Roc Thomas Ruled Out

Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Roc Thomas (ankle) was limited in practice on Friday but has been ruled out for Week 1 against the 49ers. Wide receiver Stacy Coley (groin) practiced in full and was taken off the final injury report. With Thomas inactive, rookie Michael Boone should be the third back behind Dalvin Cook […]

Tyler Eifert Practices Fully On Friday

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert (back) was able to take part in a full practice session on Friday and he will start in Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. It always seems to be touch and go with the talented and oft-injured tight end, and it seems he's already in midseason form in terms […]

Mackensie Alexander Doubtful, Xavier Rhodes Questionable

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) was limited in practice on Friday but is doubtful for Week 1 against the 49ers. Fellow cornerback Xavier Rhodes (hamstring) was a full participant but is questionable. With Alexander looking unlikely to play in the season opener, rookie corner Mike Hughes may be tasked with covering the slot. Regardless, […]

Jared Cook Looking To Have Another Consistent Season

Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook is coming off a consistent year, which he will look to build on this season. Last year, Cook averaged over three receptions per game last year, with over 12 yards per catch. He ended with only two touchdowns for the entire season, which held him back in terms of […]

Doug Martin The Clear No. 2 Running Back This Season

Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin has his role set coming into Week 1 versus the Rams. Martin was brought in during the offseason to back up Marshawn Lynch, but we don't know what role he will play in the offense. Martin saw limited action in the preseason with only seven carries over two games, […]

Marshawn Lynch Set For Solid Workload Versus Rams

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch will be in line for consistent carries Monday night versus the Rams. Last season, Lynch had double-digit carries in 11 of his 15 games, while averaging over four yards per carry. The passing matchup for the Raiders is tough this week, so Lynch should see good volume, as the […]

Jordy Nelson Ready For Bounce-Back Season

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Jordy Nelson is ready for a rebound after what was a disappointing season in his final year in Green Bay. Last season, Nelson had under 500 yards last season with only six touchdowns. Nelson is the clear number two receiver for the Raiders, so he should see a good share of […]

Amari Cooper Has Tough Matchup On Monday Night

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper is set for a tough matchup on Monday night versus the Rams. Cooper is the clear number one receiver for the Raiders, which means he will be drawing the opposing teams top cornerbacks each week. That means he will see either Aqib Talib or Marcus Peters on the outside, […]

Terrelle Pryor Looks To Be Ready For Week 1

New York Jets wide receiver Terrelle Pryor (ankle) was able to practice in full for a second consecutive day on Friday, and barring any setbacks he'll be ready for Monday's Week 1 tilt against the Detroit Lions. Pryor could be in line for a larger than expected role, fighting for targets with Quincy Enunwa. That's […]

Derek Carr Looking To Start The Season Strong

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has a tough matchup versus the Rams but is looking to put up a strong performance. The Rams finished last season with the 3rd DVOA against the pass and have only added more defensive playmakers in the offseason. Carr is coming off a slow season in terms of production and […]

Josh Gordon Removed From Injury Report

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon (hamstring) practiced in full on Friday and was removed from the Week 1 injury report. Gordon won't start on Sunday against the Steelers, but he'll surely be involved. He has boom/bust potential for fantasy owners as a WR3/flex play.

Quincy Enunwa Goes Through Full Practice

New York Jets wide receiver Quincy Enunwa (thumb) was able to take part in a full practice session for the second consecutive day on Friday. Enunwa appears to be a go for Week 1 against the Detroit Lions on Monday night. It's good, too, as Jermaine Kearse (abdomen) is still limited and could be sidelined. […]

Jack Conklin Ruled Out

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) has been ruled out for Week 1 against the Dolphins. Conklin was recently activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list and may not make it back until around Week 4. He's one of the best right tackles in the NFL, so the longer he's out, the worse […]

DeAndre Carter Plays In Slot

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Deandre Carter played a significant amount in the slot in Thursday's season opener against the Falcons, with Shelton Gibson playing more outside. As of now, it doesn't appear that the Eagles trust Gibson more than Carter. Neither wideout is worth a starting spot in fantasy leagues going into Week 2 against the […]

Corey Clement May Not Be A Big Backfield Weapon

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson cautioned that the team is wary of using running back Corey Clement that much in the backfield because he is a special teams player as well. "Start with Corey (Clement): We gotta be careful giving him a lot of extra touches from the standpoint that he’s also a special […]

Jay Ajayi To Be Used More

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said the team will use running back Jay Ajayi more going forward after he saw just three carries in the first half on Thursday. "Jay was nursing a little bit of a lower body (foot) injury for a couple weeks and I just wanted to make sure he as […]

Joey Bosa In Walking Boot Friday

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) was seen in a walking boot on Friday, which is not a good sign for his availability in Week 1 against the Chiefs. Bosa practiced on Wednesday but was downgraded to out on Thursday, which is typically an ominous sign. He could be a game-time decision on […]

Eric Reid Doubtful To Play In Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs safety Eric Berry (heel) "probably won't" play in Week 1 against the Chargers, according to head coach Andy Reid. Reed will be listed as doubtful on the final injury report. The Chiefs had been listing Berry as day-to-day this week, but it never looked realistic that he'd suit up. His expected absence […]

Jermaine Kearse Limited On Friday

New York Jets wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (abdomen) was limited at practice on Friday after sitting out on Thursday. Still, Kearse isn't expected to be available in Week 1 against the Lions on Monday. With Kearse likely out, Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa and Terrelle Pryor should be the team's top three wideouts.

Devonta Freeman Is Fine After Injury Scare

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (knee) is fine, according to a source. Freeman injured himself in the fourth quarter against the Eagles on Thursday, but he should be good to go for Week 2 against the Panthers. The 26-year-old had six carries for 36 yards (6.0 yards per carry) and three catches for 14 […]

Keanu Neal Out For The Year

Atlanta Falcons safety Keanu Neal (knee) suffered a torn ACL in the Week 1 game against the Eagles on Thursday and is out for the year, according to a source. As ESPN's Adam Schefter notes, this is a huge blow for the Falcons secondary and defense overall, as Neal was one of their best overall […]

Vance McDonald Ruled Out For Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald (foot) has been ruled out for Week 1 against the Browns. Jesse James will start at tight end. McDonald has never played a full season in his five years in the NFL, and he won't do it in 2018. He had just 14 catches for 188 yards and one […]

Eddie Goldman Signs Extension

The Chicago Bears signed defensive tackle Eddie Goldman to a four-year, $42 million contract extension on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes $25 million in guarantees and makes him one of the highest paid players at his position. Goldman is more of a run stuffer than he is a pass rusher, as he […]

Ray-Ray McCloud Ruled Out

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud (knee) has been ruled out for Week 1 against the Ravens after missing the entire week of practice. McCloud is way down the depth chart, even in Buffalo, so he wouldn't have been on the fantasy radar even if he were active.

Marlon Mack Practices Friday

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) practiced with the team on Friday. This makes it the second practice in a row for Mack, who could potentially make an appearance when the Colts face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. Still, his workload would likely be put on a pitch count and fantasy owners would […]

Daryl Williams Questionable

Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Cowboys. Williams has made a fast recovery from a gruesome knee injury, but don't be surprised if the team holds him out as a precaution. With left tackle Matt Kalil already out, Carolina's offensive line will be very shaky […]

Olivier Vernon Officially Ruled Out

Updating a previous report, New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Week 1 against the Jaguars. Vernon didn't practice all week and was never a realistic option to play while dealing with a high ankle sprain. He may be questionable for Week 2 as well. Without Vernon, the […]

Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Jalen Ramsey Not On Injury Report

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (abdomen) and cornerback Jalen Ramsey (ankle) are not listed on the final injury report for Week 1 against the Giants, meaning they will both play in the game. ASF is a TE1 sleeper in his debut with his new team, as the Giants were terrible at defending tight ends […]

DeVante Parker Listed As Doubtful

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) is officially listed as doubtful for Week 1 against the Titans. Parker will not play in this game and might also miss Week 2. In his absence, Kenny Stills will be the No. 1 receiver. Albert Wilson, Danny Amendola and Jakeem Grant will also see their roles increase. […]

Falcons Red-Zone Struggles Continue Into Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons red-zone struggles from 2017 continued in Week 1 on Thursday night in an 18-12 loss to the Eagles. In five red-zone trips, the team had a touchdown, field goal, interception turnover on downs and ran out of time at the end of the game. The Falcons ran 17 plays in the red […]