Jacory Croskey-Merritt Sits Out in Preseason Finale, May Start in Week 1

Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt was held out of their preseason finale, along with many key starters. While Croskey-Merritt was nursing a minor shoulder injury early in the week, seeing him receive rest before the regular season is a telling sign for his expected role. Instead, Chris Rodriguez Jr. took five carries on […]

Jarquez Hunter Gets Seven Carries in Preseason Finale

Los Angeles Rams running back Jarquez Hunter rushed for 14 yards on seven carries during Saturday's preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. The rookie was inefficient once again, but it's still worth noting that he only played in the first quarter and thenceforth ceded carries to Cody Schrader and Brennan Presley. However, Kyren Williams and […]

Tre' Harris Dealing with Undisclosed Injury

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Tre' Harris (undisclosed) was unable to participate in team drills during the week and was held out of action during their preseason finale against the San Francisco 49ers. Harris is currently competing alongside fellow rookie Keandre Lambert-Smith and veterans Keenan Allen and Quentin Johnston for a starting job in […]

Tai Felton Held Out of Friday's Game With Arm Soreness

Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Tai Felton (arm) was held out of Friday's preseason finale against the Tennessee Titans due to arm soreness. The Maryland product was lifted from practice earlier in the week but was unable to progress enough to suit up. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as this injury could […]

Half-PPR Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings for Drafts: Top 110

It's peak fantasy football draft season, and we've got you covered no matter what format you play. We're back with our updated half-PPR running back draft (RB) fantasy football rankings. In the updated 0.5-PPR rankings below, you will see key stud and sleeper ball carriers such as De'Von Achane, TreVeyon Henderson, J.K. Dobbins, Kenneth Walker, and […]

Trevor Etienne Shows Improvement in Preseason Finale

Carolina Panthers rookie running back Trevor Etienne showed some improvement during Carolina's preseason finale on Thursday evening. Facing the Steelers, Etienne ran the ball just three times, but racked up 26 yards. His longest run of the evening went for 28 yards. This was also his longest run of the preseason. During their second game, […]

Buccaneers Waive Shilo Sanders

According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are waiving rookie safety Shilo Sanders. The buccaneers signed Sanders, who is the brother of Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders, an undrafted free agent following April's NFL Draft. Sanders attended Colorado alongside his brother. Sanders spent his last two collegiate seasons in Colorado […]

Isaiah Likely to Open the Season on Ravens' 53-Man Roster?

Baltimore Ravens beat writer Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic lists Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely's (foot) status on the initial 53-man roster as one of his toughest calls in his latest roster projection. Likely underwent foot surgery in early August. Zrebiec includes Likely in his roster projection and writes that the team is projecting confidence […]

Yandy Diaz Playing on Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman/designated hitter Yandy Diaz (hamstring) is playing first base and batting third in Sunday's contest against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals and left-hander Matthew Liberatore. Diaz did not play on Friday after suffering a low-grade hamstring strain in the series opener against St. Louis on Thursday, but he's back in for […]

Dylan Sampson Reps with First-Team Offense in Preseason Finale

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Dylan Sampson was the first running back on the field in his team's final preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams. Sampson got the first handoff of the game from starting quarterback Joe Flacco and finished his day with two carries for three yards and one reception for 14 yards. […]

Alec Burleson Back in Cardinals Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals infielder/outfielder Alec Burleson (wrist) is starting in left field and batting third in Sunday's series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays and right-hander Ryan Pepiot at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Burleson did not play on Friday against Tampa but is feeling better after the day off on Saturday, so he'll return to […]

Will Quinshon Judkins Play in Week 1? Fantasy Football Outlook and Update

The talented second-round pick was arrested on July 12, though the Broward County State Attorney’s Office ultimately declined to pursue charges. While the legal issue is now behind him, the incident has raised legitimate questions about Judkins’ maturity, decision-making, and overall readiness to handle the demands of professional football. For a rookie still trying to […]

Should I Draft Travis Hunter, Tetairoa McMillan, Emeka Egbuka, or Matthew Golden? Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Every NFL Draft class brings a wave of hype, but in today’s league, few positions generate more buzz than wide receiver. The modern NFL is built on explosive passing attacks, and the supply line from college to the pros has never been stronger. Elite college wideouts are entering the league more polished than ever, often […]

Masyn Winn Out With Knee Pain on Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays due to knee pain, according to John Denton of MLB.com. Winn received an injection in his knee over the All-Star break in mid-July and has been playing in pain for weeks. While he's […]

Ashton Jeanty Records Two Carries in Final Preseason Game

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty wrapped up his first NFL preseason by playing one series on Saturday against the Arizona Cardinals. Jeanty logged two carries for five rushing yards and will finish the preseason with 12 carries for 37 yards and a touchdown. He did not see much preseason work in the […]

McCade Brown Called Up for MLB Debut on Sunday

The Colorado Rockies selected the contract of rookie right-hander McCade Brown from Double-A Hartford on Sunday and optioned left-hander Lucas Gilbreath to Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move. The team also moved right-hander Dugan Darnell (hip) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL. Brown will make his major-league debut and start Sunday's series […]

Dont'e Thornton Jr. Records Touchdown in Preseason Finale

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. recorded two catches for 26 yards and a touchdown in his team's final preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals. The fourth-rounder out of Tennessee finishes the preseason with three catches on eight targets for 43 yards and a score. Thornton Jr.'s touchdown grab against Arizona came […]

Oronde Gadsden II Scores Touchdown in Preseason Finale

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II caught three passes for 46 yards and a touchdown in the team's preseason finale against San Fransisco. The fifth-round rookie from Syracuse has had an excellent training camp and appears to be carving out a spot on the Chargers. The club signed Tyler Conklin and still rosters […]

Raheim Sanders Leads Chargers In Rushing

Running back Raheim Sanders ran 13 times for 48 yards to lead the Los Angeles Chargers in rushing on Saturday against San Francisco. The undrafted rookie had a decent showing in the preseason finale, but still has an uphill climb to make the Chargers' final roster. The Chargers traded for Najee Harris and drafted Omarion […]

DJ Uiagalelei Throws Two Touchdowns in Preseason Finale

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback DJ Uiagalelei completed 16 of 31 passes for 170 yards to go with two touchdowns and an interception Saturday against San Francisco. The rookie got the majority of snaps and played fairly well, also rushing for 13 yards on one attempt. The Chargers are clearly set at quarterback with Justin Herbert, […]

Jaydon Blue Dealing With Ankle Sprain

Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue (ankle) suffered a low-ankle sprain on Friday, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. The rookie running back told reporters after the game that he was not overly concerned and hopeful to be ready for Week 1. Blue is one of the more intriguing rookie running back candidates given the […]

Sal Stewart Hammers Two More Home Runs at Triple-A

Cincinnati Reds infield prospect Sal Stewart continued his assault on Triple-A pitching on Saturday, drawing two walks and going 2-for-4 with a pair of home runs for Louisville. He also tallied four RBI and three runs scored in the contest. The Reds' top prospect has now reached base safely via hit or walk in 17 […]

Vikings Agree to Terms With Carson Wentz

Veteran quarterback Carson Wentz is headed to Minnesota, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Vikings acted quickly to reorganize their quarterback ranks on Sunday, also sending Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles in a separate transaction. The Vikings weren't satisfied with their backup options throughout training camp and opted for Wentz instead, who figures to […]

Vikings Trade Sam Howell To Philadelphia

The Minnesota Vikings are sending backup quarterback Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Ben Goessling of the Minnesota Star Tribune. As part of the deal, Minnesota will send Howell and a sixth-round pick in 2026 to Philly for a fifth-rounder in 2026 and a seventh-rounder in 2027. With Tanner McKee (finger) uncertain for […]

Jonah Tong With Another Dominant Performance at Triple-A

New York Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong continued his stellar run on Saturday, notching his second straight scoreless outing since his promotion to Triple-A just over a week ago. The Mets' fourth-ranked prospect allowed five hits and one walk while striking out eight in five shutout innings for Syracuse, now with a 0.00 ERA and a […]

Gavin Fien Assigned to Single-A, Triples in First At-Bat

Texas Rangers shortstop prospect Gavin Fien has been assigned to Single-A Hickory. The Rangers' top pick in this year's Draft (12th overall) played in his first game there on Saturday, belting a triple in his first at-bat, and finishing the day 2-for-5 with three RBI, one run scored, and was the only hitter in Hickory's […]

Tez Johnson has Big Outing in Preseason Finale

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tez Johnson made a big impact on the field during Saturday's preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills. Johnson was busy as he hauled in all eight of his targets for 58 yards and a touchdown. The score came on a one-yard catch with less than a minute remaining in the […]

Kyle Trask Plays Well in Preseason Finale

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask started under center for the preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. Teddy Bridgewater (illness) was unavailable for this game, so Trask played the entire first half. The 27-year-old completed 13-of-17 passing attempts for 93 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions. His lone score came on a […]

Elijah Green Lands on Single-A Injured List

Washington Nationals outfield prospect Elijah Green (hamstring) was placed on the 7-day injured list at Single-A Fredericksburg on Saturday with what appeared to be a hamstring injury that occurred when he was running to first base on Friday. The 21-year-old was having a rough season, having begun at High-A, where he hit .171 with a 45.7 […]

Reese McGuire Blasts Grand Slam

Chicago Cubs catcher Reese McGuire came up clutch at the plate during Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. McGuire put the game basically out of reach with a grand slam in the fourth inning of Saturday's contest. It was only a 389-foot shot, but it was enough to get over the wall. McGuire would […]