wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. In October, the Panthers received a 2023 second, third, and fourth-round pick (and a 2024 fifth-round selection) from San Francisco for McCaffrey. However, factoring in Hopkins' age and hefty salary, getting a similar deal in return may prove difficult for the rebuilding Cardinals. That said, Hopkins has been one of the league's most productive wideouts during his career, amassing 853 catches for 11,298 yards and 71 touchdowns, so he will naturally draw interest from teams needing to fill a void on offense. But also considering the All-Pro appeared in just 19 games over the last two seasons because of injuries and a suspension, resulting in a decline in production, it will be interesting to see if any club is willing to adhere to Arizona's rumored demand.
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The Dolphins have re-signed cornerback Justin Bethel, the team announced on Friday. The 32-year-old has totaled 263 tackles, nine forced fumbles, seven fumble recoveries, and five picks in 176 games. However, he's been the most potent on special teams during his career, earning three Pro Bowl trips because of his success in that area. That said, his individual statistical contributions should remain limited, so IDP managers won't benefit much by adding him to the roster.
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According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Bengals "are looming large" regarding a potential deal with free-agent running back Ezekiel Elliott. Cincinnati is looking to bolster its backfield, so adding the former Buckeye could be on the radar. However, it's still unknown if the Bengals plan on retaining Joe Mixon, although the team could save roughly $8 million against the cap by cutting ties with him. It's no secret the franchise wants to keep Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins moving forward. As a result, adding Elliott may be a logical approach, especially if things align from a fiscal sense. But it could also signal the end of Mixon's career in Cincinnati.
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The Panthers traded kicker Zane Gonzalez to the 49ers on Friday. Carolina had initially announced it would be releasing the veteran. Instead, he'll now be heading west, with San Francisco filling a void on offense. Gonzalez has made just 80.5% of his field goal tries during his career, so he hasn't been the most efficient kicker. The 27-year-old also missed the entire 2022 campaign because of a groin injury suffered in the preseason. That said, it's unlikely Gonzalez will draw much interest from fantasy managers this season, although that could change if he turns things around and stays healthy.
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Dynasty | The Browns have signed wide receiver Marquise Goodwin to a one-year deal. Dynasty Analysis: The Browns have Amari Cooper, Elijah Moore, and Donovan Peoples-Jones to man the top three spots in their receiving corps, so Goodwin will likely serve as a situational deep threat and depth replacement. He had some success in Seattle last year, but will stay off the dynasty radar for the moment, despite the Browns moving towards a more pass-centric offense with Deshaun Watson. Goodwin can stay on watch lists and not on dynasty rosters for the time being.
Dynasty | The Broncos have signed free agent wide receiver Marquez Callaway. Dynasty Analysis: Callaway was once a prized dynasty league prospect, but he flamed out in New Orleans over the past couple of seasons, hitting rock bottom last season with just a 16/158/1 line. However, he finds renewed hope being reunited with Sean Payton in Denver. There will likely need to be a trade or two for Callaway to be relevant again with the Broncos, but he should remain on watch lists for the moment. He currently comes in as our WR118.
Dynasty | The Ravens have signed free agent wide receiver Nelson Agholor. Dynasty Analysis: The deal is for one year and $3.25 million. It's a solid signing for the Ravens, who have a habit of signing aging veteran wide receivers, but not one that's going to move the needle much in dynasty leagues. Agholor has had his moments during his time with the Eagles, Patriots, and Raiders, but has simply never been much of a difference maker. He's currently our WR121 and not much more than a roster clogger at this point in his career.
Dynasty | The Panthers have signed wide receiver DJ Chark. Dynasty Analysis: Chark will pair with the newly signed Adam Thielen in a revamped receiving corps for the Panthers and snatched a one-year deal worth $5 million in the process. Carolina traded DJ Moore to secure the top pick in the draft, so they did well to replace him with another DJ, though this one hasn't quite been as successful as Moore, historically. Still, Chark has proven to be a serviceable deep threat at the very least and while durability has been a concern at times, Chark should be a solid addition to the Panthers arsenal. While he hasn't had a 1,000 season since 2019, Chark will again be in a contract season and be out to secure a long-term deal. His ranking of WR63 should tick up even though he'll be catching passes from a rookie next season.
Free-agent wide receiver Steven Sims agreed to a deal with the Texans on Friday. The 25-year-old, who played with the Steelers last season, has appeared in 40 games during his career, pulling in 75 catches for 679 yards. He also has five career touchdowns, although he's had just one trip to the end zone in the previous three seasons. There's a chance Sims could move up the depth chart. However, he'll probably get most of his work on special teams, which won't do anything for his fantasy value.
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Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said the team remains in contact with free-agent linebacker Bobby Wagner. Seattle needs another veteran linebacker, and it's their most pressing need, which could align the stars for a reunion between the two sides in 2023. The 32-year-old mutually agreed to part ways with the Los Angeles Rams after just one year. Wagner led LA with 140 tackles and also posted a career-high six sacks, so he's still one of the best real-life and IDP linebackers in the NFL. The Seahawks took him in the second round back in 2012, and Wagner was named a first-team All-Pro in six of his 10 seasons in Seattle. A reunion to close out his career with the team would be fitting.
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The Denver Broncos have reached an agreement with free-agent wide receiver Marquez Callaway. The 24-year-old is reunited with head coach Sean Payton after spending the two last seasons with him in New Orleans. Callaway struggled last season, but posted 46 receptions, 698 yards, and six touchdowns in 2021. That being said, the potential is there for Callaway to be a successful receiver in the league. Sadly, he'll have to compete with Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy, Tim Patrick, and K.J. Hamler for snaps in Denver. Possibly, Callaway could have value if someone gets injured or traded. Until then, Callaway can be ignored in fantasy formats heading into the new season.
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Free-agent wide receiver Marquise Goodwin has signed with the Cleveland Browns. It appears the two sides have agreed on a one-year deal, but the salary is unknown at this moment. The veteran wideout posted 27 receptions, 387 yards, and four touchdowns in 13 games with the Seattle Seahawks last season. The 32-year-old hasn't posted a 400-yard season since 2017. To be fair, the 2017 campaign was the last time that Goodwin was a full-time starter. The expectation is that Goodwin will serve as the fourth option behind Amari Cooper, Elijah Moore, and Donovan Peoples-Jones. That being said, it's hard to imagine Goodwin having much value unless one or two other receivers get injured.
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Carolina Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez has been released by the organization. This is odd timing considering the Panthers recently said they were going to stick with Gonzalez. Now, they've re-signed kicker Eddy Pineiro to a two-year deal and parted ways with Gonzalez. The 27-year-old missed all of last season due to a groin issue. Gonzalez has five years of experience under his belt, so he should be able to find another opportunity. However, his career 80.5 field goal percentage doesn't scream reliable kicker. Gonzalez should get a chance with another organization to at least prove himself in camp.
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The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a deal with free-agent defensive back Terrell Edmunds. He's a former first round pick who has spent the last five seasons as a starter with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The expectation is that Edmunds is going to fill the vacant spot left by C.J. Gardner-Johnson who signed with the Detroit Lions. Edmunds is a durable and fairly reliable defensive back. He has played 15 games or more in each of his first five seasons. Edmunds isn't the best in pass coverage, but a serviceable option on a one-year deal.
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