Cardinals' preseason reactions highlight key player rankings shifts

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Cardinals' preseason reactions highlight key player rankings shifts
Summary

In a review of the first week of NFL preseason games, notable changes in Fantasy football rankings have emerged, particularly regarding players from the Arizona Cardinals. Michael Wilson's role has increased following his horizontal route performance, placing him closer to Marvin Harrison Jr. in rankings. Kyle Pitts moved ahead of Isaiah Likely due to his target share without Drake London and his strong connection with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Carnell Tate's ranking dropped as concerns grew over the Titans' offensive struggles, while De'Zhaun Stribling saw an uptick in value after a solid showing in his target workload. The analysis cautions against overreacting to preseason performances yet acknowledges certain shifts in player expectations.

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  • Michael Wilson rises in rankings after impressive role in Cardinals' offense
  • Kyle Pitts moves up following solid showing without Drake London
  • Carnell Tate's ranking drops due to Titans' offensive concerns
  • De'Zhaun Stribling increases value with significant target share
  • Focus on avoiding overreactions to single preseason games
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