October 15, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno (personal) will sit out Wednesday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues. The Blackhawks captain has left the team to be with his daughter, who is dealing with a health issue. The team announced that Foligno's absence will be "brief," suggesting he may return to the lineup later this week. Chicago also has games scheduled for Friday and Sunday. In the meantime, Sam Lafferty will likely enter the lineup as Foligno's replacement. He's had a very limited role in two prior appearances this season and should remain on the waiver wire in fantasy leagues.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
October 15, 2025
Detroit Red Wings right wing Lucas Raymond (upper body) won't be in the lineup against the Florida Panthers on Wednesday. Raymond suffered an upper-body injury in Monday's contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs and will be shelved for at least one game. The Swedish forward is considered day-to-day and skated on Wednesday morning, so he is unlikely to be out for long. On Wednesday, Mason Appleton will take Raymond's spot on the first line, while James van Riemsdyk is expected to join the first power-play unit. Both players will have increased fantasy value against Florida and enter the matchup with good momentum. Van Riemsdyk scored a power-play goal on Monday, and Appleton netted the game-winning tally in a 3-2 victory.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
October 15, 2025
Carolina Panthers wide receiver
Jalen Coker (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Coker was apparently "really close" to returning to the field in Week 6 against the Cowboys, according to head coach Dave Canales, but the team opted to give him another week. Canales said on Wednesday that the plan is for Coker to play this week, but he wants to make sure that he can "handle the load" on gameday. His practice window was opened last week, and he practiced in full every day in practice, which should give him a good chance at making his season debut in Week 7 against the Jets. The 23-year-old could slide in immediately as the No. 2 wide receiver behind star rookie
Tetairoa McMillan, as no other Carolina pass catcher has emerged. Coker is a worthwhile pickup off the waiver wire in 12-team leagues where available.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Carolina Panthers
October 15, 2025
Shams Charania of ESPN reports that New York Knicks guard
Malcolm Brogdon has decided to retire after nine seasons in the NBA. Brogdon was viewed as a key bench piece by his new team and Charania also added that the 32-year-old was set to make New York's final roster going into the upcoming campaign. However, Brogdon has suddenly decided to move on and retire. The 2016-17 Rookie of the Year with Milwaukee and the Sixth Man of the Year for 2022-23 with Boston closes out his career with averages of 15.3 points, 4.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds across 463 regular-season appearances.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
October 15, 2025
Carolina Panthers tight end
Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle) was listed as limited in the team's Wednesday practice report. Sanders has missed three straight games as he continues to nurse an ankle issue, but he is trending in the right direction with a practice to begin the week. Sanders was productive in the three games he played, catching 11 of 14 targets for 92 yards. If he's unable to go again in Week 7, the tight end snaps will be mixed again between
Tommy Tremble,
Mitchell Evans, and
James Mitchell.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Carolina Panthers
October 15, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, free-agent guard
Russell Westbrook has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The 36-year-old veteran is expected to serve as a backup to
Dennis Schroder, providing much-needed depth to a Kings bench that struggled to produce last season. While his MVP days are behind him, Westbrook is coming off a solid campaign with the Nuggets, averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds across 75 appearances. He should still deliver occasional bursts of fantasy value throughout the year in a reserve role.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
October 15, 2025
The Los Angeles Chargers opened the 21-day practice window for edge defender Khalik Mack (elbow), and he will practice on Wednesday in some capacity, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. Mack returns to the practice field for the first time since injuring his elbow in Week 2 against the Raiders. The veteran will have three weeks to ramp up in practice before he needs to be activated from the injured reserve. Mack will provide a big boost to a Chargers defense that has allowed 54 points over the last two weeks. It remains to be seen if he will be ready to go for their Week 7 matchup at home against the Colts.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Kris Rhim
October 15, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (hamstring) will participate in practice on Wednesday, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. Johnston missed his first game of the season against Miami in Week 6, but looks to be on the right track to return in Week 7, although he was limited in practice throughout last week and ultimately didn't suit up. Johnston has had a fantastic start to his third season through five games, racking up 26 catches on 40 targets for 377yards and four touchdowns. The 24-year-old leads the team in receiving yards and touchdowns, even with missing one game. His status for Week 7 against Indianapolis should become clearer as the week goes on.
UPDATE: Johnston was limited on Wednesday.--Kyle McCarthySource: Kris Rhim
October 15, 2025
Tennessee Titans wide receiver
Calvin Ridley (hamstring) was not spotted at practice on Wednesday, according to Jim Wyatt of TennesseeTitans.com. Ridley played only six offensive snaps in the Week 6 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday before injuring his hamstring and never returning. The 30-year-old is on the wrong side of questionable early in the week after not practicing on Wednesday, but he still has two more days to get back on the practice field. If he is unable to go this weekend against the New England Patriots, rookie wideout
Elic Ayomanor should operate as the Titans' No. 1 receiver. Veteran
Van Jefferson would also be in line for an expanded role for the second straight week. Ridley has had a very disappointing 2025 campaign to this point, catching 16 passes for 290 yards in six games. He's still searching for his first touchdown.
--Keith HernandezSource: TennesseeTitans.com - Jim Wyatt
October 15, 2025
Updating a previous report, Carolina Panthers running back
Chuba Hubbard (calf) was officially a limited participant in his return to practice on Wednesday, according to David Newton of ESPN. This is the first time that Hubbard has practiced since injuring his calf in Week 4. The 26-year-old missed Weeks 5 and 6 and left backfield duties to
Rico Dowdle, who took full advantage of the elevated role to go for 473 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on 60 touchdowns over that span. Dowdle's domination has allowed the Panthers to slow-play Hubbard's return, but it looks like he could make it back this Sunday against the New York Jets. Carolina has said that it will be more of an even split in the backfield between Hubbard and Dowdle when Hubbard returns, which will lower the fantasy ceilings of both RBs. Dowdle could see more work in Week 7 if Hubbard is eased back into the offense this weekend.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - David Newton
October 15, 2025
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said that the team will not name a starting quarterback on Wednesday for their Week 7 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic. O'Connell said that both
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) and
Carson Wentz (shoulder) will get work in practice on Wednesday. The 22-year-old McCarthy was named the starter going into the regular season, but he suffered a right high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and hasn't played since. It sounds like he has made progress coming out of the bye week, but O'Connell has also hinted that it might be good for the young signal-caller to sit and learn behind Wentz a little longer. The Vikings are playing it close to the vest, but McCarthy also might need a full week of practice before the team trusts him to take back over as the starter. Wentz injured his left (non-throwing) shoulder in the Week 5 win in London over the Cleveland Browns, but he should be fine to start this weekend, if the Vikings choose to sit McCarthy another week.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Alec Lewis
October 15, 2025
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that wide receiver
Tutu Atwell (hamstring) will be limited in Wednesday's practice, per Stu Jackson. Atwell missed the Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens due to a knee injury, but the 26-year-old is on the right track to make his return in London this Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. It couldn't come at a better time for the Rams, either, with star wideout
Puka Nacua (ankle) up in the air to play due to an ankle injury that he suffered on Sunday. The Rams have been optimistic about Atwell playing this weekend, but he might need to get in a full practice on Thursday or Friday to avoid taking a questionable designation into the weekend. Atwell could see more playing time if he returns to the fold against the Jags, but he'll only be in consideration as a deep-league flex play if Nacua is inactive.
--Keith HernandezSource: Stu Jackson
October 15, 2025
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that running back
Blake Corum (ankle) will not practice on Wednesday, according to Stu Jackson. Corum suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens and is now in danger of missing the Week 7 game in London on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 24-year-old is considered day-to-day for now after being able to return to the field on Sunday in Baltimore after initially injuring his ankle. Corum has not had any standalone fantasy value this year while working as
Kyren Williams' backup, so even if he's cleared to play this weekend, he should stay on your bench. If Corum doesn't get cleared to play overseas on Sunday, rookie
Jarquez Hunter would take on an elevated role as the change-of-pace back behind Williams.
--Keith HernandezSource: Stu Jackson
October 15, 2025
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that wide receiver
Puka Nacua (ankle) will not practice on Wednesday, according to Sarah Barshop of ESPN. Nacua is being considered day-to-day after injuring his left ankle in the team's Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens, but he is firmly up in the air to play in London in Week 7 versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. The fact that the 24-year-old isn't practicing on Wednesday is not a great sign, but he still has two days to get back on the field. It seems more likely that the Rams will hold the star wideout out of this weekend's game, with their bye coming in Week 8. We will continue to closely monitor Nacua's status, but fantasy managers should be preparing as if he won't suit up for their international game. If Nacua is out,
Davante Adams will operate as the WR1, with
Jordan Whittington and
Tutu Atwell (hamstring) seeing an uptick in targets, too.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Sarah Barshop
October 15, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) returned to practice Wednesday after exiting Week 6 early. The 24-year-old has recorded 12 receptions for 129 yards this season and could be in line for more work if healthy heading into Sunday's matchup with Arizona. However, Wicks may face added competition for targets following
Matthew Golden's breakout performance last week. The Packers' passing game draws a favorable matchup against a Cardinals defense ranked 28th against the pass, giving Wicks some deep-league streaming appeal if he's active. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his practice participation as the week progresses.
UPDATE: Wicks was limited in Wednesday's practice.--Shaun AlbinSource: Mike Spofford
October 15, 2025
Carolina Panthers running back
Chuba Hubbard (calf) returned to practice Wednesday after missing the past two games. During his absence,
Rico Dowdle has impressed, which could impact the backfield rotation moving forward. Earlier in the season, Hubbard held a near two-to-one edge in snaps over Dowdle, but that split may narrow as the coaching staff rewards Dowdle's recent success. While Hubbard's return will cut into Dowdle's fantasy value, both backs could remain involved against a vulnerable Jets run defense that ranks 23rd in the league, allowing 130 rushing yards per game. Fantasy managers should monitor practice reports this week to see how Carolina plans to divide touches ahead of Sunday's matchup.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Darin Gantt
October 15, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver
Calvin Austin III (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday night's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, marking his second straight missed game. Before suffering the injury, Austin had started all four contests, recording 10 receptions on 17 targets for 139 yards and two touchdowns. In his absence, tight end
Darnell Washington has seen an increased target share, while
D.K. Metcalf continues to build strong chemistry with quarterback
Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers will face a favorable matchup against a Bengals defense ranked 31st overall, giving their passing attack an opportunity to stay productive even without Austin on the field.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Nick Farabaugh
October 15, 2025
Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said that right-hander
Cade Horton (ribs) would have been on the roster if the team had advanced to the National League Championship Series, and the expectation is that he will have a "relatively normal offseason," according to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. "Given how much of a competitor he is, I was sad for him that he didn't get to pitch in the postseason. I know that's going to be his No. 1 goal going forward," Hoyer said. The 24-year-old suffered a right-rib fracture late in September and was not available for either the wild-card series against the San Diego Padres or the NL Division Series versus the Milwaukee Brewers. The former seventh overall pick out of Oklahoma back in 2022 really impressed in his first 23 big-league outings (22 starts) for the Cubs in 2025, posting a strong 2.67 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 97 K's in 118 innings. Horton is going to be a popular starting pitching target with upside in fantasy drafts next spring.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Jordan Bastian
October 15, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen stated the team plans to expand rookie wide receiver
Travis Hunter's role moving forward, utilizing his elite speed and athleticism more frequently within the offense. The second overall pick has caught 20 of 31 targets for 197 yards but has yet to find the end zone in his debut season. Despite early frustrations for fantasy managers, Coen's comments suggest an uptick in volume could be coming soon. Hunter's versatility as both a wide receiver and cornerback makes him one of the league's most dynamic young players, and additional touches could quickly boost his fantasy value. Managers in deeper leagues may want to hold tight, as Hunter's breakout could be on the horizon.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Michael DiRocco
October 15, 2025
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (knee) could return to action following the team's bye week on November 9. Overshown has been sidelined since tearing his ACL, MCL, and PCL in December 2024 but has made steady progress in his recovery. Before the injury, the former third-round pick led the Cowboys with 90 tackles in 13 games and showcased elite athleticism throughout his rookie campaign. Jones' update suggests the team is targeting a cautious return timeline to ensure Overshown is fully ready for the stretch run. His eventual return would provide a major boost to a Dallas defense that's been inconsistent and thin at linebacker depth this season after trading Micah Parsons.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Todd Archer
October 15, 2025
The Cleveland Guardians re-signed catcher
Austin Hedges to a one-year, $4 million deal on Tuesday that includes $500,000 in incentives, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Hedges is not on the fantasy radar at all as a zero with the bat in his hands, but the 33-year-old veteran is a strong defensive catcher and will return to serve as
Bo Naylor's backup in 2026. Hedges will head into his third year in Cleveland after hitting .157/.229/.251 with a rough .480 OPS, seven home runs, six doubles, 25 RBI, 25 runs scored, and three stolen bases in 134 games over the past two seasons. The former second-round pick has a .185/.244/.313 career slash line, .556 OPS, and 74 long balls in 820 regular-season games across his 11 big-league seasons. Avoid him in fantasy, even in deep two-catcher formats.
--Keith HernandezSource: New York Post - Jon Heyman
October 15, 2025
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver
KaVontae Turpin (foot) returned to practice on Wednesday after missing the past two games with a foot sprain. Turpin has quietly been efficient this season, hauling in 11 of 13 targets for 159 yards and a touchdown. While he's not a focal point of the Dallas passing attack, his speed and versatility keep him involved enough to offer deep-league or bye-week appeal. With the Cowboys offense passing at a high volume, Turpin could provide sneaky flex value if he's cleared to play in Week 7. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his practice participation throughout the week before considering him as a potential plug-in option.
UPDATE: Turpin was limited on Wednesday.--Shaun AlbinSource: Joseph Hoyt
October 15, 2025
New York Yankees shortstop
Anthony Volpe (shoulder) underwent surgery to fix a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder on Tuesday, according to Joel Sherman and Greg Joyce of the New York Post. Although Volpe ended up coming one home run shy of his second 20-homer season in 153 regular-season games in 2025, his shoulder injury likely contributed to him hitting a disappointing .212 (114-for-539). The 24-year-old initially injured his left shoulder while diving for a ball on defense in early May. It was impressive that Volpe never landed on the injured list due to the injury, but he had setbacks along the way. Volpe should be recovered in time to be ready for the start of the 2026 regular season, although his timeline in spring training could be affected. He had a .786 OPS before injuring his shoulder on May 3 and a .628 OPS the rest of the season.
--Keith HernandezSource: New York Post - Joel Sherman and Greg Joyce
October 15, 2025
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver
CeeDee Lamb (ankle) returned to practice on Wednesday, opening the possibility to suit up for Sunday's divisional clash with the Washington Commanders. Lamb has missed the past three games, opening the door for
George Pickens to take on a larger role in the passing game. His potential return comes at the perfect time, as the Commanders rank just 23rd against the pass and have struggled to contain top receivers all season. If active, Lamb immediately resumes his role as a must-start WR1 and should provide a significant boost to
Dak Prescott's fantasy outlook as well.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Joseph Hoyt
October 15, 2025
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell sounds confident that the team will get defensive tackle Alim McNeill (knee) back this week for their Monday night showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to MLive's Benjamin Raven. "Barring something happening this week, Alim's freakin' playing, man," Campbell said. McNeil has been practicing with the team for the last two weeks and will have to be activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list by Saturday to play on Monday. He was a full participant in every practice last week, though, so as long as he doesn't suffer a setback with his knee, he should make his 2025 debut in Week 7. The 25-year-old is one of the best interior defensive lineman in the league when healthy, so the Lions will be getting a big boost to their defensive front. McNeill suffered a torn right ACL last December.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLive.com - Benjamin Raven
October 15, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receivers coach Bryan McClendon said that WR
Kameron Johnson "has the physical tools and brightness to go in and play several spots," according to the Pewter Report. The Buccaneers have "all the confidence putting him in games." They feel that Johnson is just scratching the surface and can "make people miss when he has the ball in his hands." The 23-year-old had a career-best performance in the team's Week 6 win over the San Francisco 49ers, catching all four of his targets for 64 yards and a touchdown.
Mike Evans (hamstring) and
Chris Godwin (leg) were already out, and then rookie
Emeka Egbuka (hamstring) went down with an injury on Sunday. Johnson played almost 50% of the offensive snaps, and a bigger role should await him on Monday night against the Detroit Lions, with Godwin and Egbuka unlikely to play. He will be in play as a WR streamer in Week 7, especially if Evans misses another contest.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pewter Report
October 15, 2025
NFL teams that ESPN's Jeremy Fowler has spoken to think the Las Vegas Raiders are "open to trading" wide receiver
Jakobi Meyers, but they "are not actively trying to move him." The sense is that the Raiders "would prefer to play out the season" before making any major determinations about its roster. Meyers requested a trade in the preseason and is having a disappointing season in what has been a bad Raiders offense through six weeks. The 28-year-old pass-catcher hasn't shown much chemistry with quarterback
Geno Smith in 2025. He caught four passes for 39 yards in the Week 6 win over the Tennessee Titans and has not gone over 40 yards in any of the last three games. What has made things even more disappointing is the fact that the Raiders have been without star tight end
Brock Bowers (knee) the last two games, and Meyers still hasn't done much. A Meyers trade would elevate
Tre Tucker to WR1 status in the desert.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
October 15, 2025
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver
Marvin Harrison Jr. (concussion) remains in the league's concussion protocol, according to Dani Sureck of AZCardinals.com. It means that Harrison will almost certainly miss Wednesday's practice, which will be a closed walk-through session. The 23-year-old second-year wideout suffered a concussion on Sunday in the Week 6 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, putting his status up in the air for this weekend's tilt against the visiting Green Bay Packers. Harrison will need to get back on the practice field first, but then he'll need clearance from an independent neurologist later in the week in order to be able to play on Sunday. We'll continue to monitor his status closely throughout the week. With quarterback
Kyler Murray (foot) potentially missing a second straight game, Arizona's offense would lose their best receiver if Harrison cannot play. Harrison's head injury makes
Zay Jones intriguing as a waiver-wire pickup this week for WR depth.
Michael Wilson and
Greg Dortch would also be upgraded if Harrison cannot play in Week 7.
--Keith HernandezSource: AZCardinals.com - Dani Sureck
October 15, 2025
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that wide receiver
Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) will practice this week, but "he's not yet sure what to expect for Sunday" in the Week 7 contest against the division-rival Dallas Cowboys, according to John Keim of ESPN. The Commanders are holding more of a jog-through practice on Wednesday, so we'll have a better assessment of McLaurin's status after Thursday and Friday. We'll update you later on the 30-year-old's participation status on Wednesday, but it's a good sign that McLaurin could return to action after missing the last three games. Washington just placed
Noah Brown (groin, knee) on Injured Reserve, so they could use reinforcements at the WR position for a solid matchup this weekend against Dallas. As long as McLaurin isn't limited if he returns this Sunday, he should be tossed back into starting fantasy lineups if he gets the green light later this week.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - John Keim
October 15, 2025
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that running back
MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) is "getting closer" to returning to practice, but it won't come this week, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN. Lloyd has been on Injured Reserve since Week 1. The 24-year-old is eligible to be activated after already missing four games, but he's not quite ready to get back on the practice field. Once the Packers designate him to return from IR, they will have 21 days to officially bring him back to the 53-man active roster. Lloyd will not return in Week 7 against the Arizona Cardinals, and it's probably unlikely that he'll make his 2025 debut in Week 8 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, either. The Packers had high hopes for Lloyd when they drafted him in the third round in 2024, but injuries have been the story so far, and he managed to play in only one game last year. When he's ready to return, there's no guarantee he'll leapfrog
Emanuel Wilson or
Chris Brooks on the RB depth chart behind starter
Josh Jacobs.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky
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