Julio Jones Sitting Out Offseason Workouts

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is not in attendance for the start of the team's offseason workouts on Monday, according to a source. Jones is looking for a new deal this offseason, but he hasn't set a timetable for anything to get done and he plans on reporting when the workouts become mandatory. Jones […]

D.K. Metcalf Visiting With Ravens

Ole Miss wide receiver D.K. Metcalf is visiting with the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, according to a source. Metcalf projects to be a first-round pick as one of the better receiver prospects in this draft, and the Ravens are desperate for help at the position after not doing much there in free agency. They currently […]

Nate Sudfeld Signs Restricted Tender

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nate Sudfeld signed his restricted tender offer for one year and $3.095 million on Monday. He's likely to serve as the backup to Carson Wentz after Nick Foles landed in Jacksonville this offseason. Sudfeld spent the last two years as the No. 3 QB on the depth chart behind Wentz and Foles. […]

Chester Rogers Signs One-Year Deal

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Chester Rogers signed his one-year, second-round tender for $3.095 million on Monday. Rogers was a restricted free agent. He caught a career-high 53 passes for 485 yards and two touchdowns in a full season last year and could be in the slot in 2019 between T.Y. Hilton and Devin Funchess. The […]

Gus Edwards Signs His Tender Monday

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards signed his exclusive-rights tender on Monday. Running back De'Lance Turner, center Matt Skura and offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor also signed their tenders. The 24-year-old Edwards was set to enter the 2019 season as the team's No. 1 running back, but things changed when they added Mark Ingram to the […]

Tyreek Hill Will Take Part In Offseason Program

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill will report to the start of the team's offseason workout program on Monday, according to a source. Police have been investigating two incidents of suspected child abuse at Hill's house last month. While Hill hasn't been formally charged with anything, it's definitely concerning and the NFL could wind […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Continues To Impress On Farm

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (oblique) had three singles in five at-bats with an RBI on Sunday with Triple-A Buffalo to raise his season average to .500 since joining the team after a four-game rehab stint in the Florida State League. Manager Charlie Montoyo said there's no reason a "hot" Guerrero shouldn't […]

Russell Wilson Will Show Up Monday

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson will report to the team's first day of the offseason program on Monday whether he receives a long-term contract extension by his deadline on April 15 or not. The two sides don't appear to be close to reaching an agreement by Monday, so Wilson could end up playing the 2019 […]

Texans, Jadeveon Clowney Not Close On New Deal

The Houston Texans and outside linebacker/defensive end Jadeveon Clowney are far apart in talks on a potential long-term extension, and the unsigned franchise player will not attend the offseason conditioning program or organized team activities as a result. There is no deal in sight or expected anytime soon. Clowney can be a difference-maker on defense […]

Lourdes Gurriel To Be Sent Down, Eric Sogard Coming Up

The Toronto Blue Jays will send infielder Lourdes Gurriel to Triple-A Buffalo on Monday and call up infielder Eric Sogard in a corresponding move. Gurriel hit just .175 with seven hits and no home runs while striking out 12 times and walking just thrice in 44 plate appearances to begin the season. The 25-year-old has […]

Jason Kipnis To Be Activated Monday

Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis (calf) will rejoin the team and come off the injured list on Monday for the start of the series with the Mariners. Infielder Brad Miller was designated for assignment on Sunday to make room for Kipnis. Miller had eight hits in 32 at-bats (.250) while sharing time at the […]

Chris Harris Jr. Won't Report To Minicamp This Week

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. will not report to the team's minicamp this week as he waits for a long-term contract extension. The Broncos aren't expected to give Harris a new deal until after the draft, but something should get done for one of the better shutdown corners in the NFL. The 29-year-old had […]

Austin Romine Will Be Ready For Tuesday

New York Yankees catcher Austin Romine said he is fine and will be ready to play on Tuesday after the off day on Monday. Romine was banged up after the game on Friday and sat out both Saturday and Sunday but was available off the bench. He's serving as the primary catcher right now with […]

Will Fuller Should Be Ready For Regular Season

HoustonTexans.com's Drew Dougherty said he'd be shocked if Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (knee) isn't ready to go for Week 1 of the 2019 season. Fuller's rehab from a torn ACL is going well, and head coach Bill O'Brien has said a few times that he should be ready for training camp this summer. […]

Mike Trout Continues To Improve

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (groin) saw Dr. Steve Yoon in Los Angeles on Sunday, and ultrasound images showed further improvement to his groin. He will join the team in Texas on Monday and will continue to be evaluated. There's no guarantee that Trout will return to the lineup on Monday, but he looks […]

Nick Senzel Could Play In Games Next Week

Cincinnati Reds third baseman/outfielder Nick Senzel (ankle) has been hitting and running the bases and could get into an extended spring training game by the middle of next week. It was believed that Senzel was further off from game action, but it looks like he's been making good progress. The Reds will be cautious with […]

Dansby Swanson Not Playing Sunday Night

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson is not in the starting lineup for Sunday night. Johan Camargo will play the 6 and bat sixth against Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom. Camargo has only four hits in his first 22 at-bats (.182) of the season and is facing one of the best pitchers in baseball this evening. […]

James Paxton Thinks He Was Tipping Pitches

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton thinks he was tipping his pitches in his start on April 10 against the Astros, with input from special advisor Carlos Beltran. The left-hander is now convinced that he was tipping his knuckle curveball with runners at second base, and he's making adjustments to correct the issue. He […]

Harrison Bader Dealing With Hamstring Tightness

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader is dealing with right hamstring tightness, which is why he's not playing on Sunday in Mexico against the Reds. It's unclear how long this injury might sideline Bader, but his owners need to keep an eye on his status heading into next week. The 24-year-old gives the Cards excellent […]

Rich Hill To Make Rehab Start Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that starting pitcher Rich Hill (knee) will make a rehab start and go four innings or 60 pitches on Wednesday at either Single-A Rancho Cucamonga or Triple-A Oklahoma City. Hill has yet to make his 2019 debut and will likely need at least two rehab outings before he […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu To Throw Aggressive Bullpen Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu (groin) will throw an "aggressive" 40-pitch bullpen session on Monday. Ryu's groin injury isn't too serious, so he should be able to rejoin the Dodgers rotation shortly, barring any setbacks. Once he does, Julio Urias is likely to be moved to the bullpen […]

Jesus Luzardo Feeling Great

Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin said that starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo (shoulder) is feeling great but still isn't throwing yet. Luzardo, the team's top prospect and No. 12 overall, is recovering from a strained left shoulder. The left-hander has a ton of upside in Oakland's starting rotation and was excellent in spring training before his […]

Justin Turner, Kike Hernandez Resting Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner and second baseman Kike Hernandez are both out of the starting lineup on Sunday. Max Muncy is taking over at third base and is hitting fifth, while Chris Taylor gets the start at the keystone and is batting seventh against Brewers starter Jhoulys Chacin. Alex Verdugo is also […]

Wil Myers Out With Thumb Ailment

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers hurt his thumb sliding into second base on Saturday and is not playing on Sunday. Hunter Renfroe is starting in left field and is hitting cleanup on Sunday against Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke. Myers is off to a good start this year, hitting .304 (17-for-56) with three long […]

Andrew Benintendi Injured Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi suffered a right foot contusion on Sunday when he fouled a ball off of himself. X-rays came back negative and he's listed as day-to-day. Benintendi doubled and struck out in his two plate appearances against the Orioles before departing. He could miss a game or two but appears to […]

Patriots Bring In Daniel Jones, Will Grier, Others

The New England Patriots visited with Duke quarterback Daniel Jones and West Virginia quarterback Will Grier last Wednesday. They also brought in Texas A&M tight end Jace Sternberger, Iowa tight end Noah Fant, Ole Miss wide receiver A.J. Brown, Baylor receiver Jalen Hurd and South Carolina wideout Deebo Samuel. They'll also host Arizona State wide […]

David Johnson Expects To See More Touches In 2019

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson expects to see the ball more often in new head coach Kliff Kingsbury's Air Raid offense in 2019. The 27-year-old should be featured prominently as both a running back and receiver. “My role this upcoming season, from talking to the coaches, is that I’m going to hopefully get the […]

Frank Clark Trade Talks Have Died Down

Trade talks surrounding Seattle Seahawks defensive end Frank Clark have died down, although he has yet to sign his $17.128 million franchise tender. Clark is likely to remain with the team in 2019, but he could hold out into training camp if the two sides don't come to an agreement on a long-term extension. The […]

Russell Wilson Wants Out Of Seattle?

The Seattle Seahawks think that quarterback Russell Wilson wants to play elsewhere, according to a league source. They also think that it'll cause Wilson to drive a harder bargain when it comes to a potential long-term extension. Wilson has set a deadline of Monday, April 15, to come to an agreement on an extension. Seattle […]

Manny Machado Out For First Time This Year

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado is out of the starting lineup on Sunday for the first time in 2019. Luis Urias will take over at third base and is hitting eighth against Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke. Urias has upside with the bat, but he's yet to show it in the big leagues […]