Sandy Alcantara To Throw Another Bullpen On Wednesday

Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara (elbow) is set to throw another bullpen session on Wednesday after getting through a 40-pitch up-and-down bullpen session last Saturday. Alcantara threw his first bullpen on July 24 that consisted of 20 pitches. He initially felt discomfort in his right arm on his 94th and final pitch on Sept. 3 […]

Vikings Optimistic About Jordan Addison's Ankle

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (ankle) is trending toward suiting up in Week 1, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. The second-year wideout has been dealing with an ankle issue since being carted off the practice field in mid-August. O'Connell says they "feel good" about Addison playing against the New York Giants. The 22-year-old […]

Rico Dowdle - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 16+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB4 ANALYSIS: No one knows how the Dallas Cowboys running back room will play out this season. While Ezekiel Elliott is listed as the team's RB1, Rico Dowdle should be involved quite a bit on offense. Last season, Dowdle ran for 361 yards and two touchdowns […]

Blister Problems Resurface For Kyle Freeland

Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland (finger) was forced to leave his start early on Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves due to another blister issue on his left middle finger. The Rockies don't think the condition will prevent Freeland from making his next scheduled start, though, which will come on Sunday in Milwaukee against the first-place […]

Mitchell Trubisky Limited With Knee Injury

Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. The backup to Josh Allen suffered a knee injury during a preseason game against the Steelers in mid-August. Sean McDermott notes that he's unsure if Trubisky will be healthy enough to play in Week 1 against the Arizona Cardinals. Allen and Trubisky […]

Bo Nix Named As One Of Broncos Captains

Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix was named one of the team captains for the upcoming season. He's the first Denver rookie to be selected as a captain since 1967. The 12th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft won the starting quarterback job over Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson in training camp. Receiver Courtland Sutton, […]

Geno Smith - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in Superflex Formats POSITIONAL VALUE: QB2 ANALYSIS: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith had a subpar fantasy year in 2023, finishing as the QB19 and averaging 15.7 fantasy points per game. But Smith will have a great matchup to kick off his 2024 campaign, facing a Denver Broncos defense in Week 1 that […]

Damar Hamlin To Start In 2024

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin was named a starter for the team's Week 1 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. He'll line up alongside Taylor Rapp in the Buffalo secondary. It's the first start for Hamlin since he collapsed on the field in January 2023. His heartbeat was restored on the field by the team's medical […]

Antonio Gibson - Week 1 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 18+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB4 ANALYSIS: After spending his first four years with the Washington Commanders, running back Antonio Gibson signed with the New England Patriots in free agency. Now, Gibson will join Rhamondre Stevenson out of New England's backfield to form a solid duo. However, the 26-year-old might not […]

Rasheen Ali Doubtful To Make NFL Debut On Thursday

Baltimore Ravens running back Rasheen Ali (neck) is doubtful to suit up on Thursday against the Kansas City Chiefs. The rookie fifth-round pick suffered a stinger early in the preseason and has been a limited participant in practices leading up to the regular season opener. The team officially lists Ali as doubtful. As expected, Derrick […]

Ja'Marr Chase In Practice Uniform Amid Contract Dispute

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase was spotted in uniform walking into Wednesday's practice as his high-profile contract extension discussions continue. The multi-time Pro Bowler has been at the team facility but not participating in practices while he searches for a new deal. According to reports, Chase was part of the team meeting to prepare […]

Romeo Doubs Stays Limited On Wednesday

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (hand) put in a second straight limited practice session on Wednesday. The Packers didn't actually practice on Wednesday, so Doubs' practice status was an estimation with the team flying to Brazil ahead of Friday night's regular-season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. Unless Doubs is unable to practice on […]

MarShawn Lloyd Limited On Wednesday

Green Bay Packers running backs MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) and Emanuel Wilson (hip) were both listed as limited at practice on Wednesday. The Packers held Lloyd out as part of their plan in the first practice of the week on Tuesday, and the fact he's back in the fold on a limited basis on Wednesday means […]

Justin Jefferson A Must Start In Week 1 Against The Giants

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is starting for any team that drafted him in the first round this year. No wide receiver has been as productive in receiving yardage through four seasons, and his receiving yards per game have increased yearly, topping off at 107.4 yards per game last season. With that said, the […]

Tucker Kraft Added To Injury Report

Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft (back) was added to the Week 1 injury report on Wednesday after he put in a limited practice. Kraft has apparently recovered from a torn pectoral muscle that he was rehabbing in the offseason, but now a back injury has cropped up right before the team's Week 1 […]

Matt Gay Had Hernia Surgery, Could Miss Week 1

Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay (hernia) said he underwent surgery for a sports hernia, which is why he's not taking part in the team's first official practice on Wednesday. Gay had something flare up after the team's preseason contest against the Cincinnati Bengals and could be trending toward missing Week 1 of the regular season […]

Aaron Jones Has RB1 Upside In Week 1 Against The Giants

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones looks to have a productive debut in the purple and gold as his team faces the New York Giants in Week 1. The Vikings weren't productive on the ground in 2023, largely due to a reliance on subpar rushers in the backfield -- something they corrected in free agency […]

Josh Downs Won't Practice On Wednesday, Up In The Air For Week 1

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said that wide receiver Josh Downs (ankle) will not practice on Wednesday, and his status for Week 1 of the regular season this Sunday against the division-rival Houston Texans is up in the air. Downs is trending in the wrong direction to be ready for the start of the […]

Sam Darnold A Risky Play Week 1 Against The Giants

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold makes his team debut as he travels to play a New York Giants defense that was competent against quarterbacks for fantasy last season. The 27-year-old has plenty of reason to think he can course-correct his career to this point as he is playing with objectively the best offensive situation he's […]

Is Christian McCaffrey Hurt or Healthy? Week 1 Fantasy Football Update

San Francisco 49ers Running Back Christian McCaffrey has been dealing with a calf strain for the past few weeks. While it's concerning news, there is always a window to return to practice and become fully healthy for the game when a player is injured in the preseason. It's not uncommon to see teams exercise caution […]

DeAndre Hopkins Expected To Practice On Wednesday

Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan said that wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (knee) should be at the team's first official practice on Wednesday, but it remains to be seen how much he'll do. It sounds like Hopkins will most likely be listed as limited on the first injury report of 2024 as the team prepares […]

Updated Fantasy Football Team Defense (D/ST) Draft Rankings for 2024 - Cowboys DST, Browns DST, Jets DST, Chiefs DST, Texans DST, Bears DST, Falcons DST

The start of Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season is just ahead, and many fantasy managers are preparing for last-minute drafts. Team D/STs can be tricky to navigate in drafts, so we're here to assist with our fantasy football D/ST rankings for 2024. Use these rankings to help you select the right defense and […]

Eagles Defense Looks To Rebound Against Packers Rising Offense

The Philadelphia Eagles defense will face off against the young and talented Green Bay Packers offense in Brazil to open the regular season on Friday night. The team took a step back after a historic 2022 where they recorded 70 sacks and forced 27 turnovers. With veteran defensive coordinator Vic Fangio now calling the shots […]

Curtis Samuel To Practice In Full

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said that wide receiver Curtis Samuel (toe) will be a full participant in the team's first official practice on Wednesday. Samuel should be ready to play in the Week 1 regular-season opener against the Arizona Cardinals as long as he doesn't have a setback with his turf-toe issue later […]

Jake Elliott Looks To Build On Strong 2023 Campaign

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott will travel to Brazil to take on the Green Bay Packers in the team's regular season opener on Friday night. The 29-year-old signed a four-year, $24 million extension this past offseason, making him tied for the highest paid kicker annually with Baltimore's Justin Tucker. Elliott deserved every bit of the […]

Dallas Goedert Opens Regular Season With Plenty Of Target Competition

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert will travel to Brazil to take on the Green Bay Packers in the regular season opener on Friday night. The 29-year-old suffered an oblique injury a few weeks ago, but returned to the practice field Tuesday and is slated to suit up on Friday. Goedert had a down year […]

Jahan Dotson Looks To Start Fresh As Slot Receiver In Philadelphia

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jahan Dotson will face off against the Green Bay Packers in Brazil to open the regular season on Friday. The former Washington Commander was traded to the Eagles two weeks ago as the team was making its final roster transactions before the regular season, giving Philadelphia one of the strongest receiver […]

DeVonta Smith Faces Packers In Brazil Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith will head to Brazil in Week 1 to face off against the Green Bay Packers on Friday night. The 25-year-old signed a three-year, $75 million extension this past offseason and had rave reviews coming out of training camp. While he did not touch the field in the preseason, none […]

Kyle Pitts Dealing With Hamstring Injury

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) is dealing with a hamstring injury and will be limited at practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Raheem Morris. It's not what fantasy managers that drafted Pitts want to see, but it would still be somewhat of a surprise if he's unable to play in the Week […]

A.J. Brown A WR1 In Regular Season Opener

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown will face off against the Green Bay Packers in Brazil on Friday for the team's regular season opener. The 27-year-old signed a three-year contract worth $96 million this past offseason and heads into the regular season as a fringe top five fantasy WR. While Brown shares the field with […]