Sony Michel, Jacob Hollister Out Against Texans

New England Patriots rookie running back Sony Michel (knee) and tight end Jacob Hollister (hamstring) are inactive for Week 1 against the Texans. Michel was never realistically going to suit up for the season opener, but he should be able to make it back in Week 2. With him out, Rex Burkhead and James White […]

Keke Coutee Out, Sammie Coates Active

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) is inactive for Week 1 against the Patriots, while receiver Sammie Coates (hamstring) will play. Will Fuller is also out for the Texans, giving quarterback Deshaun Watson limited options in the passing game behind stud DeAndre Hopkins. Expect Hopkins to see a ton of targets in this […]

Roc Thomas, Mike Boone Out For Week 1

Minnesota Vikings rookie running backs Roc Thomas and Mike Boone are inactive for Week 1 against the 49ers. Cornerback Mackensie Alexander is also out with an injury. The Vikings will go with only Dalvin Cook and Latavius Murray in their backfield for the season opener. With slot corner Alexander out, expect rookie Mike Hughes to […]

DeVante Parker, Kalen Ballage Inactive

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) and rookie Kalen Ballage are inactive for Week 1 against the Titans. Parker is no surprise on this list, and he might even be questionable for Week 2. Kenny Stills should be the top receiver against the Titans, with Danny Amendola, Albert Wilson and Jakeem Grant also seeing […]

Cameron Meredith Warming Up With Backups

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith was seen warming up with practice squad players before the Week 1 game against the Buccaneers. Meredith was behind in training camp and the preseason while recovering from a knee injury that kept him out all of last year. His role was in question coming into the season […]

Mark Barron Doubtful For Week 1

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Mark Barron (ankle) didn't practice all week and is doubtful for Week 1 against the Raiders on Monday night. When healthy, Barron is a tackling machine and is on the IDP radar. He managed 86 tackles, a sack and three interceptions in 14 games last year and tallied 100-plus tackles each […]

Joey Bosa Seeking Second Opinion

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (foot), who is out for Week 1 against the Chiefs, will travel to Green Bay to visit with Dr. Robert Anderson on Wednesday for a second opinion on his injured foot. The timing of his visit suggests his status for Week 2 against the Bills in doubt. Sources […]

Martavis Bryant Facing Year-Long Suspension

Free-agent wide receiver Martavis Bryant is facing a year-long suspension for his latest violation of the league's substance-abuse policy, according to a source. The NFL is reviewing the matter and could announce a decision early this week. Since it would be Bryant's third suspension in four years, it could mean the end of his football […]

Carson Wentz Not Ruled Out For Week 2

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) "hasn't been ruled out" for Week 2 against the Buccaneers, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen. However, Wentz also has yet to be cleared by doctors. "He has reached that threshold in being able to protect himself. So, sooner than later on Carson Wentz," Mortensen said. Regardless, Wentz may be […]

LeSean McCoy Not Expected To Face Charges

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy is not expected to face charges stemming from an alleged home invasion robbery at a residence that he owns in Georgia that left his ex-girlfriend hospitalized, according to a source informed of the situation. The police currently do not have enough evidence to charge McCoy with anything. McCoy doesn't […]

Steelers Not Considering Trading Le'Veon Bell

The Pittsburgh Steelers are not considering a trade of running back Le'Veon Bell, according to a source. The Steelers plan to wait out his holdout, and some around Bell believe that he'll be back before the end of September. Bell was likely a top-three fantasy selection in most fantasy leagues, so the longer he holds […]

Ravens Have Packages For Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens have packages in place for quarterback Lamar Jackson in Week 1 against the Bills, according to a source. While Jackson should be active and could see some time on the field in the season opener, it won't be enough to make him worthy of a starting spot in fantasy lineups. Joe Flacco […]

Austin Carr To Work Out Of Slot

New Orleans Saints undrafted wide receiver Austin Carr is expected to work out of the slot in Week 1 against the Buccaneers. Despite only playing in one career game with no catches, he has impressed quarterback Drew Brees enough and gained his trust. Carr could be DFS deep sleeper on Sunday in a good matchup.

Marlon Mack, Anthony Castonzo Are Game-Time Decisions

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) and left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) will both work out pregame to test their injuries on Sunday, and the team is expected to exercise a high level of caution with them. They need to show significant improvement in order to be active in Week 1 against the Bengals. […]

DeVante Parker Not Expected To Play

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) is not expected to play in Week 1 against the Titans, according to a source. This doesn't come as a surprise, as Parker was listed as doubtful to play. He won't necessarily be a lock to return in Week 2 either. With Parker out on Sunday, Kenny Stills […]

Daryl Williams Looks Likely To Play

Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams (knee) looks good to play in Week 1 against the Cowboys, according to a source. He will see how he feels in warmups to be sure. Williams' diligent rehab over the last six weeks after suffering a dislocated kneecap has allowed him to be ready for the season opener. […]

Greg Olsen Good To Go

Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (back), who was listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Cowboys, is good to go, according to a source. His back was "a little sore early in the week but no issues," the source said. While Olsen might be scaled back a little bit in the season opener, […]

Rob Gronkowski Resisted Potential Trade

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski resisted a potential trade during the offseason when he was away from the team and considering retirement, according to sources. He told the Patriots that he would rather retire than play for another team. The two sides agreed on a reworked deal with incentives to keep him happy […]

Sony Michel Not Expected To Play

New England Patriots rookie running back Sony Michel (knee), who is questionable for Week 1 against the Texans, is not expected to play, according to a source. Michel was always bordering on not playing in the season opener, so although it's not official yet, you shouldn't plan on using him in your flex spot on […]

Cardinals Sign David Johnson To Extension

The Arizona Cardinals signed running back David Johnson to a three-year, $39 million deal on Saturday, according to a source. The contract includes $30 million in guarantees and is worth up to $45 million. The two sides weren't believed to be close to an extension before Week 1, but they got it done somehow. Despite […]

Noah Syndergaard Hit By Liner Saturday

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (side) left his start early on Saturday after he was hit by a line drive in the right side. Syndergaard allowed 12 hits and four runs while walking five and striking out four in 6 2/3 innings against the Phillies in this one before getting injured. We'll have […]

Greg Olsen Expected To Play In Week 1

Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (back), who is listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Cowboys, is expected to play, according to a source. Olsen practiced all week but popped up as questionable in a bit of a surprise on Saturday. While he could have his snaps limited a bit in the opener, […]

David Wright Thinks He'll Play This Year

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (shoulder) thinks he will play in the major leagues this year. Wright hasn't played in a big league game since May of 2016. He hasn't hit well on his rehab assignment, but the bigger thing to take away is that he hasn't had any injury setbacks. With the […]

Brandon Belt Scratched With Knee Soreness

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) was scratched from the lineup on Saturday with knee soreness. Infielder Chase D'Arnaud replaced him at first base. Belt continues to deal with knee issues and could need offseason surgery to correct the issue. On the year, he's hitting .260/.348/.426 with 14 home runs, 46 RBI and […]

Aroldis Chapman Plays Catch Friday

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (knee) played catch up to 90 feet on Friday and everything went well. Chapman has been making slow progress, but there remains no timetable for his return, and he's running out of time to make an impact for fantasy owners down the stretch. Until he returns, David Robertson, Dellin […]

Jonathan Williams Promoted To Active Roster

New Orleans Saints running back Jonathan Williams is being promoted from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 1 against the Buccaneers, according to a source. Williams could split time with Mike Gillislee as the backup to Alvin Kamara. Williams won't see enough touches to be a worthy addition to fantasy lineups in […]

Packers Rookie Wideouts Not Expected To Have Roles

Green Bay Packers rookie wide receivers J'mon Moore, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Equanimeous St. Brown aren't expected to have roles in Week 1 against the Bears on Sunday night, let alone even be active for the game. None of the three rookies has earned enough of quarterback Aaron Rodgers' trust heading into the season opener. Moore, […]

Jermaine Kearse Doubtful For Week 1

New York Jets wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (abdomen) is listed as doubtful for Week 1 against the Lions on Monday. Kearse was never really an option to play in the season opener despite being limited in practice last week. As a result, Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa and Terrelle Pryor should be the team's top three […]

Aaron Slegers Unlikely To Return

Minnesota Twins pitcher Aaron Slegers (shoulder) has not gotten back on a mound, meaning it's unlikely that he'll pitch again this year. Slegers has made three appearances in the big leagues (two starts) this year and has a 5.68 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and five strikeouts in just 12 2/3 innings. He's not on the fantasy […]

Jimmy Nelson Won't Return in 2018

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jimmy Nelson (shoulder) will not pitch in the majors this year, according to general manager David Stearns. The plan is for Nelson to go to Arizona soon to pitch to hitters in simulated games. Then the team hopes he can pitch in at least one instructional league game before going home […]