November 6, 2025
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver
Puka Nacua (ribs) said his ribs are feeling good after practicing in full on Thursday, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. It's an upgrade for Nacua, who was listed as limited in the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday. All signs are pointing to the 24-year-old All-Pro wideout being able to play this Sunday in a big divisional battle against the San Francisco 49ers after he left the Week 9 win over the New Orleans Saints with a rib injury. The Rams have been optimistic about Nacua's status all week, and the star wideout likely would have returned to last Sunday's game if it had been close. Despite leaving early against the Saints, the former fifth-rounder still had seven catches for 95 yards and a touchdown on his eight targets. Nacua is a no-doubt, high-end WR1 in fantasy football when he's active.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Daily News - Adam Grosbard
November 6, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Draymond Green (ribs) looks to be on track to return to the lineup for Friday's tilt against the Denver Nuggets, as the team has listed him as probable on the injury report. A right rib contusion kept Green sidelined on Wednesday while the Warriors completed a back-to-back against the Sacramento Kings. The Warriors were also without
Stephen Curry (illness) and
Jimmy Butler III (back), which led to
Will Richard,
Brandin Podziemski, and
Moses Moody starting. Green has averaged 8.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 6.4 assists in 29.6 minutes during his 14th year in the Association.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 6, 2025
Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver
A.J. Brown (hamstring) was able to practice in full at the team's first practice of the week on Thursday. It's music to fantasy managers' ears after Brown was forced to sit out of the Week 8 win over the New York Giants due to a hamstring injury. The 28-year-old was able to get extra rest during the team's Week 9 bye, though, and the extra time off has apparently done him well. Barring a setback with his hamstring, Brown should be all systems go in Week 10 for a Monday night showdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Coming into Week 10, Brown is averaging only 10.3 half-PPR fantasy points per week, which is tied for 35th among receivers. The matchup against Green Bay's defense isn't ideal, but fantasy managers can take comfort in knowing that Philly's passing attack was starting to hum before the bye. Brown is still a must-start WR in fantasy because of his high ceiling when he's clicking.
--Keith HernandezSource: Philadelphia Eagles
November 6, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward
Jimmy Butler III (back) has been listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. Due to a back issue, the veteran star logged only 14 minutes of action on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns and sat out Wednesday's clash against the Sacramento Kings. Now, he could be forced to sit out a second consecutive game. With Butler out on Wednesday,
Moses Moody made his first start of the season, recording 28 points, three rebounds, three assists, two steals, and four blocks in 39 minutes. He will again have additional fantasy value on Friday night if Butler doesn't return.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 6, 2025
Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles running back
Saquon Barkley (groin) was listed as a full participant in Thursday's practice. Barkley was forced to leave the Week 8 win against the New York Giants late in the third quarter, but not before galloping for 150 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries while adding four catches for 24 yards and another trip to paydirt. The Eagles' bye in Week 9 definitely came at a good time, and it appears that Barkley should be ready to roll by Monday night for the team's Week 10 contest against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Barkley's performance in Week 8 was his first 100-yard rushing game of the year, and fantasy managers will be hoping he can keep that momentum after having a week off. Overall, Barkley has averaged only 4.1 yards per carry after averaging 5.8 yards per tote in 2024 on his way to Offensive Player of the Year honors.
--Keith HernandezSource: Philadelphia Eagles
November 6, 2025
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. He will miss a second consecutive game due to illness. Golden State's veteran star has been sharp early this season, averaging 26.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.5 steals in 31.1 minutes per game. His exit from the lineup on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings gave
Will Richard a chance to make his first career start, and the 22-year-old rookie had an outstanding game with 30 points in 35 minutes. Additionally, he recorded seven rebounds, five assists, and one steal.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 6, 2025
ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that Chicago Cubs outfielder
Kyle Tucker headlines a list of 13 MLB players who were tendered $22.025 million qualifying offers on Thursday, according to sources. In addition to Tucker, the other 12 players to receive qualifying offers were Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter
Kyle Schwarber, Toronto Blue Jays shortstop
Bo Bichette, Houston Astros left-hander
Framber Valdez, San Diego Padres right-hander
Dylan Cease, Phillies left-hander
Ranger Suarez, New York Mets closer
Edwin Diaz, Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander
Zac Gallen, Cubs left-hander
Shota Imanaga, Padres right-hander
Michael King, New York Yankees outfielder
Trent Grisham, Detroit Tigers second baseman
Gleyber Torres, and Milwaukee Brewers right-hander
Brandon Woodruff. The deadline to accept the offers is on Nov. 18. If these players don't accept the offer and sign with other teams, their previous club will receive draft-pick compensation.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
November 6, 2025
Right-handed closer
Pete Fairbanks is officially on the free-agent market after the Tampa Bay Rays declined his $11 million option for the 2026 season on Thursday, sources told Jeff Passan of ESPN. Fairbanks will receive a $1 million buyout and will now be free to sign with any MLB team this winter. The 31-year-old veteran will have his fair share of suitors after a strong 2025 campaign in his sixth full season with the Rays. Fairbanks had a 2.83 ERA (3.63 FIP), 1.04 WHIP, a career-high 27 saves, 59 strikeouts, and 18 walks in 60 1/3 innings out of the bullpen. His fantasy value for the upcoming season will depend entirely on where he lands in free agency, but at the very least, Fairbanks should be attractive in fantasy as a high-leverage arm at the back end of a bullpen. He has become a high-end closer in recent seasons, saving 75 games in his 156 relief outings.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
November 6, 2025
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Filip Hallander (undisclosed) won't play in Thursday's contest against the Washington Capitals. He suffered an undisclosed injury during Wednesday's practice, which leaves Pittsburgh without yet another forward. Rickard Rakell (hand), Rutger McGroarty (upper body), Justin Brazeau (upper body), Noel Acciari (upper body), and Kevin Hayes (upper body) are all out as well on Thursday night. As a result of all the injuries, Ben Kindel and Thomas Novak have stepped into top-six roles. Hallander, who has notched four points (one goal, three assists) in 13 games this season, is considered day-to-day and will have his first opportunity to return on Saturday against the New Jersey Devils.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers designated right-hander
Tony Gonsolin (elbow) for assignment on Thursday, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Gonsolin only made seven starts for the Dodgers in 2025 before being shut down and undergoing an internal-brace procedure on his right elbow. The 31-year-old veteran hurler will not be ready for the start of the 2026 season, but barring a setback in his recovery, there's a chance he'll be ready to make his season debut before the All-Star break in mid-July. Gonsolin also had Tommy John surgery back in 2023, so he may never return to his All-Star form in 2022, when he won 16 games, posted an ERA of .214, and struck out a career-high 119 hitters in 130 1/3 innings. He had an ERA just under 5.00 in 2023, missed all of 2024, and had a 5.00 ERA in his seven starts this year. You can see why Gonsolin was DFA'd by the world champions.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Fabian Ardaya
November 6, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Tyson Kozak (lower body) has been cleared to return to the lineup for Thursday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues. He's been sidelined for five games due to a lower-body issue. Kozak's return adds depth to a Sabres frontline that remains without Josh Norris (upper body) and Zach Benson (lower body), but he isn't an impactful player in fantasy hockey. Across seven appearances this season, Kozak has recorded two goals with five shots and 19 hits. Mason Geertsen will come out of the lineup on Thursday as a healthy scratch.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end
Darnell Washington (foot) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session due to a foot injury, according to Alan Saunders of PGH Steelers Now. Washington's return to practice on Thursday gives him a chance to play this coming Sunday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. The hulking 6-foot-7, 264-pounder is in his third year in the NFL with Pittsburgh and has recorded 13 catches for 127 yards and a touchdown on his 20 targets through eight games this year. Washington's size makes him an intriguing red-zone target for veteran quarterback
Aaron Rodgers, but his volume has been limited behind fellow tight ends
Pat Freiermuth and
Jonnu Smith. Washington should be able to suit up in Week 10, but he'll remain a touchdown-dependent TE3 in fantasy.
UPDATE: Washington practiced in full on Thursday.--Keith HernandezSource: PGH Steelers Now - Alan Saunders
November 6, 2025
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback
Shedeur Sanders (back) was upgraded to a full practice participant on Thursday after he was listed as limited on Wednesday due to a back injury, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. Back tightness forced Sanders to be inactive for the Week 8 loss to the New England Patriots, which led to
Bailey Zappe serving as the backup to rookie
Dillon Gabriel. The 23-year-old Sanders is obviously feeling much better after having last week's bye to heal up, so it looks like he'll be back this weekend as the QB2 behind Gabriel against the New York Jets. Sanders, whose draft-day fall to the fifth round was the story of this year's NFL draft, has been praised by the coaching staff for the work that he's put in. However, Gabriel has gotten the first crack at starting duties in 2025 after the team traded away
Kenny Pickett and
Joe Flacco. Sanders could get his shot later this year, but right now, he's only stash-worthy in fantasy leagues in dynasty/keeper formats.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Daniel Oyefusi
November 6, 2025
New Jersey Devils forward Cody Glass (upper body) will return to the lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Montreal Canadiens. The 26-year-old has been unavailable for seven games due to an upper-body injury. Over six appearances this year, Glass has contributed two goals on nine shots. On Thursday, Glass is projected to work as the third-line center, flanked by Ondrej Palat and Arseny Gritsyuk. He will also get an opportunity to skate with the second power-play unit. Brian Halonen will exit the lineup and sit this one out as a healthy scratch.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Houston Texans tight end
Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder) was able to practice in full on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday, according to the team. It's the third straight week that Schultz has been on the team's injury report with knee and shoulder ailments, but the 29-year-old hasn't missed any time. Fantasy managers should expect him to be out there this weekend for a Week 10 divisional clash against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He's still searching for his first trip to the end zone in 2025, and the odds of his first touchdown coming this Sunday took a hit when the Texans ruled out starting quarterback
C.J. Stroud (concussion) earlier this week. Schultz has seen an uptick in production in the last three games, though, catching 17 of 21 targets for 199 yards. Backup QB
Davis Mills could lean on Schultz as a security blanket this weekend, but Schultz will still be no more than a touchdown-dependent TE2 for fantasy managers.
--Keith HernandezSource: Houston Texans PR
November 6, 2025
New York Giants tight end
Theo Johnson (shoulder) was upgraded to a full practice participant on Thursday after he was limited in practice on Wednesday, according to Dan Salomone of Giants.com. Johnson apparently injured his shoulder in the Week 9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, but a return to a full practice on Thursday means he should be ready to roll for a Week 10 contest this Sunday on the road against the Chicago Bears. The 24-year-old scored his fifth touchdown of the season in addition to three catches for 27 yards on six targets last week with
Daniel Bellinger (neck) sidelined. Johnson should remain the Giants' primary pass-catching option at TE, but Bellinger's impending return this weekend takes a little bit of the streaming appeal away. Johnson has caught more than three passes in a game only twice this year, but he can't be ignored as a TE2 streamer with rookie quarterback
Jaxson Dart injecting life into the Giants' offense.
--Keith HernandezSource: Giants.com - Dan Salomone
November 6, 2025
New Jersey Devils right wing Connor Brown (undisclosed) will remain out on Thursday against the Montreal Canadiens. Initially, he was regarded as questionable for the contest. Brown, who sits on six points (five goals, one assist) through 11 appearances in 2025-26, will be absent for a third consecutive game. Brian Halonen has been filling in for him, but he is expected to sit as a healthy scratch on Thursday night. Brown appears to be close to returning and will have his next chance to rejoin the lineup on Saturday, when the Devils host the Pittsburgh Penguins.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello (lower body) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes. However, he could be ready to return to the lineup on Friday night in a meeting with the New York Islanders. "He's not going to go tonight, but we'll see tomorrow," Wild head coach John Hynes said Thursday morning. "It's day to day." Zuccarello, who hasn't yet played this season due to a lower-body injury, took part in Thursday's morning skate. The Norwegian veteran is 15 years into his NHL career but has remained productive, narrowly missing a fourth consecutive 60-point campaign last term.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver
Dyami Brown (concussion) upgraded to a full practice on Thursday after he was limited on Wednesday due to a concussion that he suffered in the Week 9 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Meanwhile,
Brian Thomas Jr. (ankle) has yet to practice this week following a low-grade high-ankle sprain that he suffered in Sunday's overtime win. Additionally, Jacksonville placed first-rounder
Travis Hunter (knee) on Injured Reserve last week, so the Jags could be without their top two wideouts in Week 10 against the division-rival Houston Texans on Sunday. The team acquired
Jakobi Meyers in a trade on Tuesday from the Raiders, but his snaps could be limited in his debut with the team as he learns the offense. If Brown clears the concussion protocol and plays this weekend, he will have an elevated role in the passing attack, putting him in play as a WR4/flex option in deeper fantasy leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: Jacksonville Jaguars
November 6, 2025
New Orleans Saints running back
Alvin Kamara (ankle) remained a limited participant at practice for the second straight day this week with a lingering ankle injury, according to Katherine Terrell of ESPN. Kamara continues to battle through an ankle injury that has landed him on the team's injury report for the fifth straight week. However, the 30-year-old veteran hasn't missed any games, so he should be able to play this Sunday against the division-rival Carolina Panthers on the road. The five-time Pro Bowler is showing his age in 2025, and his ankle issue probably hasn't helped, as he's averaging a career-low 3.6 yards per carry. Things aren't looking up for Kamara, either, in an offense that is now being run by rookie quarterback
Tyler Shough. Kamara has scored just one touchdown on the year and has become a low-upside RB3/flex for fantasy managers.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Katherine Terrell
November 6, 2025
Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene (upper body) will miss a ninth straight game on Thursday against the Anaheim Ducks. The veteran has skated in only four contests this season, recording one goal and one assist. It's unclear when Duchene will be ready to return, but the Stars could have Roope Hintz (undisclosed) back in the lineup against the Ducks. His return will probably lead to a reduced role for Sam Steel. Duchene's next chance to return will be during a back-to-back set this weekend against Nashville and Seattle.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Cleveland Browns rookie tight end
Harold Fannin Jr. (hamstring), who leads the team in receptions and receiving yards, missed practice on Thursday because of a hamstring injury, according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. Fannin wasn't listed on the Week 10 injury report, so this is something to watch heading into Friday's final practice of the week. The 21-year-old has come on strong for the Browns in his first year in the league, catching 38 passes for 352 yards and two touchdowns on 51 targets, but he could be in danger of missing this Sunday's game against the New York Jets. Fantasy managers who have been starting him need to have a backup plan at the ready. If Fannin isn't cleared to suit up this weekend, fellow tight end
David Njoku would be firmly in the TE1 mix in fantasy football. Check back on Friday for Fannin's official Week 10 status.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Daniel Oyefusi
November 6, 2025
Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Thursday's tilt against the Anaheim Ducks. The Finnish forward has made significant progress in his recovery from an undisclosed injury and may return after missing five games. Hintz has averaged a point per game this season, registering one goal and seven assists in eight outings. If he's healthy enough to play, Hintz will return to a top-six role and link up with the first power-play unit. Five of his points this season have come during power-play situations.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 6, 2025
Wisconsin Athletic Director Chris McIntosh confirmed that head coach Luke Fickell will not be fired and will return for the 2026 campaign. Fickell has begun his tenure in Madison with a 15-19 overall record, including a 2-6 record through eight games of the 2025 campaign. "Chancellor (Jennifer) Mnookin and I are aligned on significantly elevating investment in our program to compete at the highest level," McIntosh told ESPN. "We are willing to make an investment in infrastructure and staff. As important, is our ability to retain and recruit players in a revenue share and NIL era." Fickell has been rumored to be on the hot seat based on his results during his four-year tenure after taking the job following a strong stint at Wisconsin, but he'll survive at least one more year as the programs looks to turn things around in the new era of college football. The Badgers close their season with games against Washington, Indiana, Illinois, and Minnesota and could be staring down the barrel of a 2-10 campaign.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3 on X
November 6, 2025
Former NFL wide receiver
Antonio Brown has been extradited to the United States from the United Arab Emirates and faces an attempted murder charge, according to a report from TMZ Sports. TMZ reports that he has been in Dubai in an attempt to evade the American authorities after being accused of trying to shoot and kill a man with a handgun at a boxing event in Florida in May. According to the report, Brown will "likely be held at the Miami-Dade Department of Corrections and charged with one count of attempted second-degree murder with a deadly weapon." Brown last played in the NFL in 2021, when he appeared in seven games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
--Will BradySource: TMZ Sports
November 6, 2025
Washington Commanders rookie running back
Jacory Croskey-Merritt (tooth) was able to practice in full on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday due to a tooth issue. Croskey-Merritt's status for Washington's Week 10 matchup against the Detroit Lions does not appear to be in jeopardy. The 24-year-old has recorded 440 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 94 carries across nine games so far this season. However, Croskey-Merritt has failed to crack 38 rushing yards or score a touchdown since Week 6. In Washington's Week 9 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, Croskey-Merritt earned the same number of carries (12) as fellow Commanders back
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Washington's unsettled backfield picture makes it difficult for fantasy managers to trust Croskey-Merritt as a starter. He profiles as a low-end RB3/flex option against Detroit in Week 10.
--Will BradySource: Washington Commanders
November 6, 2025
Minnesota Vikings running back
Aaron Jones Sr. (shoulder, toe) was able to log a limited practice on Thursday after being held out of practice on Wednesday due to toe and shoulder injuries. Jones Sr. suffered an AC joint sprain in his shoulder during his team's Week 9 win over the Detroit Lions that forced him to exit the game early. However, he appears to be trending in the right direction heading into Minnesota's Week 10 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Across four games played this season, the 30-year-old has recorded 218 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 34 touches. If Jones Sr. can't go against Baltimore, Vikings running backs
Jordan Mason and
Zavier Scott would likely split backfield work. Assuming Jones Sr. is cleared to play, he profiles as a high-end fantasy RB3/flex option in Week 10.
--Will BradySource: Minnesota Vikings
November 6, 2025
Miami Dolphins rookie running back
Ollie Gordon II (ankle) was limited in practice for the second straight day on Thursday due to an ankle issue. Gordon injured his ankle during Miami's Week 9 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Before Week 9, the 21-year-old appeared to be carving out a role in the Dolphins' offense. In Miami's Week 8 win over the Atlanta Falcons, Gordon II recorded season-highs in touches (11) and scrimmage yards (66). For the year, Gordon II has logged 152 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns on 46 touches. If he is sidelined in Week 10,
Jaylen Wright would likely take over as Miami's RB2 behind
De'Von Achane. Even if Gordon II is active on Sunday, the game script in a tough matchup against the Buffalo Bills may make it difficult for Miami to feed him the ball on early downs. The rookie profiles as a deep-league flex option at best in Week 10.
--Will BradySource: Sun Sentinel - David Furones
November 6, 2025
Buffalo Bills wide receiver
Joshua Palmer (knee, ankle) logged his second straight limited practice on Thursday due to knee and ankle issues. The 26-year-old has not played since Week 6, and his status for Buffalo's Week 10 matchup against the Miami Dolphins remains up in the air. Across the six games he's played in this season, Palmer has recorded 14 catches for 234 yards on 20 targets. If he remains sidelined for Week 10, it could help the target outlooks for wide receiver
Khalil Shakir and tight end
Dalton Kincaid. Even if Palmer is active, the limited target volume he earned before getting injured makes it difficult for fantasy managers to trust him as a starting wide receiver.
--Will BradySource: Buffalo Bills PR
November 6, 2025
Chicago Bears wide receiver
DJ Moore (hip, groin) practiced in a limited capacity on Thursday after being held out of practice on Wednesday, per The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain. Chicago has been careful with Moore in early-week practices as he nurses hip and groin ailments, but he looks to be on track to play in Week 10 against the New York Giants. The 28-year-old has recorded at least 72 receiving yards in two straight games after failing to reach that mark in any of his first six contests. Overall, Moore has recorded 30 catches for 403 yards and a touchdown on 44 targets across eight games. Assuming he's cleared to play, Moore profiles as a low-end fantasy WR2 in a favorable matchup against the Giants in Week 10.
--Will BradySource: The Athletic - Kevin Fishbain
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