Irv Smith Jr. Continues To Get Attention

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Irv Smith Jr. continues to receive rave reviews. "Irv is good in space," said offensive coordinator Brian Callahan. "He's different than the tight ends we've had before. He has a real ability to separate and win after the catch." It appears Smith is adjusting well with the Bengals, who he signed […]

Jeff Okudah Might Return Early This Season

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah (ankle) was carted off the field during Friday's practice. However, head coach Arthur Smith revealed on Saturday that the team received "positive" news after Okudah's MRI, adding that the 24-year-old has a "great chance to be back really early" this season. The 2020 No. 3 overall pick has totaled 124 […]

Eno Benjamin Tears Achilles

New Orleans Saints running back Eno Benjamin (Achilles) will miss the 2023-24 campaign. Head coach Dennis Allen confirmed while speaking to the media on Saturday that Benjamin tore his Achilles during practice and will need surgery. This is a tough blow for the Saints, considering Alvin Kamara (suspension) will miss the first three games of […]

Emmet Sheehan Optioned By Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Emmet Sheehan was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City. The 23-year-old has appeared in eight games this season, starting seven and amassing a 3-1 record with a 5.63 ERA and one save. The Dodgers acquired Ryan Yarbrough ahead of the deadline, so Sheehan's demotion was necessary. However, he may find his […]

Padres Announce Craig Stammen Has Retired

The Padres announced veteran right-hander Craig Stammen has retired. The 39-year-old suffered a right shoulder injury during spring training and hinted at retirement, so the update isn't surprising. Stammen was drafted by the Nationals in 2005. He appeared in 562 career games in Washington and San Diego, mostly out of the bullpen, amassing a 3.66 […]

Cole Hamels Retires

The Padres announced left-handed pitcher Cole Hamels has retired. The 39-year-old had an impressive career, going 163-122 with a 3.43 ERA and 2,560 strikeouts in 423 games. He's also a multi-time All-Star and won a World Series MVP with the Phillies in 2008. Unfortunately, although Hamels, who signed a minor league deal with San Diego […]

Kolten Wong Released By Mariners

Second baseman Kolten Wong was released by the Seattle Mariners on Friday. The 32-year-old has struggled this season, batting just .165 in 67 games in Seattle. There's a good chance he'll find a new team relatively soon. However, Wong isn't expected to offer much value to fantasy managers. On the other hand, he's still worth […]

Tanner Houck Likely To Remain A Starter

Boston Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck (face) is expected to remain a starter, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. The 27-year-old, who suffered a facial fracture in mid-June, may return in the next few weeks, assuming things continue to move in the right direction regarding rehab. However, Houck has a 5.05 ERA, the worst […]

Garrett Whitlock Likely To Return As Reliever

Boston Red Sox right-hander Garrett Whitlock (elbow) is inching toward returning after spending time on the injured list since early July. However, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic, the 27-year-old will likely work out of the bullpen upon his return. Whitlock, who owns a 4-3 record in 10 starts this season, is sitting on […]

J.C. Jackson Leaves Practice On Friday

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (knee) exited practice on Friday. The 27-year-old, who tore his patellar tendon in Week 7 of last season, experienced "general soreness" on his surgically repaired knee, so the team took the logical approach and kept him out. Jackson signed a five-year, $82.5 million contract in March of 2022 and […]

Michael Pittman Jr. Not Concerned About Contract

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. isn't worried about a contract extension. He also intends to be on the field, even if he doesn't get a new contract. "Do I expect it? I don't really expect nothing really," Pittman stated. "If it happens, it happens. And if it doesn't happen, then yeah, I would […]

Charlie Jones Day-To-Day

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Charlie Jones (shoulder) is day-to-day, according to head coach Zac Taylor. The rookie, selected in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, suffered a shoulder injury on Thursday at the end of practice and was taken off the field in a cart. Luckily, it appears Jones avoided something more severe, […]

Logan Wilson, Bengals Agree To Contract Extension

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson agreed to a contract extension on Friday. The new deal is four years, with Wilson in line to earn up to $37.25 million. The 27-year-old has appeared in 40 games for Cincy since entering the league in 2020, totaling 256 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and seven interceptions. Without a doubt, Wilson […]

Trendon Watford Signs With Brooklyn

Free-agent forward Trendon Watford signed a standard, non-guaranteed NBA contract with the Nets on Thursday. The Trail Blazers waived the 22-year-old at the end of June after he appeared in 110 games for the franchise. During his time in Portland, he averaged 7.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 33.3% from deep. Watford […]

Colts Adding Amari Rodgers

Free-agent wide receiver Amari Rodgers signed with the Colts, the team announced on Wednesday. The 2021 third-round pick was recently waived by Houston and went unclaimed off waivers. He hasn't done much during his career, totaling 20 catches for 249 yards and one touchdown in 32 games. Michael Pittman Jr. and Alec Pierce are expected […]

J.K. Dobbins Still Without A Return Date

Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins (undisclosed) still hasn't practiced during training camp. On Wednesday, head coach John Harbaugh was asked for an update on Dobbins' status. However, he couldn't provide one. "J.K. and I talked last night. We talk a lot," said Harbaugh. "He wants to be out there, and he needs to be […]

Biggest Moves of the 2023 NBA Offseason - Fred VanVleet, Jordan Poole, Kristaps Porzingis, Bradley Beal

It's a crazy time of year around the National Basketball Association. Not long after the Denver Nuggets captured the franchise's first championship, French big man Victor Wembanyama was the top pick of the 2023 Draft. While new talent entering the league is all well and good, nothing turns the NBA upside down quite like the beginning […]

Alex Kirilloff Lands On Injured List

Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman Alex Kirilloff (shoulder) landed on the 10-day injured list. The 25-year-old has battled a right shoulder strain after diving for a foul ball on Tuesday. He tried to play through it. However, Kirilloff will take some time off to heal. In the meantime, Joey Gallo and Donovan Solano may split time […]

Julio Teheran Placed On 15-Day Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Julio Teheran (hip) was placed on the 15-day injured list. The right-hander has a right hip injury, and it comes after he allowed nine runs through five innings in the loss to the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. Teheran is now 2-5 with a 4.74 ERA in 11 starts this season, so […]

Cole Sulser Reinstated On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals relief pitcher Cole Sulser (shoulder) was reinstated from the 60-day injured list on Sunday. The 33-year-old had been on the shelf with a shoulder strain and recently spent time in Triple-A Reno for rehab. Unfortunately, Sulser has a 6.23 ERA this season, so he's not worth considering in any fantasy format until he […]

Tommy Henry Heads To Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Tommy Henry (elbow) landed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday. The left-hander has a 5-4 record with a 4.15 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 16 starts this season. But he's been bothered by elbow inflammation, which may explain his struggles on Friday against the Mariners. In a corresponding move, Arizona […]

Penei Sewell In Concussion Protocol

Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell (head) is in concussion protocol. Fortunately, head coach Dan Campbell reported the Pro Bowler is "doing well" and could return to practice on Wednesday. Sewell was selected No. 7 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft and has started 33 games throughout his career, so the Lions will certainly continue […]

Jameson Williams Returns To Practice On Sunday

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (leg) is practicing on Sunday. The wideout had been bothered by a leg injury, but fortunately, he's moving in the right direction. Williams hasn't had the best start to his NFL career. He battled injuries last season, appearing in only six games. The 22-year-old will also start the 2023-24 […]

Russell Gage Practicing On Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Gage (leg) practiced on Sunday. The 27-year-old suffered a leg injured during the offseason and hadn't been practicing, although he didn't need to begin training camp on the PUP list. After playing in Atlanta for four seasons, Gage appeared in 13 games for Tampa in 2022, totaling 51 catches […]

Jets Activating Randall Cobb From PUP List

New York Jets wide receiver Randall Cobb (ankle) will be activated from the PUP list and practice on Sunday. The 32-year-old, who signed with the Jets in the offseason, underwent ankle surgery in March after playing in Green Bay in 2022. Unfortunately, he didn't have his best year, totaling 34 catches for 417 yards and […]

Jamison Crowder To Be Activated Sunday

New York Giants wide receiver Jamison Crowder (calf) is being activated from the non-football injury list and will practice Sunday. The veteran spent last season in Buffalo. However, he appeared in only four games because of a broken ankle before suffering a calf injury in the offseason. Crowder, who has 415 catches for 4,667 yards […]

Sterling Shepard To Practice Sunday

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (knee) has been activated from the PUP list and will practice on Sunday. The veteran wideout hopes to stay healthy this season, mainly since he played seven games in 2021 because of a torn Achilles and three in 2022 because of a torn ACL. Shepard, who has played […]

Danielle Hunter, Vikings Agree To New Contract

The Vikings and defensive end Danielle Hunter agreed to a new one-year contract. The three-time Pro Bowler was set to earn $5.5 million this season. But he is now guaranteed $17 million, with the chance to earn up to $20 million. The deal also prohibits Minnesota from using the franchise tag on him next offseason, […]

Damian Lillard Reportedly Won't Consider Playing For Other Teams

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard isn't expected to add to his list of preferred trade destinations. The NBA took issue with Lillard's supposed desire to play in Miami and nowhere else, something he and his agent have denied. However, despite the league's involvement, it doesn't appear […]

Miami Reportedly Interested In Kelly Oubre Jr.

Unrestricted free-agent forward Kelly Oubre Jr. is reportedly on the Heat's radar. Miami remains at a stalemate in the Damian Lillard trade situation, but the team is still looking to bolster its chances of returning to the NBA Finals. The 27-year-old is coming off his best season, averaging a career-high 20.3 points in 48 games […]