Vance McDonald Misses Thursday Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald (foot) did not participate in his team's practice on Thursday. McDonald got in a limited session on Wednesday but was not on the field for Thursday's practice. It is unclear if McDonald suffered a setback with his foot or if the team is simply holding him out to limit […]

Randall Cobb Looks To Start The Season On A Good Note

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb has seen his production decrease the last few years with the emergence of Davante Adams. Cobb has a better path to targets this year with Jordy Nelson going to the Oakland Raiders, but the Packers added another target in tight end Jimmy Graham. The Packers will be going […]

Jalen Ramsey Added To Injury Report

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (ankle) was added to the injury report on Thursday with ankle soreness. This injury won't keep Ramsey from suiting up in Week 1 against the Giants. He'll be locked in a battle with elite receiver Odell Beckham Jr. That matchup will be must-watch football.

Panthers Sign Connor Cook To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent quarterback Connor Cook to the practice squad on Thursday and released defensive tackle Kendrick Norton from the practice squad in a corresponding move. The team also reached an injury settlement with defensive tackle Jeremiah Sirles, and he has been released from the Injured Reserve. Taylor Heinicke remains the backup to […]

Sam Bradford Says Knee Feels Good

Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback Sam Bradford said his oft-injured left knee is healthy and feels "as good as it has felt in a long time." "From a physical standpoint, I think he's great," head coach Steve Wilks said. "I think the knee is strong. He's at a good place right now, and he had a […]

Cameron Meredith's Role Unclear

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith's role heading into Week 1 against the Buccaneers is unclear, especially since the team kept slot man Austin Carr around. Meredith has been a full participant in practice this week while recovering from a knee injury that kept him out all of last year. Meredith might have his […]

Mackensie Alexander Returns To Practice

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. It's a good sign that Alexander will have a chance to suit up in Week 1 against the 49ers. When healthy, Alexander will typically be the slot cornerback, with Xavier Rhodes and Trae Waynes on the edges.

Albert Wilson Has High Hopes For Offense

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson is very optimistic about the offense in 2018. “I think we’re gonna be amazing,” Wilson said. “We’re gonna shock a lot of people. We’re gonna stretch the field and get the ball in a lot of different people’s hands and watch them make plays.” Miami finished 28th in scoring […]

Travis Kelce Has Tough Week 1 Matchup

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is coming off an excellent 1,000-yard campaign in 2017. However, Patrick Mahomes is replacing Alex Smith under center, so it's unclear if Kelce will be targeted at the same volume. The Chargers pass defense is strong, and only gave up three touchdowns to tight ends last season. DFS […]

Spencer Ware Will Likely See Limited Playing Time

Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware missed all of the 2017 season after suffering a knee injury. Kareem Hunt took over for Ware and put himself atop of the depth chart in KC. Ware is expected to be the backup behind Hunt, but his touches are going to be limited. The Chargers run defense […]

Marquez Valdes-Scantling Not Expected To See Much Action

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling does not figure to play heavily into Green Bay’s game plan against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. The rookie wide receiver has looked capable at times during the preseason, but is currently buried on the depth chart. We will learn a bit about where he stands during the […]

Zach Brown Should Be Ready For Week 1

Washington Redskins linebacker Zach Brown (oblique) practiced for the first time in more than a week on Wednesday and should be ready to play in Week 1 against the Cardinals. Brown is a top-10 IDP option at his position after recording 100-plus tackles each of the last two seasons with Buffalo and Washington. Start him […]

Sammy Watkins Has Tough Matchup in Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins is looking for a bounce-back season after having a disappointing season with the Rams last year. He'll have gunslinger Patrick Mahomes throwing him passes, so that should give Watkins some upside. However, the Chargers defense ranked in the top five covering the pass last season. Watkins is worth […]

Equanimeous St. Brown Is Not Going To Be A Factor in Week 1

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown does not figure to have much of a role in the offense as Green Bay starts the season against the Chicago Bears on Sunday night. St. Brown was close to being cut as training camp ended and is currently very low on the depth chart. St. Brown […]

Texans Work Out Akeem Hunt, Charles Sims

The Houston Texans worked out free-agent running backs Akeem Hunt and Charles Sims on Thursday. Houston is noticeably lacking for running back depth behind Lamar Miller, with Alfred Blue the main backup. Tyler Ervin and rookie Gregory Howell round out the group. Sims was cut by the Buccaneers last weekend and Hunt had just eight […]

Vikes Won't Say If Dalvin Cook Will Be On Pitch Count

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo was coy on whether running back Dalvin Cook will be on a pitch count in Week 1 against the 49ers. "We’re not sure yet. We’re going to see how it goes. There’s nothing that hasn’t told us that he can’t carry the load. If there’s something that during the […]

Marlon Mack Returns To Practice

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) returned to practice on Thursday for the first time since early August. However, he still figures to be a long shot to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack should be avoided this weekend, even if he somehow suits up. It's expected to be rookie Jordan Wilkins […]

Anthony Castonzo Optimistic About Playing In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) is optimistic that he will play in Week 1 against the Bengals. He said his hamstring felt good in practice on Wednesday and that he'll push himself some more on Thursday. Castonzo could still be listed as questionable for this weekend, but he's trending in the right direction. […]

Eric Berry Still Out Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs safety Eric Berry (heel) remained out of practice on Thursday. It doesn't look like Berry will be able to play in Week 1 against the Chargers, which is really bad news for an already thin KC secondary. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers could easily pick apart this secondary in the season opener at […]

Lance Kendricks Unlikely To See Many Snaps In Week 1

Green Bay tight end Lance Kendricks is unlikely to see much action on Sunday night against the Chicago Bears. Kendricks, who arrived in Green Bay last year, is currently the longest tenured tight end on the roster. After a disappointing 2017 he currently finds himself third on the depth chart behind Jimmy Graham and blocking […]

No Practice For Olivier Vernon

New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice on Thursday, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. It's not looking good that Vernon will suit up for Week 1 against the Jaguars. That's really bad news for the Giants defense as a whole, but it's great news for Jags quarterback Blake Bortles. Vernon […]

Tyreek Hill Should Be Reliable in Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is coming off an outstanding second season with the Chiefs. The scary part is that Hill might actually be able to get even better. Hill has gunslinger Patrick Mahomes taking over under center, which should help Hill's production. The Chargers defense ranked top five against the pass last […]

DeAndre Washington Unlikely To Be Active

Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington (knee) is unlikely to be active or see much playing time in Week 1 against the Rams on Monday. He is the fourth running back behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard. Washington is recovering from a knee scope late in training camp and did not practice on […]

Marcedes Lewis To Have Limited Role In Week 1

Green Bay tight end Marcedes Lewis is unlikely to see many, if any, targets on Sunday night when the Chicago Bears come to Green Bay. Lewis is second on the depth chart at tight end behind Jimmy Graham. Lewis was signed primarily for his ability as a blocker. While he is a capable, although underwhelming, […]

Cordy Glenn Says He'll Play In Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Cordy Glenn (shoulder) was limited in practice with a shoulder injury on Wednesday, but he said he's fine and will play in Week 1 against the Colts. Glenn is tasked with keeping quarterback Andy Dalton clean, and he should be able to suit up.

Mark Andrews To See Increased Playing Time

Baltimore Ravens rookie tight end Mark Andrews should see increased playing time in Week 1 against the Bills with fellow rookie Hayden Hurst (foot) ruled out. Andrews is the second best pass-catching tight end on the team behind Hurst, and he'll have deep sleeper appeal in DFS games. Wide receiver Willie Snead could see some […]

Rex Burkhead To Be Eased In

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) has been cleared to play in Week 1 against the Texans, but he's expected to be eased into the mix with an acclimation process that needs to take place. Rookie Sony Michel (knee) will be questionable for the season opener, so it's possible the Pats lean more […]

Daryl Williams Practicing Again Thursday

Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams (knee) is practicing again on Thursday. Williams is recovering quickly from a torn MCL and dislocated kneecap, but it's unrealistic for him to be ready for Week 1 against the Cowboys. Carolina's offensive line will be a weakness for them as long as Williams isn't playing.

Kareem Hunt Should Be Productive in Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt is coming off an excellent rookie season with KC. However, Patrick Mahomes is now the quarterback, so who knows if the Chiefs can be productive passing the ball against the Chargers. The Chiefs will likely need to lean on the running game more against the Chargers defense that […]

Jack Conklin Could Return Around Week 4

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) is expected to return around Week 4. Conklin was limited in practice on Wednesday but just recently came off the Physically Unable to Perform list. Conklin is one of the best right tackles in the NFL, so the sooner Tennessee gets him back, the better.