Marcus Semien Out Saturday, Will Visit Doctor on Sunday

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien (foot) will not play Saturday against the Cleveland Guardians, Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News reports. Semien, who also missed Friday's game, has a left-foot contusion and is in a walking boot. The 34-year-old has been in pain since he fouled a ball off his foot in a […]

Jeff McNeil Back in Lineup on Saturday

New York Mets second baseman/outfielder Jeff McNeil (shoulder) is returning to the lineup on Saturday in a meeting with the Atlanta Braves. He'll hit fifth against right-hander Cal Quantrill after missing two straight games with soreness in his right shoulder. McNeil has hit a respectable .294/.342/.426 with one home run, eight RBI, and a 9:5 […]

Frankie Montas Placed on 15-Day Injured List

The New York Mets announced that they have placed right-hander Frankie Montas (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with a UCL injury in his pitching elbow, retroactive to Friday. The team recalled righty Huascar Brazoban from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. UCL injuries often lead to long absences for pitchers, so it's possible that […]

Cooper Rush Sees Limited Action in Preseason Win

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Cooper Rush had a perfect passing day in the 30-3 preseason win over the Washington Commanders, completing all five passes for 59 yards and zero touchdowns. This outing marked a bright spot in what has otherwise been an unimpressive preseason for the 31-year-old, who previously spent eight seasons with the Dallas Cowboys. […]

Rasheen Ali Has Productive Preseason Outing

Baltimore Ravens running back Rasheen Ali showcased some versatility for the team in the 30-3 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders. Ali registered nine carries for 36 yards and a touchdown, adding five receptions for 16 yards. The second-year pick out of Marshall is currently listed as the RB4 on the depth chart, battling for […]

Devin Leary Has Subpar Preseason Outing

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Devin Leary had an unimpressive showing in the 30-3 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders, completing 17 of 23 passes for just 71 yards and zero touchdowns, averaging a mere 3.1 yards per attempt. The second-year, former day-three selection from Kentucky also added two carries for nine yards, averaging more yards on […]

Warriors Not Interested in Trading Moses Moody

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Golden State Warriors have "refused this summer to even entertain sign-and-trade scenarios" involving guard/forward Moses Moody. Trading or coming to terms on a new deal for Jonathan Kuminga remains the front office's top priority. Still, it's apparent the team isn't willing to include Moody in a trade, even […]

D'Ernest Johnson Leads Team in Carries, Finds End Zone in Preseason Win

Baltimore Ravens running back D'Ernest Johnson posted a solid stat line in the 30-3 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders, carrying the ball 17 times for 45 yards and scoring one touchdown, adding three receptions for 18 yards. Johnson's significant workload came while Baltimore primarily utilized their third- and fourth-stringers most of the game. Despite […]

Kevin Durant, Rockets Expected to Agree on New Contract

According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the Houston Rockets and forward Kevin Durant have had discussions regarding a new contract. The multi-time All-Star was traded to the Rockets during the offseason. There were those who believed a deal would get done immediately upon his arrival in Houston, although that hasn't happened. Windhorst reported that "there is […]

Warriors, Spurs Interested in Trey Murphy III

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Warriors and Spurs have expressed interest in New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (shoulder). Of course, it would be a win-win scenario for Golden State, considering the club has been desperately trying to move forward Jonathan Kuminga, who remains a restricted free agent. Without a doubt, Murphy […]

Zack Wheeler to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler (shoulder) will undergo season-ending surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome, the team announced. Wheeler will need six to eight months to recover, which could put him in jeopardy for the start of 2026. This is a devastating blow to both the Phillies and fantasy managers, as the 35-year-old has once […]

Oneil Cruz Starting Rehab Assignment on Saturday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz (head) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona on Saturday, Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. Cruz has been on the seven-day concussion injured list since Aug. 13. The hulking slugger got off a to a rough start in August before suffering the injury, as he went 5-for-41 […]

Cade Horton Starting on Saturday

Chicago Cubs right-hander Cade Horton (finger) will start on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels, manager Craig Counsell announced. Horton left a loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday with a middle-finger blister, but it won't lead to any missed starts. The 24-year-old rookie has toed the rubber four times this month and posted a […]

Kyle Freeland to Start Saturday

Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland (finger) will start Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. There was some question as to whether Freeland would be able to pitch after leaving his previous start with a blister on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He's good to go in Pittsburgh, which owns the majors' second-worst wOBA against lefties […]

Ethan Pocic Suffers Knee Injury on Saturday

Cleveland Browns starting center Ethan Pocic (knee) left Saturday's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams with a knee injury, the team announced. Pocic "appeared to get rolled up on during a 14-yard pass from quarterback Joe Flacco to rookie running back Dylan Sampson," according to Dan Labbe of Cleveland.com. Pocic exited in the first […]

PPR Fantasy Football WR Rankings for Drafts - Tyreek Hill, George Pickens, Terry McLaurin, Xavier Worthy, Emeka Egbuka, Kyle Williams, Keon Coleman

Fantasy football draft season is heating up! At RotoBaller HQ, we have been pumping out updated fantasy football rankings articles for different positions daily to get you prepped. Today we're back with our updated PPR wide receiver (WR) fantasy football rankings -- freshly updated for August 2025 and upcoming drafts. Below, you will find where key […]

Otto Lopez Sitting on Saturday

Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez (illness) is not in the lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Maximo Acosta will play short and hit ninth in a matchup with right-hander Jose Berrios. Lopez has been dealing with an illness and hasn't been in Miami's lineup since Tuesday. The 26-year-old has endured a nightmarish August, […]

Browns Plan to Keep Four Quarterbacks

The Cleveland Browns plan to head into the regular season with quarterbacks Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett (hamstring), Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders (oblique) on their 53-man roster, Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reports. This was the likely outcome all along, as Flacco and Pickett were expected to compete for the starting role this summer, while […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Out Again on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (hamstring) remains out of the lineup on Saturday against the Miami Marlins. Ty France will handle first base and hit sixth in a meeting with right-hander Janson Junk. It'll be the fourth straight game off for Guerrero, who hasn't played since he left a loss to the […]

Video: 6 Bold Predictions for 2025 Fantasy Football

As we enter Week 3 of the NFL Preseason, the start of the regular season in painfully close, which means fantasy football drafts are in full swing! RotoBaller analyst Matt Donnelly drops some hot takes in his latest YouTube video. Read ahead to get Donnelly's 6 Bold Predictions for 2025 fantasy football. Win MORE in […]

RJ Harvey Gets the Start in Preseason Finale

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton noted more than a week ago that he would use mostly starters in the team's preseason finale against the New Orleans Saints for eight to 10 plays, according to Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette. On offense to begin Saturday's game, rookie second-round running back RJ Harvey was the […]

Jonnu Smith Returns to Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith (knee) is back in uniform at practice on Saturday after missing the entire preseason with a knee injury, according to Mike DeFabo of The Athletic. This will be Smith's first practice since tweaking his knee on Aug. 5. The 30-year-old should be on track to play in the Week […]

Will Malik Nabers Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

New York Giants Malik Nabers enjoyed an incredible rookie season and is entering the 2025 NFL regular season as one of the league's emerging stars. However, the former LSU standout is dealing with several injuries, which could put him in danger of missing their opening game against the Washington Commanders. Will Nabers be healthy before […]

Will De'Von Achane Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Miami Dolphins star running back De'Von Achane (calf) has been sidelined for some time now with a calf injury. It was originally reported as an undisclosed lower-body injury, but we now have more information, at least. But his fantasy managers certainly aren't very happy. With draft season in fantasy football well underway, both his dynasty […]

C.J. Stroud Sits Out of Preseason Finale

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is not playing in the team's preseason finale on Saturday against the Detroit Lions, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Sports. Other starters that will sit out include running back Nich Chubb, receivers Nico Collins and Christian Kirk and tight end Dalton Schultz. Stroud and the rest of Houston's […]

Nick Chubb Not Playing in Preseason Finale

Houston Texans running back Nick Chubb will not suit up for the team's preseason finale on Saturday versus the Detroit Lions, according to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle. Alexander notes that unless Chubb is dealing with an injury, he's likely a lock to start in Week 1 of the regular season against the […]

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Setting Up as Washington's RB1?

JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington thinks it's interesting that Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. is getting carries in the team's preseason finale on Saturday against the Baltimore Ravens with rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt sitting out. It "might tell the RB depth-chart story" heading into the Week 1 regular-season opener in early September. The […]

Jordan McAbee's NASCAR Betting Picks: Daytona-2 - Coke Zero Sugar 400

The NASCAR Cup Series closes out the regular season at Daytona International Speedway this weekend with the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on Saturday night. This race at Daytona is typically a chaotic mess and can produce some great betting opportunities, depending on how aggressive you want to get. Remember, betting lines for NASCAR can move […]

Kyle Busch Facing a Must-Win Situation at Daytona

If Kyle Busch is going to make the Playoffs this season, he needs to get the win in Saturday night's Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona. The bad news is, that's a lot more difficult than just going out there and having the best car. The good news is, however, that Busch has had one […]

Cal Quantrill Debuting For Braves on Saturday

The Atlanta Braves will start right-hander Cal Quantrill, who was claimed off waivers from the Miami Marlins on Thursday, against the division-rival New York Mets on Saturday after they decided to skip right-hander Spencer Strider this weekend, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman. Right-hander Erick Fedde has also been moved to the bullpen. Quantrill, a 30-year-old […]