Texans Claim Diontae Johnson Off Waivers From Ravens

The Houston Texans claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, according to sources. The move comes after the news that Texans wideout Tank Dell (knee) will miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL and dislocating his knee in Saturday's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Johnson, […]

Miles Sanders Going Through "Return To Play" Protocols

Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (ankle) is going through "return to play" protocols on a daily basis. Sanders was placed on Injured Reserve in late November due to a sprained ankle, but it sounds like he has a shot to return to play in one of the final two games of the season for […]

Xavier Legette Could Be Fighting Uphill Battle To Return In Week 17

Carolina Panthers rookie wide receiver Xavier Legette (groin) is progressing, and head coach Dave Canales "likes the strides he's making." However, Canales also said Legette needs to make significant improvement to be ready to go for Week 17 against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. The Panthers want to get the rookie receiver back […]

Damian Lillard Unavailable Monday Due To Illness

According to Eric Nehm of The Athletic, Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (calf) will not play against the Chicago Bulls on Monday due to a non-COVID-related illness. Lillard was already listed as doubtful going into Monday after missing two consecutive games due to a right calf strain. While the 34-year-old is sidelined, players like Delon Wright, […]

Zach Charbonnet Should Be Full-Go For Thursday

Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (oblique) "was limited during the (Vikings) game but signs are positive right now" that he can be a full-go in Week 17 on Thursday Night Football against the Chicago Bears, according to head coach Mike Macdonald. Charbonnet came out of Week 15 action with an oblique injury but ended […]

Browns Hopeful Dorian Thompson-Robinson Can Start In Week 17

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski is hopeful that quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson (calf) can start against the Miami Dolphins in Week 17 on Sunday despite picking up a calf injury in the Week 16 loss to the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. If healthy, Thompson-Robinson remains Cleveland's starter under center despite underwhelming in his first […]

David Njoku Undergoing MRI On His Knee

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that tight end David Njoku (knee) is undergoing an MRI exam for a knee injury that he suffered in the Week 16 loss to the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals. Njoku missed the Week 15 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs due to a hamstring injury he suffered the week […]

George Pickens Expected To Play On Christmas Day

Pending one final health confirmation for Week 17, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (hamstring) is expected to play on Christmas Day on Wednesday versus the Kansas City Chiefs. Pickens has missed each of the last three games and said himself on Monday that he hasn't been cleared yet, but apparently the Steelers are expecting […]

Jalen Hurts In Concussion Protocol

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said on Monday that quarterback Jalen Hurts (concussion) is in the league's concussion protocol. Sirianni said he will get daily updates from the doctors on Hurts' progress throughout the week. Hurts took a hard hit in the first half in Sunday's Week 16 loss to the division-rival Washington Commanders […]

Desmond Bane Tagged As Questionable Against Clippers

Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (illness) is considered questionable for Monday night's game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to an illness. The 26-year-old picked up the illness after their last game on Saturday when he played 27 minutes in the win over the Atlanta Hawks. If he's unable to play, Scottie Pippen Jr. and […]

Chargers Opening J.K. Dobbins' Practice Window

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh announced on Monday that the team is opening up the 21-day practice window for running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) to return from Injured Reserve. It means that Dobbins will be eligible to return to practice with the team this week, although it doesn't guarantee that he'll officially be […]

Marquise Brown's Snap Count Will Continue To Increase

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said on Monday that wide receiver Marquise Brown's snap count will keep increasing. Brown needed surgery for a shoulder injury that he suffered in the preseason and didn't make his debut with the team until this past Saturday in the Week 16 win over the Houston Texans. In […]

Ivica Zubac Considered Questionable Monday With Calf Issue

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (calf) is dealing with calf soreness and has officially been listed as questionable for Monday night's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 27-year-old hasn't missed a game yet this season, and he'll likely go into shootaround and warm-ups to see how his calf responds. Through 29 games, Zubac averages […]

Patrick Mahomes Thinks His Ankle Will Be Better Off In Week 17

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) said he should be in a better place injury-wise with his ankle for the Christmas Day game in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers than he was in Saturday's win over the Houston Texans. The 29-year-old two-time MVP suffered a mild high-ankle sprain in the Week 15 win […]

Parker Washington Snags Six Passes Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington reeled in all six of quarterback Mac Jones' targets for 54 yards in their 19-14 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Penn State product totaled 54 yards for the second week in a row but doubled his reception total from their loss to the New York Jets in […]

CBB DFS: DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (12/23/24)

All of the action today comes from the Diamond Head Classic in Honolulu. It's an all-day affair out on the Hawaiian Islands. Since we can't we there in person, we have to settle for DFS. Today's first game of the Diamond Head Classic pits Charleston against Loyola-Chicago. Next up is Oregon State and Oakland. Nebraska […]

Tim Patrick Falls Flat With No Receptions In Victory

Detroit Lions wide receiver Tim Patrick could not bring in his lone target in his team's 34-17 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 16. Patrick saw his snaps tick down in this one -- falling under 45 total for the first time since Week 12 (42). It was a disappointing effort from the 31-year-old […]

Jakob Poeltl Will Remain Sidelined On Monday

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (groin) has been ruled out Monday against the New York Knicks, which will be his third consecutive missed game. Poeltl is dealing with a groin strain, and there hasn't been a timetable for his return yet. The former ninth overall pick has been enjoying his best season yet with averages […]

Brenton Strange Comes Back To Earth With Minimal Production

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange hauled in 2-of-4 targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 19-14 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. He also coughed up a costly fumble just before halftime. The second-year pro was quiet in Week 16's loss, totaling just four targets one week after he commanded a ludicrous 12. Strange led […]

Noah Davis Signs Minor-League Deal With Red Sox

Free-agent right-hander Noah Davis announced on his Instagram account that he signed a minor-league deal with the Boston Red Sox over the weekend. Davis debuted in the big leagues in 2022 for the Colorado Rockies but has appeared in only 18 games (six starts) since then, posting a 7.71 ERA (5.65 FIP) and a 1.95 […]

No Decision Yet On Whether Mason Rudolph Will Start In Week 17

According to Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan, he has not yet made a decision on his starting quarterback moving forward. Jim Wyatt of TennesseeTitans.com reported the news. Mason Rudolph got his fourth start of the year in Week 16 after taking over for a benched Will Levis the Sunday prior. Rudolph played relatively well, […]

RJ Barrett Tagged As Questionable Versus Knicks

Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (illness) is suffering from an illness and has drawn a questionable tag for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. The Toronto native has only missed five games so far this season and averages 23.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 6.1 assists, and 2.0 threes per game. If he has to miss […]

Wil Myers Done With Professional Baseball

Free-agent outfielder/first baseman Wil Myers said last week that his professional playing career is over, even though he doesn't plan on officially retiring. Myers was most notably acquired by the San Diego Padres from the Tampa Bay Rays 10 years ago in a three-team trade that also sent shortstop Trea Turner to the Washington Nationals. […]

Kevin Love Available Against Nets

Miami Heat forward Kevin Love (personal) has been listed for personal reasons on the injury report but is considered available for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. He was unable to play in their last game against the Orlando Magic, so he'll likely slot back into his reserve role where he averages 11.3 minutes per […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Uncertain To Face Minnesota

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) is questionable for Monday's matchup versus the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 32-year-old has had a rough season, averaged 11.3 points and 33.7% shooting from behind the arc, both career-lows. With Trae Young (foot) also questionable, Bogdanovic has a chance to get more involved against Minnesota. However, if Young and Bogdanovic […]

Nikola Jovic Available Monday Against Nets

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (ankle) appeared on the injury report Monday but is considered available for the matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. He's still dealing with a left ankle sprain but is good to go after playing on Saturday. He finished with four points, one rebound, and one steal while shooting 0-for-3 from the […]

Trae Young Questionable On Monday Night

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) is questionable for Monday's game against the Timberwolves. The former Oklahoma Sooner missed Saturday's loss to the Memphis Grizzlies because of a heel contusion. He's also battled Achilles soreness, although he's been able to play through that injury. At any rate, if Young isn't available, Jalen Johnson, Dyson Daniels, […]

Andrew McCutchen Re-Signs With Pirates

Free-agent outfielder/designated hitter Andrew McCutchen re-signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday on a one-year deal worth $5 million, according to a source. Although McCutchen is clearly past his prime and is basically a full-time DH at this point in his career, the 38-year-old was highly coveted by the Pirates for his leadership skills in […]

Eloy Jimenez Agrees On Minors Deal With Rays

Free-agent designated hitter Eloy Jimenez and the Tampa Bay Rays agreed to a minor-league deal on Monday, according to sources. The 28-year-old played for the Chicago White Sox and Baltimore Orioles this past season and is now hoping to rebuild his career with the Rays. The 28-year-old right-handed hitter slashed only .238/.289/.336 with six home […]

Jimmy Butler Tagged As Questionable Against Nets

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (illness) has been listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets due to an illness. This illness took him out of their last game on Saturday, so it could cause a two-game absence if he doesn't feel well enough leading up to tip-off. If Butler is unable to […]