Patrick Corbin Solid on Tuesday

Washington Nationals left-hander Patrick Corbin took a hard-luck loss on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles. Corbin pitched seven innings, allowing two runs on four hits to go along with nine strikeouts. The southpaw coughed up two runs in the first inning but settled down nicely after that. Unfortunately, the Nationals offense was shut out and […]

Marcus Stroman Hit With Loss Tuesday

New York Mets right-hander Marcus Stroman struggled on Tuesday in a loss to the Chicago Cubs. Stroman pitched six innings, but allowed four runs on six hits and two walks. He struck out seven. Stroman kept the ball in the infield with nine ground ball outs, but he was also touched up for two home […]

Mike Leake Dominates on Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake earned a win on Tuesday over the San Francisco Giants. Leake went 7 1/3 innings, allowing just two runs on four hits to go along with two strikeouts. He succeeded with 11 ground ball outs despite the low strikeout total. At this point of the season, Leake isn't someone to […]

Didi Gregorius Still Absent

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (shoulder) remains out of the starting lineup on Wednesday. Gregorius hasn't played since being hit by a pitch in the shoulder on Sunday, but he remains day-to-day. Tyler Wade gets the start at shortstop and will bat ninth against Mariners left-hander Justus Sheffield. Wade, who hits left-handed, is hitting […]

James White Poised To Have Big Role In Passing Game

New England Patriots running back James White is part of a solid backfield. While fellow running back Sony Michel was utilized more in the rushing game, White was the bigger threat catching the ball in 2018. White put up modest rushing numbers a year ago, but it was his receiving stats that have fantasy players […]

Jalen Ramsey To Follow Tyreek Hill In Week 1

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Todd Wash said that cornerback Jalen Ramsey will follow Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill around in Week 1. Ramsey is one of the top cover corners in the NFL, so life won't be easy for Hill out of the gates in the regular season. Still, Hill has the speed to burn […]

Cameron Maybin Back In Lineup

New York Yankees outfielder Cameron Maybin (wrist) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday, starting in left field and batting eighth against Mariners left-hander Justus Sheffield. Maybin has been very solid for the Bombers this year, hitting .297/.375/.500 with eight homers, 40 runs, 26 RBI and seven stolen bases, but he's also been struggling […]

Cardinals Not Expected To Call Up Dylan Carlson

The St. Louis Cardinals are not expected to call up outfield prospect Dylan Carlson this year unless a series of injuries happen above him on the depth chart. Carlson has been impressive, though, winning Texas League Player of the Year after he was promoted to Triple-A Memphis just weeks ago. The 20-year-old switch-hitter led the […]

Allen Robinson Is Healthy And Hungry

Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson is finally fully healthy after battling injuries the last three years -- 2015 was his last healthy season. It was also his best. He caught fire, plucking 80 balls for 1,400 yards and 14 touchdowns, good for a top-seven overall finish in fantasy points. That is simply the cream […]

Adrian Houser Hoping To Make Next Start

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Adrian Houser (hip), who was forced to leave his start early on Tuesday against the Cardinals, said he's sore but hopeful of making his next start. The right-hander has been one of the team's better pitchers in the second half, and he's sporting a nice 3.52 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 87 […]

Jerick McKinnon Suffers Another Setback

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch said "yesterday was not encouraging" as far as running back Jerick McKinnon's (knee) return to practice. This latest setback almost assures that McKinnon won't be ready for Week 1, and he could be placed on Injured Reserve. McKinnon tore his ACL and missed all of last season. He's […]

Jake Butt To Undergo Knee Procedure

Denver Broncos tight end Jake Butt (knee), who has already had three ACL surgeries in his career, experienced soreness in his left knee and will undergo a minor procedure, according to a source. You have to wonder how much longer Butt will be around if he can't stay on the field. The Broncos also have […]

Melvin Gordon To End Holdout Soon?

ESPN Los Angeles' Eric D. Williams expects that running back Melvin Gordon will end his holdout in time to be on the Week 1 roster. That doesn't necessarily mean that Gordon will be up to speed to carry a full load in the regular season opener against the Colts, but it would be excellent news […]

Emmanuel Clase To Open Against Angels

Texas Rangers pitcher Emmanuel Clase will serve as the opener in front of Ariel Jurado against the Angels on Wednesday. Clase has a 4.35 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and nine strikeouts in just 10 1/3 innings at the major league level this year. He won't have any fantasy value as the opener and is likely to […]

Kolten Wong Returns Against Brewers

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (toe) is back in the starting lineup and is at second base and hitting second against Brewers starter Jordan Lyles. Wong fouled a ball off his toe last Saturday but pinch hit Tuesday night and was 2-for-2 with a double and two RBI. He's been really hot in […]

Jordan Thomas Will Play Extensively Against Rams

Houston Texans tight end Jordan Thomas is expected to see extended snaps in Thursday's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams. NFL teams usually don't play their starters in the final game, so this appears to be confirmation that Thomas has fallen behind Darren Fells -- and possibly behind Jordan Akins -- on the depth […]

Mike Moustakas Remains Out Wednesday

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (wrist) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday for the second straight day. It's not a serious injury, so Moose could be back in the lineup any day now. Cory Spangenberg is at third base and will hit seventh against Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty. The 28-year-old performed very […]

Stop That Hype Train! Kareem Hunt

Kareem Hunt's 2018 season was abruptly cut short when the Kansas City Chiefs released him in November after a video surfaced showing him knocking over and kicking a woman in a Cleveland hotel. Then, in February, the Cleveland Browns signed Hunt to a one-year deal before the NFL finished their investigation into the matter. Browns […]

Darren Waller A Big Part Of More Aggressive Offense

Oakland Raiders tight end Darren Waller was mentioned in the same breath as Antonio Brown and Tyrell Williams from head coach Jon Gruden on Tuesday. With an emphasis this season on the offense being more aggressive by throwing up more 50-50 balls, Waller is poised to thrive with this mentality. With the primary defensive focus […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Hits Missile Out Of Coors Field

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. had just one hit, a solo home run, in Tuesday's 10-6 win over the Rockies. According to BaseballSavant, it was a 478-foot, 112 mph bomb that entered the atmosphere at Coors Field, marking Bradley Jr.'s 17th long ball of the season. Six of his 13 hits in August […]

Justin Carter's Bold Predictions - 2019 Fantasy Football

It's bold prediction SZN and I am ready! This is the space for going out on a limb and making predictions that you're only maybe 10 percent sure will happen, but 100 percent sure that you want to happen. This is where, last year, I confidently proclaimed Patrick Mahomes a top-five fantasy quarterback before, umm, […]

Christian Vazquez Clubs 19th Homer In Win

Boston Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez only notched one hit in Tuesday's win over Colorado, a two-run homer in the fourth inning. Vazquez has taken a steep ascent up the fantasy catcher rankings with his career year of 112 hits, 55 runs, 57 runs batted in, and 24 walks on top of his 19 bombs. […]

Xander Bogaerts Takes Advantage Of Coors Field

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts finished 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, and two runs scored in Tuesday's win over Colorado. Bogaerts sent a line drive over the center field wall in the fifth inning for his 28th long ball of the year. He hasn't stopped mashing all season and has already set […]

Rick Porcello Survives Coors Field

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Rick Porcello allowed just two runs over five innings, while striking out five and walking none in a 10-6 win over the Rockies on Tuesday. Porcello was solid, despite scattering eight hits. Although, none of them were a home run, which is just the eighth time in 27 starts this […]

How to Avoid the "My Guys" Trap

Have you ever sat alone in a dark room and addressed your perception versus reality problem? The problem I’m referring to, naturally, is your love for certain fantasy players and lack of recognition for others. Have you mock drafted and paid attention to the guys with higher ranks that you just gloss over until your […]

Derek Carr (QB, OAK) - 2019 Fantasy Football Sleeper

You can convince me about drafting a top-tier running back inside the first four or five picks; we're talking about true game-changers there. You can convince me about drafting a top-tier wide receiver from picks five to 15; there are just a few elite-wideouts available, after all. But will you never convince me of getting […]

Why Zero-RB Still Won't Work in 2019

Zero-RB is a popular strategy that is touted online by several fantasy analysts. The gist of it is basically avoiding the running back position completely throughout the first few rounds of the draft, or taking a first-round workhorse, and then targeting wide receivers and maybe a premium tight end early on. The strategy, if properly […]

Tyrell Williams To Get More 50-50 Balls This Season

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden stated he wants Derek Carr to throw more 50-50 balls this year with a more talented group of receivers. This mentality boosts Tyrell Williams’ value the most as he’ll likely find himself in more single coverage with Antonio Brown being the primary focus of the defense. Carr thinks Williams […]

Analyzing Value in the 2019 Rookie RB Class (Part 1)

Last year was a particularly great year for rookie rushers, and it served as a reminder for how important it is to get familiar with these backs. Let's analyze the 2019 rookie running back class by considering college statistics, training camp chatter, preseason usage, and projected roles heading into the season. If recent history tells […]

Lucas Giolito Goes Six Innings Versus Twins

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito picked up another quality start on Tuesday versus the Minnesota Twins. Giolito allowed four hits, two runs, three walks and struck out nine over six innings. Giolito was hurt by a pair of solo home runs by Marwin Gonzalez and Jonathan Schoop in the second inning, but cooled […]