May 12, 2026, 9:32 AM ET

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Anthony Nunez earned his second save of the season on Monday night in his team's 3-2 victory over the Yankees. With Rico Garcia taking on the heart of New York's batting order in the eighth inning, Nunez came on in the ninth and locked down the victory with one strikeout and one hit against him. He gave up a single to Paul Goldschmidt with two outs, but pinch-runner Jose Caballero was thrown out attempting to steal second base to end the game. Nunez has a 4.05 ERA and 4.57 FIP in his 20 innings this season with a win, two saves, and six holds. He hasn't been quite as dominant as Garcia, but the two high-leverage options will likely continue to split the closer workload for Baltimore until Ryan Helsley (elbow) is ready to return from the injured list. If you need saves in a deep league, Nunez is an option to consider, although Garcia is still the preferred pickup if he's available.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:29 AM ET

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and USC Trojans football programs have squared off 96 times since 1926, with the latest meeting in the 2026 season. This is one of the best rivalries in college football, but as of now, there are no scheduled matchups in the future. According to Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times, the two schools have recently begun active discussions for resuming the rivalry. Kartje said it's possible the two schools still won't meet until the 2030 season, given their current scheduling agreements with other programs, but the negotiations have begun to restore the must-see game at some point in the future. Based on what we know, Notre Dame wants to keep the game later in the season, while USC wants the game early in the year. That appears to be the main point of contention, and why the series was not renewed earlier.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: Ryan Kartje - The Athletic

May 12, 2026, 9:27 AM ET

Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham couldn't get going in Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, finishing a 112-103 loss with 19 points, three rebounds, six assists, one steal, and five turnovers. He had a solid 2-for-5 record from deep but went 7-for-16 overall from the field. The 19-point effort marks Cunningham's postseason career low. Cunningham posted a triple-double in Game 3, but he had a tough time on the road, going 39.5% from the field. In Game 5, Cunningham will be back at home, where he has recorded a 50.0 field-goal percentage.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:25 AM ET

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Paul Sewald remains a very solid option at the end of the game, as he picked up his ninth save of the year on Monday night against the Rangers. Sewald entered a 1-0 game and worked a hitless ninth inning, allowing just one baserunner on a hit-by-pitch. The 35-year-old righty has converted all nine of his save opportunities this season, allowing five earned runs on six hits in 14 2/3 innings for a 3.07 ERA and 4.34 FIP. While he isn't the most dominant option in the league, Sewald consistently sees opportunities as the primary ninth-inning option for Arizona. He has nine saves in Arizona's 20 wins this season, and that total ties him for seventh-most in the majors. If he's available on the waiver wire in a league where you need saves, he's definitely worth a look, given his safe floor.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:24 AM ET

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has had one of the strangest paths to begin an NFL career in recent memory, first falling to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft before making the Pro Bowl as a rookie despite throwing only seven touchdowns to 10 interceptions and completing fewer than 57% of his passes. With the Browns clearing house this offseason, Sanders will need to impress new head coach Todd Monken to reclaim the starting job with which he finished his rookie campaign. While Dillon Gabriel came off the board two rounds earlier than Sanders and was given the earlier crack at starting duties, and the team also spent a sixth-rounder in 2026 on developmental prospect Taylen Green, the early presumption is that the starting job will eventually go to either Sanders or veteran Deshaun Watson. Monken has stated that he would like to have a starter in place by the beginning of training camp. While some reports have suggested that Watson could have the initial edge, the former first-round pick of the Houston Texans has not thrown a pass in an NFL game since Week 7 of the 2024 season, and he is the only quarterback on the roster whose contract does not extend past 2026. At RotoBaller's QB34, Sanders should be viewed as a dynasty hold who could work his way back into a starting role or even see a bump to his value should the Browns opt to move him to another quarterback-needy team.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:19 AM ET

Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele's decision to return to the program following the coaching change from Justin Wilcox to Tosh Lupoi brings significant optimism that the team could be a contender in the ACC title race this season. Last year, as a true freshman, JKS completed over 64.2% of his passes for 3,454 yards, 18 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. The Golden Bears defeated two top-25 teams over their last four games, with Sagapolutele going over 320 passing yards in both upset wins. Momentum is building heading into 2026, and Sagapolutele is feeling it. "I'm very confident in our team," Sagapolutele said about Cal's chances at competing for an ACC title. "We have the guys to do it. We have the talent. It really just comes down to whether we want it enough, and I think we do." --Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: On3

May 12, 2026, 9:16 AM ET

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Rico Garcia was excellent in his inning of work on Monday night in his team's 3-2 win over the Yankees. However, his fantasy managers will be disappointed that he was brought into the eighth inning instead of the ninth and earned a hold rather than a save. Garcia faced Ben Rice, Aaron Judge, and Cody Bellinger, retiring the heart of the Yankees' lineup in order with two strikeouts. He only needed nine pitches to get through the inning, but was replaced by Anthony Nunez for the ninth. Garcia has a stellar 0.47 ERA and 0.42 WHIP in his 19 innings this season, with 22 strikeouts and seven walks. He had two saves and a win in his previous three appearances and will continue to get high-leverage spots for the Orioles. He is definitely still a top option for saves in Baltimore, but this game is a reminder that he's still part of a committee. He's a solid short-term add while Ryan Helsley (elbow) is out, but he isn't the only primary ninth-inning option for the O's, which does slightly hurt his fantasy value.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:15 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden logged his 40th postseason double-double in Monday's 113-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons, scoring 24 points and handing out 11 assists. He also made a significant impact defensively, recording three steals and one block. Harden notched 15 of his points in the first half. The former MVP let Donovan Mitchell take over the offense after the break -- Mitchell tied an all-time postseason record with 39 second-half points. While Harden posted a strong line, he went only 5-for-14 from the field, missing all five two-point attempts. The Pistons have disrupted Harden's offensive rhythm, limiting him to a 39.3 field-goal percentage. Still, Harden has made big plays in recent games and remains vital to Cleveland's success.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:12 AM ET

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins ran with power and purpose in 2025 before a dislocated ankle and fractured fibula ended his rookie season. Even with the presumption of full health heading into year two, there were still concerns that his fantasy ceiling could be capped in a pedestrian Cleveland offense. With the Browns committing heavily to one side of the ball in the 2026 NFL Draft, many of those concerns have been assuaged, and Judkins has risen to RB12 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings. With the ninth overall pick, Cleveland made Utah's Spencer Fano the first offensive lineman off the board before spending its next two picks on receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston. With 2025 breakout tight end Harold Fannin Jr. already in the mix, the Browns have assembled the pieces of what could be a potent offense, putting Judkins in a far more favorable position if the team can overcome what again projects to be below-average quarterback play. Judkins ran for 827 yards as a rookie, but with defenses often keying on him, only 11.1% of that total came before contact. The additions made by Cleveland through the draft should help to open more space, and if the team can find a quarterback fix through one of the four players currently on the roster or in a loaded 2027 draft class, Judkins' hard-running consistency could soon make him a dynasty running back worth building around.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:08 AM ET

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy suffered a gunshot wound to his leg on early Sunday morning in Mississippi and underwent surgery. Obviously, it's never good to hear about something like this happening, but according to The Athletic's sources, his wound is not expected to be "career-threatening," and he is already on the road to recovery. All things considered, this is a great update on the situation. As of now, Hardy's timeline for a return to action is unclear, but it sounds like he has a great chance to return to the field at some point in the future. The 20-year-old took the SEC by storm last season, rushing 241 times for 1,560 yards and 16 touchdowns. He earned consensus All-American honors.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: The Athletic

May 12, 2026, 9:06 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell led his team to a series-tying 112-103 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday, scoring 43 points with a 13-for-26 effort from the field. Detroit limited Mitchell to just four first-half points before he ran amok in the second half. With 39 points, Mitchell tied the NBA record for most second-half points. He went 13-for-15 at the charity stripe, but one of Mitchell's misses came late in the game when he had a chance to break the record set by Eric Floyd in 1987. Mitchell, who finished 4-for-12 from downtown, added five rebounds, two assists, and one steal to his line. After a quiet spell in the playoffs, Mitchell has averaged 36.3 points over his last three games. He'll look to stay hot in Game 5 on Wednesday night.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 12:21 AM ET

After combining for a .248/.284/.402 slash line, .686 OPS, 31 home runs, 138 RBI, 39 stolen bases, and 154 runs scored in 308 regular-season games over the last two years as a full-time player in Beantown, outfielder/second baseman Ceddanne Rafaela has been a disappointment through 38 games in 2026. Going into Tuesday's action this week, the 25-year-old is slashing .269/.336/.400, but with a career-high .736 OPS, three home runs, 16 RBI, 17 runs, and only two stolen bases across 143 plate appearances. Savvy fantasy managers should consider buying low on the Red Sox outfielder, even though he's currently in the 29th percentile in hard-hit rate and the 15th percentile in walk rate. So far in nine games in May, he's gone 10-for-35 (.286) at the plate with two home runs, six RBI, four runs scored, two stolen bases, two walks, and eight strikeouts. Rafaela is probably never going to be an asset in on-base percentage unless he cleans up his plate approach, but as an everyday player, he should offer enough power and speed to potentially threaten for a 20-20 campaign if he stays healthy.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 12, 2026, 12:16 AM ET

It was a solid week in Charlotte this past week for Tommy Fleetwood, who ranked sixth in the field in strokes gained on approach (1.04). The 35-year-old ranked inside the top 25 in the other three strokes gained categories, while also ranking 11th in driving accuracy on the week. This week at Aronimink is an interesting opportunity for him to hunt down his first major championship, as this layout lends itself to someone with a complete game. Fleetwood isn't a leading player in any stat, but he measures up well across the board. He isn't the shortest player by any means, but he definitely prioritizes accuracy over length, which also plays well into the asks of this Donald Ross design. After finally breaking through in America last season, the next step for this tour veteran is capturing a major. This is certainly the golf course that makes perfect sense for it.--Todd McGill
Source: Data Golf

May 12, 2026, 12:07 AM ET

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Andres Gimenez was the team's offense on Monday night in their 8-5 loss to the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays at the Rogers Centre. Gimenez went 2-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, five RBI, and two strikeouts out of the eight-hole in the batting order. It was the 27-year-old Venezuelan's first career multi-homer game in his seventh year in the big leagues, and he's now up to five long balls in 38 games to start the 2026 campaign. Gimenez is not known for his power from the left side of the plate. In fact, he's mostly known as a strong glove on the middle infield. In his six years in the big leagues, he has hit double-digit home runs only twice, and not since 2023 with the Cleveland Guardians. Gimenez had seven round-trippers in 101 regular-season games with Toronto in his first season with the team in 2025. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect more power from Gimenez moving forward, and he's currently rostered in only 22% of Yahoo leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 11, 2026, 11:53 PM ET

After a drama-filled month--both on the course and off of it--Bryson DeChambeau returned to familiar dominance on LIV Golf last week in Virginia. The 32-year-old finished solo third after missing the cut at Augusta and his rant-fueled outing in Mexico before withdrawing with a wrist issue. It was a good bounce back before the year's second major this week in Philadelphia. However, with looming concerns about what next season and beyond will look like for guys like DeChambeau, it's easy to imagine even more stress being put on this week than usual. Aronimink figures to be a more difficult setup than traditional PGA Championships due to the unusual green segments and incredible bunkering around the property. The former SMU Mustang lacks in the short-game department, and the demand for superb accuracy with the irons doesn't necessarily play into DeChambeau's wheelhouse. There's still plenty of expectation for him this week, but it is farther from a foregone conclusion than it was this time last year.--Todd McGill
Source: Data Golf

May 11, 2026, 11:14 PM ET

Updating a previous report, Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (side) is considered day-to-day with left-side discomfort, which is good news, per Jeff Wilson of All City DLLS. Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start on Monday night versus the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks, and there's no word on when he will pitch next. However, it appears as if the Rangers avoided a big injury to one of their best starting arms. The 36-year-old veteran was sent for imaging after he first started feeling something in the morning. Eovaldi has a history with side/oblique issues, but for now, it looks like he could avoid a trip to the injured list. It's unclear right now when he might make his next start, so fantasy managers will want to check back on Tuesday for an update. Through his first eight starts in 2026 in his fourth year with the Rangers and 15th year in the big leagues, Eovaldi has gone 4-4 with a 4.15 ERA (4.69 FIP) and 1.17 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 10 walks in 47 2/3 innings pitched.--Keith Hernandez
Source: All City DLLS - Jeff Wilson

May 11, 2026, 11:09 PM ET

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash said that outfielder Chandler Simpson (leg) left Monday's win over the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays with a leg issue that they think "might just have been a cramp more than anything," according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Strength tests on Simpson's leg were good. He was likely going to be off on Tuesday with a left-hander on the mound for Toronto. "Then we'll go from there. But from all the reports, sounds really good," Cash said. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Wednesday to see if the speedy Simpson can return, but as of now, it looks like he has avoided a serious injury. Simpson had a big game for his fantasy managers out of the leadoff spot on Monday before leaving, too, going 3-for-5 at the plate with three runs scored and two stolen bases. The 25-year-old is now up to 14 swipes on the season. He has yet to homer through 149 big-league games, but Simpson is an elite speed threat for fantasy managers after he stole 44 bags in 109 games in his rookie campaign in 2025.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin

May 11, 2026, 11:01 PM ET

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Robbie Ray has been one of his team's lone bright spots early in the 2026 season, recording a 3-4 record with a 2.76 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts across his first 45 2/3 innings (eight starts). With a 26.1% strikeout rate, the 34-year-old remains a reliable source of whiffs for fantasy managers. However, Ray could be a logical sell-high candidate. Ray's has both poor command (10% walk rate) and a tendency to allow the long ball (1.58 HR/9), which points to likely ERA regression. He also got off to a similarly strong start in 2025 before losing steam down the stretch, pitching to a 2.65 ERA in the first half of the season and a 5.54 ERA after the All-Star break. If there's a monster offer out there for Ray, fantasy managers should at least consider moving the 34-year-old while his value is at a relative high point.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:51 PM ET

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic is off to a strong start to the 2026 season, as he's posted a 3-1 record with a 3.50 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts across 46 1/3 innings (eight starts). Bubic has pitched particularly well of late, allowing just five earned runs while striking out 18 in 17 2/3 innings over his last three outings. However, Bubic's profile contains some red flags. For one, his 12.3% walk rate is unsustainably poor and points to likely WHIP regression. Additionally, Bubic missed the final two months of the 2025 season with a rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder. While he's managed to stay on the mound so far in 2026, his average fastball velocity is down to 92.1 miles per hour, and he's reached 100 innings in a season just once since 2022. Fantasy managers may be wise to consider selling high on Bubic in the midst of his current hot streak.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:48 PM ET

The New York Jets signed starting running back Breece Hall to a three-year, $45.75 million contract extension last Friday, which is not great news for the dynasty fantasy football value of fellow Jets RB Isaiah Davis. On the bright side, Davis could have a chance to take over RB2 duties in New York in 2026 in his third year in the NFL after Braelon Allen (knee) missed most of last year with an MCL injury. The 24-year-old Davis, a former fifth-round selection in 2024 out of South Dakota State, has actually been quite productive in his limited opportunities so far in his two seasons with Gang Green. He had 43 carries for 236 yards (5.5 yards per carry) and one touchdown on the ground in 16 games in 2025, adding 21 receptions for an additional 186 yards as a pass-catcher. Davis has a healthy 5.6 yard-per-carry average in his two years in the league, and he proved last year that he can contribute in the passing attack out of the backfield. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues with Hall rostered might want to look into acquiring Davis as a handcuff. RotoBaller has Davis currently ranked as the No. 80 dynasty RB.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pro Football Reference

May 11, 2026, 10:40 PM ET

San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames is off to a brutal start to the 2026 season. Entering play on Tuesday, the 30-year-old was hitting .209/.242/.342 with three home runs, eight RBI, 14 runs scored, and one stolen base across 165 plate appearances. Adames has been one of the more consistent players in baseball in recent years, recording at least 30 homers and 87 RBI in three out of four seasons between 2022 and 2025. While there's still time for Adames to pull out of his current slump, the underlying numbers suggest that he may be suffering from more than just tough luck at the plate. Adames' 7.3% barrel rate is his lowest mark since his rookie season in 2018. He also owns just a 3.6% walk rate, significantly below the 11.7% mark he posted in 2025. Adames is in the second year of a seven-year contract with San Francisco, so he'll be given every opportunity to turn things around. Still, fantasy managers looking to buy low on Adames may want to proceed with caution.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:33 PM ET

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson was an interesting target in dynasty leagues going into his rookie season in 2025 after the Steelers took the Iowa product with the 83rd overall pick in the third round last April, but he ended up being mothballed behind Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell. The 22-year-old only saw 28 rushing attempts for 69 yards (2.5 yards per tote) and added a measly one reception on two targets for nine yards in 10 games played. Johnson got off on the wrong foot with former head coach Mike Tomlin and his coaching staff after an inexcusable special teams blunder early in the season, and he just wasn't trusted in either the running or passing game out of the backfield with both Warren and Gainwell being a nice one-two punch. Gainwell is now gone, but the Steelers added Rico Dowdle in free agency, so Johnson figures to enter his sophomore campaign in the Steel City as the RB3, at best. Perhaps new head coach Mike McCarthy will utilize him more in 2026, but as things currently stand, Johnson's dynasty stock has fallen considerably. He's RotoBaller's No. 56 dynasty back, behind former Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco, who is now in Detroit.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pro Football Reference

May 11, 2026, 10:32 PM ET

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen picked up his third win of the season on Monday, allowing three earned runs across six innings of work in his team's 8-5 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. Rasmussen allowed four hits and a walk while striking out six. The 30-year-old is off to a strong start to the year, as he's pitched to a 3.16 ERA and a 0.92 WHIP with 43 strikeouts across 42 2/3 innings (eight starts). With a 4.1% walk rate, Rasmussen's command is arguably the best of any starting pitcher in baseball. However, fantasy managers may want to think about selling high on Rasmussen. While the 30-year-old reached 150 innings in 2025, he's already undergone two Tommy John surgeries and one internal brace procedure so far in his career. Given his extensive injury track record, cashing in on Rasmussen at a high point in his value could be the right move.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:26 PM ET

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green is expected to remain with the team in 2026-27. His name popped up in trade rumors during the season, but the Warriors seem ready to move forward with their core group. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed a new two-year contract, and there are reportedly extension talks planned with Stephen Curry. Green holds a $27.6 million player option for 2026-27. Even at 36, Green has remained an effective player, providing a little bit of everything. This season, he averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 0.9 steals in 27.5 minutes per game.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 11, 2026, 10:21 PM ET

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout has looked like his vintage self early in the 2026 season, hitting .248/.414/.510 with 11 home runs, 23 RBI, 33 runs scored, and five stolen bases through his first 186 plate appearances. The 34-year-old owns a ridiculous 20.4% walk rate, and his 25.8% strikeout rate is a significant improvement from the 32% mark he posted in 2025. Trout's quality of contact is also elite, as his 23.2% barrel rate would be the best mark of his career over a full season. Despite all the encouraging indicators, fantasy managers still must consider selling high on Trout. While he's managed to stay healthy so far this year, Trout has topped 500 plate appearances in a season just once in 2019. Given how this decade has gone for Trout, his best stretch of 2026 may be already behind him. Trout's upside is high enough that holding him is defensible, but fantasy managers are also justified in moving him if they receive an offer that's too good to pass up.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:19 PM ET

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride was by far and away the top fantasy TE in 2025 in his fourth year in the NFL, and he was also a Pro Bowler for the second straight season. The 26-year-old finished with career highs across the board in catches (126), receiving yards (1,239), touchdowns (11), and targets (169) in 17 starts. The former second-rounder in 2022 out of Colorado State surprisingly became even more productive after quarterback Kyler Murray's foot injury opened the door for veteran Jacoby Brissett to start from Week 6 on. Ten of his 11 TDs on the year came with Brissett throwing him the ball, and he led all TEs with 33 red-zone targets. The good news for McBride's fantasy value in redraft and dynasty leagues going into the 2026 season is that Brissett will enter the year as Arizona's starter again. The one potential concern is the team's new offense under head coach Mike LaFleur, which should be much more balanced than last year's pass-happy attack. But even with an expected volume hit, McBride is an elite player at his position, and RotoBaller has him ranked as the TE2 in dynasty settings, behind only the Raiders' Brock Bowers.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pro Football Reference

May 11, 2026, 10:15 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors are expected to engage in extension talks with point guard Stephen Curry this offseason. The two-time MVP is currently under contract for one more season, but the team appears determined to keep him around for longer. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed up for two more years with the Warriors, and it's reasonable to assume Curry will also stick around until at least 2028. Late next season, Curry will turn 39, and age could eventually affect his play. So far, Curry has continued to post world-class numbers. However, due to health problems, he played in just 43 games this season, and Curry's fantasy stock will decline if he continues to struggle to stay on the court.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 11, 2026, 10:12 PM ET

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran's numbers through his first 150 plate appearances of 2026 are well below his career norms, as he's hitting .194/.253/.324 with four home runs, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored, and eight stolen bases. However, the 29-year-old is starting to show signs of a breakout. Across 42 plate appearances in May, Duran is hitting .256/.310/.513 with three homers and three stolen bases. Duran's underlying metrics also provide reason for hope as his .237 batting average on balls in play is nearly 100 points worse than his career mark of .333. While Duran's production so far this season has been tough to stomach for fantasy managers, there's every reason to believe he is working his way back to his usual level of production. He profiles as a prime buy-low candidate across all fantasy formats.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:05 PM ET

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy had a lost season in 2025 due to toe and shoulder injuries that cost him eight games. The former last pick in the seventh round (Mr. Irrelevant) in 2022 out of Iowa State finished with 2,167 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions in nine regular-season starts to finish as the QB24 in fantasy football. But now that the 26-year-old is fully healthy as he embarks on his fifth year in the NFL, he's an obvious buy-low candidate with bounce-back potential in dynasty leagues in an offense that got some receiving upgrades in free agency in veterans Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, and in the draft in rookie second-rounder De'Zhaun Stribling. When he was on the field last year, Purdy mostly dinked and dunked in an offense that lacked consistent downfield threats in the passing game due to injuries. Getting tight end George Kittle (Achilles) back will be huge, but it's unclear when that will happen. As long as Purdy avoids the injury bug, he should be a fringe QB1 for fantasy managers. He's currently ranked as RotoBaller's No. 13 dynasty signal-caller.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pro Football Reference

May 11, 2026, 10:03 PM ET

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo seems closer than ever to leaving the team. On Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Bucks are open to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The team is looking for a young blue-chip talent and/or a surplus of draft picks in a potential deal. The Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers reportedly pursued Antetokounmpo at the February trade deadline. He should also draw plenty of interest in the offseason leading up to the 2026 draft. Wherever he lands, Antetokounmpo will aim to deliver a bounce-back campaign in 2025-26 after health issues limited him to 36 appearances this season.--Taavi Pailk
Source: Shams Charania