A's Acquire Jurickson Profar In Three-Team Trade

The Oakland Athletics acquired infielder Jurickson Profar from the Texas Rangers on Friday in a deal that also included the Tampa Bay Rays, according to league sources. The Rangers will receive pitcher Brock Burke, infielder Eli White, Kyle Bird, Yoel Espinal and international money from the Rays, while the Rays will receive reliever Emilio Pagan, […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Expected To Be Out

New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (quadriceps) only rode the stationary bike during the portion of practice open to the media on Friday, and he's expected to be ruled out later in the day for Week 16 against Colts. Wide receiver Russell Shepard also missed another practice. It looks like OBJ will miss […]

Cardinals Closing In On Andrew Miller

The St. Louis Cardinals are closing in on a deal for free-agent relief pitcher Andrew Miller, according to sources. Miller was on the disabled list multiple times in 2018 and never really found his footing, finishing with an un Miller-like 4.24 ERA and 1.38 WHIP, although he still struck out 45 hitters in 34 innings. […]

LeGarrette Blount Added To Injury Report

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount (calf) was added to the Week 16 injury report and was limited on Thursday. Blount could be questionable to face the Vikings this weekend. Despite finding the end zone five times this year, Blount is averaging an embarrassing 2.8 yards per carry and has lost touches to Zach Zenner […]

DeVante Parker Being Phased Out Of Offense

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker is basically being phased out of the offense and isn't likely to be a part of the team's future. Offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains said: "It's combination of injuries, production, practice." Parker has only played in nine games on the season and has 22 catches on 41 targets for 296 […]

Ito Smith Undergoes Knee Scope

Atlanta Falcons rookie running back Ito Smith (knee) had a knee scope, according to head coach Dan Quinn. Smith is expected to have a full offseason. With Tevin Coleman likely to leave in free agency and Devonta Freeman coming off an injury-riddled campaign, Smith could be in line for some serious touches to begin the […]

Tajae Sharpe Questionable

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Tajae Sharpe (ankle) is listed as questionable for Week 16 against the Redskins on Saturday. Sharpe has been battling his ankle injury for several weeks now but has played through it. He also has just one catch on one target for six yards in the last two games, so he's not […]

Josh Doctson, Vernon Davis Questionable

Washington Redskins wide receivers Josh Doctson (back) and Maurice Harris (concussion) and tight end Vernon Davis (concussion) are questionable for Week 16 on Saturday against the Titans. Davis didn't practice on Thursday after having concussion-like symptoms on Wednesday. Doctson injured his back in practice on Wednesday, making his availability uncertain. The Redskins are one of […]

Tyler Boyd Looking Unlikely For Week 16

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd (knee) missed his second straight day of practice on Thursday. Dealing with a sprained knee, Boyd is likely to miss the final two weeks of the regular season. He posted his first 1,000-yard season in 2018, though, so his season will end on a high note. With Boyd likely […]

Jamaal Williams To Be Big Part Of Game Plan

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams (toe) is expected to be a big part of the game plan in Week 16 against the Jets, according to interim head coach Joe Philbin. Williams has been limited in practice this week with a toe injury, but obviously it's not serious enough to limit him this weekend. […]

Eric Ebron, Dontrelle Inman Back At Practice

Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron (quadriceps) and wide receiver Dontrelle Inman (shoulder) both returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday. Both players should play in a must-win game against the Giants this weekend. Despite Ebron's dud against the Cowboys in Week 15, he remains one of the more attractive fantasy tight ends […]

LeSean McCoy Says He'll Play

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy (hamstring), who returned to a full practice on Thursday, said he will play in Week 16 against the Patriots. Backup Chris Ivory also got in a full practice after missing Week 15. It appears both backs will return against New England, making Shady an RB3/flex in a dysfunctional and […]

Odell Beckham Jr., Russell Shepard Out Of Practice

New York Giants wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. (quadriceps) and Russell Shepard (ankle) both missed practice on Thursday. OBJ was on the side working with a trainer and catching balls from the Jugs machine, but his status doesn't look good for Week 16 against the Colts. Beckham could miss his third straight game. If both […]

Alshon Jeffery Still Out Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (illness) missed his second straight day of practice on Thursday. Kicker Jake Elliott (illness) also sat out Both players should suit up on Sunday in a must-win game against the Texans, but there Friday participation will be key. Jeffery had one of his best games with Nick Foles under […]

Anibal Sanchez Agrees With Nationals

Free-agent starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez agreed to a two-year, $19 million deal with the Washington Nationals on Thursday, according to multiple reports. Sanchez will help bring up the rear of the rotation behind Max Scherzer, Stephen Strasburg and Patrick Corbin after the team traded Tanner Roark. The 34-year-old surprisingly went 7-6 with a 2.83 ERA […]

Angels Sign Trevor Cahill

The Los Angeles Angels signed free-agent starting pitcher Trevor Cahill to a one-year, $9 million deal on Thursday, according to a source. Incentives could push the total to $10.5 million. Cahill will stay in the west, where he went 7-4 with a 3.76 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 100 strikeouts in 110 innings (20 starts) for […]

Daniel Murphy Agrees With Rockies

Free-agent second baseman Daniel Murphy agreed to a deal with the Colorado Rockies on Thursday. The deal is expected to be for two years and $24 million. Murphy isn't the best defensive second baseman, so he'll likely be Colorado's main first baseman, which means Ian Desmond should move to the outfield full time. Murphy will […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Injured In Practice Thursday

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (groin) left practice early with a groin injury on Thursday and was officially limited. Smith-Schuster's Friday practice status will be huge. He could very well be questionable and a game-time decision in a big game against the Saints this weekend. He'll be a WR2 if he plays in a […]

Austin Ekeler Doubtful To Face Ravens

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (concussion, neck) is listed as doubtful for Week 16 against the Ravens on Saturday. Ekeler looks primed to miss his second straight game. With Melvin Gordon (knee) set to return this weekend, rookie Justin Jackson will serve in the change-of-pace role and will only have value as an […]

Keenan Allen Questionable For Saturday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (hip) is listed as questionable for Week 16 against the Ravens on Saturday after being limited in practice again Thursday. Head coach Anthony Lynn said it's likely that Allen will be a game-time decision on Saturday. Allen is expected to play, but fantasy owners need to double check […]

Todd Gurley Has Yet To Run This Week

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley (knee) has yet to run and test his knee in practice this week, and he might not be able to play in Week 16 against the Cardinals. “I think I’ll be fine, man,” Gurley said. “Just taking it day-by-day recovering, resting, trying to feel better.” Gurley doesn't plan […]

Julio Jones Takes Part In Walkthrough

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (hip) took part in the team's walkthrough practice on Thursday but did not practice, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The Falcons may not know Jones' status for Week 16 against the Panthers until Friday, so hopefully he can get in at least a limited session. If he goes, […]

Josh Gordon Suspended Indefinitely

New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon has returned to the Reserve/Commissioner Suspended list indefinitely for violating the terms of his conditional reinstatement under the league's substance-abuse policy, according to an NFL spokesman. Gordon said he was leaving the team earlier Thursday for mental-health reasons. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Gordon isn't expected to play […]

Josh Gordon Stepping Away From Team

New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon is facing another indefinite suspension from the league for violating the terms of his reinstatement under the substance-abuse policy and announced on Thursday that he's stepping away to address his mental health, according to a source. It's a blow to Gordon's fantasy owners and to a New England […]

Melvin Gordon Will Play Saturday

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said that running back Melvin Gordon (knee) will play in Week 16 against the Ravens on Saturday. "Melvin's practiced all week and he's doing fine. I don't know that he's himself but he's going to play," Lynn said. Gordon will be returning after a three-game absence. He might […]

Keenan Allen Expected To Play

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (hip) is now expected to play on Saturday night against the Ravens after suffering a hip pointer last Thursday against the Chiefs, according to a source. Allen has looked improved and ready during practice this week. While Allen probably won't be 100 percent in a tough matchup with […]

Jamaal Williams On Week 16 Injury Report

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams (toe) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday. Williams should be fine for Week 16 against the Jets. With Aaron Jones (knee) out for the final two games, Williams' fantasy value goes up significantly, and he'll have RB2 upside against New York this weekend as the […]

Frank Gore Placed On Injured Reserve

As expected, the Miami Dolphins placed running back Frank Gore (foot) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday with a foot sprain. The 35-year-old curiously touched the ball more than Kenyan Drake in Miami's frustrating offense this year and ran the ball 156 times for 722 yards (4.6 yards per carry) and no touchdowns. He added 12 […]

Spencer Ware Gets In Limited Practice

Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware (hamstring) returned to a limited practice on Wednesday. Ware was unable to play on a short week last Thursday against the Chargers after hurting himself in Week 14, but he should be able to return in a big game on the road against the Seahawks. However, he may […]

Lamar Miller, Keke Coutee Limited

Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (ankle) and rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) were limited in practice on Wednesday. Miller hurt his fantasy owners when he didn't play at all in the second half in Week 15, but he should be able to play against the Eagles this Sunday. Consider him more of a […]