Travis Kelce Looking To Perform In Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will face the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday in Week 1. Kelce had a down year in 2024, finishing as the TE5 in total points and TE7 in points-per-game in PPR. The 35-year-old was still able to produce TE1 numbers, but he did not provide the positional advantage […]

Eagles Attempted to Trade for Micah Parsons

League sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the Philadelphia Eagles "made a strong push" to trade for All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons, who was eventually traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers. Understandably, the Cowboys had no interest in trading the two-time All-Pro within their division, especially to the rival Eagles. After trading […]

Yordany De Los Santos Heads to High-A Greensboro

Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Yordany De Los Santos was promoted to High-A Greensboro on Wednesday after a productive 116 games at Single-A Bradenton. The Pirates' 14th-ranked prospect hit just .249 with a .699 OPS, but belted 11 home runs and stole 51 bases for the Marauders, which was second-most in the Florida State League. The […]

Patrick Mahomes Set For Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is set to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1 of the 2025 season. The Chiefs will face off against the Chargers on Friday in Sao Paulo, Brazil, for the first international game of the year. Mahomes is coming off a disappointing season from a statistical standpoint, […]

Kyle Carr Promoted to Double-A Somerset

New York Yankees pitching prospect Kyle Carr was promoted to Double-A Somerset on Wednesday after a strong season at High-A Hudson Valley. The Yankees' 13th-ranked prospect recorded a 1.96 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 104 strikeouts in 119 1/3 innings pitched over 22 starts for the Renegades. Things began smoothly in his Double-A debut, not allowing […]

Riley O'Brien Could Return This Weekend

The St. Louis Cardinals are hoping that right-handed reliever Riley O'Brien (shoulder) will be available out of their bullpen this weekend during their series against the visiting San Francisco Giants, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. O'Brien has been dealing with a right-shoulder injury and hasn't pitched for the Cardinals in over a week, but […]

Jaxon Wiggins Promoted to Triple-A Iowa

Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins has been promoted to Triple-A Iowa following a successful 10-game stint at Double-A Knoxville. The Cubs' fourth-ranked prospect (MLB No. 81) began the season at High-A, pitching to a 1.71 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, and a 17.1 percent K-BB% over six appearances (five starts, 26 1/3 innings pitched), then followed […]

Marquise Brown Cleared to Play Against Chargers

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown (ankle) practiced in full on Thursday and has been officially removed from the team's injury report. Brown, who managed only two games in 2024 due to injury, will look to bounce back after posting just nine receptions for 91 yards a year ago. Now healthy, the Chiefs expect […]

DraftKings CFB DFS Lineup Picks: Daily College Fantasy Football Friday Slate (9/5/25)

The NFL is taking over Thursday night this week, so we have a Friday slate instead. This isn't your normal small slate. We have at least one good game on there. All three will likely be competitive, even with FCS Eastern Washington making its way into our hearts and DFS lineups. We begin with a […]

Isaiah Likely Still Not Practicing, Unlikely to Play in Week 1

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) missed practice again on Thursday, putting his Week 1 availability in serious doubt. The 25-year-old has not practiced since undergoing foot surgery on August 1, and it appears unlikely he will be ready for the opener. Likely carved out a meaningful role in 2024, appearing in 16 games […]

Mike Kafka to Resume Play-Calling Duties for Giants

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll announced Thursday that offensive coordinator Mike Kafka will resume play-calling duties for the 2025 season. Daboll took over the role in 2024, but the offense continued to struggle, finishing 30th in total yards, 28th in passing, and 23rd in rushing. Kafka previously called plays in 2023, when the […]

Nick Castellanos on the Bench on Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos will retreat to the bench for Thursday's series finale against the hosting Milwaukee Brewers. The left-handed-hitting Max Kepler will make the start in right field for the Phillies and will bat seventh against Brewers right-hander Freddy Peralta. This will be the fourth time in the last 10 games that Castellanos […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings: Brandon Aubrey, Jake Elliott, Cameron Dicker, Wil Lutz, Tyler Bass, Matt Gay, Cam Little, Jake Moody, more

Fantasy football kickers matter more than some people think, as they can be and often are the difference between winning and losing matchups. If you're looking for the top fantasy kicker options this week, we've got you covered with our Week 1 fantasy football kicker rankings for 2025. In the rankings table below, you'll see where […]

Orelvis Martinez Placed on Triple-A Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Orelvis Martinez (undisclosed) was placed on the 7-day injured list at Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday, retroactive to September 2. The nature of the injury is not known, but at his point in the season, it will all but end his 2025 campaign. The Blue Jays' 12th-ranked prospect has had a […]

Seahawks Extend Right Tackle Abraham Lucas

The Seattle Seahawks have signed starting right tackle Abraham Lucas to a three-year contract extension. Lucas, a 2022 third-round pick, has battled injuries the past two seasons but has remained a reliable starter whenever on the field, logging 13 appearances across that span. The Seahawks view the 26-year-old as a cornerstone piece of their offensive […]

Jonathan Cannon Coming Up to Serve in Bulk-Relief Role

The Chicago White Sox announced on Thursday that they recalled right-hander Jonathan Cannon and left-hander Tyler Gilbert from Triple-A Charlotte and placed left-hander Bryan Hudson (back) on the 15-day injured list with a lower-back strain in a corresponding move. Right-hander Bryse Wilson was also designated for assignment. Cannon is expected to serve in a bulk-relief […]

Amari Cooper Informs Raiders of Retirement

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper has informed the team that he intends to retire ahead of Week 1, citing a lack of desire to continue playing. Cooper, who joined the Raiders this offseason in hopes of competing for a starting role, was listed behind rookie Dont'e Thornton Jr. on the initial depth chart. […]

Cole Ragans Could Go on Rehab Assignment This Weekend

Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans (shoulder) threw a two-up live batting practice session at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday that consisted of around 30 pitches and could embark on a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend if everything checks out in the coming days, according to MLB.com. It was the first time that Ragans has faced […]

Jurickson Profar Back From Paternity List

The Atlanta Braves announced on Thursday that they reinstated outfielder Jurickson Profar from the paternity list and also recalled right-hander Daysbel Hernandez from Triple-A Gwinnett. In corresponding moves, the team designated infielder Luke Williams for assignment and released right-hander Cal Quantrill. Right-hander Wander Suero was claimed off waivers by the New York Mets. Profar will […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Defense (D/ST) Rankings: Broncos D/ST, Jets D/ST, Cardinals D/ST, Vikings D/ST, Eagles D/ST, Texas D/ST, Patriots D/ST

The moment we have all been waiting for is here. It's time to set those Week 1 fantasy football lineups, and a fantasy defense with a favorable matchup should be the final piece of your winning team. Below, you will see our Week 1 fantasy football defense (D/ST) rankings for 2025. These rankings include all […]

Jaylin Noel Set for Big Week 1 Role?

With Houston Texans wide receivers Christian Kirk (hamstring) and Braxton Berrios (hamstring) currently sidelined with injuries, KPRC 2 Sports' Aaron Wilson suggests that rookie Jaylin Noel "figures heavily into the replacement plan" heading into Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams. Wilson goes on to write that Noel is a "classic slot receiver with 4.39 […]

Los Angeles Chargers D/ST Faces a Challenging Week 1

The Los Angeles Chargers' D/ST faces a tough matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1. Although the Chargers' defense was a top-tier unit in 2024, finishing first in the NFL in points allowed per game (17.7), they will face a high-powered Chiefs offense led by All-Pro quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Mahomes has hinted at […]

Cameron Dicker Remains a Top Kicker for Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker is a strong pick in Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs despite a potentially tough venue in São Paulo, Brazil. Dicker is coming off a career-high 150-point season, with an impressive 92.9% field goal accuracy, including nine of 11 from beyond 50 yards. While the game at Arena […]

Jayden Reed Returns to Practice

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot) returned to practice on Thursday, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN. It's unclear if Reed was limited or a full participant, but the fact that he's on the field at all is good news for his chances of playing in the Week 1 season opener this Sunday […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football FLEX Rankings for Half-PPR: Ricky Pearsall, Matthew Golden, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Josh Downs, Dylan Sampson

It can be tricky to choose between players with similar outlooks and different positions, so we're here with our first edition of weekly flex rankings. Use these Week 1 fantasy football FLEX rankings for 2025 to guide your tough start 'em, sit 'em calls. Below, check out the rankings to see where flex options like […]

Will Dissly, A Touchdown-Dependent Option for Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Will Dissly is expected to be the main option at his position in Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Dissly is entering his eighth season and will be part of a group that includes Tyler Conklin, Tucker Fisk, and rookie Oronde Gadsden. In 2024, the Chiefs' defense ranked among […]

KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Usage Uncertain for Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Keandre Lambert-Smith is a player to watch as the season progresses, but his fantasy value remains low heading into Week 1. The fifth-round rookie out of Auburn had an impressive preseason, often outshining fellow rookie Tre Harris with his production. Lambert-Smith flashed for over 100 yards and a touchdown […]

Quentin Johnston Cleared for Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston (concussion) is expected to play in Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs after passing the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. He is also not listed on the team's initial injury report. The 2023 first-round pick has shown flashes with 55 catches, 711 yards, and eight touchdowns last season, […]

Christian Kirk Not Seen Practicing on Thursday

Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk (hamstring) was not seen practicing with the rest of the team on Thursday in the portion of practice open to the media, according to Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle. Although Kirk's final practice participation is unknown, this is definitely something to watch after he was listed as a […]

Bills Sign Matt Prater to Practice Squad

The Buffalo Bills signed free-agent veteran kicker Matt Prater to their practice squad on Thursday, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Fantasy managers that drafted Tyler Bass (hip) as their starting kicker need to pay close attention heading into this weekend. Although Bass was limited in Wednesday's practice, he could be in danger […]