Kendrick Bourne Won't Practice or Play This Week

New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne (leg) will not practice this week or play in the preseason finale on Thursday against the New York Giants, according to head coach Mike Vrabel. Bourne had his leg rolled up on during practice back on Aug. 1 and has not practiced or played since. The 30-year-old's spot […]

Romeo Doubs Returns to Practice

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (back) returned to training camp practice on Monday, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. Doubs injured his back in practice last Tuesday but will finally return to the field for the final week of the preseason. The Packers also got quarterback Jordan Love (thumb) back, although it's […]

Taysom Hill, Foster Moreau Not Close to a Return

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore said that tight ends Taysom Hill (knee) and Foster Moreau (knee) are not close to a return to the field. Until one or both of Hill and Moreau are able to return, the Saints will be very thin at the tight end position. Juwan Johnson is the clear […]

Jordan Love Returns to Practice on Monday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (thumb) returned to training camp practice on Monday, according to The Athletic's Matt Schneidman. Love was doing hand-offs and throws, while backup Malik Willis took the first snaps of th day. The 26-year-old will ultimately go down as a limited participant, but it's still good news that he's back […]

Bengals Listening to Trade Offers for Trey Hendrickson

The Cincinnati Bengals are listening to trade offers for four-time Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson with contract talks at an impasse, sources tell Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. There is no deal imminent between the Bengals and Hendrickson, and the reigning sack leader is now available at the right price. FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz […]

Evan Engram Rumbles for 58 Yards on Lone Catch

Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram didn't play long in the team's second preseason game on Saturday night against the Arizona Cardinals, but he still made some noise on his only catch, rumbling down the sideline for a pickup of 58 yards. The impressive chunk play left him as the team's third leading receiver in […]

Troy Franklin Finds the End Zone Twice Against Arizona

Denver Broncos second-year wide receiver Troy Franklin continued to stand out in the team's 27-7 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday in the second week of the preseason. Franklin caught four of his five targets from backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham for 67 yards and two touchdowns. The 22-year-old out of Oregon has received praise […]

Pat Bryant Leads Broncos in Receiving on Saturday

Denver Broncos rookie fifth-round wide receiver Pat Bryant made his mark in the team's second preseason game on Saturday evening against the visiting Arizona Cardinals, catching four of his five targets for a team-high 70 yards. Bryant's four receptions and five targets also tied with Troy Franklin for the team lead on the night, as […]

Alvin Kamara Not Playing on Sunday

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara is not suiting up for the team's second preseason game on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to Erin Summers of ESPN. Kamara was seen doing pre-game workouts with the rest of the team, but it's the second straight preseason game in which he will not play. Rookie […]

Cody Freeman Called Up and Starting for Rangers on Sunday

The Texas Rangers recalled infield/outfield prospect Cody Freeman from Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday, and he will start at third base and bat eighth in the series finale against the hosting Toronto Blue Jays and right-hander Jose Berrios. Freeman will get the nod at the hot corner with Josh Jung taking a day off, but […]

Marcus Semien Back for Rangers on Sunday

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien (wrist) is back at second base and will hit sixth for Sunday's series finale in Toronto against the Blue Jays and right-hander Jose Berrios. Semien was hit by a pitch on his right wrist in Friday's loss and then was held out of Saturday's contest as a result. X-rays […]

Jeremy Pena Returning in Series Finale

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (illness) is feeling good enough to return to the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the visiting Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Dean Kremer. Pena is starting at shortstop and batting leadoff. The 27-year-old was under the weather and did not play in the first two games of the series […]

Blake Perkins Reinstated and Starting on Sunday

The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Sunday that they reinstated outfielder Blake Perkins from the bereavement list and optioned outfielder Steward Berroa to Triple-A Nashville in a corresponding move. Perkins is starting in center field and is batting sixth for Sunday's series finale against the division-rival Cincinnati Reds and left-hander Andrew Abbott. The 28-year-old Perkins missed […]

Marcelo Mayer to Have Season-Ending Wrist Surgery

Boston Red Sox rookie infielder Marcelo Mayer (wrist) will undergo season-ending surgery on his right wrist, according to manager Alex Cora. Mayer was placed on the 10-day injured list on July 25 with a right-wrist sprain and received an anti-inflammatory shot, but it won't prevent him from missing the rest of the year. The 22-year-old […]

RJ Harvey Finds the End Zone for the First Time in his Career

Denver Broncos rookie second-round running back RJ Harvey didn't see much run in the team's second preseason game on Saturday against the visiting Arizona Cardinals, but it didn't stop him from scoring his first NFL touchdown in the 27-7 victory. Harvey only carried the ball three times for 18 yards while catching his only target […]

Jaleel McLaughlin Leads Broncos in Rushing on Saturday

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin put his best foot forward in Saturday's preseason win over the Arizona Cardinals in his attempt to win a 53-man roster spot. In the 27-7 win over Arizona in the second preseason game, McLaughlin had only three carries, but it was enough to lead the team in rushing with […]

Jarrett Stidham Picks the Cardinals Apart on Saturday

Denver Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham got the start in the team's second preseason game on Saturday against the visiting Arizona Cardinals and looked amazing, going 16-for-23 passing for 240 yards and two touchdowns in the 27-7 victory. Starter Bo Nix got this game off, so Stidham saw most of the action under center before giving […]

Josh Jacobs Not Playing in Second Preseason Game

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs will not play in Saturday's second preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts, according to Packers beat writer Mike Spofford. Jacobs will take a seat after playing just one offensive snap in the preseason opener last week against the New York Jets. Most of the team's key starters won't […]

C.J. Stroud, Several Starters to Play Against Panthers

The Houston Texans will play several starters on Saturday in their second preseason game against the Carolina Panthers, including quarterback C.J. Stroud, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Sports. Wide receiver Nico Collins will also get a few series on offense with Stroud this weekend, while running back Dameon Pierce will be held out. […]

Andrew Heaney to Pitch in Relief for the Rest of the Year

Pittsburgh Pirates interim manager Don Kelly said that left-hander Andrew Heaney will pitch out of the bullpen for the rest of the year, according to Noah Hiles of Pittsburgh PG. It effectively kills what little fantasy value Heaney had left in 2025. The 34-year-old veteran southpaw is currently 5-10 for the Bucs with a 4.99 […]

Josh Naylor Back in Action on Saturday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (illness) is feeling better and is starting at first base and batting cleanup for Saturday's tilt against the hosting New York Mets and rookie right-hander Nolan McLean, who will be making his major-leagu debut. Naylor was under the weather and did not play in Friday's series opener at Citi […]

Marcus Semien Out on Saturday, Going for X-Rays on his Wrist

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien (wrist) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's contest against the hosting Toronto Blue Jays after he was hit by a pitch on his wrist in Friday night's game, according to Shawn McFarland of th Dallas Morning News. Semien said he woke up on Saturday and his wrist […]

Jalen Hurts Not Expected to Play Against Browns

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is not expected to play in the team's second preseason game on Saturday against the Cleveland Browns, according to Tim McManus of ESPN. Tanner McKee also isn't expected to suit up, paving the way for Dorian Thompson-Robinson to make his first start of the preseason. Kyle McCord should also see […]

Jerry Jeudy, Jerome Ford Not Expected to Play on Saturday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy and running back Jerome Ford are not expected to play in the team's second preseason game on Saturday against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Browns beat writer Kelsey Russo. In addition, the Browns are expected to hold out rookie RB Dylan Sampson. Jeudy's last chance to play in the […]

Keon Coleman has Been Dominating Training Camp

Alex Brasky of SI.com writes that Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman "has dominated training camp" this summer, and it continued with a couple of touchdown catches during Friday's joint practice with the Chicago Bears. The 22-year-old former second-rounder (33rd overall) in 2024 appears to be taking the next step heading into his sophomore campaign […]

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Dealing With Shoulder Injury

Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (shoulder) was wearing a non-contact jersey in Saturday's training camp practice, according to Ben Standig. Croskey-Merritt only took part in individual drills at practice as he works through a minor shoulder injury. The 24-year-old seventh-rounder suffered the shoulder injury in the preseason opener last week against the New […]

George Springer Activated and Starting on Saturday

The Toronto Blue Jays activated outfielder George Springer (concussion) from the seven-day concussion injured list on Saturday and optioned outfielder Joey Loperfido to Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move, according to Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Springer will jump right back into the starting lineup for Saturday's contest against the visiting Texas Rangers and left-hander […]

Browns Optimistic Shedeur Sanders Can Return to Practice Next Week

The Cleveland Browns are cautiously optimistic that rookie fifth-round quarterback Shedeur Sanders (oblique) could return to training camp practice next week and play in the presason finale next Saturday, Aug. 23, against the Los Angeles Rams, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Sanders injured his oblique on Wednesday and will not play in the second […]

Calvin Ridley, Tyler Lockett Sit Out Friday's Preseason Game

Tennessee Titans wide receivers Calvin Ridley and Tyler Lockett did not suit up for the team's second preseason game on Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons, according to Turron Davenport of ESPN. It remains to be seen if the Titans will allow Ridley and Lockett to take the field for the final preseason contest next […]

Joe Mixon Not a Lock to be Ready For Week 1

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (ankle, foot) is "not considered a lock to be ready for the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams," league sources tell Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Sports. Mixon is dealing with a lingering ankle/foot injury and remains on the Non-Football Injury list. Wilson adds that the Texans aren't […]