Cam Newton, Curtis Samuel Not Practicing

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (foot) and wide receiver Curtis Samuel (shoulder) are not practicing on Wednesday. Newton continues to rehab and won't make his return in Week 9 against the Titans. He could be back for Week 10 against the Packers, however, but it remains to be seen how effective he'll be if he's […]

David Johnson Practicing

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (ankle) was participating in practice Wednesday. The only portion open to the media was stretching, and it's unknown how much Johnson did afterwards. It was previously reported that he wasn't expected to play this week, but Chase Edmonds (hamstring) wasn't even participating in the stretching. It's possible Johnson could […]

Sterling Shepard Practicing Wednesday

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) remains in the league's concussion protocol, but he took part in contact during practice on Wednesday after missing the last three games with his second concussion of the season. According to The Bergen Record's Art Stapleton, Shepard will likely see independent doctors later in the week in […]

Marquise Brown, Jimmy Smith Return To Practice

Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Marquise Brown (ankle) and cornerback Jimmy Smith (knee) both returned to practice on Wednesday. Brown is expected to return in Week 9 against the Patriots after missing the last two games. He'll be one to fade, though, coming off his injury and going up against star cornerback Stephon Gilmore in […]

DeSean Jackson, Darren Sproles Return To Practice

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (abdomen) and running back Darren Sproles (quadriceps) both returned to the practice field on Wednesday. Jackson has been out since getting injured in Week 2, but he has a chance to suit up in Week 9 against the Bears, although the Eagles could play it safe and hold him […]

James Conner Misses Practice Wednesday

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. Conner may not practice at all this week after getting injured on Monday night, but he still has a chance to play in Week 9 against the Colts. Expect him to be listed as questionable on the final injury report. The Terminator will […]

Mitch Trubisky's Season On The Line In Week 9

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky's season, and perhaps career, will be on the line this Sunday against the Eagles in Week 9. The Bears are 3-4 and cannot afford to lose many more games if they have plans on keeping up in the NFC playoff race. Furthermore, Trubisky's season has gone so poorly that his […]

Chris Herndon IV Remains Limited

New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon IV (hamstring) will remain a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Herndon was limited all week before being inactive in Week 8, but he has a much better shot at making his season debut this Sunday against the Dolphins. In a great matchup, Herndon would immediately become a […]

O.J. Howard Not Practicing Wednesday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard (hamstring) was doing individual work on a side field to test his hamstring during practice on Wednesday. Howard injured himself coming out of the bye week and didn't play in Week 8, and he'll be questionable, at best, to suit up in Week 9 against the Seahawks. The […]

No Practice For Delanie Walker

Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker (ankle) wasn't spotted at practice on Wednesday. The veteran tight end missed Week 8 and could be headed for multiple missed games moving forward. He's not a must-hold in shallow leagues at this point after a strong start to the year. Jonnu Smith has stepped up with Walker hurt […]

Chase Edmonds Out Of Practice

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (hamstring) was not participating in practice Wednesday. The only portion open to the media was the stretching portion, and you can pretty much assume Edmonds is out Thursday night. Kenyan Drake's workload will be tapered back since he just joined the team on a short week. David Johnson (ankle) […]

David Montgomery Has Tough Matchup

Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery could struggle to deliver an encore performance in Week 9 after posting his best game as a pro against the Chargers last week. Montgomery is coming off a 135-yard rushing performance but will go up against an Eagles Defense that is allowing the sixth fewest fantasy points to opposing […]

Chris Thompson Still Not Practicing

Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson (toe) remains out of practice on Wednesday. Thompson is dealing with turf toe and hasn't played since Week 6. He seems unlikely to play in Week 9 against the Bills, and even if he's active, he'd be a desperation RB3/flex in deep PPR leagues in Washington's poor offense. If […]

Derwin James Not Close To Returning For Chargers Defense

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said that safety Derwin James (foot) will not resume practicing this week, and it may be "some time" before he's ready to return. James is on Injured Reserve and is unlikely to return this year at this point. Despite his absence and continued injuries to the defense, the […]

Christian McCaffrey Limited Wednesday

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday, but head coach Ron Rivera is not concerned with McCaffrey's status for Week 9 against the Titans. The Panthers are just being cautious with their star running back. He will play this Sunday and is a must-start fantasy back as the top […]

Evan Engram Could Be The Key For The Giants On Monday

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram finds himself in another tough spot against the Cowboys on Monday. Engram has been a disappointment since returning from his MCL injury and now gets more competition for targets with Sterling Shepard back from his concussion. However, now three weeks removed from injuring his MCL, it's possible that […]

Golden Tate Remains A Sell-High Before Monday Night

New York Giants wide receiver Golden Tate is still an ideal sell-high candidate prior to this week's showdown against the Cowboys. Sterling Shepard (concussion) has already returned to practice, which will cut into Tate's targets. Since the Cowboys are currently allowing the second-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers, Tate remains unlikely to deliver a strong […]

Saquon Barkley Gets A Challenge On Monday

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will face a tough test when the Giants take on the Cowboys on Monday night. The Cowboys are currently 12th in the NFL in points per game allowed to running backs; however, their pass defense is even stingier, which means the Giants will likely have to succeed on […]

Daniel Jones Not Streamable On Sunday

New York Giants starting quarterback Daniel Jones is off the streaming radar in single-quarterback leagues when he takes on the Cowboys on Monday. The rookie beat up on a depleted Lions secondary last week, but he'll find the sledding much tougher this week. The Cowboys come into the game giving up the fifth-fewest fantasy points […]

George Kittle Primed For Breakout Game

While San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has been doing yeoman’s work for most of the year, he could be rewarded handsomely in Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals. Despite leading the team in all relevant receiving metrics, ranking second amongst NFL tight ends in target share (25.8 percent) and on pace for over […]

Cowboys Defense Looks Good for Week 9 Lineups

The Dallas Cowboys Defense looks like a strong option for Week 9 fantasy lineups. Taking on the New York Giants on Monday Night Football and coming out of their bye week, the Cowboys defense could be one of the best units of the week. They were excellent in their last game against the Eagles two […]

Eagles Defense Looks to Build on a Strong Performance

The Philadelphia Eagles Defense had one of their best performances of the season in Week 8 against the Buffalo Bills and will look to build on that in Week 9 against the Chicago Bears. The Bears were able to get some offense going on the ground last week, but the Eagles front seven pose a […]

Brett Maher a Solid Kicking Option in Week 9

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher is a solid kicking option for Week 9 fantasy lineups. Maher has shown tons of leg strength this season and is an even better option in leagues with distance bonuses on field goals. The Cowboys shouldn't have much issue moving the ball against the New York Giants Defense, so Maher […]

Jake Elliott OK as a Kicker for Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott is an OK option as a fantasy kicker for Week 9. Elliott was perfect on the season heading into Week 8, but he missed an extra point in the win against the Buffalo Bills. Elliott isn't getting the kind of volume you usually like to see for a kicker in […]

Jason Witten Not a Great Starter in Week 9

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten is not a great fantasy starting option in Week 9. The Cowboys face off against the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, and despite having a bad defensive unit overall, the one thing the Giants do decently is defend opposing tight ends. Witten is ranked in the bottom […]

Dallas Goedert Looks to Continue His Ascension in Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert will look to continue his ascension into the TE1 ranks in Week 9. The Eagles take on the Chicago Bears who, despite a very strong pass defense, can be exploited by opposing tight ends. Since Week 6, Goedert has seen just one less target than "starter" Zach Ertz, but […]

Zach Ertz Hopes for a Boost in Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz is having a very disappointing season and seems somewhat at risk of falling behind Dallas Goedert in Philly. Ertz has seen 17 targets and put up 19.2 PPR points since Week 6, while Goedert has seen 16 targets and compiled 37.9 points. For the season, Ertz has a mediocre […]

Randall Cobb Not a High-Upside Play in Week 9

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Randall Cobb is a low-upside option in Week 9. Despite a great matchup on Monday Night Football against a soft New York Giants Defense, Cobb is no better than a dart-throw filler option at the position. Ezekiel Elliott, Amari Cooper, and Michael Gallup are expected to take control of this game, […]

Michael Gallup Set for a Solid Week 9

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup is set for a solid Week 9 performance. The Cowboys will hit the road for a Monday Night Football contest against the New York Giants and their very forgiving defense. Gallup and Amari Cooper should have no problems getting open and moving the ball downfield. Gallup is a solid […]

Amari Cooper Could Be the Top Receiving Option in Week 9

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper is one of the top receiving options in Week 9 and has a legitimate chance to be the WR1 overall. Cooper and the Cowboys face off against the New York Giants on Monday Night Football. The Cowboys offense should have no problem picking up yards and points against a […]