Mecole Hardman Jr. Practices Fully On Wednesday

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. (thumb) got in a full practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hardman spent four weeks on Injured Reserve after having thumb surgery and was activated ahead of his team's Week 16 game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas […]

Noah Brown Limited By Knee On Wednesday

Houston Texans wide receiver Noah Brown (knee) was limited on Wednesday with a knee injury as his team began preparing to take on the Tennessee Titans in Week 17. Brown has been managing his knee injury for several weeks now, although he has been able to play through it over the past four games. It […]

Nico Collins Limited With A Calf On Wednesday

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) was limited on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Collins missed Week 15 with a calf injury but he was able to return to action in Week 16, catching four balls for 18 yards and a touchdown. There was no word of […]

Luke Musgrave Gets In Limited Practice Wednesday

Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave (kidney) got in a limited practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Musgrave injured his kidney back in Week 11 and hasn't played since but his ability to get in a limited session on Wednesday is a positive sign for the […]

Dontayvion Wicks Misses Practice Wednesday

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (chest, ankle) did not practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Wicks injured his chest while making a touchdown catch in Week 16 and did not return to the game. His missed practice on Wednesday is not a great sign for […]

AJ Dillon Limited By Thumb On Wednesday

Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon (thumb) got in a limited practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Dillon broke his thumb a few weeks back, an injury which caused him to miss Week 15, but he was able to return to action and score a touchdown […]

Brett Kennedy Re-Signs With Reds

The Cincinnati Reds re-signed right-hander Brett Kennedy to a minor-league deal. Kennedy pitched for his second different team in the majors in 2023 when he made five appearances (two starts) for the Reds this past season. In 18 innings, he had a 6.50 ERA (4.64 FIP) and 1.44 WHIP while walking seven and striking out […]

Aaron Jones Gets In Limited Practice Wednesday

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (finger, knee) was a limited participant in his team's practice on Wednesday. Jones turned in one of his better games of the season in Week 16 but he continues to deal with an assortment of injuries, as has been the case for much of the season. With the […]

Rico Dowdle Misses Practice Wednesday With Ankle Injury

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle (ankle) missed practice on Wednesday with an ankle injury. Dowdle was downgraded after practicing on a limited basis on Tuesday, which is never a great sign as the Cowboys prepare to face off against the Detroit Lions in Week 17's Saturday night game. If Dowdle ultimately doesn't end up […]

Rangers Sign Diego Castillo, Andrew Knapp, Others

The Texas Rangers signed free-agent right-handers Diego Castillo, Jesus Tinoco and Gerardo Carrillo, outfielders Sandro Fabian, Elier Hernandez and Derek Hill, and catcher Andrew Knapp to minor-league deals with invitations to major-league spring training on Wednesday. Castillo, 29, allowed six earned runs in just 8 2/3 relief innings for the Seattle Mariners this year, but […]

Allen Lazard Officially Listed As Questionable With An Illness

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard (illness) is officially listed as questionable for his team's Week 17 matchup against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night. Lazard practiced fully on Monday and Tuesday but he apparently was feeling under the weather on Wednesday, forcing him to miss practice and earn a questionable tag heading into […]

Israel Abanikanda Officially Questionable For Thursday

New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was limited on Wednesday and is officially listed as questionable as his team prepares to take on the Cleveland Browns in Week 17's Thursday night game. Abanikanda usurped Dalvin Cook as the No. 2 running back in New York behind Breece Hall last week but his status […]

Greg Zuerlein Officially Questionable For Week 17

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein (quad) got in a limited practice on Wednesday and is officially listed as questionable to play as his team gears up to face off against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17's Thursday night game. Zuerlein missed practice on Tuesday but his ability to get back on the field on […]

Week 17 Fantasy Football Championship Start/Sit Analysis: Wide Receiver, Quarterback Booms and Busts

The fantasy football championship is here! If you're still fighting for your league's title, you can't afford to miss our top 2023 fantasy football Start/Sit analysis for wide receivers and quarterbacks for Week 17 and the fantasy football playoffs. Matt Donnelly discusses his top Start/Sit decisions at the Wide Receiver and Quarterback positions that will […]

Mets Sign Chad Smith To Minors Deal

The New York Mets signed free-agent right-hander Chad Smith to a minor-league deal with an invitation to major-league spring training. Smith became a free agent when he refused an outright assignment to the minors with the Oakland Athletics. The 28-year-old only appeared in 10 games out of the Oakland bullpen in 2023 and wasn't effective, […]

Matthew Slater Limited By Hamstring On Wednesday

New England Patriots wide receiver Matthew Slater (hamstring) was limited in practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Slater missed New England's Week 16 matchup against the Denver Broncos with a hamstring injury but his ability to get back on the practice field on a limited basis on […]

Deandre Ayton Unavailable On Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The big man continues to miss time due to right knee tendinitis. The Blazers aren't doing a lot of winning right now, so they have no incentive to rush Ayton back to the court in […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Limited On Wednesday

New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle) got in a limited practice on Wednesday ahead of his team's Week 17 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Smith-Schuster missed his team's Week 16 game against the Denver Broncos but his ability to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday is a positive sign for the veteran […]

Reds Sign Conner Capel To Minor-League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds signed free-agent outfielder Conner Capel to a minor-league deal on Tuesday that includes an invitation to major-league camp in spring training. Capel will give the Reds some minor-league depth heading into the 2024 season. The 26-year-old played in 32 games for the Oakland Athletics last season, going 19-for-73 (.260) with no home […]

Ty Johnson Limited By Shoulder Wednesday

Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson (shoulder) got in a limited practice on Wednesday as his team prepares to take on the New England Patriots in Week 17. Johnson missed Week 16's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers with the same injury but his ability to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday is a […]

Shaedon Sharpe Won't Play On Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The young guard will continue to miss time due to a lingering groin issue. Malcolm Brogdon figures to see increased run while Sharpe is sidelined. He'll be a fairly strong streaming option while Sharpe is […]

Wander Franco To Be Questioned By Police Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been officially summoned by police in the Dominican Republic to appear for questioning on Thursday, according to sources. Franco is currently under investigation by police and Major League Baseball for alleged inappropriate relationships with minors. Allegations that Franco was in a relationship with a minor surfaced on social […]

Taylor Heinicke Limited Wednesday With Ankle Injury

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (ankle) was limited in Wednesday's practice. Heinicke came away from last Sunday's win over the Indianapolis Colts nursing an ankle injury but his ability to practice on a limited basis is a positive sign as the Falcons gear up to face off against the Chicago Bears in Week 17. Keep […]

Week 17 Fantasy Football Championship Start/Sit Analysis: Running Backs, Tight Ends Booms and Busts

The fantasy football championship is here! Those still fighting for a league title can't afford to miss our top 2023 fantasy football Start/Sit analysis for running backs and tight ends for Week 17 and the fantasy football playoff finals. Matt Donnelly discusses his top Start/Sit decisions at the Running Back and Tight End positions that […]

Victor Wembanyama Expected To Play On Thursday

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama is not on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. This is noteworthy because head coach Gregg Popovich said the prized rookie would not play in both games of the back-to-back set. That means, fantasy managers should prepare for Wembanyama to miss Friday's game. […]

Brandon Miller Uncertain For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (ankle) is currently listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The rookie forward sat out of Tuesday's game due to a right ankle sprain. Bryce McGowens took over for Miller in the starting five on Tuesday. If Miller plays, McGowens will likely remain a starter with […]

Gordon Hayward Won't Play On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The veteran forward injured his calf during Tuesday's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. As a result, Hayward will miss at least one more due to what the team is calling a left calf strain. The Hornets […]

Caris LeVert Cleared For Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. LeVert is back in the rotation after missing Saturday's game due to a knee issue. He should be asked to take on a bigger role with Donovan Mitchell (illness) still on the sideline. LeVert will resume his normal role as […]

Donovan Mitchell Remains Out On Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The superstar guard continues to miss time due to a lingering illness. His absence should keep rookie Craig Porter Jr. in the starting five for Wednesday's game. Caris LeVert (knee) has been cleared to play, so he figures […]

Chris Moore Limited, Kyle Philips A Full Go In Practice

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Chris Moore (ribs) was limited in Wednesday's practice, while Kyle Philips (hamstring) was a full-go. Even with Nick Westbrook-Ikhine (hand) done for the year, Moore doesn't have a very big role in Tennessee's offense as the No. 3 receiver behind DeAndre Hopkins and Treylon Burks. The 30-year-old veteran caught only one […]