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 […]

Chris Archer Goes Three-Plus Scoreless Innings In Rehab Start

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Chris Archer (forearm) allowed just one hit while walking one and striking out four in 3 2/3 scoreless innings in his minor league rehab start for Triple-A Durham on Tuesday. This was Archer's fourth minor league rehab appearance, and he was able to throw 35 of his 59 pitches for strikes […]

Brandon Belt To Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) plans to start a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Sacramento, and he's expected to play in four or five games before coming off the injured list to join the first-place Giants. Belt has been feeling good and doesn't think it'll take long to get […]

Joe Kelly Could Be Ready On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (hamstring) isn't available on Tuesday against the San Francisco Giants after injuring his hamstring on Sunday, according to manager Dave Roberts. However, the Dodgers are hopeful that Kelly will be ready to go on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander is a key component in a setup role in the […]

Dodgers Hopeful Mookie Betts Will Return Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) had his "best day in a couple weeks" on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers are hopeful that Betts will return from the injured list when he's eligible on Sunday. Betts landed on the injured list with lingering right hip inflammation on July 25, but he's […]

Colton Welker Back In Action After Suspension

Colorado Rockies third base prospect Colton Welker is coming off his 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs and played in his first game in Arizona on Monday. There's a good chance the Rockies will bring him up at some point this season. The team's No. 11 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, didn't play at all in 2020 […]

K.J. Hamler Ready To Go For Camp

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said that wide receiver K.J. Hamler (hamstring) will be ready to go for training camp. "We have to do a good job of keeping him healthy," Fangio said. Hamler battled hamstring issues throughout his rookie season and ended the year in 2020 on Injured Reserve with a concussion. The […]

Justin Fields Will See Preseason Action

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy said he will take an aggressive approach to playing time in the preseason, and rookie quarterback Justin Fields is "going to get a healthy amount of reps." Fields is expected to open his first season in the NFL as the backup to veteran Andy Dalton, but the rookie will […]

Devin Asiasi Tests Positive For COVID-19

New England Patriots tight end Devin Asiasi is out indefinitely in training camp after testing positive for COVID-19. Since he is fully vaccinated, Asiasi can return when he produces two negative tests 24 hours apart. The good news is that the second-year tight end is experiencing only mild symptoms and is targeting a return to […]

Austin Hooper Should Have More Chemistry With Baker Mayfield

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield should have better chemistry with tight end Austin Hooper heading into their second season together. Hooper had an adjustment period in 2020 after coming over from the Atlanta Falcons. His disappointing season in his first year in Cleveland has him going, on average, as the No. 22 fantasy tight end […]

Xavien Howard Shows Up To Camp

Miami Dolphins star cornerback Xavien Howard, who wants a new contract from the team, reported to training camp on Tuesday, according to a source. So Howard will not hold out after all. The two-time Pro Bowler and 2020 All-Pro inked a five-year, $75.25 million contract extension back in 2019, which at the time made him […]

Preston Williams Placed On The PUP List

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Preston Williams (foot) is not ready to practice and will start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list. Williams had surgery on his foot last November and was held out of practice during the offseason program. Injuries have been a problem for him in his two NFL seasons, but […]

Antoine Winfield Jr. Delayed By COVID-19

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr. tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, but it was followed by a negative test on Monday. "Antoine tested positive, but today he tested negative, so we think it's a false positive," head coach Bruce Arians said. "That's the problem right now with these false positives, they're missing two […]

Luke Weaver To Throw Bullpen Session Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (shoulder) will throw a 60-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. Weaver is making his way back from a right rotator cuff strain that landed him on the injured list in mid-May. The right-hander is making progress and could face live hitters soon, but he still has a ways to go […]

Ketel Marte Cleared For Rehab Assignment

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ketel Marte (hamstring) will begin his minor league rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Tuesday. Marte has been limited to side work in the last four weeks as he tries to return from a left hamstring strain, so his fantasy managers should be pretty happy that he's made the next […]

Trea Turner Injures Himself Tuesday

Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner (undisclosed) appeared to injure himself on Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Phillies after he went from first to third base in the top of the first inning. Turner slid into third and didn't look comfortable, then went straight down the tunnel after scoring on first baseman Josh Bell's home run. […]

Ryan McMahon Returns On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon (leg) is back in the starting lineup on Tuesday at third base. He's hitting sixth against Los Angeles Angels left-hander Jose Suarez. McMahon missed a couple of games this week with lower leg stiffness, but it wasn't a serious issue. The 26-year-old left-handed hitter has been solid this year with […]