Damien Martinez Faces Uphill Battle to Productivity

Seattle Seahawks running back Damien Martinez is unlikely to have much fantasy value this season after he was cut from the 53-man roster at the end of the preseason. Martinez did sign with the Seahawks' practice squad and could sign with any team's roster at any point, but even then, he'd likely occupy a depth […]

Javonte Williams - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ team PPR leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3/FLEX option ANALYSIS: The Dallas Cowboys signed running back Javonte Williams in the offseason to lead the backfield after they let former 1,000-yard rusher Rico Dowdle sign with the Carolina Panthers. In 2023, Williams served as the primary back in Denver but was inefficient, totaling […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Javonte Williams, Miles Sanders, Jaydon Blue Outlooks

The NFL season kicks off on Thursday night, as the Dallas Cowboys head on the road to face the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. The NFC East contest will be one of the most anticipated games of the season, as fantasy managers get their first look at the new faces joining their rosters. Potentially the most […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Xavier Worthy, Jakobi Meyers, Jaylen Waddle Outlooks

As fantasy football drafts wind down, it’s time to shift our focus toward Week 1 lineups. Many analysts and casual fantasy football players seemed to agree that the wide receiver position was very deep. While that’s great for drafting, it can become a real pain when setting lineups. Several receivers in play for gamers in […]

Is Tank Dell Out for the Season? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update

Every year, injuries play a critical role in defining fantasy football seasons. Given the physical nature of the game, a player can go down with a season-changing injury at any time, and unfortunately, that has happened to Tank Dell throughout his NFL career. Every manager attacks injuries a little differently. One strategy is to just […]

TreVeyon Henderson Ahead of Schedule in Pass Protection?

New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson "moves like a much more experienced veteran, especially in pass protection," according to Jourdan Rodrigue. It's worth noting that this is Rodrigue's opinion, but she also quotes an unnamed coach who said Henderson has the makings of "a star." Henderson's explosiveness and big-play ability are easy to […]

Ha-Seong Kim Joining Braves

The Atlanta Braves claimed shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (back) off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. To make room for Kim, the Braves transferred third baseman Austin Riley (abdomen) to the 60-day injured list. Kim has been on the 10-day IL with inflammation in his lower back since Aug. 21, but the Braves are […]

Victor Wembanyama Looking "Quite Stellar"

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (illness) was cleared to return in July after dealing with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder last season. He last suited up in February's All-Star game before the condition ended his season abruptly. While the 21-year-old hasn't played since then, NBA insider Marc Stein mentioned he has "played […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Emeka Egbuka, Tetairoa McMillan, Rome Odunze Outlooks

Football is back! The NFL season gets underway on Thursday, September 4, so it's time to get your fantasy football lineups locked and ready to go for Week 1. Many players have been getting hyped coming into the season, and it's time to start seeing which of those players are really ready to make an […]

Christian Moore Demoted to Minors

The Los Angeles Angels optioned rookie second baseman Christian Moore to Triple-A Salt Lake on Monday. Moore joined the organization as the eighth overall pick in the 2024 draft, and it took him less than a year to earn his first promotion to the majors. After Moore slashed .350/.424/.575 with four home runs, 18 RBI, […]

Ollie Gordon II Could Be a Late-Game Finisher?

An NFC scout told Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic that Miami Dolphins rookie running back Ollie Gordon II is a "big back with nimble feet" who "could help Miami salt away leads." At 6'2" and 225 lbs., Gordon II could be the perfect complement to Dolphins RB1 De'Von Achane (calf), who is undersized but has […]

Riley O'Brien Cleared to Play Catch

St. Louis Cardinals reliever Riley O'Brien (shoulder) was given clearance to play catch on Monday after an MRI on his right shoulder yielded encouraging results, Daniel Guerrero of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. There was concern that O'Brien would require a trip to the 15-day injured list as a result of extra soreness and tightness […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Jaylen Warren, RJ Harvey, TreVeyon Henderson Outlooks

Fantasy football draft season is just about over. That means it's time to turn our attention to Week 1. Start/sit decisions are never fun, but getting them right is crucial to weekly success. That is especially true at the running back position. Several players fantasy managers must figure out how to deploy this week are […]

Jerome Ford - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 10+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: High-floor RB3/FLEX ANALYSIS: Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford has been productive when put in a starting role. Last season, Ford opened the season as the team's starting running back and was productive at times. During the first five weeks, he averaged 11.9 PPR points per […]

Bhayshul Tuten Viewed As an "Explosive, Home-Run Hitter"

An AFC scout told Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic that Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten is an "explosive, home-run hitter." A fourth-round pick out of Virginia Tech, Tuten averaged 6.3 rushing yards per attempt and scored 17 total touchdowns in his final collegiate season with the Hokies. He enters the year battling for […]

Shelby Miller Leaves Early With Elbow Injury

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Shelby Miller (elbow) left a 10-8 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies early on Monday after feeling a pop in his right elbow, manager Pat Murphy said. Miller entered a 6-6 game to pitch the top of the eighth inning, but he had to come out after allowing back-to-back hits. Those runners ended […]

Harold Fannin Jr. Gaining Confidence, May Need More Time to Develop?

An AFC scout told Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic that he sees Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. "breaking out in 2027." The same scout said that Fannin Jr. has "glue hands" and is "crafty before and after the catch." Finally, Rodrigue writes that Browns quarterback Joe Flacco recently said Fannin Jr. is […]

Casey Schmitt Exits After Hit by Pitch, X-Rays on Elbow Negative

San Francisco Giants infielder Casey Schmitt (elbow) left an 8-2 win over the Colorado Rockies early on Monday after taking a pitch off the right elbow, but it appears he avoided serious damage. X-rays were negative afterward, and Schmitt could play on Tuesday, according to John Shea of the San Francisco Standard. Schmitt started the […]

Tyrone Taylor Dealing With Hamstring Discomfort

New York Mets outfielder Tyrone Taylor (hamstring) has been dealing with left-hamstring discomfort for the past few days, but he showed improvement on Monday, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters. It's unclear if he'll be available on Tuesday against the Detroit Tigers. The right-handed Taylor, who has been platooning in center field with lefty-swinging Cedric Mullins, […]

Isiah Pacheco - Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12-team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB2 ANALYSIS: Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco had an impressive start to the 2024 season and appeared to be on the verge of a breakout season. During Week 1, Pacheco racked up 45 yards and a score on the ground and added 33 through the […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. to Open as Lead Back in Week 1?

Josh Taylor of A to Z Sports thinks that Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is likely to roll out running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. as the lead back in Week 1 of the regular season on Sunday against the division-rival New York Giants. Rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt has gotten a lot of hype this summer, […]

Ethan Pocic on Track to Play in Week 1

Cleveland Browns center Ethan Pocic (knee) was able to practice with the team on Monday and looks to be on track to play in the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sunday versus the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals, according to The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot. Pocic was wearing a knee brace on Monday after getting […]

Rams Plan to Start Alaric Jackson in Week 1

Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson (tailbone) took part in practice on Monday, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. The Rams will monitor Jackson throughout the week, and head coach Sean McVay said the plan is for him to start in the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sunday against the […]

C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Track to Play in Season Opener

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said that safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (knee) is on track to play in the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, according to the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan M. Alexander. Gardner-Johnson suffered a knee injury in early August in training camp, but thankfully he avoided anything serious […]

Trevon Diggs Says It's a 75-80 Percent Chance He'll Play in Week 1

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) said that there is a 75-80 percent chance of him playing in the Week 1 regular-season opener on Thursday night versus the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles, per Jon Machota of The Athletic. Diggs had surgery on his left knee back in January, but he was a full participant in the […]

Trevor Megill to Throw Bullpen Session on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Trevor Megill (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday, according to manager Pat Murphy. Megill has been playing catch and appears to be ready to take the next step. The right-hander has been sidelined since last Wednesday due to a Grade 1 right flexor strain. The hope is […]

Fantasy Football League-Winners: John Johnson's 5 Must-Draft Players (2025)

Winning your fantasy football leagues is tough. It's even tougher if you draft middling players that, despite getting plenty of hype before the season starts, end up faceplanting and languishing on fantasy benches all season. It's arguably even worse if that player puts up mediocre production. Players who have solid numbers but lack upside are […]

Alec Burleson Plays Catch on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Alec Burleson (wrist) was seen playing catch ahead of Monday's game against the Athletics. It's a good sign to see Burleson playing catch after landing on the injured list on Friday due to right wrist inflammation. Burleson received an injection to help with the discomfort. The fact he is already throwing […]

Jalon Walker Expected to Play in Week 1

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that rookie first-round linebacker Jalon Walker (groin) is on track to play in Week 1 against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday. Walker injured his groin in training camp practice in the middle of August but has recovered and should be out on the field for his […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Scratched on Monday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (hamstring) was scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Tatis was expected to play, but was ultimately held out due to hamstring tightness. After Sunday's game, Tatis mentioned that he has been dealing with hamstring tightness. The Padres will take the cautious […]