Wan'Dale Robinson Out on Wednesday With Ankle Issue
Wan'Dale Robinson (ankle) will miss practice on Wednesday with an ankle issue, according to Patricia Traina of SI.com. While it's not a good sign that Robinson is a DNP to begin Week 2 practice, the Giants have downplayed the severity of his injury, which means he should be able to return to practice later this week and play on Sunday against the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. The 24-year-old played a healthy 76 percent of the offensive snaps in the Week 1 loss to the Washington Commanders and caught six of eight targets for 55 yards. While not the sexiest of fantasy wideouts, Robinson continues to be peppered with targets and has staked his claim to the WR2 role in NY behind Malik Nabers. Robinson's fantasy value could improve if rookie QB Jaxson Dart takes over for veteran Russell Wilson, but that will not happen in Week 2.
Source: SI.com - Patricia Traina
New York Giants wide receiver Source: SI.com - Patricia Traina
Romy Gonzalez Day-to-Day With Knee Soreness
Romy Gonzalez (knee) exited a 6-0 win over the Athletics on Tuesday with soreness in his left knee, but it doesn't appear to be a serious injury. "Structurally, everything's good. Hoping to be ready to go by Friday," said Gonzalez, who went 2-for-2 with a home run and two RBI on Tuesday before the Red Sox replaced him at first base with Nathaniel Lowe in the bottom of the second inning. With Gonzalez unavailable, Lowe will start at first, and David Hamilton will man the keystone against Athletics right-hander Mason Barnett on Wednesday. The Red Sox are idle on Thursday, but based on what Gonzalez told the media, he could be available when they open an important series against the New York Yankees on Friday. The 29-year-old has been productive over 84 games this season, having slashed .311/.345/.507 with nine homers, 48 RBI, 41 runs scored, and five stolen bases in 290 plate appearances.
Source: Chris Cotillo - MassLive.com
Boston Red Sox infielder Source: Chris Cotillo - MassLive.com
Anthony Santander's Rehab Assignment Pushed Back
Anthony Santander (shoulder, back) was supposed to start a minor-league rehab assignment on Tuesday, but lower-back tightness prevented it from happening. The team will give Santander one or two days to recover before sending him to play his first rehab game, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Although it's a minor setback, it continues a frustrating and injury-ravaged season for Santander. The 30-year-old has been on the IL with left-shoulder issues since May 30 and has played in just 50 games this season as a result. When healthy, the former Baltimore slugger has hit a subpar .179/.273/.304 with six homers, 18 RBI, and 14 runs scored over 209 trips to the plate.
Source: Keegan Matheson - MLB.com
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Source: Keegan Matheson - MLB.com
Malik Nabers Limited on Wednesday with Back Injury
Malik Nabers (back) is expected to practice in a limited capacity on Wednesday. Nabers was held out of practice on Friday, leading up to their season opener with this same injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but it appears the team is leaning toward the side of caution with their star pass catcher. In Week 1, Nabers was able to catch five of his 12 targets for 71 yards. Even though the Giants offense struggled against the Commanders, the former first-round pick continued to see a hefty target share. In his debut season, Nabers tallied 1,204 yards and seven catches on 109 receptions. If he is cleared to play on Sunday in his typical role, fantasy managers should view him as a high-end WR1 in all formats despite his subpar QB play.
Source: Patricia Traina
New York Giants wide receiver Source: Patricia Traina
Dustin May Expects to Pitch Again in 2025
Dustin May (elbow) landed on the 15-day injured list with elbow neuritis on Tuesday (retroactive to Sept. 6). However, he avoided structural damage and expects to return this year. May told reporters there's a "very big possibility" he'll be back before the regular season ends. If that doesn't happen, the 28-year-old is optimistic that he'll be ready for a potential playoff run in October. Whether Boston would want to use May in the postseason is in question, as the former Los Angeles Dodger has fallen flat since joining the Red Sox in a July trade. May has gone 1-4 with a 5.40 ERA, a 1.69 WHIP, and 26:13 K:BB in 28 1/3 innings as a member of the Red Sox. Meanwhile, left-handed prospect Connelly Early - whom the team promoted to start in May's place on Tuesday - dazzled in his major league debut. Early punched out 11 hitters across five scoreless innings in a 6-0 victory over the Athletics.
Source: Chris Cotillo - MassLive.com
Boston Red Sox right-hander Source: Chris Cotillo - MassLive.com
Xander Bogaerts Targeting Late-Season Return
Xander Bogaerts (foot) has resumed light baseball activities and hopes to come off the 10-day injured list for the final week of the regular season. Bogaerts has been out for almost two weeks after fouling a ball off his left foot and suffering a non-displaced fracture on Aug. 27. Over 131 games and 534 plate appearances this season, the 32-year-old has hit a decent .262/.330/.387 with 10 homers, 49 RBI, 60 runs scored, and 20 stolen bases. The Padres, who hold a wild-card spot and trail the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers by two games, have mostly turned to Jose Iglesias to handle short in Bogaerts' absence.
Source: MLB.com
San Diego Padres shortstop Source: MLB.com
Tyler Locklear Expected to Miss Rest of Season
Tyler Locklear (elbow) is expected to miss the rest of the season with an injured left elbow. Locklear landed on the 10-day IL on Monday after colliding with Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong on Sunday. The Diamondbacks are still determining the severity of Locklear's injury, but with little time left in the season, they're likely to shut him down. Acquired from the Seattle Mariners in July in a deal for third baseman Eugenio Suarez, the 24-year-old Locklear struggled to a .175/.267/.262 line with three homers, six RBI, 11 runs scored, and three stolen bases in 116 plate appearances this season. He figures to vie for a regular role next spring, but in the meantime, Ildemaro Vargas could finish 2025 as the Diamondbacks' primary first baseman.
Source: MLB.com
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Source: MLB.com
Anthony Rizzo Retires
Anthony Rizzo is retiring as a member of the Chicago Cubs, Jesse Rogers of ESPN reports. The 36-year-old will serve as an ambassador the Cubs, who will honor him before their game against the Tampa Bay Rays this Saturday. Rizzo entered the professional ranks as a sixth-round pick of the Boston Red Sox in 2007, but they eventually traded him to the San Diego Padres. He made his way to the Cubs in a 2012 trade and became a franchise icon thanks to his on- and off-field contributions. Rizzo spent 2012-21 with Chicago and went on to make three All-Star teams, win four Gold Gloves, and help the club to a World Series title in 2016, breaking a 108-year drought. His run with the Cubs ended when they shipped him to the New York Yankees in July 2021. Rizzo stayed with the Yankees through 2024, and though he showed interest in continuing his career this season, he didn't sign with anyone as a free agent. He'll now wrap up an excellent career in the majors with a .261/.361/.467 line, 303 home runs, and 965 RBI over 1,727 games and 7,336 plate appearances.
Source: Jesse Rogers - ESPN
First baseman Source: Jesse Rogers - ESPN
Cameron Champ the Ultimate Wild Card at Procore
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Drake London, Darnell Mooney Both Set to Practice on Wednesday
Drake London (shoulder) and Darnell Mooney (shoulder) will both practice on Wednesday, per ESPN's Marc Raimondi. Mooney missed Week 1 with a shoulder injury he suffered in training camp, while London suffered a shoulder sprain in the fourth quarter of the team's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Both players will likely be limited practice participants early in the week, but it's still a positive sign that both will be on the field on Wednesday. The Falcons have a tough matchup in Week 2 as they travel to Minnesota to play the Vikings on Sunday night. Assuming both receivers can play, London is a must-start fantasy wide receiver, while Mooney profiles as a low-end WR4/flex option. UPDATE: Head coach Raheem Morris said he expects London to play in Week 2. Both London and Mooney were limited on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN - Marc Raimondi
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that wide receivers Source: ESPN - Marc Raimondi
Darren Waller's Status Unclear for Week 2 and Beyond?
Darren Waller (hip) on Wednesday. McDaniel said he "expects to not know what to expect" on Waller and that the team "may get to a point where we realize the risk is too great for the rest of the season." Waller missed Miami's season-opener with a hip injury. It's unclear if McDaniel is referencing the status of Waller's hip or the risk of his general health, which has been an issue for the veteran throughout his career. Waller was retired from the NFL in 2024 and only suited up in more than 12 games twice out of eight seasons from 2015 through 2023. He should remain off the radar of fantasy managers for the time being.
Source: ESPN - Marcel Louis-Jacques
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel offered a vague and worrying update on the status of veteran tight end Source: ESPN - Marcel Louis-Jacques
Cameron Young Looks to Extend Momentum in Napa
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Davis Thompson Searching for a Spark at Procore
Source: PGA Tour
Quinshon Judkins Meeting With NFL on Wednesday
Quinshon Judkins is meeting with the NFL in New York on Wednesday as part of the league's personal conduct policy, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. This could be an indication that a suspension is coming for Judkins, who missed all of training camp and was delayed in signing his rookie contract after getting arrested on domestic violence allegations during the summer. Without Judkins, Cleveland split backfield touches in Week 1 between Dylan Sampson, Jerome Ford, and Raheim Sanders. Judkins should have a chance to be the team's lead back when he takes the field, but it's hard to know exactly when that will be at this stage. He remains a waiver-wire target for fantasy managers in leagues where he's available, but may be more of a stash candidate than an immediate contributor.
Source: NFL.com - Ian Rapoport
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Source: NFL.com - Ian Rapoport
Sahith Theegala Looking to Reignite Form at Procore
Source: PGA Tour
Mackenzie Hughes Aims for Another Strong Showing at Procore
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Quentin Johnston Looking to Maintain Positive Momentum Heading into Week 2
Quentin Johnston was one of the surprise stars of Week 1, recording five catches for 79 yards and two touchdowns in his team's victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. The 24-year-old will now look to build on the momentum from that performance in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Johnston finished third on the Chargers in targets in Week 1 behind fellow wideouts Ladd McConkey and Keenan Allen, which is a trend that figures to continue going forward as long as all three are healthy. The Raiders' defense forced its Week 1 opponent, the New England Patriots, into a pass-heavy game script with Pats quarterback Drake Maye attempting 46 passes. The Chargers should have more success on the ground, but a pass-heavy approach would significantly improve Johnston's chances for fantasy success. He profiles as a low-end WR4/flex option in Week 2.
Source: RotoBaller
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Source: RotoBaller
Luke Clanton Brings Ball-Striking Upside to Napa
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Seamus Power Looking to Overcome Poor Course History at Procore
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Juwan Johnson Set to Maintain a Significant Role in Saints' Offense?
Juwan Johnson was heavily featured in the team's passing game in Week 1, earning 11 targets and recording eight catches for 76 yards. Perhaps most encouragingly, Johnson was on the field for 99% of his team's offensive snaps. With Saints tight ends Taysom Hill (knee) and Foster Moreau (knee) both sidelined by injuries until at least Week 5, Johnson could continue to shoulder a heavy workload in the games to come. New Orleans logged 46 pass attempts in Week 1, so even if Johnson's target share drops a bit going forward, he could still be a useful player in PPR-scoring formats. Johnson should be added by fantasy managers as tight end insurance or an injury replacement in deep leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
New Orleans Saints tight end Source: RotoBaller
Jose Siri Activated from 60-Day Injured List on Tuesday
Jose Siri (tibia) was activated from the 60-day injured list on Tuesday after completing a rehab assignment in the minors. The 30-year-old collected at least one hit in six of the eight games he played on the assignment, and was back in the lineup for the Mets on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-2 slugger went 1-for-4 out of the ninth spot in the order, with the lone hit being a double, and he also scored once. The right-handed hitter offers both pop and speed, blasting as many as 25 home runs in 101 games in 2023 for the Rays, and recording at least 12 stolen bases in each of the last three seasons despite playing in no more than 130 games in any of those seasons. The issue is that he strikes out a ton and will likely hurt fantasy managers in the batting average department, so he can be left on the waiver wire in most leagues.
Source: SNY
New York Mets outfielder Source: SNY
Joe Highsmith Hoping to Find Form in Napa
Source: PGA Tour
Warming Bernabel Placed on Injured List, Michael Toglia Recalled
Warming Bernabel (concussion) has been placed on the 7-day concussion injured list after slamming into a wall chasing a foul ball in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Dodgers. The 23-year-old was 5-for-7 (.714) in his previous two games and was slashing .264/.301/.434 with four home runs since he was called up at the end of July. To take his place, the Rockies recalled first baseman Michael Toglia from Triple-A Albuquerque. Toglia spent 86 games with the Rockies earlier this year and logged 36 games with the Isotopes. Though he's had a rough go of it in the majors, Toglia is known for some big power and was hitting .387 (31-for-80) over his last 22 games at Triple-A, including four doubles, two triples, and six home runs. The left-handed slugger could help fantasy managers looking for power, but it could come at the expense of batting average based on his previous stints in the majors.
Source: Patrick Lyons
Colorado Rockies rookie infielder Source: Patrick Lyons
Quinshon Judkins Will Not Practice on Wednesday, Remains Away From Team
Quinshon Judkins (undisclosed) is not in the team's building and will not practice on Wednesday, according to Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski. Judkins missed all of training camp due to an offseason arrest and did not sign his rookie contract until early September. However, he was reportedly set to suit up for his first practice on Wednesday, so this announcement from Stefanski comes as a surprise. It's unclear when Judkins will make his NFL debut, but he should have an opportunity to wrestle the Browns' RB1 role away from veteran back Jerome Ford and fellow rookie Dylan Sampson upon his return. Judkins remains a clear waiver-wire target where available, but fantasy managers will need to keep a close eye on his situation.
Source: News 5 Cleveland - Camryn Justice
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Source: News 5 Cleveland - Camryn Justice
Travis Kelce Takes Accountability on Xavier Worthy Injury
Travis Kelce took accountability after colliding with second-year wideout Xavier Worthy on the opening drive of the season. The collision left Worthy with a dislocated shoulder that sidelined him for the rest of the game. "There is no excuse for me running into my own guys like that," Kelce admitted on the New Heights Podcast. Worthy's early exit appeared to rattle the Chiefs' offense. Without his speed to stretch the field, the Los Angeles Chargers defense was able to apply pressure on Patrick Mahomes, limiting Kansas City's explosive plays and ultimately sealing a win. With Worthy's recovery timeline still unclear, the Chiefs will look to Marquise Brown and JuJu Smith-Schuster to carry the receiving load, while Kelce is expected to play an even bigger role in the passing attack.
Source: Ian Rapoport - NFL Network
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Source: Ian Rapoport - NFL Network
Xavier Gipson Released Following Costly Fumble
Xavier Gipson is being released, per Brian Costello. Gipson has been a steady contributor in the return game, but a costly fumble in the Jets' Week 1 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers sealed his fate. Head coach Aaron Glenn has made it clear that he "wouldn't tolerate those kinds of blunders." With Gipson gone, the Jets will look to Isaiah Davis or rookie wideout Arian Smith to step into the return role. New York faces the division-rival Buffalo Bills in Week 2, where minimizing special-teams mistakes will be critical if they hope to pull off an upset against the reigning AFC East champions.
Source: Brian Costello - New York Post
New York Jets wide receiver and return specialist Source: Brian Costello - New York Post
Ryan Pepiot Scratched on Wednesday, Griffin Jax to Open
Ryan Pepiot, who was scheduled to start Wednesday's road matchup with the Chicago White Sox, will be scratched due to fatigue. As a result, the Rays will go with a bullpen game, with Griffin Jax now listed as the scheduled opener. Pepiot is having a fine season, pitching to a 3.59 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 15.9 percent K-BB%, however, he's also at a career-high 163 innings pitched, which is 30 more innings than he logged last season. It's bad timing as the Rays try to make a final push towards the playoffs, but hopefully this rest rejuvenates him for a couple of final starts to end the year. Jax hasn't logged more than an inning all year in 65 appearances, so don't expect him to go longer than that on Wednesday.
Source: Marc Topkin
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Source: Marc Topkin
LeQuint Allen Jr. Expected to See More Touches in Week 2
LeQuint Allen Jr. is in line for more playing time following the trade of veteran Tank Bigsby. In Week 1, Allen saw nine offensive snaps, recording one carry for seven yards and adding a four-yard reception in the Jaguars' 26-10 win over Carolina. By comparison, fellow rookie Bhayshul Tuten logged just four snaps. Allen's pass-catching ability may give him the edge as the primary backup to Travis Etienne Jr., especially with the Jaguars heading into a Week 2 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Cincinnati's defense allowed the third-most receptions to running backs in Week 1, which could open the door for Allen to carve out a role as a receiving complement. While he's not a viable start in Week 2, Allen is a name to monitor closely. If his role continues to grow, his receiving usage could make him fantasy-relevant in deeper leagues sooner rather than later.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Source: Pro Football Reference
Roki Sasaki Fans Eight in Latest Rehab Start
Roki Sasaki (shoulder) made his fifth rehab appearance on Tuesday for Triple-A Oklahoma City, allowing three earned runs on three hits and four walks while striking out eight batters in 4 2/3 innings of work. The right-hander threw 90 pitches in the game, but only just over half were for strikes (52), although he coaxed 16 whiffs on 35 swings and threw six pitches 100 mph-plus. Last week, manager Dave Roberts said that Sasaki's stuff was not where they wanted it to be at this point in his rehab in order to return to the Dodgers, but we'll see if Tuesday's start changes his tune.
Source: Minor League Baseball on X
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Source: Minor League Baseball on X
Harold Fannin Jr is a Priority Stash Heading Into Week 2
Harold Fannin Jr. will look to build on a promising Week 1 performance as the team heads into Week 2. The third-round pick led the Browns in targets, catching seven passes for 63 yards and even adding a three-yard carry. Cleveland leaned heavily on 12 personnel, using two-tight end sets on half of their offensive snaps. Fannin logged a healthy 72% snap share, while veteran David Njoku was on the field for 84%. With veteran quarterback Joe Flacco under center, tight ends are expected to remain a focal point of the passing attack. While it's risky to trust a secondary tight end in fantasy lineups, Fannin has quickly emerged as one of the best stashes at the position. Njoku is entering the final year of his contract, and trade rumors have surfaced in the past. Should that door open, Fannin would be positioned for a major role. Fannin isn't a start yet, but he's a priority stash in dynasty and deep-league formats.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Cleveland Browns rookie tight end
Source: Pro Football Reference