
Curtis Samuel To Be Limited On Wednesday
Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said that wide receiver Curtis Samuel (rib) will be limited in his return to the team's walkthrough practice on Wednesday. Samuel has missed each of the team's last two games with his rib injury, but the 28-year-old veteran has a shot to play this weekend in the Week 18 […]

Colts Hopeful Anthony Richardson Will Play On Sunday
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said on Wednesday that he's hopeful that quarterback Anthony Richardson (back) will get back from his back spasms in order to play in the Week 18 regular-season finale on Sunday against the division-rival Jacksonville Jaguars. However, the Colts will see how the second-year signal-caller progresses in practice this week. […]

C.J. Stroud Banged Up Heading Into Week 18
Although Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud said he's banged up after the Week 17 blowout loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day last Wednesday, he was able to practice on Monday and appears ready to play in the Week 18 regular-season finale against the division-rival Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The Texans are already locked […]

Flag Hunting: PGA Betting Picks - 2025 Sentry Tournament of Champions
Between Monday's Course Preview piece (found right here on RotoBaller) and last night's podcast (currently posted on our X page), we've given all of you every possible trend, key stats, and player take needed to make the most educated betting decisions possible this week at Kapalua's Plantation Course. This Wednesday article will now serve as […]

Miles Sanders Designated To Return To Practice
The Carolina Panthers announced on Wednesday that they opened the 21-day practice window for running back Miles Sanders (ankle) to return from Injured Reserve, meaning he can be activated to the 53-man active roster ahead of the Week 18 regular-season finale on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. With Chuba Hubbard (calf, knee) going on season-ending […]

James Conner Won't Play In Regular-Season Finale
Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (knee) has been ruled out for the Week 18 regular-season finale on Sunday against the division-rival San Francisco 49ers, according to head coach Jonathan Gannon. Conner injured his knee in the Week 17 loss to the division-rival Los Angeles Rams last Saturday and never returned, and the 29-year-old's 2024 […]

Drake Maye Expected To Start In Week 18
New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye is expected to make the start in the Week 18 regular-season finale on Sunday against the division-rival Buffalo Bills. "Drake is the starting quarterback. If he's healthy and ready to go, he'll play," head coach Jerod Mayo said. There has been speculation going around that the Pats will […]

Viktor Hovland A Gametime Decision For Year's First Event
Viktor Hovland is looking to make the first start of 2025 since breaking his pinky toe and his recent breakup (again) with swing coach, Joe Mayo, he is coming into the new year doing much of the same as he was in 2024; searching. The ball striking is still there, as he finished the season […]

Tony Finau Making Sixth Start At Kapalua After Rumor-Filled Offseason
As has been the case for at least the past two years now, Tony Finau has been at the forefront of names rumored to be jumping to the LIV Golf League, only to set the story straight by pledging loyalty to the PGA Tour and committing himself to another season. 2024 was perhaps one of […]

Justin Thomas Looks To Get Off To Fast Start In 2025 At Kapalua
Many players on the PGA Tour would like to have had the 2024 season that Justin Thomas did. From a statistics perspective, it was a very positive year, as he ranked inside the top 10 in strokes gained tee to green (+1.240), on approach (+0.639), and around the green (+0.466). However, it still felt underwhelming […]

NFL Week 18 Power Rankings: Where Do All 32 NFL Teams Stand?
As we head into the final week of the NFL regular season, most teams know where they stand. Whether that be already looking forward to 2025 or preparing for the rigors of the NFL Playoffs, only a handful of squads are currently on the postseason bubble. Teams like the Bengals, Broncos, Dolphins, and Falcons will […]

Tight End Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for NFL Week 18
One distinct advantage the Steelers have heading into Saturday is at tight end. Pat Freiermuth enters the contest as the TE10, finishing the 17-week fantasy season with 145.8 fantasy points, an av...

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday 1/1/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice
We ring in the new year with an eight-game slate on FanDuel today! There are a lot of players already ruled out with injuries and another handful who are questionable for tonight, so consider these picks today a "first draft" as we all know things can change quite quickly one injury updates start pouring in […]

Chuck Clark Placed On Injured Reserve, Done For The Season
According to the team, the New York Jets placed safety Chuck Clark (undisclosed) on the injured reserve, which will end his 2024 season. Clark missed four games earlier this season due to an ankle injury, but it is unknown if Clark suffered a new injury or reaggravated this previous one. During the past four weeks, […]

Joey Porter Jr. Remains On Track To Return In Week 18
According to Brooke Pryor of ESPN, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Joey Porter Jr. (knee) was a full participant during Tuesday's initial practice session. Even though Porter sat out last week during their matchup against the Chiefs, head coach Mike Tomlin noted that Porter is expected to return on Saturday. Fantasy managers in IDP formats should […]

Jaylan Ford Placed On Injured Reserve
According to the team, the New Orleans Saints have placed rookie linebacker Jaylan Ford (fibula) on the injured reserve. In a corresponding move, the Saints promoted Josh Ball to the active roster. Ford suffered a fractured fibula during Sunday's loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Throughout his rookie campaign, the former fifth-round selection only saw […]

NFL Wide Receiver Power Rankings: Top 12 WRs for Week 18
Denver’s Courtland Sutton added another touchdown to his season-long tally in Week 17, his seventh of the season. Sutton made two clutch grabs that advanced the ball into Bengals territory o...

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday, 1/1/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice
Happy New Year! The NBA tips off 2025 with a solid six-game DFS fantasy basketball slate on DraftKings. The Hawks-Nuggets and 76ers-Kings matchups are on a separate slate, so all six games get underway within an hour of the contests locking at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Raptors are the only team playing for the second […]

Duncan Robinson In Danger Of Missing A Second Straight Game
Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's clash against New Orleans. He might be absent for a second straight game due to a right foot strain. With Terry Rozier suspended for Wednesday's contest, Alec Burks could be the next man in line to shine off the Heat bench. Burks hasn't had much […]

Video: Week 18 Must-Start Defense (D/ST) Streamers - 2024 Fantasy Football Start/Sit Analysis
The vast majority of fantasy championships have already been decided. However, if you are the type of brave soul who has a title game to play in Week 18... we got you! You can also utilize this week's recommendations in DFS. Check out our top 2024 fantasy football must-start Defenses (D/ST) for Week 18 and […]

Bub Carrington Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup
Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (head) is questionable to play against Chicago on Wednesday. He was hit in the head during Monday's loss to the Knicks and has been suffering from a post-traumatic headache. Carrington's absence on Wednesday could open up additional playing time for players like Corey Kispert, Kyshawn George, and Jared Butler. Malcolm […]

Jose Alvarado Considered Doubtful Wednesday
New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jose Alvarado (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Miami. Alvarado has rejoined practice at full capacity and is nearing his return to action, but it looks like his comeback will not happen in Wednesday's game. The feisty guard last played on […]

Keegan Murray Unlikely To Play On Wednesday
Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (ankle) is doubtful to play on Wednesday versus Philadelphia. He's nursing soreness in his left ankle. Murray has missed only one game this season so far. Doug McDermott replaced him in the starting five versus Denver on Dec. 16. The veteran has had three starts overall in 2024-25, averaging 8.7 […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Likely Out For Another Game
Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (lower leg) has been labeled as doubtful for Wednesday's game against Denver. He will likely miss a fifth consecutive game with a lower leg contusion. Garrison Mathews has played an expanded role during Bogdanovic's absence and should remain in the rotation for Wednesday's action. He's gone for 14.8 points with […]

Dyson Daniels On Track To Return Versus Nuggets
Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Dyson Daniels (illness) appears ready to rejoin the action on Wednesday versus Denver, with the team listing him as probable for the game. The NBA's steals leader has missed two games due to an illness. Vit Krejci will return to a backup role on Wednesday with Daniels active. The 21-year-old has made […]

Jason Robertson Tallies Three Points In Victory
Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson tallied a goal and two assists during Tuesday's victory over the Buffalo Sabres. Robertson tallied his first point on the primary assist on Roope Hintz's second period strike. In the third, Robertson found the back of the net on a wrist shot and capped off his night with another […]

Trae Young Listed As Probable For Wednesday
Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against Denver. After carrying a heel contusion for a bit, Young is back on the injury report with right Achilles tendinitis. The star guard has skipped just two games all season, so he will likely be available on Wednesday, which limits Vit Krejci's […]

John Tavares Extends Point Streak To Eight Games
Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares extended his point streak to eight games during their victory over the New York Islanders. Tavares got on the scoresheet on the final minutes with an empty-net goal on the power-play. During this eight-game stretch, the veteran has tallied 13 total points (seven goals, six helpers), with four of […]

Valeri Nichushkin Departs Early On Tuesday
According to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette, Colorado Avalanche left wing Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) departed Tuesday's game early and did not return. Before suffering the injury, Nichushkin tallied three shots on goal with a +1 rating while playing on the top line alongside Nathan MacKinnon and Artturi Lehkonen. Fantasy managers should continue to […]

Samuel Ersson Departs Early On Tuesday
According to Jordan Hall of NBCS Philadelphia, Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson (undisclosed) left Tuesday's game early. Ersson did not return after the end of the second frame. No.2 option Aleksei Kolosov took the crease in the final period. Before departing, Ersson stopped all 15 shots he faced against the San Jose Sharks. Kolosov continued […]