Jake Ferguson a Borderline Fantasy Starter Versus Giants

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson came tantalizingly close in Week 1, with two potential touchdowns slipping through his fingers. Part of the challenge is that the Cowboys' wide receivers soak up so much attention that defenses can occasionally forget Ferguson exists, giving him sneaky opportunities. Still, history isn't exactly kind; against the Giants, he's […]

Cowboys D/ST a Low-End Starting Option in Week 2

Life without All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons is already looking a little too bleak for the Dallas Cowboys defense. In Week 1, the Cowboys managed just one lonely sack and otherwise played a bend-but-don't-break style of defense -- solid for real football, but a snooze fest for fantasy managers hoping for splash plays. Until someone steps […]

Miles Sanders Merely a Depth Stash

Just before the lightning delay against Philadelphia in Week 1, Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders coughed up a costly fumble that shifted momentum in the Cowboys' opener. It was a tough break, especially after he flashed with a 49-yard run earlier in the game. With rookie Jaydon Blue inactive and both Blue and Phil […]

Don't Give Up on George Pickens Just Yet

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens' Cowboys debut was underwhelming on the stat sheet -- three catches for 30 yards -- but there's no reason for fantasy managers to smash the panic button. Pickens himself said he's eager to "get back in the lab" after seeing real game coverages, and drew a key pass interference […]

Kalel Mullings Doubtful for Week 2

Tennessee Titans rookie running back Kalel Mullings (ankle) is listed as doubtful to face the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2 in the team's home opener. Mullings did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday before getting in a limited practice on Friday. The 22-year-old was the team's RB3 in the season-opening loss to the Denver […]

Dak Prescott Ready to Drop a Giant Game

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's Week 1 line against the Eagles didn't tell the full story. His night could have been much bigger if his pass-catchers had simply held onto a few well-placed throws -- his fantasy performance would've looked completely different with those extra yards (and potential scores) on the board. Now he heads […]

Jayden Daniels Gets MRI on his Knee?

Grant Paulsen of 106.7 The Fan says that he heard that Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (knee) got an MRI exam done on his knee on Friday after getting banged up in the Thursday night loss to the Green Bay Packers. Daniels never left the 27-18 loss, but he was limping "pretty good" at the […]

Javonte Williams Poised to Run Wild vs. Giants

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams is "clearly" the starter, according to offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer. After some offseason uncertainty about how Dallas would deploy its backfield, Williams put concerns to rest with a strong Week 1 showing in Philadelphia. He logged 17 touches for 64 total yards and two touchdowns, proving he can handle […]

Nick Chubb, David Montgomery, Aaron Jones: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Picks for Fantasy Football Week 2

It's easy to get excited about the rookie fantasy football running backs, but don't forget about the vets! Which can be relied upon for fantasy football lineups in Week 2? 28-year-old David Montgomery, 29-year-old Nick Chubb, and 30-year-old Aaron Jones Sr. all have steady roles in their respective offenses, despite a mixed bag of fantasy […]

CeeDee Lamb a Rock-Solid WR1 Despite Drops in Week 1

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb rolls into a juicy divisional matchup with the New York Giants as quarterback Dak Prescott's clear No. 1 weapon and the heartbeat of the Cowboys' passing game. He topped 100 yards in Week 1 but sprinkled in a few drops that left yards (and maybe a touchdown) on the […]

Matt Chapman's Appeal Successful, Will Play Friday Night

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman's appeal of his one-game suspension was successful, and he will start at third and bat fifth on Friday night in a crucial divisional matchup against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers and right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto at Oracle Park. Earlier this month, the Giants got in a little dust-up with […]

Buccaneers D/ST Avoidable for Week 2

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense didn't offer much fantasy value during the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons last week. The Bucs secondary was carved up by Michael Penix Jr. who threw for nearly 300 yards. Despite that, the Bucs only gave up 20 points, but didn't do much outside of that. They recorded one […]

Masyn Winn Returns for Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) is starting at shortstop and will bat in the six-hole for Friday night's divisional contest against the hosting Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Quinn Priester. Winn will return to the field on Friday after missing the last three games with a meniscus tear in his knee. While the 23-year-old […]

Ketel Marte Scratched From Friday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (foot) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Minnesota Twins. Ildemaro Vargas is now starting at the keystone and will hit second against Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez at Target Field. Marte was expected to return to action on Friday after he left Wednesday's […]

Chase McLaughlin Looks to Bounce Back in Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Chase McLaughlin didn't have great results during the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons last week. He went 1-for-2 on field goal attempts and 2-for-3 on extra point attempts in the win. McLaughlin missed a 44-yard field goal in the third quarter and snagged an extra point attempt in the fourth […]

Jordan McAbee's NASCAR Betting Picks: Bristol-2 - Bass Pro Shops Night Race

It's Bristol, Baby! We have another Saturday night race this weekend as the Bass Pro Shops Night Race is set to take place on Saturday evening from famed Bristol Motor Speedway. This is the second race of the Playoffs. Remember, betting lines for NASCAR can move very quickly, and value can disappear just as quickly! […]

Cade Otton a Risky Choice for Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton was unable to get anything going during the season opener last week. Otton failed to bring in any of his three targets in the win. It's worth noting that Otton was dealing with a groin injury heading into this game. Possibly, Otton's lack of contribution was due to […]

Brendan Donovan Back in Action After Being Reinstated

The St. Louis Cardinals activated infielder Brendan Donovan (groin) from the 10-day injured list on Friday, and he's in the starting lineup for the series opener against the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Quinn Priester. Donovan is manning second base and will hit leadoff in his return. The 28-year-old is back on the diamond in […]

Emeka Egbuka Looks to Build Off Stellar Debut

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka got his NFL career started off with a bang last week. The rookie wideout hauled in four of his six targets for 67 yards and two touchdowns in the win over the Atlanta Falcons. He delivered a beautiful 30-yard score in the second quarter. Egbuka found the end […]

William Contreras Back Behind the Plate for Brew Crew

Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (forearm) is back behind the plate on Friday to catch right-hander Quinn Priester and will hit cleanup in the series opener against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals and right-hander Andre Pallante at American Family Field. Contreras was hit by a pitch on his forearm on Tuesday against the Texas Rangers […]

NASCAR Practice Speeds, Lap Averages, and Notes for Bristol-2 - Bass Pro Shops Night Race (2025)

The NASCAR Cup Series ran a single practice session at Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday afternoon/evening in preparation for the upcoming Bass Pro Shops Night Race on Saturday night. The 39-car field was split into two groups for practice, with each group getting 25 minutes on track. Below you will find the two groups, key […]

Mike Evans Stays on WR1 Radar

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans didn't have a great season opener, but was still able to contribute in the win. Evans hauled in five of his eight targets for 51 yards in the victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The veteran wideout finished with the team-high in receptions and targets. However, Evans saw his […]

Should I Start Elic Ayomanor, Isaac TeSlaa, Jaydon Blue in Week 2? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookies (2025)

We have officially arrived at Week 2, and you either made fantastic start/sit decisions or ones that left you shaking your head. Fantasy managers got their first looks at their new players and now know what to expect as we enter Week 2. Rookies made massive impacts during the first week of the season, including […]

Rachaad White is Avoidable for Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White was barely seen on the field during the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons last week. White rushed the ball twice for 14 yards and hauled in his lone target for two yards in the win. Bucky Irving is the clear-cut RB1 in Tampa Bay right now. White […]

Chris Godwin Back to a DNP on Friday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in Friday's practice after he was limited in Thursday's session. Godwin practiced with the team on Thursday for the first time this year after suffering an ugly ankle dislocation in Week 7 in 2024. While the 29-year-old is making progress, Friday's DNP […]

Bucky Irving on RB1 Radar for Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving didn't have an ideal season opener last week. Irving had trouble finding any room to run as he rushed for 37 yards on 14 attempts in the win over the Atlanta Falcons. He was able to salvage his fantasy value by hauling in all four of his targets […]

Baker Mayfield has Mid-Range QB1 Value for Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield wasn't excellent in the season opener, but he got the job done. Mayfield completed 17-of-32 passing attempts for 176 yards with three touchdowns and zero interceptions in the win over the Atlanta Falcons. The passing yardage was low for Mayfield, but he is missing two of his wide receivers […]

J.J. McCarthy Showing Superflex Potential

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is a high-end Superflex option as his team plays host to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2. Following a brutal first half in the season-opener at Chicago, the Michigan product came alive in the second half, accounting for three fourth-quarter touchdowns and his first NFL win. Now playing behind a […]

Brock Purdy Officially Ruled Out Against Saints

The San Francisco 49ers have officially ruled out quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) for Week 2 action against the New Orleans Saints, according to NBC Sports' Matt Maiocco. Purdy is dealing with turf toe despite playing the entirety of the Week 1 win over the Seattle Seahawks last weekend. Not only will the 25-year-old miss this […]

Aaron Jones Sr. A Viable Starter In Week 2

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. is a high-end RB3/Flex candidate as his team takes on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2. In its first game, Minnesota came up with a solid blueprint that the team is likely to try again, with the veteran earning the lion's share of the backfield receiving work and […]