Juwan Johnson Activated From PUP List Tuesday

The New Orleans Saints have activated tight end Juwan Johnson (foot) from the PUP list, according to Matthew Paras of The Times-Picayune. All signs point to Johnson being active for Week 1. The 27-year-old is coming off an uneventful season in which he caught 37 passes for 368 yards and four touchdowns. There had been […]

How Do The Fantasy Football Playoffs Work? When Do They Start?

Every fantasy football manager dreams of winning their league championship, but that can't happen without first making the playoffs. In fact, missing the fantasy playoffs often comes with its fair dose of embarrassment, especially in formats where at least half of the league makes the bracket. But how do the fantasy football playoffs work? When […]

Javon Baker Targeted Four Times In Loss

New England Patriots wide receiver Javon Baker was targeted four times during Thursday's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles, but he finished the contest with just one catch for 12 yards. Even though the rookie's production was limited, fantasy managers should pay most attention to the fact that he tied for the team lead in […]

Kayshon Boutte Paces Patriots Receivers Thursday

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte turned four targets into three catches for 23 yards during Thursday's preseason loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. His longest play was a 13-yard reception. Boutte was the Patriots' most productive pass-catcher in the contest, leading the team in receptions and yards while tying for the most targets. The […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Leads Backfield Thursday

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson rushed for 18 yards on six carries during Thursday's preseason loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. He was not targeted in the passing game. Stevenson, of course, saw all of his reps come with the first-team offense. Even though he only played in the first quarter, he led the […]

Jacoby Brissett Throws Costly Pick Thursday

New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed just three of seven passes for 17 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception during Thursday's preseason loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Brissett played the entire first quarter, leading three unsuccessful drives, the middle of which saw the Patriots move close to the goal line before Brissett threw a […]

Drake Maye Rushes For Touchdown In Preseason Loss

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed six of 11 passes for 47 yards during Thursday's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He also showed off some mobility, rushing four times for 15 yards and adding a touchdown on the ground. After an uninspiring performance over a limited sample size last week, Maye earned more […]

Tanner Schobel Launches Four Homers In Big Week

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Tanner Schobel is a Virginia Tech product who has made a significant impression in affiliated ball. He has struggled to adjust to Double-A pitching, but there's still a lot to like about his swing and pitch recognition. Defensively, he has boasted plenty of versatility and has a good chance to stick […]

Hot MLB Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Baseball - Week 21 (2024)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We're heading into Week 21 of the fantasy baseball season. There were plenty of big plays and impressive prospect performances throughout Minor League Baseball during last week's action. 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 […]

Joe Mixon Returns To Practice Sunday

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (quad) returned to practice on Sunday following a multi-week absence, according to a video from Aaron Wilson of KPRC2. Acquired from the Cincinnati Bengals during the offseason, Mixon now appears to be 100 percent and on track to lead the Houston backfield when the NFL season kicks off in […]

Spencer Rattler Treated For Slight Thigh Bruise

New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler (thigh) missed practice on Sunday, according to NFL insider Nick Underhill. The rookie signal-caller reportedly suffered a slight thigh bruise, but he received treatment on Sunday and is expected to return for the Saints' next practice. One would have to imagine that Rattler suffered the injury during the Saints' […]

Dak Prescott Expects To Practice Tuesday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (ankle) expects to practice when the team returns to the field on Tuesday, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. The veteran quarterback clarified that his ankle is "fine" even though soreness held him out of Dallas' preseason opener. Given that Prescott will practice on Tuesday, fantasy managers can let […]

Rasheen Ali Sustains Stinger In Game, Misses Sunday's Practice

Baltimore Ravens running back Rasheen Ali (undisclosed) sustained a stinger partway through Friday's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Brian Wacker of the Baltimore Sun. As a result, he was absent from practice on Sunday. Ali rushed a whopping 10 times in the contest but was held to just 26 yards on the […]

Raiders To Name Starting Quarterback Next Saturday

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce expects to name his starting quarterback for Week 1 after the conclusion of next Saturday's preseason contest against the Dallas Cowboys, according to Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com. The competition is between incumbent starter Aidan O'Connell and free agent acquisition Gardner Minshew II, and it's possible that Pierce won't […]

Kyren Williams, Blake Corum, Boston Scott - Fantasy Football Outlook for Los Angeles Rams RBs in 2024

The Los Angeles Rams found success running the ball last year, benefitting from Kyren Williams' apparent breakout, especially when playmakers like Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford were sidelined with injuries. (Of course, Williams himself missed time with an injury, too.) Los Angeles made a significant addition to their backfield this offseason, selecting Michigan's Blake Corum […]

Zack Moss Missed Preseason Opener Due To Sickness

Cincinnati Bengals running back Zack Moss got sick on Friday night, which is why he wasn't involved in Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, head coach Zac Taylor told Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic. Moss and Chase Brown are competing for touches in Cincinnati this season, so any sort of absence for […]

Demarcus Robinson Emerging As Rams' WR3

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson is emerging as the team's No. 3 option behind Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. The veteran pass-catcher entered camp in a competition with Tutu Atwell for the WR3 role, but Robinson has been "emerging" as the better option so far. This isn't […]

Rams Have A Plan For Tutu Atwell

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell is losing ground on the competition for WR3, but even if he drops to fourth on the depth chart, the team still has a plan for him. "The Rams run enough 11 personnel that the fourth receiver should get a healthy run," writes Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. "Atwell's […]

Jake Bates Struggled Early In Camp

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates "had a rotten day [on a Friday in early August], missing at least a half-dozen field goals," according to Dan Graziano of ESPN.com, who attended training camp that day. (It bears mentioning that he converted his lone attempt in Week 1 of the preseason from 53 yards out.) Bates latched […]

Spencer Rattler, Jake Haener Battling For Backup Role

New Orleans Saints quarterbacks Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener (skin cancer) "are in a true battle for QB2," according to Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. While some teams say the role is up for grabs but have a clear favorite, that doesn't appear to be the case in New Orleans, where it truly […]

Taysom Hill Could Play Five Positions In 2024

New Orleans Saints versatile playmaker Taysom Hill's role could look "slightly different" this season, according to Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. However, the team still expects to take advantage of his versatility. "Hill could play up to five positions — fullback, running back, quarterback, tight end, and wide receiver," the two insiders wrote. […]

Jalen Tolbert Poised For Big Year

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert appears ready to have a big season, according to Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. "Tolbert looks the part of an NFL receiver now after a few early-career hiccups," they wrote. "[Dak] Prescott looks his way early and often in practice. Look for a big Year 3 for […]

Miles Sanders, Dalvin Cook Among Possible Cowboys Targets

The Dallas Cowboys could have running backs Miles Sanders and Dalvin Cook on their short list of targets as the regular season gets closer, according to Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. The insiders note that the Cowboys are still evaluating their backfield, which is currently headlined by Ezekiel Elliott and Rico Dowdle, and […]

Jelani Woods Struggling In Camp, Not A Lock To Make Roster

Indianapolis Colts tight end Jelani Woods "has yet to put together a day where he stood out" in training camp, according to Destin Adams of A to Z Sports. Woods missed all of last season due to injuries to his hamstrings, making it crucial that he use this summer's training camp and preseason to showcase […]

Jake Browning Picked Off In Preseason Loss

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning completed just 10 of 18 passes for 52 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He also rushed for an additional five yards on two attempts. Browning re-signed with Cincinnati as their No. 2 quarterback this offseason, and while he remains in […]

Logan Woodside Effective In Preseason Loss

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Logan Woodside completed eight of 12 passes for 149 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Woodside didn't enter the game until the fourth quarter, which means he's third on the depth chart behind Joe Burrow and Jake Browning. Nevertheless, Woodside might have inched […]

Joe Burrow Throws For Touchdown In Lone Drive Saturday

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow completed five of seven passes for 51 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star quarterback (and the primary offense as a whole) only played the first drive of the game, but they took advantage of their limited playing time by putting seven […]

Tee Higgins Scores Touchdown Saturday

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins hauled in two of his three targets for 19 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Unsurprisingly, Higgins ran with the primary offense led by Joe Burrow, which only played the first drive of the game. It was a successful possession, too, as […]

Jermaine Burton Delivers Big Touchdown Catch

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton converted four targets into three catches for 82 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Burton has generated plenty of hype during his first training camp, so it was a bit of a surprise that he didn't enter the game until the third […]

Malik Willis Leads Titans In Rushing Saturday

Tennessee Titans quarterback Malik Willis completed five of seven passes for 38 yards, zero touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason win over the San Francisco 49ers. In addition to his modest passing stats, Willis had a truly impressive performance on the ground, adding four carries for 42 rushing yards. All eyes are on Willis […]