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Malachi Fields Too Risky to Trust in Week 10
New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields is gaining momentum as he enters the backstretch of the 2026 season. In eight games, Fields has caught 19 of 35 targets for 288 yards and a touchdown, averaging 5.5 half-PPR fantasy points per game. In two starts with quarterback J.J. McCarthy, Fields has caught seven passes for 123 yards, solidifying his status as the clear WR2 ahead of veteran Darnell Mooney. The rookie receiver faces a Washington Commanders defense that has allowed the 11th most fantasy points to wide receivers this season. Rain is expected to be a factor in East Rutherford on Thursday night, which could limit the Giants' passing game despite a favorable matchup. Fields is best left on fantasy benches this week, though his WR2 role will be something to monitor in Week 10.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Malik Nabers Primed for WR1 Production Against Commanders
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) is off the injury report and slated to play in Week 10 against the Washington Commanders. Nabers has been on the injury report due to a knee issue stemming from his torn ACL, which he suffered in September 2025. Although the knee has cost him some practice time, he has not missed a beat on the field, hauling in 53 of 78 targets for 648 yards and two touchdowns in eight games this season. He faces a Commanders defense that has allowed the 11th most fantasy points to wide receivers this season. In Week 5, Nabers decimated this Commanders secondary, catching 11 passes for 121 yards and a touchdown in the 27-27 tie. Fantasy managers can start the star receiver without hesitation in Week 10, as he offers WR1 value against Washington.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Devin Singletary Returning to Backup Role in Week 10
New York Giants running back Devin Singletary was inefficient in his first start of the 2026 season in Week 9. With second-year back Cam Skattebo (hamstring) inactive and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (hamstring) on injured reserve, Singletary had 21 carries and two receptions but managed just 39 scrimmage yards and no touchdowns in the 19-11 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. While Singletary had the opportunity to carve out a significant role in this Giants offense, his 1.5 yards-per-carry average in Week 9 didn't solidify his standing in the backfield, with Skattebo expected to play on Thursday. The Giants also face a Washington Commanders defense that has allowed the seventh-fewest fantasy points to running backs this season. As he returns to his backup role, Singletary is not startable in any formats against a tough matchup in Week 10.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cam Skattebo Set for Heavy Workload in Week 10
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (hamstring) is off the injury report and ready to play in Week 10 against the Washington Commanders. After a Week 7 hamstring strain that cost him one game, Skattebo was a full participant on Tuesday and is set to start on Thursday. In six full games this season, Skattebo has 98 carries for 418 yards and two touchdowns, plus 11 receptions for 76 yards. With Tyrone Tracy Jr. (hamstring) on injured reserve, Skattebo is set to carry the bulk of the workload. He faces a Commanders defense that has allowed the seventh-fewest fantasy points to running backs this season. While Washington ranks among the top defenses against the run, a heavy workload should put the second-year back in the RB2 discussion in fantasy for Week 10.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Aaron Judge in a "Good Place" After Follow-Up Visit
The New York Yankees received some good news on superstar outfielder Aaron Judge (rib) after his follow-up visit with Dr. Gregory Pearl, a Texas-based specialist who reviewed the healing of the right rib fracture that cost Judge most of the 2026 season, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. "He's currently in a good place," general manager Brian Cashman said. "No new added features to his circumstance, outside of [that Judge will] take the winter to continue to rest up, and he'll be ready to go. But there's no new procedures or anything there." Judge was limited to just 66 games due to a rib fracture and a right-calf strain in September. The 34-year-old eight-time All-Star and three-time MVP hit .241/.360/.511 with 18 home runs, 41 RBI, 45 runs scored, and five stolen bases across 285 plate appearances in his 11th year in the big leagues. Despite his injury-plagued season in 2026, fantasy managers should still consider the right-handed slugger as the premier power threat in the big leagues, not named Shohei Ohtani. He should head into spring training next year with a clean bill of health.
Source: MLB.com - Bryan Hoch
Source: MLB.com - Bryan Hoch
J.J. McCarthy a Low-End QB2 Against Commanders
New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (hip) is off the injury report and slated to start in Week 10 against the Washington Commanders. McCarthy suffered a hip pointer during the Giants' 19-11 win over the Philadelphia Eagles but practiced all week and is healthy enough to play Thursday night. In three games with the Giants this season, McCarthy has completed 43 of 68 passes for 622 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. McCarthy is set to face a Commanders defense that has allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Washington has also allowed the fourth-most passing touchdowns in the NFL (16) and the third-most yards per game this season (240). While potential inclement weather could be a factor Thursday night, McCarthy should be considered a low-end QB2 in his first start for the Giants at MetLife Stadium.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Keelon Russell Probable Against Vanderbilt
Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell (ankle) is probable to play against Vanderbilt this weekend, according to the SEC availability report. The Crimson Tide signal caller is dealing with an ankle injury sustained during the second half of Alabama's win over LSU last week. Russell is RotoBaller's 28th-ranked quarterback and is projected to score 20.4 fantasy points against the Commodores in Week 11. Russell completed 70.8% of his passes against the Tigers last week, totaling 206 yards passing and three touchdowns, which was his second straight game with three touchdown passes. He has thrown for at least three touchdowns in five games this season. He added eight carries for 25 yards against LSU.
Source: SEC availability report
Source: SEC availability report
LaNorris Sellers Questionable for South Carolina
South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers (ankle) is questionable to play against Arkansas, according to the SEC availability report. Sellers is dealing with a left ankle injury he sustained during the second quarter of this past week's win over Texas A&M, but is pushing to be available against the Razorbacks on Saturday. Sellers is RotoBaller's No. 3-ranked quarterback and is projected to score 30.4 fantasy points against Arkansas. He has enjoyed a remarkable season, completing 62.8% of his passes for 2,100 yards and 17 touchdowns against seven interceptions. He has also carried the ball 104 times for 637 yards and seven touchdowns. Arkansas allowed Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown to score three total touchdowns (two passing, one rushing) last week.
Source: SEC availability report
Source: SEC availability report
Jamal Cain Won't Play Wednesday Against Utah
Orlando Magic guard/forward Jamal Cain (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Utah Jazz due to a left shoulder contusion. Cain started Tuesday against Sacramento and finished with five points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 20 minutes. The 27-year-old is averaging 7.0 points and 3.1 rebounds in 19.6 minutes through 10 games. With Tristan da Silva (calf) also sidelined, two-way forward Alex Morales will make his first career NBA start and should have a chance to build on the 29 minutes he logged Tuesday.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Kewan Lacy Out Again for Ole Miss
Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy (shoulder) has been declared out for this week's game against Oklahoma, according to the SEC availability report. There is no timetable for his return, according to On3's Pete Nakos. Lacy has been out since exiting an Oct. 24 loss to Texas, in which he finished with 36 yards rushing on 16 carries before his departure, which came due to a recurring left shoulder dislocation. Lacy remains the Rebels' leading ball carrier, totaling 388 yards rushing and five touchdowns on 78 carries this season. Ole Miss finishes the season with a matchup against the Sooners on Saturday, followed by games against Wofford on Nov. 21 and Mississippi State on Nov. 27, but it remains unclear if Lacy will return this season.
Source: SEC availability report
Source: SEC availability report
Tigers Sign Emilio Pagan to One-Year Deal
The Detroit Tigers signed top free-agent reliever Emilio Pagan to a one-year, $11 million deal on Wednesday, sources told Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Tigers chose not to bring veteran closer Kenley Jansen back for the 2027 season and will replace him in the ninth inning with Pagan, who will make $1 million more than the $10 million mutual option that he turned down with the Cincinnati Reds last month. The 35-year-old veteran missed some time in the first half of the 2026 season with a hamstring injury and finished with a 3.38 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, 25 saves in 28 opportunities, and a 45:11 K:BB in 42 2/3 innings pitched out of the bullpen in Cincy. Pagan has plenty of experience in high-leverage situations, which is where Detroit's bullpen really fell short last season, as he has 90 saves in his 10 major-league seasons, with the past three coming for the Reds.
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Source: New York Post - Jon Heyman
Tristan da Silva Sidelined Again Wednesday
Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Utah Jazz due to a left calf strain, marking his second straight absence. The 25-year-old is averaging 15.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.6 threes in 30.6 minutes while shooting 40.0% from deep this season. With Paolo Banchero (ankle) also sidelined, Franz Wagner should continue to carry a heavy offensive workload. Alex Morales could also stay involved after giving Orlando 29 productive minutes off the bench Tuesday against Sacramento.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Jacob Misiorowski Wins NL Cy Young Award
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski was named the 2026 National League Cy Young Award winner on Wednesday, according to MLB. Like the American League winner, New York Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler, Misiorowski won the award unanimously as the most dominant pitcher in the NL this year. The 24-year-old flamethrower went 16-5 with a 1.80 ERA, 0.80 WHIP, and 252 strikeouts in 30 starts across 174 2/3 innings, leading baseball in ERA, WHIP, and strikeouts to help the Brewers win an MLB-best 103 games. The Miz's 6.6 fWAR also led all pitchers, and his 232 ERA+ was the best in a full season since Pedro Martinez recorded a 291 ERA+ in 2000. He joins Corbin Burnes (2021), Pete Vuckovich (1982), and Rollie Fingers (1981) as the fourth Cy Young Award winner in Milwaukee's history. Misiorowski is the first pitcher since Randy Johnson in 2001 to win the Cy Young and World Series in the same season. The 6-foot-7 hurler's fastball averaged 100.6 mph, which is rarefied air for a full-time starting pitcher. He threw more than 1,000 pitches at 100 mph or faster, which was more than double the record Jordan Hicks set in 2018. In his final 24 starts, Misiorowski had a 1.46 ERA to seal the NL Cy Young.
Source: MLB
Source: MLB
KJ Duff Out for the Season After Ankle Surgery
Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff is out for the remainder of the 2026 season after undergoing surgery this week to repair a high-ankle sprain, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. Duff is expected to resume full football activities in January, as his absence is a big blow for the Scarlet Knights' passing game. Duff is Rutgers' leading receiver, totaling 45 receptions for 774 yards and nine touchdowns on the year. He recorded four games with at least 113 yards receiving and three games with multiple touchdowns, averaging 17.2 yards per reception. The highly-touted prospect is projected to be a first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Source: Pete Thamel
Source: Pete Thamel
Will Richard Cleared to Face Houston
Golden State Warriors guard/forward Will Richard (thumb) has been cleared to play Wednesday against the Houston Rockets despite a torn UCL in his left thumb, according to ESPN's Anthony Slater. Richard opted to play through the injury rather than undergo surgery and will wear a splint after testing it during shootaround. The 23-year-old missed only one game and has made two starts this season, including a 10-point effort on 4-for-6 shooting against Miami. With Gary Payton II (knee) and Brandon Williams (hamstring) sidelined, Richard could step right back into a meaningful backcourt role.
Source: Anthony Slater
Source: Anthony Slater
