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Carter Hart Stops 31 Pucks in Series-Clinching Win
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart did his part in Thursday's 5-1 series-clinching win over the Anaheim Ducks with 31 saves. He had a great night at the office, but Mikael Granlund beat Hart with a power-play goal in the second period. While Hart has had some dodgy outings this postseason, his overall work has been good. Ahead of the Western Conference Finals against the Colorado Avalanche, Hart holds an 8-4 record, 2.37 goals-against average, and a .917 save percentage. Hart has to be at the top of his game against the Avalanche, who have scored a league-high 4.11 goals per game in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Pavel Dorofeyev Enjoys Second Consecutive Multi-Goal Game
Vegas Golden Knights winger Pavel Dorofeyev maintained his hot goal-scoring form on Thursday night in Game 6 against the Anaheim Ducks, potting two goals in a 5-1 road victory. The Russian forward became the second player in franchise history to record back-to-back multi-goal playoff games and will carry a three-game goal streak into the Western Conference Finals. During the postseason, Dorofeyev has scored a league-high nine goals, notching three of them with the man advantage. Having added two assists in 12 games, he is among four Vegas players with double-digit points in the playoffs.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Shea Theodore Records Two Points in Game 6 Win
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore registered a goal and an assist in Thursday's series-clinching 5-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. With only 1:02 played, Theodore assisted Mitchell Marner on the game's opening goal and later netted a power-play goal late in the first period. On Thursday night, Theodore tied Kris Letang for the most points in potential series-clinching contests among active defensemen. He has totaled 20 points (five goals, 15 assists) in 25 such games. Theodore has been one of the most productive blue-liners in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, amassing nine points (four goals, five assists) in 12 games -- only four defensemen have more.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mitchell Marner Scores Special Goal in Series-Clincher
Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitchell Marner tallied two points as the team moved into the Western Conference Finals with a 5-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday. Just a minute into the game, Marner found himself on a solo breakaway and opened the scoring with a highlight-reel move. He also picked up a short-handed assist during the first period, recording his third multi-point performance in four games. It has been the best postseason campaign in Marner's career, and he has taken over the scoring lead ahead of the Conference Finals. In 12 outings, Marner has totaled 18 points (seven goals, 11 assists).
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Michael Wacha a Sell-High Candidate?
Kansas City Royals veteran right-hander Michael Wacha hit a rough patch in a two-start stretch on April 22 and April 29 against the Baltimore Orioles and Athletics, respectively, allowing a combined 10 earned runs on 15 hits (two homers) while walking six and striking out 10 in 10 1/3 innings. Outside of those two bad outings, though, Wacha has produced a quality start in each of his other six starts this year, including just two earned runs given up with three walks and nine punchouts in 14 innings in his last two outings versus the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers. The 34-year-old 14-year MLB veteran is currently 4-2 with a 2.63 ERA (3.85 FIP) and 0.99 WHIP with 42 strikeouts and 17 walks in 51 1/3 innings in his third year with the Royals as he heads into his next start on Friday against his former squad, the St. Louis Cardinals. Although Wacha, who doesn't throw hard, hasn't had an ERA over 4.00 since 2021, he's a sell-high candidate in fantasy because of his lack of strikeout upside. Wacha currently sports a 20.9% strikeout rate, which ranks in the 43rd percentile, and his xwOBA ranks in the 63rd percentile through the first month and a half.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Clay Holmes has Been Rolling in Second Season With Mets
New York Mets right-hander Clay Holmes, who was a former reliever with the crosstown-rival New York Yankees, has been outstanding through eight starts in his second season in Queens in 2026. The 33-year-old two-time All-Star heads into his next scheduled start on Friday against the Yankees with a 4-3 record, 1.86 ERA (3.44 FIP), and 1.01 WHIP with 37 strikeouts and 16 walks in 48 1/3 innings pitched. Holmes hasn't allowed more than two earned runs in any of his outings this year. In his first year in the big leagues as a full-time starter for the Mets in 2025, Holmes finished with a 12-8 record, 3.53 ERA (4.11 FIP), 1.30 WHIP, and 129:66 K:BB across 165 2/3 frames and 33 outings (31 starts). Under the hood, Holmes has been a bit fortunate to be pitching so well so far in 2026, which makes him an obvious sell-high candidate. His xwOBA sits at .308 (currently .248), and his expected ERA is almost two runs higher at 3.75. Additionally, Holmes' strikeout rate last year was well below-average at 18.2%, and it's not much better this year at 19.3%. Regression could come quickly, possibly on Friday night against his former team.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Seiya Suzuki Cooling Off After Hot Stretch
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki was on an unbelievable run at the plate, but he has cooled off lately. Over the last week, Suzuki is 2-for-17 at the plate with one home run, two RBI, and four walks. The veteran slugger is hitless over his last four games, as it appears Suzuki is coming back down to Earth. It was eventually going to happen, but fantasy managers still might be able to sell-high on Suzuki despite some recent struggles. It wasn't too long ago that no pitcher was able to get him out. Over the last month, Suzuki has recorded 26 hits with seven home runs. Fantasy managers might be able to sell him on the hopes that he'll return to that form soon.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Chase DeLauter is Still Looking for Power
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Chase DeLauter has been posting decent results with the bat, but continues searching for power. Over the last month, DeLauter has gone 27-for-93 at the plate with one home run, 14 RBI, and 13 walks. His ability to draw walks is encouraging, but the lack of power has certainly been frustrating for fantasy managers. The rookie outfielder has six home runs on the season, but most of them came at the beginning of the year. He has only blasted one home run this month, but has been able to salvage his fantasy value in other ways. Fantasy managers might want to try to move DeLauter while his results are still solid right now.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Tyjae Spears has Limited Long-Term Upside in Dynasty Formats
Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears missed more time due to an ankle injury in 2025 and finished with a career-low 283 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 72 carries while catching 45 passes for 264 yards as a pass-catcher on 50 targets in 13 games (one start). The 24-year-old third-rounder out of Tulane in 2023 has impressive dual-threat abilities on the football field, but they haven't really translated to fantasy production in his three years in the NFL, and injuries in the last two years haven't helped his cause. Spears had a career-high 453 rushing yards and only two touchdowns in 17 games with Tennessee as a rookie. At this point in his career going into the 2026 campaign, Spears' primary fantasy football value comes in PPR leagues. Durability concerns and the fact that the Titans drafted RB Nicholas Singleton have made Spears a faller in terms of his dynasty value going into the upcoming season. If RB1 Tony Pollard were to miss time due to injury in 2026, Singleton, rather than Spears, could be tasked with lead-back duties. RotoBaller has Spears ranked as the No. 63 RB in dynasty leagues.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Ryne Nelson is Gaining Traction After Another Strong Outing
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Ryne Nelson is becoming an intriguing fantasy pickup after posting back-to-back strong outings. On May 8, Nelson tossed 6.2 innings, allowing one earned run while striking out seven batters in a no-decision against the New York Mets. The right-hander continued that success during Wednesday's outing against the Texas Rangers. Nelson threw seven innings, allowing three earned runs while recording a season-high eight punchouts. The 28-year-old has thrown back-to-back quality starts and has a favorable matchup against the San Francisco Giants coming up this week. Fantasy managers in need of a possible streaming option should consider adding Nelson this week.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Max Meyer Keeps Posting Encouraging Numbers
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer finished with mixed results during his most recent outing against the Minnesota Twins. Meyer tossed 5.2 innings, allowing four earned runs on seven hits while striking out nine batters in the win. The four earned runs are the most that Meyer has allowed in a single start this season. However, the nine punchouts are a season-high for Meyer, so he was able to salvage his fantasy value with those strikeouts. The right-hander will take a 3.21 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, and a 54:17 K:BB ratio into his next outing against the Atlanta Braves. It'll be a two-start week for Meyer with the New York Mets later in the week. The right-hander has mostly given encouraging results throughout the season and is worthy of a look for a two-start week.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Jaylen Wright a Buy-Low Candidate as a Handcuff?
Make no mistake about it, Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane's four-year, $68 million contract extension that he signed on Wednesday is bad news for Jaylen Wright's fantasy stock in dynasty leagues. In Wright's second NFL season in 2025, he had nearly identical numbers to his rookie campaign while playing in five fewer games, although he was a bit more efficient with his touches and got more done after contact. The 23-year-old former fourth-round selection in 2024 out of the University of Tennessee saw 70 carries for 288 yards (4.1 yards per carry) and two touchdowns while adding five catches on nine targets for 44 yards as a pass-catcher in 10 games -- he missed the first six weeks while recovering from knee surgery. Wright was the RB2 behind Achane and ahead of short-yardage back Ollie Gordon II, and that should be the pecking order again going into Week 1 of the 2026 season. RotoBaller has Wright ranked as the No. 69 dynasty RB, but managers in those formats who have Achane rostered may want to consider buying low on Wright for insurance. If anything were to happen to Achane, Wright would be Miami's clear RB1 and would be a weekly fantasy starter in all formats.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Nick Kurtz Heating Up in May
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz was in a bit of a cold spell at the plate until a few days ago. Kurtz was still hitting for a decent average, but was held without a home run for 15 straight games. That changed on Wednesday when he blasted a grand slam during the A's win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Kurtz continued the fun on Thursday when he smacked a solo shot during their one-run defeat. The left-handed slugger has now put together four multi-hit games over his last six contests. Fantasy managers who were worried about his power numbers should continue to be patient with the 23-year-old.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Ollie Gordon II's Dynasty Value Takes a Hit After Teammate's Extension
The Miami Dolphins signed starting running back De'Von Achane to a four-year, $68 million contract extension on Wednesday, which is bad news for both Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright in dynasty/keeper leagues. With Achane sticking around long term and a disappointing rookie campaign for Gordon, the 22-year-old is all the way down to No. 72 at the position in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings. After being selected in the sixth round (179th overall) last year out of Oklahoma State, he saw 70 carries for 199 yards (2.8 yards per carry) and three touchdowns, adding just seven receptions for 32 yards and another score through the air in 17 games (one start). The Texas native has a large frame for an RB at 6-foot-2, 225 pounds, and it likely pigeonholes him into a short-yardage/goal-line role in Miami moving forward. As long as Achane and Jaylen Wright stay healthy, Gordon's path to a significant backfield role will be limited. In redraft formats in 2026, Gordon isn't even ranked in RotoBaller's top-100 RBs.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Erik Miller Set to Return to Giants Bullpen on Saturday
San Francisco Giants left-handed reliever Erik Miller's (back) minor-league rehab appearance on Wednesday night went well, and he will be activated from the 15-day injured list when he's eligible to return on Saturday, according to Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports. Right-hander Caleb Kilian has emerged as the favorite for saves in San Fran of late and has a 1.40 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, two saves, and 19 strikeouts in his 19 1/3 innings pitched so far in 2026, but Miller could also be given some opportunities to earn saves for the Giants now that he's close to rejoining the major-league roster. Before going on the IL with a back ailment, Miller had allowed four earned runs on eight hits while walking six, striking out 17, and picking up his first two career saves in 12 relief appearances. The 28-year-old southpaw threw two scoreless innings with three punchouts in his two rehab outings with Triple-A Sacramento. Fantasy managers scrounging for saves in deeper leagues should consider picking Miller up this weekend. He's currently rostered in only 5% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Logan Webb on Track to Return When Eligible
San Francisco Giants right-hander Logan Webb (knee) is on track to return from the 15-day injured list when he's eligible on May 21, according to Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports. The Giants placed the veteran hurler on the IL on Saturday due to bursitis in his right knee, but he is progressing nicely and is in line for a minimum stay on the sidelines. It means that the 29-year-old two-time All-Star most likely will not require a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Gigantes' starting rotation. After back-to-back All-Star appearances in 2024 and 2025, Webb has struggled so far in 2026, going 2-4 with a 5.06 ERA (3.56 FIP) and 1.39 WHIP with 42 strikeouts and 15 walks in 48 innings across his eight starts. Webb's expected ERA isn't all that great either at 4.54, and he currently sits in the eighth percentile in hard-hit rate, which is also concerning. His track record and the fact that he led the league with 224 strikeouts last year make Webb a must-stash in fantasy, but don't forget that he also led the league in 2025 with 210 hits allowed.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Edwin Arroyo Adding to Versatility With Reps at Third Base
Triple-A Louisville manager Pat Kelly said that the Bats introduced Cincinnati Reds infield prospect Edwin Arroyo to third base a couple of weeks ago, per Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Arroyo is a defense-first prospect, but the club's No. 3 prospect per MLB Pipeline has displayed his offensive upside in 2026. The 22-year-old missed all of 2024 with a shoulder injury and posted a .716 OPS in Double-A last year, but he has posted a .989 OPS so far with Louisville, batting .342/.408/.590 with eight home runs, 29 RBI, 33 runs scored, and five stolen bases across 39 games and 191 plate appearances. "He's doing some work with the strength coaches on his hips," Kelly said. "Sometimes, he'd get locked with his front side and couldn't get through it. He's doing work, and it seems to show. He hit a ball last night about as far as a left-handed hitter has all year." Arroyo's clearest path to playing time in the big leagues is still at second base, but his timeline to join the Reds could be fast-tracked if he continues to show offensive upside. He's a switch-hitter who makes plenty of contact, but if he joins the Reds later this year, he will most likely serve as a utility infielder.
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Tyler Glasnow Resumes Playing Catch, Hopes to Get on a Mound Soon
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) has resumed playing catch over the last couple of days, and the goal is for him to get off a mound soon, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. If all goes well when Glasnow returns to the mound, he could go right back into the Dodgers' starting rotation without going on a minor-league rehab assignment. Glasnow appears to be recovering nicely after being put on the 15-day injured list with lower-back spasms on May 8. The hard-throwing 32-year-old veteran should be stashed in all fantasy leagues despite being sidelined with an injury, and he's currently rostered in 97% of Yahoo leagues. Before his back seized up on him, the former fifth-rounder by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2011 went 3-0 with a 2.72 ERA (3.26 FIP) and 0.83 WHIP with 49 strikeouts and 13 walks in 39 2/3 innings across his seven starts. Injuries have been an issue for Glasnow in his career, but when he's healthy, he has high-end strikeout upside while pitching for one of the best teams in baseball.
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Source: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
Jack Perkins Blows Second Save, Should Fantasy Managers be Concerned?
Athletics right-handed reliever Jack Perkins blew his second save of the season and took his second loss of 2026 in Thursday's 5-4 loss in Sacramento to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals. Perkins entered in the top of the ninth inning with a one-run lead in a 4-3 ballgame but proceeded to allow two earned runs on three hits without a walk or a strikeout in two-thirds of an inning. He blew his first save on May 6 against the Philadelphia Phillies and took the loss when he gave up four runs (two earned) while walking one and striking out two. In his two outings after that, Perkins gave up an earned run with one hold in 1 2/3 innings pitched, so he has now given up five earned runs in his last 3 2/3 innings for the A's, which could easily cause him to lose his grip on the closer's role for the A's. After his second blown save on Thursday, his ERA swells to 4.76. Hogan Harris picked up the team's last save last Friday, and he could get the team's next save opportunity with Perkins struggling of late. Perkins is currently rostered in just 18% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ryan Johnson Takes Over as Canucks GM, Sedins Promoted to Co-Presidents
The Vancouver Canucks have named Ryan Johnson as their new general manager, ESPN's Ryan S. Clark reports. Additionally, the team named Daniel and Henrik Sedin as co-presidents of hockey operations. Johnson, who has served as an assistant general manager for two years, will replace Patrik Allvin. The Canucks fired Allvin in April after the team had one of the worst seasons in franchise history, finishing with the worst record in the league. During Allvin's four years in charge, Vancouver made the playoffs only once, reaching the second round in 2024. In total, the team has made the postseason just twice since the Sedins retired from playing in 2018. The legendary forwards joined the hockey operations department in 2021. They will replace Jim Rutherford, who is stepping down from his role as president after the draft in June.
Source: Ryan S. Clark
Source: Ryan S. Clark
Drew Helleson Won't Play Thursday
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Drew Helleson (undisclosed) won't be in the lineup in Game 6 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports. He will miss a third straight game due to an undisclosed injury. With Radko Gudas (lower body) also not expected to play, Olen Zellweger and Ian Moore will continue to operate as the third-pairing defensemen. The two have seen offensive success recently. In Game 4, Moore scored a goal with Zellweger picking up an assist, and Zellweger then lit the lamp himself in Game 5. That said, the Ducks face elimination on Thursday and will likely lean more on their top-four group on defense.
Source: Derek Lee
Source: Derek Lee
Radko Gudas Unlikely to Play Thursday
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (lower body) is set to remain on the shelf Thursday night in Game 6 against the Vegas Golden Knights, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports. Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville said Gudas is "not likely" to play. Thursday's contest will mark Gudas' 10th consecutive absence. The team is missing his leadership and physical presence, but at least Olen Zellweger has brought a creative spark as Gudas' replacement on the third defensive pairing. He has notched a goal and an assist in the last two games.
Source: Derek Lee
Source: Derek Lee
Brewers Expected to Make Decision on Christian Yelich on Friday
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy said, "Tomorrow will be telling whether he will need a longer break," when asked about whether outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich (back) will need to go on the injured list for the second time this season. Yelich just returned on Tuesday from a groin injury, but he could be forced to go right back on the IL on Friday after reporting back soreness after his first game back. Because of his lengthy history with back issues -- Yelich had a microdiscectomy procedure in 2024 -- the Brewers aren't going to take any chances here. The 34-year-old former MVP and two-time batting champion has battled injuries for years, and that could be the case again in 2026 after he played in 150 regular-season games in 2025. Through 16 games so far in 2026, Yelich has hit .291 (16-for-55) but with only one homer for the Brew Crew. Jake Bauers and Andrew Vaughn figure to split DH duties in Milwaukee if Yelich goes back on the shelf.
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Todd Rosiak
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Todd Rosiak
Jeremy Lauzon Remains Out Thursday
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon (undisclosed) will remain out on Thursday in Game 6 against the Anaheim Ducks, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports. Lauzon took a puck to the head in the final game of Vegas' first-round matchup against Utah and hasn't featured in Round 2. Due to his absence, Ben Hutton has played regularly. Unfortunately, he has been a non-factor in fantasy, registering zero points, six SOG, six blocks, and one hit in 14:04 of ice time per game across five appearances.
Source: Jesse Granger
Source: Jesse Granger
Shohei Ohtani Sitting Again as a Hitter in Thursday's Series Finale
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will not be in the starting lineup as a hitter for the second straight day in Thursday's series finale against the division-rival San Francisco Giants, according to MLB.com. Catcher Will Smith will serve as the designated hitter and will bat leadoff, with Dalton Rushing doing the catching for right-hander Emmet Sheehan while hitting seventh against Giants right-hander Landon Roupp. Although Ohtani hit a home run on Tuesday night in a Dodgers loss, he has been struggling offensively for much of the 2026 season, and manager Dave Roberts confirmed earlier this week that he was considering resting the Japanese superstar for multiple days to get his head right. Believe it or not, even the 31-year-old four-time MVP is prone to slumps. He's currently slashing .240/.370/.427 with a .796 OPS, seven home runs, 17 RBI, 27 runs scored, and five steals across 150 at-bats. Ohtani has hit just .150 (6-for-40) with a homer, four RBI, six runs, and a steal in 46 plate appearances across 12 games in May.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Mark Stone Misses Third Consecutive Game
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (lower body) won't play in Game 6 against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports. The Golden Knights captain continues to deal with a lower-body injury, which he sustained in Game 3 of the series. No changes are planned to Vegas' forward lines, meaning Brandon Saad will continue to fill in for Stone. He has notched one assist in two games since entering the lineup. However, Saad has been limited to 9:29 of ice time per game, making him a tough player to trust in DFS.
Source: Jesse Granger
Source: Jesse Granger
Should Michael Soroka be Rostered in More Fantasy Leagues?
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka was definitely not on the radar in many fantasy leagues entering his seventh season in the big leagues after posting a 4.52 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 95:29 K:BB in 89 2/3 frames across his 22 appearances (17 starts) in 2025 with the Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs. The stuff wasn't terrible, but the 28-year-old had not reached 90 innings at the big-league level since 2019. So far in his eight starts in 2026 in the desert, Soroka has impressed with a 5-2 record, 3.53 ERA (3.18 FIP), and 1.31 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 12 walks in 43 1/3 frames. Since allowing a season-high eight earned runs on 10 hits in just three innings versus the Milwaukee Brewers on April 30, Soroka has locked things back in with one earned run allowed, three walks, and 11 strikeouts in 12 2/3 innings in two starts against the Pirates and Rangers. His 4.76 expected ERA points to regression, but Soroka can still be a useful matchup-based streamer for fantasy managers. His next outing on the road in Colorado at hitter-friendly Coors Field will be a dicey one. Soroka is currently rostered in 59% of Yahoo leagues, where he also carries relief eligibility.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Kris Knoblauch Fired as Oilers Head Coach
The Edmonton Oilers fired head coach Kris Knoblauch on Thursday. Edmonton is on the hunt for its 10th head coach in 15 years, even after reaching a three-year contract extension with Knoblauch last October that was intended to begin next season. In his first two years behind the bench, Knoblauch led the Oilers to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals. He couldn't match those heights in 2025-26, as the team was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs in six games by the Anaheim Ducks. The 47-year-old had a 135-77-21 record in 233 regular-season games with Edmonton.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Micah Parsons Expected to Miss the Early Part of the Season
NFL reporter Adam Schefter said on ESPN's Get Up that the Green Bay Packers expect All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons (knee) to miss the early part of the 2026 season while he recovers from the torn ACL that he suffered on Dec. 14 last year against the Denver Broncos. With that said, Parsons will be a candidate to be placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin the regular season. Parsons could potentially miss the first three to four games this fall, but as Schefter points out, we are still around five months away from Week 1, so Parsons has plenty of time to beat his current timetable. Green Bay sent two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark to the Dallas Cowboys to acquire Parsons before the start of last season. The 26-year-old made an immediate impact in his new digs, tallying 12.5 sacks and 41 tackles (19 solo) in 14 games before suffering his season-ending knee injury. The Packers' defense was not the same the rest of the way. Parsons' IDP fantasy stock will slip slightly this year because he might not be ready to go by Week 1, but he should still be considered a top-20 defensive lineman.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Colby Parkinson a Clear Dynasty Sell-High Candidate Entering 2026
Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson turned in the best season of his career in 2025, recording 43 receptions for 408 yards and eight touchdowns on 56 targets across 15 games. While Parkinson's production can't be ignored, all signs point to regression heading into 2026. The 27-year-old has never averaged even four targets per game in any of his six NFL seasons, leading his fantasy outlook to be heavily reliant on touchdown-scoring. Additionally, Parkinson faces significant competition for tight end snaps in Los Angeles from the combination of Tyler Higbee, 2025 second-rounder Terrance Ferguson, and 2026 second-rounder Max Klare. The Rams are known for using multiple-tight-end personnel groupings at a high rate, which helps Parkinson's playing time outlook. Still, expecting him to provide consistent fantasy production every week looks like a losing proposition for fantasy managers. RotoBaller currently ranks Parkinson as the 49th-best tight end for dynasty formats.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
