Carlos Estevez Picks Up The Save On Thursday

Colorado Rockies closer Carlos Estevez earned the save on Thursday when he allowed one run on two hits with a strikeout over one inning in a 4-3 win over the Phillies. Estevez entered in the ninth inning with the Rockies holding a 4-2 lead and ran into a little trouble. He allowed a single to […]

Antonio Senzatela Picks Up Sixth Straight Quality Start

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela took a no-decision on Thursday when he allowed two runs on four hits with two walks and three strikeouts over six innings in a 4-3 win over the Phillies. Senzatela came into this game having picked up a quality start in five straight contests and did not disappoint. He […]

Tony Pollard Gets Six Touches In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard received six touches in a Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. Clearly playing behind starter Ezekiel Elliott and operating only as a change-of-pace back, Pollard ran the ball twice, gaining just three yards and adding four catches on four targets for 29 more yards. Pollard is an […]

Rob Gronkowski Hauls In Two Touchdowns

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski finished with eight receptions for 90 yards and two touchdowns on eight targets in Thursday's win over Dallas. The 32-year-old had an impressive season debut and didn't look like a veteran with wear-and-tear from playing for many years. It's apparent Gronk remains a favorite target of QB Tom […]

Ezekiel Elliott Gets Off To A Slow Start In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott got off to a slow start in a Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. Facing a tough run defense (second best against opposing running backs last season), Elliott ran the ball 11 times, gaining just 33 scoreless yards. He also made two catches on two targets, picking […]

Antonio Brown Paces Team With 121 Yards

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown led the team with five receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown on seven targets in the Week 1 win over the Cowboys. Brown started the season off in a terrific way and the chemistry between him and QB Tom Brady was apparent. Brown will look to make […]

Chris Godwin Puts Up 105 Yards

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin put up nine receptions for 105 yards and a score on 14 targets in Week 1's win over Dallas. He also lost a fumble. Despite that one blemish, Godwin paced the team in receptions and targets and started the season off in a fantastic way. While targets will […]

Dak Prescott Throws For Over 400 Yards In Week 1

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott had an excellent Week 1 performance against the defending champion Tampa Bay Bucs. Despite ultimately ending in a loss, Prescott was simply incredible and showed no signs of the injury that slowed him down and forced him to miss all of the preseason. Dak completed 42 of his 58 pass […]

Mike Evans Musters 24 Yards

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans managed only three receptions for 24 yards on six targets in Thursday's win over Dallas. In a game filled with yards and touchdowns, Evans was the odd man out in terms of putting up explosive numbers as his teammates thrived. While Week 1's performance was disappointing, Evans remains […]

Dylan Floro Collects A Save On Thursday

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Dylan Floro picked up his ninth save of the season in Thursday's win over the New York Mets. Floro pitched a scoreless ninth inning, recording two strikeouts to lock down the 3-2 win for the Fish. He isn't a particularly great pitcher, but he's in a situation that makes him worth […]

Leonard Fournette A Factor In Rushing And Passing Game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette finished Thursday's win over Dallas with nine carries for 32 yards and five receptions for 27 yards on seven targets. While not the flashiest numbers, Fournette did receive double the carries of fellow backfield mate Ronald Jones II and also chipped in for the passing game. While it […]

Ronald Jones II Fumbles In Season Opener

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II managed four rushes for 14 yards in the season-opening win against the Cowboys. The RB also notably lost a fumble in the game. Coming into the season, it was expected Jones and Leonard Fournette would both get carries but Fournette got nine in Thursday's game compared to […]

Jesus Luzardo Pitches Well Again On Thursday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo continued his solid run of late with another solid start on Thursday against the New York Mets. Luzardo pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on two hits and four walks while striking out eight. The rookie lefty threw 97 pitches, 58 strikes. He started his Marlins career […]

Tom Brady Tosses For 379 Yards

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady finished Thursday's win over Dallas by going 32-for-50 for 379 yards, four touchdowns, and two picks. The 44-year-old didn't look one bit his age on Thursday and showcased why he can still play for multiple years going forward. With a collection of elite receiving weapons, Brady figures to remain […]

Michael Gallup Exits With Ankle Injury

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup (ankle) is questionable to return to the team's Week 1 contest against the Buccaneers. Gallup had four catches for 36 yards before exiting. The way Dallas used Gallup was encouraging, even if the numbers didn't necessarily look great for fantasy purposes. If Gallup misses any time, Cedrick Wilson would […]

John Means Takes Tough Loss Thursday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means fell to 5-7 in Thursday's 6-0 loss to the Royals. Means pitched 7 strong innings, allowing two runs on five hits (including a solo home run) and two walks with five strikeouts. However, the O's weren't able to get their bats going to provide any support. The 28-year-old has […]

Cooper Kupp Is A Safe Play in Week 1

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp has been one of the most consistent wide receivers in the game over the last few years, and he's ready for his first game with new quarterback Matthew Stafford under center. Kupp was a safety-valve receiver for former quarterback Jared Goff, and he can play a similar role […]

Sony Michel Can Be Avoided In Week 1

Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel is a player that could be interesting later this year in fantasy, but he can ride your bench in Week 1 against the Chicago Bears. Michel just recently joined the roster, and he figures to be the RB2 in this Rams offense behind Darrell Henderson. The Bears were […]

Bradley Chubb Could Be Questionable For Week 1

Denver Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb (ankle) had offseason surgery on his ankle, but he tweaked his other ankle in the team's preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams and was limited in practice on Thursday. Chubb has a shot to play in the season-opener on Sunday against the New York Giants, but if he does […]

Darrell Henderson Jr. Isn't A Top Option In Week 1

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr. is the team's starting running back after the season-ending injury to teammate Cam Akers, but he's not going to be a top fantasy option in Week 1 against the Chicago Bears. The Bears defensive strength this season is going to be up front against the run with […]

Tyrann Mathieu Up In The Air For Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu remains up in the air for Sunday's season-opener against the Cleveland Browns. Mathieu is vaccinated, but he remains on the league's COVID-19 list and must return two negative tests 48 hours apart in order to be cleared before Sunday. The 29-year-old also must remain asymptomatic. The deadline to activate […]

Ravens Working On Deal With Latavius Murray

The Baltimore Ravens are finalizing a deal with free agent running back Latavius Murray, who would join a team whose running back room is a mess right now. Three players -- J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards, and Justice Hill -- are all out for the season and the team has already added Le'Veon Bell and Devonta […]

Matthew Stafford Looks To Start The Season Strong

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is ready for his first game in a different uniform after 12 seasons with the Detroit Lions, and his first opponent is a familiar foe in the Chicago Bears in Week 1. This Rams offense is loaded at the wide receiver position, with Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp as […]

Marcus Peters Suffers Torn ACL Thursday

Tests confirmed that Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters (knee) suffered a season-ending torn ACL at practice on Thursday, according to a source. Thursday was a really bad day for the Ravens, as starting running back Gus Edwards (knee) also suffered a season-ending torn ACL. It's a serious blow for Baltimore's secondary, but thankfully they also […]

Le'Veon Bell Could Be Active In Week 1

With Baltimore Ravens starting running back Gus Edwards (knee) suffering a torn ACL in practice on Thursday, head coach John Harbaugh said that Le'Veon Bell has "a chance" to be active for the team's Week 1 matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night. The Ravens have now lost Edwards, J.K. Dobbins and Justice […]

Evan Engram Misses Another Practice

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) did not practice for the second straight day on Thursday, another sign that he's trending toward missing the Week 1 season-opener on Sunday afternoon against the Denver Broncos. Earlier this week, Engram was considered a long shot to suit up against the Broncos, so fantasy managers should've […]

Sean Murphy-Bunting Won't Return Against Cowboys

After exiting early with an apparent elbow injury, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting won't return to Thursday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. He was injured while trying to tackle Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, who scored a touchdown on the play. Murphy-Bunting is a key piece of this Buccaneers defense and had one […]

Tests Confirm Torn ACL For Gus Edwards

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (knee) has officially been diagnosed with a torn ACL and will have season-ending surgery. Edwards was expected to take the lead role with J.K. Dobbins (knee) and Justice Hill (achilles) both sidelined for the season, but caught a tough break in practice and what was feared as a torn […]

After the Draft: Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups & Adds

Experienced fantasy managers know that once the draft is over, the real work begins. Leagues are often won through the waiver wire, not the draft. It's never too early to start digging for gems that could pay off huge during the coming season. As we will do every week throughout the regular season, we present […]

Waiver Wire FAB Bidding: Pre-Week 1 Targets

Assisting our famous waiver wire pickups list, and our weekly waiver wire columns by position, this column focuses on suggested waiver wire bidding percentages for fantasy football owners in leagues using a Free Agent Budget (FAB). We understand that limbo between your draft and Week 1 can mean less aggression on the waiver wire as […]