Mackensie Alexander Returns To Practice

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. It's a good sign that Alexander will have a chance to suit up in Week 1 against the 49ers. When healthy, Alexander will typically be the slot cornerback, with Xavier Rhodes and Trae Waynes on the edges.

Albert Wilson Has High Hopes For Offense

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson is very optimistic about the offense in 2018. “I think we’re gonna be amazing,” Wilson said. “We’re gonna shock a lot of people. We’re gonna stretch the field and get the ball in a lot of different people’s hands and watch them make plays.” Miami finished 28th in scoring […]

Zach Brown Should Be Ready For Week 1

Washington Redskins linebacker Zach Brown (oblique) practiced for the first time in more than a week on Wednesday and should be ready to play in Week 1 against the Cardinals. Brown is a top-10 IDP option at his position after recording 100-plus tackles each of the last two seasons with Buffalo and Washington. Start him […]

Texans Work Out Akeem Hunt, Charles Sims

The Houston Texans worked out free-agent running backs Akeem Hunt and Charles Sims on Thursday. Houston is noticeably lacking for running back depth behind Lamar Miller, with Alfred Blue the main backup. Tyler Ervin and rookie Gregory Howell round out the group. Sims was cut by the Buccaneers last weekend and Hunt had just eight […]

Vikes Won't Say If Dalvin Cook Will Be On Pitch Count

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo was coy on whether running back Dalvin Cook will be on a pitch count in Week 1 against the 49ers. "We’re not sure yet. We’re going to see how it goes. There’s nothing that hasn’t told us that he can’t carry the load. If there’s something that during the […]

Marlon Mack Returns To Practice

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) returned to practice on Thursday for the first time since early August. However, he still figures to be a long shot to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack should be avoided this weekend, even if he somehow suits up. It's expected to be rookie Jordan Wilkins […]

Anthony Castonzo Optimistic About Playing In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) is optimistic that he will play in Week 1 against the Bengals. He said his hamstring felt good in practice on Wednesday and that he'll push himself some more on Thursday. Castonzo could still be listed as questionable for this weekend, but he's trending in the right direction. […]

Eric Berry Still Out Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs safety Eric Berry (heel) remained out of practice on Thursday. It doesn't look like Berry will be able to play in Week 1 against the Chargers, which is really bad news for an already thin KC secondary. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers could easily pick apart this secondary in the season opener at […]

No Practice For Olivier Vernon

New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice on Thursday, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. It's not looking good that Vernon will suit up for Week 1 against the Jaguars. That's really bad news for the Giants defense as a whole, but it's great news for Jags quarterback Blake Bortles. Vernon […]

DeAndre Washington Unlikely To Be Active

Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington (knee) is unlikely to be active or see much playing time in Week 1 against the Rams on Monday. He is the fourth running back behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard. Washington is recovering from a knee scope late in training camp and did not practice on […]

Cordy Glenn Says He'll Play In Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Cordy Glenn (shoulder) was limited in practice with a shoulder injury on Wednesday, but he said he's fine and will play in Week 1 against the Colts. Glenn is tasked with keeping quarterback Andy Dalton clean, and he should be able to suit up.

Mark Andrews To See Increased Playing Time

Baltimore Ravens rookie tight end Mark Andrews should see increased playing time in Week 1 against the Bills with fellow rookie Hayden Hurst (foot) ruled out. Andrews is the second best pass-catching tight end on the team behind Hurst, and he'll have deep sleeper appeal in DFS games. Wide receiver Willie Snead could see some […]

Rex Burkhead To Be Eased In

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) has been cleared to play in Week 1 against the Texans, but he's expected to be eased into the mix with an acclimation process that needs to take place. Rookie Sony Michel (knee) will be questionable for the season opener, so it's possible the Pats lean more […]

Daryl Williams Practicing Again Thursday

Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams (knee) is practicing again on Thursday. Williams is recovering quickly from a torn MCL and dislocated kneecap, but it's unrealistic for him to be ready for Week 1 against the Cowboys. Carolina's offensive line will be a weakness for them as long as Williams isn't playing.

Jack Conklin Could Return Around Week 4

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) is expected to return around Week 4. Conklin was limited in practice on Wednesday but just recently came off the Physically Unable to Perform list. Conklin is one of the best right tackles in the NFL, so the sooner Tennessee gets him back, the better.

Terrell Edmunds Expected To Start In Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie strong safety Terrell Edmunds is expected to start in Week 1 against the Browns, which would be the second straight year that their first-round pick will start in a season opener.

Browns Could Revisit Dez Bryant After Week 1

The Cleveland Browns could revisit free-agent Dez Bryant after Week 1 when the vested veteran guarantee expires, according to a league source. If Cleveland were to sign Bryant before the first game, his entire 2018 salary would be guaranteed. General manager John Dorsey, who is known to like Bryant, said "it's a week-to-week thing." The […]

Jakeem Grant Clears Concussion Protocol

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jakeem Grant (head) has cleared the concussion protocol ahead of Week 1 against the Titans. With Devante Parker (finger) already ruled out for the season opener, Grant should have an expanded role alongside Kenny Stills and Albert Wilson. However, he's still probably not a candidate for any starting lineups, and Danny […]

Rishard Matthews Could Have Reps Limited

After missing so much time in training camp and the preseason with a torn meniscus, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews (knee) knows his repetitions early in the year could be limited. “That is the kind of the plan, so wherever they need me,” he said. “The young guys have been doing good, so wherever […]

Jung Ho Kang, Chad Kuhl Working To Play In Games

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang (wrist) and starting pitcher Chad Kuhl (forearm) are hoping to play in competitive games before the end of the season. Kang had surgery to debride cartilage in his left wrist on Aug. 3, and he recently moved to the team's spring training facility in Florida. He is swinging a […]

Austin Seferian-Jenkins Expected To Return To Practice

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (abdomen) is expected to return to practice on Thursday despite dealing with a core muscle injury. Seferian-Jenkins should be fine to play in Week 1 against the Giants, a team that was horrible at defending the tight end position in 2017. That will make ASF a TE1 sleeper in […]

Antonio Gates Optimistic Of Playing In Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates looked like his old self while running routes and catching passes from quarterback Philip Rivers in practice on Wednesday, and the veteran tight end is optimistic he'll be ready for Week 1 against the Chiefs. The 38-year-old wasn't listed on the injury report on Wednesday, which is a […]

MarQueis Gray Put On IR, Gavin Escobar Signs

The Miami Dolphins placed tight end MarQueis Gray (Achilles) on Injured Reserve on Thursday and re-signed tight end Gavin Escobar in a corresponding move. Gray was set to be the team's starting tight end, but he reportedly suffered a serious injury in practice on Wednesday. It's unclear if he'll be able to make it back […]

Blue Jays To Part Ways With John Gibbons After Season

The Toronto Blue Jays and manager John Gibbons are ready to part ways after the season, according to sources. One person familiar with the thinking of both sides said it was "99.9 percent done." Gibbons and general manager Ross Atkins are believed to have spoken multiple times about the plans. The expected plan is for […]

Good News For Zack Wheeler, Kevin Plawecki

CT scans on both New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (chest) and catcher Kevin Plawecki (ribs) were negative. Wheeler was hit in the chest by a line drive during his start against the Dodgers on Wednesday, while Plawecki was drilled in the ribs by a pitch. Wheeler gave up two homers but got the […]

Kyle Schwarber Day-To-Day

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) left the game early on Wednesday with a back issue after sliding into third base, according to manager Joe Maddon. Schwarber told Maddon about his back and then hit a home run, but he was removed from the game after running around the bases gingerly. Maddon said Schwarber is […]

Michael Wacha To Make Rehab Start Friday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (oblique) will start for Triple-A Memphis on Friday, and he'll be aiming for the 40-45 pitch range. Wacha was great for his owners before his injury, going 8-2 with a 3.20 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 71 strikeouts in 84 1/3 innings over 15 starts, but he's been out […]

Le'Veon Bell A Trade Candidate?

The Pittsburgh Steelers locker room is in disarray right now with running back Le'Veon Bell's holdout looking likely to bleed into the regular season. Many Steelers players are expressing disdain toward Bell at this point, and the situation may be irreparable. Yahoo's Brad Evans suggests that the only solution may be to trade Bell. It […]

Zack Wheeler, Kevin Plawecki Undergo X-Rays, CT Scan

New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (chest) and catcher Kevin Plawecki (ribs) both underwent CT scans after their win over the Dodgers on Wednesday. X-rays on Wheeler came back negative. Wheeler was hit by a comebacker in the chest, while Plawecki was drilled by a pitch in his ribs. Wheeler was sharp in the […]

Yadier Molina Injured Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (hamstring) was pulled from the game early with a tight left hamstring on Wednesday. Molina had a single and a strikeout before departing after he was caught stealing. The future Hall of Famer is batting .273 with 17 home runs, 61 RBI and four steals. It would be a […]