Leighton Vander Esch Not Expected To Play Monday

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch (neck) isn't expected to play on Monday night against the Giants, according to a source. Vander Esch is still dealing with neck tightness from the stinger he suffered on Oct. 20, although he's gradually improving. Sean Lee and Joe Thomas would both see more work against New York if […]

Braves Decline Julio Teheran's Option

The Atlanta Braves declined their $12 million option for the 2020 season on starting pitcher Julio Teheran on Monday, making him a free agent. Teheran will instead receive a $1 million buyout. The 28-year-old Colombian went 10-11 with a 3.81 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 162 K's in 174 2/3 innings (33 starts) for the Braves […]

Vikings Not Speculating On Adam Thielen's Return

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer won't speculate on when wide receiver Adam Thielen (hamstring) will return. "Whenever the doctor says he's ready to play, he's ready," Zimmer said. Thielen was active in Week 9 against the Chiefs but was targeted just once before aggravating his hamstring injury and sitting out the rest of the […]

Redskins Not Naming Week 11 Starter At QB

The Washington Redskins haven't made a decision on their starting quarterback at the moment, and interim head coach Bill Callahan said he'll take his time and announce it after the team's Week 10 bye. The 'Skins didn't put much on rookie Dwayne Haskins' plate in a tough matchup against the Bills in his first ever […]

Eric Thames Becomes Free Agent

The Milwaukee Brewers declined the 2020 $7.5 million option on first baseman Eric Thames on Monday, making him a free agent. Milwaukee paid him a $1 million buyout instead, but general manager David Stearns said the team is open to bringing him back. If Thames goes elsewhere, Ryan Braun could see even more time at […]

T.J. Hockenson Not In Concussion Protocol

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia said that rookie tight end T.J. Hockenson (back) is not in the concussion protocol after taking a hard hit to the middle of his back in the Week 9 loss against the Raiders. Hockenson had the wind knocked out of him on the play. The rookie had the second […]

Preston Williams' Season Is Over

Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Preston Williams (knee) will miss the rest of the season after suffering an injury in the Week 9 win over the Jets. This comes as Williams posted his best line of the season on Sunday with five catches for 72 yards and two touchdowns against the Jets. He'll finish an […]

Braves Bringing Nick Markakis Back

The Atlanta Braves re-signed outfielder Nick Markakis to a one-year, $4 million deal on Monday, according to sources. This comes after the team declined his $6 million option and gave him a $2 million buyout. The 35-year-old continued to hit for a high average (.285) because of a high contact rate, but he didn't do […]

Robert Gsellman, Seth Lugo Could Enter Rotation

New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said that relief pitchers Robert Gsellman and/or Seth Lugo could be shifted to starting roles in 2020 with Zack Wheeler potentially moving on in free agency. Lugo and Gsellman have both been more effective in relief, but both could be effective streamers in the right matchups in […]

Pirates To Pick Up Chris Archer's Option

The Pittsburgh Pirates will pick up the 2020 option on starting pitcher Chris Archer worth $8.25 million, according to a source. The 31-year-old dealt with injuries in 2019 and disappointed with a 3-9 record and 5.19 ERA in his first full season with the Bucs. Pittsburgh is hoping that Archer working with a new pitching […]

Le'Veon Bell Undergoes MRI On Knee

New York Jets running back Le'Veon Bell (knee) underwent an MRI exam on his knee on Monday. The results are unknown, but this might help explain why Bell continued to be a disappointment on increased touches in the juicy Week 9 matchup against the Dolphins. Quarterback Sam Darnold's struggles with illness and poor play this […]

Braves Decline Tyler Flowers' Option, Re-Sign Him

The Atlanta Braves are re-signing catcher Tyler Flowers to a one-year, $4 million deal on Monday, according to a source. This comes after the team declined his $6 million 2020 option and offered him a $2 million buyout. Flowers split time with Brian McCann, who has since retired, in 2019 and hit .229/.319/.413 with 11 […]

Blue Jays Acquire Chase Anderson

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired starting pitcher Chase Anderson from the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday in exchange for minor league first baseman Chad Spanberger. Anderson, 31, was 8-4 with a 4.21 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 124 strikeouts in 139 innings (27 starts, five relief outings) for the Brew Crew in 2019. He posted a career-best […]

No Timetable For Yoenis Cespedes

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (ankle) continues to rehab from his injuries the past year, and general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said it's "too early to tell" if Cespedes will play in 2020. "I don't have enough information to predict when he's going to be back." He didn't play at all in 2019 and […]

Titans Defense May Lose Malcolm Butler For Season

Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel said that cornerback Malcolm Butler (wrist) may be lost for the season after breaking his wrist in the Week 9 loss to the Panthers. Losing Butler for the rest of the year would be a big blow to Tennessee's passing defense the rest of the way. That will especially […]

Delanie Walker No Longer In Walking Boot

Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker (ankle) said he's making progress and is no longer in a walking boot. He expects to play at some point in the not-so-distant future. It's good news, but it sounds like Walker will miss another game in Week 10 against the Chiefs. Jonnu Smith was a disappointment in Week […]

Kareem Hunt Will Have A Role Against Bills

Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens is looking forward to getting running back Kareem Hunt back from his suspension and said that "he'll definitely have a role" in Week 10 against the Bills. Perhaps Hunt's addition to the offense is what Cleveland needs to turn things around after starting 2-6. His presence in the backfield […]

O.J. Howard Should Be Ready For Week 10

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said that tight end O.J. Howard (hamstring) should be "ready to roll" for Week 10 against the Cardinals after missing the last two games. Cameron Brate wasn't targeted at all in Week 9 with Howard sidelined. Howard has been the biggest bust at his position in fantasy with […]

Ronald Jones II Has Earned Bigger Workload

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said that running back Ronald Jones II has earned the right to start and play more snaps ahead of Peyton Barber. It's about time. Jones has been the more explosive back for most of the year and just carried the ball 18 times for 67 yards and a […]

DeSean Jackson Seeking Second And Third Opinions

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said that wide receiver DeSean Jackson (abdomen) left the Week 9 game against the Bears early in the game after feeling discomfort on his four snaps. Jackson is undergoing second and third opinions, and Pederson isn't speculating on Jackson's availability coming out of the Week 10 bye against the […]

Kyle Allen To Start In Week 10, Cam Newton Continues Rehabbing

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera said that quarterback Kyle Allen will start again in Week 10 against the Packers, while Cam Newton (foot) will continue with his rehab program. Newton isn't recovering as the team had hoped, and there's a chance he'll need season-ending surgery after he visited with a foot specialist over the […]

Josh Gordon Passes Physical, Will Practice This Week

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Josh Gordon (knee) passed his physical with the team on Saturday and will practice this week in hopes of making his debut with the team on Monday night against the unbeaten 49ers. Seattle will have three-wide sets of Tyler Lockett, impressive rookie D.K. Metcalf and Gordon if he's cleared to play […]

Jacoby Brissett Has Sprained MCL

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (knee) suffered a sprained left MCL in the Week 9 loss to the Steelers, but the team hasn't ruled him out yet for Week 10 against the Dolphins. The Colts are waiting for MRI results to determine the severity of the injury. It's likely that Brissett won't be able to […]

Cubs Pick Up Anthony Rizzo's Option

As expected, the Chicago Cubs picked up first baseman Anthony Rizzo's $16.5 million option for the 2020 season on Sunday, according to a league source. 2019 was Rizzo's second straight season with under 30 home runs -- he previously had four straight seasons with 30-plus round-trippers -- but he was otherwise consistent for fantasy owners […]

DeSean Jackson Aggravates Injury In Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (abdomen) aggravated his injury in Week 9 against the Bears and is questionable to return. Jackson returned for the first time since Week 2, but he had just one catch for five yards on his only target before going back to the sidelines. It's not a good sign for […]

Geremy Davis Inactive In Week 9

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Geremy Davis (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 9 against the Packers. Davis hasn't been fantasy relevant with three catches for 38 yards in two games this year, but his absence will allow Andre Patton to emerge in three-receiver sets. There won't be enough to go around behind Keenan […]

Davante Adams Officially Active Against Chargers

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (toe) is officially active for Week 9 against the Chargers. Adams will be on the field for the first time since he suffered a turf toe injury on Sept. 26 against the Eagles. There might be some rust to shake off and he'll be shadowed by cornerback Casey […]

Darius Slay Returning For Lions Defense

Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay (hamstring) is active for Week 9 against the Raiders. Defensive tackle Damon Harrison (groin) is also active, giving the Lions a boost against the Oakland offense on Sunday. However, defensive back Tracy Walker (knee) and defensive tackle Mike Daniels (foot) are out. Slay's return to action is bad news for […]

Cameron Brate Active Against Seahawks

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate (ribs) is officially active for Week 9 against the Seahawks. Brate was listed as questionable but wasn't really in any danger of missing this game. Although he didn't capitalize with O.J. Howard (hamstring) out in Week 8, Brate has the opportunity to put up TE1 numbers against Seattle […]

Jacoby Brissett Injured Sunday

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (knee) was forced to leave the Week 9 game against the Steelers early after one of his teammates fell into his left knee. Brissett was in a lot of pain on the ground but was able to limp off the field. He's questionable to return. Brian Hoyer has taken over […]