Aledmys Diaz Aiming For Tuesday Return

Houston Astros utility man Aledmys Diaz (groin) will play one more game on Sunday for Triple-A Sugar Land with a scheduled return to the majors coming on Tuesday according to manager Dusty Baker. He's been sidelined with a groin strain since August 17, so it's a timely recovery after he was originally expected to miss […]

Seattle Seahawks Defense - Week 1 Outlook for Fantasy Football

The Seattle Seahawks defense will have a rough time dealing with Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos on Monday night. The Broncos have a high-powered offense consisting of Russell Wilson, Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy, Javonte Williams, and Melvin Gordon III. The Seattle defense gave up the second most passing yards in the league last year, […]

Jason Myers - Week 1 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers had a rough year last season. He made 44 extra points (47 attempts) and went 17-for-23 on field goals. He finished as the K25 last year after finishing in the top 15 in the previous three years. Optimistically, if the Seahawks can get far enough on the opposing team's side […]

Eric Lauer Placed On The 15-Day Injured List

The Milwaukee Brewers placed Eric Lauer (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. He underwent an MRI Thursday, which revealed "encouraging" results. The 27-year-old will miss at least the next two weeks and is eligible to return on September 23. He owns a 10-7 record with a 3.91 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 138 […]

Aaron Ashby Will Return As Reliever

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby (shoulder) will throw off a mound Sunday or Monday but is not being stretched out to start. He was placed on the injured list on August 22 with left shoulder inflammation. The Brewers are looking to add him to the roster soon, and the shift to relief allows for a […]

Is James Robinson Healthy or Injured? Should I Start Robinson for Week 1 Fantasy Football?

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson emerged as a talented rookie in 2020 and continued to impress in 2021 before suffering an Achilles injury. The issue shut down Robinson for the end of the 2021 campaign and also hindered his rainy camp availability this summer. Now, with Week 1 underway, fantasy managers will want to […]

Teoscar Hernandez Shifted To Restricted List

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez was placed on the restricted list Saturday. He was placed on the paternity list Wednesday but was shifted to the restricted list to receive an extra day off. The 29-year-old will be eligible to come off the restricted list on Sunday. He is slashing .263/.315/.476 with 20 home runs, […]

Is Logan Thomas Healthy or Injured? Should I Start Thomas for Week 1 Fantasy Football?

Washington Commanders tight end Logan Thomas is looking to bounce back in 2022 after he was hampered by injuries last season. When all was said and done, the quarterback-turned-tight end produced 18 catches, 196 yards, and three touchdowns through just six games. Of course, the year prior, he played in 16 games, totaling 72 catches, […]

Byron Buxton Will Return This Season

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hip, knee) is expected to return before the end of the regular season. According to manager Rocco Baldelli, Buxton is expected to return before the end of the season, but not this weekend and probably not early next week. The 28-year-old has yet to resume baseball activities, and the team […]

Jorge Polanco Set To Return Next Week

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco (knee) could return early-to-mid next week. According to Twins manager Rocco Baldelli, early to mid next week is probably a realistic timeline for Polanco to return from the injured list. The 29-year-old is eligible to return from the IL but will need extra days to recover from patellar tendinitis. He […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Won't Return This Season

Miami Marlins infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (back) has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. He has been sidelined since June 29 with a stress fracture in his back. The 24-year-old won't be activated from the injured list and will not return in 2022. He slashed .254/.325/.535 with 14 home runs, 45 RBI, […]

David Bednar Throws BP, Expected To Begin Rehab Assignment

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher David Bednar (back) threw live batting practice on Saturday. He is expected to begin a rehab assignment before returning from the injured list. The 27-year-old has been sidelined since July 29 with a back issue. He has converted 17-of-21 save opportunities with a 2.70 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and a 63:14 K: BB […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Expected To Practice On Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) recently did some weight training. The multi-time MVP tweaked his ankle during a EuroBasket contest against Estonia. Of course, any injury surrounding Antetokounmpo isn't ideal. Fortunately, he is expected to practice on Sunday, so there's no reason to believe this ailment will impact him heading into the 2022-23 campaign.

Dereon Seabron Receives Two-Way Contract From Pels

Free-agent guard Dereon Seabron has agreed to a two-way contract with the Pelicans. Seabron went undrafted during the 2022 NBA Draft after averaging 17.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.4 steals during his final year at North Carolina State. He was also named the ACC Most Improved Player. While the 22-year-old won't make an […]

Keegan Murray Cleared For All Basketball Activities

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (wrist) received the green light to resume all basketball activities. The rookie looked good during Summer League in Vegas, averaging 23.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals. However, he had wrist surgery in July, causing panic among dynasty managers. Fortunately, Murray should be ready to begin the 2022-23 campaign. With […]

AJ Dillon Hopes To Change Perceptions

Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon is hoping to change the perception that he isn't a strong receiving option. Teammate Aaron Jones explained that he asked Dillon why there was a narrative that he couldn't catch passes, to which the Boston College product responded, "Because they just didn't throw it to me." Dillon was […]

Gleyber Torres Tallies Two Hits During Saturday's Blowout

New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres had a couple of hits in Saturday's 10-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays with a run and an RBI. Despite the game, the 25-year-old has struggled recently, batting .195 with just three home runs over the last month. He's bounced back compared to his last two seasons, […]

Mason Rudolph Wanted More First-Team Reps

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph made it clear that he wanted to take more first-team reps in the preseason. "I think it's kind of in the rearview mirror now. would've liked to have had more first-team reps, but decisions are made. I'm moving forward." For context, the Steelers favored starter Mitch Trubisky in camp and […]

Jake Ferguson Praised By Head Coach

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy offered praise for tight end Jake Ferguson, explaining that the rookie is "definitely exactly what his profile was when he drafted him. He's what we need, too." This report aligns with recent speculation that the Cowboys could run plenty of 12 personnel this coming season, which would allow for […]

Cam Akers Needs To Maximize Opportunities

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers needs to maximize opportunities when he checks into future games, head coach Sean McVay told members of the media. Akers struggled in the first game of the NFL season on Thursday, producing just three carries for zero yards on an 18 percent snap share. On the other hand, […]

Is Robert Tonyan Healthy or Injured? Should I Start Tonyan for Week 1 Fantasy Football?

Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan hasn't received much attention this offseason after playing only eight games last season. The former Indiana State tight end suffered a torn ACL in Week 8 against the Arizona Cardinals and missed the rest of the 2021 season. Whether Tonyan would start the year on the physically unable […]

K.J. Hamler Questionable For Week 1

Denver Broncos wide receiver KJ Hamler (knee, hip) was limited on practice Saturday and is officially listed as questionable heading into Monday Night Football versus the Seattle Seahawks. Hamler missed most of 2021 with a torn ACL but caught 30 passes for 381 yards and three touchdowns the year prior. As the No. 3 receiver […]

Robbie Gould Week 1 Outlook for Fantasy Football

San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould is an average-to-above average option for fantasy football kicker Week 1. The 49ers go to Chicago to face the Bears, a team with a below average defense, in a game the 49ers are expected to win by seven. There are question marks about new 49ers starting QB Trey Lance […]

Anthony Firkser Elevated To Active Roster

Atlanta Falcons tight end Anthony Firkser has been promoted to the active roster ahead of Sunday's divisional matchup against New Orleans. He was sitting on the practice squad, so this will be his first official game wearing anything other than a Titans uniform. Throughout his four seasons in Tennessee, the 27-year-old had some fantasy value, […]

Logan Thomas Will Suit Up On Sunday

Washington Commanders tight end Logan Thomas (knee) will play on Sunday versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 31-year-old had been questionable, so the update is positive news for fantasy managers. However, it's not good for John Bates or Cole Turner (hamstring), players who could have benefited without Thomas in the lineup. Nevertheless, Thomas is a hit-or-miss […]

Kenneth Walker III Practices On Saturday

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (hernia) was a limited participant during Saturday's practice. As a result, he is considered questionable ahead of Monday's matchup versus Denver. While the update is positive, the rookie isn't a lock to see the field for the team's opener. However, even if Walker suits up, he may see […]

Cody Bellinger, Max Muncy Not In Starting Lineup Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger and infielder Max Muncy (knee) are both absent from the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres. Muncy sat out Friday's game with a sore knee and isn't ready to return tonight. They'll likely let him heal up fully as the team gets ready for the […]

Max Kepler Back In Lineup Saturday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (hip) is back in the starting lineup Saturday against Triston McKenzie and the Cleveland Guardians. Kepler didn't start the previous five games for the Twins with a hip issue, although he was able to pinch hit during that stretch. Outside of a hot April and May, Kepler has had a […]

Michael Woods II Won't Debut On Sunday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Michael Woods II (illness, hamstring) won't play on Sunday at Carolina. Woods was selected in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft and did enough during training camp to crack the active roster. However, that still won't make him an attractive fantasy option once he's healthy. Yet, the 22-year-old is […]

Tommy Edman, Lars Nootbaar Retreat To Bench Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielders Tommy Edman and Lars Nootbaar will sit out against JT Brubaker and the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. Edman has played in 17 straight games for the Cardinals, and appears to just be getting a breather today. Nootbaar, on the other hand, has now been out of the starting lineup in three […]