Nestor Cortes Set to Throw 90 Pitches in Next Rehab Start

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Nestor Cortes (elbow) is scheduled to throw 90 pitches in what could be his final rehab start on Thursday, reports Jack Stern of BrewerFanatic.com. He's completed three rehab starts so far, allowing just one earned run in three appearances at the High-A level. Assuming everything goes smoothly on Thursday, he should […]

Jack Bech Has "Work to Do" in Training Camp to Earn Starting Role

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Jack Bech "has some work to do to make up ground" in the battle for a starting role next to veteran Jakobi Meyers, according to Tashan Reed. Reed writes that Bech is competing with fellow rookie Dont'e Thornton and third-year speedster Tre Tucker for playing time. He also notes […]

Jake Bauers Receives Cortisone Injection

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers (shoulder) received a cortisone injection in his shoulder over the All-Star break and is looking at a mid-August return, reports Jack Stern of BrewerFanatic.com. He was recently placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday due to a left shoulder impingement. He wasn't getting everyday playing time for Milwaukee […]

Derek Hill Lands on Injured List with Sprained Finger

Miami Marlins outfielder Derek Hill (finger) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left middle finger sprain on Tuesday, reports Christina De Nicola of MLB.com. He was replaced on the roster by Jack Winkler, who was recalled from Triple-A. The 29-year-old suffered the injury while practicing in the batting cage on Saturday and […]

Jakobi Meyers "Locked in" as a Starter

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers is "locked in as a starter" as training camp gets underway, according to Tashan Reed of The Athletic. Reed also notes that Meyers spent most of his time in OTAs working from the slot. The 28-year-old has been a consistent producer across his two seasons in Las Vegas. […]

Saints Holding Three-Man QB Competition

There are three contenders for the New Orleans Saints' starting quarterback job, according to executive vice president/general manager Mickey Loomis. 2025 second-round pick Tyler Shough and 2024 fifth-round pick Spencer Rattler are the names who have been most frequently connected to the job, but Loomis "stressed" that 2023 fourth-rounder Jake Haener is also in the […]

Aaron Nola Nearing Rehab Assignment

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (ankle/rib) is set to throw a live batting practice session at Yankee Stadium this weekend before beginning a rehab assignment next week, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic. He is progressing well after facing live hitters for the first time last week. The 32-year-old last pitched in a game […]

Tyreek Hill Healthy, Motivated Heading into 2025

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (wrist) is fully recovered from the wrist injury that bothered him in 2024 and lost weight over the offseason, according to Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network. The 31-year-old is coming off a down season by his lofty standards. In 17 games, he recorded 81 catches for 959 yards and […]

Joe Ross Placed on 15-Day Injured List with Back Spasms

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Joe Ross (back) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with back spasms, reports Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was replaced on the roster by Alan Rangel, who was recalled from Triple-A. Ross has appeared in 31 games this season for Philadelphia in mostly lower-leverage spots, posting […]

Isaac Paredes Dealing With Significant Hamstring Injury

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (hamstring) is dealing with a significant injury to his hamstring, reports Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. There's no official word on how long he will be out, but based on the reports so far, it sounds like he will be out much longer than the minimum 10 days. The 26-year-old […]

Deshaun Watson Placed on PUP List

The Cleveland Browns have placed quarterback Deshaun Watson (Achilles) on the active/physically unable to perform list, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Pelissero notes that Watson's status for the 2025 season is "up in the air." Watson tore his right Achilles tendon in Week 7 of the 2024 season, then tore it again while […]

Chris Godwin had Minor Ankle Procedure This Spring

Multiple sources told ESPN's Jenna Laine that Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) had another minor ankle procedure this spring to have it "cleaned out." However, a source said it wasn't a surprise and that Godwin is "doing well." He was officially placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list on Tuesday after […]

Superflex Rankings for Fantasy Football Drafts (2025) - Bo Nix, Justin Fields, Dak Prescott, Drake Maye, Geno Smith, Jaxson Dart, Aaron Rodgers

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, it's not too early to get prepped for your fantasy football drafts. Superflex and two-QB leagues have become more popular every year, so let us help with our updated 2025 fantasy football Superflex/2-QB rankings. In the rankings set below, check out where key players such as Bo Nix, Justin Fields, […]

Tanner Scott Lands on Injured List With Elbow Inflammation

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Tuesday that they placed left-handed closer Tanner Scott (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with left-elbow inflammation and recalled right-hander Alexis Diaz from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move. It doesn't sound like Scott is dealing with any structural damage in his arm, but it remains to be […]

Tanner Gordon in Line to Start on Wednesday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Tanner Gordon is with the team at Coors Field and is in line to make the start for Wednesday's contest against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals, according to MLB.com's Thomas Harding. Gordon will be making just his fourth start in 2025 and only the 12th of his big-league career. The 27-year-old's last […]

German Marquez Expected to Land on Injured List With Biceps Inflammation

Colorado Rockies right-hander German Marquez (biceps) said he is dealing with biceps tendon inflammation and is expected to land on the 15-day injured list, according to MLB.com's Thomas Harding. Marquez underwent an MRI exam on Tuesday, which confirmed his biceps inflammation. Right-hander Tanner Gordon is with the team in Colorado and is in line to […]

Adley Rutschman a "Possibility" to Return This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (oblique) is a "possibility" to return from the 10-day injured list this weekend when the team plays a series against the Colorado Rockies, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Rutschman will catch for Triple-A Norfolk in a minor-league game on Wednesday and could be eased back in the designated hitter […]

Zach Eflin to Return From Injured List and Start on Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin (back) will return from the injured list and start on Wednesday against the Cleveland Guardians, and he'll be followed by right-hander Charlie Morton in the series finale in Cleveland on Thursday, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Eflin, who has made 12 starts this year due to injuries, should have […]

Alec Burleson a Late Addition to the Lineup

After initially being held out of Tuesday's starting lineup at Coors Field versus the Colorado Rockies, the St. Louis Cardinals have added outfielder Alec Burleson (foot) to the batting order. He will start in left field and bat third against Rockies right-hander Bradley Blalock. Initially, the Cards had Brendan Donovan in left field and rookie […]

Sal Frelick Expects to be Back in Lineup on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (hamstring) expects to be back in the team's starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Miami Marlins, but he has some tests to pass first, including on-field batting practice on Tuesday, per MLB.com's Adam McCalvy. Frelick went on the 10-day injured list after injuring his left hamstring in the […]

5 Fantasy Football Late-Round WR1 Candidates: Wide Receiver Value Picks and Sleepers for 2025

Regardless of the size or skill level of your fantasy football league, there are core strategy elements that always remain the same. Finding quality wide receivers is one of them. This allows you to balance out your roster and thus focus on other areas of your team once the season begins. However, it’s equally important […]

Top 10 Fantasy Football Running Backs for Zero-RB Builds (2025)

The zero-RB strategy, despite its flaws, will never cease to be one of the most popular team-building strategies in existence for fantasy football managers. It makes sense because most leagues have Point Per Reception, or PPR, scoring systems, in which a catch counts for a full point, the equivalent of gaining 10 yards. This makes […]

Shane McClanahan has Sore Bicep, Won't Make Rehab Start on Thursday

Bally Sports' Ryan Bass reports that the Tampa Bay Rays are "pulling back" ace Shane McClanahan (bicep, triceps) for a few days due to a sore bicep, which means he will miss his next minor-league rehab start on Thursday. Manager Kevin Cash said it has nothing to do with the triceps nerve issue that McClanahan […]

Terry McLaurin Officially Holding Out

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, who is seeking a new contract, did not report to training camp on Tuesday and is officially a holdout this summer, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. McLaurin wasn't present for the team's conditioning test on Tuesday, which marked the unofficial start of training camp. The 29-year-old pass-catcher is […]

Micah Parsons Dealing With Back Injury

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons (back) did not take part in training camp practice on Tuesday due to a back injury, which is why he's not referring to himself as a "hold-in." Head coach Brian Schottenheimer said early on Tuesday that Parsons was going to take part in practice, which is an indication that […]

Javonte Williams Sees a Lot of Work With Starters

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams good a lot of work with the first-team offense at training camp practice on Tuesday, according to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Williams signed a one-year deal with Dallas in free agency this offseason and is expected to share backfield duties in 2025 with Miles Sanders. The […]

Kerry Carpenter Beginning Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Tuesday with Triple-A Toledo. Carpenter has been sidelined since the beginning of July due to a right hamstring strain. He has been ramping up his activities lately and appears ready to get back into game action. He figures to […]

Buccaneers Looking at Noah Fant

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers worked out free-agent tight end Noah Fant on Tuesday, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC. Fant was released by the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday but is already attracting interest around the league and should latch on with another team sooner than later. The 27-year-old former 20th overall pick by the Denver […]

Lance McCullers Jr. Placed on the Injured List

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (finger) has been placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. McCullers has been crushed for nine earned runs over his last two outings. Possibly, the blister on his finger is part of the reason McCullers is struggling right now. He'll now get a few weeks off, but […]