December 1, 2025
Brooklyn Nets forward
Noah Clowney (hip) is available for Monday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. He's listed on the injury report because of a sore left hip. Fortunately, it isn't enough to keep him off the floor for the first time this season. The 21-year-old has averaged a career-high 12.1 points with 3.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists. While that won't make him an everyday fantasy option, he has a much higher upside than mostly everyone on the roster. Granted,
Michael Porter Jr. (back) will return from a two-game absence, which could cause a dip in Clowney's production. However, he can still get something going for fantasy managers, especially since Brooklyn will face Charlotte, one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie first-round running back
Omarion Hampton (ankle) has already resumed practicing with the team and could make his return for a Monday night showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14. "We opened his window, and we certainly wouldn't have done that 21-day window if he wasn't close. I feel like he's been on track, and we'll let the week play out again," head coach Jim Harbaugh said when asked about Hampton's timeline for a return. The 22-year-old was limited in practice last week, and he might need a full practice this week to be cleared to play next Monday for the first time since he fractured his ankle in Week 5 against the Washington Commanders. The North Carolina product could split backfield duties with
Kimani Vidal upon his return, but eventually, Hampton should be the Bolts' clear lead back. Hampton should not be on the waiver wire in any fantasy football leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Daniel Popper
December 1, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston rebounded from his Week 11 goose egg by scoring on the opening drive on Sunday, helping the Bolts beat the Las Vegas Raiders 31-14. Johnston finished with three catches for 23 yards and a touchdown. It was encouraging to see him involved early in the red zone, but the passing game took a hit after
Justin Herbert injured his hand, and the Chargers relied heavily on the ground game to dominate the Raiders. Next Monday night, the Philadelphia Eagles enter with a top-10 secondary despite recent struggles. If Herbert, who is scheduled for surgery today, can't play, the entire passing attack could suffer as backup
Trey Lance would step in. Philly just allowed 281 rushing yards to Chicago, so the Chargers could again lean on the run. With QB uncertainty and a tough matchup, expectations for all Chargers wide receivers, including Johnston, should be lowered.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
December 1, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (adductor) is good to go for Monday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. The former MVP is managing a left adductor injury but will remain in the lineup for tonight's tilt. He finished with 29 points on Saturday against Brooklyn and missed a double-double by just two rebounds despite playing just 19 minutes. In his first meeting with the Wizards this campaign, Antetokounmpo went for a 37-point, 14-rebound double-double in just 27 minutes and he should be fresh for this evening after limited action in his last outing.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Milwaukee Bucks
December 1, 2025
Minnesota Wild forward Danila Yurov (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Edmonton Oilers and is day-to-day, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. Due to Minnesota's large number of injuries, Yurov has recently skated on the top line. He has tallied seven points (three goals, four assists) in 21 games during his rookie year. Ryan Hartman will move to the first line on Tuesday. His fantasy value gets a big boost from this, although Hartman has been a disappointment this season. Across 22 appearances, he has managed only four goals and eight points. Five of his points came in his first 10 outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: Michael Russo
December 1, 2025
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (back) will play on Monday night versus the Charlotte Hornets after missing the previous two contests due to lower back tightness. The former Nugget is having easily the best year of his career, averaging 24.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists. His shooting percentage from deep is at an all-time low. However, Porter has made up for it with his contributions in all statistical areas. With that in mind, Porter is a must-start in any fantasy setup, especially against one of the worst defensive clubs in the National Basketball Association.
Ziaire Williams, who started in the last two games, may head back to the bench, although that may not happen, considering
Terance Mann (rib) won't suit up.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
Veteran free-agent wide receiver
Elijah Moore visited the Denver Broncos on Monday, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Moore became the odd-man out last week and was waived by the Buffalo Bills after the team signed veteran wideout
Brandin Cooks. The 25-year-old played in nine games with Buffalo this year and caught nine passes for 112 yards on 17 targets while adding six carries for 24 yards and a touchdown. Landing in Denver wouldn't exactly be the ideal spot to suddenly put Moore back on the fantasy radar for the remainder of 2025. The Broncos already have a pretty crowded WR room that includes
Courtland Sutton,
Troy Franklin, rookie
Pat Bryant,
Marvin Mims Jr., and
Lil'Jordan Humphrey. Moore remains off the fantasy radar for now.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
December 1, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Sam Merrill (hand) will be out of action on Monday against the Indiana Pacers. Merrill will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a sprained right hand, and there isn't a timetable for his return. Cleveland's backcourt will be very short-handed this evening, with
Lonzo Ball (illness) and
Darius Garland (rest) also sidelined.
Jaylon Tyson should be considered a solid streaming option, as he will get more scoring opportunities with more time on the floor.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Ladd McConkey caught four passes for 39 yards and one touchdown, leading the team with six targets during their 31-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. With
Justin Herbert managing a fractured non-throwing hand sustained early in the game, the Chargers relied heavily on the run game. They kept most throws short behind PFF's league-worst offensive line, limiting big-play opportunities for all Bolts' receivers. Still, McConkey's continued involvement in the red zone is encouraging. Next Monday night, a top-10 secondary from the Philadelphia Eagles awaits, and Herbert's status remains uncertain. If
Trey Lance starts, all pass catchers could see reduced production. However, Philly's defense has been notably vulnerable to slot receivers, giving McConkey a potential upside as the most natural fit to exploit their weakness.
--Don FanelliSource: NFL
December 1, 2025
The Green Bay Packers are opening the 21-day practice window for running back
MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) this week, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. It means that Lloyd can return from Injured Reserve at any time. The 24-year-old former third-round pick out of USC in 2024 hasn't played all year due to a hamstring injury that he suffered in the preseason in August. The Packers had high hopes for Lloyd in their backfield when they drafted the 5-foot-9, 220-pounder, but injuries have limited him to just one game since he entered the league. Lloyd worked on his body during the time off, but it remains to be seen when he'll make his 2025 debut. He will most likely be eased into Green Bay's backfield alongside
Emanuel Wilson and
Chris Brooks behind starter
Josh Jacobs, but he could be a valuable, explosive change-of-pace weapon in the postseason if he's healthy.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
December 1, 2025
Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (undisclosed) will miss a third straight game on Tuesday against the Detroit Red Wings. He didn't travel with the team and remains day-to-day. In 25 outings, Pastrnak has racked up 11 goals and 18 assists this season. The Bruins have promoted Alex Steeves to the first line during Pastrnak's absence. Steeves has yet to make a significant impact, going scoreless and recording only two shots on goal in the two games Pastrnak has missed. While Pastrnak will remain out on Tuesday, Boston may have Viktor Arvidsson (lower body) back in the lineup, which would give the offense a boost.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 1, 2025
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (adductor) won't play on Monday night against the Bucks. The 2024 No. 2 overall pick has had a quality 2025 campaign, averaging 19.1 points, 8.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2.0 blocks, all career-highs. He missed two games over a week ago because of a toe injury, although, this time, he'll be sidelined due to adductor soreness. Sarr's next chance to suit up will be on Tuesday versus the Philadelphia 76ers. In the meantime,
Marvin Bagley III, who had 13 points, seven boards, three steals, and one block in his only start this season, is the favorite to replace Sarr in the rotation, making him an attractive fantasy commodity for those in need of a temporary streaming option.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback
Jalen Hurts has run the ball at a much lower clip this year than in previous seasons, and that could continue to be the case in 2025. "We're always thinking about how to protect Jalen and make sure that he is healthy for the long haul. Different plans have different reasons of why you run different things, and like I said, we will do everything we need to do to help this offense get rolling," head coach Nick Sirianni said when asked if Hurts' rushing attempts are down because he doesn't want to do it as much. Through 12 games this year, Hurts has 84 rushing attempts for 329 yards and eight TDs. In comparison, he ran the ball 150 times for 630 yards and 14 rushing scores in 15 regular-season games in 2024. Philly is near the bottom of the league with 108.5 rushing yards per game this year, but it sounds like they will continue to limit Hurts' rushing opportunities as they prioritize his health. Despite not having as many rushing opportunities, Hurts has been the QB5 in overall fantasy points thanks to 27 total touchdowns (19 passing, eight rushing).
--Keith HernandezSource: Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
December 1, 2025
San Jose Sharks forward Adam Gaudette (illness) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup against the Utah Mammoth. He is battling an illness and could join fellow forwards Michael Misa (lower body) and Jeff Skinner (lower body) on the sidelines. Gaudette is tied for fourth on his squad with six goals and has managed eight points in 22 games. He had points in back-to-back games to wrap up November. Collin Graf or Philipp Kurashev could move to the second line if Gaudette is ruled out on Monday. Kurashev has been a more productive player of the two and is a better fantasy option.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 1, 2025
BYU Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake is reportedly the new top target for the Penn State head-coaching job, according to On3's Brett McMurphy, Pete Nakos, and Chris Low. Sitake has led the BYU program since 2016 and has tallied an 83-44 record, including three 11-win seasons. BYU is set to face Texas Tech in the Big 12 title game on Saturday in what could be a College Football Playoff play-in game for the Cougars. A BYU alum, Sitake has spent most of his coaching career in the state of Utah, so it would be an interesting fit in State College if he decides to make the move to the Big Ten to coach the Nittany Lions. Penn State fired James Franklin midseason after a three-game losing skid.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3 on X
December 1, 2025
Utah Mammoth center Logan Cooley (lower body) is considered a game-time decision for Monday's clash against the San Jose Sharks. The talented youngster was hurt during Saturday's loss to the St. Louis Blues, but he luckily escaped a serious injury. It appears likely that Cooley will play against San Jose, as he came through the morning skate without any issues. Cooley leads Utah with 23 points (14 goals, nine assists) in 26 games. If he is cleared to play, the 21-year-old will continue to hold a top-six role and a spot on the first power-play unit. Cooley has finished each of the first two meetings with the Sharks this season with one assist.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 1, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Josh Norris (upper body) will make his long-awaited return to the lineup in Monday's matchup against the Winnipeg Jets. He has been on the shelf for 25 games since suffering an upper-body injury during Buffalo's season opener on Oct. 9. The Sabres are expected to use Norris as the top-line center between Zach Benson and Tage Thompson. He will also join the first power-play unit. Norris makes his return in a juicy spot, as the Jets have struggled without Connor Hellebuyck (knee), allowing 3.6 goals per game across their last five outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 1, 2025
Detroit Lions tight end
Brock Wright (neck) remains sidelined for Monday's practice, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. Wright missed the Thanksgiving Day loss to the Green Bay Packers last Thursday with a tracheal injury and is looking at an extended absence. The 27-year-old is highly doubtful to suit up on Thursday night in Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys and could be in danger of missing the rest of the regular season. The Lions are very thin at the TE position, with
Sam LaPorta (back) on Injured Reserve.
Ross Dwelley saw a noticeable increase with a 75% snap share last Thursday, but both he and
Anthony Firkser combined for two catches and seven yards. Even with receiver
Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) potentially missing time, fantasy managers are better off avoiding both Dwelley and Firkser at the TE position.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN Dallas - Todd Archer
December 1, 2025
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk (lower body) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Monday versus the Buffalo Sabres. The Jets lost Pionk to a lower-body injury on Nov. 23 and will be without him for at least one more game. Pionk has registered five points (one goal, four assists), 43 shots, 36 blocks, and 42 hits in 21 outings this season. It's been a down year for Pionk, who has previously been a regular 30-point scorer. Elias Salomonsson and Luke Schenn have received playing opportunities during Pionk's absence. Schenn re-entered the lineup with a two-assist effort on Saturday against the Nashville Predators and is expected to remain on the second defensive pairing on Monday. Meanwhile, Colin Miller will continue to skate with the second power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 1, 2025
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver
George Pickens (calf, knee) was listed as limited on the team's practice report on Monday with calf and knee injuries, according to Todd Archer of ESPN. It's the second straight week that Pickens has been on Dallas' injury report with multiple injuries. The 24-year-old was working through calf and knee ailments last week, too, but he was ultimately cleared for the Thanksgiving Day win over the Kansas City Chiefs and caught six of a season-high 13 targets for 88 receiving yards. He took a back seat to teammate
CeeDee Lamb in that one, but he could easily bounce back for better production this Thursday night against a Lions defense that hasn't stopped much of anything in recent weeks. Fantasy managers should have Pickens locked into starting lineups in Week 14 for what should be a high-scoring affair.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN Dallas - Todd Archer
December 1, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Lonzo Ball (illness) won't play on Monday against the Indiana Pacers due to an illness. Ball also sat out Sunday's matchup with the Celtics.
Darius Garland (rest) and
Sam Merrill (hand) are sidelined as well, meaning
Craig Porter Jr. could absorb extra minutes off the bench. Fantasy managers could also look to
Jaylon Tyson for reliable offensive production as he will have an expanded role this evening.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud is set to have left wrist surgery, which will keep him out of action for six weeks. The 21-year-old rookie has struggled recently and now won't get an opportunity to start turning his season around until at least mid-January. Snuggerud has tallied five goals and 11 points in 26 games with the struggling Blues this season. On Monday, St. Louis also ruled out Alexey Toropchenko after he had suffered scalding burns to his legs in a home accident. With Pius Suter (lower body) already on the shelf, the Blues' top six and first power-play unit will feature Dalibor Dvorsky in Monday's game against the Anaheim Ducks. Oskar Sundqvist will also have additional fantasy value as a member of the top power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said that quarterback
Justin Herbert (hand) is undergoing surgery on his left (non-throwing) hand on Monday, according to Daniel Popper of The Athletic. Specifically, Herbert is having a metacarpal fracture fixed in his left hand, but the current plan is for the 27-year-old to be available to start next Monday against the visiting Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14. Herbert injured his hand early in Sunday's win over the Las Vegas Raiders, but he missed just nine plays in the first half before returning to finish with 151 yards passing, two touchdowns, and an interception on 20 attempts. We'll likely see Herbert wearing a protective glove on his left hand next Monday while also operating more out of the shotgun. Fantasy managers should probably be more worried about Herbert's lack of protection from his offensive line in the upcoming matchup against Philly's strong defensive front.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Daniel Popper
December 1, 2025
Houston Rockets center
Steven Adams (rest) will miss Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. Adams will have tonight's tilt off to rest after finishing with 13 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block across 17 minutes during a 129-101 win over the Jazz on Sunday.
Clint Capela will likely be assigned extra minutes with Adams out this evening. However, Capela shouldn't be viewed as a solid fantasy basketball option, as he is averaging just 3.6 points and 4.6 rebounds per contest this season.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon said on Monday that the team will not open quarterback
Kyler Murray's (foot) 21-day practice window this week, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Murray is eligible to come off Injured Reserve, but he's just not ready yet. The 28-year-old will not play in Week 14 against the division-rival Los Angeles Rams, and his next chance to play won't come until Sunday, Dec. 14, versus the hosting Houston Texans. Veteran
Jacoby Brissett has elevated Arizona's offense since Murray suffered a foot sprain in Week 5, so even when Murray is cleared from his injury, Brissett could remain as the starting QB for the rest of the season. Murray's injury and poor performance before he got hurt raise plenty of questions about his long-term future in the desert going into the offseason.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
December 1, 2025
After evaluating things over the weekend, Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said on Monday that offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo will continue to call the plays, according to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Patullo has come under the microscope in his first season calling plays for the Eagles after former OC Kellen Moore took the head-coaching job with the New Orleans Saints. Philly had another disappointing offensive performance in the 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears last Friday, and they have had 20-plus points in a game just once in the last four contests. If things don't turn around quickly, it seems likely that Patullo will be relieved of his play-calling duties before the end of the year. The Eagles head into a Week 14 game on the road in Los Angeles against the Chargers next Monday night.
--Keith HernandezSource: Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
December 1, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Darius Garland (rest) is unavailable for Monday's clash against the Indiana Pacers. Garland will have the second half of back-to-back games off to rest. The 25-year-old finished with 21 points, three rebounds and eight assists across 31 minutes during Sunday's 117-115 loss to the Celtics. With
Lonzo Ball (illness) also out of action, Cleveland's backcourt will have to turn to
Tyrese Proctor and Craig Porter to take on extra minutes during tonight's tilt.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
December 1, 2025
The Indianapolis Colts are not considering putting All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner (calf) on Injured Reserve at the moment, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN. Head coach Shane Steichen said that Gardner did not damage his Achilles in Sunday's loss to the Houston Texans, but his calf injury is expected to sideline him for an undetermined length of time. If the 25-year-old defensive back went on IR, he'd be required to miss at least four games. Overall, it's good news for Gardner, but the Colts are prepared for him to miss some time, potentially several weeks. In his three games in Indy since being acquired in a trade from the New York Jets, Gardner has 13 tackles (11 solo) and two pass breakups. The Colts' secondary will be more vulnerable this weekend for a huge divisional contest against the first-place Jacksonville Jaguars.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Stephen Holder
December 1, 2025
Buffalo Bills kicker
Tyler Bass (groin, hip) underwent surgery on his groin/hip and will not kick again this season, according to head coach Sean McDermott. Bass will end up missing the entire 2025 season and will close out the year on Injured Reserve. Veteran
Matt Prater has been filling in for Bass all year in Buffalo and has made 17 of his 19 field-goal attempts (89.5%) and 34 of his 37 extra-point tries in 12 games played. In fantasy football, Prater has been the No. 14 kicker in terms of overall points, and he'll definitely be in play for the upcoming Week 14 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals and their generous defense. Bass signed a four-year contract extension with Buffalo in 2023, so he should be back with the team next year if he's recovered from his injuries.
--Keith HernandezSource: Sal Capaccio
December 1, 2025
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Monday night versus the Detroit Pistons. Porzingis will be held out of action for the third consecutive contest due to illness. Despite playing in only 12 games this season, the 30-year-old is still considered an everyday fantasy option, averaging 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 26.3 minutes. It's unknown if he'll be ready to go on Wednesday against the Clippers. In the meantime,
Onyeka Okongwu remains a must-start at center in all fantasy formats as he is averaging 16.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.5 steals across 20 outings.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
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