Russell Gage Has An Opportunity

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage will be the next man up inside now that Mohamed Sanu is playing for the Patriots. Buried on the depth chart this year, Gage has only four catches on eight targets for 44 yards, but he has a chance to step up in Atlanta's high-powered offense in three-receiver sets. […]

Matt Ryan Not Expected To Practice Thursday

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle) is not expected to practice for the second straight day on Thursday as he continues to nurse his sprained ankle. The Falcons said earlier this week that they planned on Ryan starting in Week 8 against the Seahawks, but all signs right now point to Matt Schaub starting unless […]

Davante Adams Misses Practice Again

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (toe) stretched for the second straight day on Thursday but did not practice with the team. Adams could be a game-time decision on Sunday night against the Chiefs, but fantasy owners should be prepared to be without him again unless he can get in a limited practice on […]

David Johnson Misses Practice Thursday

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (ankle, back) was not on the practice field for the second straight day on Thursday. Johnson re-injured himself in last week's win over the Giants and saw backup Chase Edmonds dominate touches and find the end zone three times. It's not a good sign that the Cardinals signed both […]

Malcolm Brown Ruled Out Against Bengals

Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown (ankle) will be out for Week 8 against the Bengals in London. It will be Brown's second straight absence. Todd Gurley returned from a one-game absence in Week 7 but was spelled often by rookie Darrell Henderson. Gurley maintains RB2 value in fantasy, but this matchup could offer […]

William Jackson To Return For Bengals Defense

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback William Jackson (shoulder) will return to face the Rams in Week 8 in London after missing just one game. However, head coach Zac Taylor said that cornerback Darqueze Dennard (hamstring) is doubtful to play. Dre Kirkpatrick is also still sidelined, so the Bengals will once again be short-handed against a powerful Rams […]

A.J. Green, Cordy Glenn Won't Play In London

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (ankle) and left tackle Cordy Glenn (shoulder) have been ruled out for Week 8 against the Rams in London. The Bengals are on bye next week, so the soonest Green and Glenn can play in 2019 will be in Week 10. Although the Bengals say they don't want to […]

Cam Newton Hasn't Practiced This Week

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (foot) could travel with the team to San Francisco this week, but Newton has yet to practice this week and won't be active. The Panthers announced that Kyle Allen would make another start against the 49ers earlier this week, and Newton must return to practice soon if he has any […]

Sterling Shepard Ruled Out For Week 8

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) was limited in practice again on Thursday, but he will not play in Week 8 against the Lions. Shepard has already suffered two concussions this year, so the Giants are playing it really safe with him. He's been out since Oct. 6 against the Vikings. Golden Tate […]

Giancarlo Stanton Suffered Grade 2 Quad Strain

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (quadriceps) suffered a Grade 2 quadriceps strain in the American League Championship Series against the Astros, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It was a year full of injuries for the 29-year-old, as he played in just 18 games in the regular season and hit .288/.403/.492 with three home […]

Patrick Mahomes Practicing Again Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) is practicing again on Thursday, but he's not expected to do a whole lot for the second straight day. Mahomes is recovering from his dislocated kneecap at a good rate, but he's still unlikely to play in Week 8 on Sunday night against the Packers. But the athletic […]

Saquon Barkley Practicing In Full

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. Barkley had a little injury scare in his return to action last week, but ultimately he's fine and will be ready to go in a nice matchup in Week 8 against the Lions on the road. Barkley played a […]

Nolan Jones Undergoes Surgery On Thumb

Cleveland Indians third baseman Nolan Jones (thumb), the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, had surgery on his right thumb on Wednesday. The youngster will start his rehab this week with the goal of doing unrestricted baseball activities at the start of spring training next year. The 21-year-old left-handed hitter batted .272/.409/.442 with 15 homers, […]

Phillies Hire Joe Girardi As Manager

The Philadelphia Phillies hired Joe Girardi as their new manager on Thursday, according to a source. Girardi is replacing Gabe Kapler, who was fired after just two seasons and a middling record in Philly. The Phillies signed Bryce Harper last offseason but missed the playoffs and went 81-81 for fourth place in the National League […]

Jake Arrieta Won't Opt Out Of His Deal

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta will not exercise the opt-out clause in his contract after coming off elbow surgery. He's heading into the final year of a three-year, $75 million contract and will earn $20 million in 2020. The right-hander posted an ERA above 4.00 (4.64) for the first time since 2013 and went […]

Luke Voit Undergoes Surgery

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (hernia) had surgery to repair core-muscle injuries, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Voit was having a fantastic year in pinstripes before a hernia knocked him out for most of August. The 28-year-old slugger finished the year hitting .263/.378/.464 with a career-high 21 home runs and 62 RBI […]

Masahiro Tanaka Has Bone Chips Removed From Elbow

New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (elbow) underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove bone spurs from his right elbow, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It's a notable procedure, but Tanaka should have enough time to heal up before spring training of 2020. The Japanese right-hander went 11-9 with a 4.45 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and […]

Aaron Hicks To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery on Oct. 30 and will be out for eight to 10 months, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Hicks was sidelined for a lot of the second half with his elbow injury, but he returned in the postseason. The 30-year-old switch-hitter has put […]

O.J. Howard Held Out Of Practice Thursday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard (hamstring) is being held out of practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. It's not a good sign for Howard's status this Sunday against the Titans, but he could return to practice on Friday and be fine. Still, this is not what fantasy owners want to see […]

Strong Chance Sterling Shepard Sits Out In Week 8

There is a "strong possibility" that New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) remains out in Week 8 against the Lions, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. Shepard could still get cleared from the league's concussion protocol on Friday, but that seems unlikely with the team taking extra precaution since Shepard has had two […]

Marcell Dareus Having Surgery, Out 4-6 Weeks

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Marcell Dareus (abdomen) is having core muscle surgery on Thursday, according to sources. The procedure has a high rate of a full recovery and generally comes with a four- to six-week timetable for a return. Dareus is one of the team's best run-stopping defenders, so Jacksonville's D will be a little […]

Dede Westbrook Not Expected To Practice Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (shoulder) is expected to be held out of practice for the second straight day Thursday. Receiver Marqise Lee (ankle) will also take a scheduled day off after being limited on Wednesday. Westbrook played through his shoulder ailment last week and had over 100 yards against the lowly Bengals. He'll […]

Adrian Peterson Expected To Play Thursday Night

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (ankle), who is questionable for Thursday night against the Vikings, said he's feeling good and is expected to play. The future Hall of Famer will be playing through pain if he does suit up, however, so he might not see his normal number of snaps against his old team. […]

Trent Taylor, Jalen Hurd Might Not Make It Back

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said he's not optimistic that wide receivers Trent Taylor (foot) and Jalen Hurd (back) will make it back this season after they both had "a couple setbacks." Obviously neither wideout should be stashed in season-long leagues, but Hurd has appeal to those in dynasty/keeper setups. The 49ers just […]

Dede Westbrook Misses Practice Wednesday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (neck, shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. Marqise Lee (ankle), who missed Week 7, was limited. Westbrook was questionable for last Sunday's game but played and went over 100 yards against the Bengals injured and ineffective secondary. He'll have a good chance of playing this Sunday as long as […]

Eric Fisher, Chris Jones Practice Wednesday

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Eric Fisher (hernia) and defensive tackle Chris Jones (groin) both were limited in practice on Wednesday. Fisher has been out the last five game, while Jones has missed two straight. Fisher's return would be a positive development, as he might be blocking the blind side of backup Matt Moore if […]

Cubs Hiring David Ross As Manager

The Chicago Cubs are hiring David Ross as their next manager on Wednesday, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation. An official announcement is expected to come on Thursday. The 42-year-old former catcher played under former manager, Joe Maddon, in 2015 and 2016 and helped the Cubbies win the World Series. Ross has no […]

Greg Bird Playing In Dominican Republic

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (foot) is playing winter ball in the Dominican Republic and went 0-for-3 with a walk in his debut with the Gigantes del Cibao on Tuesday. Bird didn't play for the Yankees after April 13 due to plantar fasciitis. The Yankees could non-tender him this offseason to open up […]

Pirates Not Expected To Trade Starling Marte

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte is expected to begin the 2020 season with the team, according to industry sources. Things should become clearer after executives meet at the general manager meetings and winter meetings, and the Pirates haven't exactly made their stance completely clear. The Bucs will exercise Marte's $11.5 million option for 2020, and […]

Drew Lock Not Ready To Return

Denver Broncos president John Elway said that rookie quarterback Drew Lock (thumb) is not ready to return yet, and the team is still deciding whether they'll make him eligible to return from the Injured Reserve. It's more of a question with incumbent quarterback Joe Flacco seemingly getting worse and worse each week. Elway and the […]