Jeff Driskel Leading Backup Competition

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jeff Driskel appears to be the leader to become Andy Dalton's backup in 2018. That makes Matt Barkley a cut candidate this weekend. Barkley last played with the Bears in 2016 but was a disaster in seven games and was benched. The 27-year-old could latch on with another team if he's cut.

Cardale Jones Has Lost Backup Battle

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Cardale Jones has lost his backup battle with Geno Smith and is now in danger of being cut when rosters are trimmed to 53 players this Saturday. The former Buffalo Bill played in one game in 2016 and completed six of his 11 attempts with an interception. That's the extent of […]

Jeff Janis In Danger Of Being Cut

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jeff Janis is a cut candidate with rosters being trimmed down this weekend. Janis stood out in the playoffs with the Packers but has just 17 catches for 200 yards and one touchdown in the regular season in his four years in the NFL.

Brock Osweiler A Cut Candidate

Miami Dolphins quarterback Brock Osweiler is a slight underdog to David Fales for the backup role. He's a candidate to be cut when rosters are trimmed to 53 players on Saturday. Osweiler has flamed out in Houston, Cleveland and now possibly Miami. His career is running on fumes at this point.

Torrey Smith Having Rough Preseason

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith has had a rough preseason, but wide receivers coach Lance Taylor said the eight-year veteran has practiced very well. Smith caught his only target for 12 yards in the last preseason game. The Panthers are unlikely to cut him after trading for him in the offseason, but he can […]

Braxton Miller Expected To Make Team

Houston Texans wide receiver Braxton Miller, who is a converted quarterback, has been a favorite of head coach Bill O'Brien and is expected to make the final roster cut, especially with rookie Keke Coutee injured. Miller has struggled as a slot receiver, mainly due to injuries, but he should make the team. He's behind DeAndre […]

Corey Coleman Unlikely To Be Cut

There has been speculation that Buffalo Bills wide receiver Corey Coleman, who was acquired from the Browns for a 2020 seventh-round pick, might not make the 53-man roster. However, the Bills are desperate for receiver depth and are unlikely to bail on Coleman when they have few alternatives. Coleman's stock was on the decline well […]

Braves Claim Rene Rivera Off Waivers

The Atlanta Braves claimed catcher Rene Rivera off waivers from the Angels on Wednesday. Rivera will be the third catcher behind Kurt Suzuki and Tyler Flowers, so he won't see much, if any, playing time for the Braves. The 35-year-old hit .244 with four home runs and 11 RBI in 30 games with the Halos […]

James Paxton To Start Saturday

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais said starting pitcher James Paxton (forearm) will start on Saturday in Oakland against the A's, while Felix Hernandez will take his turn on Sunday. The Mariners will be happy to get their ace back in a pivotal four-game series. Paxton only wound up missing two starts after getting drilled by […]

Charlie Morton Going On DL

Houston Astros starting pitcher Charlie Morton (shoulder) is being placed on the disabled list on Wednesday with right shoulder discomfort. However, the Astros only expect Morton to miss one start. The right-hander has allowed nine earned runs over 9 2/3 innings in his last two starts against the Mariners and A's, but otherwise he's been […]

Saints Signing Tanner McEvoy

The New Orleans Saints are signing free-agent wide receiver Tanner McEvoy on Wednesday after he was released by the Seahawks, according to a source. McEvoy is no lock to make the roster with the Saints already having a crowded receiver room. The 6-foot-6, 230-pounder does have special teams abilities, though, so that might be his […]

Saints Trying To Find Right Position For Marcus Davenport

The New Orleans Saints are still searching for the right spot to put first-rounder Marcus Davenport. The defensive end missed three weeks of training camp with a groin injury, which has caused him to be behind as the regular season approaches. Still, Davenport showed his playmaking ability in just 15 snaps in the third preseason […]

Trent Brown Secures Left Tackle Job In New England

New England Patriots offensive tackle Trent Brown has quietly secured the team's left tackle job to protect quarterback Tom Brady in 2018. Brown was acquired from the 49ers in a mid-draft trade. The job was clinched for Brown when first-round rookie Isaiah Wynn tore his Achilles on Aug. 16. Brown, a former seventh-round pick, started […]

Mychal Kendricks Admits To Insider Trading

Cleveland Browns linebacker Mychal Kendricks has been indicted on insider-trading charges on Wednesday. Kendricks allegedly received non-public information about corporate mergers in 2014 from television writer/producer Damilare Sonoiki, who was an employee at Goldman Sachs at the time. Kendricks then used that information to invest in the companies that were about to be acquired and […]

Packers Plan To Keep DeShone Kizer, Tim Boyle

After the trade of quarterback Brett Hundley to the Seahawks, the Green Bay Packers plan on keeping both Deshone Kizer and Tim Boyle as backups to Aaron Rodgers on the 53-man roster, according to a source. Kizer struggled mightily in his rookie year and was thrown into the fire before he was ready on an […]

Adam Gase Wants Kenyan Drake To Be Bell-Cow Back

Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase believes in running back Kenyan Drake and wants to keep him heavily involved in the offense on a week-to-week basis. “You’d love to get in that 70-75 plays per game [range] as a unit. If that happens, then you’re looking at hopefully anywhere from 15-20 carries and 6-8 targets," […]

Tyler Lockett Receives Three-Year Extension

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett agreed to a three-year deal with a base value of $31.8 million on Wednesday, according to a source. The maximum value of the deal comes out to $37.8 million, with $20 million guaranteed. Lockett is the No. 2 receiver across from Doug Baldwin in Seattle. There will be a […]

Steven Duggar Avoids Major Shoulder Injury

San Francisco Giants outfielder Steven Duggar's shoulder popped out of socket briefly in the game on Tuesday, but he thinks he's OK. Duggar stayed in the game on Tuesday, but he will get the day off on Wednesday. It appears he may be able to return to the lineup after a one-day rest. The 24-year-old […]

Robert Gsellman May Be Unavailable Wednesday

New York Mets relief pitcher Robert Gsellman (illness) is back at Wrigley Field on Wednesday but may still be unavailable to pitch due to strep throat that left him sidelined on Tuesday as well. "He's going to be a little weak," manager Mickey Callaway said. "Hasn't eaten in a couple days." Don't expect Gsellman to […]

Josh Donaldson To Be Put On Waivers

The Toronto Blue Jays plan to put third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf) on revocable waivers on Wednesday, even though his trade value is a fraction of what it was earlier this year because of his injury. The Jays have no motivation to keep him around, and teams must complete deals by Friday to ensure a […]

David Wright Has Hit In First Triple-A Game

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (shoulder) went 1-for-4 with a single in his first rehab game with Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday, and he played all nine innings at third base. It was his second full game in the last five days. The fact that Wright remains healthy is the biggest takeaway. He […]

Jedd Gyorko Suffers Groin Strain Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Jedd Gyorko (groin) left the game early on Tuesday with a mild left groin strain, according to manager Mike Shildt. Gyorko had a double and a walk in four plate appearances before departing. He sits at a .267/.348/.436 slash line with 11 home runs, 41 runs scored and 43 RBI […]

Addison Russell Resumes Baseball Activities

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger, shoulder), who is dealing with a left middle finger sprain and right shoulder inflammation, played catch on Tuesday. It was his first day of baseball activities since he was shut down on Aug. 20. He said his shoulder is healing faster than his hand, which he has been dealing […]

Brandon Morrow Won't Immediately Return To Closer Role

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps), who is hoping to throw off a mound soon, won't be immediately inserted back into the closer's role when he comes off the disabled list, according to manager Joe Maddon. Because the minor league seasons are ending soon, Morrow also won't be able to go on a rehab assignment. […]

Kris Bryant Has Hit In Rehab Game

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) went 1-for-2 with two walks and a run scored in a rehab game with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. Bryant is finally nearing a return to the team and could come off the disabled list when rosters expand this weekend. While he's been a disappointment to fantasy owners with […]

Tim Anderson Day-To-Day

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) left the game early on Tuesday with a bruised left ankle and is being listed as day-to-day. Anderson was hitless in four plate appearances with two strikeouts in the game before departing. He could miss a game or two but doesn't appear to be in danger of landing […]

Marco Gonzales Hopes To Throw In A Few Days

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales (neck), who was placed on the disabled list with a cervical neck strain on Monday, hopes to resume throwing in a few days. The left-hander said he isn't in any pain, but that it's been tough to sleep. He's hoping he has to miss minimal time on the DL. […]

Michael Wacha Leaves Rehab Start Early

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (oblique) left his rehab start early on Tuesday with Double-A Springfield due to fatigue. He will be re-evaluated on Wednesday after allowing five runs in just 2 1/3 innings pitched (52 pitches). While it could be a plus that Wacha didn't exactly suffer a setback with his oblique […]

Padres Shut Chris Paddack Down

The San Diego Padres have decided to shut down pitching prospect Chris Paddack for the year in his first season back from Tommy John surgery. The team's No. 5 prospect struck out 120 batters in 90 innings between Single-A and Double-A, and he also held left-handed hitters to a .148/.193/.227 line. Paddack will likely start […]

Not Much Trade Interest In Andrew McCutchen

San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen, who has passed through revocable trade waivers, hasn't generated much trade interest as the deadline approaches. One American League team had some interest early, but it has been quiet in recent days. McCutchen is hitting just .254 and has 15 home runs, 54 RBI and 13 steals in 128 […]