Jon Gruden Thinks Martavis Bryant Can Be Difference-Maker

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden said he thinks wide receiver Martavis Bryant, who the team re-signed on Tuesday, can be a difference-maker for the team. "Well, I think one of the reasons he was outperformed was he was inconsistently available," Gruden said. "He was sick, he had lingering problems. But I think he's in […]

Aroldis Chapman Could Rejoin Team Next Week

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (knee) threw a side session on Wednesday and will go back to New York to get treatment, according to manager Aaron Boone. Boone also said he expects Chapman to throw another side session or simulated game and possibly rejoin the team "sometime next week." It's great news for fantasy […]

Aaron Rodgers Says He Has Sprained Knee

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) said he has a sprained knee and that it has been "pretty sore the last three days." He didn't practice on Wednesday and isn't committing to playing in Week 2 against the Vikings, but he did say he wouldn't need any practice time in order to play. "I […]

Kenneth Farrow Signed To Practice Squad

The New England Patriots signed free-agent running back Kenneth Farrow to their practice squad on Wednesday and released wide receiver Jace Billingsley in a corresponding move. Farrow didn't play at all in the NFL in 2017 and has just 60 carries for 192 yards (3.2 yards per carry) in his only season with the Chargers […]

Trey Quinn Put On Injured Reserve

The Washington Redskins placed rookie wide receiver Trey Quinn (ankle) on the Injured Reserve on Wednesday, meaning he won't be able to return for another eight weeks. Quinn underwent surgery for his high ankle sprain, according to head coach Jay Gruden. The Redskins added receiver Jehu Chesson to the active roster to take Quinn's spot. […]

Rams Place Pharoh Cooper On IR

The Los Angeles Rams placed wide receiver and kick returner Pharoh Cooper (ankle) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Cooper will be eligible to return after eight weeks. Losing the All-Pro kick returner is a big loss for the Rams special teams, but it shouldn't stop you from rolling out the team's defense/special teams every week.

Raiders Agree With Clinton McDonald

The Oakland Raiders agreed to terms with free-agent defensive tackle Clinton McDonald on Wednesday, according to a source. The Raiders are already desperate for pass-rush help after trading away All-Pro Khalil Mack before the season started. McDonald had five sacks and 18 tackles with the Bucs in 14 games last season and might have an […]

DeAndre Washington Returns To Practice

Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington (knee) returned to practice on Wednesday. It doesn't mean a whole lot, as Washington is behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard on the team's depth chart. He'll likely be inactive again in Week 2 against the Broncos.

Austin Hooper Limited Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday. He should have no problem playing in Week 2 against the Panthers. Hooper had three grabs on four targets for just 24 yards in the Week 1 loss to the Eagles. The 23-year-old is a touchdown-dependent TE2 on a team with serious […]

Matthew Stafford, LeGarrette Blount Practicing In Full

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (shin) and running back LeGarrette Blount (shoulder) both practiced in full on Wednesday. Stafford had a nightmare game in Week 1 against the Jets last Monday, throwing for 287 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions. He was also beat up and didn't get any help from his porous offensive line. […]

Brett Phillips Cleared To Pinch Run

Kansas City Royals manager Ned Yost said outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) took some swings on Tuesday and has been cleared to serve as a pinch-runner. Phillips is hitting just .198/.262/.342 with two home runs and 11 RBI in 111 at-bats, so he's not really a fantasy consideration as the season winds down. He hasn't played […]

Chad Kuhl Suffers Setback

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chad Kuhl (forearm, elbow) had to be shut down when he came to the flat-ground portion of his throwing program on Tuesday, and head trainer Todd Tomczyk confirmed that Kuhl had more forearm/elbow tightness. He will go for another opinion, but his chances of returning this year are most likely over. […]

Jung Ho Kang Progressing

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang (wrist) has been hitting soft toss, fielding ground balls and throwing without pain. Head trainer Todd Tomczyk said the team hopes to get Kang at-bats in the fall instructional league. Time is running out to get Kang into a major league game, but he's making nice progress and should […]

Brandon Morrow Set To Move To Simulated Games

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) had a successful bullpen session on Wednesday and hopes to pitch in simulated games by the end of next week. At this point, the Cubs are probably just hoping that Morrow might be an option for a potential postseason run. He hasn't pitched in the majors since before the […]

Kyle Schwarber Hopes To Return Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) will not travel with the team to Washington for their makeup game against the Nationals on Thursday, but he is hoping to be back in the lineup on Friday. Schwarber has been out this week with back issues, but it's nothing too serious. Get him back into your lineups […]

Nathan Eovaldi To Start Tuesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi is scheduled to start next Tuesday against the Yankees on the road. Eovaldi allowed two runs in 3 2/3 innings of relief on Tuesday against Toronto and hasn't started a game since Sept. 3. The hard-throwing right-hander hasn't gone over five innings since Aug. 21 against the Indians, so […]

Chris Sale Scheduled To Start Sunday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale is scheduled to start Sunday against the Mets, and the goal is for him to go three innings this time. Sale struck out two hitters against the Blue Jays on Tuesday and is being eased back in so he'll be at 100 percent for the postseason. That won't […]

Jose Iglesias Receives Injection

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (abdomen) received a cortisone injection in his lower abdominal strain and will be out at least the next few days while it takes effect. There still remains a chance that Iglesias doesn't make it back this year with the Tigers not in playoff contention. Niko Goodrum (quadriceps) was also injured […]

Gregory Polanco Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (shoulder, knee) underwent surgery on Wednesday to stabilize a dislocated left shoulder. The Pirates will have more details on a rehab timetable after the surgery is complete. Polanco had already been ruled out for the rest of the year after injuring his knee last week. He got off to a […]

Luis Ortiz To Start Friday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Luis Ortiz will make his first major league start on Friday against the White Sox. Ortiz made his first even MLB appearance last week and allowed three hits and three earned runs in just two-thirds of an inning. Hopefully he'll fare much better this time out, but he's not a recommended […]

Niko Goodrum To Miss Several Days

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (quadriceps) will be out at least for the next several days after he collided with outfielder Christin Stewart in the game on Wednesday. Goodrum is hitting just .236 on the season but has been useful in deep mixed leagues with his 16 home runs, 52 runs scored, 45 RBI and […]

Hunter Dozier Scratched Wednesday

Kansas City Royals first baseman Hunter Dozier (back) was scratched from the starting lineup with a sore back on Wednesday. Ryan O'Hearn will fill in at first base and bat ninth against White Sox starter Carlos Rodon. Dozier is getting playing time in a lost season for the Royals. He's batting just .233 with nine […]

Trio Of Jets Receivers Practice In Full

New York Jets wide receivers Jermaine Kearse (abdomen), Quincy Enunwa (thumb) and Terrelle Pryor (ankle) all practiced in full on Wednesday. Kearse sat out the season opener on Monday night but is on track to play in Week 2 against the Dolphins and will likely push Pryor to fourth on the depth chart. Robby Anderson […]

Jonnu Smith To See More Opportunities

Tennessee Titans tight end Jonnu Smith is expected to see plenty more opportunities with Delanie Walker (ankle) out for the season. Smith played 40 snaps in Week 1 against the Dolphins and had one catch for 12 yards on three targets. He should see a lot of looks on short and intermediate routes. Wide receiver […]

DeAndre Hopkins Limited In Practice

Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday but looked to be pretty mobile. Hopkins is fully expected to play in Week 2 against the Titans, where he'll be a must-start. The 26-year-old had eight receptions on 11 targets for 78 yards in the season-opening loss to the Patriots.

Will Fuller, Jadeveon Clowney Limited Wednesday

Houston Texans wide receivers Will Fuller (hamstring), Sammie Coates (hamstring) and rookie Keke Coutee (hamstring) and defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (back, elbow) were all limited in practice on Wednesday. Fuller sat out the season opener but could be on track to return this weekend against the Titans, where he'd be the second wideout behind DeAndre […]

DeMarcus Lawrence Expected To Play Sunday

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (groin) didn't practice on Wednesday, but the team is not concerned about his availability for Week 2 against the Giants on Sunday night. Lawrence had six tackles and a sack in Week 1 against the Panthers and should be fine to play. Fire him up as a stud IDP […]

Corey Davis Gets In Limited Practice

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (hamstring) was limited in practice Wednesday. This shouldn't be an injury that keeps Davis from playing in Week 2 against the Texans unless he makes it worse this week in practice. The 23-year-old had six catches on 13 targets for 62 yards in the season opener. With tight end […]

Dak Prescott Has Ankle Injury

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (ankle) practiced in full on Wednesday. It doesn't sound like his injury is serious, but it's something to keep an eye on heading into Week 2 against the Giants on Sunday night. Prescott's limited weapons in the passing game showed up in the season opener, as he threw for only […]

Sony Michel, Jacob Hollister Limited Wednesday

New England Patriots rookie running back Sony Michel (knee) and tight end Jacob Hollister (hamstring) were limited in practice on Wednesday. It remains up in the air whether Michel will make his NFL debut in Week 2 against the Jaguars, but Rex Burkhead's (concussion) injury may play a part. If both Burkhead and Michel are […]