DeAndre Jordan Expected To Sign With Lakers

Free-agent center DeAndre Jordan recently finalized a contract buyout with the Pistons and, upon clearing waivers, is expected to ink a deal with the Lakers. The veteran underwhelmed from a statistical perspective during the 2020-21 campaign while with the Brooklyn Nets, averaging 7.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks throughout 57 games. However, he could […]

Curtis Samuel Practices On Monday

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (groin) was on the field and in pads during a practice session on Monday. A groin ailment has plagued the speedy wideout, so his presence certainly is a good sign toward his availability for the opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. Still, fantasy managers should continue to monitor […]

Jamison Crowder Has A Shot To Play In Week 1

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (illness, groin) has a chance to play during the Week 1 opener against the Panthers. The veteran was recently diagnosed with COVID-19. However, because Crowder is vaccinated, he could be activated if he has two negative tests 24 hours apart while showing no symptoms. Still, the 28-year-old continues […]

Tyrod Taylor To Start Week 1

Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor will start Week 1 against the Jaguars. With Deshaun Watson's availability in limbo moving ahead, Taylor will begin the year under center against one of last season's worst teams in the league. While the 32-year-old veteran certainly has had his share of ups and downs throughout his career, the signal-caller […]

Dalvin Cook Still Among Group Of Unvaccinated Players

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is one of the league's most elite options out of the backfield. He finished the 2020 season by racking up 1,557 yards and 16 touchdowns on the ground off 312 carries while also adding 44 catches for 361 yards and another score. The 26-year-old has yet to log an […]

Christian McCaffrey Favorite To Win OPOY

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is the favorite to win NFL.com's Offensive Player of the Year award. McCaffrey was the overall consensus favorite on the poll, composed of 29 analysts from the site. However, he will need to remain healthy, which was a problem during the 2020 campaign. The 25-year-old battled ankle and shoulder […]

Malcolm Brown (RB, MIA) - 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~175 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~215 ANALYSIS: With Matt Breida now in Buffalo, Malcolm Brown was brought in back in March to fill the void, signing a one-year, $1.75 million contract. The veteran spent his entire career with the Rams and is heading to South Beach fresh off his best year to date, […]

Jalen Hurd Could Miss Week 1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jalen Hurd (knee) is in danger of missing the opener against the Detroit Lions. The 25-year-old is currently dealing with a sore knee, which stems from last season's torn ACL. With head coach Kyle Shanahan likely to limit the number of wideouts in uniform from week to week, Hurd could […]

Saquon Barkley Still Uncertain About Week 1 Status

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) is still in jeopardy of missing the Week 1 opener against the Denver Broncos. Although Barkley has been making contact during recent practice sessions, which is a good sign, team medical staff will continue to take things slow with the former Nittany Lion. The 24-year-old hasn't played […]

Must-Have Backup Running Backs

After a turbulent season in 2020, Week 1 is right around the corner. Historically, most leagues aren't won by who is taken in the first few rounds of fantasy drafts. Instead, it's by who finds those "value" options later on. Also, a majority of the most successful league managers remain committed to searching the waiver […]

Ja’Marr Chase Drops Another One

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase finished with one target during the exhibition clash against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. However, the rookie dropped his only look of the night, and it came from fellow collegiate teammate Joe Burrow (knee), who was playing for the first time in nine months. Still, Chase's struggles holding on […]

Joe Burrow Makes An Appearance On Sunday

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow briefly made an appearance during the preseason finale against Miami Dolphins. Playing in his first contest since he tore his left ACL and MCL nine months ago, the sophomore threw one pass during his only series of the game, although it was dropped by former LSU teammate Ja'Marr Chase. While […]

Brian Hill Lands On Injured Reserve

Tennessee Titans running back Brian Hill (undisclosed) landed on the injured reserve on Sunday. It's unknown why he currently occupies space on the IR. However, it's apparently significant enough to keep him on the shelf moving ahead. The 25-year-old played in 16 games last season as a member of the Atlanta Falcons, finishing with 465 […]

Irv Smith Jr. To Miss Time To Begin Season

Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. (knee) is projected to miss time to begin the season. Smith recently had meniscus surgery, and it comes at a horrible time as he is expected to see an elevated role after the departure of Kyle Rudolph. The 23-year-old finished last season with only 30 catches for 365 […]

Ryan Fitzpatrick Starting In Week 1 And Beyond

Washington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick was officially named the starter for the Week 1 opener against the visiting Chargers. This isn't a surprise, although the announcement is undoubtedly comforting for fantasy managers, especially those in dynasty leagues or who have already drafted. Fitzpatrick will be playing for his ninth team during the 2021-22 campaign, […]

J.K. Dobbins Officially Done For The Year

Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) is officially done for the season. The sophomore suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the preseason finale against the Washington Football Team, and although team officials were hopeful, the bad news was confirmed on Sunday by an MRI. Last season, Dobbins was one of the […]

Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk Set To Join Raptors

Free-agent guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk agreed to a two-year deal with the Raptors on Saturday, with one of them being a player option. The 24-year-old began the 2020-21 season in Oklahoma City before heading to Detroit, where he averaged 6.9 points, 2.1 boards, and 1.6 assists throughout 36 games in the Motor City. He isn't expected […]

Kevin Love Not Interested In A Buyout

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love isn't interested in a buyout from his current employer. The veteran is owed $60 million over the next two seasons, and since he isn't expected to see a prominent role during the 2021-22 campaign, a mutual agreement to part ways was seen as the only sensible approach. Love dealt with […]

Rajon Rondo Expected To Sign With Lakers

Free-agent guard Rajon Rondo is expected to sign with the Lakers on Monday. After being dealt by the Clippers to Memphis during the offseason, Rondo agreed to a buyout with the Grizzlies, so it appears he will be staying in Los Angeles after all. The veteran averaged 7.6 points and 5.8 assists last season throughout […]

Todd Gurley II May Draw Interest From Ravens

Free-agent running back Todd Gurley II could be a favorite to join the Ravens. With Baltimore potentially losing J.K. Dobbins (knee) for the season, the former Georgia Bulldog may be in the running to fill the void. After spending years as one of the most elite fantasy options available, knee issues derailed things. He finished […]

Devin Duvernay’s Stock Rising In Deeper Formats

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devin Duvernay finished with four catches (five targets) for 47 yards during the preseason win over the Washington Football Team on Saturday. With Rashod Bateman (groin) and Marquise Brown (hamstring) both dealing with injuries, the sophomore wideout could be in line for an enhanced role heading into the regular season. While […]

Nate McCrary Leads The Way On Saturday

Baltimore Ravens running back Nate McCrary led the team in rushing during the preseason victory over the Washington Football Team. The rookie got plenty of work and finished with 22 carries for 68 yards, although the injury to J.K. Dobbins (knee) was partially responsible for the additional touches. While McCrary is on the bubble for […]

T.Y. Hilton To Miss Time Due To Injury

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (back, neck) is expected to miss time to begin the regular season. While it was assumed that the veteran would be out just a few weeks, at least initially, the return timetable became murkier after it was determined that he suffered an upper back and neck injury during practice […]

Dak Prescott “Good To Go” for Opener

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (shoulder) is "good to go" for the Week 1 opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to Jerry Jones. Prescott has been dealing with a strained shoulder for nearly a month now, and it came while he was working his way back from a season-ending ankle injury sustained during the […]

Courtland Sutton Scores Touchdown In Return

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (knee) made his unofficial 2021 debut on Saturday during the preseason victory over the Los Angeles Rams. This was Sutton's first taste of action since he tore his right ACL last season, and he made it count, finishing with 27 yards off two catches (three targets), with one of […]

Damien Williams’ Fantasy Stock Increasing

Chicago Bears running back Damien Williams continues to see his fantasy stock increase ahead of Week 1. With Tarik Cohen (knee) continuing to rehab after tearing his ACL early last season and in danger of missing even more time moving ahead, the 29-year-old could benefit by serving as the team's pass-catching option out of the […]

Tarik Cohen Still Without A Return Date

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen (knee) remains on the PUP list and is in serious danger of missing the team's opener against the Los Angeles Rams in just a few weeks. Cohen continues to rehab after he tore his ACL during Week 3 of the 2020-21 campaign. Still, the uncertainty surrounding his availability is […]

Ty’Son Williams Could Make Active Roster

Baltimore Ravens running back Ty'Son Williams may have done enough this preseason to secure a roster spot moving ahead. The sophomore finished the team's exhibition against the Washington Football team with 42 yards off four attempts while adding a catch for negative yardage. Williams has been impressive during his second year in the league, and […]

Gus Edwards Finishes With 27 Yards

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards got a few touches on Saturday during the preseason win over the Washington Football Team, finishing with two carries for 27 yards. While he wasn't anticipated to get much work in this one, things may change dramatically during the regular season, primarily if J.K. Dobbins (knee) misses time moving […]

Xavier Jones Suffers Ankle Injury

Los Angeles Rams running back Xavier Jones (ankle) was injured during Saturday's preseason matchup against the Denver Broncos. The sophomore hurt his left ankle and was observed being examined on the sidelines, although he could put weight on it, which was ultimately a good sign. Nonetheless, after Cam Akers (Achilles) was lost for the remainder […]