Kyle Karros Back in the Lineup on Friday

Colorado Rockies rookie infielder Kyle Karros (back) is starting at third base and will hit fifth in Friday's series opener in Pittsburgh against the Pirates and right-hander Braxton Ashcraft. Karros is returning to the starting nine after missing the last two games with back tightness. The 23-year-old son of former big-leaguer Eric Karros will be […]

Evan Carter Could Miss Rest of Season With Fractured Wrist

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said on 105.3 The Fan that outfielder Evan Carter (wrist) could be out for the rest of the season after being diagnosed with a fractured wrist. "They did find a fracture there, that's a pretty big hit," Bochy said. "We'll get him back, we'll just stay positive on this end […]

Nico Collins Targeted Early and Often in Joint Practice on Thursday

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins was targeted by quarterback C.J. Stroud "all day" during the team's joint practice with the Detroit Lions on Thursday, according to Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. In the four games before he injured his hamstring in Week 5 of 2024, Collins was averaging nearly 11 targets per contest. It […]

Audric Estime a Cut Candidate in Denver?

Denver Broncos running back Audric Estime "may not even make the roster" out of training camp, according to Nick Kosmider of The Athletic. A fifth-round pick in 2024, Estime rushed for 310 yards and two touchdowns on 76 carries as a rookie. Denver overhauled their running back room heading into 2025, using a second-round pick […]

Jaylin Noel Impresses in Joint Practice on Thursday

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel was a standout performer in the team's joint practice with the Detroit Lions on Thursday, according to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle. Alexander writes that Noel will "find some time on the field this season and should make an impact." Houston drafted Noel in the third […]

Patrick Ricard Dealing With Soft-Tissue Injury

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that fullback Patrick Ricard (soft tissue) is dealing with a "soft tissue thing" but should be able to return to practice before Week 1. Ricard has played in all 17 games for Baltimore in each of the last three regular seasons. While he's not a fantasy-relevant player himself, […]

PPR Fantasy Football RB Rankings for Drafts - James Cook, Kaleb Johnson, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Brian Robinson, RJ Harvey, Dylan Sampson, Jordan Mason

Whether you play in PPR, Half-PPR, or standard leagues, we've got you covered -- we've been releasing updated fantasy football rankings articles for all different types of league formats. And today we focus on running backs in PPR formats with our updated PPR running back draft (RB) fantasy football rankings -- freshly updated for August […]

Yordan Alvarez Swinging the Bat Well on Rehab Assignment

Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (hand) went 3-for-4 with two doubles, an RBI, two runs scored and a strikeout in his latest minor-league rehab game on Thursday with Double-A Corpus Christi. Alvarez has now gone 5-for-8 with three doubles, a stolen base and a walk in his first two rehab games on the farm […]

Will Cam Skattebo Play In Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

New York Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo has returned to the field, sparking optimism for both the team and fantasy managers. The fourth-round pick from Arizona State came back to training-camp practice on August 19 after missing time due to a nagging hamstring injury. His comeback is a key step toward earning a significant […]

Mick Abel, Taj Bradley Could Join Twins This Weekend

Minnesota Twins pitchers Mick Abel and Taj Bradley could join the starting rotation as soon as this weekend in Chicago against the White Sox, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The Twins oped to start Abel and Bradley at Triple-A St. Paul to allow them to acclimate to the organization after they were both […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings - Jayden Daniels, Joe Burrow, Brock Purdy, Bo Nix, Caleb Williams, Justin Fields, Drake Maye, more

Whether you drafted a must-start QB stud or are playing the weekly streaming game, check our updated Week 1 fantasy football quarterback rankings for 2025 to see the pecking order for the opening week of the new NFL season. In the rankings set below, you will see where key signal-callers such as Jayden Daniels, Joe Burrow, Brock […]

Tommy Edman Running Pain-Free

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman (ankle) is running straight ahead without pain as he rehabs from a right-ankle sprain that landed him on the 10-day injured list on Aug. 4. The next step for Edman will be "doing some curves," according to manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers are not going to rush him back […]

Hunter Renfrow on the Roster Bubble?

The Athletic's Joseph Person suggests that Carolina Panthers veteran wide receiver Hunter Renfrow could be in danger of not making the 53-man roster heading into the regular season. General manager Dan Morgan might have tipped his hand when Brycen Tremayne was inactive for the team's preseason finale on Thursday night, while Renfrow and David Moore […]

Isaac Guerendo Still the RB2 in San Francisco?

Running back Christian McCaffrey is the San Francisco 49ers' unquestioned No. 1 RB when he's healthy, but Cam Inman of the Bay Area News Group thinks that Isaac Guerendo is still the projected RB2 behind CMC despite Friday's trade acquisition of Brian Robinson Jr, presuming that B-Rob isn't fast-tracked over the next two weeks. Guerendo […]

Gabriel Moreno to be Back in Friday's Lineup

Arizona Diamonbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (finger) is set to be activated from the 60-day injured list and return to the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Cincinnati Reds, according to manager Torey Lovullo. "I penciled [Gabriel Moreno] in the lineup for tonight," Lovullo said on MLB Network radio on SiriusXM. The D-backs will […]

DJ Giddens Emerging as Colts' RB2

Indianapolis Colts rookie running back DJ Giddens is making waves in camp, solidifying himself as the No. 2 option behind Jonathan Taylor. The Kansas State product brings a strong mix of power and elusiveness that has quickly carried over to the NFL level. Impressively, Giddens has also flashed as a dependable pass-catcher, an area where […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings - Trey McBride, T.J. Hockenson, Travis Kelce, David Njoku, Tucker Kraft, Hunter Henry, Kyle Pitts, more

Whether you're deciding who to draft or who to start, tight ends are always the trickiest position to navigate. We're here to assist with our updated Week 1 fantasy football tight end rankings for 2025. In the table below, you will see where key TEs like Trey McBride, T.J. Hockenson, Travis Kelce, David Njoku, Tucker Kraft, Hunter […]

Kyle Monangai Emerging as Bears No. 2 Running Back

Chicago Bears rookie Kyle Monangai is carving out a meaningful role in the backfield behind starter D'Andre Swift. The seventh-round pick out of Rutgers has impressed with his compact 5'8", 207-pound frame, showcasing the physicality to grind out tough yards between the tackles. His hard-nosed running style complements Swift's shiftiness and should help ease pressure […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Traded to 49ers

The Washington Commanders traded running back Brian Robinson Jr. to the San Francisco 49ers on Friday. With Austin Ekeler and Jacory Croskey-Merritt emerging as Washington's top options, Robinson became expendable and now lands as Christian McCaffrey's backup. While McCaffrey is fully healthy and drawing rave reviews in camp, his injury history makes Robinson a valuable […]

Pablo Lopez Goes 1 2/3 Frames in First Rehab Start

Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez (shoulder) made his first minor-league rehab start on Thursday night for Triple-A St. Paul and went 1 2/3 innings, allowing an earned run on four hits while walking one and striking out two for the loss against Triple-A Round Rock. Lopez is currently on the 60-day injured list and is […]

Jets Rookie Mason Taylor to Play Key Role in Offense

New York Jets rookie tight end Mason Taylor has impressed coaches throughout preseason, positioning himself for a major role in the passing game. At 6'5" and 251 pounds, Taylor brings the physicality to hold up as a blocker while flashing reliable hands as a receiver. His ability to contribute in both phases makes him an […]

Dylan Sampson to Earn Carries Early in Browns Backfield

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Dylan Sampson is pushing for touches after a strong preseason. The fourth-round pick has capitalized on Quinshon Judkins' missed time and carved out a role behind Jerome Ford. Ford paced the team in rushing last season but managed just 790 yards from scrimmage, leaving room for competition. Sampson's burst and […]

Nacho Alvarez Jr. to Serve as Starting Third Baseman the Rest of the Year

MLB.com's Mark Bowman writes that Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. will serve as the team's third baseman for the rest of the year now that Austin Riley (abdomen) has been shut down for the season. Manager Brian Snitker suggested that Alvarez might be best utilized as a utility man in the future, but for […]

Fernando Cruz Could Return Early Next Week

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Fernando Cruz (oblique) is scheduled to make a four-out minor-league rehab appearance on Friday and then could be activated from the injured list for the series opener on Monday against the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com. Cruz last pitched on Aug. 19 for Double-A Somerset. The 35-year-old veteran has been […]

Jaguars Backfield Becoming a Split Rise of Tank Bigsby

The Jacksonville Jaguars feature one of the NFL's deepest running back rooms, and Tank Bigsby has emerged as more than just a change-of-pace option. Bigsby outcarried Travis Etienne 168 to 150 in 2024, showcasing the coaching staff's trust in him as a steady early-down runner. Etienne, however, remains a dynamic weapon with pass-catching and big-play […]

Pat Freiermuth Gets Involved In Preseason Week 3

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth hauled in both of his targets for six yards in a 19-10 exhibition victory over the Carolina Panthers. Freiermuth, who was held out of Pittsburgh's first two preseason contests, played with the first-team offense on Thursday night and was immediately a go-to option for quarterback Mason Rudolph. In addition […]

Tyler Wells Goes 5 2/3 Innings in Latest Rehab Start

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Tyler Wells made his fourth minor-league rehab start with Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday and allowed two earned runs on six hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out four in 5 2/3 innings to take the loss against Triple-A Charlotte. Wells continues to work his way back from UCL recontrusction surgery […]

College Football Betting Picks: Futures Predictions Include Win Totals, Conference Champions, and CFP Odds (2025)

I don't usually get too involved with college football futures bets, but the massive realignment that happened just over a year ago offers a chance to make some serious coin if you know where to look. With unbalanced conference schedules come chances to catch people sleeping on certain teams. For example, Virginia doesn't play a […]

Superflex (2QB) Fantasy Football Rankings (August 2025): Justin Fields, Jared Goff, Cameron Ward, Tua Tagovailoa, Daniel Jones, Joe Flacco, Jaxson Dart

Superflex leagues have become a popular alternative to traditional single quarterback leagues. For those unfamiliar with superflex leagues, the format allows you to start two quarterbacks, but doesn't require you to. For fantasy managers who play in superflex or 2-QB leagues, we've got you covered with our updated 2025 fantasy football Superflex/2-QB rankings. Find out where […]

Scotty Miller Ends Strong Preseason On High Note

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Scotty Miller logged three receptions for 82 receiving yards in a 19-10 exhibition win over the Carolina Panthers. Most notably, Miller gained 53 yards on a deep ball from quarterback Skylar Thompson that set up a Steelers field goal to close out the first half. The 28-year-old has stood out the […]