James McCann Could Be Trade Bait

Chicago White Sox catcher James McCann could be trade bait this offseason as the team looks to strengthen their bullpen. McCann, who was a first-time All-Star in 2019, is more expendable after the Pale Hose signed catcher Yasmani Grandal and first baseman/designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion off the free-agent market. Grandal will be the primary catcher, […]

Nationals Agree With Starlin Castro

The Washington Nationals agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with second baseman Starlin Castro on Friday, according to a source familiar with the deal. He's expected to be the starter at the keystone with his new club. The 29-year-old (30 in March) hit .270/.300/.436 with a career-high 22 home runs, 68 runs and 86 […]

Baker Mayfield Must Prove Himself In 2020

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield will be on the hot seat in 2020 after a disappointing sophomore campaign, especially after the team fired general manager John Dorsey and head coach Freddie Kitchens. Mayfield's completion percentage (59.4, down from 63.8 in his rookie season), TD-to-INT ratio (22:21, down from 27:14), yards per attempt (7.2, down from […]

Vikings Committed To Mike Zimmer

Minnesota Vikings owner Mark Wilf issued a statement on Friday backing head coach Mike Zimmer going into the 2020 season and beyond. "We value Mike and Rick’s leadership and we have every intent of Mike continuing as the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings and Rick leading our football operations, next year and beyond," Wilf […]

Tom Brady's Demise Is Real

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady heads into the 2020 playoffs as one of the weaker signal-callers of the remaining 12 teams. But the numbers show that the six-time Super Bowl champion, four-time Super Bowl MVP and three-time NFL MVP is declining rapidly at 42 years old. He has the second lowest passer rating (88.0) […]

Vonn Bell, Marcus Williams Will Play Sunday

New Orleans Saints safeties Vonn Bell (knee) and Marcus Williams (groin) weren't listed on the final injury report for the wild-card game against the Vikings. Cornerback Eli Apple (ankle) has been ruled out, though. Bell and Williams being on the field is a downgrade for the Vikings entire offense, including quarterback Kirk Cousins, running back […]

Seahawks Defense Will Have Jadeveon Clowney, Quandre Diggs

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (abdomen) and safety Quandre Diggs (ankle) were not on the final injury report for the wild-card game against the Eagles on Sunday. It's great news for a Seattle defense getting back to full health to start the playoffs. It's also bad news for an injury-depleted Eagles offense that could […]

Jaron Brown, Mike Iupati Questionable Against Eagles

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaron Brown (knee, personal) and offensive guard Mike Iupati (neck) are both questionable for the wild-card game against the Eagles on Sunday. Brown is not expected to play, which would leave David Moore as the No. 3 wide receiver with Malik Turner (concussion) already ruled out. Don't ignore Moore as a […]

Malik Turner, Duane Brown Ruled Out

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Malik Turner (concussion) and left tackle Duane Brown (biceps, knee) have both been ruled out for the wild-card game against the Eagles on Sunday. With Turner out and Jaron Brown (knee, personal) also unlikely to play, it should be David Moore benefitting as the No. 3 behind Tyler Lockett and D.K. […]

Kalif Raymond Downgraded To Doubtful

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kalif Raymond (concussion) was downgraded to doubtful for the wild-card game against the Patriots on Saturday. Raymond wouldn't have been a realistic fantasy weapon even if he were healthy. A.J. Brown, Corey Davis and Tajae Sharpe should be the team's top three pass-catchers for wild-card weekend with Adam Humphries (ankle) also […]

Nelson Agholor Officially Out

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor (knee) didn't practice all week and has officially been ruled out for the wild-card game against the Seahawks on Sunday. Agholor hasn't played since Dec. 1 and won't be a lock to return in the Divisional Round if the Eagles advance. With Agholor, Alshon Jeffery (foot) and DeSean Jackson […]

Zach Ertz, Lane Johnson Questionable For Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (back, ribs) and right tackle Lane Johnson (ankle) are both questionable for the wild-card game against the Seahawks on Sunday. Ertz was limited all week, but he could still be a game-time decision based on his pain tolerance while playing through cracked ribs and a lacerated kidney. Even if […]

Weather Could Play A Factor In Patriots-Titans Game

Winter storm Henry, which has been sweeping across the U.S., is set to hit New England on Saturday night when the Patriots and Titans will face off in the wild-card game. The storm has spilled mostly rain across the Midwest as it moves east, but it could develop into snowfall in the New England area […]

Mark Ingram On Track For Divisional Round

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that he expects running back Mark Ingram (calf) to practice next week, and he's on track to play in the Divisional Round next Saturday. Ingram sat out in Week 17 and will have the wild-card weekend to rest up as well, so he should be fine to play […]

Miles Sanders Says He's Good For Wild-Card Game

Philadelphia Eagles rookie running back Miles Sanders (ankle) said he is good to go for the wild-card game against the Seahawks on Sunday. Sanders didn't practice on Wednesday or Thursday, but he returned to practice on Friday and should be active on Sunday. However, he's a bust candidate for DFS as the fourth highest-priced running […]

Mets Shopping Jed Lowrie, Dominic Smith

The New York Mets have discussed with teams the concept of taking second baseman Jed Lowrie and first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith as part of a joint package in a trade. Lowrie is injury-prone and will make $10 million in 2020, while Smith doesn't have a clear path to regular playing time and is out of […]

Angels Agree With Jason Castro

The Los Angeles Angels agreed to a one-year, $6.85 million deal with catcher Jason Castro on Thursday night, according to sources. Castro will join Max Stassi as the Angels backstops for 2020, and they should both split playing time pretty evenly throughout the season. Castro, 32, is known as more of a defensive catcher, but […]

Eddie Jackson Receives Four-Year Extension

The Chicago Bears agreed to terms on a four-year extension worth $58.4 million with safety Eddie Jackson on Friday, according to his agents. He'll receive $33 million in total guarantees and $22 million fully guaranteed. The $14.6 yearly average is the highest at his position. The 26-year-old fourth-round pick out of Alabama in 2017 has […]

Tom Brady's Future With New England In Question

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and the team haven't discussed any contract talks since August, and his future is in wait-and-see mode with a wild-card game coming up against the Titans on Saturday. Will Saturday be Brady's final home game or final game with the Patriots period? Only time will tell, but the 42-year-old […]

Tre'Davious White Won't Follow DeAndre Hopkins

Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White said he won't necessarily follow Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins all over the field in the wild-card game on Saturday. "I don’t think it’s going to be a one-on-one matchup," White said. "There are 11 guys on the field. Whenever he comes lined up to the left side, I’ve […]

Zach Ertz Has Decent Chance To Play

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (kidney, rib) has a decent chance to play in the wild-card game against the Seahawks on Sunday, according to a source. "He really wants to play in this football game," head coach Doug Pederson said. However, he hasn't been cleared for contact and will get more tests on Saturday […]

Chargers Committed To Anthony Lynn

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco said he remains committed to head coach Anthony Lynn despite a 5-11 season in 2019. “I like the culture here,” Telesco said. “I like the foundation that’s been built. I love our head coach. … There’s nobody else that I want to go into battle with than (Lynn).” […]

Wild Card Round Busts? Players To Consider Avoiding In DFS

The 2019 NFL regular season may be over, but fantasy football will continue into the postseason. If your teams disappointed you in season-long leagues, here's your chance to start the new year right and win some (or all) of your money back. Most of the fantasy action in the playoffs will be through DFS tournaments, […]

Malik Turner, Jadeveon Clowney Miss Practice Again

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Malik Turner (concussion) and defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (abdomen) missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Also missing for the second straight day were left tackle Duane Brown (biceps, knee) and linebacker Mychal Kendricks (knee). The good news is strong safety Quandre Diggs practiced in full. Turner is week-to-week […]

Dodgers Discussing Mookie Betts

The Los Angeles Dodgers negotiations with the Boston Red Sox about outfielder Mookie Betts have become at least as frequent as their talks with the Cleveland Indians about shortstop Francisco Lindor, according to sources. The Indians want infield prospect Gavin Lux to be part of a Lindor trade, but the Dodgers have refused to include […]

Lions Defensive Coordinator Steps Down

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Paul Pasqualoni stepped down on Thursday after coaching one of the worst defenses in 2019. The 70-year-old joined offensive line coach Jeff Davidson in stepping down. Six Detroit coaches, including special teams coordinator John Bonamego, were fired on Tuesday. Pasqualoni is resigning in order to be closer to his family. The […]

Colts Don't Expect Andrew Luck To Come Out Of Retirement

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard said that Andrew Luck isn't coming out of retirement. "Andrew is retired," Ballard said. "I think we all need to accept that. That’s where he’s at. He’s retired. ... Do I talk to Andrew? Yes I do. Haven’t talked to him here in a few weeks. I’m sure he’s […]

Miles Sanders Plans To Play Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles rookie running back Miles Sanders (ankle) is hopeful of returning to practice on Friday, and a source said that his plan is to play in the wild-card game against the Seahawks on Sunday, barring a setback. Sanders is dealing with only a low ankle sprain, so the issue has been inflammation. He's improving […]

Kenny Stills Not On Final Injury Report

Houston Texans wide receiver Kenny Stills (knee) practiced in full on Thursday and was taken off the final injury report for the wild-card game against the Bills on Saturday. With Will Fuller (groin) a long shot to play, Stills would serve as the No. 2 wideout for Houston against a stingy Buffalo secondary. At $4,600 […]

Will Fuller A Long Shot To Play

Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (groin) is a real long shot to play in the wild-card game against the Bills on Saturday, according to multiple sources. Head coach Bill O'Brien said earlier on Thursday that Fuller would be a game-time decision. The good news is that the Texans game is the first of the […]