Cowboys Not In Market For Backup QB

Dallas Cowboys owners Jerry Jones said the team isn't in the market for a backup quarterback "at this time." The Cowboys were high on free-agent quarterbacks Paxton Lynch and Connor Cook two years ago, but they will go with Cooper Rush and Mike White as the backups to Dak Prescott to start the year. Lynch […]

Patriots Waive Amara Darboh

The New England Patriots waived wide receiver Amara Darboh on Tuesday after claiming him off waivers from the Seahawks on Sunday, according to a source. This puts the Patriots back at just four receivers on their active 53-man roster. With Julian Edelman suspended for the first four games, receiver Chris Hogan and tight end Rob […]

Trent Brown Will Play Sunday

New England Patriots left tackle Trent Brown had an excused absence from practice on Tuesday and will return Wednesday and play in Week 1. Brown has the all-important job of protecting quarterback Tom Brady's blindside in 2018.

Patriots Work Out Stephen Anderson

The New England Patriots worked out free-agent tight end Stephen Anderson on Tuesday, according to a league source not authorized to speak publicly. Anderson was cut by the Texans on Sunday after catching 36 passes for two touchdowns over two years with Houston. He'd be behind Rob Gronkowski and Dwayne Allen if he signed in […]

Lions Signing Donnel Pumphrey

The Detroit Lions are signing free-agent running back Donnel Pumphrey to their practice on Tuesday. The Lions already have five running backs on their active roster, including Ameer Abdullah and Nick Bellore. Pumphrey, who didn't play at all for the Eagles in his rookie season, is not on the fantasy radar.

Jets Sign Davis Webb To Practice Squad

The New York Jets signed free-agent quarterback Davis Webb to their practice squad on Tuesday, releasing quarterback John Wolford in a corresponding move. The former third-round pick was surprisingly cut by the Giants over the weekend. He's merely a stash in the deepest of dynasty leagues.

Dolphins Sign Brandon Bolden

The Miami Dolphins signed free-agent running back Brandon Bolden on Tuesday and cut center Travis Swanson in a corresponding move. Bolden was cut by the Patriots over the weekend after just 13 carries for 67 yards in 2017. He's mostly a special teams ace and should not be considered by fantasy owners at this time.

Antonio Gates To Practice Wednesday

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said veteran tight end Antonio Gates will practice on Wednesday. However, Lynn said the team will see where Gates is conditioning-wise before deciding if he'll play in Week 1 against the Chiefs. “I don’t want to put him in a position where he goes out and hurts himself, […]

Royce Freeman Named Starter Entering Week 1

Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph named rookie running back Royce Freeman as the starter heading into Week 1 against the Seahawks. “That being said, it’s going to be by packages also. Royce is our leading runner, but on third downs you’ll probably see [Devontae] Booker and obviously having a package for Phillip [Lindsay]’s going […]

Jay Ajayi At Practice Tuesday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi is back at practice for the second straight day on Tuesday. Ajayi was dealing with an undisclosed lower body injury, but he appears to be fine for the season opener on Thursday against the Falcons. The Eagles may lean on Ajayi with quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) and wide receiver […]

Carson Wentz Is Close

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) is "close" to being ready. Wentz will be out for the season opener this Thursday against the Falcons, but he appears to be on track to return in Week 2 against the Buccaneers. Wentz has top-five fantasy upside at his position and would be […]

Markus Wheaton Back With Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles re-signed wide receiver Markus Wheaton on Tuesday after cutting him over the weekend. In a corresponding move, tight end Richard Rodgers (knee) was placed on Injured Reserve. Wheaton missed the first three preseason games with a hamstring injury and played 16 snaps in the preseason finale and did not catch a pass on […]

Bears Hoping To Have Roquan Smith In Week 1

Chicago Bears rookie linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring) is progressing from his strained left hamstring, and the team remains hopeful that he will play in Week 1 against the Packers. Smith had a 29-day holdout in training camp and then hurt his hamstring in his sixth practice on Aug. 21. The rookie has yet to practice […]

Giants Like Kyle Lauletta As Backup

The New York Giants have been impressed with rookie quarterback Kyle Lauletta enough that they waived Davis Webb over the weekend. The experience of 30-year-old Alex Tanney also won him a spot on the roster as the third QB. However, the team will visit with free-agent quarterback Matt McGloin this week. Head coach Pat Shurmur […]

Dallas Goedert Not a Strong Option in Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles rookie tight end Dallas Goedert is not a strong fantasy option in a Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Goedert will certainly have a role this season, especially in the first few weeks while Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) is out, but with Zach Ertz as the starting tight end, Goedert will be playing […]

Zach Ertz Could Have a Monster Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz could have a huge Week 1 on Thursday night. With Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) out for the game and Nick Foles starting under center, the entire Eagles offense could realistically rest on Ertz's shoulders. He's ranked as the TE3 for Week 1, but has legitimate TE1 upside this week and […]

Rex Burkhead Appears Ready for Week 1

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) should be ready to go for Week 1. It appears the Patriots feel confident about his and fellow back Sony Michel’s health. The Patriots recently released running back Mike Gillislee. Along with Gillislee being gone, the Dolphins have just signed former Patriot Brandon Bolden. This has left […]

Mike Wallace Is a Risky Play for Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Mike Wallace is a risky play for Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. He has some upside, but he comes with a lot of risk. With Nick Foles getting the start in place of Carson Wentz (knee), the Eagles will likely be a bit more conservative with the deep ball, which […]

James Washington Expected To Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (abdomen) is expected to return to practice this week. Washington picked up what he called a minor abdominal injury during the third preseason game and has been sidelined since. The rookie wideout may only practice on a limited basis this week but he could be in line to make […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster A WR2 Against Browns

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster will look to stay hot against the Cleveland Browns when the regular season kicks off on Sunday. Smith-Schuster didn't catch any passes the first time these two teams met in 2017 but he shredded them for nine catches, 143 yards, and a touchdown in their Week 17 contest. Granted, […]

Vance McDonald Should Begin To Practice This Week

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald (foot) should begin practicing, at least on a limited basis, this week. McDonald missed most of training camp with a foot issue but he should at least get in some limited work as his team gears up to face the Cleveland Browns in Week 1. McDonald is expected to […]

John Brown A Sleeper Target In Week 1

After a strong preseason showing, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver John Brown is a candidate for an extended workload in Week 1 against the Buffalo Bills. Teammate Michael Crabtree faces a tough challenge on the outside against on of the league's best cornerbacks in Tre'Davious White, which will force quarterback Joe Flacco to look Brown's way […]

Nelson Agholor Could Do Well on Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor could have a strong start to the season on Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons. He'll be working as the team's WR1 because of Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) needing a few more weeks to recover from offseason surgery. Agholor was shaping up as a solid WR3 even with Jeffery around, […]

Darren Sproles Not a Great Week 1 Option

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles is not a recommended fantasy option for Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Sproles is back for one more season in the Philly backfield, but he'll be sharing third downs with Corey Clement and won't see much of the field if any on early downs. Sproles should still be […]

Joe Flacco Locked In As Week 1 Starter

Despite the Baltimore Ravens decision to keep quarterback Robert Griffin III on their 53-man roster, Joe Flacco is locked in as the Ravens Week 1 starter against the Buffalo Bills. Flacco heads into the matchup facing one of the worst pass rushes in the league, according to Pro Football Focus, which ranks 31st in the […]

Corey Clement Unlikely to Make Much Noise in Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement isn't expected to make much noise in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Clement will be the main backup for starter Jay Ajayi and will also mix in on third down plays along with veteran Darren Sproles. Clement is a high-upside running back for the 2018 season and could […]

Michael Crabtree Faces Uphill Battle In Week 1

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Michael Crabtree faces a tough challenge Week 1 against cornerback Tre'Davious White and the Buffalo Bills formidable secondary. White performed as one of the top-ranked cornerbacks in the league as a rookie in 2017, a performance that was complemented greatly by strong play at the safety position from Jordan Poyer. Pro […]

Jay Ajayi Could Struggle on Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi could struggle on Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons. He's been missing some practices and limited in others due to a foot injury, but he is expected to play in Week 1. Still, he's a mid-range RB2 at best, so owners should temper their expectations. The Falcons defense should […]

Alex Collins With Solid Week 1 Matchup

Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins heads into Week 1 primed for a solid showing against the Bills at home. Buffalo's run defense ranks in the middle of the league, according to Pro Football Focus, despite the additions of nose tackle Star Lotulelei and rookie linebacker Tremaine Edmunds. Edmunds is known to be more of […]

Nick Foles Unlikely to Replicate Super Bowl Heroics in Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles will get the start for the Eagles in Week 1, but he isn't a recommended starter for your fantasy team. With the team's top wide receiver, Alshon Jeffery (shoulder), missing the first game, Foles will have a limited cast to work with. Foles is currently in the lower end of […]