Baker Mayfield Struggles In Third Preseason Game

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield struggled in his team's third preseason game on Friday. Mayfield completed 10-of-26 passes for 72 yards and an interception against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played the entire first half, leading his team to just nine points on three field goals. While it was an uninspiring outing for Mayfield, it […]

Kerryon Johnson Sees Light Workload

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson again saw a light workload during the Lions Week 3 preseason matchup against the Bills. The Lions, and Johnson, seem to be content with letting him see a few touches each preseason game to see some live action but not enough to really risk injury. Johnson had two carries […]

Matthew Stafford Looks Regular-Season Ready

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford went 12-for-19 for 137 yards and a touchdown in his brief outing during the Lions Week 3 preseason matchup. Even though it was a brief outing, Stafford was able to prove that he is regular-season ready. He will likely remain sidelined for the Lions final preseason game next week. Stafford […]

Niko Goodrum Removed From Game Early

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) left the game early on Friday due to left groin tightness. Goodrum just returned on Thursday from an absence related to a groin issue, so this isn't good news and could send him to the injured list. The 27-year-old had a walk in two plate appearances before leaving and […]

Brian Anderson Injured Friday

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (hand) left the game early on Friday after being hit in the hand by a pitch. The good news is that Anderson had a run scored, RBI and a walk in two plate appearances before leaving the contest. Anderson's fantasy owners would hate for him to miss time now, […]

David Price To Throw Simulated Game Tuesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (wrist) is scheduled to throw a simulated game on Tuesday. It was initially believed that Price could return as soon as this weekend against the Padres, but he'll have to wait until next weekend against the Angels now. The veteran left-hander was much better in the first half […]

Kenjon Barner To Be Main Kick Returner

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn said that running back Kenjon Barner will "lead the way for us" at the return position. It doesn't mean much unless you're in a deep league that counts return yardage. Barner, 30, played in nine games with the Patriots and Panthers last year and ran the ball just 19 […]

Dare Ogunbowale Impressing With Route Running

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Dare Ogunbowale has outperformed veteran Andre Ellington in the battle for the third-down role, although Ellington has familiarity with head coach Bruce Arians' offense from their time in Arizona. Ogunbowale looks powerful between the tackles and is a very strong route runner. "Just being able to finish runs ... [Ogunbowale's] […]

Peyton Barber Ahead Of Ronald Jones II?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber, who led the team last year with 871 rushing yards and five touchdowns, has gotten first-team carries ahead of Ronald Jones II this preseason. Barber is good at getting yards after contact and is more trustworthy with the ball in his hands. Jones was gaining steam after a […]

D.K. Metcalf Recovering Nicely After Surgery

Seattle Seahawks rookie wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (knee) will be active and doing stuff next week, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Carroll also said there has been no swelling in Metcalf's knee since his surgery. There's still a chance that Metcalf makes his NFL debut in Week 1, but it's looking doubtful as of […]

Hype Building Around Dede Westbrook

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook was targeted by quarterback Nick Foles on seven of his 10 throws in the preseason game on Thursday night. Offensive coordinator John DeFilippo told Troy Aikman that Westbrook is the best route runner he's ever been around. Westbrook is the team's No. 1 receiver in an offense that should […]

Amari Cooper Dealing With Muscle Strain

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that wide receiver Amari Cooper (foot) is dealing with a muscle strain in his foot. It was previously believed that he was suffering from plantar fasciitis, but whatever the diagnosis, Cooper has said that he's not overly concerned and has been productive while playing through the injury […]

Dustin May To Start Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie starting pitcher Dustin May will start on Monday against the Padres. The 21-year-old from Texas has made three starts and one relief outing since making his major league debut and has a 4.26 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, 15 K's and three walks in 19 innings for the Blue. It remains to be […]

Mitch Haniger Shut Down Again

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (back, groin) will be temporarily shut down again to wait for his back issues to clear up. It's usually never a good year with you rupture a testicle. Haniger has been out since that happened on June 6, and it's looking like he won't be able to contribute for fantasy […]

Diontae Johnson Set Back By Injuries

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie wide receiver Diontae Johnson (hip, legs) may not play in the preseason game on Sunday against the Titans. The third-rounder out of Toledo hasn't practiced since he caught three passes for 46 yards and a touchdown in the preseason game against the Chiefs last Saturday. The Steelers would like to see more […]

Jaron Brown Likely To Be No. 2 Wideout To Open Season

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaron Brown is likely to be the team's No. 2 receiver behind Tyler Lockett to open the season until rookie D.K. Metcalf is back to full strength. David Moore suffered a serious injury in practice on Thursday and could open the year on Injured Reserve. Brown caught two of three targets […]

Luke Voit Begins Rehab Assignment Friday

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (hernia) will start his minor league rehab assignment on Friday, and the team is hoping he'll come off the injured list when they return from their road trip in a week. That means that Voit should be returning right before the calendar flips to September. The 28-year-old should […]

Hunter Pence Scratched On Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Hunter Pence (back) was scratched from the starting lineup on Friday with lower back tightness. Nick Solak is serving as the designated hitter and will bat fifth against White Sox starter Dylan Cease. Consider Pence day-to-day for now. Solak, who was acquired from the Rays this summer, has burst onto the scene […]

Darwin Thompson is Getting Goal-Line Work

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darwin Thompson is reportedly getting goal-line work with the first-team offense. It appears at this point that Thompson has passed Carlos Hyde on the depth chart. Damien Williams, Darrel Williams and Thompson are expected to be the backs for Week 1. Hyde doesn't play special teams or really offer the Chiefs […]

Drew Lock An Option For Injured Reserve

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said it's a possibility that rookie quarterback Drew Lock (thumb) begins the season on Injured Reserve. Lock suffered a severely sprained right thumb during a sack early in the third quarter of the preseason game on Monday against the 49ers. He'll be limited to conditioning work the remainder of […]

Trevor Story is Resting on Friday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Story will get a rare off day in this one, but should be back in the lineup for next game. Garrett Hampson will cover shortstop and bat eighth versus righty Jack Flaherty. Hampson doesn't have […]

Derwin James To Begin Season On IR

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James (foot) had successful surgery on Thursday to fix a stress reaction of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot and will be placed on Injured Reserve to begin the season. James was an All-Pro and was elected to the Pro Bowl in his rookie season after totaling 75 solo […]

C.J. Cron is Out on Friday

Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers. The Twins will give their slugging first baseman a routine day off here. Ehire Adrianza will cover first base and bat seventh versus righty Drew VerHagen. Adrianza has been unstoppable with the bat lately, so […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Sitting Versus Padres

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the San Diego Padres. The Red Sox are without a designated hitter in this series, so JBJ will take a sit. He'll likely sit out throughout most of the series, so fantasy owners should seek other options […]

Aledmys Diaz To Start Rehab Assignment Saturday

Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz (head) will start his rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock on Saturday and will play both Saturday and Sunday. The 29-year-old Cuban should return to the Astros at some point next week, where he'll help fill the void left by Carlos Correa's (back) injury. Diaz has been a decent utility […]

Todd Frazier, Wilson Ramos Sitting on Friday

New York Mets third baseman Todd Frazier (rest) and catcher Wilson Ramos (rest) are out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Both veteran sluggers will get a routine rest day off. Luis Guillorme will get the start at third base and bat sixth versus righty Mike Foltynewicz. Tomas Nido will […]

Nick Markakis Ahead Of Schedule

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis (wrist) is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a fractured wrist, according to manager Brian Snitker. Markakis will need at least several more weeks before he even considers a return to Atlanta, which is too late for fantasy owners in 2019. The 35-year-old veteran was hitting .284/.358/.429 with nine […]

Starlin Castro is Resting on Friday

Miami Marlins infielder Starlin Castro (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Castro will get a rare off day here as he plays just about every single game. Neil Walker will play third base and bat second versus righty Vince Velasquez. Walker has been hot since returning from […]

Jose Martinez Expects To Start Rehab Assignment Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jose Martinez (shoulder) said that he expects to start his rehab assignment with Double-A Springfield on Monday. Barring any setbacks, Martinez could return to the Cardinals at some point late next week. The 31-year-old is hitting .266/.336/.401 on the season with 10 home runs, 42 runs and 40 RBI in 312 […]

Jeimer Candelario Activated, Optioned to Minors

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (thumb) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. However, Candelario will be sent to the minors, so Dawel Lugo will remain the guy at third in Detroit. Candelario hit .198 with seven home runs and 24 RBI with the Tigers this season. There is potential in […]