Jordan Sheffield Likely To Return This Year

Colorado Rockies right-hander Jordan Sheffield (lat, shoulder) will likely be back this season, according to manager Bud Black. However, Sheffield isn't expected to return anytime soon after suffering a lat/shoulder strain. The 26-year-old made his major league debut this year and had been holding his own before the injury, posting a 3.26 ERA and 0.98 […]

Josh James Suffers A Setback

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker said that relief pitcher Josh James (hamstring, hip) has suffered a setback in his rehab, however, it's not arm related. James hurt his hamstring while conditioning, but it's unclear what it means for his timetable as he works his way back from hip surgery. Before this setback, the right-handed pitcher […]

Spencer Howard Pushed Back To Monday Against Dodgers

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Spencer Howard was originally slated to start on Saturday against the New York Yankees, but he will instead take his next turn on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to manager Joe Girardi. Vince Velazquez will start on Saturday, and Aaron Nola will go Sunday against New York. The 24-year-old […]

Michael Kopech To Throw Side Sessions

Chicago White Sox right-hander Michael Kopech (hamstring) will resume throwing side sessions in the coming days and could throw a simulated game in the near future as well. General manager Rich Hahn said the team wants to see how Kopech's side sessions go before deciding on whether he'll need to go on a minor league […]

Cavan Biggio May Meet The Team In Boston

Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said that there's a good chance that infielder/outfielder Cavan Biggio (neck) will meet the team in Boston on Friday for the start of their weekend series. Biggio has been out since May 21 with a cervical spine sprain, and the Blue Jays didn't want to rush him on a […]

Cardinals Activate Paul DeJong From Injured List

The St. Louis Cardinals activated shortstop Paul DeJong (ribs) from the 10-day injured list on Thursday and optioned first baseman John Nogowski to Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move. DeJong, who is hitting just .177 with seven home runs and 18 RBI on the season, was put on the injured list on May 13 with […]

Johnathan Joseph Announces Retirement

Long-time NFL cornerback Johnathan Joseph announced his retirement from football on his Twitter account on Thursday after a 15-year career. Joseph was a first-round pick (24th overall) of the Cincinnati Bengals out of South Carolina in 2006. Joseph spent the first five years of his career in Cincinnati before joining the Houston Texans, where he […]

Jace Sternberger Suspended For First Two Games In 2021

Green Bay Packers tight end Jace Sternberger has been suspended without pay for the first two games of the 2021 regular season for violating the league's policy on substances of abuse. He will be eligible to return to the active roster on Tuesday, Sept. 11, following the Week 2 game against the Detroit Lions. In […]

Packers Add Jake Dolegala To QB Room

The Green Bay Packers are signing free-agent quarterback Jake Dolegala to an undisclosed deal on Thursday, according to his agent. Dolegala, who tried out at the team's mandatory minicamp, will provide some more quarterback depth for Green Bay heading into training camp next month. The Packers now have five signal-callers on the roster, including Dolegala, […]

Henry Ruggs III Has High Expectations In Year 2

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III, the first receiver taken in last year's stacked class, has high expectations for himself in 2021 after disappointing in his rookie season. Ruggs wasn't able to work with coaches directly due to COVID-19 after being the 12th overall pick, and he also dealt with a thigh injury […]

Hunter Henry Injured In Practice Thursday

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (leg) appeared to injure his lower left leg during 7-on-7 drills midway through practice on Thursday. Henry tested his leg out on the sideline after having his ankle/foot re-taped, but he never returned to practice. It doesn't sound like this is a serious injury, but we'll have to […]

Patriots Not Concerned With Cam Newton's Injury

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton's (hand) bruised hand will continue to keep him out of practice, but head coach Bill Belichick isn't too concerned about Newton's injury. "He's doing all right. He won't participate today, but he's getting better," Belichick said Thursday. Newton suffered a slight bone bruise in his right hand after hitting […]

Bears Sign Justin Fields To Rookie Deal

The Chicago Bears agreed to terms with first-round quarterback Justin Fields on a fully guaranteed four-year, $18,871,952 contract on Thursday that includes a $11,085,056 signing bonus, according to a source. Chicago traded up to take Fields at No. 11 overall in this year's NFL draft as their quarterback of the future. It's been expected that […]

Kyle Long Could Miss Training Camp

Kansas City Chiefs offensive guard Kyle Long (leg) suffered a leg injury that could keep him out of training camp this summer, according to sources. There was initial concern that the injury was serious, but the hope is that he could be back right before the start of the regular season after Long underwent tests. […]

Charvarius Ward Signs His Tender

Kansas City Chiefs restricted free-agent cornerback Charvarius Ward signed his second-round tender on Wednesday, according to his agent, Kevin Conner. Ward's second-round tender is worth $3.384 million in 2021. He entered the league in 2018 with the Dallas Cowboys after going undrafted. Kansas City acquired Ward in a trade before the regular season, and he […]

Todd Gurley II Visiting The Ravens

Former Pro Bowl running back Todd Gurley II is visiting with the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, according to a source. The former Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons runner also recently visited the Detroit Lions. If Gurley were to join Baltimore, he'd be joining a crowded backfield that also includes J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards and […]

Jordan Love Ready To Start If Needed

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love said that he will be ready to start in Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints if Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the team is finished. The Packers traded up to take Love in the first round of the 2020 draft, and he's looked much improved at the team's minicamp […]

Amari Cooper Could Miss Start Of Training Camp

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (ankle) might not be ready for the start of training camp at the end of July as he tries to calm the irritation in his ankle. Cooper obviously isn't taking part in minicamp this month because of an irritation in his ankle that took place around two weeks ago. […]

Packers Sign De'Vondre Campbell

The Green Bay Packers signed free-agent linebacker De'Vondre Campbell to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday and released running back Mike Weber in a corresponding move. A six-year veteran from the University of Minnesota, Campbell will help the team's thin inside linebacker position. A fourth-round pick of the Atlanta Falcons back in 2016, he had 99 […]

Dolphins Sign First-Rounder Jaelan Phillips

The Miami Dolphins signed first-round linebacker Jaelan Phillips to his four-year rookie deal on Wednesday. Phillips was taken with the 18th overall selection in this year's NFL draft out of the University of Miami. In his first full season in 2020, he earned All-American honors while racking up 45 tackles, eight sacks, one interception and […]

Texans Cut Duke Ejiofor

The Houston Texans cut linebacker Duke Ejiofor with a failed-physical designation on Wednesday, according to the league's transaction wire. The Texans drafted Ejiofor in the sixth round in 2018 out of Wake Forest. He had nine tackles (six solo), two QB hits, two passes defensed, one fumble recovery and a sack in 12 games (no […]

Michael Walker Reaches Agreement With Eagles

Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Michael Walker reached an agreement on an undisclosed deal with the Philadelphia Eagles on Wednesday, according to his agent. Walker went undrafted out of Boston College but signed with Jacksonville in 2019. The 24-year-old had just two catches for 15 yards and returned 18 kickoffs for 411 yards and three […]

Cowboys Sign First-Rounder Micah Parsons

The Dallas Cowboys signed first-round linebacker Micah Parsons to his fully guaranteed four-year rookie deal on Wednesday, according to a source. The Cowboys selected Parsons 12th overall in this year's NFL draft out of Penn State. With Sean Lee retiring and Leighton Vander Esch unable to stay healthy, Parsons will become an immediate starter in […]

Rangers Designate Khris Davis For Assignment

The Texas Rangers designated outfielder/designated hitter Khris Davis for assignment on Tuesday after he hit .157 with two home runs and five RBI in 22 games in his first season with the team. The 33-year-old slugger led the American League with 48 home runs in 2018 when he was with the Oakland Athletics, but the […]

Chris Sale Confident He'll Pitch In 2021

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) is confident that he'll pitch before the end of this season. "One hundred percent," Sale said Tuesday. "Unless something crazy happens. I'll be there soon enough." The 32-year-old southpaw threw 25 pitches, including a combination of his fastball, changeup and slider, on Tuesday. The left-hander could face […]

Blidi Wreh-Wilson Lands With Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders are signing former Atlanta Falcons cornerback Blidi Wreh-Wilson to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Wreh-Wilson was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2013 out of Connecticut and spent his first three NFL seasons in Nashville. The 31-year-old veteran spent the last five seasons with the Falcons, where he recorded 33 tackles […]

Saquon Barkley Won't Put A Timetable On His Return

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee), who missed the final 14 games of last season after tearing his ACL, declined to provide a timetable for his return when speaking to the media on Wednesday. "You know me, I'll take it one day at a time. … It's going to be whenever my body […]

Broncos An Option For Deshaun Watson?

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has been getting recruited by former teammates and players across the NFL after he requested a trade earlier this offseason. Watson remains open to several options, including the Denver Broncos. Broncos safety Kareem Jackson said that Watson wants to be in Denver, but NFL Network's Ian Rapoport doesn't think Denver […]

Ronald Torreyes To Be Phillies Shortstop

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Ronald Torreyes will serve as the team's starting shortstop for now with Didi Gregorius (elbow) still on the injured list. Manager Joe Girardi said he'd also be comfortable using Luke Williams at the 6, but for now it'll mainly be Torreyes at the position. The 28-year-old is in his seventh big league […]

Cardinals Sign First-Rounder Zaven Collins

The Arizona Cardinals signed first-round linebacker Zaven Collins to his four-year rookie contract on Tuesday, according to a source. Collins was selected 16th overall in this year's draft out of Tulsa. They added to a position of strength, as the Cardinals also have last year's first-rounder Isaiah Simmons, an aging Chandler Jones and Jordan Hicks. […]