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Michael Gallup Could Be Set for a Solid Sophomore Season
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup had some ups and downs as a rookie, but he should be set for a more productive and consistent season as a sophomore. His preseason usage suggests that he will be counted on as the "lid lifter" against opposing defenses, and that could create opportunities for some big games. […]
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Mike Weber Cut by the Cowboys
Rookie running back Mike Weber was cut by the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday. Weber was drafted with the 218th overall pick but was outplayed by fellow rookie Tony Pollard in the preseason. If Weber makes it through waivers, he's likely to spend some time on the Cowboys practice squad.
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Josh Adams Gets Cut by the Eagles
Running back Josh Adams was cut by the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. Adams led the Eagles in rushing last season but didn't have much of a chance to make the team this season with the newly acquired running backs on the Eagles roster. He'll very likely find a new team before next weekend.
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Wendell Smallwood Waived by the Eagles
Running back Wendell Smallwood was waived by the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. Smallwood was on the outside looking in all preseason since the Eagles beefed up their backfield. He's a decent enough player as a depth piece and should have a job this season at least as a pass catcher out of the backfield.
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Closers and Saves Report - Week 22 Waiver Wire
It was a nice and quiet week for most of the world's bullpens this week, a welcome change in a season that has experienced almost non-stop relief pitching turmoil. With the fantasy playoffs approaching rapidly for most and already arriving for some, every save, hold, strikeout, and ERA fraction could be the difference between a […]
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Shane Bieber Loses Despite a Quality Start
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber put together a quality start on Friday, but it wasn't enough for him to avoid a loss. Bieber tossed 6 1/3 innings, allowing three runs on six hits. He didn't give up a walk and struck out nine. Bieber actually started the seventh inning with a shutout going, but […]
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Cody Kessler Waived By The Eagles
Quarterback Cody Kessler was waived by the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. Kessler had a chance to win the Eagles backup job this preseason, but he suffered a concussion which led to the Eagles luring Josh McCown out of retirement. McCown easily won the backup job and will hold the clipboard for starter Carson Wentz. Kessler […]
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Orlando Scandrick Released By The Eagles
Veteran defensive back Orlando Scandrick was released by the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. Scandrick was decent as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs last season and shouldn't be out of a job for long. He's sure to latch on somewhere, at least as a depth piece. His release is good news for the Eagles […]
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Eagles Defense Should Get Off to a Good Start This Season
The Philadelphia Eagles Defense isn't likely to be an elite fantasy unit this season, but they may get off to a good start with a Week 1 game against the Washington Redskins. The Eagles will be without Michael Bennett, Chris Long, and Jordan Hicks, who combined for 18.5 sacks last season. They'll need new Eagles […]
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Cowboys Defense Could Be a Top-10 Unit This Season
The Dallas Cowboys Defense could be a top-10 fantasy unit in the 2019 season. They ended up seventh in total defense last season and sixth in defensive scoring in "real" football, but somehow that landed them 20th in fantasy scoring. Despite strong performances on the field overall, the defense only ended up with nine interceptions […]
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Mike Weber Doesn't Do Much on Thursday
Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Mike Weber ran the ball five times on Thursday, gaining just seven yards. He caught three of his four targets in the passing game though, picking up 33 yards through the air. Weber is clearly behind Tony Pollard and Alfred Morris will certainly have a role as well, but Weber […]
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Ezekiel Elliott Could Miss Games
Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is expected to miss some regular season games, according to team owner Jerry Jones. With Week 1 about a week away, Elliott will need to report within the next day or two in order to have a chance to play against the New York Giants in the 2019 opener. […]
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Taryn Christion Looks Good on Thursday
Dallas Cowboys undrafted rookie quarterback Taryn Christion looked good in Thursday's final preseason game. He completed 11 of his 17 passes for 142 yards and a touchdown. He also led the Cowboys in rushing with five carries for 22 yards. The former South Dakota State Jackrabbit won't make it onto the final roster, but he […]
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Wendell Smallwood Leads the Eagles Backfield Thursday
Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood led the Eagles backfield in carries and yards in Thursday's final preseason game. The Eagles were shutout in an ugly 6-0 loss, but Smallwood ran the ball seven times, gaining 23 yards. He lost a fumble and lost a yard on his only reception. Smallwood seems to be on […]
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Clayton Thorson Closes Out the Preseason for the Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Clayton Thorson led the Eagles to a shutout on Thursday, completing 12 of his 26 passes for 84 scoreless yards. He threw an interception and ran the ball twice for two yards. Thorson is clearly far behind veteran backup Josh McCown but the fifth-round rookie should stick on the Philly roster, either […]
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Jack Flaherty Puts Up a Quality Start but Takes a Loss
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty pitched well enough to earn a quality start on Wednesday, but his offense didn't score him enough runs so he ended up with a loss. Flaherty went six innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits and a walk. He struck out seven and lowered his ERA […]
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Francisco Lindor Just A Triple Shy Of Cycle Wednesday
Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor fell a triple shy of the cycle on Wednesday, going 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, and a single. He drove in a run and scored two, lifting his slash line to .300/.353/.532. He's once again one of the best offensive pieces in baseball.
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Jason Kipnis Goes Yard Two Times on Wednesday
Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis hit two home runs on Wednesday, going 2-for-4 with two runs scored and two RBI. It could have been a much bigger game, but Kipnis hit his jacks with the bases empty both times. Still, his owners are happy with two home runs. Kipnis has been hot lately, but […]
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Brad Hand Earns a Save With a Perfect Inning
Cleveland Indians closer Brad Hand picked up his 32nd save of the season on Wednesday, tossing a perfect ninth inning to deliver a 4-2 victory. Hand needed just 12 pitches, making quick work of the Tigers in the ninth inning. Hand seems to be past his extended rough patch and should be back to being […]
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Aaron Civale Pitches Great Again on Wednesday
Cleveland Indians rookie starting pitcher Aaron Civale put up another excellent start on Wednesday. He tossed seven innings, allowing just two runs on six hits. He didn't issue a walk and struck out five. Civale has been excellent in his first taste of the big leagues, posting a 2-3 record with a 1.96 ERA.
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Nate Sudfeld Could Draw Interest from Indianapolis
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nate Sudfeld could draw interest from the suddenly quarterback-needy Indianapolis Colts. The Colts tried to get Sudfeld from the Eagles practice squad in 2017 so there is known interest in the former sixth-round pick. Sudfeld played his college ball in Indiana and has a relationship with Colts coach Frank Reich. Sudfeld was […]
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Paul DeJong Smashes a Homer on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong hit another home run on Monday, his 24th of the season. DeJong went 1-for-2 with two walks, two runs scored, and three RBI. DeJong looks like he might be starting off a hot streak, and he's one of the most valuable offensive pieces when he's on. He'll take a […]
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John Gant Improves to 9-0 on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher John Gant earned a win on Monday, improving his record to 9-0. Gant came on with two outs in the fourth inning to relieve ineffective starter Adam Wainwright. Gant tossed 2 1/3 innings, allowing just a walk while striking out three. He's had some unhittable stretches this season mixed in […]
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Adam Wainwright Can't Finish the Fourth on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright was unable to finish the fourth inning on Monday, lasting just 3 2/3 innings. He allowed two runs on six hits and three walks, striking out four along the way. Wainwright faced 20 batters and got 11 outs, but he needed 90 pitches to do so, throwing 41 […]
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Yadier Molina Has a Strong Game on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina had a big game on Monday, going 2-for-4 with a home run, a single, and a walk. He scored a run and drove in three. The homer was Molina's fifth and it improved his line to .261/.296/.365. He's had some hot streaks this season but it's overall been somewhat […]
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Franmil Reyes Hits Two Home Runs on Sunday
Cleveland Indians outfielder/designated hitter Franmil Reyes hit two home runs on Sunday, going 2-for-5 with four RBI and two runs scored. Reyes has been having a hard time since getting traded to Cleveland, as even the strong Sunday left him with a .182/.217/.416 line.
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Shane Bieber Throws Seven Good Innings on Sunday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber pitched well on Sunday, going seven innings while allowing three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks. He struck out eight and allowed one home run. "Not Justin" threw 111 pitches and was forced to settle for a no decision despite the solid effort. He'll take a […]
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Matt Carpenter Knocks Three Hits on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter had an excellent game on Sunday, going 3-for-4 with a home run, a walk, and two singles. He drove in two runs and scored three. The home run was the 12th of the season for Carpenter, who moved his line up to .218/.328/.375. It's been a rough year […]
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Dexter Fowler Drives in Three Runs on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler drove in three runs on Sunday, going 1-for-4 with a double, a walk, and a run scored. Fowler's 20th double of the season was a big one, helping lead the Cardinals to a 11-4 win over the Rockies. Fowler has been leading off for the Cardinals lately, and he's […]
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Jack Flaherty Throws Six Shutout Innings on Friday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty threw six scoreless innings on Friday, allowing just three hits and a walk. He struck out nine and threw just 88 pitches to get his 18 outs. The win gave Flaherty an 8-6 record and dropped his ERA to 3.32. He's been one of the better starters in […]
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