Elijah Moore A Low-End Flex In Week 17

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore caught just two passes for 19 yards in a Week 16 win over the Houston Texans. He will look to bounce back against the New York Jets in Week 17's Thursday night game. The Jets have been good at shutting down opposing receivers in 2023 as they are allowing […]

Amari Cooper A High-End WR2 In Week 17

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper is coming off a record-setting 265-yard, two-touchdown game in a Week 16 win over the Houston Texans. He will look for an encore in Week 17's Thursday game against the New York Jets. Cooper hasn't practiced yet this week as he is listed with "rest/heel" as his injury designation. […]

Overrated and Underrated NFL Teams: Week 17 NFC Contenders and Pretenders

With 16 weeks under our belts and the NFL Playoff picture taking shape, we're beginning to get a good handle on the league's true "Contenders" and "Pretenders." However, there are no official "rankings" in the NFL, so we'll examine recent hype and public perception of some of the potential NFC playoff teams after Week 16. […]

Kareem Hunt A Flex Option In Week 17

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (groin) found the end zone in a Week 16 win over the Houston Texans. He will now look to score again in Week 17's Thursday night game against the New York Jets. Hunt missed practice with a groin issue on Monday and was limited on Tuesday. He has been […]

When Will Christian Watson Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson was having a late-season breakout when he hurt his hamstring. Watson had scored touchdowns in three straight games from Week 11 through Week 13. Against the Detroit Lions, he came close to having a 100-yard game. Unfortunately, Watson hurt his hamstring against the Kansas City Chiefs, and it […]

When Will Elijah Mitchell Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell surprised everyone in his rookie year by rushing for 963 yards. Though he was a sixth-round draft pick, he finished second among all rookies in rushing yards and first in yards per attempt. Mitchell set a goal of rushing for over 1,000 yards in his second season. But, […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (12/27/23): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

We have a smaller-than-usual slate for a Wednesday night, as there are only six games on the slate during what is a bit of an unusual week scheduling-wise because of the Christmas Day factor Monday. Nevertheless, with 12 teams in action, we have plenty of appealing options to choose from across the salary scale. This […]

Jerome Ford A Low-End RB2 Vs. Jets In Week 17

Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford was held to 25 rushing yards on 15 carries but he managed to find the end zone in a Week 16 win over the Houston Texans. He will look for better efficiency against the New York Jets in Week 17's Thursday night game. Ford is listed on the injury […]

Joe Flacco A QB2 In Week 17

Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco has thrown 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions in his four games in 2023. Coming off a three-touchdown game, Flacco will look to stay hot against the New York Jets in Week 17's Thursday night game. The Jets represent a tough matchup for Flacco as they are allowing the fewest fantasy […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports for NFL WRs: Week 17 Updates for Ja'Marr Chase, Keenan Allen, Courtland Sutton, Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Waddle, and Courtland Sutton

Week 16 was a bit of a bloodbath for receivers. Several big-name receivers ended up missing a pivotal playoff contest for fantasy managers. Several others were knocked out of the contest early and did not return. There is no shortage of receivers fantasy managers will need to be keeping an eye on heading into championship […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For NFL RBs: Week 17 Updates for Raheem Mostert, Isiah Pacheco, Jerome Ford, Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for running backs in Week 17, as of December 27. The injury statuses for various NFL running backs are up in the air for Week 17, including Raheem Mostert, Isiah Pacheco, Jerome Ford, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. As the fantasy football playoffs continue, every decision, transaction, […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Lineup Picks: Daily College Fantasy Football (12/27/23)

We are tipping the scales with four games on each of the next four days before taking New Year's Eve off for the pros. We will end bowl season on New Year's Day with five games before the National Championship a week later. This is where bowl pools and DFS slates start to get really […]

Red Sox Have Had "Consistent Communication" With James Paxton

The Boston Red Sox have had "consistent communication" with free-agent starting pitcher James Paxton, per MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo. While a reunion with the veteran lefty is possible, it is not currently a certainty. The 35-year-old made 19 starts with the Red Sox in 2023, going 7-5 with a 4.50 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP, and a […]

Red Sox "Remain Engaged" With Lucas Giolito

The Boston Red Sox have "remained engaged" with free-agent starting pitcher Lucas Giolito along with many other clubs, per MassLive.com's Chris Cotillo. Despite his proven upside, the 29-year-old posted his second consecutive poor season with the White Sox, Angels, and Guardians, going 8-15 with a 4.88 ERA, 1.31 WHIP, and 25.7% strikeout rate in 33 […]

Marquise Goodwin Limited In Tuesday’s Practice

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (knee) was limited in Tuesday's practice. It appears Goodwin suffered the knee injury in the Browns' win last week after logging nine offensive snaps. The 33-year-old wideout saw just one target in his nine snaps in Week 16. The veteran will have one more chance to upgrade his practice […]

Dodgers, Angels, Red Sox Interested In Teoscar Hernandez

The Los Angeles Dodgers have shown renewed interest in free-agent outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, while the Los Angeles Angels and Boston Red Sox have recently shown interest. The 31-year-old slugger took a step back in the power department in 2023 with the Mariners but still slashed a respectable .258/.305/.435 with 26 home runs, 93 RBI, and […]

Israel Abanikanda Limited In Tuesday’s Walkthrough

New York Jets running back Israel Abanikanda (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice. The Jets held a walkthrough on Tuesday, but Abanikanda would have been a limited participant if the team held a regular practice. The rookie was also limited in practice all of last week due to this ankle injury. However, it […]

White Sox, Martin Maldonado Reportedly Agree To One-Year Deal

The Chicago White Sox have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal plus an option with veteran free-agent catcher Martin Maldonado. The team has not confirmed the deal. Known for his defensive prowess and pitching management, the 37-year-old spent the last six seasons with the Astros and owns a career .207/.282/.349 slash line over 13 seasons. […]

Shaedon Sharpe To Remain Sidelined

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (groin) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings The young guard will miss his third game in a row as he continues to deal with a lingering groin issue. Malcolm Brogdon and Anfernee Simons will start in the backcourt with Sharpe being unavailable. Both players […]

Trevor Lawrence Progressing But Still Uncertain For Week 17

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) suffered an AC joint sprain in his team's Week 16 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. According to head coach Doug Pederson, Lawrence is making progress but his shoulder is still feeling sore two days after the game. Pederson was noncommital as to whether Lawrence would be able to […]

Rico Dowdle Limited With Ankle On Tuesday

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle (ankle) was limited on Tuesday. Dowdle has been managing his ankle injury for several weeks now, although he has been able to play through the issue. With the Cowboys set to face off against the Detroit Lions on Saturday, Dowdle will still have a few more days of practice […]

Deandre Ayton Ruled Out For Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The big man continues to miss time due to a lingering right knee issue. The Blazers aren't going to rush their big man back on the court, so it wouldn't be shocking to see him miss […]

Greg Zuerlein Dealing With Quad Soreness

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein is reportedly dealing with soreness in his right quad coming out of his team's Week 16 win over the Washington Commanders. With the Jets slated to face off against the Cleveland Browns in the Week 17 Thursday night game, Zuerlein's status is in jeopardy. The team is expected to […]

Mark Williams Sitting Out On Tuesday

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (back) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The big man continues to miss time due to a lower back contusion. Nick Richards will remain the starting five and will likely continue to do that until Williams returns. Richards has been playing well and […]

Jordan Addison Being Called Day-To-Day

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (ankle) injured his ankle during a Week 16 loss to the Detroit Lions and did not return to action. His injury is being called day-to-day as the Vikings prepare to take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 17's Sunday night game. In speaking on Addison's injury, head coach […]

Kareem Hunt Limited On Tuesday

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (groin) was limited with a groin injury in Tuesday's practice as his team continues preparing to face off against the New York Jets on Thursday night. Hunt's status is unlikely to be in jeopardy in Week 17 as he has been managing said groin injury for several weeks now. […]

Brandon Miller Unavailable Versus Clippers

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The rookie forward will sit out this game after injuring his ankle during Saturday's loss to the Denver Nuggets. Bryce McGowens is expected to enter the starting five in the absence of Miller. McGowens should see increased […]

Kawhi Leonard To Miss Third Straight Game

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The superstar forward will miss his third game in a row due to a left hip contusion. The Clippers are calling it a day-to-day issue, so hopefully Leonard will be back in the lineup for their next […]

Week 17 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

As we enter Week 17, most analysts operate under the assumption that this is the last week for almost all of your leagues. I've told you before that most savvy fans and fantasy commissioners purposefully avoid their fantasy titles being decided in Week 18. While there are more teams playing for something than there used […]