Tez Johnson Makes Buccaneers' Roster

Rookie wide receiver Tez Johnson has made the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' initial 53-man roster after an impressive preseason. A seventh-round draft pick, Johnson earned his spot over Trey Palmer, who had flashed in his two seasons with the team but has since landed in New Orleans. With Jalen McMillan (neck) on Injured Reserve and Chris […]

Pavin Smith Likely Out for Season

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman/designated hitter Pavin Smith (quadriceps) is likely to miss the rest of the season, manager Torey Lovullo said. Smith went on the 10-day injured list on Aug. 28 with a strained left quadriceps, and with the D-backs' season nearing an end, it doesn't appear he'll have enough time to make it back. […]

Cam Skattebo - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 14+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB4 ANALYSIS: The New York Giants bolstered their running back room by selecting Cam Skattebo in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Arizona State. During his final season at Arizona State, Skattebo flashed immense upside, totaling a Big 12-leading 1,711 yards. He also […]

Xavier Restrepo Added to Titans' Practice Squad

The Tennessee Titans signed wide receiver Xavier Restrepo to their practice squad after the rookie failed to make the team's initial 53-man roster. Restrepo, who signed with Tennessee as an undrafted free agent in April, appeared in three preseason contests and logged three receptions for 26 yards on six targets. He could eventually reunite on […]

Aroldis Chapman Agrees to Contract Extension

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman has agreed to a one-year contract extension with the organization on Saturday. He'll get a one-year, $13.3 million extension that includes a mutual option for the 2027 season. Chapman has been outstanding with a 1.04 ERA, 0.67 WHIP, and a 74/14 K/BB ratio with 26 saves this season. […]

Tyler Phillips Earns Third Save

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Tyler Phillips was called upon to hold a three-run lead versus the New York Mets on Saturday. Both Ronny Henriquez and Calvin Faucher were already used earlier in the game. That being said, Phillips was given a save chance and made the most of it. He tossed a scoreless inning, allowing […]

Efton Chism III Practicing Ahead Of Week 1

New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III (ankle, foot) returned to practice earlier this week after missing some time due to an injury he suffered in the team's second preseason game. The Eastern Washington product told reporters he is "absolutely healthy" on Wednesday, a day after he officially made the Patriots' 53-man roster. Veterans […]

Juan Soto Homers Twice in Loss

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto did a little bit of everything during Saturday's game against the Miami Marlins. He started his day off by getting hit by a pitch in the first inning. He would walk in the second frame, steal second base, and score a run. Soto took right-hander Edward Cabrera deep for […]

Cole Custer Has Been Above Average in Southern 500

Call it coincidence or what have you, but Cole Custer has finished above average in every single Southern 500 he has raced in. Back ni 2020, he wound up 12th in this Crown Jewel race, and then he finished 11th in the 2021 running of it. In 2022, Custer wound up finishing 14th in that […]

Best and Worst Fantasy Football Picks for First 10 Rounds - Draft Targets and Avoids (2025)

I've written many articles this offseason, but I haven't broken down an entire fantasy football draft yet. That's what I'll do in this article. I'll provide you with my best and worst draft picks in each of the first 10 rounds, and a few extra picks after round 10. Of course, it's all subjective. These […]

Struggles Likely to Continue for John Hunter Nemechek at Darlington

Darlington has the nickname "The Track Too Tought To Tame" for a reason. For many Cup Series drivers, it's hard to find success at "The Lady in Black," and that is true for Joh Hunter Nemechek. Although he did pull off a ninth-place finish back in 2020 at Darlington (while driving for Front Row Motorsports), […]

Abner Uribe Records Fourth Save

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Abner Uribe was called upon in the bottom of the ninth inning after his team took the lead in the top half of the inning. Uribe was handed a three-run lead and needed only 13 pitches to close down this game. He allowed a hit, but Uribe tossed a scoreless inning […]

Nick Kurtz Avoids Serious Injury

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. Kurtz was forced to make an early exit on Friday due to an oblique injury. Luckily, the MRI came back clean and Kurtz has avoided any major injuries. A's manager Mark Kotsay said he's hopeful […]

Fantasy Football Bold Predictions - Nick Mariano's 2025 Picks

The 2025 NFL season is nearly upon us! Like you, many of my fantasy drafts have already had their stories written, but these next several days are supplying several more to the fold. No matter when you find yourself on the clock, it is an evergreen principle that you'll have to get bold in calculated […]

Will Howard Resumes Throwing

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard (hand) told the Pat McAfee Show that he is taking an important step in his recovery from a broken bone in his right hand. "I'm back to throwing this week," Howard said on Friday. "So it's feeling good, going in the right direction." Howard suffered the injury to his […]

Darlington-2 DraftKings NASCAR Lineup Picks and Projections (Premium Content)

Another Crown Jewel race takes place this weekend, as the Cook Out Southern 500 is set to take place on Sunday evening from Darlington Raceway. Darlington is one of the most storied tracks on the NASCAR schedule, and also one of the most challenging. Drivers will truly be tested in this race on Sunday night, […]

Damien Martinez Joins Seahawks Practice Squad

The Seattle Seahawks signed rookie running back Damien Martinez to their practice squad earlier this week. Martinez joined the Seahawks as a seventh-round pick from Miami in this year's draft, but he was unable to earn a spot on their season-opening 53-man roster. The 6-foot, 217-pounder spent his first two seasons in college at Oregon […]

Dillon Gabriel Earning Coaching Staff's Trust

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel has "gained a lot of trust from the coaching staff just in terms of how he worked, and we feel good about it," assistant general manager Glenn Cook said. After setting a college football record with 63 starts over six seasons divided among Central Florida, Oklahoma, and Oregon, the […]

LeQuint Allen Jr. Could Fill Third-Down Role

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie LeQuint Allen Jr. is the team's top pass-blocking running back and is "likely to play a critical role on third downs," John Oesher of Jaguars.com writes. The seventh-round pick from Syracuse totaled just two carries in the preseason, but he did finish the exhibition schedule tied for the team lead in catches […]

DK Metcalf a Threat for Double-Digit Touchdowns?

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has consistently targeted wide receiver DK Metcalf near the goal line in training camp. If that continues during the regular season, the 6-foot-4, 229-pound Metcalf could be in line for his first season of 10-plus touchdowns since 2021, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic argues. Metcalf, acquired in the offseason from […]

Best NFL MVP Odds, Futures Bets and Championship Predictions - 2025 Season

The start of the 2025 NFL season is almost here. That means the gang here at RotoBaller is gearing up for another season to help you crush the sportsbooks on all your NFL wagers. The futures market is one that is highly popular among many serious and casual bettors. Whenever you’re looking to play NFL […]

Jauan Jennings Already Played His Final Game with the 49ers?

According to Grant Cohn of SI, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings may have already "played in his final game" with the team. The wideout is looking to be traded or receive an extension. However, none of that has happened. There's also a scenario where Jennings could sit out this season, meaning "he'll make […]

Matt Shaw Retreats to the Bench

Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Shaw will head to the bench after starting in five straight games. He has struggled with only two hits over his last three games. The rookie infielder could use a day off to get his […]

Jordan Beck Heads to the Bench

Colorado Rockies outfielder Jordan Beck is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Beck will get a rare day off on Saturday after starting in nine straight games. He's looking like he could use a day off after going 2-for-19 over his last five games. It has been an […]

KaVontae Turpin to be Even Better in 2025?

Jon Machota of The Athletic believes Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin could score "at least" eight touchdowns in 2025. He was used "in a variety of ways" during training camp, including "as a running back" and a "big-play option down the field in the passing game." As a result, Machota feels the wideout "is […]

Nick Kurtz Absent on Saturday

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (oblique) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. This doesn't come as a surprise after Kurtz was forced to make an early exit from Friday's game due to right-oblique soreness. After the game, A's manager Mark Kotsay said Kurtz will likely undergo additional […]

Javier Baez to Rest on Saturday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Javier Baez is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Kansas City Royals. This appears to be a routine rest day for Baez who has sat out in three of the last five games. Baez went 1-for-9 in the two games that he did play in during that […]

D'Andre Swift to Have a Career Year?

Dan Wiederer of The Athletic believes Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift could surpass 1,500 yards from scrimmage this season. While that mark may not be realistic, there are more than a few reasons to believe Swift might be in line for his best year to date. Ben Johnson, the former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator […]

Kyle Hart to Pitch on Sunday

San Diego Padres pitcher Kyle Hart will take the mound for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. It's unclear if Hart will be making a traditional start or be used as a bulk reliever in an opener situation. Regardless, Hart is unlikely to offer much fantasy value considering he has struggled in the big leagues […]

Cal Quantrill Shifting to Bullpen

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Cal Quantrill will make the shift to the bullpen, according to manager Brian Snitker. Quantrill appears to be the odd man out with Chris Sale (ribs) returning from the injured list. The right-hander hasn't made this a difficult decision for the Braves as he's allowed 12 earned runs across eight innings […]