Kenny Pickett Has Experience, But Lacks Physical Traits

Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett is the most NFL-ready of this year's quarterback prospects, as he appeared in 52 games (49 starts) over five college seasons and ran professional concepts under former NFL assistant Mark Whipple. "He was the biggest guy, strongest stature -- he just felt like a quarterback. But then your concern is the […]

Malik Willis With The Most Upside At QB?

Liberty quarterback Malik Willis' cannon of an arm, his running ability and overall playmaking skills make him the top-rated quarterback prospect entering next week's draft over Pittsburgh's Kenny Pickett. "There's really one guy that's got true NFL traits," an AFC quarterbacks coach said. "[Willis] can run. He can throw it. It's a once-every-couple-years type of […]

Jets Sign Marcell Harris

The New York Jets signed free-agent safety/linebacker Marcell Harris to an undisclosed deal on Thursday, according to a source. The former sixth-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers will reunite with head coach Robert Saleh after 52 games (20 starts) with the 49ers over the last four years. Harris spent his first three seasons in […]

Carson Wentz Not Viewed As Bridge Quarterback

The Washington Commanders don't view quarterback Carson Wentz as a bridge quarterback or experimental fix, and head coach Ron Rivera downplayed the team's interest in grabbing a QB in the first round of the draft after the team traded for Wentz this offseason. Rivera said that Wentz could be a long-term fit, which could mean […]

Austin Riley Reinstated From Paternity List

The Atlanta Braves reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the paternity list on Friday. Also, right-hander Jesse Chavez reported to the Braves and was added to the active roster after being acquired from the Chicago Cubs earlier this week. Riley ended up missing just one game for Atlanta, and he should be back in the […]

Seahawks Haven't Ruled Out Re-Signing Duane Brown

The Seattle Seahawks haven't ruled out re-signing offensive tackle Duane Brown, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Seattle certainly could use Brown, since they haven't locked down either tackle spot on their offensive line. The 36-year-old was solid but not excellent as the team's left tackle last year, but he could be moved to the […]

Cardinals GM: "Zero Chance" Kyler Murray Is Traded

When asked if the Arizona Cardinals could trade quarterback Kyler Murray, general manager Steve Keim said there's a "zero chance" during his pre-draft press conference. Murray has said that he wants to remain in Arizona long-term, but it remains to be seen if he and the Cardinals can find common ground on a long-term extension […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Hitting Leadoff Against Cardinals

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. has been moved all the way up to the leadoff spot on Thursday against St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Jordan Hicks. Chisholm was hitting eighth or ninth in the batting order for the first nine games of the season, but he'll move all the way to leadoff on Thursday. […]

Josh Bell Back In The Lineup Thursday

Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell (knee) is back at first base and is hitting cleanup on Thursday against Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zach Davies. Bell left the game early on Wednesday with knee tightness, but his MRI results came back clean and he won't miss any game action. The 29-year-old switch-hitter is off to a […]

Robinson Chirinos Clears Concussion Protocol

Baltimore Orioles catcher Robinson Chirinos (head) passed the league's concussion protocol and will avoid a stint on the injured list after taking a pitch off the left side of his face/shoulder on Wednesday. Manager Brandon Hyde said that Chirinos should be back in the lineup this weekend against the Los Angeles Angels. "That was a […]

Jorge Alcala Shut Down From Throwing

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jorge Alcala (elbow) has been shut down from throwing in Boston because he felt something that didn't feel quite right in his arm. "We're going to let him reset to zero before we try to build him back up again," manager Rocco Baldelli said. Alcala made two relief appearances for the […]

Cory Abbott Acquired By Giants

The San Francisco Giants acquired right-hander Cory Abbott from the Chicago Cubs on Thursday in exchange for cash considerations, according to sources. The Cubs had designated Abbott for assignment on Saturday, but he will now continue his career with San Francisco. The 26-year-old will likely start his Giants career with Triple-A Sacramento after allowing three […]

Alex Cora Tests Positive For COVID-19

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora tested positive for COVID-19 and is not managing on Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Bench coach Will Venable will serve as the acting skipper for the BoSox on Thursday and will continue to do so over the weekend against the Tampa Bay Rays. Cora is fully vaccinated and […]

A's Put Stephen Vogt On Injured List

The Oakland Athletics placed veteran catcher Stephen Vogt (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday and reinstated catcher Austin Allen from the COVID-19 list in a corresponding move. The A's also designated Miguel Romero for assignment and removed the substitute player designation from Christian Bethancourt. Vogt is dealing with a Grade 2 sprain in […]

Ramon Laureano In Line To Return When Eligible

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano has been participating in extended spring training and will soon start playing in minor league games. He is in line to return as soon as he's eligible, which right now is on May 8 when the A's face the Minnesota Twins. The 27-year-old has been serving a suspension to begin […]

Daulton Varsho Not In The Lineup Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher/outfielder Daulton Varsho is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Washington Nationals. It will be just Varsho's second game on the bench this season. The 25-year-old catcher/outfielder is hitting just .184 in his first 12 games through 47 plate appearances, but he homered on Tuesday and Wednesday and has three […]

Steven Duggar Exits With Injury Thursday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Steven Duggar (oblique) exited the game early on Thursday against the New York Mets with a left oblique injury, according to the team. Duggar appeared to grab at his left side after taking a swing against right-hander Carlos Carrasco. Mauricio Dubon entered in place of Duggar and could see more playing […]

Josh Bell's MRI Comes Back Clean

Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell's (knee) MRI exam came back clean on Thursday, according to manager Dave Martinez. Bell will go through pre-game drills before the team decides if he can play on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Zach Davies. The 29-year-old was removed from the game early on Wednesday when he […]

Titans Don't Foresee A.J. Brown Being Traded

Tennessee Titans general manager Jon Robinson said he "does not foresee" wide receiver A.J. Brown being traded. "We've had some discussions with him and his reps. We're working through that. We've made it public how we feel about A.J. We want him to be apart of this football team," Robinson said. Brown is expected to […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Thinks He'll Be Ready For Training Camp

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder) said the shoulder surgery that he had six weeks ago went well and that he thinks he'll be ready for training camp. However, Garoppolo isn't throwing yet and said "there's a lot of steps in between now and then, but I think we'll be ready by then." Some […]

Mekhi Becton Not Taking Part In Voluntary Workouts

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas said that left tackle Mekhi Becton (knee) is not participating in the team's voluntary offseason workouts in Florham Park. Becton is working out on his own in Dallas instead. The former 11th overall pick in 2020 started 13 games at left tackle in his rookie season, but he […]

Frank Ragnow Back To Full Health

Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow (toe) reported for voluntary offseason workouts this week and said he was close to 100% healthy by season's end last year and has been fully healthy for a while now. Ragnow suffered a turf-toe injury in Week 4 of last season and never returned to the field for Detroit. Getting […]

Bills Sign David Quessenberry

The Buffalo Bills signed former Tennessee Titans offensive lineman David Quessenberry to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. Quessenberry started every game for the Titans last season at right tackle. He'll serve as solid depth for Buffalo's offensive line and could see some time at right guard. Quessenberry spent the last three seasons with the […]

Jordan Akins Signs With Giants

Former Houston Texans tight end Jordan Akins signed an undisclosed one-year deal with the New York Giants on Thursday, according to a league source. The Giants were looking for more tight end help after both Evan Engram and Kyle Rudolph left this offseason. Ricky Seals-Jones is expected to be the team's primary pass-catching tight end, […]

Zack Collins Hitting Cleanup For Toronto

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Zack Collins is doing the catching and is hitting cleanup on Thursday against Boston Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck. It will be the first time that Collins has hit cleanup in the major leagues, but he'll get the nod there on Thursday after a hot start to his season. The 27-year-old […]

Garrett Whitlock Likely To Start Saturday

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said there's a good chance that right-hander Garrett Whitlock will start on Saturday on the road against the Tampa Bay Rays. Tanner Houck will likely pitch after left-hander Rich Hill on Sunday in the series finale. Whitlock has worked exclusively out of the bullpen as a reliever so far […]

Bobby Witt Jr. Dropped To Seventh In Lineup

Kansas City Royals third baseman Bobby Witt Jr. has been dropped to seventh in the lineup on Thursday against Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan. Before Thursday, the shortstop prospect hadn't hit lower than third in KC's batting order, but Witt just hasn't gotten off to a great start in his rookie season. He's gone just […]

Byron Buxton Back In Action Against Royals

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (knee) is back in the starting lineup on Thursday, serving as the designated hitter and hitting leadoff against Kansas City Royals right-hander Zack Greinke. Buxton left last Friday's game with a knee injury, but he didn't suffer any structural damage and avoided a trip to the injured list. Injuries have […]

George Springer Out On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (forearm) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Boston Red Sox. Springer was hit by a pitch on Wednesday, but X-rays came back negative and he's just dealing with a bruised arm. The 32-year-old will take the day off on Thursday, but there's a good chance […]

Trevor Story Leading Off, J.D. Martinez Out Thursday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story (head) is playing second base and leading off for the Red Sox on Thursday against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman. Story was hit in the head by a pitch on Wednesday, but he passed the league's concussion protocol and will hit leadoff for the first time with […]