Sam Darnold Has Fair Shot To Win Starting QB Job

New York Jets rookie quarterback Sam Darnold "has a very fair shot" of winning the starting quarterback job going into Week 1, according to sources. Darnold must continue to improve, though, and his preseason performance will be critical. The Jets have liked what they've seen so far, but Darnold is still just 21 years old […]

Blake Bortles Finally Pain-Free

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (wrist) said he is finally pain-free for the first time since 2016. As a result, he's had the best offseason and training camp so far of his career. Bortles had three cortisone injections last year but played through the injury into the playoffs. He underwent surgery on Jan. 26 to […]

Chad Bettis To Start Tuesday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chad Bettis (finger) will come off the disabled list and make the start on Tuesday against the Pirates at Coors Field. Bettis should be avoided like the plague in this start. Not only is he making his first start off the DL, but the Pirates have been hot and Bettis has […]

Kenyan Drake, Frank Gore Listed Atop Depth Chart

The Miami Dolphins list running back Kenyan Drake or Frank Gore as their starting running backs on their first unofficial depth chart, but head coach Adam Gase said it doesn't mean anything. “I wouldn’t look too much into this depth chart," Gase said. Drake is fully expected to see the lion's share of the touches […]

Ricardo Allen Signs Three-Year Extension

The Atlanta Falcons agreed on a three-year, $19.5 million extension with free safety Ricardo Allen on Monday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Allen was drafted in the fifth round of the 2014 draft and has played in all but two games the last three years. He is a reliable presence in the secondary for […]

A.Q. Shipley Out For The Year

Arizona Cardinals starting center A.Q. Shipley (knee) tore the ACL in his left knee on Saturday and is out for the season, according to head coach Steve Wilks. It's a big blow to an improved Arizona offensive line. Rookie Mason Cole may now be in line to start immediately in Week 1.

Odell Beckham Jr. Could Become Highest Paid Receiver

New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and his agent, Zeke Sandhu, were engaged in "good-faith negotiations" with the Giants over the weekend, and Beckham could land a deal that makes him the highest paid wide receiver in the NFL, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The two sides haven't agreed yet, but they […]

Malcolm Mitchell Being Released

The New England Patriots will release wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell (knee) on Monday, according to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. Mitchell had a procedure on his knee last month, but there was hope over the weekend that he could return after being seen at practice in pads. He had 32 catches for 401 yards and […]

Michael Pineda Looks Good In Rehab Outing

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (elbow) touched 94 mph with his fastball in his rehab outing on Monday and sat in the 91-93 mph range in the Gulf Coast League. Pineda last pitched for the Yankees in 2017 before undergoing Tommy John surgery. He has strikeout upside, but he must first prove to fantasy […]

Yu Darvish To Throw Sim Game Wednesday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (elbow) will throw a simulated game on Wednesday. Darvish is inching closer to being able to go on a rehab assignment. He's been a bust for fantasy owners and the Cubs in his first year in Chicago, going 1-3 with a 4.95 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 49 strikeouts in […]

Tyson Ross To Pitch Out Of Bullpen

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Tyson Ross, who was claimed off waivers on Sunday from the Padres, is expected to join the active roster on Tuesday, but he will initially pitch out of the bullpen. His last relief appearance came back in 2013. Ross was having a pretty decent season with the Friars, going 6-9 with […]

Carlos Martinez To Play Catch Monday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (shoulder) is set to play catch on Monday. Martinez made his last start on July 30 before going back on the disabled list with shoulder issues. If he can move past the shoulder problems, he should once again be an asset to fantasy owners in all leagues down […]

Michael Wacha To Begin Throwing This Week

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (oblique) will begin a light throwing session sometime this week. Wacha will be brought along slowly with a tricky oblique injury, and he hasn't pitched since June 20 against the Phillies. He should be stashed in most formats, though, as he had a nice 3.20 ERA, 1.23 WHIP […]

Sandy Alcantara Returns From DL, Optioned To Minors

The Miami Marlins activated starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (arm) from the disabled list and optioned him to Triple-A New Orleans on Monday. Alcantara gave up one run in five innings in his first major league start this year, but he also walked five in that outing. On the farm this year he's 5-3 with a […]

Jacob Turner To Enter Rotation

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jacob Turner will replace Mike Fiers, who was traded to the A's on Monday, in the starting rotation. Turner will be making his first start for the team since 2012. In 80 innings at Triple-A this year, Turner has gone 3-4 with a 4.50 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and weak 6.5 K/9. […]

Tyler O'Neill Expected Back In 10 Days

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (groin) is not dealing with a baseball injury, but they are being vague about it because of the sensitive nature of his ailment. O'Neill underwent treatment on Monday and is expected to return in 10 days. Adolis Garcia was called up from the minors and should see a lot […]

Joe Mauer, Logan Morrison Pass Through Waivers

Minnesota Twins first basemen Joe Mauer and Logan Morrison have both passed through revocable waivers, according to a person with direct knowledge. The Twins can now discuss a trade with other teams until Aug. 31. Mauer has a full no-trade clause and is still due $6.92 million through the rest of the year. He's hitting […]

Hunter Strickland Throws In Arizona League

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Hunter Strickland (hand) tossed an inning for the team's rookie level Arizona team on Sunday, but he must wait two more weeks before he can be activated from the 60-day disabled list. Strickland was solid before his injury, posting a 2.84 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, 8.2 K/9 and 13 saves. However, […]

Dylan Cease Crushing It In Minors

Chicago White Sox pitching prospect Dylan Cease has been crushing it in the minors. Cease was acquired from the Cubs in the Jose Quintana trade. He tossed six scoreless innings for Double-A Birmingham on Saturday night and struck out nine. He is now 2-0 with a 1.00 ERA in his last six starts. Cease is […]

Eloy Jimenez Close To Being Called Up

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Eloy Jimenez is "really close" to being promoted to the major leagues, according to player development director Chris Getz. “He has done nothing but perform,” Getz said. “This guy’s been able to drive the ball to all fields. He’s been able to set up pitchers. ... He’s got a pretty […]

Kris Bryant Unsure When He'll Resume Swinging

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) said on Sunday that he doesn't know when he'll be able to swing a bat. However, Bryant said there are no long-term concerns with his shoulder inflammation. The slugger's shoulder injury has put a real damper on his season so far, and he's batting .276 but has only […]

Giancarlo Stanton Dealing With Hamstring Issue

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (hamstring) is dealing with tightness in his left hamstring and had it wrapped with ice after games Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Yankees likely want to be cautions with Stanton while Aaron Judge and catcher Gary Sanchez are sidelined. It's the reason why Stanton served as the designated in […]

Rays Place Daniel Robertson On DL

The Tampa Bay Rays placed infielder Daniel Robertson (thumb) on the 10-day disabled list on Saturday with a left thumb sprain. In a corresponding move, infielder Brandon Lowe was recalled from Triple-A Durham. Robertson is mostly useful for his position versatility in AL-only leagues. He was hitting .262 with nine home runs and 34 RBI […]

Vance McDonald Listed As Starter

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald is listed as the starting tight end on the team's first official depth chart of 2018. McDonald has sleeper potential as a TE2 in this offense, but consider the fact that he's never played a full season in the NFL in his five years. The 28-year-old had 14 catches […]

Yu Darvish Throws Bullpen Saturday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (back, elbow) threw a 55-pitch bullpen session on Saturday and felt good. He said his arm issue turned into a back issue two weeks ago, but that everything is OK now. It appears that Darvish is getting close to going on a rehab assignment, where he'll need a handful […]

Jefry Rodriguez Slated To Start Game 2 Saturday

Washington Nationals pitcher Jefry Rodriguez is tentatively scheduled to start the second game of a doubleheader against the Braves on Saturday. The right-hander has posted a 6.86 ERA, 1.68 WHIP and 17 strikeouts in 19 2/3 innings over five outings (three starts) at the big league level this year. He's not a recommended streamer against […]

Owner Predicts Big Things For Marlon Mack

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay thinks running back Marlon Mack will have a big year in 2018. “I think Mack has a chance to be a special guy this year,” Irsay said. “Depends on how many times you want to feed him the ball,16-20 touches on the ground (a game) and I could see him […]

Malcolm Mitchell Returns To Practice

New England Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell (knee) was seen at practice on Saturday and is in pads. The Patriots could really use Mitchell healthy with Julian Edelman suspended to start the year and Jordan Matthews (hamstring) on Injured Reserve. He had a promising rookie season in 2016, but he was sidelined all last year […]

Marshal Yanda Activated From PUP

Baltimore Ravens offensive guard Marshal Yanda (ankle, shoulder) passed his physical on Saturday and was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list, although he isn't practicing on Saturday. Yanda fractured his ankle in Week 2 of last year but also had offseason shoulder surgery. He's the team's best offensive guard and should be ready […]

Titans Agree With Kenny Vaccaro

The Tennessee Titans announced on Saturday that they agreed to terms with free-agent safety Kenny Vaccaro. Vaccaro was the best safety still left on the market. The former first-rounder by the Saints has 386 tackles, eight interceptions and 7.5 sacks in his five seasons and will help the secondary after the loss of Johnathan Cyprien […]