Sterling Shepard Ruled Out For Week 8

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) was limited in practice again on Thursday, but he will not play in Week 8 against the Lions. Shepard has already suffered two concussions this year, so the Giants are playing it really safe with him. He's been out since Oct. 6 against the Vikings. Golden Tate […]

Giancarlo Stanton Suffered Grade 2 Quad Strain

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (quadriceps) suffered a Grade 2 quadriceps strain in the American League Championship Series against the Astros, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It was a year full of injuries for the 29-year-old, as he played in just 18 games in the regular season and hit .288/.403/.492 with three home […]

Patrick Mahomes Practicing Again Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) is practicing again on Thursday, but he's not expected to do a whole lot for the second straight day. Mahomes is recovering from his dislocated kneecap at a good rate, but he's still unlikely to play in Week 8 on Sunday night against the Packers. But the athletic […]

Saquon Barkley Practicing In Full

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (ankle) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. Barkley had a little injury scare in his return to action last week, but ultimately he's fine and will be ready to go in a nice matchup in Week 8 against the Lions on the road. Barkley played a […]

Keep Rolling With The Bills Defense In Week 8

The Bills Defense has been one of the most consistently productive fantasy defenses this year. They've only allowed over 17 points in a game just once this year, to the Dolphins last week - surprisingly enough. This week, the Bills face the Eagles, who have scored 24.4 points per game this year. Expect the Bills […]

Nolan Jones Undergoes Surgery On Thumb

Cleveland Indians third baseman Nolan Jones (thumb), the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, had surgery on his right thumb on Wednesday. The youngster will start his rehab this week with the goal of doing unrestricted baseball activities at the start of spring training next year. The 21-year-old left-handed hitter batted .272/.409/.442 with 15 homers, […]

Dawson Knox Not A Strong Starting Option In Week 8

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox played only 52% of the team's offensive snaps in Week 7, a season low for him. Fellow tight end Tyler Kroft made his Bills debut in the game and despite not seeing a target, Kroft still played 45% of the team's offensive snaps, a bad sign that he and […]

Phillies Hire Joe Girardi As Manager

The Philadelphia Phillies hired Joe Girardi as their new manager on Thursday, according to a source. Girardi is replacing Gabe Kapler, who was fired after just two seasons and a middling record in Philly. The Phillies signed Bryce Harper last offseason but missed the playoffs and went 81-81 for fourth place in the National League […]

Jake Arrieta Won't Opt Out Of His Deal

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta will not exercise the opt-out clause in his contract after coming off elbow surgery. He's heading into the final year of a three-year, $75 million contract and will earn $20 million in 2020. The right-hander posted an ERA above 4.00 (4.64) for the first time since 2013 and went […]

Luke Voit Undergoes Surgery

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (hernia) had surgery to repair core-muscle injuries, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Voit was having a fantastic year in pinstripes before a hernia knocked him out for most of August. The 28-year-old slugger finished the year hitting .263/.378/.464 with a career-high 21 home runs and 62 RBI […]

Masahiro Tanaka Has Bone Chips Removed From Elbow

New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (elbow) underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove bone spurs from his right elbow, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It's a notable procedure, but Tanaka should have enough time to heal up before spring training of 2020. The Japanese right-hander went 11-9 with a 4.45 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and […]

Jonathan Isaac Saddled With Foul Trouble In Season Opener

Many have looked at the 2019-20 year as the season that Orlando Magic small/power forward Jonathan Isaac takes a significant jump forward as it pertains to his role with the franchise. He didn’t get off to a tremendous start during Wednesday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, playing just 24 minutes due to foul trouble. In […]

Aaron Hicks To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery on Oct. 30 and will be out for eight to 10 months, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Hicks was sidelined for a lot of the second half with his elbow injury, but he returned in the postseason. The 30-year-old switch-hitter has put […]

Duke Williams Is Too Risky Of A Start In Week 8

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Duke Williams has played two games with the team so far and has caught every target sent in his direction. Unfortunately, there have only been five. Williams and the Bills face a favorable matchup against a lackluster Eagles secondary in Week 8. Williams might end up delivering one or two big […]

Markelle Fultz Drops 12 Points Off Bench In Magic Debut

The much anticipated debut of former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz in an Orlando Magic uniform came during the team’s season-opening win Wednesday over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Fultz made each of his first four shot attempts en route to collecting 12 points across 23 minutes, shooting 6-for-12 overall. In addition, he added six assists […]

O.J. Howard Held Out Of Practice Thursday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard (hamstring) is being held out of practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. It's not a good sign for Howard's status this Sunday against the Titans, but he could return to practice on Friday and be fine. Still, this is not what fantasy owners want to see […]

Cole Beasley Is A WR3/WR4 Option In PPR Leagues

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley had his worst yardage output of the season in Week 7, but his day was saved by his first touchdown of the year. Against the Dolphins in Week 7, Beasley caught just three of his six targets for 16 yards. This week, Beasley and the Bills face off against […]

Strong Chance Sterling Shepard Sits Out In Week 8

There is a "strong possibility" that New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) remains out in Week 8 against the Lions, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. Shepard could still get cleared from the league's concussion protocol on Friday, but that seems unlikely with the team taking extra precaution since Shepard has had two […]

Nikola Vucevic Paces Club With Team-High 21 Points In Win

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic kicked off the 2019-20 campaign with a 21-point effort that saw him shoot 8-for-16 from the floor and lead the team in scoring. He came just a rebound shy of recording a double-double, while also pitching in three assists. Apparent was his role as the primary scorer on an Orlando […]

John Brown Should Deliver In Week 8

Buffalo Bills wide receiver John Brown has had at least five receptions in all but one game so far this year and has recorded over 65 receiving yards in all but one game as well. This week, Brown and the Bills face off against the Eagles, who have struggled mightily to contain receivers this year. […]

Marcell Dareus Having Surgery, Out 4-6 Weeks

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Marcell Dareus (abdomen) is having core muscle surgery on Thursday, according to sources. The procedure has a high rate of a full recovery and generally comes with a four- to six-week timetable for a return. Dareus is one of the team's best run-stopping defenders, so Jacksonville's D will be a little […]

Tristan Thompson Records Double-Double In First Game Of Year

Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson tied for the team high with 16 points during Wednesday’s loss in the season opener to the Orlando Magic. His stat line was right in line with where many fantasy owners envision the veteran big man finishing most nights as he went 8-for-11 from the floor and pitched in 11 […]

Dede Westbrook Not Expected To Practice Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (shoulder) is expected to be held out of practice for the second straight day Thursday. Receiver Marqise Lee (ankle) will also take a scheduled day off after being limited on Wednesday. Westbrook played through his shoulder ailment last week and had over 100 yards against the lowly Bengals. He'll […]

Kevin Love Snatches 18 Rebounds In Season Opener

Cleveland Cavaliers power forward/center Kevin Love reminded the league that he remains an elite rebounder by reeling off 18 boards during Wednesday’s season-opening defeat to the Orlando Magic. While Love was quiet on the offensive end (11 points, 4-for-10 shooting overall), he also pitched in three assists across his 36 minutes. With both Tristan Thompson […]

Adrian Peterson Expected To Play Thursday Night

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (ankle), who is questionable for Thursday night against the Vikings, said he's feeling good and is expected to play. The future Hall of Famer will be playing through pain if he does suit up, however, so he might not see his normal number of snaps against his old team. […]

Domantas Sabonis Opens Season With Efficient Double-Double

Indiana Pacers power forward/center Domantas Sabonis had a breakout 2018-19 campaign as a 22-year-old. Now with the other starting forward slot all his in the Indiana rotation, Sabonis opened the new year by dropping 27 points on 11-for-15 shooting, adding in 13 rebounds for good measure during Wednesday’s loss to the Detroit Pistons. The left-hander […]

Luke Kennard Drops Career-High 30 Points In Win

Detroit Pistons shooting guard/small forward Luke Kennard was instant offense off the bench during Wednesday’s season-opening win over the Indiana Pacers. Kennard set a new career high with 30 points, tying his career best with six made triples across 28 minutes. The Pistons boast a plethora of wings that will jockey for minutes throughout the […]

T.J. Yeldon Not Worthy Of Rostering Or Starting

Buffalo Bills running back T.J. Yeldon was inactive in Week 7 due to the return of the team's No. 2 running back Devin Singletary. There is a good chance Yeldon will be inactive for the second straight week in Week 8, but regardless, there is no reason to consider rostering or starting Yeldon at this […]

Chris Godwin Is No. 1 In Fantasy Points Per Game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is No. 1 in fantasy points per game through eight weeks, averaging a whopping 26.2 points. His consistency has been phenomenal and seems to be improving each week. Godwin has done most of his damage away from Raymond James Stadium and will once again be traveling Week 8. […]

Frank Gore Is A Low-End RB2 In Week 8

Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore had a disappointing showing in Week 7, gaining just 66 total yards on 12 touches against the lowly Dolphins Defense. This week, Gore faces a much more difficult task, an Eagles Defense that has allowed the 6th-fewest rushing yards per game this year. In addition to that, the team's […]