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Sean Monahan Fully Healthy Ahead of New Season
Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan is fully healthy for the start of the season, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports. Monahan was banged up all year last season and struggled to perform. After being a point-per-game guy in 2024-25, the 31-year-old tallied only 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists) in 78 games. Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said Monahan is feeling "great" ahead of the new campaign. He didn't require any surgeries to get healthy. With no injuries, Monahan could comfortably reach 50-60 points in 2026-27.
Source: Mark Scheig
Source: Mark Scheig
Josh Jacobs Not Facing More Than Six-Game Suspension?
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (personal) remains on the commissioner's exempt list, but the NFL could count time spent there as time served for any potential suspension, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Some league sources expect this to be the case in the end. In the league's Collective Bargaining Agreement, there is a six-game minimum for any type of domestic violence, such as Jacobs' situation. Schefter writes that it could be more or less, depending on mitigating factors. The 28-year-old veteran needs to remain stashed in all fantasy leagues, but fantasy managers may need to be patient before being able to use him in starting fantasy lineups in 2026. Jacobs is the Packers' unquestioned lead back when healthy and with the team, but to begin the new season, MarShawn Lloyd is expected to get the first crack at RB1 duties for the Packers on Sunday against the division-rival Minnesota Vikings. Kaleb Johnson and Chris Brooks also figure to be involved with change-of-pace roles as Green Bay navigates life without Jacobs for potentially the first four to six weeks of the season.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Dylan Larkin Will Join Red Wings for Camp Despite Trade Request
Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin will report to training camp despite requesting a trade this offseason, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. Larkin hasn't gotten his desired move away from Motown, but he could very well start the season with the Red Wings. However, the 2026 Olympic champion won't be the team captain anymore after the Red Wings announced that they will begin the campaign without a captain. In 2026-27, Larkin will aim to post his sixth consecutive 30-goal season. He has notched at least 67 points in each of the past five seasons.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
NFL Attempting To Obtain Video of Josh Jacobs' Incident
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports that the NFL is trying to legally obtain video of the Josh Jacobs incident. The Green Bay Packers running back is currently on the Commissioner's Exempt List and was in court this weekend. The NFL is looking to get video to help in their ongoing investigation of the Jacobs' incident and would like to see the video before they make a decision on suspending Jacobs. The Green Bay star running back will sit out during the investigation and MarShawn Lloyd takes over as the main running back for the Packers along with Kaleb Johnson and Chris Brooks. The Packers likely want to get this situation figured out and know if they will have Jacobs at all at their disposal this season. It's an unfortunate legal situation that has affected Jacobs status on the field.
Source: Ian Rapoport
Source: Ian Rapoport
Aiva Arquette Back on Injured List With Undisclosed Injury
The Double-A Pensacola Blue Wahoos announced on Saturday that Miami Marlins infield prospect Aiva Arquette (undisclosed) is back on the seven-day minor-league injured list with an undisclosed injury. It will be Arquette's third trip to the IL this season and will almost certainly end his 2026 campaign. The 22-year-old former seventh overall pick from Oregon State University in 2025 has hit .272/.326/.459 with a .785 OPS, 12 home runs, 48 RBI, 21 stolen bases, and 44 runs scored in 64 games across 291 plate appearances in his first full pro season with Pensacola and High-A Beloit. His numbers have been solid, but he has also missed time with a thumb injury and after having surgery for a core-muscle ailment. Arquette is considered Miami's No. 2 overall prospect, behind only left-hander Thomas White, and he will likely return to Pensacola to begin the 2027 season before potentially getting a quick call to Triple-A Jacksonville if he can stay healthy. The 6-foot-5, 220-pounder should have a realistic shot at making his MLB debut late next year or early in 2028.
Source: Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Source: Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Mark Stone Signs Two-Year Contract Extension
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone inked a two-year, $18 million contract extension on Saturday. The Golden Knights locked up their captain for a pair of more years, with Stone's current contract ending in 2027. Stone will take a small pay cut with his new deal, as the average annual value of his contract will drop from $9.5 million to $9 million. Although having Stone rostered often frustrates fantasy managers because of his health issues, the veteran forward is extremely productive when on the ice -- he averaged 1.22 points per game last season.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Chris Kreider Joins Canadiens
Left wing Chris Kreider has joined the Montreal Canadiens on a one-year contract. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, the contract is worth $2.15 million, but Kreider can earn an extra $3 million through bonuses. Kreider was an unrestricted free agent after his contract with the Anaheim Ducks terminated earlier this week. The veteran forward, who has recorded 11 20-goal seasons during his 14-year NHL career, will add experience and quality to an exciting Canadiens team, which is coached by his former New York Rangers teammate, Martin St. Louis. If he avoids injuries, there's no reason why Kreider shouldn't reach 20 goals again in 2026-27.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Brock Bowers Has a Realistic Chance to Play in Week 2
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (knee) is working his way back from a meniscus trim, and the team believes "there's a realistic chance" that he will be able to return in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Chargers, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Bowers underwent the trim just a few days ago, so it would be impressive to see him return to action within two weeks. Nevertheless, the Raiders believe it's possible, and the team will continue to evaluate how he feels. There's no need to rush Bowers back this early in the season, but if he's indeed capable of playing next week, the Raiders would be thrilled to get him back into the mix. He had 64 catches, 680 yards, and seven touchdowns last season, and he was the TE1 back in 2024 with 1,194 yards and five touchdowns. While Bowers works to get back on the field, Michael Mayer will temporarily step in as the team's top tight end.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Malik Nabers Still Iffy For Week 1 Contest Against Cowboys
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) is still questionable for the team's opening matchup against the Cowboys on Sunday Night Football. ESPN Insider Adam Schefter says Nabers' status for Week 1 is "murky at best," and he is leaving his status for the game up to God. The Giants have added two new wide receivers to their 53-man roster on Saturday ahead of Sunday's game. Nabers' injury situation is seemingly up in the air, with his status sounding truly questionable. Nabers' impact is key for the Giants as he is the clear top target for quarterback Jaxson Dart. Nabers missed most of last season with a torn ACL, but he will try to make his way onto the field for the season opener.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Alec Pierce on a Pitch Count for Week 1
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce is expected to be on a snap count for Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. The team hasn't announced how much Pierce will play, but Garafolo hears that it will be around 20 to 30 snaps. The 26-year-old is working his way back from a heel injury, and although he doesn't have an official injury designation for Week 1, he's evidently at less than 100 percent. The pitch count drops him to the low-end WR3 territory this week, and managers should strongly consider starting other receivers with more full workloads. This update from Indianapolis also suggests that we could see more volume for Josh Downs and Keenan Allen. The former has more appeal than the latter, but both could garner their own WR3/flex upside in deeper leagues.
Source: Mike Garafolo
Source: Mike Garafolo
Parker Washington Could Have Big Week 1 Vs. Browns
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington looks to build off his excellent finish to last season and continue with a solid Week 1 game against the Cleveland Browns. Washington makes for a solid start against Cleveland and is expected to finish as a WR2 or better in the opening week of the season. Washington will be comfortable catching passes from Trevor Lawrence and lining up alongside fellow receivers Brian Thomas Jr. and Jakobi Meyers. Washington could see some time lining up in the slot and could be a big mismatch against the Browns defense. Last season, Washington caught 58 passes on 95 targets for 847 yards and a career-high five touchdowns. The Jaguars offense should have a big day against Cleveland, and Washington figures to be a big part of that.
Source: ESPN.com
Source: ESPN.com
Joey Logano Wins Pole at Gateway With Blistering Lap
Joey Logano will lead the Cup Series field to the green flag at Gateway on Sunday for the Enjoy Illinois 300, as the Team Penske driver put down an absolutely blistering lap during qualifying on Saturday. Logano's lap of 32.817 seconds was nearly three-tenths better than anyone else in the session, and it has to give the No. 22 team plenty of confidence heading into the race itself--especially considering how fast the Ford was in practice, too. Logano ranked second-best in 30-lap average during that session, so it appears the No. 22 Ford not only has great short-run speed (qualifying) but also great long-run speed (practice). At $10.2K on DraftKings this weekend, Logano is an excellent DFS pick and a prime dominator to build around.
Source: Jayski
Source: Jayski
Ryan Blaney a Standout in Practice at Gateway
All eyes were on the No. 12 Ford on Saturday at Gateway, as Ryan Blaney laid down the fastest lap in the practice session and also had the best 10-lap average. He ranked second-fastest in both 15- and 20-lap averages, while ranking first in 25-lap average. In other words, Blaney has a really good car for the Enjoy Illinois 300, and he qualified third for the race. In four career starts at this track, the Team Penske driver has yet to find victory lane, but he does have a pair of fourth-place finishes to his credit (including last season), and he ran sixth here in 2023. This weekend, Blaney ($10.7K on DraftKings) should be a popular DFS pick, as he has race-winning upside and dominator potential as well. After practice on Saturday, Blaney stated, "I think we're in the ballgame," during an interview with the TV crew.
Source: PitByNumbers
Source: PitByNumbers
Tyler Reddick Has Been Disappointing at Gateway
One driver that probably should have better results at Gateway than he does is Tyler Reddick. The 23XI Racing driver has qualified ninth or better in all four of his starts at this track, but he has just one finish better than 15th here in those four starts. Additionally, Reddick's best driver rating during a race here is just 94.4, with his average being 80.9. This weekend, the No. 45 Toyota has been decent. Reddick ranked seventh-fastest in 10-lap average during practice but dipped down to 18th-best in 15-lap average and never made a long run during the session. He qualified back in 18th-place for Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300, which gives him decent Place Differential upside in DFS, but you have to wonder whether the decently high salary ($9.5K) is worth the limited upside. There are likely other value plays to target in daily fantasy lineups this weekend.
Source: ifantasyrace
Source: ifantasyrace
A.J. Brown Has High-Ankle Sprain, To Miss Six Weeks
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (ankle) has been placed on Injured Reserve and will miss six weeks with a high-ankle sprain, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. The big off-season signing for the Patriots will miss the high end of the four- to six-week timeline normally associated with a high ankle sprain. It's a big injury for New England to deal with early on in the season. Brown had 78 catches on 121 targets last season with the Eagles for 1,003 yards and seven touchdowns. He was looking for a breakout year with New England, but it will have to get started a little bit later than anticipated. Fantasy managers will want to hold on to Brown as he sits out his six games. He could still have a big year for the Patriots but will have to recover from the high ankle sprain before he gets underway.
Source: Ian Rapoport
Source: Ian Rapoport
