Myles Murphy Could Be Situational Pass-Rusher

Cincinnati Bengals rookie defensive end Myles Murphy, who was taken with the 28th overall pick in this year's NFL draft, has looked as explosive as advertised in the team's positional drills this offseason. His repetitions were predominantly with the backups, and Cincinnati wants Murphy to be on the field in key pass-rushing situations as they […]

Anton Harrison Expected To Start At Right Tackle

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie offensive tackle Anton Harrison is expected to be the Week 1 starter at right tackle if left tackle Cam Robinson is suspended for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy and Walker Little moves from right tackle to left. Harrison got solid repetitions against outside linebacker Josh Allen in minicamp and more than […]

Dalton Kincaid Impresses Teammates

Buffalo Bills rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid, the 25th overall pick in this year's NFL draft, impressed teammates this offseason, with star pass-rusher Von Miller saying that "this Dalton Kincaid kid is insane." Quarterback Josh Allen has referred to him as a "very bright kid." The 23-year-old put in solid work during the offseason and […]

Deonte Banks Has Ups And Downs This Spring

New York Giants rookie cornerback Deonte Banks, the No. 24 overall pick in this year's NFL draft, had his ups and downs on the field this spring. He was working with the second-team defense at the first organized team activities open to the media, but that quickly changed. The Giants were impressed with the way […]

Zay Flowers Gaining Separation With Ease

Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers was impressive during offseason practices with his ability to consistently get open. The Ravens have drafted six wideouts in the first round in their history, but none have shown this type of route-running as a rookie. Teammates and coaches have raved about Flowers' sharp change of direction, which […]

Quentin Johnston Shows Off Ability In Offseason Practices

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Quentin Johnston demonstrated an ability to make plays across the middle of the field and stretch a defense down the sideline throughout the team's offseason program. "He's that guy," star safety Derwin James said. "Him being able to get open, him being able to have the confidence to be […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba As Advertised This Offseason

Seattle Seahawks rookie wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba was limited early this offseason by a hamstring injury that sidelined him for most of last year, but otherwise he looked exactly as advertised as the first receiver taken in this year's NFL draft at No. 20 overall. Smith-Njigba is a skilled route-runner who excels at getting open […]

Matthew Boyd Leaves Early With Elbow Discomfort

Updating a previous report, Detroit Tigers left-hander Matthew Boyd (elbow) left his start early on Monday against the Texas Rangers with left-elbow discomfort. Boyd only made it two-thirds of an inning in the first and allowed a run on a solo home run while striking out two. Fantasy managers will want to check back for […]

Calijah Kancey Should Be Nice Complement To Vita Vea

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie defensive tackle Calijah Kancey's quickness off the ball was apparent in offseason drills and should serve as a nice complement to the big-bodied Vita Vea on the interior of the team's defensive line in 2023. "He's smart. He's a lot smarter," head coach Todd Bowles said. "He's not just a lineman […]

Jo Adell Recalled, Eduardo Escobar On Restricted List

The Los Angeles Angels recalled outfielder Jo Adell from Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday and placed infielder Eduardo Escobar on the restricted list in a corresponding move. Adell, a former top prospect for the Angels, has played in just one game for the team this year and has struggled in 561 career plate appearances at […]

Brock Purdy To Throw The Next Couple Weeks

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (elbow) is headed to Jacksonville to throw the next couple of weeks with quarterbacks coach Will Hewlett and orthopedic specialist Tom Gormely, which is another sign that Purdy is progressing through his rehab following offseason elbow surgery. He remains on track to be ready for the start of the […]

Kris Bryant To Start A Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday. The four-time All-Star, 2015 Rookie of the Year and 2016 National League MVP is attempting to return from a left-heel bruise that has kept him out for all of June to this point. The 31-year-old veteran also continues […]

Jorge Polanco Begins Baseball Activities

Minnesota Twins second baseman Jorge Polanco (hamstring) has started doing baseball activities, according to head trainer Nick Paparesta. Polanco is hitting in the batting cage and is taking ground balls while also being in the midst of a running progression. It's the second left-hamstring strain that the 29-year-old has dealt with this year, and the […]

Riley Greene Getting Close To Rehab Assignment

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch hinted that outfielders Riley Greene (leg) and Akil Baddoo (quadriceps) could be nearing minor-league rehab assignments this week. "They might not be on this road trip the entire time," Hinch said. Both Greene and Baddoo have intensified their daily workouts and could join Triple-A Toledo this weekend. Greene, 22, is […]

Alex Faedo To Start Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Detroit Tigers right-hander Alex Faedo (finger) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with High-A West Michigan on Tuesday. Faedo had surgery to remove his right middle fingernail in late May and has been on the injured list ever since. He will most likely require a handful of rehab starts before the Tigers consider returning the […]

Tarik Skubal To Make Another Rehab Start Wednesday

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal (elbow) will make his next minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday. It will be his fifth rehab start and probably his last before joining Detroit's starting rotation. The 26-year-old southpaw has posted a 1.69 ERA, 0.66 WHIP, one walk and 16 strikeouts in 10 2/3 innings over his […]

Eduardo Rodriguez To Make Rehab Start Thursday

Detroit Tigers left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez (finger) will make his first minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Toledo on Thursday. Rodriguez threw a live batting practice session last weekend and is now ready to pitch in the minor leagues. The 30-year-old southpaw will need at least several rehab starts after not pitching for the Tigers since May […]

Hunter Renfroe Out Of Monday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Hunter Renfroe is not in the team's starting lineup for the series opener against the Chicago White Sox on Monday. The day off for Renfroe isn't because he's slumping at the plate. The 31-year-old slugger has been red-hot at the dish in his last eight games, going 12-for-29 (.414), although he […]

Tim Anderson Back At Shortstop For White Sox

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson is back at the 6 and is hitting second on Monday in the series opener against the Los Angeles Angels and left-hander Reid Detmers. Anderson missed some time last week with a shoulder injury and returned at second base on Friday and Saturday before sitting out Sunday in the […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr., Jean Segura Come Off Injured List

The Miami Marlins reinstated outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (toe) and infielder Jean Segura (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and optioned infielders Garrett Hampson and Jacob Amaya to Triple-A Jacksonville in corresponding moves. The team also claimed right-hander Eli Villalobos off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and assigned him to Double-A Pensacola. Chisholm […]

Sean Murphy Out Against Twins

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy will take the day off on Monday as the team faces the Minnesota Twins. Murphy returned on Sunday against the Cincinnati Reds from a hamstring injury and went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a walk, but the Braves will give him another breather in the series opener against Minnesota. With […]

Gunnar Henderson Taking The Day Off Monday

Baltimore Orioles infielder Gunnar Henderson is not in the team's starting lineup on Monday against the Cincinnati Reds. Henderson, who hits left-handed, will be given a day of rest as the Orioles face Reds left-hander Brandon Williamson. Instead, Ramon Urias will get the nod at the hot corner and will bat fifth in the batting […]

Malik Hooker Recovered From Thumb Surgery

Dallas Cowboys safety Malik Hooker (thumb) took part in the team's mandatory minicamp after having surgery on his thumb when the Cowboys were eliminated from the playoffs last season. Hooker should be good to go for the start of training camp in late July. He's coming off a career-best 62 tackles (44 solo), three interceptions […]

Brian Burns Will Be Ready For Training Camp

Carolina Panthers star edge rusher Brian Burns (ankle) is still recovering from offseason ankle surgery, but he is fully expected to be back on the field for the start of training camp at the end of July. Burns wasn't participating in drills at minicamp, but he was seen helping some teammates during drills. The 25-year-old […]

Hendon Hooker Not Expected To Open Season On The Roster

Detroit Lions rookie quarterback Hendon Hooker (knee) looks to have made good progress in his recovery from knee surgery, but it's still unlikely that he begins the regular season on the active roster. Instead, he's projected to start on the Non-Football Injury list, which will open up a roster spot elsewhere while also buying more […]

Kevin Harris Could Be Breakout Candidate In Second Season

New England Patriots running back Kevin Harris, a sixth-round pick in 2022, only had 18 rushing attempts in his rookie season last year, with 13 carries coming in Weeks 14 and 15 when the team's backfield was depleted due to injuries. The 225-pound back is a powerful runner capable of finishing runs and breaking tackles […]

Pierre Strong Jr. Could Be Rhamondre Stevenson's Complement

New England Patriots running back Pierre Strong Jr. has been on the James White track from the get-go, and Strong is far from the first Patriots draft pick to "redshirt" at the position as a rookie. His breakaway speed and short-area agility lend themselves to a role as a receiving back in the Patriots offense, […]

Francisco Alvarez Hitting Ninth Monday

New York Yankees catcher Francisco Alvarez is doing the catching and is batting ninth in the lineup on Monday against the Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Colin Rea. Alvarez went hitless in six at-bats on Friday and Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies and was given a day to rest on Sunday, but he's back in there […]

Nationals Release Chad Kuhl

The Washington Nationals requested unconditional release waivers on right-hander Chad Kuhl on Monday. The team also recalled relief pitcher Amos Willingham from the minors ahead of the series opener against the Seattle Mariners. Kuhl was designated for assignment on Saturday and wasn't claimed on waivers. He'll head back to the free-agent market after inking a […]

Wade Miley To Start Wednesday

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Wade Miley (side) will make the start on Wednesday against the New York Mets. Miley won't end up missing a start after dealing with cramping in his right side in his last start on June 23 against the Cleveland Guardians, when he tossed six shutout innings with three strikeouts and no walks. […]