Joshua Kelley Struggles In Week 5

Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Joshua Kelley struggled on Monday versus the New Orleans Saints. Many expected the rookie to the start with Austin Ekeler (hamstring) sidelined, but the Chargers elected to go with Justin Jackson. The workload in the backfield was pretty even and Kelley had 11 rushes compared to 15 for Jackson. […]

Justin Jackson Performs Well On Monday Night

On Monday against the New Orleans Saints with Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (hamstring) sidelined, it was expected that rookie running back Joshua Kelley would be the main beneficiary, with Justin Jackson also getting in the mix. Jackson rushed 15 times compared to 11 for Kelley and looked like the better running back in […]

Justin Herbert Throws For Four Touchdowns

Los Angeles Chargers rookie quarterback Justin Herbert put together another strong performance against the New Orleans Saints on Monday night. The rookie was only passed for 264 yards, but threw four touchdowns and was 20-for-34 on the evening. He also picked up eight yards on four rushes. Herbert was slowed down in the second half, […]

Mike Williams Scores Twice In Return

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams returned from a hamstring injury and produced five catches for 109 yards and two touchdowns on eight targets in the Monday night overtime loss to the Saints. Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (back) exited the contest early with a back injury, and Williams would be the main beneficiary […]

Keenan Allen Ruled Out

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (back) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Allen came into the contest on fire and caught two balls for 29 yards and a touchdown before exiting in the first half. More should be known on […]

Golden Knights Sign Alex Pietrangelo

The Vegas Golden Knights have signed defenseman Alex Pietrangelo to a seven-year, $61.6 million contract on Monday, with an average annual value of $8.8 million. Pietrangelo joins the Golden Knights after spending the first 12 seasons of his NHL career with the Blues, while serving as the captain of the franchise for the past four […]

Keenan Allen Questionable To Return Monday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (back) is considered questionable to return to the Monday night game against the Saints due to a back injury. Allen was seen getting his back stretched on the sidelines. Before leaving, he was able to catch both of his targets for 29 yards and a touchdown, so at […]

Marlon Moraes Drops Main Event

Marlon Moraes was unable to secure another title shot, dropping Saturday's main event to Cory Sandhagen via second-round technical knockout. Moraes only reeled off 14 significant strikes in the six minutes of action. With the division so top-heavy for contention, it might take another fight or even two to earn a title shot. With that […]

Cory Sandhagen Scores Huge TKO Victory

Cory Sandhagen went into the Octagon and did what was needed to earn the second-round technical knockout. Sandhagen landed a huge leg kick, which caught the top of Marlon Moraes' head, sending him head over feet. He followed up with the ground-and-pound until the referee stopped the bout, declaring Sandhagen the winner. Sandhagen also netted […]

Matt Ryan's Future In Atlanta In Question?

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has admiration for quarterback Matt Ryan, but he didn't fully commit to the former MVP signal-caller as the quarterback of the future as the franchise looks for a new head coach and general manager. The Falcons cut ties with head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Thomas Dimitroff on Sunday […]

Jacksonville Releases Stephen Hauschka After Rough Week 5

The Jacksonville Jaguars released kicker Stephen Hauschka on Monday after he missed both field-goal attempts that he had in Sunday’s loss to Houston. The team brought in Jon Brown as their new kicker, marking the fifth different kicker that will start for the Jaguars this season. Having been a full-time kicker since 2011 with Seattle […]

Indianapolis Sticks With Philip Rivers As Starting QB For Week 6

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich confirmed Monday that Philip Rivers would remain the team’s starting quarterback moving forward after a rocky performance Sunday against Cleveland. The question of Rivers’ removal exists primarily due to the presence of Jacoby Brissett as his backup, who had previously served as the organization’s starter in 2017 and ‘19. […]

Christian McCaffrey Undergoes Tests On Injured Ankle

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (ankle) is working his way back from a high ankle sprain and is set to undergo a series of tests on the injury throughout the week in an attempt to gauge his health status. McCaffrey has been sidelined since Week 2, with Mike Davis taking over full-time duties in […]

Chris Hogan Receives High Ankle Sprain Diagnosis

New York Jets wide receiver Chris Hogan (ankle) was carted off the field Sunday against Arizona, but the good news coming out of Monday is that he only sustained a high ankle sprain. The Jets have not announced a timetable for when Hogan may return to the mix, but it’s unquestionably a positive outcome after […]

Byron Cowart Lands On COVID-19 List Monday

New England Patriots defensive tackle Byron Cowart was placed on the COVID-19 list on Monday, further weakening the Patriots Defense ahead of its matchup against Denver next Sunday. Having started each of the team’s first four games despite playing fewer than 50 percent of the snaps in any contest, Cowart combined for eight tackles in […]

Texans Defense Loses Benardrick McKinney For Season

Houston Texans linebacker Benardrick McKinney (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2020 season after sustaining a shoulder injury that will require surgery. His loss is another blow to a defensive unit that has scuffled in producing takeaways this season. With McKinney having missed the team’s Week 5 game against Jacksonville, Tyrell […]

Richard Sherman Unlikely To Return For 49ers Defense In Week 6

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman (calf) was initially slated to return for next Sunday’s matchup against the Rams, but head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Sherman sustained “some setbacks,” further pushing his return date back. Sherman played in just the team’s Week 1 contest before being placed on injured reserve due to a […]

Saints Defense Gets Marshon Lattimore, Marcus Davenport Back

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) and defensive end Marcus Davenport (elbow, toe) will play in Monday’s contest against the Chargers. Lattimore is returning to the mix after missing last week’s game due to a hamstring injury, while Davenport is slated to make his season debut. A Pro Bowl selection last season, Lattimore has […]

Sam Darnold Throws Monday, Status Unknown For Week 6

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (shoulder) was able to throw with his injured shoulder Monday, although whether or not he can return for the team’s Week 6 matchup versus Miami remains up in the air. Darnold mentioned that he was feeling much better after missing Sunday’s outing against Arizona, which saw Joe Flacco take […]

Jared Cook Makes His Return To The Field Monday

New Orleans Saints tight end Jared Cook (groin) has been cleared to take the field Monday against the Chargers, marking his first action since Week 3. Having undergone a career revival over the past two years, Cook has averaged just five targets per game in his first three outings, having been affected by the team's […]

Mike Williams Returns Against Saints On Monday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (hamstring) has been deemed active for Monday’s contest versus New Orleans. Williams last suited up Week 3 due to a hamstring injury, with his return presenting rookie quarterback Justin Herbert with yet another weapon in the passing game. Williams’ fantasy outlook has slid since a nine-target Week 1 […]

Chargers Defense Gets Joey Bosa For Monday

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (triceps) has been given the green light to suit up for Monday’s contest against the Saints after battling a myriad of injuries that previously put his status up in the air. Bosa has collected eight hits on the opposing quarterback and three sacks over his first four games, […]

Monday Night Football Starts and Sits: Chargers at Saints

Week 4 has come and gone and COVID remains prevalent in the NFL heading to Week 5. With bye weeks upon us, fantasy managers also have to contend with positive cases for the Titans, Patriots, Raiders, and Chiefs. All of us understood these possibilities heading into the season, but seeing the NFL move games is […]

Tyler Eifert Sustains Stinger Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Tyler Eifert (neck) sustained a stinger, which forced him to exit Sunday’s contest versus Houston early. There is optimism that Eifert will be able to return to the field soon, a definite positive whenever discussing a neck ailment. Prior to his departure, Eifert saw a season-high seven targets, continuing to be […]

Dalvin Cook Appears To Have Avoided Major Injury

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (groin) departed Sunday’s contest against Seattle early due to a groin injury, but after getting an MRI on Monday, “he’s good,” a source told Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Prior to his departure, Cook rushed for a touchdown in his fifth consecutive game, giving him a score in […]

Bengals Defense Loses D.J. Reader For The Season

Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle D.J. Reader (quadriceps) will miss the rest of the season after he suffered an injury in the Week 5 loss to the Ravens, according to head coach Zac Taylor. Reader was carted off the field with less than nine minutes left in the third quarter on Sunday. He signed a four-year […]

Giants Defense Loses Lorenzo Carter For The Season

New York Giants outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter (Achilles) will miss the rest of the season after he suffered a ruptured Achilles in the Week 5 loss to the Cowboys. Carter was carted off the field on Sunday and will undergo surgery later this week. He's expected to be back for next season. Entering Week 5, […]

Adam Gase Could Give Up Play-Calling Duties

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase said he's considering giving up play-calling duties after the team's 0-5 start for the first time since 1996. "I don't think I'm ever opposed to try something to change things up. I'd say everything is on the table at this point," Gase said. The Jets have scored more […]

Cam Newton's Status Still Up In The Air

Based on NFL rules, since 10 days have passed since New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19, he could return to the team for Week 6 against the Broncos as long as he has not shown any symptoms. But head coach Bill Belichick continues to remain non-committal on whether Newton will be […]

Sammy Watkins Expected To Miss Time

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins (hamstring) is expected to miss "possibly a couple weeks" with a hamstring injury that doctors are still evaluating, according to a source. Watkins caught both of his targets for 24 yards and his second touchdown of the year before leaving in Week 5, so at least he offered […]