Bryce Young A QB3 In Week 1

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young will make his NFL debut against the Atlanta Falcons on the road in Week 1. Young pulls a decent matchup for the first game of his NFL career as the Falcons allowed the 13th-most fantasy points per game to enemy signal-callers in 2022. Rookie quarterbacks traditionally don't perform at a […]

Browns Defense In A Tough Spot In Season Opener

The Cleveland Browns defense will kick off the 2023 season with a home matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals represent a tough matchup for fantasy defenses as they allowed just the 23rd-most fantasy points per game to the position in 2022. The Browns should be better on defense under the watch of new defensive […]

Dustin Hopkins A Low-End Option In Week 1

Cleveland Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins will debut for his new team in a Week 1 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hopkins was traded to the Browns on cut-down day last week and instantly stepped in as the Browns' kicker after they made the decision to release Cade York. Hopkins will go up against a Bengals […]

David Njoku A Low-End TE1 In Season Opener

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku is coming off of a breakout season that saw him catch 58 passes for 628 yards and four touchdowns in just 14 games. Njoku will look to continue last season's success in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals at home. The Bengals were average against opposing tight ends in […]

Elijah Moore A Solid Flex Option In Week 1

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore will make his debut for his new team in Week 1's home game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Moore, who came over in an offseason trade with the New York Jets, will look to carry over a mostly positive preseason as the expected No. 2 option in the Cleveland passing […]

Amari Cooper A Solid WR2 In Week 1

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper will take on the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals at home to kick off his 2023 campaign. Cooper posted a career-high nine touchdown catches in 2022, his first season with the Browns, and will look to keep it going in his second year with the team. The Bengals were solid against […]

Nick Chubb A Strong RB1 In Season Opener

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb will kick off his 2023 season with a home tilt against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals were tough against the run in 2022, allowing the seventh-fewest fantasy points per game to the running back position. Chubb should see more work in the passing attack this season after the Browns […]

Deshaun Watson A Mid-Range QB2 In Week 1

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will open up his 2023 season with a home matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Watson struggled over his six games last season and draws a tough matchup against a Cincy defense that allowed the third-fewest fantasy points per game to the QB position in 2022. The reports out of this […]

Jake Haener Suspended For PEDs

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener was suspended six games for violating the NFL's PED policy on Wednesday. Haener, a fourth-round pick out of Fresno State in 2023, will kick off his NFL career away from the team as he serves out his suspension. He will first be eligible to return to the team's active […]

Jamal Adams Expected To Return To Practice Next Week

Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams (knee) is expected to return to practice next week, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Adams injured his knee in Week 1 last season and is on the final stretch of his rehab as he looks to get back on the field for Seattle. Adams is "in the best shape […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Restructures Deal With Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo agreed to restructure his deal on Tuesday, freeing up $17 million in cap space for the 2023 season. Garoppolo joined the Raiders in the offseason, signing a three-year, $72.75 million deal after spending the majority of his career as the San Francisco 49ers' starting QB. The deal […]

Jonnu Smith A Co-Starter Heading Into Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons have tight end Jonnu Smith listed as a co-starter alongside Kyle Pitts on their depth chart as they prepare to face off against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Smith is embarking upon his first season with the team after spending the past two years with the New England Patriots. It is […]

Lucas Giolito Hit Hard In Cleveland Debut

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Lucas Giolito was shelled in a 20-6 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Making his first start for Cleveland, Giolito allowed nine runs on seven hits over three innings while striking out three and walking three. He served up three homers, including a grand slam to third baseman Royce Lewis, in […]

Royce Lewis Hits Grand Slam In Blowout Win Monday

Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis had a big game in a 20-6 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Lewis went 3-for-4 with a grand slam, finishing with two runs and six RBI in the blowout victory. The rookie infielder has been on fire this season, with the grand slam on Monday marking his fourth […]

Andrew McCutchen Leaves Game Early On Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates DH Andrew McCutchen left his team's game against the Milwaukee Brewers with tightness in his left Achilles' tendon, according to the team. McCutchen had a big game before leaving, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, a run, and an RBI. He was lifted for pinch-hitter Joshua Palacios late in the game, although the Pirates […]

Shohei Ohtani Scratched On Monday With Oblique Tightness

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (oblique) was scratched from the lineup ahead of his team's Monday game against the Baltimore Orioles. Ohtani is reportedly dealing with tightness in his right oblique and will take a seat as the Angels kick off their early-week series against Baltimore. Brandon Drury will shift from second base […]

Is Chad Ryland The Patriots' Starting Kicker? Fantasy Football Kickers

In a bit of a surprise, there were several kickers traded on Tuesday before the 53-man roster cut deadline in the NFL. There were three trades involving kickers to begin the week. One of the said trades involved the New England Patriots trading Nick Folk to the Tennessee Titans. Another kicker trade(!): The #Patriots are […]

Von Miller Could Be Back For Week 5 Contest

Buffalo Bills edge rusher Von Miller (knee) was placed on the PUP list to begin the season, despite reportedly making good progress in the preseason. Miller, who is working his way back from a torn ACL suffered last season, is eligible to return to the field in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. General manager […]

Kevin Harris, Ty Montgomery Sign With New England Practice Squad

The New England Patriots signed running backs Kevin Harris and Ty Montgomery to their practice squad on Wednesday. Harris and Montgomery were both released on Tuesday as the Patriots made their preliminary roster cut-downs but are back in the fold to back up Rhamondre Stevenson and Ezekiel Elliott. That being said, they would need injuries […]

Romeo Doubs Dealing With Hamstring Issue, Week 1 Status In Question

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (hamstring) missed practice on Wednesday. Head coach Matt LaFleur would not comment on Doubs' status, telling reporters that they would have to wait for the official injury report next week. Doubs missing practice this soon to the start of the regular season is not a great sign for […]

Kene Nwangwu Placed On Injured Reserve

Minnesota Vikings running back Kene Nwangwu was placed on injured reserve with an undisclosed injury on Wednesday. Nwangwu has been sidelined with his injury throughout the month of August. His placement on injured reserve, along with the release of Jalen Reagor, opened up room for the Vikings to sign running back Myles Gaskin and offensive […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Returns To Practice Tuesday

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (wrist) returned to practice on Tuesday. Smith-Njigba suffered a slight fracture in his wrist during last week's preseason game and went for surgery to repair the issue. His ability to return to practice just a week later is a good sign as he was able to run routes and […]

Austin Gomber Leaves Monday Start With Apparent Injury

Colorado Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber left his Monday start against the Atlanta Braves with an apparent injury. Gomber was visited on the mound by the trainer during the third inning after getting two outs in the frame, although it is still unclear what the exact injury is that Gomber is dealing with. The veteran was […]

George Soriano Activated Monday

Miami Marlins right-hander George Soriano was activated from the paternity list on Monday. Soriano was placed on the list on Friday but will be back and available for Tuesday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 24-year-old has been impressive for the Marlins in 2023, posting a 2.19 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 40 strikeouts over […]

Ross Stripling Throws Bullpen Monday

San Francisco Giants right-hander Ross Stripling (back) threw a bullpen session on Monday ahead of his team's home game against the Cincinnati Reds. Stripling reportedly made it through the session without any issues. The 33-year-old has been on the injured list since August 19 with a back strain. He has made 19 appearances for the […]

J.D. Martinez Expected To Rejoin Dodgers Next Week

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (groin) could rejoin the team as soon as next week, according to manager Dave Roberts. Martinez initially landed on the 10-day injured list last Tuesday with a strained groin that was called a multi-week injury, but he is reportedly eying the team's road trip which will take them […]

David Njoku Catches TD In Preseason Finale

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught his lone target for a 10-yard touchdown in a 33-32 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in his team's final preseason game on Saturday. Njoku got the start and hauled in Deshaun Watson's lone touchdown pass in the first quarter. The veteran tight end finishes the preseason with […]

Elijah Moore Catches Two Balls In Preseason Loss

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore caught two of his three targets for eight yards in a 33-32 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in preseason action on Saturday. Moore missed some time during the preseason thanks to a rib injury but his availability to play against the Chiefs on Saturday is a good sign. […]

Amari Cooper Hauls In 53-Yard Pass In Preseason Finale

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper caught one of his three targets for 53 yards in a 33-32 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in his team's last preseason game on Saturday. Cooper, making his preseason debut, came down with his 53-yard catch late in the first quarter to help set John Kelly Jr. up […]

Deshaun Watson Throws TD In Preseason Finale

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson completed five of his 10 passes for 92 yards and a touchdown in a 33-32 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in his team's preseason finale on Saturday. Watson also added three rushes for one yard and lost a fumble in the contest. The veteran signal-caller got the start and […]