Michael Pittman Jr. Poised For A Big Season

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has displayed an intense vocal and physical leadership style during team training camp that matches his playing style. The second-year wideout didn't have much opportunity with Philip Rivers in 2020, seeing 61 targets and turning that into 40 receptions for 503 yards and a touchdown across 13 games. […]

A.J. Brown Hasn’t Practiced This Week

Tennessee Titans wide receiver A.J. Brown (undisclosed) hasn't participated in joint practices with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week. Titans head coach Mike Vrabel wouldn't say whether it was a maintenance day for Brown, who hasn't practice all week. "He's just not available," said Vrabel. The 24-year-old underwent surgeries on both knees during the offseason. […]

Jurickson Profar Activated From IL Friday

San Diego Padres utility player Jurickson Profar (COVID-19) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list on Friday, the team announced on Twitter. Profar has been out for two weeks on the IL, and in a rehab game with Triple-A El Paso on Sunday, he went 1-for-3 with two walks. Over 99 games this season, Profar […]

Jake Arrieta Placed On Injured List With Hamstring Strain

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday with a left hamstring strain, according to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. Arrieta had exited his start on Wednesday with what was described as a mild hamstring strain, as he lasted only 3 1/3 innings in his first outing […]

Anthony DeSclafani Has MRI, No Structural Damage Found

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (ankle) underwent an MRI after exiting his start on Wednesday with ankle soreness, and the results came back showing no structural damage, according to Maria Guardado of MLB.com. Guardado reports that DeSclafani received a cortisone shot and is being considered day-to-day. This is good news for managers, as […]

Javier Baez Could Return For Series With Giants

New York Mets shortstop Javier Baez (back) looks to be in line to return to the team without requiring a rehab assignment, and could return sometime during the team's upcoming series with the Giants, according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. Manager Luis Rojas said that while it's not official that he'll be able to […]

Francisco Lindor Likely Won't Need Rehab Assignment

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (oblique) likely won't need a rehab assignment before he returns to the team, according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. Manager Luis Rojas said the team has not officially made a decision on that just yet, but it's looking like he could return sometime during the Mets' upcoming series […]

AJ Pollock Scratched From Lineup Friday Night

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock (back) was scratched from the lineup on Friday night due to back spasms, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Billy McKinney will now start in right field and is batting seventh in the lineup against the Mets. Pollock has had a productive year at the plate this season, […]

Julian Merryweather Suffers Setback In Rehab

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Julian Merryweather (oblique) suffered a setback during his rehab assignment and will have his next appearance pushed back, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Merryweather tossed 4 1/3 innings back in April and looked to be a potential closer candidate for Toronto before landing on the IL with a left […]

Jonathan Taylor Impressing As Best Player At Training Camp

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has reportedly impressed head coach Frank Reich and other team reporters in attendance enough to earn the title of best offensive player through the first couple of weeks of training camp. Reich stated, "That guy looks so good right now … I can't even tell you." Running behind one […]

Jeff McNeil To Move To Third Base Eventually

Although the New York Mets considered moving infielder Javier Baez (back) to third base once he and Francisco Lindor return from the injured list, they've ultimately decided to pair Baez and Lindor as the double-play combination up the middle, with Baez at the keystone. Jeff McNeil has been taking ground balls at the hot corner […]

Ian Anderson To Make One More Rehab Start

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson (shoulder) is set to make one more rehab start before returning to action, according to David O'Brien of The Athletic. Anderson has been out since the All-Star break due to shoulder inflammation, after going 5-5 with a 3.56 ERA, 1.250 WHIP and 24.3 percent strikeout rate across 96 innings […]

No Structural Damage For N'Keal Harry

Tests showed that New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry (shoulder) didn't suffer any structural damage to his shoulder when he was injured in the preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, according to a source. Harry will simply need rest for now and will be considered week-to-week. The 23-year-old former first-rounder landed hard […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Making Fifth Outfield Start Friday

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. will gain outfield eligibility in Yahoo leagues after Friday's game, as he is making his fifth start of the season in the outfield Friday night against the Phillies. Tatis will still require five more games played in the outfield before gaining eligibility in ESPN leagues. Over 91 games […]

Saints Signing Safety Jeff Heath

The New Orleans Saints are signing veteran safety Jeff Heath to an undisclosed deal on Friday, according to a source. Heath led the Las Vegas Raiders with three interceptions last season, and the move will give the Saints some secondary insurance in case P.J. Williams has to play cornerback. The 30-year-old totaled 37 tackles (28 […]

Larry Fitzgerald Leaning Toward Retirement?

When asked by Jim Gray on SiriusXM Radio if he will play football this year, free-agent wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald sounds more like he's leaning toward a soft retirement than anything. "For now I'll be a radio broadcaster. Jim, to be honest with you, I just don't have the urge to play right now. I […]

Jason Croom Could Be Lost For The Season

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Jason Croom (knee), who was carted off early in the preseason game against the New England Patriots on Thursday, is feared to have suffered a season-ending knee injury, according to a source. Croom is undergoing an MRI exam to confirm. The 27-year-old played in just four games for the Eagles last […]

Northern Trust - Showdown Round 3 (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I am excited to announce that I will be providing a premium spreadsheet that can be accessed through the link below. Here you will find updated stats for the particular tournament - all sortable and weighable when you make a copy of your […]

Mookie Betts Does Outfield Drills On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) was spotted doing outfield drills on Friday ahead of the team's game against the visiting New York Mets. Betts has been dealing with a bone spur in his hip that has hampered his playing time this season and wasn't expected to resume baseball activities until some time next […]

Will Smith Will Sit On Friday Evening

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will rest on Friday evening versus the New York Mets. Smith has been having a strong offensive showing this year and is hitting .260 with 18 home runs and 59 RBI. Replacing Smith in the lineup will be backup catcher Austin Barnes and he will bat eighth. Barnes hasn't […]

EPL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel (8/21/21) - English Premier League Soccer

Welcome back, RotoBallers! If you missed it last week, the English Premier League returned with a full weekend of games. We have another great main slate Saturday for our DFS enjoyment. Saturday is going to be a typical five-game slate, but you can play the all day slate if you'd like an additional game. I […]

Kwang Hyun Kim Feeling Good After Rehab Start

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Kwang Hyun Kim (elbow) is feeling good after a two-inning rehab start on Thursday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reported. Kim has been sidelined with elbow inflammation and missed the chance to return on August 18. The Cardinals don't have a timetable for his return, but it appears the club […]

Kelvin Gastelum Hoping To Turn Around His Latest Fortunes

It has been a rough go of late for Kelvin Gastelum (17-7), as he's lost four of his last five bouts in the Octagon. The Ultimate Fighter Season 17 winner, like his opponent, is coming off of a loss to former champion Robert Whittaker. With a knack for finishing, 10 of Gastelum's 17 wins have […]

Jared Cannonier Looking To Get Back In The Win Column

Competing in multiple weight classes, Jared Cannonier (13-5) seems to have found his home in the middleweight division. In his last Octagon appearance, Cannonier suffered defeat at the hands of the former champion Robert Whittaker. A dangerous striker, eight of Cannonier's 13 career wins have come by knockout/TKO. His opponent, Kelvin Gastelum, is also coming […]

Saints Sign Aldrick Rosas

The New Orleans Saints have signed kicker Aldrick Rosas, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. New Orleans currently has a kicking problem as starter Wil Lutz could miss eight or more weeks after core muscle surgery. Rosas has played four NFL seasons (three with Giants, one with Jaguars) and has made 81.4 percent of his […]

Yu Darvish Throws Bullpen On Friday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish (back) threw a bullpen session on Friday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reported. Darvish exited his last start due to lower back tightness but has so far avoided the 10-day injured list. The 35-year-old right-hander is 7-7 on the season with a 3.70 ERA, 1.028 WHIP, and 158 strikeouts […]

Alex Bregman Resumes Rehab Assignment On Friday

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (hamstring, quad) is slated to resume his rehab assignment on Friday. Bregman has been out of Houston's lineup since mid-June with a quadricep strain and his most recent setback in rehabilitation was due to hamstring soreness. Fantasy managers are no doubt disappointed, given the 27-year-old was hitting .275/.359/.428 with […]

Rob Gronkowski is Looking in Solid Condition

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski may be 32 now, but according to a comment made by QB Tom Brady on an Instagram post, the TE hasn't looked better in terms of his play on the field. Gronk returned from retirement last season to join Tampa, and while his season had its ups and […]

Justin Upton Not Starting On Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton isn't in the lineup on Friday for a matchup with the Cleveland Indians and left-hander Sam Hentges. Upton is batting .222 with a .307 on-base percentage, 17 home runs, and four stolen bases in 343 plate appearances this season, but won't start against Hentges. Jo Adell is batting sixth […]

Chris Archer Expected To Start On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (forearm) is slated to return to the mound this Sunday in the series finale against the Chicago White Sox. The 32-year-old right-hander has been sidelined since April with a forearm strain, only pitching 4 1/3 innings this season to a 6.23 ERA. While Archer's presence could give Tampa […]