Alex Smith's Injury Not Related To Broken Leg

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (calf) said his right calf strain is not at all related to his previous broken leg that almost ended his career and caused him to almost lose his leg. Smith said it was "a freak thing" that was minor the week before and became a bigger issue in the […]

Drew Brees Has Successful Practice Wednesday

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (lung, ribs), officially returned to practice on Wednesday, and it went well. The Saints have three weeks to place him on the active roster, so they won't rush him, but Wednesday's practice was a great sign for the veteran quarterback. It would be nice to see Brees battle Patrick […]

Raiders Defense To Be Without Four Starters Thursday

The Las Vegas Raiders will be without defensive end Clelin Ferrell (shoulder), safety Johnathan Abram (concussion, knee), rookie cornerback Damon Arnette (concussion, neck) and lineback Nicolas Morrow (concussion, neck) for Thursday night's game against the division-rival Chargers. The Raiders just fired their defensive coordinator after allowing 40-plus points in the loss to the Colts. Las […]

Greg Olsen Returning To Practice

The Seattle Seahawks are opening tight end Greg Olsen's (foot) 21-day window to return to practice after being put on Injured Reserve. Olsen now has a chance to reach his goal of returning before the end of the 2020 season in what could very well be his last year in the NFL. While the 35-year-old […]

Buccaneers Put Ronald Jones II On COVID-19 List

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed running back Ronald Jones II (finger) on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. Jones' status for Week 15 against the Falcons was already in doubt after he underwent surgery on his fractured pinkie finger this week, so this news all but rules him out. Not only is Jones now doubtful to […]

Marquise Brown, Miles Boykin, James Proche On COVID-19 List

The Baltimore Ravens placed wide receivers Marquise Brown, Miles Boykin and rookie James Proche II on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. Even if all three of the wideouts are just high-risk close contacts of someone that tested positive for the virus, all three of them are now in doubt to play in Week 15 against […]

Julian Edelman Returns To Practice

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (knee) returned to a full practice on Wednesday. It's a sign that the 34-year-old could return to action in Week 15 against the Dolphins after being out since Week 7 due to a knee injury and a positive COVID-19 test. Edelman would be a risky flex option for […]

49ers Open Practice Window For George Kittle

The San Francisco 49ers opened the practice window for tight end George Kittle (foot) on Wednesday. Kittle can now be activated from Injured Reserve within the next three weeks. It doesn't necessarily mean that he'll be back in action in Week 15 against the Cowboys, though, and fantasy managers that have kept Kittle stashed will […]

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 […]