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Former TCU linebacker Dee Winters has been traded from the San Francisco 49ers to the Dallas Cowboys. Winters, who played in 47 games over three seasons with the 49ers, brings veteran experience to the Cowboys' defensive unit. The trade, which involved the Cowboys giving up a draft pick, is now finalized, marking a significant roster addition for Dallas as they prepare for the upcoming season.
The Miami Dolphins selected Missouri WR Kevin Coleman Jr. with the 177th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Coleman, who played at Jackson State, Louisville, Mississippi State, and Missouri, led his team in receptions (66) and receiving yards (732) this past season. Standing 5'10" and 179 pounds, he is projected as a slot-only weapon. Coleman brings significant experience from his collegiate tour but faces questions regarding his fantasy ceiling due to his limited target depth.
The Dallas Cowboys utilized their compensatory draft pick, awarded for the loss of Jourdan Lewis in free agency, during the 2026 NFL Draft. The selection process for this pick has been completed, with the team looking to address roster needs as they finalize their draft class. Lewis is currently with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Indiana TE Riley Nowakowski in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Nowakowski served as an in-line blocker and safety valve for the Indiana offense. Among 27 combine-invited TEs, he ranked 15th in receiving yard market share (13.7%), 11th in yards per team pass attempt (1.25), and ninth in yards per route run (1.68). He is expected to provide depth and versatility to the Steelers' tight end group.
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Cincinnati WR Cyrus Allen with the 176th overall pick. After stints at Louisiana Tech and Texas A&M, Allen led the Bearcats in receiving, recording 13 TDs. Despite being undersized at 5'11" and 183 pounds, he posted a 32.8% dominator rating and 2.42 yards per route. Allen is a twitchy route runner with strong ball skills who primarily operated from the slot, where he ran 92% of his routes last year, making him a potential immediate contributor in the slot.
The Philadelphia Eagles have utilized the compensatory draft pick awarded to them following the departure of Mekhi Becton. The team completed the selection process during the 2026 NFL Draft as part of their strategy to strengthen the roster. The Eagles are now integrating their new draft picks into the team's framework for the upcoming season.
The Baltimore Ravens selected Clemson RB Adam Randall in Round 5 of the 2026 NFL Draft (174th overall). Randall, who switched from WR to RB late in 2024, led Clemson with 814 rushing yards and 10 TDs in 2025. At 6’2, 235 pounds, he brings rare size. Among 20 combine-invited RBs, he ranked fifth in 2025 rushing market share (49.5%) and 13th in yards after contact per attempt (3.13).
The Detroit Lions have officially utilized the compensatory draft pick acquired following the departure of veteran Kevin Zeitler.
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson in the fifth round (161st overall). In 2025, Johnson recorded 1,451 rushing yards and 46 receptions. Among 20 Combine-invited RBs, he ranked first in rushing market share (82.4%) and fourth in missed tackles forced per attempt (0.27). The 22-year-old also ranked sixth in receiving yards per route run (1.27), showcasing his dual-threat ability as he joins the Chiefs' offensive rotation.
The Baltimore Ravens selected Alabama TE Josh Cuevas in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Cuevas recorded 37 catches for 411 yards and 4 TDs. Among 27 combine-invited TEs, he ranked 13th in team market share of receptions (15.4%) and 14th in receiving yards (14.0%). He offers blocking upside and will compete with fellow draftee Matthew Hibner for the No. 2 tight end role.
The Baltimore Ravens selected SMU tight end Matthew Hibner with the 133rd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. A transfer from Michigan, Hibner posted career highs of 31-436-4 for the Mustangs. Among 27 combine-invited tight ends, he ranked third in average depth of target (8.8) and 12th in 2025 market share of receiving yards (18.3%). The Ravens view him as a potential No. 2 tight end to add depth to their passing attack.
Bryce Lance, the brother of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Trey Lance, was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The selection of the standout North Dakota State wide receiver highlights the athletic pedigree of the Lance family as Bryce begins his professional career in New Orleans.
The New Orleans Saints selected North Dakota State wide receiver Bryce Lance with the 136th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Lance, the brother of Cowboys QB Trey Lance, posted back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons at NDSU. He averaged 21.2 yards per catch in 2025 and recorded an elite 3.57 yards per route run. Known for his boundary size and tracking ability, Lance provides a new offensive weapon for quarterback Tyler Shough.
The New York Jets utilized the compensatory draft pick received following the departure of offensive lineman Morgan Moses during the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Cleveland Browns selected Cincinnati TE Joe Royer in Round 5 of the 2026 NFL Draft. A former Ohio State transfer, Royer posted 29-416-4 in 2025. He spent 49.5% of snaps in the slot and 44.1% inline, showing success in blocking and creating mismatches. Among 27 combine-invited TEs, he ranked 13th in team market share of receiving yards (14.4%) and 14th in yards per route run (1.49). He is 24 years old.
The Washington Commanders selected Tennessee EDGE Joshua Josephs with the No. 147 overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Dallas Cowboys have officially utilized the compensatory draft pick acquired following the departure of DeMarcus Lawrence.
The Kansas City Chiefs have officially utilized the compensatory draft pick received following the departure of Justin Reid.
The Las Vegas Raiders have officially utilized the compensatory draft pick received following the departure of Robert Spillane.
The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Houston TE Tanner Koziol in Round 5 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Koziol led all FBS players with 168 receptions over the past two seasons, including 74 catches for 727 yards and 6 TDs at Houston in 2025. His 27.7% dominator rating led all TEs in the class. At 6’7, 247 pounds, he earned a 9.58 Relative Athletic Score and is considered a high-upside sleeper.
