Darnell Mooney Limited on Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant in the team's first official practice of the 2025 season on Wednesday. Mooney suffered a shoulder injury early in training camp and figures to be up in the air for the Week 1 contest this Sunday against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers. […]

Keon Coleman Limited in First Practice

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman (groin) was listed as limited in the team's first official practice on Wednesday heading into a Week 1 showdown on Sunday night against the Baltimore Ravens. Coleman should be good to go for Sunday evening's tilt, but he'll have two more days to get in a full practice. Fellow […]

Khalil Shakir Practicing in Full

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir (ankle), who suffered a high-ankle sprain in practice a month ago, was listed as a full participant in practice on Wednesday on the team's initial injury report, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Head coach Sean McDermott initially said that Shakir would be limited in the first practice […]

Joshua Palmer - Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 14+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR4 ANALYSIS: The Buffalo Bills signed wideout Joshua Palmer to a three-year contract worth $29 million during the offseason. This was the team's primary move regarding their pass-catching room, as they did not add a receiver in the draft. However, they did extend running back James […]

Kyle Tucker Not in Cubs Lineup on Wednesday

After being pulled early on Tuesday night with left-calf tightness, Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (calf) is out of Wednesday's lineup versus the visiting Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field. Seiya Suzuki will man right field and will bat third against Braves right-hander Bryce Elder, with veteran Carlos Santana manning the designated hitter spot and batting […]

Taylor Ward Back in Action Against Royals

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (head) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals and right-hander Ryan Berget, serving as the designated hitter and batting third in the order. Ward collided with the outfield wall on Sunday against the Houston Astros and suffered a laceration above his right eye […]

Austin Ekeler Continues to See Time as Lead Running Back

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler was once again deployed as the team's RB1 during practice on Wednesday. During a QB/RB drill, JP Finaly of NBC4 reported that Ekeler was given the first opportunity, while seventh-round rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt followed him. Jeremy McNichols and Chris Rodriguez Jr. followed behind him as the third and fourth […]

Mike Trout Still Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (undisclosed) remains out of the lineup on Wednesday against the hosting Kansas City Royals due to a skin infection. Taylor Ward (head) will serve as the designated hitter in his return and will bat third against Royals right-hander Ryan Berget. Trout is being considered as day-to-day for now, but […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Deployed as Fourth Running Back During Wednesday's Practice

Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. was deployed as the No. 4 option during the team drills on Wednesday. According to JP Finaly of NBC4, during a QB/RB drill, Rodriguez was the fourth running back to take the field. Veteran Austin Ekeler continued to slot in as the top option while Jacory Croskey-Merritt and […]

Roman Anthony Officially Goes on Injured List

The Boston Red Sox announced on Wednesday that they officially placed outfielder Roman Anthony (oblique) on the 10-day injured list with a left-oblique strain and recalled infielder/outfielder Nick Sogard from Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Anthony injured himself on a swing during Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians and could end up missing the […]

Jauan Jennings Limited on Wednesday, Expected to Play in Week 1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (calf) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice session but is expected to play in Week 1, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Jennings has been sidelined throughout most of August due to this calf injury. However, seeing him return to the practice, albeit in a limited capacity, […]

Josh Downs off the Injury Report

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (hamstring) is not on the team's initial injury report. This is an excellent sign as the wideout was battling a hamstring injury throughout most of August. However, seeing him practice in full on Wednesday should put him in an excellent position to be at full strength in their season […]

Shohei Ohtani No Longer Starting on the Mound on Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani was scheduled to start in Wednesday's game on the road against the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he's no longer on the bump and will be replaced by right-hander Emmet Sheehan, according to Kirsten Watson. Ohtani will still serve as the designated hitter and will bat leadoff against right-hander Braxton […]

Malik Nabers Not on Initial Injury Report

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (toe) is not on the team's initial injury report. Throughout camp, Nabers has been diagnosed with a lingering toe injury in addition to back and shoulder injuries. However, seeing Nabers not on the report early in the week suggests he will be given a full workload during their […]

Updated Fantasy Football Rookie Wide Receiver Rankings: Travis Hunter, Emeka Egbuka, Tre Harris, Kyle Williams, Elic Ayomanor, Dont'e Thornton

If you're taking part in last-minute fantasy football drafts and want to identify the top studs and sleepers among rookie wideouts, you have come to the right place. We're back with our freshly updated 2025 fantasy football rookie wide receiver rankings. Where do key first-year pass-catchers such as Travis Hunter, Emeka Egbuka, Tre' Harris, Kyle Williams, […]

Franklin Arias Promoted to Double-A Portland

Boston Red Sox infield prospect Franklin Arias was promoted to Double-A Portland on Tuesday. Boston's top-ranked prospect (MLB No. 23) produced solid numbers between Single-A and High-A, slashing .279/.343/.383 in 106 games, and although he drew walks at just a 7.9 percent rate, he struck out at a minuscule 9.8 percent rate. The Venezuelan is […]

Noah Brown Limited on First Injury Report

Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Wednesday on the team's first injury report of the year, according to Dan Salomne of Giants.com. Brown was injured all the way back in June in minicamp, but now we know he's been tending to a knee injury. It's good […]

Trey Yesavage Strikes Out Six in Latest Start

Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Trey Yesavage was excellent again on Tuesday at Triple-A Buffalo, tossing three shutout innings, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out six. The Blue Jays' top-ranked prospect (MLB No. 25) has now posted a 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 22.0 percent K-BB% in four appearances (three starts) […]

Kevin Parada Promoted to Triple-A Syracuse

New York Mets catching prospect Kevin Parada has been promoted to Triple-A Syracuse. The 24-year-old made year-over-year strides on offense, going from a .214 average with a 33.7 percent strikeout rate and .663 OPS in 2024 to a .254 average, 27.8 percent strikeout rate, and .754 OPS in 2025. The former first-round draft pick was the […]

Chris Rodriguez Jr. - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 14+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-end RB3/FLEX ANALYSIS: Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. has rarely been given consistent looks throughout his two-year NFL career, but could be in store for a breakout season in Year 3. In 2024, Rodriguez was typically deployed as a change-of-pace option as he carried […]

De'Von Achane Limited on Wednesday

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (calf) appeared to be limited in the portion of practice open to the media on Wednesday, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. The fact that Achane is practicing at all is a good sign after he missed the final two weeks of training camp with a […]

Tyreek Hill to be Limited on Wednesday

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (oblique) will be listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday and has been ramping up his activity ahead of Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Hill missed over three weeks during training camp this summer with an oblique injury, […]

Victor Arias Heads to Double-A Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays outfield prospect Victor Arias (undisclosed) was placed on the Double-A New Hampshire 7-day injured list on Tuesday with an undisclosed injury. The Jays' ninth-ranked prospect spent time at High-A earlier this year and earned a promotion to Double-A, where things have proven more challenging. The 22-year-old slashed .294/.381/.437 with five home runs […]

Isaiah Likely Not Practicing

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (foot) was not seen practicing on Wednesday with the rest of the team, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. Likely was on the field early and was talking with head coach John Harbaugh, but then he went inside early. The 25-year-old tight end has not practiced since having […]

Jayden Reed Not Practicing on Wednesday

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (foot) is the only player on the roster who is not practicing on Wednesday, according to Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Reed had taken part in the past few practices after returning from a foot injury that had him in a walking boot during training camp, […]

Is Jalen McMillan Out for the Season? Fantasy Football Outlook and Injury Update

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan had a slow start to his debut season in 2024 but quickly emerged as a reliable option in their passing attack during the back half of the season. However, in the preseason, McMillan suffered a neck injury, which could keep him sidelined throughout the start of the campaign. […]

Mets to Send Kodai Senga to Minors?

The New York Mets are considering a few possibilities with struggling right-hander Kodai Senga, including potentially asking him to accept an optional minor-league assignment, according to people familiar with the team's thinking. However, Senga may not be sent to the minors without his consent, according to his contract. The 32-year-old said on Tuesday that he's […]

Isaiah Lowe Placed on Injured List at High-A

San Diego Padres pitching prospect Isaiah Lowe (undisclosed) was placed on High-A Fort Wayne's seven-day injured list on Tuesday. The Padres' 26th-ranked prospect made 22 starts (91 2/3 innings pitched) for the TinCaps this season, posting a 5.69 ERA and an unsightly 1.76 WHIP as opponents held a .293 batting average against him. Combined with […]

J.J. Wetherholt Unlikely to be Promoted in 2025

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop prospect J.J. Wetherholt is not likely to be promoted before the end of the year, although it is not because the team doesn't feel he is ready. The reasoning is more due to the fact that Wetherholt is not currently on the 40-man roster and does not need to be on the […]

Gabriel Arias Expected to Return on Wednesday

Cleveland Guardians infielder Gabriel Arias (hand) is expected to return to the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, according to MLB.com. Arias was also expected to return on Tuesday, but instead he was held out as a precaution and was available off the bench. The 25-year-old was hit by […]