Michael Pittman Jr. Likely To Play In Week 17

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (concussion, shoulder) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game versus the Raiders. Pittman didn't play in Week 16 against the Atlanta Falcons, allowing Josh Downs, Kylen Granson, and Alec Pierce to combine for 23 targets from Gardner Minshew. All three players should continue to be involved on […]

Austin Ekeler - Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in all fantasy leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: High-ceiling fantasy back ANALYSIS: Austin Ekeler has been a top fantasy option for many years. He's had 410 carries and 177 catches in the last two seasons. The 28-year-old also totaled 38 touchdowns during that span, so it's more than apparent he's a big part of […]

Tee Higgins - Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Flex option all in formats POSITIONAL VALUE: Risky, high-ceiling fantasy wideout ANALYSIS: In one of the top rivalries in the National Football League, Kansas City and Cincinnati will go toe-to-toe for the fifth time in nearly two years. Unlike previous contests, both teams are in much different positions. Without question, Patrick Mahomes, Travis […]

Rashee Rice - Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in all fantasy lineups POSITIONAL VALUE: High-end fantasy wide receiver ANALYSIS: The Bengals and Chiefs will meet for the fifth time since January 2022. Cincinnati has the edge during that span, winning three of the four meetings. Undoubtedly, things will look different this time around, as Joe Burrow won't be under center […]

Caleb Martin Sidelined Again

Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin (ankle) remains out on Saturday night versus Utah. He'll now miss his second straight game because of a sprained right ankle. Fortunately, Miami will have Jimmy Butler (calf) back after missing the last four games, so that will help lessen the blow caused by Martin's absence. There's also a chance […]

Kyle Lowry Out Again On Saturday Night

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (head) won't play on Saturday versus the Utah Jazz. The veteran will now miss his second consecutive game because of a head contusion, although there's a chance he could return on Monday versus the Los Angeles Clippers. Nonetheless, Lowry has averaged only 9.4 points this season, one of the lowest […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Good To Go Versus Utah

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will play on Saturday against the Utah Jazz. He was questionable because of a non-COVID-related illness, although it doesn't appear he was in any real jeopardy of missing this contest. The rookie has played well above expectations during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 13.8 points in 31 games, including […]

Jimmy Butler Removed From The Injury Report

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (calf) will play on Saturday versus the Jazz. The 34-year-old missed his last four contests because of a calf issue, so he may not log his usual workload in his first game back from the injury. But Butler's return will send Haywood Highsmith back to the bench. At the same […]

Knicks Acquire Precious Achiuwa From Toronto

The Knicks acquired forward/center Precious Achiuwa from the Raptors on Saturday as part of the deal that resulted in the exchange of OG Anunoby, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett. Without question, Achiuwa has had flashes of production over the years. He averaged 9.2 points and 6.0 rebounds last season. However, he was much more productive […]

Immanuel Quickley On The Move To Toronto

The Raptors acquired guard Immanuel Quickley (along with RJ Barrett) from the Knicks in exchange for OG Anunoby, Malachi Flynn, and Precious Achiuwa. Quickley, the No. 25 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, is averaging a career-high 15.0 points this season. Unfortunately, he had issues remaining a consistent focal point on the offensive end […]

RJ Barrett Traded To Toronto

The Knicks traded guard RJ Barrett (and Immanuel Quickley) to the Raptors on Saturday in exchange for forward OG Anunoby, Malachi Flynn, and Precious Achiuwa. Barrett has averaged 18.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists since being selected No. 3 overall in the 2019 NBA Draft. He's also been one of the most durable players […]

OG Anunoby Heading To The Knicks

The Knicks acquired forward OG Anunoby from the Raptors on Saturday. In exchange, Toronto landed forward RJ Barrett and guard Immanuel Quickley. Anunoby had been rumored to be on the block for the last few seasons, although it appeared the Raptors weren't interested in sending him elsewhere. The 26-year-old has averaged 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, […]

Tyler Boyd Not A Safe Option On Sunday

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd hasn't had a quality season. But with Ja'Marr Chase (shoulder) sidelined in Week 16 versus the Steelers, Boyd had a chance to be more productive. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case, with the wideout catching five passes for 59 yards. Without question, fantasy managers were hoping for more. With this […]

Tee Higgins Hopes To Stay On Track Against The Chiefs

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins hasn't met expectations throughout the 2023-24 campaign. However, the wideout had one of his best performances of the season in the Week 16 loss to the Steelers, catching five passes for 140 yards and a touchdown. Of course, with Ja'Marr Chase (shoulder) sidelined for that one, Higgins received extra […]

Joe Mixon Still A Must-Start In Week 17

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (ankle) is off the injury report, meaning he's good to go for Sunday's meeting with the Chiefs. The 27-year-old hasn't been the most impactful runner throughout the 2023-24 campaign. However, he still had a touchdown in seven of his eight appearances leading up to the Week 16 matchup with […]

Jake Browning Aims To Keep Team's Postseason Hopes Alive

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning hopes to keep his team in the playoff conversation by picking up a win over the Chiefs in Week 17. The 27-year-old has had bouts of efficiency this season, especially in his three appearances leading up to the Week 16 AFC North clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Although he threw […]

Toumani Camara Good To Go Versus The Spurs

Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (thumb) is available for Friday's rematch against the Spurs. The 23-year-old had been listed as questionable because of right thumb soreness. However, he's good to go, which is good news for Portland, considering the team won't have Deandre Ayton (knee), Anfernee Simons (illness), and Shaedon Sharpe (adductor). That said, […]

Anfernee Simons Will Miss Another Game

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) won't play in Friday's rematch with the Spurs. He'll now be sidelined for a second-straight game because of a non-COVID-related illness, so his next chance to return will be on Monday versus the Phoenix Suns. With Shaedon Sharpe (adductor) also out, Scoot Henderson and Malcolm Brogdon should handle […]

Shaedon Sharpe Won't Suit Up On Friday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (groin) won't play in Friday's game versus San Antonio. The 20-year-old has averaged 16.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists this season. Unfortunately, he's missed the last four games because of a right-groin strain. The Blazers also won't have Anfernee Simons (illness), meaning Malcolm Brogdon and Scoot Henderson should […]

Deandre Ayton Ruled Out Versus The Spurs

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) remains out for Friday's matchup with the Spurs. He's dealing with right knee Tendinitis, forcing him to miss the Blazers' previous three games. That said, it's anyone's guess when he'll be back. But until Ayton returns, others will need to step up. Duop Reath (back) had been filling […]

Kawhi Leonard Out Again On Friday Evening

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (hip) remains out on Friday night versus Memphis. He's missed the last three games because of a hip issue, an injury he picked up a few weeks ago versus the Jazz. Leonard initially played through the ailment. However, the veteran will need more time to work his way back. […]

FanDuel NFL DFS Week 17 Picks: Top Daily Fantasy Lineup Plays Include Brock Purdy, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Jonathan Taylor, More

Happy New Year, everyone. Week 17 began with a Thursday night AFC clash between the Browns and Jets. Thanks to another stellar performance from Joe Flacco, Cleveland earned the win to punch their ticket into the postseason for only the second time in over 20 years. Undoubtedly, the Week 17 schedule will feature at least […]

Zay Flowers Officially Active On Monday Night

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (foot) is officially active ahead of Monday's showdown with the San Francisco 49ers. The wideout carried a questionable tag heading into this contest. However, he practiced fully on Friday and Saturday, so there was little doubt concerning his availability. At any rate, Flowers has had an adequate rookie campaign, […]

Durham Smythe Has Five Grabs On Sunday

Miami Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe caught all five targets for 56 yards in Sunday's narrow win over the Dallas Cowboys. Jaylen Waddle (ankle) exited during the contest, meaning additional targets were up for grabs. As a result, the 28-year-old had one of his most productive performances of the 2023-24 campaign. With Waddle in danger […]

De'Von Achane Fizzles Versus Dallas

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane finished with seven carries for 24 yards in Sunday's victory over the Dallas Cowboys. He added one catch for seven yards. The rookie continued to battle a toe issue ahead of this contest, missing practice on Wednesday before logging limited sessions on Thursday and Friday. Raheem Mostert found the […]

Trevor Lawrence Has A Sprained Shoulder

According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) suffered a sprained right shoulder during Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. An MRI on Monday confirmed the diagnosis. Fortunately, the injury isn't considered "major," although it's unknown if he'll miss time. The signal-caller has battled countless ailments throughout the 2023-24 campaign, […]

Tyreek Hill Nearly Amasses 100 Yards On Sunday

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill had nine catches for 99 yards during Sunday's narrow win over the Dallas Cowboys. The speedster didn't suit up in Week 15 and was considered questionable for this contest because of an ankle injury. However, although there was a good chance he wasn't 100%, he still made the most […]

Raheem Mostert Finds The End Zone In Week 16

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (knee, ankle) finished with 11 carries for 46 yards in Sunday's win over the Dallas Cowboys. He also had one catch, which resulted in a touchdown. The 31-year-old missed a few practices during the week leading up to this contest. However, he was on the field and continued to […]

Jaylen Waddle Dealing With A High-Ankle Sprain

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (ankle) finished Sunday's two-point win over the Cowboys by catching one of his four targets for 50 yards. Unfortunately, the wideout suffered a high-ankle sprain during the contest, as reported by head coach Mike McDaniel. As a result, Waddle could miss time, which isn't an ideal scenario, considering the […]

Andrew Wiggins Questionable Versus Denver

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (illness) is questionable for Monday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. He's battling a non-COVID-related illness, keeping him off the floor for the Warriors' previous two games versus Portland and Washington. At any rate, Wiggins has struggled this season, averaging a career-low 12.3 points with 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists, […]