Eduardo Nunez Opts To Stay In Boston

Boston Red Sox infielder Eduardo Nunez exercised his $5 million player option for the 2019 season on Thursday. Nunez was a postseason hero for a big three-run homer in Game 1 of the World Series against the Dodgers, but he was somewhat of a disappointment during the regular season, mainly due to nagging lower-body issues. […]

Dodgers Extend David Freese's Option Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers and corner infielder David Freese agreed to extend the deadline on his option decision until Friday at 4 pm ET. Freese hit an exceptional .296/.359/.471 with 11 home runs and 51 RBI in 280 at-bats between the Pirates and Dodgers during the regular season, but his true value comes in his […]

Dodgers Extend Deadline With Clayton Kershaw

The Los Angeles Dodgers and starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw extended the deadline on his 2019 option decision until Friday at 4 pm ET. Kershaw has been expected to opt out of his 2019 option, but the Dodgers are now expected to sign him to a short-term contract extension to keep him around for at least […]

Byron Marshall Could Come Off IR Next Week

Washington Redskins running back Byron Marshall (ankle) went through drills for a second straight day on Thursday and is eligible to come off Injured Reserve next Monday. He has been running just fine and could become an option on third downs with Chris Thompson (ribs) banged up. It's notable with Thompson likely to miss another […]

Chris Thompson, Jamison Crowder Missing Practice Again

Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson (ribs) and wide receiver Jamison Crowder (ankle) are both sitting out of practice for the second straight day. Neither player looks to have a good chance of playing in Week 9 against the Falcons. With Adrian Peterson turning back the clock in the backfield, Thompson was rarely used last […]

Justin Houston To Return To Practice

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston (hamstring), who has missed the last three games, will return to practice on Thursday, according to head coach Andy Reid. It remains to be seen if Houston will actually be able to return in Week 9 against the Browns, but it's a good sign for a defense that needs […]

No Practice For Kenny Stills

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (groin) isn't practicing on Thursday for the second straight day. Stills appears on his way to missing his second straight game after suffering the injury in Week 7. Stills has been on the decline ever since his two-touchdown game in the season opener, so he should be left to […]

Torrey Smith Still Out Thursday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith (knee) remained out of practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Smith missed the Week 8 game and is well on his way to missing his second straight contest. Rookie D.J. Moore stepped into a bigger role and didn't disappoint. Even if Smith is able to play against […]

Julian Edelman Back At Practice Thursday

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (ankle, illness) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Edelman will be just fine for Week 9 against the Packers in what is expected to be a shootout on Sunday night. The 32-year-old had a season-high nine catches on 10 targets for 104 yards in […]

Rob Gronkowski Missing Practice Thursday

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (back) is not practicing on Thursday. Gronk was limited on Wednesday, so this could be a sign that he's not completely over his back spasms that kept him sidelined in Week 8. While we still think Gronkowski will play in Week 9 against the Packers, it's something worth […]

Deion Jones Tests Foot Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones (foot), who has been out since the season opener with a broken right foot, tested his foot in practice on Wednesday. He had both feet taped and did very little during the walkthrough while working off to the side with trainers. Jones is on Injured Reserve and will be eligible […]

Khalil Mack On Same Plan As Last Week

Chicago Bears defensive end Khalil Mack (ankle) missed practice on Wednesday and is on the same plan as he was last week, according to head coach Matt Nagy. “Hopefully he’s getting better — I feel like he is,” Nagy said. “It’s gonna be what we just went through last week. It’s gonna be very similar […]

Geoff Swaim Won't Practice Thursday

Dallas Cowboys tight end Geoff Swaim (knee) will not practice on Thursday, according to head coach Jason Garrett. Swaim is dealing with an MCL sprain and while he had extra time to rest during the bye last week, it seems like he'll be doubtful to play on Monday night against the Titans. Swaim only has […]

Rashard Higgins Returns To Practice

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (knee) returned to practice on Thursday after missing practice on Wednesday. Higgins has missed the last three games with a sprained MCL, but he has a real shot at returning in a great matchup in Week 9 against the Chiefs. While rookies Antonio Callaway and Damion Ratley have been […]

C.J. Beathard 50-50 For Thursday Night

San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (wrist) is "truly 50-50 for tonight's game (vs. Raiders)," according to a source. Beathard has struggled to grip the football during practices this week, but he made some progress in the walkthrough on Wednesday and will be a game-time decision. Even against a struggling Raiders defense, Beathard would be […]

Delanie Walker Could Return In Postseason

Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker (ankle), who began walking with crutches over the weekend, is hoping he can return if the team makes the playoffs. "That's a plus," Walker said. "But who knows when I'm able to start running again? That's all I'm looking forward to is just being able to take this boot […]

Cam Newton's Shoulder Feels Great

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (shoulder) was limited in practice on Wednesday and didn't throw during the 20-minute portion open to the media, which was the same as last week. Head coach Ron Rivera said that's "the new normal" for Newton. Even if Newton isn't throwing, he's getting mental repetitions and constantly communicating with coaches […]

Brian McCann Hits The Free-Agent Market

The Houston Astros declined to pick up catcher Brian McCann's $15 million option for the 2019 season, making him a free agent. McCann played in just 63 games in his second year in Houston due to injuries and he wasn't very good when he did play, hitting .212/.301/.339 with seven home runs and 23 RBI. […]

Doug Baldwin Back On Injury Report

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (knee) is back on the Week 9 injury report and was limited in practice on Wednesday. Baldwin should suit up this Sunday against the Chargers, but it's a reminder that he'll continue to be hobbled on two bad knees for the rest of the year. It's also a big […]

Jordan Reed, Kapri Bibbs Limited Wednesday

Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed (neck) and running back Kapri Bibbs (shoulder) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. Reed is often seen on the team's injury report, but he has surprisingly stayed on the field so far this year. In one of the worst receiving corps in the NFL, Reed hasn't been able […]

Jamison Crowder, Paul Richardson, Adrian Peterson Miss Practice

Washington Redskins wide receivers Jamison Crowder (ankle) and Paul Richardson (knee, shoulder) and running back Adrian Peterson (shoulder) all missed practice on Wednesday. Crowder has missed the last several games and doesn't appear close to returning. He can be left on the waiver wire until further notice. Richardson returned after a one-game absence and predictably […]

Matt Bryant Misses Practice Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (hamstring) missed practice on Wednesday. Bryant is apparently improving, but he won't test his hamstring until Thursday and he could miss his second straight game. Giorgio Tavecchio filled in admirably before the Week 8 bye. The Redskins have an underrated defense and hold opposing kickers to the fewest average fantasy […]

Blue Jays Decline Yangervis Solarte's Option

The Toronto Blue Jays declined infielder Yangervis Solarte's $5.5 million option for the 2019 season, but he will remain on the 2019 roster and is eligible for salary arbitration. Solarte hit a disappointing .226/.277/.378 with 17 home runs and 54 RBI in 122 games in 2018. The switch-hitter certainly has pop in his lumber, but […]

Deshaun Watson, Ryan Griffin Practicing In Full

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (chest) and tight end Ryan Griffin (illness) both practiced in full on Wednesday. Watson hasn't missed a game and looks to be closer to 100 percent after taking a beating several weeks ago against Dallas. He looked spry on his way to five total touchdowns in last Thursday's win over […]

Keke Coutee Limited In Practice

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Coutee wasn't able to play on a short week last Thursday after aggravating his hamstring injury in Week 7, but he's on track to return this weekend against Denver. Coutee's fantasy upside the rest of the way isn't as strong now […]

A's Pick Up Fernando Rodney's Option

The Oakland Athletics exercised relief pitcher Fernando Rodney's $4.25 million option for the 2019 season on Wednesday. Rodney had a 3.36 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 70 K's in 64 1/3 innings over 68 outings in 2018. All 25 of his saves came with the Twins before being traded to Oakland at the trade deadline. Walks […]

Cooper Kupp Gets In Limited Practice Wednesday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (knee) was listed as a limited participant in the team's walkthrough practice on Wednesday after missing the last two weeks with a sprained MCL. Kupp looks like he'll be able to return, and it couldn't come at a better time for his fantasy owners in what should be […]

Michael Thomas, Cameron Meredith Limited In Practice

New Orleans Saints wide receivers Michael Thomas (shoulder) and Cameron Meredith (knee) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. It's a new injury for Thomas, but one that shouldn't keep him out in a potential shootout with the undefeated Rams in Week 9. He hasn't had double-digit catches or targets since Sept. 23, but that […]

Taylor Gabriel Limited In Practice

Chicago Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday. While Gabriel should play in Week 9 against the Bills, it's a new injury worth watching. After back-to-back 100-yard games on Sept. 30 and Oct. 14, Gabriel has disappeared and has failed to capitalize with Allen Robinson injured. Gabriel will have another […]

Allen Robinson, Khalil Mack Still Absent From Practice

Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (groin) and defensive end Khalil Mack (ankle) both missed practice on Wednesday after being inactive in Week 8. Both players aren't off to a good start to return in Week 9 against the Bills, and the Bears may decide to rest them up for another week in a winnable […]