February 18, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is being sued by his long-time partner and mother of his children for choking, strangling, scratching, hitting, and headbutting her over a 19-month period, TMZ reports. "Rashee Rice continued to repeatedly [assault] Dacoda Jones over the course of their relationship," the lawsuit claims. Jones also claims she was subject to "other violent and abusive behaviors," which included Rice throwing things at her, "punching walls, and breaking furniture." She also says that most of the abuse occurred while she was pregnant. The NFL launched an investigation into Rice for possible violations of the league's personal-conduct policy after Jones accused Rice of getting physical with her last month on social media. It's not the first time Rice has had off-the-field issues, as he was suspended six games last year after pleading guilty to multiple felonies for his role in a multi-vehicle crash. Rice is KC's No. 1 receiver when healthy, but another suspension could be coming in 2027. Stay tuned.--Keith Hernandez
Source: TMZ

February 18, 2026

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler (knee) is in the final stages of rehab from offseason knee surgery and will likely be held out of Cactus League games until mid-spring, according to MLB.com's Martin Gallegos. Butler, 25, had surgery last October to fix a torn patellar tendon in his right knee, and he also needed a platelet-rich plasma injection for tendinitis in his left knee. It's not exactly what you want to hear from a power/speed outfielder in his prime, but the good news is that Butler is expected to be ready for Opening Day in late March as an everyday player for the A's. The former sixth-rounder in 2018 saw his batting average drop significantly in his second full season in the big leagues, but he still hit 21 homers, drove in 63 runs, and stole 22 bases in 152 games while playing through knee issues. An elevated strikeout rate (28.4%) was to blame for his drop in average. There's lots of risk here, but a healthy Butler has 30-30 potential in one of the most hitter-friendly ballparks in Sacramento.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos

February 18, 2026

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert ended up getting buried on the depth chart during a crucial contract year in 2025. Tolbert opened the year as the presumptive No. 3 receiver behind CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, but he fell down the picking order as Ryan Flournoy and KaVontae Turpin took on larger roles. Pickens' breakout in Dallas also reduced Tolbert's volume. Tolbert ultimately finished the year sixth on the team in receiving yards (203) and seventh in receptions (18). Both represented a major step backward from 2024, when he had 49 catches, 610 yards, and seven touchdowns while finishing as the WR45 in PPR leagues. Tolbert's strong 2024 season will generate some interest in free agency, but the fact that he was essentially reduced to a non-factor in 2025 really hurts his stock. Plus, at 26 years old, teams will be looking to round out their depth chart with younger upside receivers. Tolbert can be dropped in most dynasty leagues. In very deep formats, he can be held for now, then traded when he signs somewhere this offseason.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof will miss the start of the Cactus League schedule in spring training because he is still building up his swing progression, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Gelof is healthy heading into the 2026 campaign after missing significant time last year with hand, shoulder, and rib injuries, and with newcomer Jeff McNeil in line to see everyday playing time at second base, the 26-year-old is working in center field in camp to become more versatile and give him a better shot at making the Opening Day roster. In addition to working in the outfield, Gelof is ironing out his swing after playing in just 30 big-league games in 2025. He struggled at the plate in that small sample size, going 16-for-92 (.174) with two homers, seven RBI, and 46 strikeouts. Gelof led the majors with 188 strikeouts in 2024, and his batted-ball metrics don't paint a pretty picture. He has a lot of work to do to get back onto the fantasy radar in mixed leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos

February 18, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III had a clear path to production in 2025, but he failed to capitalize on his opportunities and ultimately turned in a disappointing season. It seemed like Austin had a chance to break out this past season after Pittsburgh traded away George Pickens and signed quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The DK Metcalf addition certainly added a wrinkle to Austin's outlook, but it theoretically should have worked in his favor because he's more of a No. 2 receiver anyway. In the end, Austin's productivity actually took a step backward. He had 31 catches (five fewer than 2024), 372 yards (176 fewer than 2024), and three touchdowns (one fewer than 2024). He was the overall WR74 in PPR leagues, and managers never really knew when to start him. He was heavily dependent on scoring touchdowns, as he found the end zone in three of the four games where he produced double-digit fantasy points. Austin will have an opportunity for a fresh start in 2026, as he'll hit free agency next month. However, it was really crucial for him to produce in a contract year, and he wasn't able to do so. As a result, he might end up signing somewhere as a No. 3 receiver, which will severely limit his upside in fantasy football. He's off the redraft radar in most leagues. Dynasty managers should hold onto him for now, and then trade him as soon as he signs somewhere.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet's value is declining ahead of the 2026 season. Kmet never really established himself as a top fantasy threat through his first five years in the league, but he did have two top-eight finishes at the tight end position during that span. However, his fantasy production took a major step backward in 2025 (his sixth season in the league) as the Bears shook up their personnel. New head coach Ben Johnson made plenty of changes on the offensive side of the ball, with the most notable being the addition of rookie tight end Colston Loveland. Chicago started feeding Loveland after the Week 5 bye, which resulted in Kmet's snap share dropping from 100% in Week 4 to just 52% in Week 6. Kmet ultimately finished the year with a modest stat line of 30 catches, 347 yards, and two touchdowns across 16 games. The reception and yardage totals both represented his lowest marks since his rookie campaign in 2020. Kmet is under contract for two more years, and while the Bears do have a potential out this offseason, it seems like he'll remain in Chicago through 2027. That would mean he'll nestle into the No. 2 tight end role next season, severely limiting his fantasy value and upside. He's not worth drafting in 2026 redraft leagues, and dynasty managers should absolutely look to trade him within the next couple of months, even though it's too late to completely "sell high."--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis sought guidance from outside hitting coach Jeremy Isenhower, recommended to him by Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., in the offseason in search of a solid base and more consistent performance, according to MLB.com's Matthew Leach. The 26-year-old former first overall pick in 2017 played in a career-high 106 games last year but hit a disappointing .237/.283/.388 with a career-low .671 OPS, 13 home runs, 52 RBI, 36 runs, and a career-high 12 stolen bases in 403 plate appearances. Lewis' primary focus while working with Isenhower has been pre-swing preparation to get Lewis into the best possible position before he begins his swing. Isenhower is hoping a quieter stance will help Lewis, who already has elite bat speed, improve his pitch recognition, swing decisions, and quality of contact. If he can apply his mechanical fixes in 2026, Lewis could be a nice value pick in fantasy drafts at third base. Remember, he hit .303 with 27 homers in his first 94 big-league games.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com - Matthew Leach

February 18, 2026

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby's short-term value might have dwindled upon his midseason trade from Jacksonville to Philadelphia, but he solidified himself as a top-tier handcuff with the potential for long-term upside. Bigsby spent most of 2025 in a special teams role, as touches were limited behind Saquon Barkley. However, he did have some opportunities to produce out of the backfield, especially when the Eagles jumped out to an early lead and rested some starters. In Week 8 against the Giants, he exploded for 104 yards on nine carries. He added another 209 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns over the final four games of the season. Bigsby has established himself as one of the most appealing handcuffs in fantasy football, as he'd become a potential top-12 fantasy running back if Barkley were to get hurt. Plus, the Eagles have a potential out in Barkley's contract next offseason, so if the front office believes this is his final year in Philadelphia, we could see the coaching staff give Bigsby more touches in preparation for a prominent role in 2027. These are all hypotheticals at this point, but at the very least, Bigsby is an intriguing handcuff option with top-12 upside. He's absolutely worth buying in dynasty leagues this offseason, especially for managers who have Barkley on their roster already.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman had a very underwhelming 2025 season, catching just 19 of his 38 targets for a career-low 224 yards and two touchdowns. Missing four games impacted his stats slightly, but it's concerning that he had fewer yards over 13 games in 2025 than yards over just six games in 2022. His 1.5 catches and 4.3 fantasy points (PPR) per game are both new career lows. Interestingly enough, Bateman remains under contract with the Ravens through 2029, so he'll have plenty of opportunities to bounce back next season and beyond. It does work in his favor that DeAndre Hopkins and Isaiah Likely are both free agents, but Bateman will still have to compete for targets behind Zay Flowers, Mark Andrews, and any other pass-catchers the Ravens bring in. He can be avoided in all redraft leagues next year, and dynasty managers should be willing to drop him when the 2026 roster crunch comes around.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Shane McClanahan (triceps) will throw to live hitters in camp for the first time on Saturday, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Pitching coach Kyle Snyder said earlier this month that McClanahan has looked "really, really good," and the expectation is that he'll be ready to be in the team's Opening Day starting rotation, barring a setback this spring. The 28-year-old southpaw was an All-Star in 2022 and 2023, but he's a massive in fantasy baseball in 2026 since he has not pitched in the big leagues since 2023. He made only two minor-league rehab starts last year before eventually undergoing surgery to fix a nerve issue in his triceps in August. McClanahan has shown ace potential before for the Rays, but he's RotoBaller's No. 69 fantasy starting pitcher because of the injury risk. Even if McClanahan bounces back nicely, workload restrictions will likely limit his upside.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin

February 18, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth had a productive season, but the crowded nature of the team's tight end room pushed him off the radar in fantasy football. Despite being a top-nine fantasy tight end in two of his three previous seasons, Freiermuth dropped down to TE25 in PPR leagues in 2025. He played in all 17 games, catching 41 passes for 486 yards and four touchdowns. Part of Freiermuth's underwhelming season can be attributed to the crowded tight end room surrounding him. Jonnu Smith saw 54 targets after Pittsburgh deliberately went out and traded for him during the offseason, and Darnell Washington had a breakout year with 31 catches. Neither Smith nor Washington is a free agent this offseason, so we could expect a similar story of Freiermuth's volume being capped in 2026. As a result, he's not worth drafting in most 12-team redraft leagues next year, and he could be worth selling in dynasty formats.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

After a breakout year in 2025, Ben Griffin has taken a slight step back to start 2026, recording just one top-20 finish through his first four events. He now turns to The Genesis Invitational, where he finished T37 the last time it was held at Riviera in 2024. Success here requires a well-rounded game, and Griffin has shown some of that this year. He currently ranks 48th in total strokes gained (+0.761 per round) and 70th in putting (+0.214), though he is only 104th on approach (-0.065) and 103rd off the tee (-0.109). He's also 51st in greens in regulation and 37th in scrambling, helping him make up lost opportunities with his ball-striking. At $8,700 on DraftKings, Griffin profiles as a player with a high floor and upside that has yet to fully show this season.--Dakota Legg - RotoBaller
Source: PGA Tour

February 18, 2026

ESPN's Adam Schefter and Field Yates report that the San Francisco 49ers will play a regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia, a home regular-season game in Mexico City, and have a schedule that includes two cross-country road games at the Atlanta Falcons and the New York Giants in 2026. The 49ers' opponent for the Mexico City game has yet to be announced, but they will square off against the division-rival Los Angeles Rams in Australia. San Francisco was eliminated by the Seattle Seahawks, who went on to win Super Bowl LX, in the Divisional Round of the postseason in a 41-6 rout. It was an impressive feat for the Niners to even make it to the playoffs last season, considering all the key players who missed extensive time due to injuries for them. Led by head coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy, the 49ers will be Super Bowl contenders going into 2026, although their schedule certainly won't do them any favors.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter and Field Yates

February 18, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk had arguably his best MLB season in 2025, hitting .282/.348/.421 with 15 home runs, 76 RBI, 45 runs scored, and one stolen base across 506 plate appearances. Kirk posted an elite 11.7% strikeout rate, in line with his career mark of 11.6%. However, the 27-year-old made major strides in terms of contact quality, upping his barrel rate from 6.7% in 2024 to 10.1% in 2025 and posting the best hard-hit rate (50.8%) of his career. Speed will never be an asset for Kirk, as he's logged one career stolen base. His poor base-running ability also impacts him in terms of runs scored, as he's never recorded more than 59 runs in a season and has racked up 45 runs or fewer in three straight years. Still, Kirk's ability to make contact makes him one of the best options for batting average at the catcher position in all of fantasy. If he can hold the power gains he made in 2025, Kirk should be a solid power and RBI producer relative to his position as well. With a current average draft position of pick 150, Kirk profiles as a high-floor, low-end starting catcher for fantasy managers.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs restructured quarterback Patrick Mahomes' contract this week to create some much-needed salary cap space going into the 2026 season, according to ESPN. The restructuring converts $54.45 million of Mahomes' 2026 salary into a signing bonus, lowering his cap number to $34.65 million. The move creates $43.65 million in cap space and marks the fourth straight year the Chiefs have restructured Mahomes' contract. KC entered the offseason more than $57 million over the salary cap and will still need to make some financial maneuvers after restructuring Mahomes' contract. The Chiefs missed the playoffs in 2025 for the first time in a decade after reaching the Super Bowl in each of the previous three seasons. Mahomes will now count for an additional $11 million against KC's cap in each of the next four seasons, bringing his total cap number to $85 million for 2027.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN.com

February 18, 2026

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson may not be a standout fantasy producer in any one area, but he's been a remarkably consistent player since signing with Chicago heading into the 2023 season. Across 645 plate appearances in 2025, Swanson hit .244/.300/.417 with 24 home runs, 77 RBI, 84 runs scored, and 20 stolen bases. Swanson carries a limited batting average ceiling. In 2025, he struck out in 26% of his plate appearances, in line with his career strikeout rate of 24.4%. However, he's hit at least 22 home runs in four out of his last five seasons and swiped at least 18 bases in three out of the last four years. Swanson is also locked in as the everyday shortstop in what profiles as an excellent Chicago lineup, so he should continue to rack up counting stats. He's topped 80 runs in all three of his seasons with the Cubs, and has collected at least 77 RBI in four out of his last five campaigns. Swanson is entering his age-32 season, which brings about some risk of age-related decline. Still, his steady track record and max-playing time profile should allow him to pay off his current average draft position of pick 142.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Keegan Bradley has started to turn things around after a missed cut to open the season, finishing T43 at Torrey Pines and T29 at Pebble Beach. He now looks to build on that momentum at The Genesis Invitational, which returns to Riviera after a temporary move to Torrey Pines in 2025. In 14 career starts at Riviera, Bradley has six missed cuts and just four finishes inside the top 20. His success here has often hinged on putting, and so far this season, he ranks 82nd in strokes gained putting (+0.040 per round). He's also 64th in total strokes gained (+0.457), 27th off the tee (+0.542), but only 145th on approach (-0.721). With one of the lowest greens-in-regulation rates on Tour, approach play is crucial, and so far, Bradley hasn't done enough with his irons or flat stick to inspire strong confidence this week.--Dakota Legg - RotoBaller
Source: PGA Tour

February 18, 2026

In his first season with the team after signing a mega-contract in free agency, San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames posted a solid season in 2025. Across 686 plate appearances, the 30-year-old hit .225/.318/.421 with 30 home runs, 87 RBI, 94 runs scored, and 12 stolen bases. While Adames' 2025 line is slightly worse than the career year he posted with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2024, he's established a steady production floor over the past four seasons. With a career strikeout rate of 27% (26.1% in 2025), Adames is likely to be a drain on the batting average category for fantasy managers. However, he's posted barrel rates north of 12% for four consecutive seasons and has reached the 30-home run mark in three of those four years. He's also locked in as the everyday shortstop in San Francisco and should rack up counting stats as long as he can stay healthy. Adames is now on the wrong side of 30 years old, so he could be hitting the start of a gentle decline phase. Still, he's an above-average power source at the shortstop position for fantasy managers and comes with a reasonable average draft position of pick 117.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

February 18, 2026

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene added a two-seam fastball and feels he improved his splitter over the offseason, per Charlie Clifford of NBC 5 Cincinnati. The 26-year-old reaffirmed his status as one of the best pitchers in baseball in 2025, posting a 7-4 record with a 2.76 ERA, 0.94 WHIP, and 132 strikeouts across 107 2/3 innings (19 starts). Greene missed significant time due to right groin strains that required two separate stints on the Injured List, the second of which forced him to miss over two months. However, the right-hander finished the year on the mound for Cincinnati and appears to be fully healthy heading into 2026 Spring Training. In 2025, Greene lowered his walk rate to a career-best 6.2% while also upping his strikeout rate to a career-best 31.4%. If his new pitch mix helps him unlock even more answers, Greene could emerge as a truly elite fantasy SP1 in 2026.--Will Brady
Source: NBC 5 Cincinnati - Charlie Clifford

February 18, 2026

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis adopted a new hitting program and worked with a personal hitting coach for the first time in his career this past offseason, per Betsy Helfand of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. The 26-year-old has long tantalized fantasy managers with his obvious talent and production upside, but he's struggled with inconsistency and major injury issues to this point in his career. Across 403 plate appearances in 2025, Lewis hit .237/.283/.388 with 13 home runs, 52 RBI, 36 runs scored, and 12 stolen bases. While his 403 plate appearances represented a career single-season high, Lewis' .671 OPS was by far the worst mark he's posted in the big leagues. His barrel rate dropped from 11.2% in 2024 to 8.7% in 2025, and his isolated slugging percentage dipped from .219 to .152. Heading into 2026, Lewis appears to be fully healthy and has made significant changes to his offseason preparation. Lewis could significantly outperform his current average draft position of pick 191, but his profile obviously comes with a sizable amount of risk for fantasy managers.--Will Brady
Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press - Betsy Helfand

February 18, 2026

J.J. Spaun's rough start to the season continued at Pebble Beach, where he lost nearly 3.7 strokes on the greens and finished T45. The putter has clearly been the biggest problem, as he currently ranks 163rd on Tour, losing an average of -1.010 strokes per round. It's a concerning trend heading into The Genesis Invitational, which returns to Riviera after a temporary move to Torrey Pines in 2025. Riviera is known for low greens-in-regulation rates and notoriously difficult Poa annua greens, and Spaun's history here doesn't offer much encouragement. In seven career starts at the course, he has lost 16.11 strokes putting, missed five cuts, and has yet to record a top-30 finish. Even at a $7,500 on DraftKings, he is difficult to trust given both his recent form and ongoing putting struggles. Fantasy managers may want to wait for signs of improvement before considering him for their lineups.--Dakota Legg - RotoBaller
Source: PGA Tour

February 18, 2026

Sepp Straka managed to be super consistent at Pebble Beach. The Austrian golfer shot all four rounds in the 60's en route to a T-2 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. This week at Riviera Country Club may feature a different reality. Though his betting profile trends upward to around +4000 to win (+410 for a Top 10), Straka has not opened below a 70 in his last five appearances. That resulted in two missed cuts and two finishes outside the Top 40. Honestly, Straka could surprise here but from a betting and DFS point of view, there are better options for this course as the Austrian has had much inconsistency from his driver and putter at Riviera. --Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Shane Lowry got his season off to a strong start at Pebble Beach, posting rounds of 67-69-67-67 on his way to a T8 finish. He now looks to carry that momentum into The Genesis Invitational, where he finished T14 when the tournament was last held at Riviera in 2024. Success here requires players to use every club in the bag, but with one of the lowest greens-in-regulation rates on Tour, approach play is especially important. Lowry ranks 11th in total strokes gained (+1.875 per round), 47th off the tee (+0.331), and 15th on approach (+0.814). In his last appearance here, he gained strokes across the bag, only losing ground on Riviera's difficult Poa annua greens. Lowry has been in strong form across both the DP World Tour and his lone PGA Tour start this season and is well-positioned to continue that this week. At $7,800 on DraftKings, he profiles as a high-upside value play.--Dakota Legg - RotoBaller
Source: PGA Tour

February 18, 2026

Justin Rose has already won in 2026 at the Farmers Insurance Open. The English golfer followed that up with a respectable T-37 at Pebble Beach. Rose, at 45, still drives the ball over 300 yards (306.9 average in 2026). Rose has missed the cut in both appearances at Riviera. Those starts were not good and second rounds were equally as bad (75-74 and 71-73). Rose could not make birdies in those events. Again, 2025 can be tossed out because of Torrey Pines. His betting number has also slid to +4500 to win and his Top 10 might approach (+450 to +500) at some point. The 7,322 yard course does not suit Rose quite so well like others from a birdie making perspective. --Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Robert MacIntyre is an interesting golfer to watch this week at The Genesis Invitational. The Scottish golfer did have a Top 15 result (T-14) at the event in 2022. Last year was a bit different as the event was a little further south in San Diego. Anyway, MacIntyre's driving accuracy is above 60% after the first month at 61.31%. He will need that in Los Angeles this week along with the putter. Unusually, the golfer has reverted back to his 2024 form early where his major putting metrics were all in the green. His one-putt percentage early this year is up to 44.91% (16th). With a solid 72.69% for greens in regulation, MacIntyre could get in on the birdie bandwagon from a DFS point of view. --Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Jake Knapp continued his incredible start to the season at Pebble Beach, finishing T8 and recording his fourth straight finish of T11 or better to open the year. He will look to keep it going at The Genesis Invitational, which returns to Riviera after a temporary move to Torrey Pines in 2025, where Knapp finished T17. Success here requires a complete game, but with one of the lowest greens-in-regulation rates on Tour, approach play is especially important. Knapp ranks third in total strokes gained (+2.257 per round), 19th off the tee (+0.633), and 63rd on approach (+0.294). He has also been lights out with the putter, gaining +1.046 strokes per round (13th), often the difference maker at Riviera. At $8,600 on DraftKings, Knapp will be a popular pick, and for good reason. Fantasy managers can continue to start him confidently until he shows any signs of slowing down.--Dakota Legg - RotoBaller
Source: PGA Tour

February 18, 2026

Min Woo Lee closed with an astonishing 65 on Sunday to tie for second at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. The Australian golfer erased the blips from the final rounds of the first two events on his schedule. He played last year when The Genesis Invitational was at Torrey Pines. It will be intriguing to see what happens at Riviera Country Club this time. Lee played at the course in 2022 but he was much younger and missed the cut. His DFS trends are heading upward and his betting number has shortened significantly (now around +3500 to win). Lee must be good at all phases to have a chance of contending this week.--Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Harry Hall has never played at The Genesis Invitational. The English golfer has probably practiced at Riviera Country Club but has not played it competitively. Yes, this surprises some people. Hall has enjoyed a nice beginning to 2026 with three Top 25 results in four tournaments. However, the Los Angeles area based course presents a few wrinkles some golfers may not be used to. It is why Hall has trended downward in betting circles (+10000 and worse). Pebble Beach is a little more technical compared to Riviera and Hall gained nearly two strokes overall last week (1.95). Losing a little again off the tee at 0.24 is a worry and driving accuracy has been a negative which enters Hall into uncertain territory for this week. --Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Matt Fitzpatrick has enjoyed a solid start to 2026. The English golfer even has a Top 10 on his resume already (WM Phoenix Open). He managed a T-14 at Pebble Beach and closed with a final round 67 after a Saturday hiccup (70). The one concern is his putting metrics and that may be the only one. Despite that, he has scored well. His one-putt percentage is only 31.11% (170th) and putts per round is 30.17 (157th). Given his career numbers are far better, improvement could be on the horizon. It is why Fitzpatrick is a trending pick for bettors not only to finish inside the Top 10 (around +320) but maybe win the tournament entirely. --Chris Wassel - RotoBaller
Source: PGATour.com

February 18, 2026

Milwaukee Brewers infield prospect Jett Williams is trending towards beginning the 2026 season at Triple-A. While Williams appeared in a good position to crack the Opening Day roster following the trade that sent Caleb Durbin to Boston, the Brewers quickly signed veteran infielder Luis Rengifo, who is now penciled in to be their primary third baseman. While Williams has taken reps at the hot corner alongside his typical position at shortstop in camp, he will likely begin the season with Triple-A, where he can earn everyday at-bats. Williams joined the Brewers earlier in the offseason in the trade that sent right-hander Freddy Peralta to the Mets. Last season, Williams made his Triple-A debut in the New York pipeline and held a .209/.285/.433 line with seven long balls and two swiped bags over a 34-game stint. While he could still carve out a role, managers should expect the top prospect to begin in the season in Nashville.--Andy Smith
Source: RotoBaller