Chase Brown Draws Praise From Front Office

Cincinnati Bengals rookie running back Chase Brown drew praise from director of player personnel Duke Tobin on Saturday. "He's developing before our eyes," Tobin said during an appearance on the Bengals' broadcast. The fifth-round pick is on track to open the season as Joe Mixon's backup thanks to his impressive results on the field, as […]

Mecole Hardman Jr. Injures Finger In Preseason Finale

New York Jets wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. (finger) exited Saturday's game and went to the locker room with a trainer, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. The 25-year-old had been trending up after a strong showing during his first training camp with the Jets. Over his final two seasons (25 games) with the Chiefs, […]

Jalen Tolbert Identified As Most-Improved Player

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert is the "most improved player on [the] roster," according to Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News. As a result, Tolbert isn't playing in Week 3 of the preseason because the "coaching staff has seen enough." While this is great news for Dallas and its young wideout, it bears […]

Ryan Jensen Placed On IR, Out For Season

Tampa Bay Buccaneers center Ryan Jensen (knee) has been placed on injured reserve and will not play in the 2023 season, per Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Jensen, 32, is a former Pro Bowler whose absence will be felt as Baker Mayfield embarks on his first season with the Bucs. Consider this bad news […]

Jordan Mason Suffers Foot Sprain

San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason has been diagnosed with a sprained foot and will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis, according to Josh Dubow of the Associated Press. Mason was trending towards securing a roster spot and likely still will, but his availability for Week 1 is less certain. The 24-year-old logged 258 […]

Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson Jr. Won't Play In Preseason Finale

Miami Dolphins running backs Raheem Mostert (undisclosed) and Jeff Wilson Jr. (undisclosed) are not expected to play in Saturday's preseason finale, according to David Furones of the Sun Sentinel. We know nothing about Mostert's injury and very little about Wilson's, other than the fact that he left practice early on Aug. 9 and hasn't played […]

Chris Evans Not Playing In Preseason Finale

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chris Evans (undisclosed) did not practice last week and is not playing in Saturday's preseason finale, according to Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Evans had been in line to handle third-down duties but has seemingly suffered a setback. If neither he nor Trayveon Williams (ankle) can get healthy in time […]

Kadarius Toney Could Practice In A Week

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney (knee) could return to practice in "about a week," according to Nate Taylor of The Athletic. Injuries have been an issue over Toney's first two seasons in the league, holding him out of 15 contests. It looks like he might at least be active for Week 1, but […]

Jake Moody, Zane Gonzalez Both Considered Week-To-Week

San Francisco 49ers kickers Jake Moody (quad) and Zane Gonzalez (calf) are both considered week-to-week, according to David Lombardi. The initial impression is that Gonzalez might miss more time than Moody, but both players' Week 1 statuses are up in the air. Head coach Kyle Shanahan intends to gain more clarity on their timelines before […]

Hunter Long Passes Physical, Removed From PUP List

Los Angeles Rams tight end Hunter Long (undisclosed) passed his physical on Saturday and has been removed from the physically unable to perform list, according to Field Yates of ESPN.com. There had been speculation that Long would open the season on the PUP list, so this transaction is quite noteworthy. The 25-year-old was acquired from […]

Denzel Ward Enters Concussion Protocol

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (head) entered the concussion protocol following Saturday's preseason finale, head coach Kevin Stefanski told the media. The 26-year-old logged one tackle in the contest before exiting. An incumbent starter and former first-round pick, Ward contributed 53 tackles, three interceptions, and two fumble recoveries last year. If he isn't ready for […]

Jakeem Grant Suffers Broken Patella

Cleveland Browns returner Jakeem Grant (knee) likely suffered a broken patella during Week 3 of the preseason, according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Head coach Kevin Stefanski added that he hopes Grant's patella is not torn. An MRI will be conducted Sunday to confirm the diagnosis. Nevertheless, it's an unfortunate development for the Browns […]

You're In Good Hands: Top 10 Wide Receiver Corps In The NFL

Plenty of research has been conducted into which NFL positions are the most valuable and which ones are expendable. This is why teams prioritize quarterbacks and edge-rushers over punters and fullbacks, and it also explains why running backs have been a major topic of discussion this off-season. One position that absolutely should not be ignored? […]

Is Chase McLaughlin The Buccaneers' Starting Kicker? Fantasy Football Kickers

As roster cut-down day approaches in the NFL, we will start to see some movement at the kicker position. At this point in the preseason, many teams are starting to figure out which kicker will earn one of their 53 roster spots. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no exception. With Rodrigo Blankenship and Chase McLaughlin […]

Will the Jets Release Michael Carter? Fantasy Football Outlook

There is just one week left in the preseason, which means all 32 NFL teams must prepare to trim their rosters down to 53 players. This isn't an easy process, nor is it straightforward. Every team has to consider a wide variety of factors (such as age, depth, contracts, and much more) when making these […]

Hot MLB Prospects To Know For Fantasy Baseball - Week 22

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 22 of the fantasy baseball season. There were plenty of impressive prospect performances in the minor leagues last week. It's imperative to monitor the top fantasy baseball prospects who have turned heads thus far. The players listed here are not only coming off dominant weeks but have also […]

Is Jaylen Waddle Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Summertime injuries are always the most difficult to evaluate since a player might not participate much in training camp and preseason games to prevent further injury. Then, like magic, they're on the field for Week 1 of the regular season and handle a full workload with ease. Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle is one […]

Is Joe Burrow Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

The football world uttered a large groan when Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a non-contact injury during practice earlier this month. He was carted off the practice field and diagnosed with a calf injury, creating some initial skepticism about his availability for the preseason and even the start of the regular season. Head coach […]

Lazaro Montes Producing Phenomenal Results At The Plate

Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes is one of the club's most-hyped international signings this decade, inking a $2.5 million deal back in 2022. Although his strikeout rate is high, so, too, are his walk and home run clips. This suggests that he has the skills needed to thrive at the plate and now just […]

Jacob Misiorowski Strikes Out 12 In Latest Shutout

Milwaukee Brewers pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski, a physical specimen who checks in at 6-foot-7 and 190 pounds, continues to build on an impressive season. The right-hander has ascended from Single-A to Double-A with ease, showcasing a dominant repertoire headlined by his 102 mph fastball. He has also done a fantastic job developing a mid-80s slider […]

Brooks Baldwin Flashing Versatility, Advanced Plate Skills

Chicago White Sox prospect Brooks Baldwin has already shown significant promise through just 104 games in the organization. The 23-year-old is primarily a third baseman but has shown valuable versatility, playing all infield positions, left and center field, and designated hitter this season. He is a solid defender with a strong arm and enough athleticism […]

DJ Herz Dominant In Third Outing With New Team

Washington Nationals minor league pitcher DJ Herz is a former Cubs eighth-round pick who has flourished into a very promising prospect. In fact, he garnered so much attention in the minors that he became the centerpiece of the package going to the Nationals when they traded Jeimer Candelario this summer. Originally drafted for his mid-90s […]

Neyfy Castillo Has Big Week With Four Homers

Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Neyfy Castillo, signed out of the Dominican Republic, has developed into one of the more exciting hitters in the club's farm system. Known for his right-handed power bat, the 22-year-old has also flashed under-the-radar speed and solid glovework. He has spent most of this season in right field but could shift […]

Skylar Thompson Delivers Three Passing Touchdowns Saturday

Miami Dolphins quarterback Skylar Thompson completed 15 of 22 passes for 157 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason win over the Houston Texans. He also fell victim to a strip sack but was able to pounce on the loose football, recording his own fumble recovery. All in all, it was a solid […]

Braxton Berrios Catches Three Passes, Finds End Zone In Win

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios turned four targets into three catches for 33 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason win over the Houston Texans. Berrios caught passes from both Tua Tagovailoa and Skylar Thompson, though he produced more (and scored his touchdown) when playing with the latter. It will be tough for Berrios […]

Tua Tagovailoa Picked Off In Short Outing Saturday

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa played two drives during Saturday's preseason game against the Houston Texans. His first series resulted in an interception while his second possession culminated in a Raheem Mostert rushing touchdown. Tagovailoa finished the day 5-for-7 passing with 61 yards, zero touchdowns, and the interception. Though he was picked off and failed […]

Raheem Mostert Scores Touchdown In Preseason Week 2

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert rushed six times for 30 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's win over the Houston Texans. He played two drives in the contest: an opening series that culminated in a quick interception, and a subsequent possession capped off by the veteran finding the end zone. As the preseason goes […]

Chris Brooks Takes 18-Yard Reception To End Zone

Miami Dolphins running back Chris Brooks rushed 11 times for 47 yards during Saturday's preseason game against the Houston Texans. He also hauled in his lone target, producing an 18-yard catch that resulted in a touchdown. Despite the solid showing and Brooks' impressive efficiency, he faces an uphill battle to make the 53-man roster given […]

Salvon Ahmed Totals 131 Scrimmage Yards, Scores Touchdown Saturday

Miami Dolphins running back Salvon Ahmed rushed 12 times for 99 yards during Saturday's win over the Houston Texans. He also led the team with four receptions while adding 32 yards and one touchdown through the air. Overall, it was an impressive showing from the 24-year-old as he looks to secure a depth spot on […]

Jack Brannigan Extends Hitting Streak To 10 Games

Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Jack Brannigan is a defense-first infielder who joined the organization via the 2022 draft. With a collegiate pitching resume that includes a 100 mph fastball, it's no surprise that he has an electric arm at third base (to accompany strong glovework and instincts). Offensively, he has a knack for big hits […]