Austin Slater Leaves Game with Hamstring Tightness

New York Yankees outfielder Austin Slater (hamstring) was pulled from Monday's contest with left-hamstring tightness, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. He left the game after his first at-bat of the game, with Jasson Dominguez coming in as the pinch runner. This is coming less than a week after Slater was dealt from the White […]

Nick Lodolo Exits Early With Blister

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (finger) left his Monday start early with a blister on his left index finger. He got pulled after getting two outs in the second frame. Blisters aren't typically serious injuries but they can linger, and he has had blister issues previously in his career. The lefty hadn't allowed any […]

DeVonta Smith's Stock on the Rise

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is standing out in camp and looking like a "bounce-back" candidate heading into the new season, Zach Berman of PHLY observes. Smith missed four games a season ago, but his fourth year in the NFL was still yet another productive campaign. He hauled in a career-high eight touchdowns while […]

Joshua Palmer Back at Practice Monday

After sitting out Sunday, Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer (groin) returned to practice on Monday. Palmer spent the first four seasons of his career with the Los Angeles Chargers before joining the Bills on a three-year contract in free agency this past winter. While Palmer caught fewer than 40 passes for under 600 yards […]

Roman Anthony Dealing With Back Tightness

Boston Red Sox rookie outfielder Roman Anthony (back) was scratched from Monday's series opener against the Kansas City Royals with mid-back tightness, according to the team. Wilyer Abreu entered the starting lineup in the two-hole in the batting order and made the start in right field against Royals left-hander Bailey Falter, while Rob Refsnyder got […]

Nikola Vucevic Not a "Buyout Candidate"

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic shouldn't be considered a buyout candidate. There have been numerous reports that a buyout could take place. However, Stein has repeatedly denied the validity of the reports and insists that Vucevic will begin the 2025 season with the Bulls unless "a trade materializes between […]

Spencer Rattler Leading Saints Quarterback Derby

After 10 practices, New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler is "comfortably in the lead" for the starting job, according to Ross Jackson of LouisianaSports.net. Rattler, who's competing with second-round rookie Tyler Shough and Jake Haener, leads the group in first-team reps and has picked up the fewest third-team reps in camp. If Rattler plays well […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Still Undecided About Future in Milwaukee

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, "there's still nothing set in stone" regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo and his future with the Milwaukee Bucks. "I reported it in mid-May that he's evaluating whether his best fit is in Milwaukee or is it elsewhere," said Charania on ESPN's Get Up on Monday morning. "That process is continuing. There's been […]

Jets No. 2 Receiver Role "Up for Grabs"

The New York Jets have an established No. 1 wide receiver in star Garrett Wilson, but they're unsure who will complement him in the No. 2 role. Offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand said the job is "up for grabs," but the Jets are "happy" with the competition so far. Veterans Josh Reynolds and Allen Lazard lead […]

Enrique Hernandez Not Guaranteed to Return This Year

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that the team is "hopeful" that utility man Enrique Hernandez (elbow) will return this year, but it's not guaranteed. Hernandez has been out since early July with left-elbow inflammation and may not be back with the Dodgers in 2025. The 33-year-old veteran has not resumed baseball activities, so […]

Fantasy Football Dynasty Rankings (Top 400): Justin Jefferson, Ashton Jeanty, Jayden Daniels, Tetairoa McMillan, Omarion Hampton, RJ Harvey, Cam Ward

The new NFL season is slowly but surely nearing, and although redraft fantasy football formats are coming back soon, dynasty start-ups happen all year long. We're here to help with our 2025 fantasy football dynasty rankings for the top 400 players. In the updated overall dynasty rankings below, check out where key fantasy assets like Justin […]

Mason Taylor Misses Practice With Ankle Injury

New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor (ankle) did not practice on Monday because of an ankle injury, according to Brian Costello of the New York Post. Head coach Aaron Glenn will provide an update on Taylor's status on Tuesday. A second-round pick from LSU, Taylor has been a standout this summer and will have […]

Tommy Edman Officially Lands on Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed infielder Tommy Edman (ankle) on the 10-day injured list with a right-ankle sprain on Monday and activated third baseman Max Muncy (knee) from the 10-day IL in a corresponding move, according to David Vassegh. Edman will head to the shelf after spraining his ankle in Sunday's win over the Tampa […]

Tyler Huntley Signing With Browns

Free-agent quarterback Tyler Huntley has agreed to sign with the Cleveland Browns, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. This will be the second stint with the organization for Huntley, who signed with the Browns in March 2024 but didn't earn a roster spot during the preseason. He ended up spending time with the Baltimore Ravens and […]

Max Muncy Activated and Starting on Monday

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated third baseman Max Muncy (knee) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and placed infielder Tommy Edman (ankle) on the 10-day IL in a corresponding move with a right-ankle sprain, according to David Vassegh. Muncy is starting at third base and is batting fifth in Monday's series opener against the […]

Chandler Simpson Remains Out on Monday

Tampa Bay Rays rookie outfielder Chandler Simpson (finger) remains out of the starting nine for Monday's series opener against the hosting Los Angeles Angels. Jonny DeLuca is making another start in center field and will bat fifth against Angels left-hander Yusei Kikuchi. Bally Sports' Ryan Bass reports that Simpson's index finger continues to progress, though, […]

Ladd McConkey Still Not Practicing

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (undisclosed) did not practice Monday as he continues working through an undisclosed ailment. McConkey has been dealing with an issue that Chargers coaches have classified as "minor," while the second-year man has also downplayed its severity. McConkey told Kay Adams that there's no "trouble with anything." He added […]

Van Jefferson Listed as Starter on Unofficial Depth Chart

The Tennessee Titans listed wide receivers Calvin Ridley, Tyler Lockett and Van Jefferson in their starting three-receiver set on Monday on their first official depth chart of training camp, according to Titans beat writer Jim Wyatt. Tennessee signed Jefferson to a one-year deal in the offseason to give them veteran depth at the position. While […]

Dameon Pierce Activated From PUP, Returning to Practice

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (quadriceps) passed his physical for a strained quadriceps and was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Sports. Pierce looked good while working off to the side at Monday's training camp practice, but now he'll officially be able to rejoin the […]

Travis Hunter Listed as Starting Receiver, Backup Defensive Back

On the Jacksonville Jaguars' unofficial depth chart released on Monday, rookie first-rounder and two-way player Travis Hunter was listed as a starting wide receiver and as a backup defensive back. Unofficial depth charts should be taken with a grain of salt, but all signs this offseason have pointed to Hunter having a bigger role on […]

Travis Etienne Jr., Tank Bigsby Listed as Co-Starters

Jacksonville Jaguars running backs Travis Etienne Jr. and Tank Bigsby are listed as co-starters on the team's first unofficial depth chart this week. Etienne and Bigsby have shared first-team reps during training camp so far this summer, so this doesn't come as much of a surprise. Bigsby is expected to handle most of the physical […]

J.J. McCarthy to Play in Preseason Opener

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said that the plan is to play quarterback J.J. McCarthy in the team's preseason opener this Saturday against the Houston Texans. McCarthy isn't your ordinary NFL starting QB going into a new season. The 22-year-old former first-rounder from Michigan missed all of his rookie season in 2024 due a […]

Chris Sale Progressing Towards Return This Year

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (ribs) has been making progress towards a return to the mound, according to David O'Brien. He recently threw a bullpen session and is expected to face live hitters soon. After that, Sale could go on a minor league rehab assignment for a few starts. Sale is still two weeks […]

T.J. Hockenson Remains Sidelined on Monday

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said that tight end T.J. Hockenson (groin) remained sidelined at training camp practice on Monday. O'Connell said Hockenson is dealing with some "day-to-day bumps." Hockenson reportedly suffered a minor groin injury during practice on Saturday and hasn't been on the field since. The 28-year-old was walking with a noticeable […]

Reese Olson Avoids Having Surgery

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Reese Olson (shoulder) will avoid having surgery on his injured right shoulder, according to Cody Stavenhagen. The Tigers are still waiting for the final results on his most recent medical evaluation. They will wait until then before deciding on the next steps for Olson. The right-hander is expected to miss the […]

Grayson Rodriguez to Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (elbow) officially won't take the mound during the 2025 season. The O's attempted to avoid surgery, but sadly that is the best route at this point. The right-hander is scheduled to undergo right elbow debridement surgery early next week, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. The good news is, […]

Jaydon Blue Standing Out "More and More"

The Athletic's Jon Machota writes that Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue "has been standing out more and more, to the point he's been getting some first-team reps" at training camp. Blue has showcased his speed, athleticism and quality hands, all while taking care of the football. He appears to be getting more comfortable […]

Sal Frelick Remains Out on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (knee) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Frelick is set to miss his second straight game after exiting Saturday's game due to left knee soreness. The organization is hopeful to avoid a stint on the injured list, but they'll likely wait a […]

Isaac Paredes Won't Have Surgery, Hoping to Return This Year

Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (hamstring) will not undergo season-ending surgery and is hopeful to return to the field this season, according to general manager Dana Brown. Paredes recently received a PRP injection and will go the rest and rehab route instead of surgery. That being said, Paredes will attempt to resume baseball activities […]

J.K. Dobbins the RB1 for Denver?

Denver Broncos insider Benjamin Allbright says that both running backs J.K. Dobbins and rookie second-rounder RJ Harvey have looked good at training camp. However, Allbright suggests that Dobbins is the "RB1 and stays that way until Harvey gets better at pass protection." The 26-year-old Dobbins has gotten off to a good start heading into his […]