De'Von Achane Not Practicing on Wednesday

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (calf) was not practicing on Wednesday, according to Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. Achane has been dealing with a lingering calf injury throughout most of August. However, earlier on Wednesday, the team's general manager noted that he expects their top running back to be "ready" for their Week […]

Ernie Clement Considered Day-to-Day With Hairline Fracture in his Finger

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (finger) underwent a CT scan of his left hand on Tuesday that showed a small hairline fracture at the bottom of his middle finger, according to Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. Clement also had 10 stitches in his left shin after a collision at third base on Tuesday, but he's […]

Drew Millas Suffers Fracture and Dislocation of his Finger

Washington Nationals catcher Drew Millas (finger) was pulled from Wednesday's game early against the New York Yankees with a fracture and a dislocation of his left second finger, according to Nationals Communications. Millas went hitless in his only at-bat of an eventual 11-2 blowout loss, and he was replaced behind the dish by Riley Adams. […]

Brewers Place Trevor Megill on Injured List With Flexor Strain

The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Wednesday that they placed right-handed reliever Trevor Megill (elbow) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 25) with a right flexor strain and signed right-hander Erick Fedde to an undisclosed one-year deal in a corresponding move. The team also moved right-hander Logan Henderson (elbow) to the 60-day IL, ending […]

Wide Receiver Target Hogs - Upside Fantasy Football Picks for 2025

Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and CeeDee Lamb will lead their team in targets. They have high odds to lead the league in targets, something each has done once in the last three seasons. But they play with good, if not great, secondary options. Chase has Tee Higgins. Jefferson has former first-round pick Jordan Addison opposite […]

Luis Robert Jr. Placed on Injured List With Hamstring Strain

The Chicago White Sox announced on Wednesday that they placed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list with a left-hamstring strain and recalled outfielder Will Robertson from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move. Robert was injured in Game 2 of the series against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday. Given the 28-year-old's […]

Top Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings (Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4) - Defense Streamers and Starts (2025)

Welcome, RotoBallers, to our fantasy football D/ST streamers and starts for Weeks 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the 2025 season -- looking at the first four weeks and identifying the best D/ST matchups. Some leagues have gone away from carrying a defense position. The reasoning has to do with the overall inconsistency of starting a […]

Updated Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings for Drafts- Brandon Aubrey, Will Reichard, Evan McPherson, Wil Lutz, Chad Ryland, Tyler Bass, Brandon McManus

The movement to ban kickers in fantasy football is growing, but many leagues still require fantasy managers to start one. For managers who still draft and start kickers, we've got you covered with our updated 2025 fantasy football kicker draft rankings. Find out where kickers such as Brandon Aubrey, Evan McPherson, Will Reichard, Chad Ryland, Tyler […]

Tyreek Hill Misses Practice on Wednesday

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (oblique) did not take part in Wednesday's practice, according to Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. Hill has only been on the field a handful of times this month due to a nagging oblique injury, but the Dolphins have remained optimitic that he'll be ready for Week 1 of […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Returns to Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs signed running backs Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Carson Steele to their practice squad on Wednesday, sources tell Matt Derrick of Chiefs Digest. Edwards-Helaire was released by the New Orleans Saints on roster cutdown day on Tuesday, but he will quickly land on his feet with the team that selected him 32nd overall […]

Alfredo Duno Riding 12-Game Hit Streak at Single-A

Cincinnati Reds catching prospect Alfredo Duno went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles, two RBI, and a run scored on Tuesday for Single-A Daytona. The performance extended his hit streak to 12 games, during which time he's gone 17-for-41 (.415) with six doubles, five home runs, 19 RBI, 13 runs scored, and a 10:6 BB:K. […]

Packers GM "Hopeful" Jayden Reed Will be Ready for Week 1

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said that he's "hopeful" that wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot) will be ready for the team's Week 1 contest against the division-rival Detroit Lions on Sunday, Sept. 7. Reed is "trending the right way." The 25-year-old has been dealing with a lingering foot injury this summer, and although […]

Fantasy Baseball Closer Depth Charts - MLB Bullpens and Saves

Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies, and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Relief pitchers are becoming increasingly important […]

Angel Genao Smacks Grand Slam on Tuesday

Cleveland Guardians infield prospect Angel Genao hit a grand slam on Tuesday for Double-A Akron, going 2-for-5 with four RBI and a run scored in the contest. The Guardians' third-ranked prospect has hit safely in 10 of his last 11 games, going 15-for-49 (.306) with four doubles, a triple, and a home run during that stretch. […]

Malachi Corley Signing With Browns

Former New York Jets wide receiver Malachi Corley is signing an undisclosed deal with the Cleveland Browns on Wednesday, sources tell Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. Corley chose the Browns but had multiple opportunities on the open market. Corley, 23, only made it one season with the New York Jets after they took him in […]

A.J. Brown Back on the Practice Field

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) appeared to be practicing on Wednesday, according to Zach Berman of The Athletic. The Eagles don't have to release an official practice report until Sunday, though, so we won't really know more specifics on Brown's practice participation until then. The 28-year-old also looked good while doing a pre-game […]

Mid-Round Running Back League Winners for Fantasy Football (2025)

The early rounds of fantasy football drafts can often be quite predictable, with players being taken right around their ADP as managers look to secure safe production from top fantasy producers in previous seasons. The saying goes that you don't usually win your league in the first three rounds, but you can certainly lose it […]

5 Fantasy Football Auction Values to Draft: $1 Undervalued Sleepers

2025 fantasy football drafts are already underway. While most prefer a traditional snake draft, many fantasy managers prefer to play in auction leagues. If you’ve never joined an auction league (sometimes referred to as salary cap leagues), I highly suggest doing so. It’s a unique fantasy football experience and is a great alternative to traditional […]

Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups - Dont'e Thornton Jr., Jayden Higgins, Luther Burden III Fantasy Football Outlooks

With draft season in full swing, many managers may have already begun checking the waiver wire for options to improve their teams. It is never too early to look to the wire, as several must-start options are typically the top targets after the first month of the season. In this piece, we will analyze three […]

NASCAR DFS and Betting Preview for Darlington-2 - Cook Out Southern 500

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs kicks off this weekend with the Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. This is also Throwback Weekend, so there should be plenty of awesome paint schemes on display. Absolute fire. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/TcySk5NM7G — Jordan McAbee (@FanRacingOnline) August 27, 2025 Darlington is one of the most storied race tracks […]

Ryan Waldschmidt Hits Seventh Double-A Home Run

Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt drew a walk and hit a two-run home run in a 1-for-4 day at the plate on Tuesday for Double-A Amarillo, scoring twice in the contest as well. The D-backs' second-ranked prospect has flourished since his promotion to Double-A, slashing .290/.413/.492 with seven home runs and 14 steals in […]

Pablo Lopez Goes Four Innings in Second Rehab Start

Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo Lopez (shoulder) made his second minor-league rehab start on Tuesday night with Triple-A St. Paul and went four innings, allowing three earned runs on six hits (one homer) while walking none and striking out five. Lopez threw 46 of his 68 pitches for strikes and got 12 swings and misses. It […]

Spencer Strider to be Given an Extra Day Before Next Start

The Atlanta Braves are expected to give right-hander Spencer Strider an extra day off before his next start, which will deprive him of a two-start week, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Meanwhile, impressive rookie right-hander Hurston Waldrep will be afforded one more start in what has been a dominant month of August. The 26-year-old […]

Dante Nori Earns Promotion to High-A Jersey Shore

Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Dante Nori has been promoted to High-A Jersey Shore after a solid campaign at Single-A Clearwater. The Phils' sixth-ranked prospect slashed .262/.363/.381 with four home runs and a 66:75 BB:K in 109 games played. His 63 runs scored and 37 stolen bases were both top five in the Florida State League […]

College Football Picks Against the Spread: Expert Betting Predictions for Thursday, Friday Slates (Week 1)

Last weekend was the appetizer. Thursday and Friday are the soup and salad leading up to Saturday's 25-plate main course. We finish with dessert on Sunday and coffee on Monday. Labor Day weekend is such a blast without the NFL getting in the way! There are 28 games over the next two days, but only […]

Janson Junk Goes on Injured List With Ulnar Nerve Irritation

The Miami Marlins announced on Wednesday that they placed right-hander Janson Junk (elbow) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 24) with right ulnar-nerve irritation and recalled right-handers Seth Martinez and Freddy Tarnok from Triple-A Jacksonville in corresponding moves. Left-hander Josh Simpson was optioned to Jacksonville. The 29-year-old Junk was forced to exit his […]

Jonah Tong's MLB Debut on Friday Could be a Spot Start

New York Mets rookie right-hander Jonah Tong, the No. 52 overall prospect in baseball, will make his major-league debut on Friday in a start against the division-rival Miami Marlins, league sources told The Athletic's Will Sammon and Tim Britton. Tong didn't allow a run and struck out 17 in 11 2/3 innings in his two […]

John Means Allows Four Runs in Rehab Start

Cleveland Guardians left-hander John Means wasn't very sharp in his latest minor-league rehab start on Tuesday with Triple-A Columbus, as he allowed four earned runs on three hits (all homers) while walking two and striking out two in three innings of work in a loss to Triple-A Louisville. It was his first start at the […]

Brandon Birdsell to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Brandon Birdsell (elbow) will undergo season-ending elbow surgery after just four starts at Triple-A this season. The Cubs' ninth-ranked prospect got a late start to the season because of a shoulder injury, coming off the injured list in mid-July and pitching to a 3.38 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 12.5 percent […]

Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups - Rashid Shaheed, Keenan Allen, Marvin Mims Jr. Fantasy Football Outlooks

During the preseason, many wide receivers have begun to emerge as potential fantasy options. While there were concerns about their playing time, recent transactions have bumped these players up their respective depth charts. In this piece, we will look at one veteran wideout who recently changed teams, and two big-play wideouts who could have a […]