James Conner Could Fill In For Le'Veon Bell

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner could fill in as the lead back in Week 1 against the Browns if Le'Veon Bell doesn't report to the team in time this week. According to NFL Research, the Steelers are 39-17 when quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, wide receiver Antonio Brown and Bell all play, but they are 14-10 […]

Earl Thomas To Report Wednesday

Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas announced that he plans to report to the team on Wednesday, but he continues to voice his frustrations with the team on a contract extension. The 29-year-old is in the final year of his contract that will pay him $8.5 million in 2018. He's been selected as a first-team […]

Forrest Whitley Activated In Minors

Houston Astros starting pitching prospect Forrest Whitley (lat) has been activated from the disabled list in the minor leagues with Double-A Corpus Christi. Whitley is the team's top prospect, but he's missed time due to injuries and a suspension this year and has only thrown 26 1/3 innings, going 0-2 with a 3.76 ERA, 0.99 […]

Jay Ajayi Not Listed On Final Injury Report

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (foot) was not listed on the final injury report for Week 1 against the Falcons. He will play, barring some sort of setback. Ajayi practiced in full the last two days and is good to go for Thursday night. With quarterback Carson Wentz and receivers Alshon Jeffery and Mack […]

Josh Gordon Says He Has No Limitations

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon (hamstring) said he has no limitations and is 100 percent heading into Week 1 against the Steelers. The Browns aren't planning on starting Gordon to open the season, but he could still play plenty and have a big impact for fantasy owners. He missed a large portion of training […]

Cowboys Increase Offer For Earl Thomas

The Dallas Cowboys have increased their offer to a second-round pick for Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas within the past week, according to sources. However, Seattle isn't interested and wants more. The Seahawks are pushing their luck with a player that has no interest in playing for them and who is prepared to sit […]

Austin Seferian-Jenkins Not Expected To Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (core) is not expected to practice on Wednesday. It's unclear whether ASJ is actually in danger of sitting out in Week 1 against the Giants, but we'll likely know more later this week. Seferian-Jenkins is a low-end TE1 if he suits up, but the Giants were gashed by tight […]

Anthony Castonzo Won't Practice Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) will not practice on Wednesday, and his status for Week 1 against the Bengals is to be determined, according to head coach Frank Reich. Castonzo has the most important job on the team's offensive line, and that is to protect quarterback Andrew Luck. Not having him in the […]

Marlon Mack Fighting Uphill Battle For Week 1

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) is not at practice on Wednesday, and The Athletic's Stephen Holder would be surprised if Mack is able to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack can probably be safely avoided to open the season. It's looking like rookie Jordan Wilkins and Christine Michael will share the […]

Olivier Vernon Has High Ankle Sprain

New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur said linebacker Olivier Vernon (ankle) is dealing with a high ankle sprain and will not practice on Wednesday. Shurmur said that Vernon is "a fast healer," but it seems unlikely that Vernon would be able to play in Week 1 against the Jaguars. High ankle sprains often keep […]

Evan Engram Cleared From Concussion Protocol

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (head) is out of the concussion protocol and is likely to be able to play in Week 1 against the Jaguars. Engram doesn't have a great matchup and won't have as many targets with receiver Odell Beckham Jr. back healthy and rookie running back Saquon Barkley expected to […]

DeVante Parker Won't Play Sunday

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) will not play in the season opener this Sunday, according to a league source. He's been out since Aug. 12 when he suffered a broken finger during practice. Both Albert Wilson and Jakeem Grant will likely see more snaps in the offense as a result against the Titans. […]

Dalvin Cook Ready For Week 1

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said running back Dalvin Cook (knee) is "ready to roll" for Week 1 against the 49ers. Cook tore his ACL four games into his rookie season in 2017 but has regained his quickness and acceleration. The second-year player will play in Week 1 and is a low-end RB1/high-end RB2, […]

Shawn Kelley Out With Finger Injury

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Shawn Kelley (finger) is out with a finger laceration and may not be available until Friday. Kelley has been a nice asset since being acquired from the Nationals, tossing 8 2/3 scoreless innings while walking two and striking out nine. He doesn't really have any fantasy appeal, however.

Jose Iglesias To Come Off DL Sunday Or Monday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (abdomen) is on track to come off the disabled list on Sunday or Monday, barring setbacks. Iglesias suffered a lower abdominal strain and has been out since Aug. 29. He's not much to look at with the stick (.269 average, five homers), but he can help owners out in deeper […]

Michael Fulmer Expected To Make Next Start

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (shin), who took a line drive off his shin in his last start on Monday, had no further complications on Tuesday and is expected to make his next start against the Cardinals this Sunday. Fulmer has been a disappointment to fantasy owners this year by going 3-10 with a […]

Danny Duffy Shut Down For Rest Of Season

As expected, Kansas City Royals manager Ned Yost confirmed on Wednesday that starting pitcher Danny Duffy (shoulder) is done for the rest of the season after suffering another left shoulder impingement during his start on Tuesday. He cannot have another anti-inflammatory shot this soon after his last injury. Even with Duffy out, Yost said he […]

Kolten Wong To Come Off DL Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (hamstring) is set to be activated from the disabled list on Wednesday when he's eligible, although he might not play until Friday. He said he is "about 100 percent" healthy nine days after straining his left hamstring running to first base. Wong was hitting .362/.415/.500 in 19 games […]

Harrison Bader Undergoes X-Rays

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader (ankle) underwent X-rays on his left ankle after the game on Tuesday. However, Bader is optimistic that he won't miss any time. Bader had a single, run scored and a walk in his four plate appearances on Tuesday. He's seen regular playing time with Dexter Fowler injured and Tommy […]

Rick Porcello To Get Extra Rest Soon

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Rick Porcello will make his next start on Sunday and will then see extended rest as the team begins to align their rotation for the playoffs. Porcello allowed one run on just two hits in five innings for a win over the Braves on Tuesday, and he's now 16-7 with […]

Anthony Rizzo Will Play Wednesday

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said that first baseman Anthony Rizzo (foot) is OK and will play on Wednesday. Rizzo fouled a ball off his foot in the game on Tuesday, but he'll be just fine. Make sure to get him into your lineups on Wednesday. The slugging first baseman is hitting .283/.379/.486 with 24 […]

Brett Phillips Wearing Sling

Kansas City Royals outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) was seen wearing a sling in the clubhouse for his injured right shoulder after the game on Tuesday, but he said there is no structural damage in his arm. Phillips doesn't think he'll be out long. Phillips appears to have avoided serious damage in his arm, but he's […]

Dansby Swanson Day-To-Day After Hit By Pitch

Atlanta Braves infielder Dansby Swanson (head) is being listed as day-to-day after being hit in the back of the head by a pitch on Tuesday. It looks like Swanson passed the concussion protocol after being hit, which is a great sign. There's a chance he could be right back in the lineup on Wednesday. He's […]

Danny Duffy Thinks His Season Is Over

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Danny Duffy (shoulder), who suffered another shoulder impingement in his start on Tuesday, said he thinks that he will be shut down for the rest of the season. It's a valid assumption, as the Royals have nothing to play for and haven't for a while. The southpaw made it just […]

Anthony Rizzo Has Right Foot Contusion

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (foot) left the game early on Tuesday and was diagnosed with a right foot contusion after he fouled a ball off his foot in the third inning. X-rays on Rizzo came back negative. The slugging first baseman was hitless in three plate appearances before leaving the game. It looks […]

Tommy Pham Unlikely To Play Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash said outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) is dealing with a groin issue and is unlikely to play on Wednesday. The team is hoping he can return on Friday. Pham had two hits, including a triple, one run, one RBI and a strikeout in five plate appearances on Tuesday. While he […]

Earl Thomas Not Expected To Play In Week 1

Seattle Seahawks safety Earl Thomas isn't expected to end his holdout with Week 1 approaching. "Until something changes," NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport elaborated on NFL GameDay Season Preview on Tuesday, "my understanding is Earl Thomas is not expected to show up and play for the Seahawks." Thomas is awaiting a trade, but the Seahawks […]

Brett Phillips Injures Shoulder Tuesday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) left the game early on Tuesday with a right shoulder contusion after crashing into the outfield wall. Phillips struck out in his only plate appearance before leaving the contest. He's been getting regular playing time with the Royals season all but over, but he's batting just .198/.262/.342 with […]

Danny Duffy Leaves His Start Prematurely

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Danny Duffy (shoulder) left his start early on Tuesday with another left shoulder impingement. Not only was he injured, but Duffy allowed three earned runs and four hits (one homer) in just two-thirds of an inning before departing. The southpaw was on the disabled list with the same issue last […]

Miguel Sano Injured Tuesday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (leg) left the game early on Tuesday with a lower left leg bruise. Cano had to be carted off the field, so this initially had the looks of a serious injury and one that could've potentially been related to his serious leg injury in 2017. It looks like Sano […]