Trevor Siemian The Unquestioned Backup

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said that quarterback Trevor Siemian is the unquestioned No. 2 behind starter Kirk Cousins. Kyle Sloter, the third-stringer, has had a strong preseason with a passer rating of 111.4 to Siemian's 82.3. However, Sloter has never played in a regular season NFL game, while Siemian has 24 career starts. […]

Everson Griffen Goes Through Full Practice

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (leg) went through a full practice on Sunday for the first time in two and a half weeks. He sat out the last two preseason games and is unlikely to play in the preseason finale on Thursday. Griffen should be ready to go by the time Week 1 rolls […]

Laquon Treadwell Emerging As Third Receiver

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, who caught three passes for 44 yards in the win over the Seahawks on Friday in the preseason, is improving and has emerged as the team's No. 3 receiver behind Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen. It's nice to hear for the third-year pro, but it's hard to invest much […]

Falcons Sign Giorgio Tavecchio

The Atlanta Falcons announced that they have signed free-agent place kicker Giorgio Tavecchio on Monday. Tavecchio was recently released from the Raiders after he made 16 of his 21 field goal attempts in 2017. Tavecchio is merely insurance for the veteran Matt Bryant. He holds no fantasy value unless Bryant is injured and won't be […]

Michael Roberts Could Be Odd Man Out

Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts is currently the odd man out on the tight end depth chart, according to MLive's Kyle Meinke. There's no reason for the Lions to keep four tight ends on the roster, with Luke Willson, Levine Toilolo and Hakeem Valles ahead of Roberts. Valles has produced the most this preseason […]

Jaguars Comfortable With Receiving Depth

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone said the team is "comfortable" with who they have on roster after the season-ending injury to wide receiver Marqise Lee (knee), meaning the team is unlikely to consider free-agent receiver Dez Bryant. With Lee now out for all of 2018, Keelan Cole, Dede Westbrook and Donte Moncrief will likely […]

Robby Anderson's Case Still Under Review

New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson's case remains under review by the NFL. Although unlikely at this point, Anderson could still face a suspension from the league despite clearing up his misdemeanor reckless driving charge earlier this summer. Anderson was the team's leading receiver in 2017 and could fit the bill again this year […]

Evan Engram Not Practicing Monday

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (head) will not practice on Monday, but he's wearing a helmet and playing catch. The Giants appear to be playing it cautious with Engram. Assuming he doesn't have any setbacks, he should be ready for Week 1. The second-year tight end had an excellent rookie season and should […]

DeVante Parker Not Catching Passes

Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase said that wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) still cannot catch passes and doesn't know if the receiver will be able to play in Week 1 against the Titans. With just two weeks from the regular season opener, it's looking doubtful that Parker will be ready to contribute. The 25-year-old […]

K.J. Wright Receives Treatment On Knee

Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright (knee) is receiving "medical treatment" on his knee this week. The exact nature of the injury hasn't been confirmed, but Wright may be undergoing a Regenokine "blood-spinning" procedure. He would be expected to be back for the regular season opener against the Broncos on Sept. 9. Wright had a similar […]

Phillies Claim Jose Bautista On Waivers

The Philadelphia Phillies have claimed New York Mets outfielder Jose Bautista on revocable trade waivers, according to sources. The two teams are discussing a trade, but it would need to be finalized by Tuesday. The veteran outfielder slumped badly at the start of August but has a .738 OPS in has last 14 games. Overall […]

Giants, Odell Beckham Jr. Closing In On Five-Year Extension

The New York Giants and star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. are closing in on a five-year contract extension that could be finalized Monday afternoon. The deal will average $18 million per year ($90 million total) with another $5 million in escalators. The full guarantee will be for $41 million with an injury guarantee of […]

Ryan Rua Beginning Rehab Assignment Monday

Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua (back) will report to Double-A Frisco on Monday to begin his rehab assignment, and he's expected to play five innings in the outfield. Rua hasn't played for Texas since July 26 and is batting just .194/.223/.371 with six homers and 12 RBI on the season. He'll just be outfield depth […]

Max Fried Activated From DL, Optioned To Minors

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (groin) was activated from the 10-day disabled list on Monday and was then optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett. Fried has been good for the Braves this year, going 1-4 with a 3.14 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 36 strikeouts in 28 2/3 innings over 10 appearances (five starts). He'll be an […]

David Wright In Wait-And-See Mode

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (shoulder) remains in wait-and-see mode on his rehab assignment as the team tries to determine if he can actually help the team down the stretch. His rehab assignment expires in four days and rosters expand on Sept. 1. He has gone 6-for-32 in 10 games with Single-A St. […]

Aaron Judge Still In Holding Pattern

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) remains in a holding pattern a month after being hit by a pitch. Manager Aaron Boone said Judge hasn't been able to swing a bat. "Same stuff. Again, just waiting for that pain to get out," Boone said. "Once that fracture is healed, let him go." Judge remains […]

Yankees Optimistic Didi Gregorius, Gary Sanchez Will Return Soon

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone is optimistic that shortstop Didi Gregorius (heel) and catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) will return in time for the team's West Coast road trip that starts on Sept. 3 in Oakland. Sanchez was 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored on Sunday for the Gulf Coast Yankees in his […]

Olivier Vernon Avoids Major Injury

New York Giants linebacker Olivier Vernon (ankle) suffered a sprained ankle in practice on Sunday, according to a source informed of the player's condition. He's also dealing with a deep bone bruise high on his ankle that clouds his timetable for a return. Head coach Pat Shurmur said Vernon is day-to-day on Monday. The 27-year-old […]

D.J. Foster Has Torn ACL

Arizona Cardinals running back D.J. Foster (knee) was carted off the field during the preseason game against the Cowboys on Sunday and suffered a torn ACL, according to a source. That will end Foster's season. He wasn't on the fantasy radar after 13 carries for 43 yards and no touchdowns in 10 games with the […]

Eric Decker Announces Retirement

New England Patriots wide receiver Eric Decker announced his retirement on Instagram on Sunday. Decker was signed by the Patriots during training camp but failed to produce and saw the writing on the wall before final cuts. The veteran caught just two of seven targets for 12 yards in the last two preseason contests against […]

Marqise Lee Out For The Season

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marqise Lee (knee) will miss the entire 2018 season after suffering a serious knee injury in the third preseason game over the weekend. He will undergo season-ending surgery and will be placed on Injured Reserve, according to head coach Doug Marrone. A source said that Lee suffered ligament damage in his […]

Zack Martin's MRI Yields Good Results

Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Zack Martin's (knee) MRI results showed no significant injury to his left knee, according to a source. Martin could be ready for the season opener on Sept. 9 against the Panthers. Martin hasn't missed a single game in his four years and is a Pro Bowl offensive […]

Josh James Could Make Spot Start This Year

Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said that pitching prospect Josh James could make a spot start this season. He will be placed on the 40-man roster eventually in order to protect him from the Rule 5 draft. James has gotten up to 100 mph with his fastball this year and is ranked as the […]

Jose Altuve Could Be Back Tuesday

Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow said "it is not out of the realm of possibility" that second baseman Jose Altuve (knee) comes off the disabled list on Tuesday to face the Mariners. The Astros could really use their best player back as they battle with the A's for first place in the division. Altuve […]

Ben Garland Likely Out This Week

Atlanta Falcons offensive guard Ben Garland has an undisclosed strain and is likely to be out this week. It doesn't sound like this is a significant injury, so Garland should be fine heading into the regular season opener. He's been one of the more successful offensive guards in the NFL.

Zack Martin Has Hyperextended Knee

Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl right guard Zack Martin (knee) suffered a hyperextended left knee in the preseason game on Saturday and will undergo an MRI exam on Sunday, according to a source. Head coach Jason Garrett said the team's medical staff was "somewhat optimistic based on the initial observation." Martin has not missed a game […]

Nick Perry To Be Activated Off PUP

The Green Bay Packers expect linebacker Nick Perry (ankle) to be activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list on Sunday. He has been out since arriving to training camp after having offseason surgery. Perry might struggle to be at full strength for Week 1, but he'll be a regular contributor on defense in 2018 […]

Ameer Abdullah Has Improved Ball Security

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia said running back Ameer Abdullah has made strides in his ball security despite fumbling twice on Friday in the preseason game. Abdullah fumbled a handoff on the second offensive play and muffed a kickoff later in the first half, but the team recovered both fumbles. In 2015, Abdullah lost […]

Didi Gregorius Injures Heel

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (heel) left the game early on Sunday with a bruised left heel and will go to the hospital for more tests. Gregorius had a single, run scored and RBI in his lone plate appearance Sunday. He's been great for fantasy owners in all leagues this year, hitting .270 with […]

Touki Toussaint Likely To Rejoin Rotation This Week

Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Touki Toussaint is expected to rejoin the rotation and start Thursday or Friday against the Marlins. The high-upside arm was great in his major league debut against the same Marlins on Aug. 13, allowing just one run while walking two and fanning four in six innings for a win. He has […]