Austin Riley Remains Out On Friday

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley (illness) remains out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. This marks the second game in a row that Riley has missed due to a stomach bug. It's worth noting that Braves' manager Brian Snitker said Riley would be available off the bench on Friday. […]

John Metchie III Ruled Out For Week 1

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (hamstring) did not practice this week and has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game versus the Baltimore Ravens. It's been an emotionally frustrating start to Metchie's career after he tore his ACL and was diagnosed with Leukemia last season, stripping him of his rookie campaign. Now, his […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Cleared To Play Sunday

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (ankle) practiced in full on Friday and has been removed from the injury report. He will play in Week 1 against the Houston Texans. However, we don't know exactly what Beckham's role will look like thanks to a variety of factors, including the Ravens' reliance on the rushing […]

Mark Andrews Questionable For Season Opener

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (quad) is questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. He had been limited in practice all week long. Andrews was productive when healthy last year, racking up 73 receptions, 847 yards, and five touchdowns through 15 games. Whenever he's on the field, fantasy managers should prepare […]

Joey Gallo Heads To The Injured List

Minnesota Twins outfielder Joey Gallo (foot) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday. The left-handed slugger will miss some time due to a left foot contusion. The organization hasn't given a timetable for Gallo's return to the field. At this point, Gallo could very well be on the injured list for the […]

Breece Hall Limited In Practice Friday

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day. He'd likely need to practice in full on Saturday in order to enter Week 1 without any injury designation. With that said, even if he ends up being listed as questionable, the expectation is that Hall […]

Rhamondre Stevenson, DeVante Parker Questionable For Week 1

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (illness) and wide receiver DeVante Parker (knee) are officially listed as questionable for Sunday's season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. Stevenson popped up on the injury report Friday after missing practice with a stomach bug and is expected to play Sunday, though it makes sense that the Patriots […]

Alex Kirilloff Activated, Playing On Friday

Minnesota Twins first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff (shoulder) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. The left-handed slugger will make his return after being sidelined since late July due to a right shoulder strain. Prior to going down, Kirilloff was slashing .270/.357/.442 with eight home runs and 32 RBI in 69 games. He'll […]

Terrace Marshall Jr. Will Play Sunday, Could Have Increased Role

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. (back) upgraded to a full participant during Friday's practice and has been cleared to play against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. Marshall could see an increase in targets with DJ Chark Jr. (hamstring) ruled out and Adam Thielen (ankle) listed as questionable. Marshall is worth consideration in […]

Shohei Ohtani To Miss Fifth Straight Game

Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (elbow, oblique) remains out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The 29-year-old will miss his fifth game in a row as he continues to nurse an oblique issue. Ohtani is expected to undergo elbow surgery at the end of the season, so he […]

Kenneth Walker III Cleared To Play Sunday

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (groin) has been removed from the injury report and will play against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 1. The 22-year-old was dominant as a rookie last season, amassing 1,050 rushing yards, 165 receiving yards, and 10 total touchdowns. While Seattle brought in Zach Charbonnet via the draft, […]

Michael Kopech Moves To Bullpen

Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech has been moved from the starting rotation to the team's bullpen, according to manager Pedro Grifol on Friday. Kopech holds a 5.16 ERA, 1.56 WHIP, and a 129/89 K/BB ratio over 26 starts this season. It gets worse as Kopech has been crushed to the tune of a 9.50 […]

Jamal Adams, Kenny McIntosh Ruled Out For Week 1

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenny McIntosh (knee, hamstring) and safety Jamal Adams (knee) have been ruled out for Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams. Neither player practiced at all this week, so this news comes as no surprise. McIntosh is merely a depth piece and, even if active, would have operated behind Kenneth Walker […]

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Zach Charbonnet Third On Seahawks Depth Chart

Second-round draft pick Zach Charbonnet will make his regular-season debut when the Seattle Seahawks take on the Los Angeles Rams on September 10. The UCLA standout was drafted by the Seahawks on the heels of Kenneth Walker III's 1000-yard rookie season, putting Seattle's depth chart under scrutiny throughout the preseason. Walker was a limited participant […]

DK Metcalf Looking For Big Game Against Rams

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf set career highs in targets (141) and catches (90) last season. Jaxon Smith-Njigba's arrival will cut into the number of targets Metcalf sees, but the rookie will also draw some defensive attention away from the fifth-year veteran. Metcalf has an inviting Week 1 matchup against a Los Angeles Rams […]

Geno Smith Ready To Build On Success Of 2022

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith enjoyed a career year in 2022, earning him Comeback Player of the Year honors and a three-year, $75 million contract. He will begin his tenth NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams on September 10. In 2022, Smith had two very different experiences against his division rival. In Week 12, […]

Nick Pratto Returns From Injured List Following Setback

Kansas City Royals first baseman Nick Pratto (groin, hip) was activated from the 15-day injured list on Friday. He had been out since July 27 with a left groin strain and left hip impingement. He delivered solid offensive production when healthy, slashing .238/.324/.375 with seven homers, 31 RBI, a 9.7 BB%, and a 37.5 K%. […]

Greg Joseph A Solid Option In Season Opener

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph looks like a solid streaming option in Week 1 as the Vikings take on the Buccaneers at home. Joseph converted 26-of-33 field goals last year, but he wasn't all that reliable kicking from deep, as he converted just 4-of-10 from 50+ yards. However, fantasy managers can treat him as a […]

Jauan Jennings Not A Recommended Option In Week 1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings comes into Week 1 at the Pittsburgh Steelers as the team's third option at wide receiver. While many NFL offenses have fantasy-viable players at WR3, San Francisco hasn't proven to be one of them. Target hogs Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, and Brandon Aiyuk combined with the […]

Vikings D/ST A Risky Start In Week 1

The Minnesota Vikings D/ST looks like a risky unit to insert into fantasy lineups this weekend, as they are just a season removed from allowing the second-most passing yards. Baker Mayfield isn't exactly a scary matchup for a defense, however a solid weapon group of Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Rachaad White is enough reason […]

J.D. Martinez Returns From Stint On 10-Day IL

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (groin) has been activated from the 10-day injured list following a successful rehab assignment. In a corresponding move, infielder Michael Busch was optioned to Triple-A. The 36-year-old Martinez is enjoying a strong season in which he has 25 homers, a .370 xwOBA, a .551 xSLG, and a 54.7 […]

T.J. Hockenson An Elite TE1 Option Versus Buccaneers

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson will look to build on his strong finish to the 2022 season after being acquired by the Vikings midseason from the Detroit Lions. In 10 games after being traded, the 26-year-old posted 60 receptions on 86 targets for 519 yards and three touchdowns. Hockenson has cemented himself as an […]

Trea Turner Returns From Paternity List

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner was activated from the paternity list on Friday afternoon. He's back in the starting lineup, batting second against Marlins starting pitcher Eury Perez. While Turner's .263/.313/.452 slash line hasn't quite lived up to the offseason hype, he remains a dominant baserunner and has started to turn a corner offensively. All […]

Bo Bichette Activated From Injured List Friday

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (right quad) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday afternoon. The 25-year-old had been out since Aug. 27. He's slashing .314/.344/.488 with 18 homers this season, meaning his activation is great news for the Blue Jays and fantasy managers like. He should return to the starting lineup […]

Mookie Betts Expected To Miss Weekend Series

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (foot) remains sore and is expected to miss the upcoming weekend series versus the Washington Nationals. Betts was spotted on crutches Thursday after fouling a ball off his left foot, and while X-rays came back negative, he'll need a couple of games off. Manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism that […]

Jordan Addison A Risky Play In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison will look to make an impression in Week 1, as the 23rd-overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft makes his NFL debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Addison will join one of the league's better, and more importantly, pass-happy offenses, but there will be no shortage of competition for […]

Byron Buxton Meeting With Team To Discuss Rehab

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (right knee) is scheduled to meet with the front office and medical staff on Friday, per Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune. Buxton has been on the injured list since Aug. 1 and recently had his rehab assignment paused due to an injury setback. The 29-year-old is a key contributor […]

Justin Jefferson A Top Fantasy Option In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson will look to pick up right where he left off in his Offensive Player of The Year campaign a season ago, as the Vikings take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home. The fourth-year receiver out of LSU led the league in receptions and receiving yards last year, putting […]

Jake Moody Off Injury Report, Will Make NFL Debut Sunday

San Francisco 49ers kicker Jake Moody (quad) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. After being limited in practice this week, the rookie is on track to make his NFL debut. He's a fringe top-12 option in fantasy football but is worth rostering if you're looking for an […]