JuJu Smith-Schuster Still Expected To Play Sunday

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee), who was limited in practice on Thursday, is still expected to play in Week 15 against the Bills on Sunday night, barring any future setbacks. Smith-Schuster practiced in full on Wednesday, so the limited practice was initially seen as a troubling setback. He's been […]

Braves Interested In Hyun-Jin Ryu?

The Atlanta Braves are believed to have checked in with starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu, but their level of interest is unknown. The Dodgers, Blue Jays and Twins are also interested in the left-handed hurler. The Korean southpaw had a fine season with the Dodgers in 2019, going 14-5 with a 2.32 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and […]

Red Sox Agree With Jose Peraza

The Boston Red Sox agreed to a one-year deal with infielder Jose Peraza on Thursday, according to sources. His deal is believed to be for close to $3 million with incentives. His deal is The 25-year-old has slashed .274/.312/.374 with 28 home runs, 67 doubles, 154 RBI and 200 runs scored in 520 games in […]

Scott Miller On Track For Week 15

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Scott Miller (hamstring) got in a full practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. He looks to be on track to return for Week 15 in a mouthwatering matchup against the Lions. There is increased opportunity to produce as well with Mike Evans shut down for the rest of […]

Bo Scarbrough Downgraded To Out Thursday

Detroit Lions running back Bo Scarbrough (ribs) was downgraded to out of practice on Thursday after getting in a limited session on Wednesday. It puts Scarbrough in danger of missing Week 15 against the Buccaneers, especially if he misses another practice on Friday. Even if Scarbrough plays, he'll be more of a low-upside RB3/flex in […]

Jets Put Ryan Griffin On Injured Reserve

The New York Jets placed tight end Ryan Griffin on Injured Reserve on Thursday and activated offensive lineman Brent Qvale in a corresponding move. Griffin became a streaming TE2 option at fantasy's thinnest position in 2019, mainly because Chris Herndon IV was injured all year. The 29-year-old finishes with 34 catches on 41 targets for […]

Devonta Freeman Back At Practice Thursday

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (knee) returned to a limited practice on Thursday after being held out on Wednesday. The Falcons were likely just managing his repetitions on Wednesday. Expect Freeman to be taken off the injury report on Friday and to play in Week 15 against the 49ers. He had one of his […]

Adam Humphries Remains Out Of Practice

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Adam Humphries (ankle) remained out of practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Humphries looks destined to miss his second straight game unless he can get in at least a limited practice on Friday. In this run-first offense, Humphries hasn't been fantasy relevant all year. Rookie A.J. Brown is your […]

Allen Hurns A Full Practice Participant

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Allen Hurns (ankle, knee) returned to a full practice on Thursday after being a spectator at Wednesday's session. It puts him on track to play in Week 15 in a sweet matchup against the Giants. It could become even sweeter if one or both of Devante Parker (concussion) and Albert Wilson […]

Vance McDonald Gets In Limited Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald (concussion) returned to a limited practice on Thursday after being held out on Wednesday. He has a chance to play in Week 15 against the Bills on Sunday night, but he must first clear the league's concussion protocol. Even if McDonald is cleared on Friday to play on Sunday […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Leaves Practice Early

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (foot) left practice early on Thursday and was listed as a limited participant. Smith-Schuster was expected to return in Week 15 against the Bills and was a full participant in practice on Wednesday, so this represents a setback for the disappointing receiver. There's now no guarantee that he'll play […]

Alshon Jeffery Dealing With Lisfranc Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (foot), who was officially placed on Injured Reserve on Thursday, is dealing with a Lisfranc injury that is expected to require surgery. He's facing many months of recovery ahead and could be in danger of not being ready for training camp next summer. Jeffery will turn 30 in February […]

Ravens Could Rest Lamar Jackson In Week 17

The Baltimore Ravens could rest quarterback Lamar Jackson if they lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed by Week 17. If that's the case, Robert Griffin III would be expected to get the start in Week 17 against the Steelers, even if the season finale is important for the Steelers' chances of sealing a wild-card […]

Patrick Mahomes Taking Snaps Under Center

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (hand) took snaps under center at practice on Wednesday, but his right hand was pretty swollen on Monday after he injured it in the Week 14 win over the Patriots. Mahomes has been getting more treatment on his hand since the swelling went down earlier this week, including strengthening […]

John Ross' Injury Not Serious

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver John Ross (foot) was at practice again on Thursday, and his foot injury is very minimal. He should be expected to play in Week 15 against the Patriots. A serious deep threat with his top-notch speed, Ross was on his way to a breakout season before he suffered a broken collarbone […]

Cardinals Meet With Dallas Keuchel

The St. Louis Cardinals met this week with the representatives of starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel, according to sources. The Red Birds are definitely looking to add a starter or two in the offseason. Keuchel, 31, signed late in 2019 with Atlanta and went on to go 8-8 with a 3.75 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 91 […]

David Price On His Way Out Of Boston?

The Boston Red Sox have had trade talks with at least five teams about starting pitcher David Price, according to a source. The teams in play for the 2012 American League Cy Young winner include the Padres, Cardinals, White Sox and Reds. The Angels have also been in contact with Boston. The veteran southpaw has […]

Hunter Renfrow Back At Practice

Oakland Raiders rookie wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (ribs) is back at practice on Thursday. Renfrow has been out since Week 12 but has a shot at returning in Week 15 against the Jaguars. The 23-year-old first-year player has 36 receptions (53 targets) for 396 yards and two touchdowns on the year. Oakland just doesn't support […]

Dodgers Interested In Yoshitomo Tsutsugo

The Los Angeles Dodgers are showing interest in Japanese outfielder Yoshitomo Tsutsugo, according to a source. A potential designated hitter in the long term, Tsutsugo is viewed by many as a better fit for the American League. He's facing a Dec. 19 deadline to sign in the big leagues. Tsutsugo hit 29 home runs for […]

Jose Leclerc Generating Trade Interest

Texas Rangers closer Jose Leclerc is generating plenty of trade interest, according to sources. However, general manager Jon Daniels said that losing out on third baseman Anthony Rendon doesn't mean the team is leaning towards another year of a full rebuild. Leclerc definitely was more of a disappointment last year after posting a 1.56 ERA […]

No Timetable For Rashaad Penny

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (knee) doesn't have a timetable for a return next year after suffering a torn ACL last Sunday night against the Rams. Head coach Pete Carroll said that doctors will wait for inflammation to subside before undergoing surgery on Penny's knee. While he wouldn't say for sure that Penny won't […]

Nelson Agholor Still Out Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor (knee) wasn't seen at practice on Thursday for the second straight day. Unless Agholor gets in a limited practice on Friday, he'll be on his way to missing another game. It hurts even more with Alshon Jeffery on Injured Reserve for the final three games of the season. Even […]

Adam Thielen Optimistic About Playing Sunday

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (hamstring) called Thursday's practice a "win," but he will see how the rest of the week goes before he decides whether he'll play in Week 15 against the Chargers. Thielen is more optimistic about returning than he has been before. It's looking like he'll finally return for the first […]

Raheem Mostert Has Earned Leading Role

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said that running back Raheem Mostert has earned his role as the lead ball carrier of late and that "he's given us no choice." Mostert has had double-digit carries each of the last two weeks against the Ravens and Saints and has also caught four passes, including one […]

Dodgers Being Aggressive On Dellin Betances

The Los Angeles Dodgers are among the most aggressive suitors for relief pitcher Dellin Betances. They are pivoting to high-end relievers after not being able to land Gerrit Cole on the free-agent market. L.A. just signed Blake Treinen, who had a down year in Oakland last season, and Betances would also fit that mold after […]

Julian Edelman Back On The Practice Field

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (knee, shoulder) returned to practice on Thursday after being held out on Wednesday. The Patriots were just giving Edelman a rest on Wednesday, as he's battled through nagging injuries for much of the season. He's clearly quarterback Tom Brady's favorite target -- eight straight games with double-digit targets […]

Derrick Henry Says He'll Be Ready

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (hamstring) said "I'll be ready to go" for Week 15 against the Raiders. Henry has been rested early in the week recently as he navigates a nagging hamstring injury, but he should be fine for this Sunday and is a must-start in all fantasy lineups. The bruising 25-year-old back […]

Tigers Close To Signing Austin Romine

The Detroit Tigers and catcher Austin Romine are closing in on a two-year deal on Thursday. Romine had a very solid year in the Bronx in 2019 while filling in for the injured Gary Sanchez, hitting .281/.310/.439 with eight home runs and 35 RBI in his 228 at-bats as a backup. If he were to […]

Rangers Likely Out On Josh Donaldson

The Texas Rangers are "likely out" on third baseman Josh Donaldson, as his price tag has "exceeded the Rangers' comfort level." The Rangers were also pursuing Anthony Rendon before he signed with the Angels on Wednesday night. Donaldson, 34, should get a hefty multi-year deal this winter after he hit .259/.379/.521 with 37 home runs, […]

T.Y. Hilton Returning To Practice Thursday

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (calf) is returning to practice on Thursday. It gives him a chance to suit up on Monday night against the Saints. Hilton hasn't seen game action since Nov. 21 against the Texans, though, so he could have his snaps limited if he returns against New Orleans. That would obviously […]