Robert Tonyan Limited Thursday

Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday. He had been sidelined since Week 8 of last season with a torn ACL and is on track to suit up for the regular season opener against the Minnesota Vikings. The 28-year-old has been limited in back-to-back practices, but Friday's […]

Matt Gay Hits Only FG And Extra-Point Attempts Of Game

Los Angeles Rams kicker Matt Gay went 1-for-1 on field-goal attempts and 1-for-1 on extra points in the Rams 31-10 opening-game loss to the Buffalo Bills. The 28-year-old nailed a field goal from 57 yards out towards the end of the first half. He did everything that was asked of him. The Rams offense just […]

Tyler Higbee Targeted 11 Times

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee caught five of 11 targets for 39 yards in the Rams' 31-10 opening-game loss to the Buffalo Bills. While the huge volume was encouraging for the 29-year-old tight end, who is coming off knee surgery, the lack of efficiency is concerning. This kind of target share (26.8% of […]

Ben Skowronek Catches Four Passes For 25 Yards

Los Angeles Rams receiver Ben Skowronek caught four of six targets for 25 yards in the Rams' 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Skowronek, who is the No. 4 WR on the depth chart, was drafted out of Notre Dame in the seventh round of the 2021 Draft. He was starting in the place of […]

Allen Robinson II Catches One Of Two Targets In Rams Debut

Los Angeles Rams receiver Allen Robinson II caught one of two targets for 12 yards in his Rams debut, a 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The lack of production was disappointing to fantasy owners and mystifying to fans. But the Rams looked bad in almost all facets of the game. Coach Sean McVay said […]

Darrell Henderson Jr. Leads Rams Backfield

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr. took 13 carries for 47 yards and caught five passes for 26 yards in the Rams' 31-10 Thursday Night loss to the Buffalo Bills. Henderson was the lead back in the Rams offense by far. Cam Akers, who is listed as the No. 1 RB on the […]

Cam Akers Runs The Ball Three Times For Zero Yards

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers carried the ball three times for no yards in LA's 31-10 opening game loss to the Buffalo Bills. He added no production as a receiver, either. Teammate Darrell Henderson Jr. carried the ball 13 times and was targeted five times. It looks like Rams coach Sean McVay wasn't […]

Matthew Stafford Throws One TD, Three Picks In Blowout Loss

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 29 of 41 pass attempts for 240 yards and one touchdown while throwing three interceptions in the Rams' 31-10 Thursday loss to the Buffalo Bills. The defending Super Bowl champions did not look composed, and Stafford lacked chemistry with his new receiver Allen Robinson II, whom he only […]

Sonny Gray Strikes Out Seven In No-Decision

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Sonny Gray was sharp on Thursday as he struck out seven batters in his club's 4-3 win over the Yankees. Unfortunately Gray ended up settling for a no-decision as he allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk over his six frames and 79 pitches of work. The damage on […]

Taylor Rogers Collects 31st Save Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Taylor Rogers secured his 31st save of the season as his club defeated the Giants 4-2 in the second game of a twin bill on Thursday. The lefty threw nine of his 13 pitches for strikes as he struck out the side in order to close out the game after Devin Williams […]

Eric Lauer Gets “Encouraging” MRI Results

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Eric Lauer (elbow) received some good news after undergoing an MRI on his strained left elbow on Thursday. Lauer left his Wednesday start early, but said the early read was "encouraging" and that he'll undergo more tests on Friday after having another meeting with his doctor. It's still to be determined […]

Freddy Peralta Heading Back To Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell stated after Thursday's doubleheader that starting pitcher Freddy Peralta will be placed on the injured list after he left his start early with shoulder fatigue. Counsell mentioned that he had no new symptoms, but the fatigue was a continuation of what he's experienced in his recent outings. This trip to […]

Sleepers, Start 'Em, and Value Plays - Fantasy Football Advice for Week 1

The 2022 fantasy football season kicks off with our Week 1 sleepers, start 'em, and value plays. Anthony Aniano gives his in-depth fantasy football advice, breaking down some of his sleeper and value plays as we head into Week 1 of the fantasy football season. These players should be targets as injury replacements, bye-week fill-ins, […]

Diontae Johnson Trending Towards Playing In Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (shoulder) was limited during Thursday's practice. Johnson has back-to-back limited practice sessions under his belt. It sounds like the team is taking it one day at a time. That being said, fantasy managers will likely have to wait until after practice on Friday for more information. The fact Johnson […]

Michael Thomas Hopeful To Play On Sunday

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (hamstring) was limited once again during Thursday's practice. The stud wideout has practiced in back-to-back days, which is a good sign. It sounds like the organization is optimistic that Thomas will be able to get on the field for the season opener on Sunday. Thomas has been dealing […]

Giancarlo Stanton Pinch Hits Thursday

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (foot) pinch hit during Thursday's 4-3 loss to the Twins in his first game action since he fouled a ball of his foot on Monday. The slugger came in with a runner on third in the eighth, but ultimately struck out after a lengthy nine-pitch at-bat. When manager Aaron […]

Saints Sign Erik McCoy To Extension

New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy has agreed to a new deal with the organization. The former second round pick is coming off the worst season of his career. Despite that, the two sides have agreed to a five-year $63.75 million deal. McCoy is normally above average, but battled through a calf injury last season. […]

Khalil Herbert Not Worth A Week 1 Start

Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert will start the game as the team's RB2 against the 49ers this Sunday. The lead role belongs to tough-running David Montgomery but the Bears will need to lean on the running game in Week 1. That could open the door for Herbert to see some touches but that number […]

Kenneth Walker III Likely To Miss Week 1

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (hernia) is unlikely to suit up for the Week 1 matchup against the Denver Broncos. The rookie back was unable to practice on Thursday. At this point, it doesn't seem like Walker is going to have enough time to get ready for this contest. The expectation is that […]

Cole Kmet Has Something To Prove

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet will begin his third NFL season against the 49ers this Sunday. The former second-round pick hasn't quite lived up to expectations thus far but this season could be a turning point. Kmet caught 60 passes last season for 612 yards but failed to find the end zone. The Bears […]

Darnell Mooney Primed For Week 1 Targets

Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney will take on the 49ers in Week 1. Mooney blossomed last season, racking up a career-high 81 receptions for 1,056 yards and four touchdowns in a mediocre Matt Nagy offense. Now the Bears have a new offensive scheme, quarterback Justin Fields heading into his second season and Mooney is […]

Zack Moss Disappointing In Week 1

Buffalo Bills running back Zack Moss failed to make much of an impact during the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday. He rushed six times for 15 yards and hauled in six receptions for 21 yards through the air in the victory. At least fantasy managers in PPR formats got something out […]

David Montgomery Ready For Week 1 Challenge

Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery will take on a talented 49ers defensive front in Week 1. Montgomery is the unquestioned lead back but there may be moments where the Bears try to get backup Khalil Herbert involved. That should not dissuade fantasy managers, however, to plug in Montgomery as a solid RB2/3 choice for […]

Devin Singletary Rushes For Nearly 50 Yards

Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary surprisingly had a decent game on the ground during the season opener on Thursday. He rushed eight times for 48 yards, while adding two receptions for 14 yards through the air. This was a fairly decent game for Singletary, but he didn't do much damage in fantasy leagues. His […]

Justin Fields Carries QB2 Status Into Week 1

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will host the 49ers in Week 1 of the 2022 NFL season. The second-year quarterback gets a fresh start with head coach Matt Eberflus, but more importantly, new offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. But Fields will be put to the test against a stacked 49ers defensive line and questions at the […]

Josh Allen Looks Strong In Season Opener

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen came out strong during the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday. He completed his first 10 passes and tossed two touchdowns in the process. It was a team effort to get this win, but Allen certainly came out of the gate strong. He completed 26-of-31 passing attempts […]

Joe Burrow Ready For AFC North Showdown In Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will begin the year with an AFC North showdown against the Steelers. The 25-year-old played relatively well in his two meetings versus Pittsburgh last season, accumulating 362 yards and four touchdowns (two picks) while completing 81% of his throws. With a mid-summer appendectomy behind him, he'll have Ja'Marr Chase, Tee […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For NFL WRs: Week 1 Updates for Tee Higgins, Allen Lazard, Deebo Samuel, Kadarius Toney, Jaylen Waddle

As exciting as it is to officially have football back – and it most certainly is awesome – but fantasy managers will quickly be reminded that now injuries, practice participation, and the dreaded questionable tag will loom over us all every Monday-Sunday until February. It’s a small price to pay for finally having the NFL […]

Lovie Smith Confirms Dameon Pierce Will Start In Week 1

Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith confirmed that rookie running back Dameon Pierce will get the start in his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. "He's earned an opportunity to lead us. It was asked, is he our starting running back? He's earned the right to line up there with the one's, […]

Running Back Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1: Top Free Agent Adds Include J.D. McKissic, Rachaad White, Kenny Gainwell, Tyler Allgeier

The long-awaited regular season openers for all 32 teams will unfold this week, which will provide your first opportunity to watch the players that you selected for your rosters. Many of you began the process of planning your draft strategies during the most dormant weeks of the offseason, then created and reshaped your plans as […]