Nick Folk Out For Week 13

New England Patriots kicker Nick Folk (appendix) will miss Week 13 against the Texans after undergoing an appendectomy, according to a source. The procedure was done laparoscopically, which is minimally invasive, meaning that Folk should only miss one game and return in Week 14. The Patriots will need to add a kicker before Sunday night, […]

Damien Williams Not Practicing Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams (ribs) was not present at practice for the portion open to the media on Thursday. It's his second straight missed practice coming off the Week 12 bye, so Williams doesn't look to be on track to suit up for Week 13 against the Raiders after getting injured in […]

David Blough Expected To Start Thursday Over Jeff Driskel

The Detroit Lions are expected to start rookie David Blough on Thursday against the Bears, according to sources. Jeff Driskel (hamstring) is too sore to start, but he's expected to serve as the backup. Driskel is nothing special, but he at least offered some rushing ability with his legs as a low-end QB2. Both Kenny […]

Zach Ertz Has Been Playing Through Injury

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (hamstring), who didn't practice on Wednesday, initially suffered his injury last week and played through it in the Week 12 loss to the Seahawks. Ertz should be able to play again this weekend against the Dolphins, but we'd like to at least see him return to practice later this […]

Robbie Gould Practicing In Full

San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Gould hasn't kicked for the team since Halloween, but there's a good chance he'll return for Week 13 against the Ravens. The 36-year-old wasn't very effective for the Niners before his injury, going 13-for-20 on his field-goal attempts (65 percent) […]

Mariners Sign Patrick Wisdom

The Seattle Mariners signed corner infielder Patrick Wisdom to an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. Sources indicated that the deal is a split minor league/major league contract. The 28-year-old spent most of 2019 at Texas' Triple-A affiliate in Nashville, slashing .240/.332/.513 with 15 doubles, 31 home runs and 74 RBI in 107 games. He went […]

Orioles Put Jonathan Villar On Waivers

The Baltimore Orioles have put second baseman Jonathan Villar on waivers. They've been trying to trade him before Monday's non-tender deadline. The middle infield speedster is due a big raise in salary arbitration after slugging 24 home runs and stealing 40 bases in 2019 for the last-place Orioles. Even on a really bad O's team […]

Pirates Hire Derek Shelton As Manager

The Pittsburgh Pirates hired Derek Shelton as their new manager on Wednesday. It will be his first managerial job after he spent the last two seasons as the Twins bench coach. Shelton was also a quality control coach for the Blue Jays in 2017 and was the hitting coach for the Rays for seven years. […]

Rays Acquire Brian O'Grady, Cut Jesus Aguilar

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired first baseman/outfielder Brian O'Grady from the Reds on Wednesday in exchange for a player to be named and cash. In a corresponding move, first baseman Jesus Aguilar was designated for assignment. O'Grady, 27, hit .280 with 28 home runs, 77 RBI and 20 stolen bases with Triple-A Louisville, although he […]

Orioles Looking To Trade Dylan Bundy

The Baltimore Orioles are working to trade starting pitcher Dylan Bundy, according to a source. A deal isn't imminent, but one appears to be getting close. The 27-year-old right-hander was 7-14 with a 4.79 ERA for the last-place O's in 2019 and will be entering the second of three arbitration-eligible seasons. Bundy has the ability […]

Padres Agree With Drew Pomeranz

The San Diego Padres agreed to a four-year, $34 million deal with left-hander Drew Pomeranz on Wednesday, according to sources. The 31-year-old southpaw had a tidy 2.39 ERA and 0.91 WHIP with 45 strikeouts and eight walks in 26 1/3 innings of relief for the Brewers last year after starting the year in San Francisco's […]

Jorge Polanco Undergoes Surgery

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco (ankle) had surgery for an ankle impingement last Friday. It was a chronic injury due to repetitive stress, but he should be able to resume baseball activities in six weeks and be ready for spring training next year. The 26-year-old switch-hitter was an All-Star for the first time in his […]

Jake Elliott Signed To Five-Year Extension

The Philadelphia Eagles signed kicker Jake Elliott to a five-year extension through the 2024 season on Wednesday. Elliott has made all 14 of his field-goal attempts this year and has gone 21-for-23 on his extra points. The 24-year-old has made 66 of his 76 field-goal attempts in his three-year career with the Eagles. Philly's offense […]

Chase Edmonds Limited In Wednesday's Practice

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Edmonds is on track to return for the first time since Oct. 27 against the Saints. However, Kenyan Drake remains the team's lead back with David Johnson battling injuries. Edmonds could be the No. 2 in the backfield this weekend against […]

Marlins In On Avisail Garcia

The Miami Marlins are one of many teams interested in outfielder Avisail Garcia. The free-agent outfield market is thin this year, so Garcia is in a good spot to cash in this winter. Garcia hit a solid .282/.332/.464 with 20 home runs, 61 runs scored, 72 RBI and 10 stolen bases in 125 games in […]

Rangers Reach Deal With Kyle Gibson

The Texas Rangers agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with starting pitcher Kyle Gibson on Wednesday, according to a source. He'll join a rotation that will include veterans Mike Minor and Lance Lynn. The 32-year-old Gibson went 13-7 with 160 strikeouts for the Twins last season but posted a 4.73 ERA while giving up […]

Jadeveon Clowney Expected To Play Monday

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (hip) isn't practicing on Wednesday, according to head coach Pete Carroll, but the team is "counting on" their best pass-rusher to make it back for Monday night's showdown with the Vikings. In his first season with Seattle, Clowney has 25 total tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles and an […]

Dante Pettis Injured In Practice Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Dante Pettis (knee) suffered a left knee injury early in Wednesday's practice, casting doubt over his status for Week 13 against the Ravens. He was hurt during a special teams drill but was able to walk off the field under his own power. What's been a nightmare season for Pettis […]

Parris Campbell Remains Limited Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Parris Campbell (hand) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Campbell has been out since Nov. 3, but he could be a game-time decision in Week 13 against the Titans. Even if he returns, however, he could be fourth on the receiver depth chart behind T.Y. Hilton, Zach Pascal and Chester […]

Mike Williams Limited Wednesday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday coming out of the team's Week 12 bye. The 25-year-old caught two of six targets for 76 yards in the Week 11 loss to the Chiefs. He should be fine to play this weekend against Denver. The former first-rounder is still […]

Zach Ertz Misses Practice Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. His status is now worth watching as the week unfolds. Ertz had a season-high 12 receptions for 91 yards and his third touchdown of the season in the Week 12 loss to the Seahawks. With both Alshon Jeffery and Nelson Agholor banged up […]

Gerald Everett Misses Practice Wednesday

Los Angeles Rams tight end Gerald Everett (knee) did not participate in practice on Wednesday. Everett has had a mini-breakout season in 2019 but has underwhelmed in his last two games, catching just three passes on three targets for 43 yards. He's also only found the end zone twice. The Rams offense has struggled mightily […]

Phillip Dorsett Clears Concussion Protocol

New England Patriots wide receiver Phillip Dorsett (concussion) said he has cleared the league's concussion protocol. It puts Dorsett on track to return for Sunday night's showdown on the road against the Texans after he missed the Week 12 win over the Cowboys. He did have a touchdown in his last game against the Eagles […]

Marshon Lattimore Questionable For Saints Defense

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) was limited in practice all week and is questionable for Thursday's game against the Falcons. Offensive tackles Andrus Peat (forearm) and Terron Armstead (ankle) have been ruled out. Lattimore has been out since the last meeting with Atlanta on Nov. 10, but it looks like he's making progress […]

Marlon Mack Still Not Practicing

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hand) remains out of practice on Wednesday. Mack is recovering from a fractured hand, but it's likely that he misses at least one more week. Plan to be without him again this weekend against the Titans. Jonathan Williams was the clear lead back on early downs in last week's […]

Derrick Henry Limited In Practice Wednesday

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Henry exploded for 159 yards and two touchdowns in the big win over the Jaguars in Week 12. That followed up a 188-yard, two-touchdown performance the week prior against the Chiefs, and Henry now has six total touchdowns (five rushing, […]

Texans Defense Expects To Have Bradley Roby Against Patriots

The Houston Texans expect to have cornerback Bradley Roby (hamstring) back for Sunday night against the Patriots. Roby has been out since suffering a hamstring injury in Week 6 against the Chiefs. Houston's secondary has been pretty bad all season long, but Roby's return will be a significant boost with New England coming to town. […]

Josh Norman Won't Start Against Panthers

Washington Redskins interim head coach Bill Callahan said that cornerback Josh Norman will not start in Week 13 against the Panthers, but he will play in the game. Norman, 31, is starting to show his age in 2019 for a bad Redskins Defense. He has 40 total tackles, one sack, one forced fumble and one […]

Leighton Vander Esch Ruled Out Against Bills

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch (neck) didn't practice all week and has been ruled out for Thursday against the Bills. Defensive tackle Antwaun Woods (knee) was also ruled out for Dallas. LVE hasn't played since Nov. 17 against the Lions. He's a menacing presence in the middle of the field when healthy, so his […]

George Kittle Held Out Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday. Kittle returned to the fold on Sunday night and went off for six catches, a season-high 129 yards and his third score of the season in the blowout over the Packers. It was his second straight game with a touchdown. The Niners […]