Emeka Egbuka Declares For 2025 NFL Draft

Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka officially declared for the 2025 NFL draft on Friday on social media. The announcement comes after Egbuka helped the Buckeyes win the national championship on Monday over Notre Dame. The 22-year-old set Ohio State's all-time receptions and receiving yards record in his time at the school, which is really […]

Seth Curry Absent On Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry (ankle) will miss Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He has been downgraded from questionable to out as Curry nurses an ankle sprain. Although Curry has not played a significant role with the Hornets, the team will miss his three-point shooting, which could help open up the floor. Friday […]

De'Aaron Fox Questionable Versus The Knicks

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (thumb) is uncertain to suit up on Saturday versus the New York Knicks. He has only missed just three games this season. However, the 27-year-old is in danger of missing this one because of a right thumb sprain. If Fox isn't available, Malik Monk will presumably handle the duties at […]

Miles Bridges Will Not Play On Friday

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (back) will not suit up on Friday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He has been ruled out for the game after being initially considered questionable. Bridges' exit from the lineup gives Cody Martin and Josh Okogie a chance to play expanded roles. Charlotte will also be without LaMelo Ball (wrist), […]

Texans Sign Kearis Jackson To Futures Deal

The Houston Texans announced on Friday that they signed free-agent wide receiver Kearis Jackson and offensive guard Jerome Carvin to Reserve/Futures deals. Jackson, 25, was a former undrafted free agent out of Georgia who made his NFL debut in 2023 with the Tennessee Titans. He only appeared in two games and only appeared on special […]

LaMelo Ball Out On Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (wrist) will not play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday. He picked up a questionable tag on the initial injury report and has been ruled out of the contest ahead of tip-off. Ball's absence should allow Vasilije Micic to shine again. The former EuroLeague star has made 11 starts […]

Jerrod Johnson The Top Internal Candidate For Texans Offensive-Coordinator Position

The Houston Texans will conduct full searches for their vacant offensive-coordinator role after firing Bobby Slowik on Friday, but NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that their top internal candidate is quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson. Meanwhile, Cole Popovich is Houston's top internal candidate to be elevated to offensive-line coach for the 2025 season. The Texans fired […]

Rams May Be Open To Extension With Kyren Williams

Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead indicated that the team might be open to working out a long-term contract extension with running back Kyren Williams this offseason after he had another strong year in 2024. Williams accounted for almost 81% of the Rams' rushing attempts out of the backfield this year and ran the […]

John Bates, Ben Sinnott Both Cleared To Face Eagles

Washington Commanders tight ends John Bates (shoulder) and Ben Sinnott (shoulder) were both removed from Friday's final injury report and will be available on Sunday for the NFC Championship against the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles. Zach Ertz (rib) will also be active after practicing in full on Thursday and Friday, so neither Bates nor Sinnott are […]

Jason Zucker May Return To Action Saturday

Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (illness) practiced on Friday and may be ready to return to the lineup on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers. The veteran has missed a couple of games due to an illness. Zucker has had a strong season in Buffalo, notching 35 points (16 goals, 19 assists) in 46 games. […]

Ryan McLeod Set To Return On Saturday

Buffalo Sabres center Ryan McLeod (upper body) is expected to return to the lineup for Saturday's tilt against the Edmonton Oilers. The former Oiler has been sidelined for three games due to an upper-body injury. Last season in Edmonton, McLeod had a career year with 30 points, and he is on pace for an even […]

Ryker Evans A Game-Time Decision On Saturday

Seattle Kraken defenseman Ryker Evans (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. His status is uncertain after missing Friday's practice due to an undisclosed injury. Evans has had a strong season with the Kraken, recording 21 points (five goals, 16 assists) in 47 games, along with 71 blocks and 77 […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks For FanDuel, DraftKings - Commanders vs. Eagles Showdown (NFC Championship)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We’ve made it to Conference Championship Weekend, and boy, do we have a fun one here. Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders (14-5) taking on division rival Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles (16-3). These two teams split their matchups in the regular season, and now square off for a rubber match […]

Chandler Stephenson Will Be A Game-Time Decision Saturday

Seattle Kraken center Chandler Stephenson (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's meeting with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 30-year-old was hurt in Thursday's 3-0 defeat to the Washington Capitals. Stephenson is facing an injury setback during a prolific stretch, having scored three goals in his last four games and averaging a point per […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For Championship Round (Friday Updates): Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, A.J. Brown, Dallas Goedert, Dalton Kincaid, Zach Ertz

The AFC and NFC championship games are officially here! After an exciting two weeks of games, just four teams remain. While regular season fantasy football has long been over, many sickos are still deeply entrenched in the world of fantasy football, whether through DFS or full playoff competitions. Both games take place on Sunday, with […]

Jared McCann A Game-Time Call Saturday

Seattle Kraken forward Jared McCann (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 28-year-old might skip a meeting with his former team after missing Friday's practice session with an unspecified injury. It's been an up-and-down season for McCann, but he remains the Kraken's leading scorer with 36 points (14 […]

William Carrier Faces Long-Term Absence Following Surgery

Carolina Hurricanes left wing William Carrier (lower body) is expected to miss "at least a couple of months" following surgery. The power forward has already sat out 10 games, and it's likely we won't see him again until the final weeks of the regular season, assuming he returns at all before the playoffs. Carrier has […]

Nikolaj Ehlers A Game-Time Call Friday

Winnipeg Jets winger Nikolaj Ehlers (illness) is a game-time decision for Friday's matchup against the Utah Hockey Club. He is dealing with an illness and may miss his 10th game of the season. Ehlers has missed quite a bit of action but remains on track for a career year. He averages a point per game […]

Britain Covey Out For Eagles, Cam Jurgens Questionable

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Britain Covey (neck) has been ruled out for the NFC Championship game on Sunday against the division-rival Washington Commanders, while center/guard Cam Jurgens (back) is listed as questionable. Covey was limited in practice all week but will not return from Injured Reserve. However, the 27-year-old could be ready to play in […]

Noah Dobson Heads To Injured Reserve

New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (lower body) has been placed on IR due to an injury suffered on Monday against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Dobson will be sidelined week-to-week, but his injury will not require surgery. The Islanders already have trouble scoring goals, so missing their powerplay quarterback and top offensive defenseman will hurt […]

Anfernee Simons Likely To Play On Friday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (back) is considered probable for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets despite being listed with back soreness. The seventh-year combo guard is in the middle of a down year compared to the last couple of seasons, but he's been healthier so far. In 40 appearances, he averaged 18.3 points, […]

A.J. Brown Good To Go, Looking To Make Noise In NFC Championship

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (knee, illness, rest) practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and was removed from the final injury report. He will play on Sunday in the NFC Championship against the division-rival Washington Commanders and will be hoping to do some damage after barely being heard from in the first two […]

Donovan Clingan Probable On Friday

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (ankle) was unable to play on Thursday with an ankle sprain, but he's now listed as probable for the second half of the back-to-back against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday. The rookie big man has missed the last five games but posted some solid performances in the three games […]

Tony DeAngelo Signs One-Year Deal With Islanders

The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Tony DeAngelo to a one-year, league-minimum contract for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. DeAngelo was playing for St. Petersburg SKA in the KHL earlier this season, scoring 32 points (six goals, 26 assists) in 34 games before being released from his contract due to locker room issues. […]

Toumani Camara Listed As Probable Against Hornets

Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (illness) appeared on the injury report with an illness but the team listed him as probable for their Friday night game against the Charlotte Hornets. The 24-year-old has seen a big bump in playing time and has started in all 42 games that he's played in. So far, he's […]

Patrick Kane Not Ready To Return

Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane (upper body) won't play on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Kane also missed Thursday's game, but head coach Todd McLellan said that Kane remains day-to-day. It is unfortunate timing for the 36-year-old, who had been on a heater recently, scoring 16 points in his last 13 games. Vladimir Tarasenko […]

Kyle Dugger Undergoes Ankle Surgery

The Boston Herald's Andrew Callahan reports that New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger (ankle) recently had surgery for a high-ankle sprain that was initially misdiagnosed earlier this season. Dugger had tightrope surgery on Jan. 9 to re-stabilize his right ankle that progressively worsened during the 2024 season. He was initially diagnosed with a mild sprain […]

Commanders Defense A High-Value Play In NFC Title Game

The Washington Commanders defense is an intriguing value play in DFS competitions this weekend while facing the Philadelphia Eagles. Last weekend, in their upset victory over the Detroit Lions, they allowed 31 points but were quite opportunistic. They forced three interceptions, one of which was returned for a score, and added two sacks. However, they […]

Zane Gonzalez A Risky Streaming Option Facing Philadelphia

Washington Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez is a risky play in DFS competitions this weekend facing the Philadelphia Eagles. Last weekend, during their upset victory over the Detroit Lions, Gonzalez went 1-for-2 on attempts and a perfect 6-for-6 on extra points. Since taking over the starting duties for Austin Seibert (groin), Gonzalez has gone 9-for-12 on […]

Zach Ertz Carries Low-End TE1 Value On Championship Sunday

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (rib) is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday's NFC Championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Ertz opened the week as a non-participant but logged two consecutive full sessions on Thursday and Friday. Last weekend, in their upset victory over the Detroit Lions, Ertz caught all […]