Larry Fitzgerald Leaning Toward Retirement?

When asked by Jim Gray on SiriusXM Radio if he will play football this year, free-agent wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald sounds more like he's leaning toward a soft retirement than anything. "For now I'll be a radio broadcaster. Jim, to be honest with you, I just don't have the urge to play right now. I […]

Jason Croom Could Be Lost For The Season

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Jason Croom (knee), who was carted off early in the preseason game against the New England Patriots on Thursday, is feared to have suffered a season-ending knee injury, according to a source. Croom is undergoing an MRI exam to confirm. The 27-year-old played in just four games for the Eagles last […]

Teven Jenkins Undergoing Back Surgery

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy said that second-round left tackle Teven Jenkins (back) is undergoing back surgery on Wednesday, but "the goal is to get him back this season." The Bears are eyeing a November return for Jenkins, but it's a blow to Chicago's offensive line nevertheless, as the rookie was projected to start […]

Brandon McManus Perfect In First Preseason Game

Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus made his lone field-goal attempt from 34 yards and all four of his extra-point tries in the 33-6 win over the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday in the team's preseason opener. McManus led the league with 10 field goals of 50-plus yards last season, but he also missed as many extra-point […]

Tim Patrick Back At Practice Wednesday

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (groin) returned to practice on Wednesday. Patrick has been in and out of practice for the last couple of weeks, and he didn't take part in the preseason-opening win over the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday as a result. The injury doesn't seem very serious, but Patrick could be on […]

Jerry Jeudy Sees Three Targets Against Minnesota

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy saw just three targets in the preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday, catching one pass for 33 yards. Jeudy didn't see much action in the first preseason game, but he was able to gain significant yards after the catch on his lone reception. He was also called […]

Trinity Benson Worth Keeping An Eye On?

Denver Broncos wide receiver Trinity Benson, an undrafted pass-catcher out of East Carolina, caught all four of his targets for 36 yards and two touchdowns in the preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday. Benson was playing against Minnesota's backups, and Denver's starting wideouts played sparingly, with Courtland Sutton (knee) sitting out entirely. The […]

K.J. Hamler Has A Big Game Against Vikings

Denver Broncos wide receiver K.J. Hamler caught both of his targets, including an 80-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Drew Lock, and finished with 105 yards in the win over the Minnesota Vikings in the preseason opener last Saturday. Hamler's speed has impressed on-lookers during training camp, and he displayed that speed in the first preseason […]

Royce Freeman Currently Third On Depth Chart

Denver Broncos running back Royce Freeman is currently listed third on the running back depth chart with Mike Boone (quadriceps) set to miss four to six weeks. With Boone and Melvin Gordon III (groin) out in the preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday, Freeman rushed the ball five times for 33 yards (6.6 […]

Javonte Williams Handles Five Carries In Preseason Opener

Denver Broncos rookie running back Javonte Williams handled just five carries for 29 yards in the preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday. With Melvin Gordon III nursing a groin injury, Williams was the first running back to touch the ball and was efficient with his work, averaging 5.8 yards per carry while showing […]

Teddy Bridgewater Sharp In Preseason Opener

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was sharp in the team's preseason opener against the Minnesota Vikings last Saturday, completing seven of his nine attempts for 74 yards and a touchdown against Minnesota's backups. However, Drew Lock was equally impressing, throwing for 151 yards and two touchdowns in three offensive possessions. Head coach Vic Fangio plans […]

Dak Prescott To Get Another MRI

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (shoulder) hasn't had another setback from his right shoulder strain, but he's planning on getting another MRI exam when the team breaks from training camp to return home this weekend. Prescott said he's making progress, and he resumed some light throwing earlier this week. The Cowboys are taking every precaution […]

Danny Jansen Progressing, Cavan Biggio Still Hurting

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen (hamstring) is progressing well, is running the bases and could start playing in rehab games soon. Infielder Cavan Biggio (back), however, is still bothered by his back injury. Jansen was placed on the injured list with a right hamstring strain two weeks ago, but he's nearing a return. He […]

Harold Ramirez Injured Wednesday Night

Cleveland Indians outfielder Harold Ramirez (knee) left the game early on Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics with right knee tightness. Ramirez had an RBI single and was caught stealing before he left the contest. We'll let you know more on the injury when there's more information, but for now, fantasy managers should consider Ramirez day-to-day. […]

Titans Sign Tedric Thompson On Wednesday

The Tennessee Titans signed former Denver Broncos safety Tedric Thompson to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to a source. Thompson played eight games for the Kansas City Chiefs last year, but he was cut in November. He signed with the Broncos late last month but was released on Sunday. The 26-year-old was a fourth-round […]

Ha Ha Clinton-Dix Joins 49ers

Former first-round safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix signed an undisclosed deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Wednesday, according to his agents. Clinton-Dix never saw action in a regular season game with the Dallas Cowboys last year, and he last played in 16 games with the Chicago Bears in 2019. In those 16 contests, the one-time […]

Seahawks Release Aldon Smith

The Seattle Seahawks released defensive end Aldon Smith on Wednesday, according to a source. Smith produced 48 tackles and five sacks over a full season with the Dallas Cowboys in 2020 in his return to football. He parlayed that into a one-year deal with Seattle back in April, but he's back on the open market […]

Albert Okwuegbunam Feeling 100 Percent

Denver Broncos tight end Albert Okwuegbugam (knee), who suffered a torn ACL in the fourth game of his rookie season in 2020, said his knee is "100 percent" during training camp. Okwuegbunam proved to be a difficult physical matchup for defensive backs and caught nine passes for 105 yards in his first two games before […]

Noah Fant's Role Evolving

Denver Broncos third-year tight end Noah Fant is likely to be used in more creative ways in his second season in offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur's scheme. Fant's routes in early training camp practices have originated from various spots, and he thinks his practice activity is a sampling of how the team's offense can be more […]

K.J. Hamler's Speed Has Been Impossible To Miss

Denver Broncos second-year wide receiver K.J. Hamler's speed has been impossible to miss early in training camp. "I've been really impressed with KJ out here," tight end Noah Fant said. "He's shown a lot of really good things. The guy can run. He's going to be really good for us." Hamler caught a 50-year touchdown […]

Tim Patrick Dealing With Groin Injury

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (groin) was held out of practice on Sunday with a groin issue, according to head coach Vic Fangio. "Nothing serious, but just taking the precautions," Fangio said. Receivers Diontae Spencer and Tyrie Cleveland were also held out with injuries. Patrick was also held out of practice last Friday with […]

Courtland Sutton Regaining Pro Bowl Form

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (knee) appears to be regaining his Pro Bowl form of two seasons ago at training camp after he tore his ACL in Week 2 of last season. The Broncos continue to carefully manage his work as they did during organized team activities and minicamp, but Sutton has made "steady […]

Mike Boone Could Be A Significant Contributor

Denver Broncos running back Mike Boone could be a significant contributor to the team's backfield this year, according to general manager George Paton. Boone, who was with the Minnesota Vikings during Paton's tenure as assistant general manager, is trending as the No. 3 in this backfield behind Melvin Gordon III and rookie second-rounder Javonte Williams. […]

Teddy Bridgewater Hasn't Separated Himself In QB Competition

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio called the quarterback competition between Teddy Bridgewater and Drew Lock "still even Steven" last week. Fangio also added that "there's been no separation" between the two signal-callers. Bridgewater and Lock continue to split the snaps evenly at practices, but we should get a better idea of who the favorite […]

Drew Lock Impressing In QB Competition?

Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur said that "this is the best version of Drew Lock I've seen" when asked if there has been any separation in the quarterback competition between Lock and Teddy Bridgewater in training camp. However, as recently as last week, head coach Vic Fangio called the competition between Lock and Bridgewater […]

Javier Baez Moving To The Hot Corner?

When the New York Mets initially acquired shortstop Javier Baez from the Chicago Cubs, the belief was that once Francisco Lindor (oblique) returns, that Baez would play second base. However, it looks as though the Mets are seriously considering moving Baez to third base when Lindor is back. The main reason being the fact that […]

Drew Lock To Receive First Rep On Wednesday

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said that quarterback Drew Lock will get the first practice repetition in training camp on Wednesday. "We have these first four days. Everything was 50-50 in OTA. What group worked with, drills. We will take look after first off day. Then maybe do a day where one gets 70 […]

Courtland Sutton Plans To Play One Preseason Game

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (knee) said the plan is for him to play in one of the team's three preseason games. "Me being a competitor, I wish I could play in all of them," Sutton said. The 25-year-old took part in some of the offseason workouts and is being limited to begin training […]

Aaron Sanchez To Throw Another Bullpen

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Aaron Sanchez (biceps, finger) will throw another bullpen session before he comes off the injured list. Sanchez has been out since early May with biceps inflammation and yet another blister issue, which is why he's seen a lengthy minor league rehab assignment. The 29-year-old hasn't exactly been great down on […]

Luis Garcia Coming Up For The Nationals

Washington Nationals infielder Luis Garcia was pulled in Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday night and will meet the Nationals in Philadelphia on Wednesday, eventually replacing shortstop Trea Turner, who tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday. Garcia played in 11 games with the Nats earlier this year and went 4-for-18 (.222) with a triple, two walks and […]