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 […]

Jose Abreu Hopes To Return This Week

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (abdomen), who had surgery to fix a testicular torsion problem, said he feels good and is hoping to play by the end of the week. That's good news for his fantasy owners. Despite playing on a bad White Sox team, Abreu is hitting .272/.331/.491 with 22 home runs […]

Dansby Swanson Hit In Head By Pitch

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (head) left the game early on Tuesday after he was hit in the left side of his helmet by a pitch. He was hitless in his only plate appearance before leaving. Dansby will be taken for concussion tests, so stay tuned for more information on his injury. Infielders Charlie Culberson, […]

Zack Martin Feels Great

Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Zack Martin (knee), who suffered a hyperextended left knee in the preseason game on Aug. 18, said he feels great heading into Week 1. Unless he suffers a setback in practice, Martin looks like he'll be ready to play in the season opener. That's great news for running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Geoff Swaim Listed Atop The Depth Chart

Dallas Cowboys tight end Geoff Swaim is listed atop the team's tight end depth chart heading into Week 1, with Blake Jarwin, Rico Gathers and rookie Dalton Schultz following him. Swaim is more of a blocking tight end, so he can be ignored in fantasy. Jarwin and Gathers have the most potential as pass catchers, […]

Rex Burkhead, Sony Michel Question Marks For Week 1

New England Patriots running backs Rex Burkhead (knee) and rookie Sony Michel (knee) are both question marks for Week 1. However, Burkhead took the field for practice on Tuesday for the third straight week, which is a sign he will be ready after overcoming a slight tear in his knee. Running back Ivan Fears thinks […]

Orioles Call Up Luis Ortiz

The Baltimore Orioles have called up starting pitcher Luis Ortiz, who went 2-1 with a 3.66 ERA in six starts for Triple-A Norfolk after being the centerpiece in the deal that sent second baseman Jonathan Schoop to Milwaukee. It remains to be seen if Ortiz will make any starts at the big league level in […]

Eduardo Nunez's Playing Time Won't Be Cut Back Much

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers is expected to start at third base on Wednesday, but manager Alex Cora doesn't seem to have plans to cut back on infielder Eduardo Nunez's playing time very much. Devers just got back from the disabled list on Tuesday, but Nunez has been filling in nicely at third […]

Dustin Pedroia To Be Examined Friday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) is set to be examined in Boston on Friday. Manager Alex Cora said Pedroia has been sending him videos showing that the infielder is doing agility drills, fielding and hitting. It's highly unlikely that Pedroia plays again this year, especially with the Red Sox set with Ian […]