December 10, 2025
Los Angeles Kings winger Andrei Kuzmenko will be a healthy scratch on Wednesday against the Seattle Kraken. The Russian forward has been ineffective since November and played a season-low 6:58 in Monday's win over the Utah Mammoth. He has posted four goals and eight points in 26 contests. Kuzmenko was also scratched for three games last month. On Wednesday, Jeff Malott will take Kuzmenko's spot in the lineup, joining Alex Turcotte and Corey Perry on the fourth line. Malott averages nearly three hits per game but has been anonymous offensively. In 19 appearances, he has scored two goals and has not registered a single assist.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 10, 2025
Wyndham Clark is a former US Open winner from 2023. The American golfer had a 2025 that one could say was like a roller coaster. He was up and down then ended up with a couple of Top 10 results in the second half. His best effort was a T-4 at The Open Championship. An opening round 76 derailed his chances of winning over in the United Kingdom. Clarke was probably the best golfer that weekend as his shot making and putting were on full display. His accuracy was a little off especially when it came to driving accuracy (160th - 55.49%) and he lost 0.284 strokes when it came to approaching the green (154th). Clark will need to improve his accuracy and putting stroke next season.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
December 10, 2025
The Houston Texans have opened the practice windows for tight end
Harrison Bryant (neck) and wide receiver
Justin Watson (Achilles, calf). Bryant and Watson both returned to practice on Wednesday and could suit up on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, depending on how they do in practice this week. The 27-year-old Bryant should slide back in alongside
Cade Stover as the Texans' primary backup tight ends behind
Dalton Schultz. Bryant played 25.7% of the snaps on offense and recorded two catches for seven yards on six targets over eight games before his injury. Watson played in the first two games this season before being placed on Injured Reserve. The 29-year-old had a role in the offense, playing 49.1% of the snaps and hauling in three of his four targets for 30 yards. It remains to be seen how he'll be integrated back into the offense with the emergence of rookie
Jayden Higgins in recent weeks. Neither Bryant nor Watson profiles as a fantasy option worth considering in most leagues.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Houston Texans
December 10, 2025
Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore has been relieved of his duties, effective immediately, according to On3.com. Michigan athletics director Warde Manuel confirmed that he was fired for cause after the University found "credible evidence" that Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The 39-year-old joined former Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh's staff in 2018 and worked his way up to offensive coordinator in 2023. After Harbaugh left for the NFL following Michigan's 2023 College Football Playoff National Championship, Moore took over as the program's permanent head coach. Moore tallied a 16-8 record in 24 games as the acting head coach in Ann Arbor. Biff Poggi, who served as Michigan's head coach for two games this season, has been named the interim coach for the Citrus Bowl against Texas. Michigan will be on the search for a new head coach for 2026 and beyond.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3.com
December 10, 2025
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Dallas Mavericks center
Dereck Lively II (foot) will undergo season-ending surgery to address lingering discomfort in his right foot. Lively sought multiple opinions on further treatment for his foot, and doctors determined that surgery would be necessary for the 21-year-old center. During Lively's third NBA season, he averaged 4.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.6 blocks in 16.4 minutes per game across seven contests. Lively is expected to make a full recovery after surgery.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
December 10, 2025
Corey Conners will not say this but 2025 was quite a good year. The Canadian golfer ended up inside the Top 10 seven times and Top 25 12 times. He did everything but win a tournament. In March, he finished no worse than a T-8 in three events. Conners missed the cut at the Sony Open and had to withdraw from the US Open. Other than that, Conners played every single round of golf. His consistency in that sense was remarkable. The only glaring weakness in his game is driving distance (298.2 yards- 137th). His final round efforts in the big events are probably the one thing that could use a little help in the offseason. Conners is knocking on the door for 2026.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
December 10, 2025
Buffalo Bills wide receiver
Joshua Palmer (ankle, knee) is listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg reports. Palmer has missed the past two games with injuries to his knee and ankle, in addition to missing several games earlier in the season. The 26-year-old hasn't been an impactful fantasy football option when he has played, recording 18 receptions for 272 yards on 29 targets in eight games. The former Los Angeles Chargers wideout appears to be trending in the right direction for a return in Week 15 against the New England Patriots, but he should only be considered a fantasy option in the deepest of leagues.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Alaina Getzenberg
December 10, 2025
Justin Rose turned 45 in 2025 but his play returned to the days of his prime. The golfer from England won a playoff at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in August. He fired a final round 63 at the Genesis Scottish Open to finish inside the Top 10. He had five Top 10 results in 18 events on the PGA Tour. After the U.S. Open, Rose finished in the Top 30 all six tournaments he entered. Rose played some events over in Europe and finished T-14 at the DP World Championship. With this level of play, the Englishman finished the year at 10th in the OWGR. His 6th at the Hero World Challenge showed off his poise and calm play.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
December 10, 2025
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback
Kenny Pickett is set to make his first start of the season in Week 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Pickett entered in relief of
Geno Smith (shoulder) in the Week 14 game against the Denver Broncos, and Smith is considered unlikely to start this Sunday in Philadelphia. Pickett stepped in and completed eight of 11 pass attempts for 97 yards and a touchdown after Smith left in the second half. The former first-round pick in 2022 is set to make his first start since Week 17 last season with the Eagles against the Dallas Cowboys. He completed 10 of 15 passes for 143 yards and a touchdown before leaving the game with a rib injury. He'll project as a low-end QB2 option for fantasy managers in superflex leagues in a tough road matchup if he's under center in potential inclement weather in Philly.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Ian Rapoport
December 10, 2025
Houston Texans running back
Nick Chubb (rib) is not participating in Wednesday's practice session, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Chubb could be in danger of missing the Week 15 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals after injuring his rib during the second quarter of the Texans' win over the Chiefs on Sunday night. The former Cleveland Browns running back has taken a back seat to rookie
Woody Marks in recent weeks, playing just 21.4% of the snaps with 24 carries for 117 yards and a touchdown over the past five games. Marks could see an even bigger workload in Week 15 against the Cardinals if Chubb is ruled out, with
Dare Ogunbowale likely to mix in more frequently as well. Fantasy managers shouldn't be planning on starting Chubb, anyway, even if he gains clearance to play in Week 15.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Aaron Wilson
December 10, 2025
Houston Texans rookie running back
Woody Marks (ankle) is not practicing on Wednesday, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston. Marks was listed as a non-participant in practice last Wednesday before practicing on Thursday and Friday and suiting up for the Week 14 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The rookie fourth-rounder has operated as the Texans' clear lead back over the past five games, playing 71.1% of the snaps and averaging 20 touches per game during that span. Marks hasn't been efficient as a runner with just a 3.4 yards per carry as the workhorse, but he's earned the upper hand in the Texans' backfield ahead of veteran
Nick Chubb, who also missed Wednesday's practice due to a rib injury. Marks' practice status will continue to be monitored this week ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals, but if he's active, he'll be firmly in play as an RB2 in fantasy in a strong matchup.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Aaron Wilson
December 10, 2025
Detroit Lions wide receiver
Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) has returned to practice on Wednesday, according to Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. St. Brown didn't practice at all last week after spraining his ankle in the Thanksgiving Day loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 13, but the 26-year-old ended up suiting up in last Thursday's win over the Dallas Cowboys. St. Brown had a gutsy performance in the 44-30 win, in which he caught six of his nine targets for 92 yards. His matchup will be a lot tougher this weekend against the Los Angeles Rams, but the Sun God should also be healthier after 10 days of rest. Even if St. Brown is at less than 100 percent on Sunday, he should be considered a must-start in all fantasy football lineups. He ranks as the WR4 in half-PPR points this year and has posted 90-plus receiving yards in five games.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Colton Pouncy
December 10, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Jalen McMillan (neck) was limited in practice all week and is officially listed as questionable to play in Week 15 against the division-rival Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football, according to the Tampa Bay Times' Rick Stroud. The Bucs' offense is getting healthy at the right time, with both McMillan and
Mike Evans (collarbone) activated from Injured Reserve on Wednesday. However, they are both up in the air to be active on Thursday. The 24-year-old McMillan fractured bones in his neck and sustained ligament damage during the preseason, so he'll most likely be eased back into the offense if he's active this week. McMillan finished his rookie season strong in 2024, but he's returning to a very crowded WR room that includes Evans,
Chris Godwin Jr., and rookies
Emeka Egbuka and
Tez Johnson. For now, McMillan is merely a stash option in deeper fantasy leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
December 10, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Mike Evans (collarbone) was limited in practice all week and is officially questionable to play on Thursday night against the division-rival Atlanta Falcons in Week 15, according to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. Evans was activated from Injured Reserve on Wednesday, though, and head coach Todd Bowles said that the 32-year-old future Hall of Famer has done everything he's needed to do to be active this week for the first time since breaking his collarbone in Week 7. The veteran pass-catcher has yet to take contact in practice, though, so he's iffy to play on Thursday night. But the Bucs are desperate for a win as they seek to stay atop the NFC South division. Evans needs to be rostered in all fantasy leagues, but he'll be a pretty shaky starting option if he's active while being at risk of limited snaps in his first game back.
--Keith HernandezSource: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
December 10, 2025
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback
Geno Smith (shoulder), who is dealing with a right-shoulder injury, is unlikely to start on Sunday on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 15, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Smith will not practice on Wednesday after injuring his right shoulder in the Week 14 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Smith's injury puts
Kenny Pickett in line to start this weekend against his former team. The severity of the 35-year-old's shoulder injury is unclear. Smith has been one of the worst starting QBs in the NFL in 2025 in his first year in Vegas, completing 67% of his pass attempts for 2,648 yards, 16 touchdowns, and a league-leading 14 interceptions in 13 starts. He's also been sacked a league-high 49 times. If Pickett comes in and plays well, it wouldn't be a surprise if Smith is benched for the final three games.
UPDATE: Smith is also dealing with a back injury and did not practice on Wednesday.--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
December 10, 2025
Tennessee is expected to hire former Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the same position in Knoxville, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. Head coach Josh Heupel fired Tim Banks after the Vols ranked near the bottom of the SEC in several key defensive statistics in 2025. This is a splash hire for Tennessee, which has struggled on defense during most of Heupel's tenure, with the exception of 2024. Knowles led Ohio State's defense to the No. 1 total and scoring unit in the Big Ten in 2024. In Knowles' final season as Oklahoma State's defensive coordinator in 2021, the Cowboys ranked 10th nationally in scoring defense (18.2). Based on Heupel's resume of high-powered offense, a strong defense under Knowles could propel Tennessee back into the College Football Playoff discussion in 2026.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Pete Thamel - ESPN
December 10, 2025
New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka said that running back
Tyrone Tracy Jr. (hip) is "good to go" for the Week 15 game this Sunday against the division-rival Washington Commanders after suffering a hip injury in the Monday night loss to the New England Patriots before the Week 14 bye, per Dan Salomone of Giants.com. Tracy suffered a bruised hip in Week 13 and had to be carted off the field, but he's back at practice on Wednesday and should be active in D.C. The 26-year-old's presence this weekend in New York's backfield will be bad news for fantasy managers who picked up Singletary, hoping that he'd operate as the Giants' clear lead back. Tracy and Singletary could end up sharing touches down the middle on Sunday, making them both RB3/flex options in fantasy lineups. Tracy has seen double-digit carries in each of the last four games, but he has just one touchdown on the year (back on Oct. 19).
UPDATE: Tracy was a full-go in Wednesday's practice.--Keith HernandezSource: Giants.com - Dan Salomone
December 10, 2025
Harris English was not at his best, but he finished inside the top 10 at the Hero World Challenge last week. The American golfer enjoyed quite a 2025 campaign, winning once and finishing inside the top 10 four times. He was pretty solid across most metrics but finished 18th in strokes gained to putting (0.418). A couple of spotty final rounds kept him from winning more often. A second-place finish at The Open championship and another runner-up at the PGA Championship suggest a major is closer than not for English. Those events also showed he could come back from a long way off to contend. Putting four rounds together in a major is not easy, and English has a little way to go there.
--Chris Wassel - RotoBallerSource: PGATour.com
December 10, 2025
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Wednesday that wide receiver
CeeDee Lamb (concussion) is "progressing nicely" and has "one or two" more things left to clear the league's concussion protocol, according to Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com. Lamb will probably be listed as limited on the team's injury report on Wednesday, but he was seen going through drills despite suffering a concussion in last Thursday night's loss to the Detroit Lions. Until the 26-year-old is officially cleared from concussion protocol, he'll be considered questionable to play on Sunday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings. However, as of now, it's looking like he's on the right side of questionable.
Ryan Flournoy went off for nine catches, 115 yards, and a touchdown on 13 targets in Week 14 with Lamb injured, making him a popular speculative waiver-wire pickup if Lamb doesn't gain clearance to play this weekend. If Lamb is active, he'll be a must-start in all fantasy lineups in Week 15.
--Keith HernandezSource: DallasCowboys.com - Tammy Yarrish
December 10, 2025
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that the team is not talking about shutting down quarterback
Jayden Daniels (elbow) for the year, according to Tom Schad of Post Sports. Daniels has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Giants after aggravating his left elbow during last week's loss to the Minnesota Vikings in his first game since dislocating his elbow in Week 9. The second-year quarterback is expected to play again this season, as the injury is not considered to be a long-term issue, but the possibility that Daniels doesn't return this season appears more likely now. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year's sophomore season has been overshadowed by injury, as he also missed two games to a knee injury and one game to a hamstring injury before his elbow issue.
Marcus Mariota is set to make his seventh start of the year in Week 15 versus the Giants at MetLife Stadium.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Tom Schad
December 10, 2025
Green Bay Packers running back
Josh Jacobs (knee) is not practicing on Wednesday, Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated reports. Jacobs was the lone Packers player not participating in Wednesday's practice session. The veteran was seen riding a bike and doing rehab work off to the side as practice began. It's not a great sign for the 28-year-old to open the week, but the team is likely just giving him a rest day. The 28-year-old missed Green Bay's Week 12 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings after injuring his knee in Week 11 against the New York Giants, but he returned for the Packers' past two games and handled his normal workload. If Jacobs winds up missing the Week 15 game versus the Denver Broncos,
Emanuel Wilson would be in line to make another spot start. Jacobs is a must-start in fantasy lineups when active.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Bill Huber
December 10, 2025
Penn State is not retaining standout defensive coordinator Jim Knowles under new head coach Matt Campbell, according to On3's Pete Nakos. The 60-year-old tenure in State College ends after just one season. Knowles is widely regarded as one of the best defensive coordinators in college football after excellent stints with Duke, Oklahoma State, and Ohio State, so he should have plenty of interest in his services. Knowles helped lead the Buckeyes to a College Football Playoff National Championship in 2024, as the Buckeyes led the Big Ten in total defense (254.6) and scoring defense (12.9) through 16 games. Penn State's defense did not live up to expectations under Knowles in 2025, but the entire team seemed to crumble after the narrow loss to Oregon in overtime in Week 5.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
December 10, 2025
Baltimore Ravens quarterback
Lamar Jackson (ankle) is not practicing on Wednesday, per ESPN's Jamison Hensley. Jackson has now missed at least one day of practice for the fifth straight week as he has been limited by ankle, knee, and toe ailments over the last few weeks after missing multiple games with a hamstring injury earlier in the year. The star quarterback hasn't quite looked like himself since returning in Week 9, completing 58.7% of his passes with six touchdowns to four interceptions while totaling 38 rushing attempts for 141 yards and one touchdown, which came this past week against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jackson will likely return to practice in some capacity on Thursday and Friday and be good to go for the Week 15 divisional matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.
UPDATE: Head coach John Harbaugh said Jackson was given a rest day on Wednesday.--Kyle McCarthySource: Jamison Hensley
December 10, 2025
The Pittsburgh Pirates have stayed aggressive in their pursuit of a bat this offseason and are among the teams that have inquired about Tampa Bay Rays second baseman
Brandon Lowe, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi. Lowe will make $11.5 million in 2026 after Tampa picked up his option. The Pirates were also pursuing designated hitter
Kyle Schwarber before he re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies for five years and $150 million. Lowe, 31, hit .256/.307/.477 with 31 home runs, 83 RBI, and 79 runs scored in 134 games in his eighth big-league season in 2025. The oft-injured left-handed-hitting second baseman had his best season since 2021. Lowe has plenty of pop from the left side, but his fantasy ceiling is limited because of his inability to hit left-handers and his lengthy injury history. But Lowe would be an upgrade for a Pittsburgh team looking to bolster its offense as they look to compete with a young and dominant pitching staff.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
December 10, 2025
Indiana defensive lineman Stephen Daley (leg) is expected to be out for the remainder of the season after suffering a freak incident following the Big Ten Championship Game. The senior was seen limping into the medical tent after suffering an injury while walking around the stadium to give fans high fives. Needless to say, this is far from ideal ahead of a matchup with either Alabama or Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals. Daley, a Kent State transfer, tallied 38 tackles (26 solo), 19 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles through the first 13 games of the season.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Alec Lasley - On3Sports
December 10, 2025
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver
Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) is not participating in Wednesday's practice session, per Darren Urban of AZCardinals.com. Harrison returned in Week 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after missing Weeks 11 and 12 due to an appendectomy, but then he missed the Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams after being listed as a DNP every day of practice last week with a heel injury. The second-year wideout is in danger of missing his fourth game in five weeks. It's been a frustrating season for Harrison, as he's struggled to stay healthy and hasn't taken a big step forward when he's been on the field, totaling 40 receptions for 594 yards and four touchdowns on 69 targets in 10 games. If Harrison is forced to miss the Week 15 game against the Houston Texans,
Michael Wilson would be in line to see another heavy target share.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Darren Urban
December 10, 2025
The Baltimore Orioles have had talks with free-agent left-hander
Framber Valdez, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Despite agreeing to a five-year, $155 million contract with first baseman
Pete Alonso on Wednesday, the Orioles remain engaged with the top end of the starting pitching market this offseason. Baltimore has reportedly been discussing a potential trade for Washington Nationals left-hander
MacKenzie Gore, too. Valdez, 32, is expected to be too expensive for Houston's taste as they search for younger, controllable starting pitchers. The veteran southpaw isn't a big strikeout guy, instead leaning on inducing ground balls, but he's been one of the most consistent starters in baseball since 2020. He's also one of just five pitchers to throw 900 innings in the last four years. A move to the AL East wouldn't be ideal for Valdez's fantasy value, but his penchant for keeping the ball on the ground would certainly help.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB Network - Jon Morosi
December 10, 2025
Atlanta Falcons tight end
Kyle Pitts Sr. (knee) tied a season-high on Sunday with 10 targets and eclipsed his season-high yardage total -- which was set in Week 13 -- with 90 yards receiving on six catches. He did not find the end zone, as he's still sitting with just one touchdown on the season, but the 25-year-old has been plenty useful on volume alone, especially in PPR leagues. With
Drake London (knee) missing the last three games (and also Week 8), the 6-foot-6 tight end has become
Kirk Cousins' favorite pass-catcher, averaging eight targets, six receptions, and 64 yards receiving per contest in the four games with Cousins under center this season. Pitts popped up on the injury report earlier in the week with a knee injury and was a limited participant up to and including Wednesday's practice, resulting in a questionable designation for Thursday's matchup on the road against the Buccaneers. London, however, has been ruled out for TNF, so Pitts could be in line to maintain his temporary status as the team's No. 1 receiver again in Week 15 so long as he's active. Tampa Bay is middle of the pack in terms of fantasy points allowed to opposing tight ends, but the fifth-year pro shapes up as a mid-range TE1 for Thursday, so fantasy managers will want to double-check his status before kickoff.
--Jarod RuppSource: ESPN
December 10, 2025
The New York Mets never made a formal offer to try and bring first baseman
Pete Alonso back, a source told MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. It became clear to the Mets that the bidding for Alonso "was heading to places they weren't interested in going." The Baltimore Orioles landed the 31-year-old All-Star for five years and $155 million on Wednesday. It's been a rough week for the Mets, as they also lost former closer
Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Alonso had a strong 2025 season in his last year in Queens, slashing .272/.347/.524 with 38 home runs and 126 RBI in a full 162 games. The Polar Bear is an elite source of power for fantasy managers, as he's clubbed 264 round-trippers in seven seasons since entering the league in 2019. We shouldn't expect Alonso to hit for average again in 2026 in Baltimore, but he's a pretty good bet for 30-plus homers and 100-plus RBI with the O's if he stays healthy.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
December 10, 2025
Indianapolis Colts quarterback
Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) was present at Wednesday's practice for the first time in weeks, James Boyd of The Athletic reports. Head coach Shane Steichen said on Monday that Richardson wouldn't be activated off Injured Reserve this week, but he also hasn't been ruled out for the season. It's a positive development for the 2023 fourth overall pick, who suffered an orbital fracture in pre-game warmups before the Colts' Week 6 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. With
Daniel Jones out for the season with a torn Achilles and rookie
Riley Leonard's status up in the air due to a knee injury, the Colts signed 44-year-old
Philip Rivers on Tuesday, and he could start as soon as Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Richardson is still in play to return this season, though his timeline is uncertain. His status will be worth monitoring now that he is seemingly getting closer to making a return.
--Kyle McCarthySource: James Boyd
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