Kenny Pickett Not Being Ruled Out For Week 16

The Pittsburgh Steelers plan to start quarterback Mason Rudolph on Saturday in Week 16 against the division-rival Cincinnati Bengals, but they are also leaving "the door ajar" for Kenny Pickett (ankle) in case he is able to return from his high-ankle sprain, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. The Steelers have lost both of Mitch […]

Aaron Rodgers Unlikely To Come Back This Year

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (Achilles) is expected to gain medical clearance to play this week, but it remains unlikely that he will play in the final three games of the regular season with the Jets eliminated from playoff contention. The Jets front office doesn't want Rodgers risking the 2024 season by coming back […]

Vikings Confirm Nick Mullens Will Start In Week 16

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed on Monday that quarterback Nick Mullens will make the start in Week 16 on Sunday against the division-rival Detroit Lions. Mullens earned a second straight start by throwing for 303 yards and two touchdowns in the 27-24 overtime loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday, although he did […]

Jake Browning (QB, CIN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 47% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Browning continued his stellar play in a Week 15 come-from-behind victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Doing his best Joe Burrow impression, Browning led Cincinnati to 21 fourth-quarter points and the game-winning field goal in overtime. The career backup ultimately completed 29 of 42 […]

Seahawks Elevate Sean Mannion To Active Roster

The Seattle Seahawks elevated quarterback Sean Mannion from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster on Monday, a sign that starter Geno Smith (groin) will be inactive on Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles. Smith was listed as questionable on the team's final Week 15 injury report with a groin injury and was considered […]

Jalen Hurts Will Be Active On Monday Night

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (illness) is at Lumen Field in Seattle and will be active to start on Monday night against the Seahawks, according to a source. Hurts began feeling ill on Thursday of last week and didn't practice on Saturday, prompting the Eagles to add him to the injury report with a questionable […]

Is Trevor Lawrence Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence couldn't do much against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 15. Lawrence threw for 264 yards and one touchdown while also losing two fumbles in the contest.  It was not the best game for the 24-year-old quarterback. But following the 23-7 loss, Lawrence was immediately placed in the concussion protocol.  So, […]

Roschon Johnson, Rico Dowdle, Jonathan Mingo - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add Roschon Johnson in 12+ Team PPR Leagues (21% Rostered) Add Rico Dowdle in 12+ Team Leagues (11% Rostered) Add Jonathan Mingo in 14+ Team PPR Leagues (14% Rostered) ANALYSIS: The Bears' backfield situation has fluctuated week-to-week, but Roschon Johnson led all Chicago running backs in rushing yards (36) and receiving yards (24) […]

Joe Flacco (QB, CLE) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Joe Flacco continues to produce in his stint as the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. Flacco engineered a come-from-behind victory against the Chicago Bears in Week 15 while throwing for 374 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions. Joe Flacco threw for […]

Gardner Minshew (QB, IND) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Minshew entered Week 15’s game against the Steelers missing Jonathan Taylor’s presence in the run game. Then, during the first half of the game, he lost both backup running back Zack Moss and top wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. Neither loss proved detrimental to his ability to […]

Baker Mayfield (QB, TB) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 54% of Leagues ANALYSIS: With multiple QB injuries in Week 15, many fantasy managers were forced to make some tough roster decisions. If you took a chance on Baker Mayfield for the first round of the fantasy playoffs, you were rewarded with one of the best […]

When Will C.J. Stroud Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion) suffered a brutal head injury in the team's 30-6 loss to the New York Jets in Week 14. As a result, Stroud did not play in Week 15 against the Tennessee Titans. When Stroud left Week 14 early, he was immediately placed in the concussion protocol. Most players don't […]

Trey Sermon (RB, IND) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 0% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Indianapolis Colts running back Trey Sermon made the most of his opportunities, but he isn't likely to see this type of volume again. If other Colts running backs remain sidelined, Sermon could offer some value based on volume alone. Zack Moss left […]

Tyjae Spears (RB, TEN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 45% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears has recorded 10 or more touches in three consecutive games, including the second-highest number of attempts he's had all season. While his current value may be limited behind a workhorse, any uptick in volume would elevate […]

Chase Brown (RB, CIN) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 20% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown has seen an expanded role in recent weeks and has not disappointed. Despite not playing more than 30% of snaps, the rookie has seen at least nine touches in each of the last three games. […]

Kenneth Gainwell (RB, PHI) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 16

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues ROSTERED IN: 28% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell is not currently a standout fantasy asset, but his value could significantly rise with increased volume. If injuries result in a more prominent role, Gainwell could become a must-start option every week. Gainwell doesn't offer […]

Tutu Atwell On Track To Face Saints On Thursday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell (concussion) has cleared concussion protocol and is expected to play against the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football in Week 16. Atwell missed the Week 14 win over the Washington Commanders in concussion protocol. While his return provides the Rams with a field stretcher, the third-year pro […]

Tayron Guerrero Signs Minors Deal With Angels

The Los Angeles Angels have signed pitcher Tayron Guerrero to a minor-league deal. The right-hander hasn't appeared in the big leagues since the 2019 season, when he worked to a 6.26 ERA across 52 appearances with the Marlins. Most recently, he struggled to a bloated 11.51 ERA across 20 appearances with Triple-A Louisville in the […]

Braxton Berrios Catches Lone Week 15 Target

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios caught his only target for 12 yards in the Week 15 blowout win over the New York Jets. Despite Tyreek Hill (ankle) being inactive, Jaylen Waddle was the only Dolphins' wideout to catch more than two passes. Chase Claypool, Cedrick Wilson Jr., and Berrios combined to catch just five […]

Jonathan India Being Eyed By Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are targeting Reds second baseman Jonathan India on the trade market. The Blue Jays are rather thin in the infield as third baseman Matt Chapman and second baseman Whit Merrifield both hit the open market this offseason. As it stands, shortstop Bo Bichette and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero are the lone […]

Dameon Pierce Logs One Touch In Week 15 Win

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce rushed just one time for three yards and did not draw a target in the Week 15 win over the Tennessee Titans. Meanwhile, Devin Singletary handled 30 total touches and racked up 170 yards. Pierce saw just five touches the week prior against the New York Jets, so Singletary […]

Isiah Pacheco Expected To Play In Week 16

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (shoulder) is expected to return to the lineup and face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 16. Pacheco missed each of the last two games with a shoulder injury, propelling Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Jerick McKinnon into elevated roles. Head coach Andy Reid said Pacheco should be back for […]

Mets Acquire Yohan Ramirez From White Sox

The New York Mets have acquired relief pitcher Yohan Ramirez from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations. Ramirez was designated for assignment by the White Sox last week in order to clear a 40-man roster spot for the recently-signed Eric Fedde. The right-hander split the 2023 season between the White Sox and […]

C.J. Gardner-Johnson Likely To Be Designated To Return From IR This Week

Detroit Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (pectoral) is expected to be designated to return from Injured Reserve this week, according to head coach Dan Campbell. The veteran defensive back has been on IR since he suffered a torn pec in the Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. His return to the lineup could provide a […]

Tommy Nance Signs Minors Deal With Padres

The San Diego Padres have signed right-handed pitcher Tommy Nance to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to big-league spring training. The 32-year-old didn't appear in the big leagues in the 2023 season due to a shoulder injury and last appeared with the Marlins in the 2022 season, working to a 4.33 ERA across […]

Keaton Mitchell Suffers Full ACL Tear On Sunday Night

Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (knee) suffered a full ACL tear in the Week 15 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday Night Football. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, there is optimism for a full recovery. However, he's obviously out for the remainder of the 2023 season and any playoff games the Ravens […]

Spenser Watkins Inks Minors Pact With Nationals

The Washington Nationals have signed right-hander Spenser Watkins to a minor-league deal. The 31-year-old was originally drafted by the Tigers in the 30th round back in 2014 but hasn't enjoyed much success at the major league level. Watkins owns a career 5.97 ERA across 40 MLB appearances (31 starts) spanning 164 1/3 innings of work. […]

Demarcus Robinson Finds End Zone Again In Week 15

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson caught two of his three targets for 44 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for 23 yards in the Week 15 win over the Washington Commanders. Robinson has now caught a touchdown in his last three games, officially entering the fantasy radar. Fantasy managers in shallower leagues […]

Jalin Hyatt Logs No Catches On Three Targets In Week 15

New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt failed to catch any of his three targets in the Week 15 loss to the New Orleans Saints. Eight Giants players caught a pass on Sunday, but Hyatt was not one of them. The third-round rookie now has two or fewer receptions in nine games this year, so […]

Braves Release Matt Carpenter

The Atlanta Braves have released designated hitter Matt Carpenter. The veteran was acquired last week in a trade with the San Diego Padres but his inclusion in the deal was attached to his $5.5 million contract for the 2024 season that the Padres wanted to get off their books while the Braves were able to […]