Kyle Lauletta Closing Gap On Davis Webb For Backup Role

New York Giants rookie quarterback Kyle Lauletta is closing the gap on Davis Webb for the backup job after Webb had his worst performance as a professional in the preseason game against the Browns last Thursday. Lauletta has impressed with the poise he's showed in the pocket. Both backups worked with the first-team offense on […]

Christian Hackenberg A Long Shot To Make Team

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Christian Hackenberg is a long shot to make the 53-man roster. The best-case scenario is that he spends the year on the practice squad and competes for a backup role in 2019. The former second-round pick of the Jets has been a bust in the NFL and hasn't even taken a snap […]

Kamar Aiken, Markus Wheaton, Shelton Gibson On The Bubble

Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers Kamar Aiken, Markus Wheaton and Shelton Gibson are all on the roster bubble in training camp. Aiken has been seeing first-team repetitions and started in the preseason opener. He's been doing a good job of getting open, as his 26 targets are the fourth most on the team. However, he's only […]

Wendell Smallwood Has Helped His Chances

Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood has really helped his roster standing in training camp. He has not missed a practice but also leads the team in catches among the running backs. His 26 carries are second to Jay Ajayi. Head coach Doug Pederson also mentioned that Smallwood is a key special teams player. His […]

Tyler Eifert Will Be Babied

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis doesn't expect tight end Tyler Eifert to be on the field for too many snaps this year. When asked about the challenges of having Eifert on a snap count this year, Lewis said, "Well I hope he never gets 50." Eifert has proven he can be a touchdown beast […]

Quincy Enunwa Returns To Practice

New York Jets wide receiver Quincy Enunwa (thumb) was in pads over the weekend. A neck injury sidelined Enunwa for all of last season, but he was the team's top receiver in 2016 and could return to a prominent role alongside Robby Anderson if he can stay healthy in 2018. Don't expect him to match […]

Corey Grant Growing Into Bigger Role

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Corey Grant has been featured so far in the preseason and his speed has impressed since he arrived as an undrafted free agent in 2015. Grant had 122 yards in the Week 17 finale in 2016. His role has expanded on special teams, and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett is likely to […]

Dede Westbrook May Earn Starting Role

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook might be playing his way into a starting role going into his second season. Westbrook finished the year off strong in his rookie season but came into training camp having to battle for significant playing time in a loaded receiver room. A day has rarely gone by in camp […]

Cameron Meredith Dealing With Ailment

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith is dealing with an undisclosed injury that doesn't appear to be related to his surgically-repaired knee. The good news is that it's not related to the knee injury that kept him out all of last season. The bad news is he's sidelined in training camp and losing valuable […]

Derek Carr In Command Of Offense

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr looks to be in real command of new head coach John Gruden's offense in training camp. He has been vocal before the snap and at the line of scrimmage and is directing traffic to a degree that he hasn't before. It all sounds great, but we want to see this […]

Michael Fulmer Successful In First Rehab Outing

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (oblique) threw two perfect innings and struck out four in his first rehab start for Single-A Lakeland on Monday. It's a good start for the first of likely a handful of rehab outings for Fulmer as he tries to return from an oblique injury. He could be back by […]

Angels Call Up Taylor Ward

The Los Angeles Angels called up third baseman Taylor Ward from Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday. Infielder Jose Fernandez was optioned to Salt Lake and outfielder Chris Young was moved to the 60-day disabled list in corresponding moves. Ward is the team's No. 8 prospect and was hitting a combined .349 with 14 home runs, […]

Brian McCann To Start Rehab Assignment Thursday

Houston Astros catcher Brian McCann (knee) will start his rehab assignment with Triple-A Fresno on Thursday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. McCann has been out since June 30 but has hit only .206 with five home runs and 17 RBI in 2018, making him really only usable in two-catcher or NL-only leagues. Martin Maldonado and […]

CC Sabathia Has Knee Drained

New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia (knee) received an injection in his knee and had the knee drained on Monday after landing on the disabled list. “I feel good. The swelling is out,” Sabathia said. “It’s probably only going to be one start. ... I’m just trying to listen to my body and listen […]

Alex Wood Activated From DL, Starting Tuesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated starting pitcher Alex Wood (hip, groin) from the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday, and he's starting against the Giants. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers placed relief pitcher John Axford (leg) on the disabled list with a fractured right fibula. The left-hander missed just one turn in the rotation and […]

Gary Sanchez Could Start Rehab Assignment Next Week

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) did a catching workout and hit in the cages on Monday, and the Yankees are aiming to have him play in the Gulf Coast League in games next week. Sanchez hasn't been feeling any pain, but he also has yet to run at full speed or hit on […]

Koda Glover Taking Over As Closer

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said relief pitcher Koda Glover will be the official closer with Ryan Madson (back) landing on the disabled list. However, Glover is unlikely to be available on Tuesday after pitching back-to-back days. Justin Miller would likely fill in Tuesday if a save situation arises. Glover has only tossed 1 2/3 […]

George Springer On Track To Return Friday

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (thumb) took batting practice, ran the bases and threw to the bases on Tuesday. All signs are pointing toward him coming off the disabled list when he's eligible on Friday. That's the best news fantasy owners could ask for. Springer hasn't been quite as good as last year, but he's […]

Jose Altuve Progressing In Rehab

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (knee) ran on a treadmill on Monday and might try to hit in the cages Tuesday or Wednesday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Altuve is making progress, but there remains no timetable for him to return. The star second baseman has been out since late July and was hitting […]

Antonio Senzatela Throws Live Batting Practice

Colorado Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) threw live batting practice on Tuesday and said he felt in tip-top shape. He can return from the disabled list on Wednesday. The right-hander has been a swingman for the Rockies this year, making 15 appearances (five starts) and pitching to a 4.56 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 37 strikeouts […]

Sean Doolittle Throws Off Mound

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (foot) threw off a mound Tuesday and is testing some mechanical adjustments that will allow him to pitch the rest of the year without further damaging his foot. That's not the most encouraging update. The Nationals desperately need their closer back with Kelvin Herrera and Ryan Madson also landing on […]

Ryan Madson Goes On DL

The Washington Nationals placed relief pitcher Ryan Madson (back) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday. In corresponding moves, relief pitchers Trevor Gott and Tim Collins were called up. Sammy Solis was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse and Erick Fedde (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day DL. The Nats bullpen is now officially a mess with […]

Matt Bryant To Test Injury Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons place kicker Matt Bryant will test an undisclosed injury on Wednesday before the team decides if he will be available for the second preseason game against the Chiefs on Friday. There's no reason for the 43-year-old to push it in the preseason. Despite his age, he has remained one of the more consistent […]

Rico Gathers Remains Fourth On Depth Chart

Dallas Cowboys tight end Rico Gathers remains fourth on the tight end depth chart behind Geoff Swaim, Blake Jarwin and rookie Dalton Schultz despite making a highlight-reel, one-handed catch in practice on Sunday. The 6-foot-8, 280-pounder missed all of last year recovering from a concussion in training camp. He'll need to improve his blocking and […]

Akrum Wadley Challenging For No. 3 Job

Tennessee Titans rookie running back Akrum Wadley has been challenging David Fluellen for the No. 3 running back job in training camp. The rookie has shown good hands, good footwork and good speed. The undrafted free agent led the team in carries (nine) and rushing yards (27) in last week's preseason game against the Packers. […]

Kalen Ballage, MarQuies Gray Unlikely To Play Friday

Miami Dolphins rookie running back Kalen Ballage (head) and tight end MarQueis Gray (head) are both in the concussion protocol and are not practicing on Tuesday. They are both unlikely to play in the preseason game on Friday. Ballage appears to be in the dog house right now, too, after being kicked out of a […]

Geronimo Allison Establishing Himself As No. 3 Receiver

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison caught a touchdown pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers in red-zone drills on Monday and continues to establish himself as the No. 3 receiver behind Davante Adams and Randall Cobb. Allison has always been in the right place in practice, and his combination of size (6-foot-3) and sure hands […]

Ian Kinsler Could Return As Early As Wednesday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Ian Kinsler (hamstring) will take live batting practice off starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ankle) on Wednesday and could be activated from the disabled list either Wednesday or Friday. Kinsler had played in only three games with his new team before going down. He should return to an everyday role at […]

Carson Wentz Needs 11-On-11 Work Before Being Cleared

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) will likely need a week of 11-on-11 drills before he'll be cleared to play in Week 1. Wentz opened training camp doing 11-on-11 work but has been backed off since as the team plays it cautious with him. As long as Wentz doesn't suffer […]

Trevor Bauer Lands On DL

The Cleveland Indians placed starting pitcher Trevor Bauer (leg) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday with a "small stress fracture" in his right fibula, according to manager Terry Francona. Reliever Tyler Olson was called up from Triple-A Columbus in a corresponding move. Adam Plutko will replace Bauer in the rotation and start against the […]