Bills Release O.J. Howard Tuesday

The Buffalo Bills released tight end O.J. Howard on Tuesday, according to sources. There had been reports all summer long suggesting that Howard was in danger of being cut, and now it's official. The 27-year-old former Tampa Bay Buccaneer looked slow and failed to separate from defenders in training camp, so he'll now look for […]

Chiefs Release Josh Gordon

The Kansas City Chiefs released wide receiver Josh Gordon on Tuesday, according to a source. Gordon showed great character on the field and in the community since he arrived in Kansas City, and the team is open to him returning, but he's currently the odd-man out. The 31-year-old veteran caught just five passes on 14 […]

Ronald Jones Makes 53-Man Roster

Kansas City Chiefs running back Ronald Jones made the initial 53-man roster, according to a source. Jones played his way onto the roster in the preseason finale. The 25-year-old former Tampa Bay Buccaneer was on the roster bubble for most of the summer, but he'll serve as depth behind Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Jerick McKinnon and impressive […]

Brian Robinson Released From Hospital

Washington Commanders rookie running back Brian Robinson was released from the hospital on Monday, one day after being shot twice in an armed robbery attempt in D.C. According to a source, he'll meet with team doctors on Tuesday to determine the extent of his rehab, but Washington remains optimistic about his chances of playing in […]

Kenyan Drake Joining The Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens are officially signing free-agent running back Kenyan Drake on Tuesday. Running back Gus Edwards (knee) has already been ruled out for the first four games of the season, and it's unknown if J.K. Dobbins (knee) will be ready for Week 1 against the New York Jets, so the Ravens opted for more […]

Carson Kelly Drives In Four In Win Over Phillies

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly led the charge on Monday night in the 13-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, going 2-for-4 with a double, four RBI, one walk and two strikeouts. Kelly's double with the bases loaded in the fourth inning cleared the bases. It was nice to see from the 28-year-old backstop, as he's […]

Oneil Cruz Hits Three-Run Bomb In Loss

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Oneil Cruz went 1-for-4 in the 7-5 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night with a three-run home run, a run scored, a walk and a strikeout. While Cruz certainly has plenty of upside with the bat, he's hit just .200/.253/.410 with 11 home runs, 33 RBI, 25 runs scored […]

Keston Hiura Walks Off The Pirates

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Keston Hiura was the hero on Monday in the 7-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, going 1-for-3 with a walk-off two-run home run. Hiura isn't an everyday player for the Brew Crew, but he's been decent in August with a .256 batting average (11-for-43) with six home runs, 11 RBI and […]

Hunter Renfroe Records Three Hits On Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Hunter Renfroe went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Monday's 7-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Renfroe has been hot of late, recording five multi-hit games in his last 10 contests. The 30-year-old slugger has gone 23-for-90 (.256) with four home runs, 15 RBI and 10 runs scored in 24 […]

Tim Beckham Outrighted

Minnesota Twins shortstop Tim Beckham cleared waivers after being designated for assignment and was outrighted to Triple-A St. Paul, so he'll remain with the organization. Beckham was dropped from the 40-man roster when the Twins reinstated outfielder Kyle Garlick from the injured list recently. The 32-year-old only appeared in 12 games for Minnesota, going 2-for-25 […]

Aroldis Chapman Expected To Return This Season

The New York Yankees placed left-handed reliever Aroldis Chapman (leg) on the 15-day injured list on Saturday due to a left leg infection that stemmed from a new tattoo that he recently got. Skipper Aaron Boone said the last 24 to 36 hours "have been a lot better for Chapman." The Yankees expect Chapman to […]

Marwin Gonzalez Placed On Paternity List

The New York Yankees placed infielder/outfielder Marwin Gonzalez on the paternity list on Monday and recalled outfielder Tim Locastro from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in a corresponding move. Gonzalez will be away from the team for a few days. The 33-year-old veteran switch-hitter has been a super-utility guy for the Yankees in 2022 but is hitting just […]

Joey Bart In The Concussion Protocol

San Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart (concussion) went through the concussion protocol on Monday after being removed from the game early against the San Diego Padres. However, the move to take him out of the contest was mostly precautionary, according to manager Gabe Kapler. Bart took a foul tip off his mask early in the […]

Titans Acquire Dennis Daley From Panthers

The Tennessee Titans acquired offensive lineman Dennis Daley and a 2024 seventh-round draft pick from the Carolina Panthers on Monday in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2024 draft. Daley has a chance to start in Week 1 against the New York Giants for the Titans. The 26-year-old was originally a sixth-round selection in […]

Cardinals Release Devon Kennard Monday

After drafting two outside linebackers earlier this year, the Arizona Cardinals released veteran linebacker Devon Kennard on Monday, according to a source. Kennard was penciled in as a starter and had a strong training camp this summer, but the Cardinals have decided to give their younger players more opportunities. The 31-year-old had only 30 solo […]

Chaim Bloom, Alex Cora To Return In 2023

Boston Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy said on Monday that the team isn't planning to cut ties with either general manager Chaim Bloom or manager Alex Cora after this season. "I am very comfortable saying Chaim and Alex will be back. And I am very comfortable saying there is a strong belief in […]

Miles Sanders Still Not Practicing

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (hamstring) remained out of practice on Monday. Sanders has been out of practice for two-plus weeks, but he still has some time to get healthy before the Week 1 regular season opener against the Detroit Lions. But the 25-year-old's fantasy stock continues to fall after he disappointed with 754 […]

Eagles Release Jaquiski Tartt

The Philadelphia Eagles released veteran safety Jaquiski Tartt on Monday, according to a source. Tartt was originally a second-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers in 2015 out of Samford. Before signing with the Eagles earlier this offseason, Tartt spent the first seven years of his NFL career with the Niners, racking up 367 tackles […]

Ravens To Release Tony Jefferson

The Baltimore Ravens plan to release safety Tony Jefferson, according to a source. The Ravens drafted Kyle Hamilton in the first round this offseason and also signed former New Orleans Saints standout Marcus Williams, leaving less opportunity for Jefferson, who had a strong preseason with nine tackles in one half in the finale last Saturday […]

Dolphins Release Sony Michel

The Miami Dolphins released running back Sony Michel on Monday. Michel didn't impress the coaching staff enough in training camp and the preseason to make the cut in a crowded backfield that also includes Chase Edmonds, Raheem Mostert, Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed. The 27-year-old former first-round pick by the New England Patriots in 2018 […]

Cam Akers, Darrell Henderson Jr. Return To Full Practice

Los Angeles Rams running backs Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson Jr. both returned to full practice on Monday, according to head coach Sean McVay. Akers and Henderson have both been dealing with soft-tissue injuries during training camp, but now that they are back at practice to begin this week, they'll have plenty of time to […]

Panthers Acquire Laviska Shenault Jr. From Jaguars

The Carolina Panthers acquired wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday, according to sources. It's unclear what the Panthers shipped to the Jaguars in return. Shenault came on strong for the Jags late last season, but he finished with 63 receptions on 100 targets for 619 yards and no touchdowns in […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Staying With 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo agreed to a restructured one-year deal on Monday to keep him with the team this year, according to sources. The contract contains no-trade and no-tag clauses, assuring that he'll remain with the 49ers in 2022 and have the freedom to leave in 2023. The Niners made it […]

Justin Verlander Undergoing MRI Exam

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (calf), who is the leading candidate for the American League Cy Young award this year, was pulled from his outing on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles after only three innings (60 pitches) with right calf discomfort. Skipper Dusty Baker said Verlander would undergo an MRI exam on Monday to […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Back On The Practice Field

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) was spotted practicing with the team on Monday. Smith-Schuster missed the team's preseason finale last Thursday against the Green Bay Packers, but he's fully expected to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season against the Arizona Cardinals after being held out recently due to knee […]

Dolphins Officially Sign Trey Flowers

The Miami Dolphins officially signed former New England Patriots and Detroit Lions linebacker Trey Flowers to an undisclosed deal on Monday. Flowers failed his physical in March and was released by the Lions after playing in 14 total games due to injuries in the last two years. Originally a fourth-round selection by the Patriots in […]

Najee Harris Should Be Fine For Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (foot) should be fine for the Week 1 regular season opener after dealing with a Lisfranc sprain in his foot early in the preseason. Harris played in the team's preseason finale on Sunday against the Detroit Lions and had four carries for 10 yards while catching all three of […]

Lovie Smith Not Naming Dameon Pierce The Starter

Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith has declined to say whether rookie running back Dameon Pierce will be the starter right away in Week 1 of the regular season against the Indianapolis Colts. However, Smith has said Pierce has done a great job throughout training camp and the preseason. Even though veteran Marlon Mack appears […]

Optimism That Brian Robinson Can Return This Year

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said that doctors are optimistic about rookie running back Brian Robinson's recovery and his return this season. However, it's a fluid situation after Robinson was shot multiple times during a robbery attempt in D.C. on Sunday night. Team officials will talk to doctors later on Monday to get a […]

Mitch Trubisky Hasn't Been Named The Starter Yet

All the signs have pointed to Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky starting the Week 1 regular season opener, but head coach Mike Tomlin still has yet to officially announce a starter. Tomlin is going to announced the team's starter at his leisure. Trubisky went 24-for-34 for 283 passing yards and two touchdowns in preseason action […]