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Mike Trout Takes 30 Swings, Runs, Feels "Great"
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (hamstring) said he took 30 swings on Saturday -- 15 off a tee and 15 flips -- and said it felt "great," according to Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register. Trout also said he ran at around 50% intensity. The 34-year-old three-time MVP started doing baseball activities earlier this week and has been progressing, but he's not quite ready to face live pitching or go on a minor-league rehab assignment. He said that he's unlikely to participate in the Home Run Derby during the mid-July All-Star break, but he remains hopeful that he'll be cleared in time to take part in the Midsummer Classic. That means that barring a setback, Trout could come off the 10-day injured list in early July. The 11-time All-Star and nine-time Silver Slugger has not been able to stay healthy in recent seasons and is no longer the five-category stud he was in the prime of his career, but he has been pretty productive for fantasy managers in 2026, slashing .234/.394/.472 with an .866 OPS, 17 homers, 36 RBI, 54 runs scored, and seven steals across 74 games. He needs to remain stashed in all fantasy leagues.
Source: The Orange County Register - Jeff Fletcher
Source: The Orange County Register - Jeff Fletcher
Heliot Ramos Expected to Return on Sunday
San Francisco Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos (quad) is expected to be activated off the Injured List ahead of Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Ramos has been sidelined since May 15 due to a right quad strain. In his absence, Bryce Eldridge has been slugging the ball at designated hitter, while Casey Schmitt has looked solid in left field. According to Justice delos Santos, Ramos is expected to play right field when he returns. This season, Ramos is slashing .267/.307/.424 with four home runs and 20 RBI across 44 games. He's someone worth scooping up off the waiver wire for fantasy managers in need of an outfield bat.
Source: Justice De Los Santos
Source: Justice De Los Santos
Cam Smith Exits Early During Saturday's Game
Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith (foot) was unable to finish Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Smith fouled a ball off his foot, but stayed in the game and actually homered during the at-bat. He attempted to stay in the game, but Smith was ultimately replaced by Joey Loperfido in the seventh inning. Before exiting, Smith went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in the win over Detroit. It sounds like his exit was precautionary, and Smith should be available for Sunday's series finale. Fantasy managers should check back ahead of Sunday's game for another update.
Source: Chandler Rome
Source: Chandler Rome
Jacob Wilson is Available off the Bench on Saturday
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (shoulder) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Wilson is on the bench for the third straight game while he recovers from a left shoulder injury. A's manager Mark Kotsay did mention that Wilson is available off the bench during this game. The indication that Wilson is available off the bench should mean that he'll be back in the lineup as early as Sunday. It doesn't sound like Wilson is going to require a stint on the Injured List because of this issue. Alika Williams will draw at least one more start at shortstop during Saturday's contest.
Source: Michael Huntley
Source: Michael Huntley
Teoscar Hernandez Likely to Return on Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the Injured List ahead of Monday's game against the Athletics, according to manager Dave Roberts. Hernandez has been sidelined since late May due to a hamstring injury. It sounds like the team plans to limit Hernandez upon his return. Ryan Ward and Alex Call should lose playing time, but they should still get opportunities, with Hernandez only playing three or four times a week. Even with limited at-bats, Hernandez offers enough upside with the bat to warrant rostering in most fantasy formats.
Source: Fabian Ardaya
Source: Fabian Ardaya
Miguel Ullola Called Up to Majors
Houston Astros pitcher Miguel Ullola has been recalled to the big league roster on Saturday. Ullola will make his first trip to the big league roster in his career. As a starting pitcher, Ullola has struggled with a 6.21 ERA across 10 starts with Triple-A Sugar Land. They decided to shift him to the bullpen, which has turned out to be a good decision. Since moving to the bullpen, Ullola owns a 2.70 ERA with 16 strikeouts across 10 innings. The assumption is that he'll be used in the big league bullpen, which won't result in much fantasy value. Fantasy managers in deep leagues should keep Ullola on their radar in case he does end up in the rotation.
Source: Chandler Rome
Source: Chandler Rome
Jorge Polanco Starting Rehab Assignment on Saturday
New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco (Achilles, ankle), who hasn't played in a game for the Mets since April 14, is expected to start a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic. In addition to an ongoing Achilles issue, Polanco was pulled off his original rehab assignment due to soreness in his ankle. The 32-year-old switch-hitting Dominican infielder is ready to test out his ankle again, and if he can avoid another setback, he could be back with the Mets at some point late next week. Once Polanco returns to the big-league lineup, he's expected to be eased in as the primary designated hitter for New York. In his 13th major-league season, Polanco was hitting just .179 (10-for-56) with a homer, two RBI, five walks, and 11 strikeouts in his first 14 games with the Mets before landing on the injured list. When right, Polanco can provide decent pop with second and third base eligibility. The Mets' offense could surely use the help. Polanco is rostered in only 19% of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon
Has Theo Johnson's Dynasty Stock Fallen Too Far?
Across 15 games in 2025, New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson recorded 45 catches for 528 yards and five touchdowns on 74 targets. Despite the solid production, Johnson's dynasty value has plummeted over the offseason following the Giants' free agent acquisition of former Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. New York's financial commitment to Likely and Likely's familiarity with new Giants head coach John Harbaugh both indicate that Johnson is most likely the team's TE2 entering 2026. Still, Johnson remains an intriguing young player with some production upside and established chemistry with Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart. New York also has significant questions in its wide receiver room outside of Malik Nabers (knee), which could lead the team to utilize multiple-tight-end personnel regularly. In dynasty formats, managers should be willing to take a flier on Johnson as a buy-low depth piece.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Kyle Monangai May Be Undervalued by Current Redraft ADP
A seventh-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai recorded 947 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 187 touches across 17 games. Monangai split backfield work with Bears veteran D'Andre Swift in 2025, and both backs remain on Chicago's roster entering 2026. While Swift's presence could continue to limit Monangai's workload ceiling, Monangai profiles as the more physical downhill rusher of the two and may take on a larger early-down and goal-line role in his second NFL season. Even if the Bears continue to operate with a backfield split in the short term, 2026 is Swift's final season under contract with Chicago. If the competition between the two backs is close, it would not be surprising to see the Bears' coaching staff push more onto the plate of Monangai. Given Monangai's status as an up-and-coming back in a strong Chicago running game, he may be undervalued by redraft ADP as the RB33.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cole Ragans to Have Elbow Surgery Next Wednesday
Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans (elbow) will have elbow surgery on Wednesday, July 1, with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The extent of the surgery will be determined once ElAttrache gets inside to see exactly what's going on with Ragans' elbow. We'll have a better idea of Ragans' timetable for a return next Wednesday, but it's possible that he won't be able to return for the rest of the 2026 season and the first half of next year. The 28-year-old southpaw initially landed on the 15-day injured list in early May with an elbow impingement, and he has since been moved to the 60-day IL. He's still rostered in 74% of Yahoo leagues, but that number could be dropping drastically if his elbow surgery next week is season-ending. Even if his elbow procedure is minimal, we probably won't see Ragans until at least August. The former 30th overall pick by the Texas Rangers in 2016 was a first-time All-Star in 2024, but he's made just 21 starts since the start of the 2025 campaign due to injuries. Ragans had a 4.84 ERA and 1.41 WHIP in his eight starts in 2026 before elbow issues cropped up, but he also fanned 45 in 35 1/3 innings pitched.
Source: MLB.com - Anne Rogers
Source: MLB.com - Anne Rogers
Wyatt Langford Scratched on Saturday With Hamstring Tightness
Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (hamstring) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Saturday night's game in Toronto against the Blue Jays due to tightness in his left hamstring, according to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. With Langford starting on the bench, Jarred Kelenic got the start in left field and is hitting sixth against Blue Jays right-hander Dylan Cease. It's yet another injury for Langford, who continues to deal with nagging injuries of all kinds. It's unclear how serious his hamstring injury is, though, so for now, we'll consider the right-handed slugger day-to-day. Fantasy managers will need to check back on Sunday to see if Langford is active for the series finale at the Rogers Centre. Since returning from a forearm injury on June 5, Langford has been money for fantasy managers, going 26-for-82 (.317) with seven home runs, five doubles, 16 RBI, 14 runs scored, and three stolen bases in 20 games played. When healthy, the former fourth overall pick in 2023 out of the University of Florida is one of the better young power/speed outfield options in the game.
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Skyler Bell Emerging as a Sneaky Redraft Sleeper?
After recording 101 catches for 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns across 13 games in his final collegiate season at UConn, wide receiver Skyler Bell was selected in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills. Entering his rookie season, Bell will be part of a crowded wide receiver room in Buffalo and is not guaranteed to emerge as a regular contributor. However, outside of veteran DJ Moore and steady slot wideout Khalil Shakir, the Bills do not have any wideouts who are definitively ahead of Bell on the depth chart. With a strong showing in training camp and the preseason, Bell could establish himself as a favorite target of star Bills quarterback Josh Allen. As the 83rd wide receiver off the board by ADP, Bell is a sneaky sleeper for redraft fantasy managers to target.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Should Dynasty Managers Look to Sell High on Adonai Mitchell?
New York Jets wide receiver Adonai Mitchell put together the best stretch of his young career in the second half of the 2025 season after New York acquired him from the Indianapolis Colts. Across eight games with the Jets, Mitchell hauled in 24 catches for 301 yards and two touchdowns on 58 targets. However, Mitchell will be facing significantly increased competition for targets in 2026. Star Jets wideout Garrett Wilson will be back from the knee injury that forced him to miss 10 games in 2025. New York also added a pair of high-profile young pass catchers in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft in wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. and tight end Kenyon Sadiq. The Jets should get improved quarterback play this season from veteran quarterback Geno Smith, but the team's overall offensive ecosystem remains highly questionable. In dynasty formats, managers may want to explore selling high on Mitchell ahead of potential regression in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Darnell Washington a Useful Depth Stash for Dynasty Managers?
Across 16 games (13 starts) in 2025, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington recorded 31 catches for 364 yards and a touchdown on 43 targets. While Washington's numbers won't jump off the page for fantasy managers, he's slowly become more involved in the Steelers' passing game in each season since being drafted in the third round by the team in 2024. Pittsburgh also made a significant commitment to the 24-year-old this offseason, signing him to a four-year, $42 million contract extension. Pat Freiermuth still profiles as the top receiving tight end in Pittsburgh entering 2026, but the team let tight ends Jonnu Smith and Connor Heyward walk in free agency. In deeper dynasty leagues, Washington could be a buy-low target with some untapped upside for fantasy managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Rome Odunze Undervalued in Redraft Leagues Entering 2026?
Across 12 games in 2025, Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (foot) recorded 44 catches for 661 yards and six touchdowns on 90 targets. The 24-year-old's campaign was disrupted by a late-season foot injury that forced him to miss the final five games of the regular season. Odunze was able to return for Chicago's two postseason contests, but he mentioned during OTAs that he's still dealing with lingering effects of the foot ailment. While Odunze's injury concerns are unquestionably worrisome, it may also be creating a buy-low window for fantasy managers. Following Chicago's offseason trade of wideout DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills, Odunze appears to be the WR1 in an improving Bears offense. However, he's currently coming off the board as the WR28 by average draft position in redraft leagues. Odunze's profile has risk, but his upside may be worth gambling on in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Caleb Kilian Remains a Priority Waiver Wire-Target for Saves in San Francisco
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian had a rough outing in his most recent appearance against the Athletics on Thursday, allowing four earned runs for his second blown save of the year. However, the 29-year-old has been one of San Francisco's most reliable relievers overall this season, pitching to a 3.97 ERA and 1.26 WHIP with 40 strikeouts and five saves across 34 innings (33 games). Kilian has boosted his average fastball velocity to a career-best 96.9 miles per hour and has struck out 27.6% of the batters he's faced this season. Before his blowup against the A's, Kilian had recorded nine consecutive scoreless appearances. Kilian remains the most likely source of saves on the Giants roster and should be a priority target on the waiver wire in leagues where he is available.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Willi Castro's Versatility Makes Him a Priority Waiver-Wire Target Amidst June Surge
Across 275 plate appearances in 2026, Colorado Rockies utility man Willi Castro is hitting .280/.353/.407 with six home runs, 33 RBI, 36 runs scored, and six stolen bases. The 29-year-old has been on a tear in June, hitting .316 with four home runs and 14 RBI across 93 plate appearances this month. With just a 5.6% barrel rate, Castro does not profile as a significant power source for fantasy managers. Still, the veteran switch-hitter has a balanced profile at the plate that allows him to provide modest production across the other four categories. Castro also offers multi-positional eligibility, and his hitter-friendly home park in Colorado helps boost his abilities at the plate. In deeper league formats, Castro should be a priority waiver wire target for fantasy managers due to his versatility.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jacob Wilson Worth Targeting on the Waiver Wire Amidst Ongoing Shoulder Issues?
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (shoulder) has battled injury issues in 2026. After being placed on the injured list in early May due to a shoulder subluxation, Wilson re-injured the same shoulder on a play at the plate on Wednesday and has not played since. The Athletics have not yet placed Wilson on the injured list, so there's hope that he can make a quick return to the lineup. Across 214 plate appearances in 2026, Wilson is hitting .277/.310/.386 with four home runs, 26 RBI, 23 runs scored, and two stolen bases. The 24-year-old's carrying category in fantasy is batting average, but his strikeout rate has risen from 7.5% in 2025 to 11.7% this season. Still, Wilson hit .311 with 13 home runs across 523 plate appearances a year ago and carries some upside if he can get healthy over the second half of the season. Fantasy managers in need of batting average may have an opportunity to add Wilson off the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Colt Emerson a Must-Add Waiver-Wire Target Ahead of Second-Half Breakout?
Since being promoted to the big leagues in mid-May, Seattle Mariners infielder Colt Emerson has emerged as his team's everyday shortstop. Across 116 plate appearances, the 20-year-old is hitting .212/.293/.481 with seven home runs, 17 RBI, 15 runs scored, and one stolen base. Emerson's underlying metrics are a bit concerning, as his strikeout rate (31.9%) is higher than his hard-hit rate (31.3%). Still, Emerson has gotten to some power at the MLB level, and he's widely considered one of the top prospects in all of baseball. Emerson stole 10 bases across 38 games at Triple-A before his promotion, so he has some untapped speed potential once he starts getting on base more consistently. Given his upside, Emerson profiles as a worthy waiver wire target despite some of his early struggles in the big leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Mickey Moniak Carries High-End Power Potential on the Waiver Wire
Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak missed a month after being placed on the injured list with ankle tendinitis in late May. However, the 28-year-old was reinstated by Colorado on Monday and has jumped back into a big-side platoon role for the Rockies. Moniak has been highly productive so far this season, hitting .275/.328/.581 with 12 home runs, 29 RBI, 22 runs scored, and one stolen base across 174 plate appearances. The 28-year-old owns a 12.7% barrel rate in 2026, and he's mashed right-handed pitchers to a .976 OPS. Moniak's playing time ceiling is limited by his platoon role, which holds down his fantasy value. Still, Moniak profiles as a valuable power source when he's in the lineup, and his favorable home park in Colorado helps boost his overall numbers. Fantasy managers in need of power should target Moniak on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Shane Bieber Remains a Waiver-Wire Target Despite Rough First Outing
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber had the start of his 2026 season delayed by an elbow issue, but he was able to return to the mound for Toronto on Tuesday. The 31-year-old struggled in his first outing of the year, allowing nine hits and four earned runs across 3 2/3 innings against the Houston Astros. Bieber was not much better in his minor league rehab outings before returning to the big leagues, allowing 13 earned runs across 17 innings (five starts). Still, Bieber was effective in a small sample size for Toronto in 2025, recording a 4-2 record with a 3.57 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, and 37 strikeouts across 40 1/3 innings (seven starts). Bieber's average fastball velocity of 92 miles per hour in his first start of 2026 is right in line with where he sat last season. Fantasy managers should not expect Bieber to provide the same production he once did at his peak, but the veteran right-hander still profiles as a quality waiver wire target.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jesus Sanchez Hits Injured List With Ankle Sprain
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jesus Sanchez (ankle) has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right ankle sprain. The news came shortly after the 28-year-old underwent X-rays and an MRI, with both examinations revealing no structural damage or fractures. Still, manager John Schneider revealed on Saturday that the outfielder was very sore a day after injuring himself while making a leaping catch in the outfield. With the pain proving too much to overcome, Toronto will be without Sanchez's services for at least the next 10 days, though there is no word on whether this will be a minimal stay. As part of the corresponding move, Yohendrick Pinango was recalled by the Blue Jays and will provide Toronto with additional depth in the outfield. The 24-year-old is batting eighth and starting in left field on Saturday.
Source: Arden Zwelling
Source: Arden Zwelling
Jesus Sanchez MRI Reveals No Fracture
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jesus Sanchez (ankle) underwent an MRI on Saturday to determine the severity of the ankle injury he sustained on Friday night. With both the X-rays and MRI coming back negative, he and the Blue Jays will now work to determine the next steps toward getting him back on the field. It is still possible that he will require a trip to the injured list, as manager John Schneider revealed that it remains an option. Regardless, the results are encouraging, as everything is structurally sound, and his return will largely depend on his pain tolerance. Once the soreness subsides, the team should have a better idea of how to proceed, but for now, consider him day-to-day.
Source: Arden Zwelling
Source: Arden Zwelling
Romy Gonzalez Could be Activated on Sunday
Boston Red Sox second baseman Romy Gonzalez (shoulder) could be activated on Sunday, according to manager Chad Tracy. The 29-year-old had targeted Saturday for his return, but that timeline will ultimately fall short, possibly by just one day if things go according to plan. After suffering a shoulder injury last season, it was determined that he would need surgery to address the issue following a setback this past winter. He has yet to play this season, and given the bevy of injuries the team has endured, the Red Sox could certainly use his bat as a boost. He has struggled to the tune of just two hits over 21 plate appearances during his rehab assignment, though he has limited the damage by striking out only six times. He is worth rostering in the deepest of leagues, with the potential to provide even more value if he can recapture last season's success.
Source: Ian Browne
Source: Ian Browne
Teoscar Hernandez is Mashing on his Rehab Assignment
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) has homered in each of his three games with Triple-A Oklahoma City to begin his minor-league rehab assignment. The 33-year-old outfielder started this rehab assignment earlier in the week while recovering from a left hamstring strain and has turned all three of his base hits during that span into home runs. He now sports a solid .273 batting average while striking out just once. Considering how well he is swinging the bat, and with previous reports suggesting he could be reinstated as early as Monday, it appears that he is all but ready to make his return to the Dodgers' lineup. Through 51 games this season, the 11-year veteran is hitting .276 with seven home runs and 31 RBI.
Source: Minor League Baseball
Source: Minor League Baseball
Kade Anderson Won't Get Promoted Until the Stretch Run?
The Seattle Mariners have floated the idea of creating a "super 'pen" for the stretch run late in the season, perhaps featuring promotions for pitching prospects Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan, according to Adam Jude of The Seattle Times. Anderson, the former third overall pick in 2025 out of Louisiana State University and the team's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has dominated this year at Double-A Arkansas, going 8-0 with a stingy 1.22 ERA, 0.70 WHIP, and 99:10 K:BB in 66 2/3 innings across his 13 starts. It was reported in mid-June that the 21-year-old southpaw wasn't in Seattle's immediate plans for a big-league call-up, and this report by Jude corroborates that we probably won't see Anderson make his MLB debut until much later in 2026. He's currently rostered in 12% of Yahoo leagues, but fantasy managers in mixed redraft leagues won't have much incentive to hold him now, especially since he might not even pitch in a starting role if he joins the M's for the stretch run. But in dynasty/keeper leagues, Anderson is a must-stash for his clear high-end upside for 2027 and beyond.
Source: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude
Source: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude
Christian Scott Activated and Starting Against Phillies
The New York Mets announced on Saturday that they reinstated right-hander Christian Scott (hip) from the 15-day injured list and optioned rookie left-hander Zach Thornton to Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. Scott is returning to the Mets' starting rotation after a brief stint due to right hip impingement. The 27-year-old former fifth-rounder in 2021 out of the University of Florida isn't returning to the most fantasy-friendly matchup, but he should certainly be in play as a waiver-wire pickup for starting-pitching-needy fantasy managers. In his return from Tommy John surgery this year, Scott has looked solid in his first nine starts for the Mets, going 2-0 with a 3.10 ERA (3.84 FIP) and 1.35 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 19 walks in 40 2/3 innings pitched in his second season in the big leagues. The Phillies as a team rank just 22nd in the majors with a .703 OPS, but they have been heating up and won't be an easy matchup for Scott in his return. He's only rostered in 17% of Yahoo leagues, so he's widely available as a pitching reinforcement heading into the last portion of the first half of the season.
Source: New York Mets
Source: New York Mets
Jack Flaherty to Officially Return on Sunday Against Astros
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty (ankle) will officially come off the 15-day injured list to start on Sunday in the series finale against the Houston Astros at Comerica Park, manager A.J. Hinch told Jared Ramsey of the Detroit Free Press. Flaherty has been sidelined since June 13 with an injury to a tendon in his ankle. The 30-year-old veteran has had a frustrating season to this point, leading the league with eight losses while posting a 5.35 ERA (4.09 FIP) and 1.57 WHIP with 78 strikeouts and 34 walks in 65 2/3 innings pitched over his 15 starts in his second year in Detroit. Flaherty sits in just the fourth percentile in hard-hit rate this year, but he's in the 73rd percentile in strikeout rate and didn't allow more than three earned runs in any of his last five starts before going on the IL with his ankle injury. His xERA (4.64) and xwOBA (.334) suggest he's had some bad luck in the first half as well, so Flaherty shouldn't just be blindly avoided in fantasy leagues because of his eight losses and ERA over 5.00.
Source: Detroit Free Press - Jared Ramsey
Source: Detroit Free Press - Jared Ramsey
Ricky Pearsall Projected to Start Opposite Future Hall of Famer
When the San Francisco 49ers have two wide receivers on the field this year, it will likely be Ricky Pearsall across from future Hall of Famer and newcomer Mike Evans, according to Kyle Madson of Niners Wire. Health is obviously a major question mark for Pearsall, who has played in only 20 games due to injuries in his first two years in the NFL, but he's one of the team's two best receivers if he's healthy. The 25-year-old former 31st overall pick in 2024 out of the University of Florida has caught 67 of his 99 targets for 928 yards and three touchdowns in his first two years in the league, averaging 13.9 yards per reception. Jauan Jennings is now in Minnesota, and former first-rounder Brandon Aiyuk (knee) is expected to be traded or released this summer. Veteran Christian Kirk should handle slot duties, but Pearsall is the team's clear No. 2 if he's on the field. Pearsall should be set for the highest usage of his career in Year 3 if he can avoid injuries. Fantasy managers should consider him a high-risk/high-reward WR4/flex in upcoming 2026 drafts. At RotoBaller, Pearsall is ranked as the No. 41 fantasy WR.
Source: Niners Wire - Kyle Madson
Source: Niners Wire - Kyle Madson
Isiah Pacheco the Clear RB2 in Detroit
The Detroit Lions have made it clear that running back Jahmyr Gibbs will be their bell-cow back in 2026, which means that newcomer Isiah Pacheco must prepare for a backup role in his new digs, according to Kory Woods of MLive Media Group. Pacheco, who won two Super Bowls with the Kansas City Chiefs, signed a one-year deal with Detroit to replace David Montgomery, who was traded to the Houston Texans in early March. The 27-year-old former seventh-rounder in 2022 out of Rutgers started 31 of 34 games in the last three seasons in KC, but he's preparing for a much different role in Detroit. He's looking at a drastically reduced role in the Lions' backfield, especially after dealing with injuries in recent seasons. Pacheco missed nine games in 2024 with a broken right fibula and missed a month with an MCL sprain in 2024. In his first two years in the league, Pacheco averaged at least 4.6 yards per carry, but that number has dropped to 3.8 yards per attempt the last two years. Pacheco is committed to his new role behind Gibbs, but he has tumbled to No. 44 in RotoBaller's RB rankings for the 2026 campaign, making him more of a handcuff for Gibbs' managers.
Source: MLive Media Group - Kory Woods
Source: MLive Media Group - Kory Woods
