February 27, 2026
Former title challenger Marlon Vera will look to return to the win column when he takes on David Martinez in the co-main event of UFC Mexico City on Saturday. Vera enters this contest on the first three-fight skid of his career. He came up short against Sean O'Malley and Deiveson Figueiredo, losing via unanimous decision and more recently, he lost to Aiemann Zahabi via controversial split decision. DraftKings sees Vera as the underdog with a salary of $7,300.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 27, 2026
King Green will look to win back-to-back fights when he faces off against Daniel Zellhuber on the main card of UFC Mexico City on Saturday. After suffering back-to-back first-round losses, Green got back in the win column in his last bout by defeating Lance Gibson Jr. via split decision. Prior to beating Gibson, Green suffered a first-round knockout loss to Mauricio Ruffy. DraftKings sees Green as a massive underdog with a salary of $6,800.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 27, 2026
Daniel Zellhuber will aim to bounce back in the win column when he faces off against King Green on the main card of UFC Mexico City on Saturday. Despite beginning his UFC run at a respectable 3-1, Zellhuber is now in a tough spot because he lost his last two fights. Zellhuber was last seen in action in July 2025 at UFC 318, where he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Michael Johnson. DraftKings sees Zellhuber as a massive favorite with a salary of $9,400.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 27, 2026
Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky had a quality performance in Thursday's 5-1 victory against the Maple Leafs. The veteran goalie stopped 28 of 29 shots on goal and allowed just one goal in the contest, which was a power-play goal in the opening minute of the third period by Maple Leafs center John Tavares. Bobrovsky has struggled throughout the 2025-26 season, with totals of a 3.08 goals-against average and .874 save percentage through 41 appearances, but the two-time Vezina trophy-winning netminder is worth rostering across standard formats.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
February 27, 2026
Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand scored two goals in Thursday's 5-1 victory against the Maple Leafs. Marchand opened the scoring in the first period to give the Panthers the lead, and he added an empty-net goal with just over three minutes remaining in the contest while finishing with a plus-two rating. Marchand now has 27 goals through 47 games, which ties him for the team lead, while the veteran forward has totaled 52 points on the season and remains a valuable option across all fantasy leagues.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
February 27, 2026
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson scored twice in a 4-3 overtime loss versus his former team, the New York Islanders, on Thursday. The goals were his 11th and 12th of the season, and he now has 40 points total on the campaign. The first goal was on even strength in the first period, and the second goal came on the power play halfway through the second frame. Dobson's next game will be on Saturday versus the Washington Capitals.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
February 27, 2026
New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer scored two goals in a 4-3 overtime win versus the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night. The first goal came at 17:56 into the second period, and the following goal came just 55 seconds later. The rookie now has 18 goals and 23 assists in 59 games played this season. His next game is on Saturday night versus the Blue Jackets.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
February 27, 2026
The New York Giants are "seriously looking" at some of the top running backs in both the NFL draft and free agency this offseason, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Raanan specifically notes players like Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love and free-agent RBs
Travis Etienne Jr. and
Kenneth Walker III. Even though they already have
Cam Skattebo (ankle) and
Tyrone Tracy Jr. in their backfield, there "seems to be a clear focus on becoming a more physical run-heavy team" under new head coach John Harbaugh. Skattebo, 24, was a fourth-round pick out of Arizona State last year and is a pretty physical back, but the Giants may have concerns about his long-term durability after he suffered a season-ending ankle injury in his rookie campaign. Love, meanwhile, has the skills to be a top-five pick in this year's NFL draft and be a difference-maker at the next level for years to come.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan
February 27, 2026
Felipe Bunes will look to get back in the win column when he takes on Edgar Chairez on the main card of UFC Mexico City on Saturday. Bunes last competed back in August 2025 at UFC Vegas 108, where he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Rafael Estevam. Since joining the UFC in January 2024, Bunes has gone 1-2. DraftKings sees Bunes as the underdog with a salary of $7,200.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 27, 2026
Edgar Chairez will look to win back-to-back fights when he faces off against Felipe Bunes on the main card of UFC Mexico City on Saturday. Chairez was last seen in action in March 2025 at UFC Mexico City, where he got back in the win column by submitting C.J. Vergara in the first round. This victory earned him the Performance of the Night bonus. Prior to that, he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Joshua Van. DraftKings sees Chairez as the favorite with a salary of $9,000.
--Alen KurbasicSource: UFC
February 27, 2026
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp (foot) won't be allowed to go through drills at this weekend's NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis due to liability issues, according to a league source. Delp played the entire 2025 season for the Bulldogs with a hairline fracture in his foot, which was accidentally found on a routine X-ray. Delp will run and be a full-go for all drills at Georgia's pro day on March 18. The 22-year-old should be completely fine for the start of the 2026 NFL campaign this fall. He's expected to be a Day 3 prospect in this year's NFL draft after catching 20 passes for 261 yards and one touchdown in his senior season in 2025. Delp never had more than 284 receiving yards or four touchdowns in his four-year career at Georgia.
--Keith HernandezSource: Zach Klein
February 27, 2026
Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate said on Friday that he might only run the 40-yard dash at this weekend's NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, according to Travis May of A to Z Sports. Tate is considered one of the top receivers of this year's draft class after catching 51 passes for a career-high 875 yards and nine touchdowns in 11 games in 2025 in his junior year with the Buckeyes. He helped Ohio State win the national championship in 2024, when he caught 52 passes for 733 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games played. Tate finished his three seasons with 121 receptions, 1,872 yards, and 14 touchdowns in 39 games. Tate and USC's Makai Lemon will battle to be the first wideout taken in the 2026 NFL draft, and they could both come off the board within the first 15 or so picks.
--Keith HernandezSource: A to Z Sports - Travis May
February 27, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys officially placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on impending free-agent wide receiver
George Pickens on Friday, according to Todd Archer of ESPN. The non-exclusive tag allows teams to talk to Pickens when free agency begins next month, but the Cowboys will have the right to match any offer. Ultimately, the Cowboys hope that the tag is just a placeholder until they can work out a long-term extension with Pickens, who had a career year in 2025 in his first season in Dallas. The two sides will have until July 15 to reach a new contract. If an extension isn't reached, Pickens will most likely play the 2026 campaign in Dallas on the franchise tag. The 24-year-old led the Cowboys in receiving last year and was money for fantasy managers, catching 93 of his 137 targets for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns in 17 games. Pickens was the WR5 in half-PPR scoring and won't be cheap in the early rounds of drafts this fall as a WR1.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN Dallas - Todd Archer
February 27, 2026
University of Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon will not run the 40-yard dash at this week's NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic. Lemon will participate in the gauntlet and run some routes, but he won't take part in official testing. The 21-year-old won the Biletnikoff Trophy in 2025 after catching 79 passes for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns in his final collegiate season with the Trojans. Lemon will most likely run the 40-yard dash at his school's pro day next month. He's been compared to Lions wideout
Amon-Ra St. Brown and will be a lock to come off the board in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft, possibly within the first 10 to 15 picks.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dane Brugler
February 27, 2026
Atlanta Falcons impending free-agent running back
Tyler Allgeier will be looking for a contract in the neighborhood of three years and $22 million this offseason, according to Josh Kendall of The Athletic. Kendall adds that it's almost certainly "more than the Falcons will be willing to pay" with
Bijan Robinson's second contract looming down the road in one or two years. Robinson will try to reset the RB market when he begins negotiations. Allgeier had 676 carries for 2,876 yards in his four seasons in Atlanta and set the franchise's rookie rushing record of 1,035 yards in 2022 after he was taken in the fifth round. The 25-year-old was a frustrating play in fantasy because of the unpredictability behind Robinson, but he did have a career-high eight TDs in 2025, and he should be in line for an expanded role in 2026 in a new location.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Josh Kendall
February 27, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop prospect
Konnor Griffin (foot) is back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles, starting at shortstop and hitting eighth. Griffin was hit by a pitch on his foot in Wednesday's spring training contest and was removed as a precaution. The 19-year-old No. 1 overall prospect in baseball said after the game on Wednesday that he was fine. Despite still being a teenager and having played only 21 games above High-A in the minors, The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal says that he's "trending toward" being the Pirates' Opening Day shortstop. Griffin has lived up to all the hype so far this spring and clubbed two home runs in the spring training game on Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox. All aspects of his game are polished well beyond his years, and his power/speed upside is through the roof. Griffin has all the makings of a future superstar and perennial All-Star.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pittsburgh Pirates
February 27, 2026
Detroit Tigers right-hander
Troy Melton (elbow) saw a doctor and was recommended to rest for an extended period of time, according to Chris McCosky of the Detroit News. It means that Melton is unlikely to be ready for the start of the 2026 regular season at the end of March. The 25-year-old hadn't pitched in a game this spring due to a right-elbow strain. Melton was sharp in his first 16 major-league outings (four starts) for the Tigers last year, delivering a 2.76 ERA (4.60 FIP) and 1.01 WHIP with 36 strikeouts, and 15 walks in 45 2/3 innings, and he was also a key piece for Detroit in the postseason. He'll now begin the 2026 campaign on the injured list, though, and it's unclear exactly when he might be an option to help the big-league pitching staff. Melton is a promising young arm in the Tigers' system, but he's likely to face workload restrictions.
--Keith HernandezSource: Detroit News - Chris McCosky
February 27, 2026
Minnesota Twins third baseman
Royce Lewis' (side) MRI exam came back clean after he was scratched from Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Pittsburgh Pirates with tightness in his side, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The 26-year-old is being considered day-to-day for now and will likely be held out of spring training games for a couple of days as a precaution. Injuries have been an issue for the former first overall pick, as last year was the first time in his four major-league seasons that he played in over 100 games. Lewis hit .237/.283/.388 with a .671 OPS, 13 home runs, 52 RBI, 36 runs scored, and a career-high 12 stolen bases in 403 plate appearances. He played in 70 combined games in his first two seasons and has already suffered two torn ACLs. Lewis is injury-prone and streaky as a hitter, but when he's dialed in, he can be an elite power hitter for fantasy managers at third base.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
February 27, 2026
The Athletic's Chad Graff writes that the New England Patriots "will make a call soon" on wide receiver
Stefon Diggs' future, and it could mean cutting the 32-year-old veteran or restructuring his contract as early as next week. Diggs is set to carry a $26.5 million salary cap hit this year, and his contract guarantees him $6 million if he's on the roster on March 13. New England is in a tough position, as Diggs became the first Patriots receiver in six years to top 1,000 receiving yards in a season, and it would be counterproductive for quarterback
Drake Maye if the team were to cut their best WR. A league source expects the Pats to cut Diggs, unless they're able to "dramatically lower his cap hit with a reworked contract." If the Patriots do cut Diggs, Graff expects them to look at
Mike Evans or
Alec Pierce (if he's available). The other free-agent options at WR are not great.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Chad Graff
February 27, 2026
Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent wide receiver
George Pickens is expected to receive the franchise tag. If the two sides aren't able to work out a long-term contract by the deadline on July 15, Pickens would remain under the tag for the 2026 season. The Athletic's Jon Machota reports that Dallas is "not interested in trading the star wide receiver." "We want George here. It's really important to us," executive vice president Stephen Jones said. It's possible that the 24-year-old wideout might not attend the team's offseason program if/when the franchise tag is slapped on him, but the bottom line is that Pickens most likely will be playing in Dallas again for the upcoming season. The former second-rounder by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2022 out of Georgia broke out with a career year in his first season with the Cowboys, catching 93 of his 137 targets for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns. Pickens will be firmly in the WR1 picture going into 2026 fantasy drafts.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Jon Machota
February 27, 2026
The Houston Texans are expected to make a "push for a top running back in the free-agent market," but the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan M. Alexander also suggests the team could look to trade for Miami Dolphins running back
De'Von Achane this offseason as they look to improve their RB room. In free agency,
Kenneth Walker III,
Travis Etienne Jr., and
Rico Dowdle could all be targets. The Dolphins aren't exactly looking to trade Achane, though, and they want to build around him with their new front office and coaching staff, so the 24-year-old isn't exactly going to come cheap. Achane was the RB6 in half-PPR scoring in 16 games last year, accumulating 1,350 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on 238 carries while also adding 67 receptions on 85 targets for another 488 yards and four touchdowns. He'd arguably become even more promising in fantasy football with a trade to Houston, although
Woody Marks will have a role after a strong rookie campaign in 2025.
--Keith HernandezSource: Houston Chronicle - Jonathan M. Alexander
February 27, 2026
Charlie Campbell of Walter Football reports that the New York Giants are "particularly high" on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love. Campbell suggests it would represent a best-player-available move instead of the Giants reaching for need. Live is a can't-miss prospect in this year's draft class and is a top-10 overall talent. In his last two seasons with the Fighting Irish, the 6-foot, 214-pounder had 2,497 rushing yards and 35 touchdowns, and he also has strong receiving skills. Campbell lists Love's big-play speed, urgent tempo, reacceleration, and versatility as his top qualities. He's been compared to the Lions'
Jahmyr Gibbs, who has quickly become one of the best all-around RBs in the NFL. If the G-Men were to select Love early in the first round this year, he'd be added to an already strong backfield of
Cam Skattebo and
Tyrone Tracy Jr., who combined for 1,150 rushing yards in 2025.
--Keith HernandezSource: Walter Football - Charlie Campbell
February 27, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Cedric Coward (knee) will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Dallas due to a sprained knee. The rookie wing is set to miss his sixth straight game, and Memphis has shown little urgency in rushing him back.
Jaylen Wells should continue to see steady minutes after logging eight points, two rebounds, three assists, and two triples in 27 minutes last game.
Walter Clayton Jr. should see minutes as well, but he is only a fringe streamer in deeper formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grizzlies PR
February 27, 2026
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, forward/center
Taj Gibson has agreed to a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, marking his return to the NBA for a 17th season at age 40. With Memphis lacking healthy frontcourt players, Gibson could step into legitimate rotation minutes behind
Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Prosper has averaged 25 minutes recently, and Gibson's presence may cap his upside slightly. Still, Gibson looks more like a steady veteran presence and insurance big for Memphis rather than someone fantasy managers need to target, except maybe in the deepest of leagues.
--Brian DailisanSource: Shams Charania
February 27, 2026
Free agent forward
Kyle Anderson has agreed to a contract buyout with Memphis and is expected to sign with Minnesota once he clears waivers. The 32-year-old veteran is unlikely to command enough minutes in the Timberwolves' rotation to hold standard-league value, projecting more as frontcourt depth. His departure opens the door for
Olivier-Maxence Prosper to continue starting in Memphis. Prosper logged three points, two rebounds, and one block in 20 minutes last game after posting 17 points in 25 minutes previously, making him a volatile deep-league streamer.
--Brian DailisanSource: Shams Charania
February 27, 2026
Houston Rockets forward/center
Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) did not return to Thursday's 113-108 win over Orlando after rolling his right ankle late in the fourth quarter. He finished with 13 points on 6-of-7 shooting with one rebound and one assist across 29 minutes before exiting. Further evaluation is pending, and his status for Saturday is uncertain.
Reed Sheppard would be the top fantasy beneficiary after posting 20 points, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks, and five triples in 31 minutes.
Josh Okogie and
Dorian Finney-Smith are deeper-league streamers if Smith sits.
--Brian DailisanSource: Varun Shankar
February 27, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (groin) did not return to Thursday's game against Philadelphia after sustaining a setback with his right groin in the second quarter. He finished with three points, three rebounds, and two assists in 10 minutes before being ruled out. Powell had been averaging 22.5 points in 30.0 minutes, so his absence would open up significant usage.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. posted 19 points, four rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes off the bench and is a viable short-term add.
Pelle Larsson and
Tyler Herro should also see expanded roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: Miami HEAT
February 27, 2026
San Diego Padres starting pitcher
Joe Musgrove (elbow) was sharp in a simulated game early this week and is making a strong case to debut in spring training sometime next week. Musgrove is working his way back from Tommy John surgery but is slated to be a full-go for the start of the regular season. In this simulated game, Musgrove reached 95 MPH with his fastball and located his sinker and slider "very well." Earlier in the offseason, reports suggested that Musgrove would not face any major inning restriction, which is a great sign for his fantasy outlook. In 2024, Musgrove held a 3.8 ERA with a modest 1.17 WHIP. However, from 2021 through 2023, Musgrove held a strong 3.09 ERA with a dominant 1.09 WHIP. The 33-year-old carries solid sleeper appeal in all formats as he should take on a large role in the San Diego rotation.
--Andy SmithSource: Kevin Acee
February 27, 2026
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (hamstring) is considered week-to-week and will miss at least three additional games as he rehabs a right-hamstring strain. The second-year big man had been averaging 12.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks in 26.0 minutes, so his absence keeps
Tristan Vukcevic in the starting lineup. Vukcevic logged 11 points, three rebounds, two assists, and one triple in 17 minutes last game, but he remains a fringe fantasy option given inconsistent minutes. He profiles as a deep-league streamer rather than a must-add.
--Brian DailisanSource: ᴍᴇɢʜᴀɴ ᴍᴄᴘᴇᴀᴋ
February 27, 2026
Colorado Rockies left-handed pitcher
Kyle Freeland (back) completed a successful bullpen session this week and could make his spring training debut as early as this coming week. The southpaw has been dealing with a minor back injury, but appears to be progressing quite well. Managers should continue to monitor his status, but he does not appear to be in danger of missing the start of the regular season. Last summer, Freeland logged 163 2/3 innings with the Rockies and held a 4.98 ERA with a 1.42 WHIP. He struck out only 124 batters but had solid command of his pitches, allowing walks at a 5.4% rate. When healthy, Freeland figures to serve as the No.1 option in the Colorado rotation. Given his minimal strikeout upside and high ratios, Freeland only holds value as a low-end streamer in deeper 15-team leagues in favorable matchups.
--Andy SmithSource: Thomas Harding
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