Bryce Young Draws Praise From Adam Thielen

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young received a vote of confidence from wide receiver Adam Thielen after the veteran pass-catcher was traded to the Minnesota Vikings last week. "He's a great quarterback," Thielen said of Young. "You saw that at the end of last year." He also proceeded to commend Young for overcoming periodic struggles last […]

Broncos Being Smart With Dre Greenlaw

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said that the team is being "smart" and "conservative" with how they manage linebacker Dre Greenlaw's workload. Greenlaw has a lengthy injury history, so Payton and his staff have decided that it's in their best interest to take some of the load off him before the season even begins. […]

Andy Reid Not Worried About Marquise Brown

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown (ankle) "should be fine" despite missing all three preseason games, according to head coach Andy Reid. The Super Bowl-winning coach noted that he'd be a little more concerned if the injury pertained to a young receiver, but he's confident in Brown's ability to get back up to speed […]

Bears Experimenting with DJ Moore in Backfield

The Chicago Bears lined up wide receiver DJ Moore in the backfield several times throughout training camp, according to ESPN's Courtney Cronin. This is an interesting development, and it could be the product of Rome Odunze continuing to blossom into a top receiver. While Moore should remain atop the depth chart, Odunze's ascension could force […]

Rome Odunze Could Move All Around the Offense

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze could be deployed in different spots throughout the offense, wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El told ESPN's Courtney Cronin. The second-year receiver received praise for his versatility and athleticism, with Randle El noting that he thinks Odunze is "going to have a big year." Meanwhile, Cronin said that Odunze […]

Ikem Ekwonu Recovering From Appendectomy, Uncertain for Week 1

The Carolina Panthers will make a left-tackle decision on Wednesday if Ikem Ekwonu (appendix) is ultimately unable to suit up for the team's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Yosh Nijman and Brady Christensen are the leading candidates to start at left tackle in the event that Ekwonu isn't able to play. Nijman is a […]

Dave Canales Comfortable With Panthers' Young Receivers

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales explained that he is comfortable with the team's younger receivers heading into the 2025 season, which is one reason why the team was willing to trade veteran Adam Thielen. Canales specifically alluded to the emergence of rookie Tetairoa McMillan, but the team expects to see productivity from its other […]

Jhoan Duran Notches 25th Save Of Season Monday

Philadelphia Phillies closer Jhoan Duran picked up his 25th save of the season in Monday's 10-8 win over the Brewers. Duran came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by two and delivered a 1-2-3 performance with no strikeouts. The 27-year-old has been excellent all season and has been even better since […]

Raiders Sign Jeff Driskel to Practice Squad

The Las Vegas Raiders announced that they have signed free agent quarterback Jeff Driskel to their practice squad. The veteran signal caller is now on his ninth NFL team, albeit in a reduced capacity. He spent 2024 with the Washington Commanders but hasn't actually attempted a pass since 2023, when he was a member of […]

Quinshon Judkins Not Considering NCAA Return

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins is not considering a return to college football, according to comments that Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot made during an appearance on PFT Live. Judkins still has not signed his rookie contract, and he continues to be the subject of an NFL investigation after a legal incident in Florida this […]

Landen Roupp Unlikely To Return In 2025

SF Chronicle's Susan Slusser reported on Monday that San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Landen Roupp (knee) is unlikely to pitch again for the team this season. Roupp was placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to August 21 with left knee inflammation and the team does not want to rush him back. The 26-year-old pitched […]

Carson Whisenhunt Could Be Nearing Return From Injured List

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Carson Whisenhunt (back) could be ready to return from the 15-day injured list soon, per SF Chronicle's Susan Slusser. Whisenhunt was placed on the IL retroactive to August 28 with a back strain. The 24-year-old prospect was not having the most successful first stint in the big leagues, going 2-1 […]

Luke Schoonmaker Clears Concussion Protocol

Dallas Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker (concussion) was not listed on the team's injury report Monday, which indicates that he has cleared concussion protocol and will play in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Schoonmaker was sidelined for nearly two weeks while recovering, and now, he's back just in time for the season opener. The […]

Dallas Goedert Healthy for Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (groin) was a full participant in Monday's practice. The team did not list him on the injury report, which indicates that he will play in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys, barring a setback. The 30-year-old is looking to bounce back after an underwhelming 2024 season resulted in him […]

Jerar Encarnacion Working Out With Triple-A Sacramento

SF Chronicle's Susan Slusser reported on Monday that San Francisco Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnacion (hamstring) is currently working out in Sacramento and could begin playing games with the Triple-A team by the end of the week. Encarnacion was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to August 7 with a right hamstring strain. The 27-year-old […]

A.T. Perry Healthy After Making Significant Progress

Denver Broncos wide receiver A.T. Perry (undisclosed) has made "quite a bit" of progress since being activated from the PUP list, head coach Sean Payton told members of the media, including Luca Evans of the Denver Post. Perry didn't make the Broncos' initial 53-man roster, but he was brought back onto the practice squad. Plus, […]

Marvin Mims Jr. Returns to Practice Monday

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (groin) returned to practice on Monday, as expected. This falls in line with previous comments from head coach Sean Payton, who said Mims' groin injury was minor and that he would practice on Labor Day. Fans and fantasy managers can exhale a sigh of relief as the Broncos' […]

Andrew Heaney Signs Minor-League Deal With Dodgers Monday

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed right-handed pitcher Andrew Heaney to a minor-league deal on Monday, per the Athletic's Fabian Ardaya. Heaney started the 2025 season well in the Pirates' rotation, but ended with a 5-10 record, a 5.39 ERA, a 1.36 WHIP, and a 16.0% strikeout rate in 120 1/3 innings pitched before being released. […]

Mitch Farris Making Big-League Debut Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels left-handed pitcher Mitch Farris will make his big-league debut on Tuesday with a start against the Royals, per SoCal News Group's Jeff Fletcher. The 22-year-old was called up from Double-A Rocket City on Monday. Farris is not currently in the Angels' top 30 prospects, per MLB Pipeline. He has put together serviceable […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Carted Off Monday With Knee Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (knee) was carted off the field in Monday's 7-5 extra-inning loss to the Rangers with knee pain/discomfort, per manager Torey Lovullo. Gurriel Jr. was getting out of the way of a Blaze Alexander sliding catch in the outfield in the sixth inning when he went down without contact. Luvollo […]

Tez Johnson Could Contribute Immediately

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tez Johnson could carve out a role on offense as early as Week 1 this season. The rookie out of Oregon could see opportunities to contribute right away with Chris Godwin (ankle) and Jalen McMillan (neck) temporarily sidelined. We saw Tampa Bay support three fantasy-relevant receivers at times last year, […]

Kalel Mullings Headed for Backup Role if Healthy

Tennessee Titans running back Kalel Mullings (ankle) is a strong candidate to operate as the team's No. 2 running back if he's healthy enough to play in Sunday's season opener against the Denver Broncos. There's a void on the depth chart behind Tony Pollard now that Tyjae Spears (ankle) has been placed on injured reserve, […]

Will Howard Likely Headed for QB3 Role When Healthy

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard (hand) remains in line to operate as the team's No. 3 quarterback once he's healthy enough to play. For now, Howard will miss the first four games of the regular season after being placed on injured reserve. However, once Pittsburgh activates him, he should replace Skylar Thompson as the third-string […]

Xavier Restrepo Still Has Dynasty Value Despite Being Cut

Tennessee Titans practice squad wide receiver Xavier Restrepo remains an intriguing stash in deeper dynasty leagues. Although Restrepo didn't make the Titans' 53-man roster, there are still reasons to be optimistic about his future in Tennessee. First of all, he was a priority target for the Titans as they filled out their practice squad, which […]

Efton Chism III Not a Reliable Option Despite Strong Summer

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Efton Chism III made the 53-man roster after a terrific preseason, and he could carve out a role as a physical pass-catching option over the middle of the field with the ability to rack up yards after the catch. However, he'll still need to earn opportunities in the Patriots' […]

Jason Adam Diagnosed With Ruptured Left Quadriceps Tendon

San Diego Padres reliever Jason Adam (quadriceps) ruptured his left quadriceps tendon in a 4-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, manager Mike Shildt announced. Adam's leg buckled, causing him to collapse, after Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson hit a ground ball up the middle in the top of the seventh inning. The right-hander was […]

Damien Martinez Faces Uphill Battle to Productivity

Seattle Seahawks running back Damien Martinez is unlikely to have much fantasy value this season after he was cut from the 53-man roster at the end of the preseason. Martinez did sign with the Seahawks' practice squad and could sign with any team's roster at any point, but even then, he'd likely occupy a depth […]

Javonte Williams - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Picks for Week 1 (2025)

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ team PPR leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3/FLEX option ANALYSIS: The Dallas Cowboys signed running back Javonte Williams in the offseason to lead the backfield after they let former 1,000-yard rusher Rico Dowdle sign with the Carolina Panthers. In 2023, Williams served as the primary back in Denver but was inefficient, totaling […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Javonte Williams, Miles Sanders, Jaydon Blue Outlooks

The NFL season kicks off on Thursday night, as the Dallas Cowboys head on the road to face the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. The NFC East contest will be one of the most anticipated games of the season, as fantasy managers get their first look at the new faces joining their rosters. Potentially the most […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Xavier Worthy, Jakobi Meyers, Jaylen Waddle Outlooks

As fantasy football drafts wind down, it’s time to shift our focus toward Week 1 lineups. Many analysts and casual fantasy football players seemed to agree that the wide receiver position was very deep. While that’s great for drafting, it can become a real pain when setting lineups. Several receivers in play for gamers in […]