Michael McDowell Likely Needs Win To Advance

Although Michael McDowell made the playoffs and earned his best short track qualifying performance ever for Saturday night's Bristol race, he almost certainly won't advance to the Round of 12. He ranks last in the playoffs 40 points below the cutline, which means he needs a win. Stage points might help as well. However, short […]

Bubba Wallace Needs Some Help To Advance

Bubba Wallace enters Saturday night's Bristol race 19 points beneath the playoff cutline after blowing a tire and hitting the wall at Kansas last weekend while running second. Unfortunately, having bad luck at his best track means he likely needs a great finish at a track that has historically been not so good. In eight […]

Pat Freiermuth Upgraded To Full Practice Participant

After being listed as limited in Thursday's practice, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (chest) was able to put in a full practice on Friday. Freiermuth suffered a chest injury in the Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, but it doesn't appear to be very serious and he should be available to play […]

Joey Logano In Danger Of Missing Round Of 12

Joey Logano ranks 11th in points, a mere 12 points above the playoff cutline entering Saturday's Bristol night race. Despite winning last year's championship, his prospects of advancing look not that certain. In last year's race, he finished 27th after a suspension failure and only ranked 16th in speed. Although he did win the inaugural […]

Ryan Blaney A Risky Play At Bristol

On Friday afternoon, Ryan Blaney qualified 11th for the Brass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway. Although he generally performs well at short tracks, the second-generation star has been inconsistent throughout his Cup career on Bristol's concrete track. In his 13 starts on the concrete, he has five top 10s, but an average […]

Diontae Johnson Misses Another Day Of Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (hamstring) missed practice for the second straight day this week on Friday and isn't expected to play on Monday night in Week 2 against the Cleveland Browns after injuring his hamstring in the Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. With Johnson potentially out for up to a […]

Lamar Jackson - Week 2 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson turned in a poor performance in his first action of the season. After missing all three preseason games, Jackson showed some rust. Now, he and the Ravens go up against a Bengals squad that was embarrassed by the Browns. The star quarterback is 6-2 against Cincinnati in his career and […]

Christopher Bell Wins Pole For The Third Straight Race

Christopher Bell qualified P1 for Saturday's Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol, marking the third consecutive race where the No. 20 car will start up front. Although it's generally advised to avoid playing Bell when he's towards the front, this week he is a must-start. In the eight short track races that have taken […]

John Metchie III Set To Make NFL Debut Sunday

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (hamstring) was upgraded to a full practice participant on Friday and was removed from the Week 2 injury report as a result. After missing all of his rookie season due to leukemia and a torn ACL, Metchie's story of perseverance will see him active for the first game […]

Tyjae Spears Good To Go Against Chargers

Tennessee Titans rookie running back Tyjae Spears (groin) practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and has been removed from the final Week 2 injury report. He will be active on Sunday against the visiting Los Angeles Chargers. Spears was never really in danger of missing his second NFL game. Believe it or not, he […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Off The Week 2 Injury Report

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) has been removed from Friday's final injury report and will start under center on Sunday in Buffalo against the Bills in Week 2. Garoppolo and the Bills will face a stiff test on the road for the second straight week as they attempt to open the 2023 season […]

Jakobi Meyers Officially Ruled Out

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers (concussion) remains in the league's concussion protocol and has officially been ruled out for Week 2 against the Buffalo Bills after initially being ruled as doubtful to play. Meyers had a successful debut with the Raiders in the Week 1 win over the Denver Broncos and caught two […]

Jerry Jeudy Good To Go For Sunday

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton told reporters on Friday that wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (hamstring) is good to go for Sunday's Week 2 contest at home against the Washington Commanders. Jeudy put in full practices on Thursday and Friday but was listed as questionable on the team's final injury report. It appears fantasy managers […]

Zack Moss To Make Season Debut This Sunday

Indianapolis Colts running back Zack Moss (forearm) is off the injury report completely and will make his 2023 season debut this Sunday against the Houston Texans. After an ineffective start for the team's RBs in the Week 1 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars and with rookie Evan Hull (knee) on Injured Reserve, Moss could have […]

Darren Waller Has No Injury Status Heading Into Week 2

New York Giants tight end Darren Waller (hamstring) was limited in practice on Friday but was removed from the final injury report heading into Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals on the road. Waller is dealing with a hamstring injury to the same leg that caused him to miss time with the Las […]

DeAndre Hopkins Questionable To Play In Week 2

Tennessee Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (ankle) missed practice all week and is listed as questionable to play in Week 2 as the team hosts the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. Because the 31-year-old has been around for a while, he still isn't being ruled out for this weekend's contest despite not practicing at all […]

Another Questionable Tag For Christian Watson

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (hamstring) was able to practice on a limited basis on Friday but was listed as questionable on the final injury report for Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. Watson didn't practice on Wednesday or Thursday, but his return to the practice field on Friday gives him […]

Aaron Jones Misses Practice, Listed As Questionable

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (hamstring) did not take part in practice on Friday and is listed as questionable to play this Sunday in Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. Fantasy managers that have Jones in a starting lineup spot for this weekend should already be making plans to be without him. The […]

Marcus Stroman Activated From Injured List

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (ribs) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Friday. The right-hander has been out since mid-August due to a right cartilage fracture. Before going down, Stroman held a 3.85 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, and 111/50 K/BB ratio through 23 starts. It's uncertain when Stroman is going to rejoin […]

C.J. Stroud Listed As Questionable Ahead Of Week 2

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's Week 2 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts. The rookie quarterback was added to Friday's injury report with a right shoulder injury, which is concerning considering Stroud throws right-handed. We'll likely find out more about this injury on Saturday but there's a chance […]

Brandon McManus - Week 2 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Brandon McManus is a strong option in Week 2 vs. Kansas City. McManus started his first year season in a Jags uniform on a positive note, nailing his only field goal attempt (45 yards) and converting all four extra points. The Jaguars will likely need touchdowns to keep up with Patrick Mahomes […]

Pete Crow-Armstrong Sitting Out On Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The top prospect is currently 0-for-7 in his first three major league games. The Cubs have high hopes for Crow-Armstrong and are hopeful he can be an everyday option for them in center field. On Friday, Mike […]

NFL DFS Must Avoids and Injuries for Week 2 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to our weekly Must Avoids and Injuries series for our NFL DFS Premium Subscribers.  Below, you'll find our expert's top players to avoid this week and a snapshot of the injuries that matter heading into the DFS main slate. We're looking at the […]

Breece Hall Listed As Questionable Ahead Of Week 2

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Dallas Cowboys. Hall got in several limited practices earlier this week before being upgraded to a full participant on Friday, so he's in no danger of missing Sunday's game. The Jets have just been taking it […]

Zay Jones - Week 2 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones looks to stay hot in Week 2 against Kansas City. Jones had a brilliant opening day in Indianapolis, snagging five catches for 55 yards and a beautiful touchdown grab in the corner of the end zone. Calvin Ridley saw the most love from quarterback Trevor Lawrence, but Jones was […]

Mickey Moniak Placed On Injured List

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This news isn't shocking considering Moniak hasn't played in roughly 10 days due to a lingering back issue. He'll be joined on the injured list by fellow infielder Mike Moustakas (forearm) on Friday. In a corresponding move, infielder Kyren Paris […]

Chad Ryland - Week 2 Outlook for Fantasy Football

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland is not a viable fantasy option heading into Week 2 versus the Miami Dolphins. The team transitioned from veteran Nick Folk to Ryland at the end of training camp, and the rookie had a quiet debut in Week 1, going 2-for-2 on extra points while never attempting a field […]

Evan Engram - Week 2 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Evan Engram had a solid start to the year last week, catching five passes for 49 yards on five targets. More production is to be expected of the veteran tight end when the Jaguars take on the Chiefs in what should be a high-scoring affair this week. Kansas City let Lions […]

DeVante Parker Listed As Questionable For SNF

New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker (knee) is questionable for Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Miami Dolphins, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN. Parker did practice all week, in a limited capacity, so he hasn't been ruled out. However, it should be noted, that the veteran receiver missed the Patriots' Week 1 contest […]

Matt Carpenter To Injured List, Ji-Man Choi Activated

San Diego Padres infielder Matt Carpenter (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday. The veteran slugger is expected to miss the rest of the season while dealing with elbow inflammation. In a corresponding move, first baseman Ji-Man Choi (ankle) has been activated from the injured list. Choi recently fractured his ankle, […]