March 11, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (knee) will be sidelined for a third straight game on Wednesday against the Orlando Magic. He continues to deal with right knee tendonitis and will have his next chance to return on Friday versus the Dallas Mavericks. In Allen's absence,
Dean Wade has looked decent as a starter, recording a 13-point, 10-rebound double-double in Monday's victory over Philadelphia.
Thomas Bryant's workload has also slightly increased, but his numbers aren't good enough to warrant fantasy consideration.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 11, 2026
Detroit Tigers infield prospect
Kevin McGonigle went 1-for-3 with a solo home run during Monday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays. This was the top prospect's first long ball of spring training. Overall, McGonigle has looked quite comfortable facing MLB-caliber pitching, posting a .318/.444/.636 slash line with two doubles, one home run, and one stolen base. He has struck out just five times over these 22 at-bats. McGonigle is under serious consideration to break camp with the MLB roster and appears to be in a good position to do so, as he avoided the first round of roster cuts, which saw fellow top prospect,
Max Clark, sent to the minor leagues. In 2025, McGonigle spent the season across Low-A, High-A, and Double-A and posted an overall .305/.408/.583 line with a .991 OPS. Given his production in camp, McGonigle is emerging as a favorite to start on Opening Day, which makes him a prime late-round target in all drafts.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 11, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward
Cameron Johnson (back) is expected to play on Wednesday night against the Houston Rockets, as the team has listed him as probable. Johnson struggled with back spasms during Monday's loss to Oklahoma City. His move to Denver has not worked out well for Johnson, who has managed only 11.1 points per game. The 30-year-old recently had his second game of the season with zero points. Over his last six outings, Johnson has contributed only 7.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, shooting a horrible 27.9 percent from the field.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 11, 2026
Cleveland Guardians left-handed pitching prospect
Parker Messick logged another strong outing on Monday afternoon and continues to make a strong case to begin the campaign in the starting rotation. Messick logged 4 2/3 innings against the Kansas City Royals and allowed no runs with just two hits and one walk. He struck out four. Over his three appearances in camp (two starts), the young southpaw has tossed 9 1/3 innings to the tune of a 1.93 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and a 7:4 K:BB. He made his MLB debut late in the 2025 season and looked quite comfortable, posting a 2.72 ERA with a 1.31 WHIP over his first 39 2/3 innings. He is currently competing alongside
Logan Allen and
Joey Cantillo for one of the final starting positions. If he were to break camp in the rotation, he would have solid late-round sleeper appeal.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 11, 2026
Chicago White Sox catcher
Kyle Teel (hamstring) was removed from Tuesday's World Baseball Classic game against the United States due to right-hamstring discomfort. Before exiting the contest, the young catcher was off to a roaring start, going 2-for-2 with a solo home run and a double. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status, as he may not be able to return for the remainder of the tournament. Last season, Teel made his MLB debut with the Chicago White Sox and posted a solid .273/.375/.411 line with eight long balls and three stolen bases over a 78-game stint. At Triple-A (50 games), Teel held a .295/.394/.492 line with eight home runs and seven sotlen bases. If Teel were to have a delayed start to the regular season, fantasy managers should expect fellow young backstop,
Edgar Quero, to operate as the primary option.
--Andy SmithSource: Bob Nightengale
March 11, 2026
Denver Nuggets point guard
Jamal Murray (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Murray injured his left ankle last week but played through it in Monday's loss to Oklahoma City. The probable designation indicates that Murray will remain in the lineup on Wednesday night. Murray has already faced the Rockets three times this season, with averages of 25.7 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game. He has finished all three contests with three makes from downtown.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 11, 2026
Rickie Fowler is playing some of his best golf in 2026. The American golfer has four Top 25 results and his worst was a T-28. Fowler has enjoyed a hot putter gaining 0.807 strokes (15th). No one has seen that level of execution from Fowler since 2017. He led the tour that year by the way. Fowler has also been more consistent with the putter with a high one-putt percentage of 43.61% (24th). He is averaging only 28.2 putts per round (39th). Amazingly, Fowler is more impressive with his 65.71% driving accuracy (21st). He has improved every year since 2022 in that metric. Fowler imploded at Sawgrass last year on the weekend (82-79) but hope springs eternal especially from a betting perspective at the Top 10 or Top 20 level.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Sepp Straka was right there to potentially win the Arnold Palmer Invitational. The golfer from Austria was well inside the Top 10 when disaster struck on Sunday. Sepp started out T-3 on Sunday and dropped 10 spots after a 76. Straka bogeyed four straight holes and then 16 for good measure. Missed putts and errant shots erased what might have been a great result. He still has solid results historically at TPC Sawgrass. Straka has three Top 20 results over the past four appearances. It is intriguing that Straka's odds to lead after Round 1 have shortened to +4000 via DraftKings (+4500 to win the event). That presents as a viable option.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Jordan Spieth still does not have a Top 10 in 2026. The American golfer has finished T-12 and T-11 in back-to-back events, however. Spieth is puzzling because one never truly knows how he will perform at TPC Sawgrass. Yes, Spieth has one Top 20 result in his last five appearances at THE PLAYERS Championship. One key with the play of Spieth has been strokes gained to putting (0.74, 1.73, 1.61). 2023 was probably his best chance to win but a Sunday 72 quashed any hope of that. Spieth just has not been able to put together four solid rounds on the Sawgrass course. Expecting that this week feels unlikely which makes him hard to gauge for DFS outlooks.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Justin Rose has not had the best time in Florida. The English golfer has missed consecutive cuts after a solid Top 40 at Pebble Beach. Rose has mostly the putter to blame for this. He lost 1.7 strokes last week and 1.64 the event before. Even his driver distance was off at Bay Hill (0.3 yards off the average). Worse, driver accuracy has been 10, 8, and 10% below the norm in his three missed cuts for 2026. Bluntly, Rose has to make putts and miss fewer fairways. History has not been on his side at TPC Sawgrass. Rose has missed three of the last four cuts here and has shot over par in four straight appearances on Friday. He remains a fade from a betting standpoint as his numbers have only lengthened (+8000 via DraftKings).
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Maverick McNealy had one bad round at The Genesis Invitational. The American golfer missed the cut as a result but bounced back at Bay Hill with a T-13. That marked his fourth Top 25 result of the young 2026 season. McNealy did have another iffy Friday with a 74 but followed that up with a 69-70 weekend. He has mostly been in solid form and THE PLAYERS often rewards that. Driving accuracy is under 60% and greens in regulation is around average at 68.43%. However, McNealy has gained a respectable 0.27 strokes on approach to the green (53rd). With a star-studded field, he may go under the radar from a betting standpoint.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour in 2026 was significant. The American golfer delivered a final round 66 at the Cognizant Classic which vaulted him into the Top 10. It was his best round so far. Despite poor starts in his first three events (73-75-74), Koepka carries some intrigue heading into THE PLAYERS Championship. One thing which will need to improve is putting (0.872 strokes lost - 167th). He has 100 putts through three opening rounds. Koepka seems to relax as the rounds go by (26.5 putts per round on Sundays). If he can improve his form on Thursday, Koepka can be a betting factor come Sunday.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
March 11, 2026
Nicolai Hojgaard has been red-hot to start the season, posting results of T22-T3-T6-T24 through his first four events. He looks to keep it going at THE PLAYERS, where he has competed twice, missing the cut both times. TPC Sawgrass rewards players who find fairways, play well on approach, and convert opportunities on the greens. Hojgaard ranks fifth in total strokes gained (+1.628 per round), 18th on approach (+0.605), and 51st in putting (+0.325). He has struggled a bit with driving accuracy, ranking 111th, but has made up for it with distance, sitting eighth. Hojgaard is also 90th in proximity from 125-150 yards and 62nd from 150-175 yards, ranges that accounted for 36.5% of all approach shots here last year. At $7,500 on DraftKings, Hojgaard presents strong upside at a mid-tier price.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
March 11, 2026
Robert MacIntyre put together his third top-25 finish of the season at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, losing over 5.4 strokes on approach but finishing T24. He now turns to THE PLAYERS, where he has three career starts, including two missed cuts and a ninth-place finish here last year. TPC Sawgrass rewards players who find fairways, play well on approach, and convert opportunities on the greens. MacIntyre has been elite with the flat stick, ranking 13th in strokes gained putting (+0.828 per round), and is 72nd in total driving, but he has struggled greatly with his irons. He ranks 148th on tour in strokes gained on approach (-0.750 per round), 154th in proximity, and 130th in greens in regulation. MacIntyre's volatility with his ball-striking and up-and-down results at TPC Sawgrass make him the ultimate boom-or-bust option at $8,800 on DraftKings.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
March 11, 2026
Matt Fitzpatrick recorded his first finish outside the top 25 this season at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, struggling on Sunday and finishing T41. He looks to return to his top-end results at THE PLAYERS, where he has nine career starts with five missed cuts and two top-10 finishes. TPC Sawgrass rewards players who find fairways, play well on approach, and convert opportunities on the greens. Fitzpatrick ranks 20th in strokes gained on approach (+0.585 per round), 11th in driving accuracy, and 13th in total driving. His only notable weakness has been on the greens, where he is losing -0.236 strokes per round with the putter, though he has gained strokes with the flat stick in all but three starts at TPC Sawgrass. Fitzpatrick has been on a roll to start the season and presents a very solid option at $8,900 on DraftKings.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
March 11, 2026
Free-agent defensive lineman Logan Hall signed with the Houston Texans on an undisclosed deal on Tuesday, a source told Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Hall was drafted in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft out of the University of Houston by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 25-year-old had 101 tackles (53 solo), 10 sacks, 15 tackles for loss, 23 QB hits, four pass breakups, and a forced fumble in 66 games (39 starts) in his four years with Tampa. Hall had a career-high 5.5 sacks in 16 games with the Bucs in 2024. He will not be on the fantasy radar in IDP formats in what should be a rotational role on Houston's defensive line in 2026 behind both Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson. In 17 games last year in his final season with Tampa, Hall had a career-high 39 tackles (18 solo), 1.5 sacks, six QB hits, a pass breakup, and a forced fumble.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
March 11, 2026
Sam Burns has struggled to start the year, with three missed cuts through five events, though he has also registered a T6 finish at Pebble Beach. His usually reliable putter has been anything but that, sitting 70th on tour in strokes gained putting (+0.171 per round), a number heavily influenced by gaining nearly 5.2 strokes on the green in his opening round at Pebble Beach. He looks to get something going at THE PLAYERS, where he has competed five times, with his best result being a T26 in 2022. Burns ranks just 135th in driving accuracy, 69th in total driving, and 105th in strokes gained on approach (-0.125). He also sits 64th in proximity from 125-150 yards and 94th from 150-175, ranges that accounted for 36.5% of approach shots here last year. Burns typically makes up for his lack of elite ball-striking with a strong putter, but it hasn't been as sharp this season. Despite this, he still offers upside with the flat stick that could push him above others in this range, making him a high-risk, high-reward option.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
March 11, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders have received calls from "several" teams inquiring about the availability of All-Pro pass-rusher Maxx Crosby (knee) in a trade after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of their trade for Crosby on Tuesday, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. For now, the Raiders are prepared to get Crosby "healthy and have him play for Las Vegas." However, they are listening to other teams. Apparently, the Ravens didn't like what they saw in the 28-year-old's physical after he had meniscus surgery in January. Although Crosby has gone under the knife quite a bit in his career, he's started 104 of the 110 games he's appeared in and is expected to be ready for the start of the 2026 regular season this fall after the Raiders held him out of the final two games last year. His agent, CJ LaBoy, said Crosby is "on track to return during the offseason program." Regardless of where Crosby is playing in 2026, as long as he's healthy, he'll be a starting defensive line option in IDP fantasy formats.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN - Adam Schefter
March 11, 2026
Keegan Bradley has cooled off after a strong 2025 campaign, with three missed cuts and only one top-30 finish through his first five events this year. He now tries to find some momentum at THE PLAYERS, where he has played 14 times with five missed cuts and two top-10 finishes. TPC Sawgrass rewards players who find fairways, play well on approach, and convert their opportunities on the greens. Bradley ranks 133rd in strokes gained on approach (-0.465 per round) and 156th in putting (-0.697), but he has been solid off the tee, sitting 42nd in total driving. His iron play has been a major concern so far this season, ranking 137th in proximity from 125-150 yards and 164th from 150-175. That is troubling, considering 36.5% of all approach shots here came from those ranges last year. While TPC Sawgrass has produced a few strong finishes for Bradley in the past, his current form makes him difficult to trust this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
March 10, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys have signed quarterback
Sam Howell to a one-year contract, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Howell's journey around the NFC East continues; the former UNC product has already spent time with the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles, and he also made two appearances with the Seattle Seahawks in 2024. That 2024 campaign was the last time Howell saw game action, and at this point in his career, he's more of a steady backup option than a potential NFL starter. That explains why he's heading to Dallas, where he'll compete for the No. 2 quarterback job alongside
Joe Milton III (and behind
Dak Prescott). Howell's 26 total touchdowns in 2023 revealed his encouraging upside, but he also had 21 interceptions that year, pointing to some real turnover concerns. Fantasy managers should leave him on waivers in all leagues (including dynasty formats) as long as Prescott remains healthy.
--Andersen PickardSource: Adam Schefter
March 10, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers could make linebacker Patrick Queen available for trade this offseason, according to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Harris explains that a "handful of teams," including the Philadelphia Eagles, have inquired about trading for Queen. At this point, Pittsburgh isn't actively shopping the defender, but it appears that they're at least interested in making a deal. Specifically, Harris reports that the Steelers would like to acquire a mid-round draft pick in any trade for Queen. The former first-round pick has spent six seasons in the AFC North -- four with Baltimore and two with Pittsburgh. He's a two-time Pro Bowler and has recorded at least 117 tackles in each of the last four years. While the Eagles have already been linked to Queen, Harris also raises the idea of a potential trade with the Dallas Cowboys, who are actively seeking linebacker upgrades despite already adding Rashan Gary.
--Andersen PickardSource: Nick Harris
March 10, 2026
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Osa Odighizuwa could be available for trade this offseason, according to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports. Jones wrote that teams are reportedly "keeping an eye" on the defender's status, and many of those organizations "believe he can now be traded for." The rumors are one thing, but whether a trade will actually come to fruition remains to be seen. Odighizuwa's contract is a key factor for a potential trade partner to consider. Entering Year 2 of a four-year, $80 million contract, Odighizuwa is controllable for another few seasons, but he's also a bit pricey. The 27-year-old has appeared in 17 games for four consecutive years, starting 13 of those 17 contests in 2025. He amassed 44 tackles, 23 quarterback hits, and 3.5 sacks throughout the course of the season. If he does get dealt, the Cowboys could look for a little more production out of fellow veteran defensive end Solomon Thomas.
--Andersen PickardSource: Jonathan Jones
March 10, 2026
Free-agent linebacker Lavonte David (knee) has expressed a desire to continue playing in Tampa Bay. In fact, he said that he will retire if he does not re-sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This isn't a very surprising verdict from the veteran defender, who has spent all 14 of his NFL seasons with the Bucs. He continued to play at a high level during his age-35 campaign last year, starting all 17 games with one interception, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, 3.5 sacks, and 114 tackles. David, who recently underwent arthroscopic surgery to clean up his knee, indicated that he'll make a decision on his future sooner rather than later. If he does return to the Bucs for another season, he'll presumably compete for a starting linebacker role alongside recent free agent addition Alex Anzalone.
--Andersen PickardSource: Rick Stroud
March 10, 2026
The Cleveland Browns have signed center Elgton Jenkins to a two-year contract, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. The 30-year-old is a former second-round pick and two-time Pro Bowler who spent each of his first seven NFL seasons with the Green Bay Packers. He has experience across various spots on the offensive line but will presumably slot in as the Browns' starting center, replacing free agent Ethan Pocic. Jenkins has started every game in which he has played since 2020, but injuries limited him to a modest nine contests in 2025. The Browns will hope that he can stay healthier in 2026 to provide more consistency along an offensive line that struggled last season. Cleveland's unit finished second-worst among 32 teams in PFF's end-of-year offensive line rankings.
--Andersen PickardSource: Adam Schefter
March 10, 2026
The Washington Commanders have signed linebacker Leo Chenal to a three-year deal, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic. The former third-round pick hit free agency for the first time in his career this offseason, following a four-year stint in Kansas City. Across 14 games (12 starts) with the Chiefs last season, he totaled one interception, two passes defended, two sacks, five quarterback hits, and 58 tackles. The University of Wisconsin product played a key role in Kansas City, and he should have similar responsibilities in a Washington defense looking to make key improvements from last season. He should start opposite Frankie Luvu and is presumably the Commanders' preferred choice to replace free agent Bobby Wagner on defense.
--Andersen PickardSource: Nicki Jhabvala
March 10, 2026
The Tennessee Titans have signed free-agent defensive tackle Jordan Elliott to a two-year, $8 million deal that is worth up to $8.5 million in total, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Eliott spent the last two years in San Francisco, and he'll now follow his former 49ers defensive coordinator, Robert Saleh, to Tennessee, where Saleh is the new head coach. Elliott was one of the few 49ers' defensive contributors who stayed healthy for most of last season, as he made 16 starts across 16 games in 2025. He was held without a sack for the second consecutive season, but he did amass a respectable 31 tackles and two quarterback hits. He figures to be a key piece of Tennessee's defense as the unit looks to take a major step forward in 2026 under Saleh's guidance.
--Andersen PickardSource: Adam Schefter
March 10, 2026
Xander Schauffele finished tied for 24th at last week's Arnold Palmer Invitational, and this was followed by a tie for seventh finish at the Genesis Invitational two weeks ago. Schauffele has now rattled off three straight top-25 finishes, and he has gained strokes across the board in his two prior starts. Schauffele finished 72nd in last year's PLAYERS Championship and tied for second in the 2024 edition. Over the past 12 months, Schauffele ranks in the 82nd percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 100-150 yards in the fairway. This is important because over 30% of approach shots came from this distance at last year's PLAYERS Championship.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
March 10, 2026
Rory McIlroy is set to return at this week's Players Championship held at TPC Sawgrass after he withdrew before his third-round tee time due to a back injury at last week's Arnold Palmer Invitational. McIlroy was sitting at 4-under before withdrawing and was within striking distance of the leader, Daniel Berger. McIlroy won the Players Championship last year and finished tied for 19th in 2024. Over the past 12 months, McIlroy ranks in the 92nd percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 100-150 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because at last year's Players Championship, over 30% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
March 10, 2026
Jake Knapp is set to return at this week's Players Championship held at TPC Sawgrass after he had to withdraw before his first-round tee time due to illness at last week's Arnold Palmer Invitational. Knapp has had an excellent start to the 2026 season by rattling off four straight top-10 finishes and five straight top-15 finishes. Knapp finished tied for 12th at the 2024 PLAYERS Championship and tied for 45th in 2023. Over the past 12 months, Knapp ranks in the 43rd percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 100-150 yards in the fairway. This is important because at last year's Players Championship, over 30% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
March 10, 2026
Viktor Hovland found his putting stroke at last week's Arnold Palmer Invitational, and that buoyed him to a tied-for-13th finish that was followed by a tie for 41st finish at The Genesis Invitational two weeks ago. Hovland has secured four top-25 finishes in six starts this season. Hovland has struggled at TPC Sawgrass in the past, missing the cut last year and finishing tied for 62nd in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Hovland ranks in the 98th percentile in proximity to the hole on approach shots from 100-150 yards in the fairway. This is important because at last year's PLAYERS Championship over 30% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
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