Fantasy Football Landmines to Avoid for Week 17 - Justin Herbert, Rico Dowdle, Khalil Shakir, and more

The fantasy championships are here (and semifinals for some)! The pressure is on, the stakes are sky-high, and the margin for error is low.  Managers may have relied on certain players to get them here, but the cold truth is that some big names could underperform in Week 17. Most managers who made the playoffs […]

Gleyber Torres Headed To Detroit On One-Year Deal

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, free-agent second baseman Gleyber Torres has agreed to a one-year contract worth $15 million with the Detroit Tigers. Last season with the Yankees, Torres posted a career-low .257/.33/.378 slash line with just 15 home runs and four stolen bases. He tallied 26 doubles and 63 RBI. […]

Yankees Unlikely To Target Alex Bregman

According to Jack Curry of the YES Network, the Yankees are unlikely to target free agent third baseman Alex Bregman. According to Curry on an episode of Yankees Hot Stove, "That's not a road the Yankees are going down." Curry noted that the Yankees do not value his bat at his current price tag playing […]

Nolan Arenado Is "Not A Fit" For Yankees

According to Jack Curry of the YES Network, St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is "not a fit" for what the Yankees are trying to do. Curry reported this on Yankees Hot Stove on the YES Network. Curry noted that while the Yankees may attempt to move starting pitcher Marcus Stroman to shed payroll, […]

Mets Had Interest In Joc Pederson

According to Justin Tasch of the New York Post, the New York Mets had interest in designated hitter Joc Pederson before he signed a two-year contract with the Texas Rangers. Last summer, Pederson performed very well being deployed on the strong side of a platoon with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Pederson posted a .275/.393/.515 slash line […]

Erick Fedde, Steven Matz Gaining Interest On Trade Market

According to Mark Feinsand, Bryan Hoch, and John Denton of MLB.com, St. Louis Cardinals starting pitchers Erick Fedde and Steven Matz are gaining interest on the trade market from several clubs such as the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians. With the Cardinals looking to reshape their roster and shed payroll, moving these options could allow […]

Ryan Helsley Drawing Interest From Arizona And Toronto

According to Mark Feinsand, Bryan Hoch, and John Denton of MLB.com, St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Ryan Helsley is drawing interest from several clubs, including the Toronto Blue Jays and the Arizona Diamondbacks. The three insiders noted that the Cardinals are looking for a "reset" in 2025, and moving one of their top players could […]

Tucker Kraft, Luke Musgrave Remain Limited On Thursday

According to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, Green Bay Packers tight ends Tucker Kraft (hip) and Luke Musgrave (ankle) remained limited during Thursday's practice. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on their status during Friday's final injury report, as it will likely clarify their availability heading into the weekend. Kraft suffered this hip injury […]

Brenton Strange Remains Limited On Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange (shoulder) remained a limited participant during Thursday's practice session. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on his status during Friday's session as Strange may carry an injury designation into the weekend if he cannot update to full participation. After enjoying an impressive 11-catch 73-yard performance in Week 15 […]

Chris Olave Logs Another Full Practice On Thursday

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) logged his second straight full practice of the week. Olave has been on the injured reserve since suffering his second concussion of the season during Week 9. Olave returned to practice last week but was only a limited participant. However, seeing him open the week as a […]

Tua Tagovailoa Remains Limited On Thursday

According to David Furones of the Sun Sentinel, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (hip) remained a limited participant during Thursday's practice session. Fantasy managers should monitor his status in case he cannot update to full participation on Friday. Tagovailoa has been dealing with this hip injury for a few weeks but has yet to miss […]

Nick Folk Sidelined Again On Thursday

According to Turron Davenport of ESPN, Tennessee Titans kicker Nick Folk (abdomen) did not practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Folk did not suit up last weekend and is in danger of missing his second-straight contest. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status on Friday in case he is able to […]

James Conner Questionable For Week 17

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's divisional matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The lead back sustained the injury during last weekend's game against the Carolina Panthers. Conner remained a limited participant during practice, which is a promising sign. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status […]

Tee Higgins Questionable For Saturday

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (ankle/knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Denver Broncos. Higgins remained a limited participant throughout the week but was unable to avoid an injury designation. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to Saturday's tilt. […]

Drake London Limited On Thursday, Expects To Play

According to Tori McElhaney of the Atlanta Falcons, wide receiver Drake London (hamstring) remained a limited participant during Thursday's practice. However, the top wideout noted that he expects to be ready for Sunday night's tilt against the Washington Commanders. Fantasy managers should monitor his status on Friday in case he faces a setback, but they […]

Will Dissly, Hayden Hurst Listed As Questionable For Week 17

Los Angeles Chargers tight ends Will Dissly (shoulder) and Hayden Hurst (illness) are listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the New England Patriots. Dissly has been unable to suit up the past two weeks but was able to log a full practice on Thursday afternoon, which is a promising sign. Hurst returned from injured […]

CeeDee Lamb Ruled Out For Remainder Of The Season

According to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. A source noted that the star wideout is not expected to undergo surgery but will go through a process for treatment. The 25-year-old has been dealing with this lingering shoulder […]

Kenneth Walker III Placed On Injured Reserve

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (ankle) was placed on the injured reserve. As a result, Walker will miss at least the next four contests, which will keep him out for the remainder of the regular season. In addition, the Seahawks would have to advance to at least […]

Cade Otton Remains Sidelined On Thursday

According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton (knee) remained sidelined during Thursday's practice. Otton has now missed the first two practices of the week and only has one more opportunity to log a session before Sunday's game. Fantasy managers should watch his status closely on Friday […]

Should I Start Zach Charbonnet in Week 17? Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet is slated to get the starting nod on Thursday evening against the Chicago Bears with Kenneth Walker III (ankle) ruled out. Charbonnet has flashed RB1 upside when deployed as the starting running back before but has struggled to maintain consistency when in the No.2 role. So, what is Charbonnet's […]

Arizona Could Target David Robertson

According to Jake Oliver of Sports Illustrated, right-handed pitcher David Robertson could be a potential target for the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks have expressed interest in adding a reliable high-leverage option and given Robertson's experience, he could fit that bill. Last summer across 72 innings with the Texas Rangers, the 39-year-old held a strong 3.00 […]

Raymond Burgos Signs Minor-League Deal With Giants

According to MLB.com, left-handed pitcher Raymond Burgos is returning to San Francisco on a minor league contract. Burgos spent most of the 2024 season in the minor leagues but did make one appearance in the majors. Across his lone inning, Burgos allowed one run and three hits. However, across 26 2/3 innings at the Triple-A […]

Enyel De Los Santos Inks Minor-League Deal With Atlanta

According to MLB.com, right-handed pitcher Enyel De Los Santos has signed a minor-league deal with the Atlanta Braves. De Los Santos spent the 2024 campaign with the San Diego Padres, New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox. Across 64 innings, the 29-year-old held a 5.20 ERA and a 1.41 WHIP. Under the hood, he generated […]

Jovani Moran Acquired By Boston

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive, the Boston Red Sox have acquired left-handed pitcher Jovani Moran from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for catcher Mickey Gasper. The 27-year-old missed the entire 2024 campaign due to Tommy John surgery. Across 42 1/3 innings in 2023, the southpaw held a 5.31 ERA and a 1.46 WHIP. He […]

Mickey Gasper Traded To Minnesota

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive, the Boston Red Sox have traded catcher Mickey Gasper to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for left-handed pitcher Jovani Moran. Gasper made his major league debut in Boston last summer. Across a small 14-game stint, the backstop went 0-for-18 at the plate with a 4:8 BB:K ratio. Across 48 […]

Is David Montgomery Out For the Season? Week 17 Fantasy Football Injury Update

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (knee) has been sidelined since suffering an MCL sprain during their Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Even with only two weeks left of the regular season, Montgomery has hinted at a possible return as he plans to avoid surgery. So will Montgomery play again in 2024 or […]

Is J.K. Dobbins Out For the Season? Week 17 Fantasy Football Injury Update

Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) has been on the injured reserve since suffering an MCL sprain during their Week 12 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. With only two games remaining in the season, Dobbins will need to turn in a successful week of practices to have a chance to return to action. […]

Is Chris Olave Out For the Season? Week 17 Fantasy Football Injury Update

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) has been on the injured reserve since suffering his second concussion of the season during Week 9 of the regular season. Olave has begun to practice but was not able to play this past Monday evening and only has two more opportunities to return to the field. […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 17? Kareem Hunt, Isiah Pacheco, Noah Gray

In this piece, we will look at three players from the Kansas City Chiefs offense, running backs Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco, and tight end Noah Gray, and analyze if they should be in our fantasy football starting lineups in Week 17. The Kansas Chiefs offense has struggled throughout most of the year, but the […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 17? Mark Andrews, Rashod Bateman, Isaiah Likely

During the fantasy football playoffs, we must carefully analyze each player on our team before setting our lineup. And with Week 17 being the fantasy championships for most leagues, each decision is more critical than ever. In this piece, we will look at three key pieces of the Baltimore Ravens offense including tight ends Mark […]