Braves Sign Francisco Cervelli

The Atlanta Braves signed free-agent catcher Francisco Cervelli to a major league contract on Saturday and optioned catching prospect Alex Jackson to Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding move. Jackson has some appeal in the long term for his raw power (25 homers for Gwinnett), but there's a lot of swing and miss in his game. […]

David Johnson Gets More Work Saturday

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson had nine carries for 34 yards and also caught both of his targets for seven yards in the passing game in Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings. Johnson should be able to bounce back in head coach Kliff Kingsbury's offense with rookie quarterback Kyler Murray leading the charge. The […]

No Timetable For Cam Newton's Return

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (foot) got treatment for his mid-foot sprain on Saturday, but head coach Ron Rivera thinks Newton will be on the field "pretty soon." The Panthers are hopeful that Newton will be ready for Week 1 against the Rams, where Newton would be a QB1 option. Rivera added that he's "cautiously […]

Trey Mancini Not Playing Saturday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini is not in the starting lineup on Saturday. Chris Davis returns to the lineup at first base and will hit eighth against Rays left-hander Jose Alvarado. Davis has been one of the worst players in baseball in 2019, hitting an embarrassing .177/.267/.308 with nine home runs, 32 RBI and 121 […]

Robert Griffin III On Track For Week 1

Baltimore Ravens backup quarterback Robert Griffin III (thumb) is on scheduled to be ready for Week 1, according to head coach John Harbaugh. Griffin injured his right thumb early in training camp and hasn't played in any preseason games. As long as Lamar Jackson stays healthy, which is a big if considering his propensity to […]

Tra Carson Ahead Of Dexter Williams

Green Bay Packers running back Tra Carson is ahead of rookie Dexter Williams on the depth chart because of his work in pass protection, according to head coach Matt LaFleur. Williams will have a chance to climb the depth chart as the season wears on, but to begin he's behind Aaron Jones, Jamaal Williams and […]

Ed Dickson Not Close To Returning

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that tight end Ed Dickson (knee) is "still aways away" from returning. The 32-year-old veteran won't be ready for Week 1 and wouldn't even be a fantasy target if he was. When healthy, Dickson will compete for playing time with Will Dissly and Nick Vannett. Dickson had only […]

Brewers Cut Jhoulys Chacin

The Milwaukee Brewers designated starting pitcher Jhoulys Chacin for assignment on Saturday. The Brewers also recalled infielder Cory Spangenberg from Triple-A San Antonio in a corresponding move. Chacin fell flat this year, going 3-10 with a 5.79 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 80 strikeouts in 88 2/3 innings over 19 starts. Spangenberg has been in the […]

Corey Seager Out Against Yankees

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager is not in the starting lineup on Saturday. Chris Taylor will take over at the 6 and will hit fifth against Yankees left-handed starter CC Sabathia. Taylor recently returned from the injured list and is hitting .271/.343/.476 with nine home runs, 37 runs, 45 RBI and seven stolen bases […]

Gary Sanchez Resting Saturday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez is not in the starting lineup on Saturday in a National League park. Austin Romine will be behind the dish and will bat eighth against Dodgers opener Tony Gonsolin. Romine has been mediocre this year as a backup, hitting .266/.289/.410 with six home runs and 28 RBI in 173 […]

Nick Senzel Out Of Lineup

Cincinnati Reds rookie outfielder Nick Senzel is not in the starting lineup on Saturday. Phillip Ervin is in center field and is hitting eighth against Pirates starter Trevor Williams. Senzel has been one of the most impressive rookies this year, hitting .261/.316/.431 with 10 home runs, 50 runs, 38 RBI and 12 stolen bases in […]

Wade LeBlanc Moving To Bullpen

With Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (shoulder) returning to the rotation on Saturday against the Blue Jays, the team is moving pitcher Wade LeBlanc into a long-relief role, according to manager Scott Servais. Seattle's five-man rotation will include Hernandez, rookie Justus Sheffield, Marco Gonzales, Yusei Kikuchi and Tommy Milone. LeBlanc has been bad all […]

Jameis Winston Builds Chemistry With Chris Godwin

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston was scrambling for his life most of the night in the preseason game against the Browns on Friday, but he managed to continue building chemistry with wide receiver Chris Godwin, hooking up with him four times for 52 yards. Winston finished 9-for-19 for 88 yards and a 60.9 passer […]

Tre'Davious White Injures Quad

Buffalo Bills starting cornerback Tre'Davious White (quadriceps) suffered a quadriceps contusion in the preseason game on Friday night against the Lions in the first half. White is one of the better young cornerbacks in the game, so Buffalo's secondary would take a big hit if he's not ready for Week 1. The 24-year-old had 54 […]

Jarrad Davis, Frank Ragnow Injured Friday

Detroit Lions linebacker Jarrad Davis (ankle) suffered an ankle injury in the first quarter of Friday's preseason game against the Bills. He was carried off the field by trainers and carted to the locker room. He'll undergo an MRI exam on Saturday. Center Frank Ragnow (leg) was also taken to the locker room in the […]

Blaine Gabbert Dislocates Shoulder

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert (shoulder) suffered a dislocated left shoulder in the preseason game on Friday night against the Browns, according to head coach Bruce Arians. It's unknown if Gabbert will need surgery. The quarterback was 4-for-5 for 33 yards before leaving the game. Ryan Griffin stepped in for Gabbert and will likely […]

Garrett Richards Could Start Rehab Assignment Next Week

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Garrett Richards (elbow, shoulder) will throw live batting practice on Saturday and hopes to resume his rehab assignment with Single-A Lake Elsinore next Thursday. Richards left his last rehab start on Aug. 5 with shoulder discomfort after 2 2/3 scoreless innings. Coming back from Tommy John surgery, Richards is still […]

Niko Goodrum Going On Injured List

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) will be placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday after he left the game early. Goodrum missed time with the same injury this past week and it appears he just can't shake the injury. Ronny Rodriguez and Gordon Beckham could continue to platoon at the keystone with Goodrum […]

Brian Anderson Likely Out For The Season

Updating a previous report, Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (hand) suffered a fractured hand on Friday night and is likely done for the rest of the season. Anderson will finish the year hitting .261/.342/.468 with 20 home runs, 57 runs, 66 RBI and five stolen bases in 520 plate appearances as one of the […]

Tommy Pham Removed As Precaution

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Tommy Pham (wrist) was taken out of the game early on Friday as a precaution after jamming his right wrist. Pham isn't expected to miss any time and could be right back in the lineup on Saturday, but fantasy owners should check just to make sure. Pham had two hits and […]

Blaine Gabbert Injured Friday Night

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert (wrist) injured his left wrist in the preseason game on Thursday night against the Browns. Gabbert was seen on the sidelines wearing a sling, so this injury is likely pretty serious. With the regular season opener coming up quickly, it looks like Ryan Griffin will be the primary backup […]

Niko Goodrum Removed From Game Early

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) left the game early on Friday due to left groin tightness. Goodrum just returned on Thursday from an absence related to a groin issue, so this isn't good news and could send him to the injured list. The 27-year-old had a walk in two plate appearances before leaving and […]

Brian Anderson Injured Friday

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (hand) left the game early on Friday after being hit in the hand by a pitch. The good news is that Anderson had a run scored, RBI and a walk in two plate appearances before leaving the contest. Anderson's fantasy owners would hate for him to miss time now, […]

David Price To Throw Simulated Game Tuesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (wrist) is scheduled to throw a simulated game on Tuesday. It was initially believed that Price could return as soon as this weekend against the Padres, but he'll have to wait until next weekend against the Angels now. The veteran left-hander was much better in the first half […]

Kenjon Barner To Be Main Kick Returner

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn said that running back Kenjon Barner will "lead the way for us" at the return position. It doesn't mean much unless you're in a deep league that counts return yardage. Barner, 30, played in nine games with the Patriots and Panthers last year and ran the ball just 19 […]

Dare Ogunbowale Impressing With Route Running

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Dare Ogunbowale has outperformed veteran Andre Ellington in the battle for the third-down role, although Ellington has familiarity with head coach Bruce Arians' offense from their time in Arizona. Ogunbowale looks powerful between the tackles and is a very strong route runner. "Just being able to finish runs ... [Ogunbowale's] […]

Peyton Barber Ahead Of Ronald Jones II?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber, who led the team last year with 871 rushing yards and five touchdowns, has gotten first-team carries ahead of Ronald Jones II this preseason. Barber is good at getting yards after contact and is more trustworthy with the ball in his hands. Jones was gaining steam after a […]

D.K. Metcalf Recovering Nicely After Surgery

Seattle Seahawks rookie wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (knee) will be active and doing stuff next week, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Carroll also said there has been no swelling in Metcalf's knee since his surgery. There's still a chance that Metcalf makes his NFL debut in Week 1, but it's looking doubtful as of […]

Hype Building Around Dede Westbrook

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook was targeted by quarterback Nick Foles on seven of his 10 throws in the preseason game on Thursday night. Offensive coordinator John DeFilippo told Troy Aikman that Westbrook is the best route runner he's ever been around. Westbrook is the team's No. 1 receiver in an offense that should […]

Amari Cooper Dealing With Muscle Strain

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that wide receiver Amari Cooper (foot) is dealing with a muscle strain in his foot. It was previously believed that he was suffering from plantar fasciitis, but whatever the diagnosis, Cooper has said that he's not overly concerned and has been productive while playing through the injury […]