September 16, 2025
Forward/center
Kai Jones will kick off the 2025-26 season in Europe, having agreed to a one-year deal with two-time EuroLeague champions Anadolu Efes. Jones enjoyed a solid finish to last season, averaging 11.4 points and 6.6 rebounds over a 12-game stretch with the Dallas Mavericks. He was linked with the Miami Heat during the offseason and even had a workout with the team. Jones' contract with Anadolu Efes reportedly includes an NBA out clause for January, so there's a chance we'll still see him in action in the Association this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: EuroLeague
September 16, 2025
Center
Bismack Biyombo has returned to the San Antonio Spurs on a one-year contract, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. The veteran big man ended last season in San Antonio, putting up 5.1 points per game and averaging 5.6 rebounds in 18.9 minutes. He was a starter in all but two of his 28 appearances, as injuries hit the Spurs' frontcourt. With
Victor Wembanyama healthy again and
Luke Kornet providing a solid backup at center for the upcoming season, Biyombo faces a tough challenge to earn playing time in 2025-26.
--Taavi PailkSource: Shams Charania
September 16, 2025
Guard
Bones Hyland has officially rejoined the Minnesota Timberwolves. In 2024-25, he spent the last couple of months of the season with the Timberwolves on a two-way contract, and Hyland was expected to return to the team for the new campaign. He'll hope to see more action than last season, as Hyland only played four times for the Timberwolves, averaging 4.3 minutes on the floor. He started the year with the Los Angeles Clippers, posting 7.2 points per game in 11.1 minutes. Unless the backcourt gets hit by injuries, it's hard to see Hyland getting regular minutes in Minnesota.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA.com
September 16, 2025
The Brooklyn Nets are acquiring guard
Kobe Bufkin from the Atlanta Hawks for cash considerations, sources have told ESPN's Shams Charania. The Hawks selected Bufkin 15th in the 2023 draft, but injuries have severely limited his development. Last season, Bufkin's campaign ended in December due to shoulder surgery. He made 10 appearances, averaging 5.3 points and 1.7 assists in 12.4 minutes. Bufkin gets a fresh start in Brooklyn, although the Nets' backcourt currently appears very crowded, making it difficult to project what the rotation might look like.
--Taavi PailkSource: Shams Charania
September 16, 2025
New England Patriots wide receiver
Kayshon Boutte converted his only target into a 16-yard touchdown reception during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins. There was a lot of hype surrounding Boutte after he was named a starter in the season opener and caught six passes for 103 yards while playing 82 percent of the offensive snaps. However, his usage and productivity took a step back this past weekend as he was not a starter and his snap share dropped to 72 percent. Plus, while Boutte did salvage his fantasy performance with a touchdown, it was concerning to see him drop so low in the pecking order with just one target. At this point,
Stefon Diggs has been the only Patriots receiver with similar stat lines between Week 1 and Week 2. Boutte has a low floor and moderately high ceiling, ranking as a high-end fantasy WR4 against the Steelers in Week 3.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
New England Patriots tight end
Hunter Henry caught just one of his three targets for nine receiving yards during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins. The 30-year-old was a central part of the offensive attack during the season opener, but his volume and usage both declined this past weekend. He finished the divisional battle with an 85 percent share, which is still solid despite representing a reduction from the week prior. Henry is a reliable outlet for
Drake Maye, but that doesn't get rid of the fact that the veteran tight end faces competition for targets from players like
Stefon Diggs,
Kayshon Boutte,
DeMario Douglas, and
Austin Hooper. Henry should be viewed as a mid-range TE2 heading into Week 3 against the Steelers.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
New England Patriots wide receiver
DeMario Douglas converted his lone target into an eight-yard reception during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins. It has been a quiet start to the year for Douglas, who has just three catches for six yards (plus a touchdown) through two contests so far. He has consistently been operating as the No. 3 wide receiver in New England. He also remains behind
Hunter Henry and perhaps
Austin Hooper in the pecking order. Douglas' snap share dropped from 63 percent in Week 1 to just 25 percent in Week 2. With a reduced role and limited volume, the 24-year-old can be dropped to waivers in most fantasy football leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
New England Patriots running back
TreVeyon Henderson rushed for 10 yards on three carries during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Miami Dolphins. He also caught two passes for an additional 30 yards through the air. After an impressive season opener, the rookie took a step back this past weekend as he was out-produced by
Rhamondre Stevenson. In fact, Stevenson led the team in carries, rushing yards, targets, receptions, and receiving yards. Stevenson's big game should allow him to hold onto the lead-back role a little longer, even if it's just on a week-by-week basis. He should maintain his 65 percent snap share while Henderson accounts for 30 to 35 percent of the offensive snaps. The rookie should continue to be stashed on fantasy benches heading into Week 3 against the Steelers. Meanwhile, Stevenson remains a solid RB2 option for the time being.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver
Tutu Atwell was unable to haul in his lone target during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans. Atwell was projected to be the Rams' No. 3 receiver this season, and in a pass-heavy offense, that role sometimes leads to fantasy value. However, with two games in the books, it has become clear that Atwell is a non-factor. He has just one catch for four yards so far. Fantasy managers holding out hope will point out that the 25-year-old receiver has maintained a 42 percent snap share, but volume is volume, and Atwell hasn't been able to put together much of a rapport with
Matthew Stafford so far. Early in the season, he remains behind players like
Davante Adams,
Puka Nacua,
Jordan Whittington, and
Tyler Higbee in the pass-catching pecking order.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
Los Angeles Rams tight end
Tyler Higbee caught all four of his targets for 37 yards during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans. After occupying a relatively reduced role in the season opener, the veteran tight end was much more involved this past Sunday. His snap share jumped from 58 percent to 74 percent, and his target count jumped from zero to four. One possible reason for Higbee's emergence was the absence of
Colby Parkinson (shoulder), who remains uncertain for Week 3. However, even when Parkinson returns, Higbee can have fantasy relevance. After all, the Rams are comfortable running two-tight end sets. Higbee ranks as a low-end TE2 heading into next week's clash against the Philadelphia Eagles.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
Los Angeles Rams running back
Blake Corum carried the ball five times for 44 yards and one rushing touchdown during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans. He has continued to operate as the direct backup to
Kyren Williams, but this was the first time in a while were Corum himself had standalone fantasy value. Of course, without the touchdown, Corum would have had only 4.4 fantasy points, which is not enough to justify starting him. With all this being said, perhaps the biggest indicator of Corum's growing role is his snap count. He played 18 snaps on Sunday as his snap share jumped from 17 percent in Week 1 to 30 percent in Week 2. Corum remains an intriguing riser and one of the league's stronger handcuff options, but a non-receiving role on a 30 percent snap share isn't quite enough to justify starting him in fantasy football. He should continue to be stashed on the bench for the time being.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 16, 2025
Houston Texans wide receiver
Nico Collins caught three of nine targets for 52 yards and a touchdown in a 20-19 loss against Tampa Bay on Monday night. Collins finished Houston's first drive with a beautiful catch on a fade ball for a 29-yard touchdown. It was an otherwise frustrating night for the star receiver, catching only two of his next eight targets for 23 yards. The Houston offense ran only 46 plays in the game, which limited the production of everyone, but Collins and Stroud were consistently just off on a couple of occasions. He demanded 39% of the team's targets, including three end zone targets, so better days should be ahead for Collins. He draws a matchup next against a Jacksonville defense that just allowed
Ja'Marr Chase to go for 165 yards and a touchdown in Week 2. He could be seen as a buy-low in trades this upcoming week.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
September 16, 2025
Houston Texans running back
Nick Chubb rushed for 43 yards on 12 carries and a touchdown while adding two receptions for 29 yards in a Monday night loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Chubb started the game looking good with an explosive gain for 27 yards on a screen pass. He was mostly inefficient on the ground against a stingy Tampa Bay front with Vita Vea and Company. Outside of his 25-yard touchdown run, Chubb rushed for only 18 yards on 11 of his other carries. The 29-year-old looks to be the main back in Houston with
Joe Mixon (ankle, foot) out of the picture for the foreseeable future. He handled 12 of the 15 running back carries while playing 52% of the snaps. There may not be a ton of upside with Chubb moving forward with a poor offensive line and offensive environment, but Chubb is a freak athlete who could still have something left. He looks like he will continue to get volume, and if quarterback
C.J. Stroud and the Texans offense can find a groove, then he could be valuable. For now, he'll project as a touchdown-dependent RB3.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
September 16, 2025
Baltimore Orioles catcher
Adley Rutschman (oblique) is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Tuesday, per MLB.com's Ryan Herrera. Rutschman was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to August 18 with a right oblique strain. Interim manager Tony Mansolino said that Rutschman will need about a week before he will be ready to rejoin the O's. It has been a disappointing season for the 27-year-old, who also missed time with a left oblique strain. In a season with so many fantasy options at catcher, Rutschman has struggled, with a .227/.310/.373 slash line, nine home runs, and 29 RBI in 348 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Ryan Herrera - MLB.com
September 16, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback
Baker Mayfield completed 25 of 38 passes for 215 yards and threw two touchdowns while adding 33 yards on three rushes in a 20-19 win against the Texans. Mayfield was resilient in this game, with Tampa Bay down both of their starting tackles against a vaunted Houston front that applied a ton of pressure on him. He took four sacks overall, but was able to make enough plays at the end of the game. Mayfield had an iconic scramble on a 4th and 10 play to extend the Buccaneers' final drive, which ultimately ended with a
Rachaad White goal-line touchdown with six seconds remaining to win the game. The 30-year-old has added more value with his legs last season and into this season so far, rushing for 72 yards on eight carries. He has the 10th most rushing since the start of last season with 450, second most passing touchdowns with 46, and his 5,332 combined passing and rushing yards only trails
Lamar Jackson since the start of last season. Mayfield is one of the more consistent performers in fantasy at quarterback and should be fired up again next week against the Jets.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
September 16, 2025
The Baltimore Orioles are expected to activate second/third baseman
Jordan Westburg (ankle) from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the White Sox, per MLB.com's Ryan Herrera. Westburg was placed on the IL retroactive to August 19 with a right ankle sprain. He played three rehab games with Triple-A Norfolk and was with the O's on Monday. Interim manager Tony Mansolino said he plans to have the 26-year-old serve as the designated hitter Tuesday, and then have him play third base the next two games. Westburg came into the season as an intriguing fantasy option, and he has delivered when on the field, slashing .276/.326/.473 with 15 home runs, 34 RBI, and one stolen base in 304 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Ryan Herrera - MLB.com
September 16, 2025
Baltimore Orioles right-handed pitcher
Albert Suarez (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday with right elbow discomfort, ending his season. Interim manager Tony Mansolino said the injury occurred during Suarez's start against the Blue Jays on Sunday. Suarez was scheduled for an MRI on Monday and will talk with team doctors on Tuesday. The 35-year-old, who had an emergent 2024 season, only managed to pitch 11 2/3 innings this season due to a Grade 2 right subscapularis strain. Fantasy managers should wait for more news to inform his potential 2026 fantasy outlook.
--Connelly DoanSource: Ryan Herrera - MLB.com
September 16, 2025
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitching prospect
Trey Yesavage made an excellent first impression in Monday's 2-1 win over the Rays. Making his big-league debut, Yesavage pitched five innings, allowing one run on three hits and two walks with nine strikeouts. His over-the-top delivery and splitter helped him set the franchise record for most strikeouts in an MLB debut. Yesavage is the team's top prospect and is the No. 25 overall prospect, per MLB Pipeline. He put together strong numbers this season across four minor-league levels, compiling a 3.12 ERA, a 0.97 WHIP, and a ridiculous 41.1% strikeout rate in 98 IP. It remains to be seen how the Blue Jays will deploy Yesavage the rest of the way, but his next turn in the rotation would likely be a decent matchup at the Royals. Yesavage would be worth starting after his electric debut.
--Connelly DoanSource: Keegan Matheson - MLB.com
September 16, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back
Bucky Irving was busy Monday night against Houston, handling 17 carries for 71 yards while adding six receptions for 50 yards in the pass game. Irving was the engine of Tampa Bay's offense against Houston's stout defense, consistently making defenders miss and finding positive yardage. The star second year back forced 11 missed tackles, including five on receptions in Monday night's game, the most in his career, according to NFL Pro.
Baker Mayfield was under a ton of pressure and took four sacks overall against one of the league's best pass rush groups, and he often resorted to Irving as a safety valve.
Rachaad White handled more work than he did in Week 1 and ended up scoring the game-winning touchdown after Mayfield drove them down to the goal line. Otherwise, Irving still had a highly productive fantasy outing and remains Tampa Bay's lead back. He should be viewed as a rock-solid RB1 moving forward with his high-value touch role.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
September 16, 2025
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said on Monday that outfielder
Yordan Alvarez (ankle) will get an MRI on his left ankle on Tuesday. Alvarez sprained his ankle in the first inning of Monday's 6-3 win over the Rangers while running across home plate. This is poor timing for the Astros and fantasy managers, as both are in the middle of a potential playoff run. The 28-year-old has already missed 100 games from the beginning of May through the end of August with a hand injury, and he was batting a strong .369 since returning to the team. Fantasy managers should wait for more news, but they would be left with very little time if Alvarez were to be sidelined. Overall, he is slashing .273/.367/.430 with six home runs and 27 RBI in 199 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Julia Morales - X.com
September 16, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman
Willson Contreras (biceps) exited Monday's 11-6 loss to the Reds early with right-biceps tightness, per St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Derrick Goold. Contreras went 2-for-3 with a single, a double, an RBI, and a stolen base before being pinch-hit for by
Nolan Gorman in the seventh inning. The 33-year-old was checked by team doctors for soreness/discomfort before the game and drew the start at first base. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for more news before Tuesday's game. Contreras is having another productive offensive season, slashing .257/.344/.447 with 20 home runs, 80 RBI, and five stolen bases in 563 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Derrick Goold - X.com
September 15, 2025
Updating a previous report, the Los Angeles Chargers announced that Pro Bowl pass-rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) will not return on Monday Night Football in the divisional matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders after he suffered an elbow injury in the second quarter. Mack was in significant pain when his elbow was caught between a teammate and a Raiders player and ran off the field quickly to be examined by trainers before eventually being carted to the locker room for testing. It's unclear what the severity of the 34-year-old's injury is, but it didn't look good, and it wouldn't be a surprise if he's not available for another divisional contest in Week 3 against the Denver Broncos after he was seen in a sling. Losing Mack for any amount of time would be bad news for a strong Chargers defense. Former first-rounder Bud Dupree entered immediately after Mack's injury and will see more snaps if Mack misses additional time.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
September 15, 2025
Detroit Lions running back
David Montgomery rushed for 57 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries in his team's 52-21 Week 2 win over the Chicago Bears. Since joining the Lions, Montgomery has been one of the NFL's most consistent red-zone backs. The 28-year-old has not gone consecutive games within a season without scoring a touchdown since December 2023. On a less positive note for fantasy managers, Montgomery appears set for a secondary role behind
Jahmyr Gibbs in Detroit this season. Although Gibbs only earned one more carry than Montgomery in Week 2, Montgomery was on the field for 10 fewer snaps. The veteran has also recorded seven fewer touches than his backfield mate through the first two games of the season. Montgomery remains a consistent flex option in fantasy, but he'll likely be reliant on finding the end zone again to produce in Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
September 15, 2025
Detroit Lions tight end
Sam LaPorta missed out on the fun in his team's 52-point performance against the Chicago Bears in Week 2. LaPorta was targeted four times by Lions quarterback
Jared Goff out of 28 pass attempts and recorded three catches for 26 yards. Detroit has several formidable offensive weapons, so there's always a risk that LaPorta will fall behind wide receivers
Amon-Ra St. Brown and
Jameson Williams and running back
Jahmyr Gibbs in the pecking order for touches. After averaging over seven targets per game as a rookie in 2023, LaPorta has now averaged 5.3 targets per game across his last 18 regular-season contests. He remains a fantasy TE1, but he may be overly reliant on touchdowns as long as Detroit's other pass-catchers remain healthy.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
September 15, 2025
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver
Isaac TeSlaa only has two catches so far this season, but both have been truly highlight-reel grabs. After a one-handed touchdown catch in Week 1, TeSlaa's latest one-handed grab in Week 2 against the Chicago Bears went for 29 yards and set the Lions up in a goal-to-go situation. After playing just three snaps in the season opener, TeSlaa was on the field for 17 snaps in Week 2. He still has a long way to go before his production reaches fantasy relevance, but TeSlaa is trending in the right direction. The 23-year-old could be a player to stash for deep-league fantasy managers.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
September 15, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers pass-rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) injured his elbow in Monday night's divisional clash against the Las Vegas Raiders in the second quarter and is questionable to return, according to the team. It was an ugly-looking injury that occurred when Mack's elbow was caught between a fellow defender and the Raiders player he was attempting to tackle. It did not look good, and Mack appeared to be in considerable pain while running to the sideline to be examined by trainers. The 34-year-old veteran was taken for imaging, so we should know shortly whether he's facing a multi-week injury. It would be a surprise if he returned to this game. The good news for fantasy managers in IDP leagues that started Mack is that he had a sack and a solo tackle before departing. If Mack is forced to miss extended time, former first-rounder Bud Dupree would step into a more regular role for the Bolts on the edge.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
September 15, 2025
Miami Dolphins wide receiver
Malik Washington had a highlight reel play in Week 2 against the Patriots, returning a punt for a 74-yard touchdown. The second-year receiver finished with only one catch for two yards on two targets and added three carries for 23 yards as well. In a positive sign for his future production, Washington's snap percentage increased from 58% in Week 1 to 61% in Week 2, while the rest of the periphery receivers all saw their snap counts drop. Washington is clearly the third receiver behind
Tyreek Hill and
Jaylen Waddle, and he could continue to work his way into a larger role in an offense searching for answers after a 0-2 start. One important factor to watch this week with Washington, though, is that he did show up on the injury report with a thumb injury and was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation. If he plays on Thursday against the Bills, he has dynamic upside as a playmaker, so keep an eye on his status this week.
--Zach ThompsonSource: ESPN.com
September 15, 2025
Texas Rangers shortstop
Corey Seager (abdomen) did some light jogging on the field on Monday, reports Jeff Wilson of AllDLLS.com. He has been out since August 27 after being diagnosed with appendicitis and undergoing an appendectomy. Bruce Bochy stated that the 31-year-old was still pretty sore, but that soreness figures to be the only thing holding him back from a return to the lineup. Don't expect an activation within the next few days, but Seager should be able to see the field at some point to close out the season. He's had a successful campaign when he is healthy, batting .271 with a .373 on-base percentage and 21 home runs in 102 games.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Jeff Wilson
September 15, 2025
Miami Dolphins running back
De'Von Achane remains an elite running back option for fantasy football every week despite his team's struggles on offense. The Dolphins didn't open much space for Achane in Week 2 against the Patriots, and he only managed 30 rushing yards on 11 carries. No worries, though! Achane is heavily involved as a pass-catcher and hauled in eight of 10 targets for 92 yards and his second receiving score in as many weeks. Achane is an elite PPR producer in Miami's system, and he has a good matchup on Thursday night against the Bills. Despite his team's drama, offensive struggles, and 0-2 record, Achane is a must-start in all formats every week.
--Zach ThompsonSource: ESPN.com
September 15, 2025
Miami Marlins third baseman
Connor Norby (quadriceps) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. He only needed to miss the minimum number of days with his quad strain, and he'll step back in as the team's primary third baseman. The 25-year-old was a trendy sleeper pick in deep roto leagues heading into the year, but he ultimately has not lived up to expectations. Norby is batting just .247 with a .298 on-base percentage, while hitting six home runs in 77 games. His three trips to the injured list certainly didn't help him find a groove, as he missed time with quad, wrist, and oblique injuries.
--Jeremy HeistSource: MLB.com
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