Alex Smith Doesn't Practice Wednesday

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (calf) did not practice on Wednesday. Smith suffered a minor calf strain in the Week 14 win over the 49ers, but he still has a chance to play in Week 15 against the Seahawks, but he needs rest and not repetitions. Washington remains optimistic that the 36-year-old veteran can […]

Angels Sign Alex Claudio

The Los Angeles Angels signed left-handed reliever Alex Claudio to a one-year, $1.125 million deal on Wednesday. The 28-year-old had a 3.44 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 311 appearances for the Rangers and Brewers from 2014 to 2020, recording 217 strikeouts and 78 walks in 311 2/3 innings. Left-handers have hit just .202/.246/.310 against him […]

Frank Ragnow Could Miss Week 15

Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow (throat) suffered a fractured throat in the first quarter of last week's game, according to a source. Ragnow somehow finished the game but didn't practice on Wednesday and could miss the Week 15 game against the Titans. He's played the most snaps at center in the league this season and […]

Vikings Non-Committal On Dan Bailey

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer was non-committal on whether kicker Dan Bailey will start in Week 15 against the Bears. Bailey has made two of his six field-goal attempts and one of his four extra points in the last two weeks. Minnesota cut practice-squad kicker Tristan Vizcaino on Tuesday, but they have worked out […]

Daniel Jones' Week 15 Status In Doubt

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (ankle, hamstring) sprained his ankle in the second quarter of the Week 14 loss to the Cardinals, according to a source. Jones' status is now in doubt for Week 15 against the Browns on Sunday night. The second-year signal-caller was already a shaky low-end QB2 for fantasy managers coming […]

Christian McCaffrey Not Wearing A Helmet Wednesday

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (quadriceps, shoulder) is at practice on Wednesday in cleats and a jersey, but he's not wearing a helmet, which means he likely won't be a full participant. McCaffrey might get in some limited work this week, but he's not expected to play in Week 15 against the Packers on […]

La'Mical Perine, Sam Ficken Returning To Practice

The New York Jets have designated rookie running back La'Mical Perine (ankle) and kicker Sam Ficken (groin) to return to practice after both players were placed on Injured Reserve on Nov. 24. Perine and Ficken now have a chance to return before the end of the season, but they won't be guaranteed to be active […]

Kenny Golladay Out Wednesday

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hip) will miss yet another practice on Wednesday. Golladay has been out since Week 8 with his hip injury, and it's fair to wonder at this point if he'll play at all in the final three games of the regular season. Fantasy managers shouldn't have Golladay in their plans […]

Matthew Stafford Could Miss Practice All Week

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (rib) will not practice on Wednesday and could miss the entire week of practice, according to interim head coach Darrell Bevell. "Gonna take it to the end of the week. Gonna see how he does. I'm totally comfortable with him not practicing and (then) playing in the game, I've seen […]

T.Y. Hilton Back To His Old Self?

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton had only 26 receptions for 291 yards and no touchdowns in the first 10 games of the season. It was looking like the 31-year-old was on a rapid decline with quarterback Philip Rivers now under center. The guy nicknamed the Ghost for his ability to slip behind defenses and […]

Bengals Defense Loses Geno Atkins To IR

The Cincinnati Bengals placed defensive tackle Geno Atkins (shoulder) on the Injured Reserve on Wednesday with a right shoulder injury that has been bothering him all year long. A source said he will have shoulder surgery. The fourth-round pick of 2010 will miss the rest of the season with just three games remaining. An already […]

Drew Brees Not Ruled Out For Week 15

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (lung, rib) isn't being ruled out yet for Week 15 against the Chiefs, but his chances aren't great. Week 15 was the original target date for Brees' return, but he didn't have full range of motion and was dealing with some pain in his last throwing session a couple […]

Daniel Jones Expected To Start Sunday Night

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (hamstring) continues to deal with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 12 and didn't look great in the Week 14 loss to the Cardinals, but he's expected to start on Sunday night against the Browns in Week 15. The biggest takeaway is that he didn't aggravate his hamstring by […]

Reds Closing Job Amir Garrett's To Lose?

Cincinnati Reds left-handed reliever Amir Garrett thinks the 2021 closer job is "mine to lose" after the team traded former closer Raisel Iglesias to the Angels last week. The 28-year-old intends to fill the ninth-inning role, and manager David Bell said that Garrett will be a candidate, along with Lucas Sims and Tejay Antone. Garrett […]

Mets Willing To Talk Extension With Michael Conforto

The New York Mets, under new owner Steve Cohen and president Sandy Alderson, have been willing to discuss a contract extension with outfielder Michael Conforto. However, Conforto's agent, Scott Boras, doesn't anticipate talks to start until the two sides begin arbitration negotiations. The 27-year-old has one year remaining until he becomes a free agent and […]

Rhys Hoskins Should Be Ready In 2021

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman/outfielder Rhys Hoskins (elbow) is recovering nicely from elbow surgery and should be ready to play in the 2021 season, according to his agent, Scott Boras. Hoskins is scheduled to begin swinging a bat soon. Manager Joe Girardi is also optimistic about Hoskins' chances of being ready next year, so it's not […]

Yankees Top Priority Is DJ LeMahieu

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that re-signing infielder DJ LeMahieu is the "No. 1 priority" this offseason. LeMahieu just finished a team-friendly two-year, $24 million deal and is one of the most attractive free agents this winter. He's been one of the most valuable players the last two years, winning the 2020 batting […]

Nationals Not Seriously Considering Kris Bryant

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said that the team hasn't had any serious ideas of acquiring Chicago Cubs third baseman and former MVP Kris Bryant. Rizzo said the offseason priority is a bat for the middle of the lineup after they lost star third baseman Anthony Rendon in free agency last year. Manager Dave […]

Mariners Acquire Rafael Montero From Rangers

The Seattle Mariners acquired right-handed reliever Rafael Montero from the Texas Rangers on Tuesday in exchange for 17-year-old pitching prospect Jose Corniell and a player to be named later. Montero, 30, was Texas' closer for most of last year with Jose Leclerc (shoulder) making just two appearances. He was 0-1 with a 4.08 ERA. Montero […]

Jameson Taillon On Track For 2021 Return

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (elbow) is on schedule to return next season after missing most of 2019 and all of 2020 while recovering from his second Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. The 29-year-old has been throwing the ball well and is very eager to get back into games. But with Pittsburgh […]

Buster Posey Remains Giants Primary Catcher

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will remain the team's "primary catcher" in 2021 and will receive "the lion's share of the reps" behind the dish despite the presence of top prospect Joey Bart, according to manager Gabe Kapler. The six-time All-Star is owed $21.4 million in what could be the last year of his […]

Mario Edwards Jr. Charged With Misdemeanor Assault

Chicago Bears defensive lineman Mario Edwards Jr. was charged with misdemeanor assault on a female on Tuesday, according to a spokesperson for the district attorney's office in North Carolina. The incident occurred on Oct. 17, the night before the Bears played the Panthers. No court date has been set. The woman in question accused Edwards […]

Christian McCaffrey Not Expected To Play In Week 15

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said he doesn't think running back Christian McCaffrey (quadriceps) will play on Saturday against the Packers in Week 15. That could change if McCaffrey is able to practice on Wednesday, but as of right now, Rhule doesn't expect McCaffrey to be out there this weekend. It's bad news for […]

DeVante Parker Has Slight Hamstring Strain

Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker (hamstring) suffered a slight hamstring strain in the Week 14 loss to the Chiefs, and his status for Week 15 against the division-rival Patriots is to be determined. It'll all depend on whether Parker can practice and to what extent before this weekend's clash with New England. Even if […]

Trace McSorley To IR, Dez Bryant Activated From COVID-19 List

The Baltimore Ravens placed quarterback Trace McSorley (knee) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday with a knee sprain that he suffered late in the Monday night win over the Browns. In a corresponding move, the team activated wide receiver Dez Bryant from the Reserve/COVID-19 list. With Robert Griffin III (hamstring) also on IR, the Ravens will […]

Ryan Succop Put On Reserve/COVID-19 List

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Ryan Succop, punter Bradley Pinion and long snapper Zach Triner have been placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday. It's unclear if any of them actually tested positive for COVID-19 or if they were just deemed high-risk close contacts of someone else who did. If they are high-risk contacts, they still […]

Matt Feiler Placed On Injured Reserve

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that offensive guard Matt Feiler (pectoral) was placed on the Injured Reserve on Tuesday after suffering a pectoral injury in the Week 14 loss to the Bills on Sunday night. It's more bad news for a Steelers offensive line and running game that has struggled mightily in two […]

Titans Activate Kristian Fulton From Injured Reserve

The Tennessee Titans activated rookie cornerback Kristian Fulton from Injured Reserve on Tuesday. In corresponding moves, the team placed linebacker Tuzar Skipper on the practice-squad IR and activated defensive lineman Teair Tart from the suspended list. Fulton wrapped up his third week of practice last week and is now eligible to play in Week 15 […]

Jeff Okudah Has Core Muscle Surgery

Detroit Lions first-round rookie cornerback Jeff Okudah (core) confirmed on his Twitter page that he underwent successful core muscle surgery. "I've been through a roller coaster of emotions this past week, but I just wanted to share with everyone that I underwent a successful core muscle procedure to fix an injury that I've dealt with […]

Jedrick Wills Tweaks His Ankle

Cleveland Browns rookie left tackle Jedrick Wills (ankle), the 10th overall pick in this year's draft, tweaked his ankle in the Monday night loss to the Ravens, according to a source. However, the injury isn't serious and shouldn't be a concern moving forward. Head coach Kevin Stefanski also said that safety Andrew Sendejo (concussion) suffered […]