February 23, 2026
Los Angeles Chargers center Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement from professional football on Monday on his Instagram account, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. Bozeman will hang up his cleats after playing for three different teams (Chargers, Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers) over his eight seasons. The 31-year-old was drafted in the sixth round in 2018 out of Alabama by the Ravens, and he played in Baltimore for the first four seasons of his career. He spent 2022 and 2023 with the Panthers before joining the Chargers each of the last two years. Bozeman played in at least 14 games in all eight of his NFL seasons and started 110 of the 129 games he appeared in over the course of his career. Offensive line was already a big area of need for L.A. this offseason before Bozeman's retirement. The Bolts are expected to target center Tyler Linderbaum in free agency to help bolster their O-line.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Kris Rhim
February 23, 2026
Green Bay Packers impending free-agent quarterback
Malik Willis and Alabama QB Ty Simpson are among the "external quarterbacks" on the Cleveland Browns' radar with the NFL scouting combine kicking off this week, according to Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. Meanwhile, the Browns are still trying to decide if they think one of
Shedeur Sanders or
Deshaun Watson (Achilles) can be their starter in 2026. Watson has more experience in the NFL, but he didn't play at all last year due to a torn Achilles he suffered in 2024, and he's rarely been available for Cleveland since signing a massive five-year, $230 million contract with the team in March of 2022. Sanders, a fifth-rounder, predictably in his first eight games (seven starts) last year, completing 56.6% of his passes for 1,400 yards, seven touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. The Browns bringing in Willis or Simpson would signal their lack of faith in both Watson and Sanders going into the 2026 season.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
February 23, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Indiana after sitting out the last five contests due to right knee management and shin soreness. The questionable tag signals progress, though his status remains uncertain. If Embiid is held out again,
Andre Drummond and
Adem Bona would continue to split center duties. Drummond produced six points and nine rebounds in his last start, while Bona added eight points and five boards.
Tyrese Maxey would also retain elevated scoring and playmaking responsibilities if Embiid remains sidelined.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
According to Justin Turpin of WEEI.com, Boston Celtics forward
Jaylen Brown (knee) is considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. Brown is dealing with a left knee contusion after posting 32 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 36 minutes against the Lakers on Sunday. Fantasy managers should have a better idea of the 29-year-old's status after he goes through shootaround and pregame warmups before tomorrow evening's tilt.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Justin Turpin
February 23, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Ty Jerome (illness) is unlikely to play Monday against the Kings, per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Jerome remains listed as questionable, but indications are he will be held out. His potential absence would free up additional backcourt minutes for
Scotty Pippen Jr.,
Cam Spencer,
Javon Small, and
Walter Clayton Jr. Pippen posted 18 points, six assists, two steals, and three triples last game, while Small and Clayton each logged 26 minutes. Pippen profiles as the strongest streamer if Jerome sits.
--Brian DailisanSource: Damichael Cole
February 23, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Cooper Flagg (foot) will miss Tuesday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. The 19-year-old rookie will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive game due to a left midfoot sprain. His next opportunity to return comes Thursday versus Sacramento. In Flagg's absence,
Max Christie and
Khris Middleton should continue to see expanded offensive roles. Middleton finished with 25 points, seven assists, and one steal in Sunday's win over Indiana, making him a solid streaming option in most formats.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Devin Carter (back) is out for Monday's game against Memphis after being added late to the injury report with lower-back soreness. His absence should open additional ballhandling and scoring chances in the backcourt.
Malik Monk is positioned for a larger offensive role after posting 19 points, six assists, and three triples last game, while
Nique Clifford could see steadier involvement as well.
Russell Westbrook will continue to initiate the offense. Newly signed
Killian Hayes may factor into the rotation, though his role remains uncertain.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
Toronto Raptors guard/forward
Scottie Barnes (personal) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Thunder after sitting out Sunday. The 24-year-old has been a category anchor over his last five games, averaging 18.2 points, 9.2 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.8 blocks in 33.2 minutes while shooting 52.2 percent from the field. His return trims the roles of
Gradey Dick and
Ja'Kobe Walter and could slightly reduce
Immanuel Quickley's on-ball reps. Barnes remains a must-start option in all formats given his across-the-board production.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
Will Zalatoris has made just two starts to begin 2026, finishing T18 at The American Express and missing the cut at the Farmers Insurance Open. He looks to build some momentum as he makes his tournament debut at the Cognizant Classic this week. Through those two events, he ranks 12th in total strokes gained (+1.388 per round), 29th off the tee (+0.508), and 25th on approach (+0.602). Accuracy is likely to play a major role at PGA National, and he sits 72nd in driving and 17th in proximity from 150-175 yards (23'5"), a range that accounted for the most approach shots here last season. His putting has teetered early in the year, gaining over 2.1 strokes at the AMEX, but losing more than 2.2 at Torrey. Even with a small sample size, Zalatoris looks like a solid fantasy option at $8,400 on DraftKings if he has a decent week with the flat stick.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
February 23, 2026
Toronto Raptors center
Jakob Poeltl (back) is out for Tuesday's game against the Thunder as the team manages his lower back in the first half of a back-to-back. His absence opens minutes for
Collin Murray-Boyles and
Sandro Mamukelashvili. Mamukelashvili posted 15 points, four rebounds, four assists, three triples, and one steal in 23 minutes last game, while Murray-Boyles logged 29 minutes in a recent start. Both are viable deep-league streamers, with Mamukelashvili offering more scoring and Murray-Boyles supplying steals and blocks.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
According to Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com, Brooklyn Nets guard/forward
Ziaire Williams (personal) will be available for Tuesday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. The 24-year-old missed the previous two contests due to a personal matter. Williams is averaging 9.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 22.9 minutes across 39 appearances this season. Even with his return, he is unlikely to carry meaningful fantasy appeal in most formats.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Erik Slater
February 23, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans guard
Dejounte Murray (Achilles) has been cleared to play Tuesday against Golden State after missing most of the season while recovering from a ruptured Achilles. The 29-year-old is expected to return with a monitored workload, potentially easing in off the bench as the team manages his minutes. His return clouds
Jeremiah Fears' role after Fears logged seven points, seven rebounds, and six assists in 25 minutes last game. Murray's presence should also trim
Jordan Poole's usage. Murray carries upside in assists and steals but comes with short-term minutes risk.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 23, 2026
Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (illness) should be available as the NHL season continues this week, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Citizen reports. The Swedish netminder dealt with flu-like symptoms before the Olympic break and was unavailable for one game. Additionally, Ullmark has missed time this season due to personal reasons. He has posted a 16-8-5 record in 30 starts, allowing 2.86 goals with a .884 save percentage. Ottawa needs Ullmark to be at the top of his game to make the playoffs. The team resumes play on Thursday against Detroit, currently six points behind the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
--Taavi PailkSource: Bruce Garrioch
February 23, 2026
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Phoenix Suns forward
Dillon Brooks (hand) will miss 4-to-6 weeks due to sustaining a broken left hand during Saturday's 113-110 win over the Orlando Magic. Brooks earliest return to action would be in late March if he is cleared to play by then. The 30-year-old has been outstanding this season, averaging a career-high 21.2 points with 3.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.1 steals. While Brooks is sidelined, fantasy managers can expect
Collin Gillespie,
Jalen Green, and
Grayson Allen to lead the offense, especially with
Devin Booker (hip) also out for a few more games.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
February 23, 2026
Utah Jazz center
Jusuf Nurkic (nose) is scheduled to undergo surgery this week that will sideline him for the remainder of the season, according to Chris Haynes of NBA TV. The 31-year-old has dealt with breathing issues stemming from a prior fracture and finishes the year averaging 10.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.3 steals in 26.4 minutes across 41 games. His absence locks
Kyle Filipowski into a featured role after a 20-point, six-rebound, four-assist, two-steal, two-block effort in 28 minutes last game. Filipowski is a must-roster option, while
Lauri Markkanen and
Isaiah Collier should see added playmaking touches.
--Brian DailisanSource: Chris Haynes
February 23, 2026
Rasmus Hojgaard is off to a solid start to 2026, with progressively better finishes of T44, T30, and most recently, T24 at the WM Phoenix Open. He'll look to continue that trend at the Cognizant Classic, where he missed the cut in his only appearance in 2024. Hojgaard ranks 23rd in total strokes gained (+1.234 per round), including 23rd off the tee (+0.564) and 21st in putting (+0.776). The only issue comes with precision, as he sits just 160th in driving accuracy and 152nd in proximity from 150-175 yards (33'3"), a range that accounted for 21.7% of approach shots here last year. Despite the precision concerns, Hojgaard still profiles as a strong fantasy option in a weaker field than we've seen recently.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
February 23, 2026
San Jose Sharks right wing Ryan Reaves (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Monday. The enforcer will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Calgary Flames. Reaves sustained an upper-body injury prior to the Olympic break but missed only one contest. In 46 outings this season, Reaves has contributed three goals while amassing 32 penalty minutes and 142 hits. He is tied for 29th in the league with 3.1 hits per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: San Jose Sharks PR
February 23, 2026
Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren (lower body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Monday. The veteran netminder missed four games before the Olympic break due to a lower-body injury. Serving as Logan Thompson's backup, Lindgren has gone 8-6-3 in 17 starts this season, posting a 3.37 goals-against average, a .884 save percentage, and one shutout. Washington will resume the season on Wednesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. The team also has a back-to-back on Friday and Saturday, so Lindgren is likely to start at least once this week.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 23, 2026
Buffalo Sabres center Josh Norris (ribs) will rejoin the lineup on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils. The 26-year-old injured his ribs in mid-January and has missed 12 games. Norris has also missed time with an upper-body injury this season, appearing in only 19 contests. He has recorded six goals and 11 assists. Norris' return provides a significant boost for Buffalo's forward group, especially with Zach Benson (upper body) expected to be sidelined for at least three more games. Norris will join the first power-play unit and skate with Josh Doan and Noah Ostlund at even strength.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 23, 2026
Max McGreevy missed the cut at last week's The Genesis Invitational following a tied-for-29th finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. McGreevy has had a solid start to 2026, but has lost strokes, putting in four of his six appearances. If he can improve his putting, he could give himself a chance to be near the top of the leaderboard on Sunday at this week's Cognizant Classic. McGreevy finished tied for fourth at last year's Cognizant Classic. Over the past 12 months, McGreevy ranks in the 17th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Rico Hoey missed the cut at last week's The Genesis Invitational following a tied-for-67th finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. This was Hoey's first missed cut in six starts this season. His best finish came at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, where he finished tied for 24th. Hoey will need to improve almost every facet of his game to have a chance to compete this week. He lost strokes across the board last week, except on the putting green, gaining 0.98 strokes there. Hoey finished tied for 25th at last year's Cognizant Classic. Over the past 12 months, Hoey ranks in the 69th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Austin Eckroat returns to action this week after missing the cut at the Waste Management Phoenix Open two weeks ago. Eckroat has had a rough start to the 2026 season, missing the cut in three of his four starts. His best finish was tied for 49th at the Farmers Insurance Open. Eckroat has had mixed results at the Cognizant Classic, missing the cut in 2025 but winning the tournament in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Eckroat ranks in the 79th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Aaron Rai finished tied for 28th at last week's The Genesis Invitational, followed by a tied for 73rd finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. This was a welcome sign for Rai as he gained strokes across the board except off the tee. Rai gained over 0.50 strokes on approach and 0.39 strokes putting last week. He'll need to continue to flash his strong approach play to have a chance to compete this week. Over the past 12 months, Rai ranks in the 99th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Shane Lowry finished tied for 24th at last week's The Genesis Invitational, and this was followed by a tied for eighth finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Lowry has three top-25 finishes in four starts so far this season. Lowry has played well at the Cognizant Classic, finishing tied for 11th in 2025 and tied for fourth in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Lowry ranks in the 93rd percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Max Homa finished tied for 37th at last week's The Genesis Invitational and is set to play in this week's Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches. This will mark Homa's first appearance at the Cognizant Classic. Homa has started strongly this season but has yet to crack a top-25 finish. Over the past 12 months, Homa ranks in the 29th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because at last year's Cognizant Classic over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Ryan Gerard finished tied for 28th at last week's Genesis Invitational, and that was followed by a T45 finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Gerard has gained strokes on approach in four of his five starts this season and gained over 1.50 strokes at The Genesis Invitational. This week will mark Gerard's second appearance at the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, and he finished tied for 25th last year. Over the past 12 months, Gerard ranks in the 49th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out, because at last year's Cognizant Classic, over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Luke Clanton is set to make his fourth start of the 2026 season at this week's Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches. Clanton has endured a tough start to the 2026 season, missing the cut twice and withdrawing once. At last year's Cognizant Classic, Clanton finished tied for 18th and hopes to best that this year. The only bright spot of Clanton's play so far this season has been his approach play, gaining strokes on approach in both tournaments where he ultimately missed the cut. Over the past 12 months, Clanton ranks in the 55th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning, because at last year's Cognizant Classic, over 40% of approach shots came from this distance.
--Ian Christenson - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
February 23, 2026
Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen likely won't be available on Wednesday against the Winnipeg Jets. The 30-year-old was part of Finland's bronze-winning team in Milan and is dealing with travel delays. With Thatcher Demko (hip) out for the season, Lankinen has been Vancouver's de facto starter. It's been a tough campaign for him, as Lankinen holds a 7-19-4 record. He has allowed 3.67 goals with a .876 save percentage. The Canucks will lean on Nikita Tolopilo and Jiri Patera until Lankinen rejoins the team. The two have combined for a 3-4-1 record this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
February 23, 2026
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (upper body) won't be available when the team begins a three-game road trip this week. "He will not be available for Vancouver; we'll kind of give you a heads-up from there," Jets head coach Scott Arniel said after Monday's practice. The Jets will restart the season on Wednesday in Vancouver and will also travel to Anaheim and San Jose this week. Morrissey sustained an upper-body injury during Team Canada's Olympic opener against Czechia. The 30-year-old is a key cog for Winnipeg, leading the team in ice time at 24:37 per game and recording 42 points (10 goals, 32 assists) in 56 games. Neal Pionk (lower body), who hasn't played since Jan. 13, is expected to be available on Wednesday, and his return will be a welcome boost for Winnipeg's defense.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 23, 2026
Dallas Stars winger Mikko Rantanen (lower body) will not be in the lineup when the team returns to action this week. The Finnish superstar suffered a lower-body injury at the Olympics and could be out for a couple of games, according to Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan. Rantanen leads his team with 69 points (20 goals, 49 assists) in 54 games, and his absence will be a massive blow for the Stars. On Wednesday, Dallas' frontline may also be without Roope Hintz (illness) and Radek Faksa (upper body). As a result, Sam Steel could get a new opportunity in the top six.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
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