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Sean Mannion Jumps To Active Roster
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sean Mannion has been promoted to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals. He was part of a similar transaction last week and ended up being active for the season opener. Rookie Kellen Mond was inactive, and the same is expected to be true in Week 2. Mannion, 29,... Read More
Trent Brown Ruled Out For Week 2
New England Patriots offensive tackle Trent Brown (calf) has been downgraded to out for Week 2 against the Jets. He suffered the injury against the Dolphins last week. With Brown inactive, New England is expected to turn to lineman Yasir Durant, who was acquired from the Chiefs earlier this month. Durant played 23 snaps last... Read More
Laquon Treadwell Elevated To Active Roster
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Laquon Treadwell was elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos. The 26-year-old spent training camp with the Jaguars but found himself on the practice squad to open the season. In 2020, he played in five games with the Falcons, catching six passes for 49 yards and... Read More
Damarea Crockett Elevated From Practice Squad
Denver Broncos running back Damarea Crockett was elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars. All three of the team's running backs are healthy so it remains to be seen what type of role he will have in Week 2. He did appear on the field for 63 percent of special... Read More
Sony Michel Could Remain An Afterthought
Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel could remain in a clear backup role for yet another week. "You have confidence that you can utilize him, if need be," explained head coach Sean McVay. "But Darrell Henderson, I thought, did a great job." This certainly does not sound like a vote of confidence in the... Read More
Joey Slye Rejoins Texans' Roster
Houston Texans kicker Joey Slye was promoted to the active roster again ahead of the team's Week 2 contest against the Browns. He was very impressive in Week 1, connecting on all three field-goal and all four extra-point attempts. All in all, he owns an 80.3 percent field goal rate and 90.7 percent extra point... Read More
Trey Ragas Promoted To Active Roster
Las Vegas Raiders running back Trey Ragas was promoted to the active roster on Saturday. He'll presumably fill the No. 3 role in the backfield with Josh Jacobs (toe, ankle) sidelined. Ahead of Ragas, Kenyan Drake and Peyton Barber will occupy lead roles on Sunday. Ragas, a rookie, joined Las Vegas as an undrafted free... Read More
Jamaal Williams Sheds Injury Designation
Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams (chest) practiced in full on Saturday and does not carry an injury designation heading into Monday Night Football against the Packers. He started Week 1's contest over D'Andre Swift but both turned in highly effective productions. Now, Swift (groin) is listed as questionable for Week 2, though the expectation... Read More
Kalif Raymond Added To Injury Report
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond (thigh) was added to the injury report ahead of Monday night's game against the Packers. He enters Week 2 listed as questionable. The Lions' depleted receiving corps is already without Tyrell Williams (concussion), making Raymond's injury all the more troublesome. If he can't suit up, Amon-Ra St. Brown and... Read More
Dee Eskridge Downgraded To Out
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Dee Eskridge (concussion) was downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans. This comes as no surprise considering the rookie was unable to practice all week long. In Week 1, he hauled in his lone target for six yards. He also rushed twice for 22 yards on the ground.... Read More
Braden Smith Won't Play In Week 2
Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith (foot) has been ruled out for Week 2. He was unable to practice all week long and could be replaced at right tackle by Matt Pryor, according to the team's official depth chart. The former second-round pick logged 14 games and an 86 percent snap share in 2020. His... Read More
Erik McCoy Ruled Out For Week 2
New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers. The 2019 second-round pick has appeared in 32 games and nearly 100 percent of snaps over the last two seasons. However, in Week 1, he was on the field for just 8.1 percent of snap before injuring himself.... Read More
Saints Missing Several Coaches
The New Orleans Saints will enter Week 2 against the Panthers without seven of their usual assistants. Jim Chaney, Declan Doyle , Phil Galiano, Curtis Johnson , Brendan Nugent, Dan Roushar, and Joel Thomas will all miss Sunday's contest. The group had to test negative during a short window of time in order to travel... Read More
Brandon Aiyuk Surprised By Week 1 Usage
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk definitely wasn't expecting the low usage that he witnessed in Week 1 when he played in 47.3 percent of snaps and did not garner a single target. When asked if he was surprised, the second-year wideout said, "Definitely, but that was last week. Not really focused on that... Read More
Austin Ekeler Due For More Involvement In Passing Game
Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is in line to receive more work in the passing game during Week 2 against the Cowboys. Ekeler, an incredible receiving back who often dominates in PPR formats, didn't even fetch a target last week. However, Daniel Popper of The Athletic offers insight into why Week 1 was... Read More
Denzel Mims Could Struggle To Receive Reps
New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims could have a tough time receiving reps during Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Patriots, according to offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur. The potential returns of Keelan Cole Sr. and Jamison Crowder coupled with Mims' absence at OTAs and minicamp significantly factor into the amount of reps he can... Read More
Rashard Higgins Will Play More As Season Progresses
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins, who played just four snaps in Week 1, should see his role expand as the season carries on. "He was our fourth receiver going in," noted offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. "We played a lot of three receiver sets. He came in and spelled guys when the time was... Read More
Ravens Defense Banged Up Heading Into Week 2
The Baltimore Ravens' defense is dealing with injuries to several starters. Cornerbacks Marlon Humphrey (back) and Jimmy Smith (ankle) are both questionable for Sunday. Meanwhile, defensive end Derek Wolfe (hip, back) has been ruled out. None of this is good news for the team's overall defense, which already has to face Patrick Mahomes during primetime.... Read More
Nick Folk Set To Receive Promotion
New England Patriots kicker Nick Folk is a top candidate to receive a promotion to the 53-man roster this weekend. New England placed rookie Quinn Nordin (abdomen) on injured reserve and is now left without a kicker. Folk, who was active in Week 1 while Nordin's debut was put on hold, is currently on the... Read More
Darrell Henderson Jr. Should See Large Workload In Week 2
Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr. should continue to see a significant workload against the Colts in Week 2. While Sony Michel remains present on the depth chart, he logged just one carry last week. Henderson, meanwhile, rushed 16 times and was on the field for 94 percent of offensive snaps. Head coach... Read More
Peyton Barber Heading For Expanded Role
Las Vegas Raiders running back Peyton Barber could see an expanded role against the Steelers in Week 2 after starter Josh Jacobs (toe, ankle) was ruled out ahead of time. While Kenyan Drake is the next man up, the growing expectation is that Barber, too, will see a significant workload. While speaking to the media... Read More
Rowdy Tellez Exits With Apparent Knee Injury
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rowdy Tellez exited Saturday's game against the Dodgers with an apparent knee injury. He suffered the injury while stopping at third base in the second inning. Pablo Reyes entered at third base, forcing Eduardo Escobar to fill the vacancy at first base. Tellez, 26, is slashing .241/.302/.409 with 11 homers, 35... Read More
Pablo Lopez Could Be Limited Upon Return
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (right rotator cuff strain) might not have a full workload if he returns from the injured list this season. "I hate to put a timetable on it, but I don't think we're necessarily trying to get him back to the point where we think he's going to make two... Read More
AJ Pollock Has 'Good Day' Of Rehab Work
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock (hamstring) had a "good day" while rehabbing on Saturday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Pollock was placed on the injured list nearly one week ago and is likely still at least one week away from returning. Still, it was a positive sign to see that the veteran ran, used... Read More
Danny Santana Tests Positive For COVID-19
Boston Red Sox outfielder Danny Santana tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday evening. He'll land on the injured list while infielder Jack Lopez is selected from Triple-A. Santana represents the latest in a long list of positive coronavirus tests for the Red Sox, who have battled this outbreak and its many breakthrough cases for more... Read More
J.D. Martinez Scratched From Lineup Again
Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez (back tightness) has been removed from the team's starting lineup against the White Sox on Saturday. Martinez was a late scratch on Friday and is now a late scratch on Saturday, too. Travis Shaw will DH in his place and bat eighth opposite Chicago starter Dylan Cease. Martinez... Read More
Connor Seabold Slated For MLB Debut
Boston Red Sox pitching prospect Connor Seabold has been recalled to the major league roster. He'll make his MLB debut on Saturday against the White Sox. A former third-round pick of the Phillies, Seabold was dealt to Boston at the 2020 trade deadline. He went 2-3 with a 3.67 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and .201 OBA... Read More
Matthew Boyd Set To Visit Orthopedic Surgeon
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (left elbow strain) will see Dallas orthopedic surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. "He'll get further evaluations and opinions and see what's next," said manager A.J. Hinch. Boyd missed more than two months this summer due to left arm discomfort before returning in late August. He made two outings before landing... Read More
Jimmy Smith Draws Questionable Tag
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith (ankle) has been listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Raiders. Smith practiced in full on Thursday but was limited on Friday. Baltimore continues to fall victim to injury on both sides of the football and, as a result, could enter Week 1 with a subpar secondary.... Read More
Derek Wolfe Ruled Out For Monday Night
The Baltimore Ravens have ruled out defensive end Derek Wolfe (back, hip) ahead of Monday night's season opener against the Raiders. Wolfe did not practice on Thursday or Friday, so this decision from the team is not much of a surprise. Through 14 games last season, Wolfe racked up one sack, one fumble recovery, and... Read More