May 26, 2026, 3:27 PM ET

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal (elbow) is set to face live hitters on Tuesday at Comerica Park, according to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. Skubal threw a bullpen session last Thursday for already the third time since having surgery to remove a loose body from his left elbow over two weeks ago, and now the 29-year-old southpaw has been cleared to face live hitters. The back-to-back American League Cy Young winner is making rapid progress from what was a non-invasive procedure on his elbow, potentially making him available to come off the 15-day injured list by mid-June. Manager A.J. Hinch said that it's safe to say that Skubal will go on a minor-league rehab assignment before returning to the big-league starting rotation, but he could only require one outing before getting the green light to return to the Tigers. Skubal has been by far and away the best starting pitcher in baseball the last two years, so he will give the Tigers and fantasy managers a huge boost when he's back in the majors.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Athletic - Cody Stavenhagen

May 26, 2026, 3:21 PM ET

Athletics pitching prospect Gage Jump has been called up from Triple-A Las Vegas and will start on Tuesday at home against the Mariners. The start will be his major league debut after making nine starts for the Aviators this season. The Athletics' third-ranked prospect's season-long numbers don't look all that impressive (4.50 ERA, 1.47 WHIP), but he's looked terrific in his last two outings, allowing no runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out 15 over 11 innings pitched. The southpaw has struck out at least six batters in five straight contests and six of nine overall, leading to a superb 33.1 percent strikeout rate. The 23-year-old also owns a high 11.8 percent walk rate, but with his strikeout potential, the left-hander is a must-add in most leagues, especially against the Mariners, who have the lowest team batting average against lefties and the fourth-lowest wRC+ against them so far this season.--Jarod Rupp
Source: Martin Gallegos

May 26, 2026, 3:20 PM ET

Colorado Rockies right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for a few weeks after he landed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained right elbow. Hopefully, rest and rehab can allow him to return to the big-league roster without having to go under the knife, which would keep him out for the rest of the 2026 season and likely half of next year. The 24-year-old may not be able to return until right around the All-Star break in the middle of July, but even then, fantasy managers should consider stashing the young arm in deeper leagues. Dollander, the former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of Tennessee, was showing improvement in his first full year in the big leagues before his elbow injury, going 3-3 with a 3.89 ERA (4.14 FIP) and 1.29 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 18 walks over 44 innings across 10 appearances (three starts). He was effective primarily in a bulk-relief role following an opener, posting a 24.9% strikeout rate and 9.5% walk rate, which were both improvements after he struggled in his first 21 starts in the big leagues as a rookie in 2024. Dollander is rostered in just 14% of Yahoo leagues right now. Patience will be required.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 26, 2026, 3:16 PM ET

For whatever many of us thought was going to happen after Akshay Bhatia's victory at Bay Hill, things haven't really come to fruition. The 24-year-old hasn't had a top-10 since, while missing the cut at both of the year's first two majors. We know he has an abundance of talent, but so far, he is driving the ball too poorly for anything else to shine. He ranks 128th in strokes gained off the tee (-0.245), and is outside the top 100 in driving accuracy and distance. And though his iron play has suffered over his last few starts, it's otherwise a strong part of what makes Bhatia one of the young stars on the PGA Tour. However, this week doesn't fit how he is playing at the moment. The ceiling is too low for the price he warrants.--Todd McGill
Source: PGA Tour

May 26, 2026, 3:10 PM ET

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio says that it continues to be inevitable that the NFL will expand the regular season to 18 games, but it's not inevitable that it will happen as soon as the 2027 season. It's "highly unlikely" that a change to the regular-season schedule will be made by then. The door won't be closed on an expansion of the regular-season slate in 2027, because the NFL still hasn't picked a date for Super Bowl LXII that year in Atlanta. The Super Bowl will be held on Feb. 13 of 2028 that year under the current structure of the schedule. NFL players and the NFLPA have pushed back on adding another regular-season game, citing player safety, but one way or another, the regular season will be expanded to 18 games in the near future. "If you can't do it safely for our players, we're not gonna do it. And that's why I would say it's not inevitable," commissioner Roger Goodell said in April.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pro Football Talk - Mike Florio

May 26, 2026, 3:08 PM ET

New York Mets pitching prospect Jack Wenninger could still be the next pitcher in line for a promotion when the team needs to fill a rotation spot despite turning in his worst outing of the season in his latest start. The Mets' fifth-ranked prospect carried a sterling 1.51 ERA into Sunday's start for Triple-A Syracuse, but yielded six runs (four earned) on five hits and two walks while striking out five in 5 1/3 innings pitched. Surprisingly, two of the hits were home runs after the right-hander had allowed just one home run all season in his first eight starts (35 2/3 IP). Still, the 6-foot-4 hurler owns a 2.20 ERA (4.38 FIP), is limiting opponents to a .178 average, and has recorded 44 strikeouts in 41 innings of work, which should be enough to give the organization confidence to call on him when needed. Jonah Tong appears to be getting the nod to fill Clay Holmes' spot in the rotation for now, but if he or Christian Scott falter or someone hits the injured list, Wenninger could be on the way to Queens. For managers looking for pitching help, the former sixth-round draft pick is a worthwhile stash for his ability to limit damage and record a strikeout per inning.--Jarod Rupp
Source: MiLB.com

May 26, 2026, 3:06 PM ET

After the hot start to the season, Sahith Theegala has lost his way a bit over the last few events. He's lost strokes on approach in three of his last four starts, and hasn't particularly hit it well off the tee either. That isn't the kind of struggle to be on at such a target-oriented, placement-style layout. Colonial Country Club is a difficult place to hit shots out of position. Despite having a solid year going on and around the greens, the downturn in ball striking makes him a difficult recommendation this week. Especially considering this is only his third time playing this event, with a lone made cut finishing T57.--Todd McGill
Source: Data Golf

May 26, 2026, 2:53 PM ET

Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Cole Carrigg has been a consistent producer all season at Triple-A Albuquerque, reaching base via hit or walk in 43 of his 47 games played. The Rockies' sixth-ranked prospect's season slash line stands at a robust .358/.424/.551 with five home runs, while his speed has helped him to five triples (second-most in the minors) and 26 steals. That kind of multi-category production should interest fantasy managers, and with just a 14.2 percent strikeout rate, the switch-hitter clearly doesn't appear to be overmatched at that level. A promotion to the big league club could happen in the coming weeks, and with solid contact, power, and above-average speed, the 24-year-old has quickly become a top hitter to stash in most leagues.--Jarod Rupp
Source: MiLB.com

May 26, 2026, 2:51 PM ET

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia was promoted to the majors last week, and he's an encouraging waiver wire target given his potential to launch home runs. Garcia has yet to homer through 27 MLB at-bats (between 2025 with the Red Sox and 2026 with the Pirates), but he launched 21 homers across 114 minor league games last year, and he had slugged another six this year. Strikeouts are a major concern for the 23-year-old, who owns a 28.6% K% in the majors in 2026. However, as he starts to get more comfortable against MLB pitching, his strikeout rate should go down and his home run rate should go up. There's above-average power potential here, so managers should consider making him a priority addition on the waiver wire. At the moment, he's still available in 98% of fantasy baseball leagues.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 2:47 PM ET

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm's counting statistics have been underwhelming this year, but his underlying metrics provide reason for optimism. So far, he's slashing .210/.274/.331 with very little power (five home runs) and even less speed (zero steals). He has a wRC+ of 70, which is the worst of his career and his first sub-100 mark since 2022. Bohm has a paltry 3.2% barrel rate, but we're encouraged by his 90.1 mph average exit velocity (64th percentile) and his 36.4% squared-up rate (97th percentile). The quality of contact has been decent, and that could lead to more home runs (or, at the very least, more extra-base hits) going forward. He's also not a major strikeout liability, as his strikeout rate, chase rate, and whiff rate are all 84th percentile or better. We're not saying Bohm is a lock to turn things around, but now that he's rostered in just 31% of leagues, he's a worthwhile stash in deeper formats based on some encouraging underlying data.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 2:41 PM ET

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (right calf) is currently on the 10-day injured list with a right calf strain, but he's getting ready to return to the active roster within the next week or two. Stanton is a talented power hitter when healthy, and he's worth stashing in fantasy baseball leagues ahead of his impending return. Prior to the injury this year, Stanton was slashing .256/.302/.422 with three home runs, 14 RBI, a 6.3% walk rate, a 30.2% strikeout rate, and 105 wRC+. The power output was down a little, but that could just be attributed to a small sample size. Since landing on the IL, Stanton's roster share across fantasy baseball has fallen to just 27%. He's available in 73% of leagues, making him an intriguing stash in hopes that he can offer a boost to your lineup from June through September.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 2:32 PM ET

Milwaukee Brewers infield/outfield prospect Jett Williams has hit safely in nine of his last 12 games, going 13-for-45 (.289) over that stretch with three doubles, two triples, and two home runs, upping his season-long slash line to .247/.411/.578. The Brewers' third-ranked prospect also has 11 steals for Triple-A Nashville and is boasting a 14.0 percent walk rate (21.6 percent strikeout rate) through 49 games. The former first-round draft pick could be nearing an MLB debut, and with his skillset, along with positional versatility (eligible at 2B, SS, OF on Yahoo!), the 22-year-old should be considered a top hitter to stash for his multi-category contribution potential.--Jarod Rupp
Source: MiLB.com

May 26, 2026, 2:32 PM ET

New York Mets starting pitcher Christian Scott tossed 5.2 innings of scoreless baseball during his latest start against the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Along the way, he allowed four hits and two walks while striking out five batters. Scott is 0-3 through 15 career starts, but it's not for a lack of quality outings. He owns a 4.09 career ERA, including a 3.20 ERA and a 3.47 FIP this season. Across six starts (25.1 innings) in 2026, he has also amassed 10.66 K/9, 4.97 BB/9, 0.36 HR/9, and a 28.6% ground ball rate. Given how well he has pitched this year, Scott has emerged as a priority target on the waiver wire in fantasy baseball. He ranks #81 among starters in RotoBaller's latest fantasy baseball rankings, and he is available in more than 90% of leagues.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 2:20 PM ET

Cleveland Guardians left-handed pitching prospect Will Dion has been promoted to the major leagues, according to Tim Stebbins of MLB.com. This is Dion's first promotion to the majors, so his next big-league appearance will be his MLB debut. The southpaw has been in Triple-A ever since the start of the 2024 season, so this is a hard-earned promotion. He owned a 4.50 ERA through his first 15 minor league appearances this year, but his 1.83 FIP suggests he experienced bad batted-ball luck and is due for some favorable regression. He also posted 12.46 K/9, 1.73 BB/9, and 0.35 HR/9 at Triple-A. The only really concerning underlying metric for Dion is his 25.8% ground ball rate this year. He hasn't been giving up home runs, but this ground ball rate indicates that hitters are still finding ways to produce loud contact (fly balls and line drives) against him. Nevertheless, we're encouraged by his results this year, and he should fill a key bullpen role for the Guardians, who demoted Logan Allen to Triple-A on Tuesday.--Andersen Pickard
Source: Tim Stebbins

May 26, 2026, 2:18 PM ET

Colorado Rockies corner infield/outfield prospect Charlie Condon's major-league debut could be right around the corner, as the former third overall draft pick is in the midst of a seven-game hitting streak, during which time he's gone 9-for-28 (.321), including four doubles and a home run. Not only that, but Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield exited Monday's contest after being hit by a pitch on the hand. X-rays were negative, but if it is determined that he'll need to miss some time, then Condon could very well be his replacement. After the recent seven-game hit streak, Condon is slashing .247/.374/.404 with five home runs and four steals, and although his strikeout rate remains elevated at 25.6 percent, a 14.2 percent walk rate shows that the Rockies' second-ranked prospect has a keen eye. With a potential debut on deck while calling Coors Field home, the 6-foot-5 power hitter should be considered a top offensive stash in most leagues for his home run upside.--Jarod Rupp
Source: MiLB.com

May 26, 2026, 1:51 PM ET

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is in attendance for the team's second week of voluntary OTA practices, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. Jackson was absent from OTAs last week, but it had nothing to do with him angling for a new contract. Reports have suggested that the 29-year-old two-time MVP is committed to learning a new offense this offseason after an injury-plagued and disappointing 2025 campaign in which he made just 13 starts and finished with 2,549 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. Jackson also had 67 rushing attempts for 349 yards and two scores on the ground to finish as the QB20 in fantasy scoring. Despite the down year, the elite dual-threat signal-caller led the league with 13.3 yards per completion when he was on the field, and he's an easy bounce-back candidate in 2026 in a new offense if he can stay on the field. Jackson will be a high-risk/high-reward target as RotoBaller's QB2 going into his ninth year in the NFL.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Athletic - Jeff Zrebiec

May 26, 2026, 1:46 PM ET

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that running back Bucky Irving (shoulder) is recovering well and is expected back sometime during the summer or fall, according to Pewter Report. Bowles also noted that Irving was working on the side on Tuesday with a trainer during the team's offseason program. The 23-year-old is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, and it sounds like his availability for training camp and the preseason is a bit up in the air at the moment. It will allow both Kenneth Gainwell and Sean Tucker more reps during offseason workouts. Even if Irving is fully cleared for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season in early September, it's notable that he's going to miss pretty much the entire offseason program while the Bucs are implementing a new scheme under offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. The 23-year-old had a 1,000-yard rushing season in 2024 in his first year in the league and added eight rushing touchdowns, but he played in only 10 games last year due to injury and is a durability concern as an RB2 target in 2026 fantasy leagues. If Irving were to miss more time this year, Sean Tucker could be Tampa's early-down back, with Gainwell operating primarily as a pass-catcher.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Pewter Report

May 26, 2026, 1:20 PM ET

Kansas City Royals veteran right-handed reliever Carlos Estevez's (foot, shoulder) velocity was noticeably down in spring training, and then he allowed six earned runs on four hits in just one-third of an inning before being placed on the 15-day injured list with a foot injury. While rehabbing in the minors and working on his mechanics, Estevez suffered a rotator-cuff strain in his right shoulder, pushing his return back even further. Despite his rough 2026 season so far, though, he is rostered in exactly half of Yahoo leagues because of the potential for him to be reinstated as KC's primary closer when he returns to full health. It's unclear when Estevez might come off the IL, but current closer Lucas Erceg blew his fourth save of the season and was hit with his second loss in the 4-3 loss to the New York Yankees on Monday. Fantasy managers desperate for saves with room on their IL should consider stashing Estevez, who had a league-leading 42 saves in his first year with the Royals in 2025.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 26, 2026, 1:15 PM ET

Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway, who was viewed as an elite five-star recruit in the Class of 2024, will enter the 2026 campaign looking to rebound from an up-and-down two seasons at Florida. The Texas native posted a 6-1 starting record as a freshman, leading to sky-high expectations for his sophomore campaign. Things did not go as planned, as the Gators went 4-8 behind 16 touchdowns to 14 interceptions from Lagway. Billy Napier was fired in the middle of the season, and Lagway hit the portal to return to his father's alma mater. With the Bears, he once again has a head coach on the hot seat, and his play in 2026 will help determine whether or not Dave Aranda sticks around for at least one more season. The Bears lost leading receivers Josh Cameron and Michael Trigg to the NFL, so Lagway's top targets are projected to be Oklahoma transfer Gavin Freeman and Colorado transfer Dre'Lon Miller. --Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

May 26, 2026, 1:06 PM ET

New Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover is tasked with taking over for Heisman Trophy Winner Fernando Mendoza after a 36-game career at TCU. The 22-year-old senior threw for 9,629 yards, 71 touchdowns, and 31 interceptions. He tallied a 19-12 record in 31 starts. Needless to say, expectations will be sky high for the Hoosiers in 2026, and Hoover will be working without last year's leading receivers Omar Cooper Jr. and Elijah Sarratt. However, the team brought in former Michigan State wideout Nick Marsh and returns Charlie Becker from last year's National Championship squad. The target will be on Indiana this year, and Hoover will have to put his turnover issues behind him to win at a high level on a national stage.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

May 26, 2026, 12:55 PM ET

Tennessee wide receiver Braylon Staley had a fantastic redshirt-freshman season in 2025, collecting 68 receptions for 837 yards and six touchdowns. He won SEC Freshman of the Year. With last year's leading receiver, Chris Brazzell, in the NFL, Staley could emerge as the most productive pass-catcher in Tennessee's offense. The Vols have had three 1,000-yard receivers since Josh Heupel took over the program in 2021, and Staley could be next up if the team gets quality quarterback play from George MacIntyre or Faizon Brandon. With a freshman quarterback running the show, the 20-year-old slot receiver could be a security blanket in the middle of the field. That said, Tennessee's wide receiver room is loaded with former blue-chip recruits, so Staley will have plenty of target competition in his second year as a starter.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

May 26, 2026, 12:50 PM ET

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jalen Tolbert finds himself in a very unique and confusing situation. The Dolphins completely overhauled their offense this offseason by parting with Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle (as well as head coach Mike McDaniel). They brought in Malik Willis to be their starting quarterback, signaling the new coaching staff's desire to operate a run-heavy offense. Willis wasn't the greatest passer last year in Green Bay, so it's fair to question whether any of the Dolphins' new receivers will be able to produce at a high level in fantasy football. One of the players in the mix is Tolbert, who went from commanding 79 targets with the Cowboys in 2024 to just 34 targets (and 18 catches) in 2025. He's looking for a fresh start in Miami, and the good news is that he's currently near the top of the depth chart. Tolbert seems to be penciled into the No. 2 receiver role behind Malik Washington for now, although he'll also face competition from veteran Tutu Atwell and rookies Caleb Douglas, Chris Bell (knee), and Kevin Coleman. Early in the year, Atwell could carve out some low-end WR3/flex appeal, especially if Willis throws the ball better (and more often) than expected. However, as the rookies develop and the Dolphins continue to feed De'Von Achane on the ground, Tolbert's value will slip. As it stands, he's the WR126 in RotoBaller's dynasty leagues, indicating that he doesn't have much long-term appeal despite the short-term relevance.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 12:46 PM ET

Milwaukee Brewers left-handed reliever Aaron Ashby has zero saves and zero holds in 33 innings pitched so far in 2026 in 24 appearances (one start), but he's rostered in 38% of Yahoo leagues. He's made up for that with a league-high eight wins, a 2.18 ERA (2.25 FIP), and a 1.30 WHIP with a career-best 33.6% strikeout rate in 33 innings pitched for the Brew Crew. The 28-year-old southpaw originally came up in the Brewers' system as a starting pitcher, but frequent injuries have turned him into a full-time reliever. The role has suited him well because of his high-end velocity and swing-and-miss secondary offerings. Fantasy managers cannot rely on Ashby to continue vulturing wins, though, and he's also sporting a career-high 12.1% walk rate. However, his strikeout upside in a high-leverage, multi-inning role makes him attractive in deeper leagues. He was also quite good in 2025, sporting a 2.16 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, a career-high three saves, and a 76:24 K:BB in 66 2/3 innings.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 26, 2026, 12:45 PM ET

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy (leg), who suffered a gunshot wound early in May, remains without a clear timeline for a return to football, according to head coach Eli Drinkwitz. "[Hardy] has been rehabbing in our facility every morning at 9 a.m.," Drinkwitz said at the SEC Spring meetings. "We're a long way away from knowing what the football side of it will be, but from a overall health, just fine. There's not a lot of return to play protocols with this particular injury, so we'll have to carry that out as we get back." Drinkwitz said Missouri expects to know more about his status "around SEC Media Days," which take place in late July. If Hardy cannot play or is limited during the 2026 season, Jamal Roberts, who tallied 894 yards from scrimmage last year, will take on a larger workload.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: On3

May 26, 2026, 12:43 PM ET

New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne Jr. kicks off the next chapter of his career in the coming months. After five years in Jacksonville, Etienne leveraged a terrific 2025 season into a nice payday with the Saints, not to mention the added security of a four-year contract. The Clemson product missed his rookie campaign in 2021, but he followed up that up with 1,000 rushing yards in three of his next four seasons. In 2025, he was the RB10 in PPR leagues with 1,107 rushing yards, 36 catches, 292 receiving yards, and 13 touchdowns. While the Saints still have Alvin Kamara on the roster, their $48 million investment in Etienne suggests that the former Jaguar will be their every-down back going forward. His arrival is timed nicely with the trajectory of the Saints' offense. New Orleans' offense is trending upward after Tyler Shough had a terrific rookie season, Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson both had the best years of their career, and Jordyn Tyson was selected in the first round of the draft. Etienne is another piece in that puzzle, and while it's admittedly a crowded offense, the Saints should be competitive enough to offer plenty of volume (and goal-line opportunities) to their primary running back. Etienne remains a top-10 running back in redraft leagues, although he's a bit lower in dynasty formats. He ranks 18th among running backs in RotoBaller's latest dynasty fantasy football rankings.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 12:37 PM ET

New York Jets running back Breece Hall signed a three-year extension, solidifying his position atop the depth chart going forward. There had been some questions about whether there was really a future for Hall in New York, especially after the team explored trading him last fall and gave him the franchise tag this past offseason. This new $45.75 million extension confirms their commitment to keeping him in an every-down role for years to come, taking advantage of his versatile skill set. His production dipped slightly in a subpar Jets offense last year, but he still managed to produce on the ground and through the air with 243 carries, 1,065 rushing yards, 36 catches, 350 receiving yards, and five total touchdowns. The state of New York's offense is holding him back from reaching his full potential, as he's never scored more than nine touchdowns in a single season. We expect more of the same in 2026 with Geno Smith at quarterback, but Hall (and the offense in general) could trend upward in 2027 with the anticipated arrival of a flashy rookie quarterback. A healthy Hall provides weekly RB2 stability with RB1 upside, and his price has softened in dynasty trade talks recently. Managers should consider sending out trade offers to acquire Hall at a discount, since he could return to the top-10 running back range in 2027 and 2027.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 12:33 PM ET

Minnesota Twins right-hander Mick Abel (elbow, triceps) was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 20 with right-elbow inflammation, and he had a setback in early May, when he complained of soreness in his right triceps after throwing a bullpen session. The 24-year-old is being built back up slowly, but the good news is he has been feeling better since receiving a cortisone injection in his triceps muscle. Since Abel has yet to face hitters, he probably won't be able to rejoin Minnesota's starting rotation until at least mid-June or later. Still, fantasy managers in deeper leagues in need of starting pitching depth should consider stashing the former first-round pick by the Philadelphia Phillies back in 2020. In his first four appearances (three starts) for the Twins in 2026, Abel posted a 3.98 ERA (2.73 FIP) and 1.57 WHIP with 23 strikeouts and 10 walks across 20 1/3 innings pitched. Abel has above-average velocity and plenty of strikeout upside, but control remains an issue. If he can throw more strikes, Abel could be a breakout candidate in 2026 once he gets healthy. He's rostered in only 13% of Yahoo leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 26, 2026, 12:33 PM ET

New York Giants running back Devin Singletary produced when his number was called last year, but he faces an uphill battle to earn meaningful playing time in 2026. Cam Skattebo (ankle) should be healthy for Week 1, leaving Singletary in a depth role behind Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. The 28-year-old managed to finish last year as the RB45 in PPR leagues, mostly because Skattebo missed time and Tracy couldn't handle an every-down role. Singletary's stat lines the last two years in New York have been nearly identical, and he finished those seasons as the RB46 and RB45, respectively. However, we question whether he can repeat that level of production if Skattebo and Tracy remain healthy for most of the 2026 season. The best path to production for Singletary could be a post-training camp trade or release, but even that creates some uncertainty. Singletary is likely in the final stages of his career, and he can be dropped to waivers as long as he remains stuck in the third-string role.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 12:28 PM ET

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Jordan Whittington had an underwhelming 2025 season. Even when Davante Adams or Puka Nacua missed time due to injury, Whittington struggled to emerge as a weekly fantasy threat. Instead, he finished his second NFL season with 18 catches, 171 yards, and zero touchdowns. He had fewer catches and yards in his second season than in his first, despite playing more games. Additionally, through 32 career games, he has yet to catch a touchdown pass. We understand it's tough to cut bait on the No. 3 receiver in such a prominent offense like the Rams, but Whittington has struggled to produce, and the Rams have made an effort to bring in competition. Konata Mumpfield is trending up in this offense, and Los Angeles recently drafted CJ Daniels out of Miami. Managers in deeper leagues can stash Whittington if they have the space, but we also believe managers can justify dropping Whittington in the post-rookie draft roster crunch.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 26, 2026, 12:26 PM ET

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain went 13-for-41 (.317) with three home runs, three doubles, 10 RBI, seven runs scored, and two stolen bases in 12 games from May 6 to May 18. In four games since then, though, he has gone hitless in 19 plate appearances with an RBI, no walks, and seven strikeouts. In 21 games in May, McLain is batting .178 (13-for-73) with three homers, three doubles, 11 RBI, seven runs, two steals, six walks, and 17 strikeouts across 80 plate appearances. On the season, the 26-year-old former 17th overall pick in 2021 out of UCLA is hitting under .200 with a .296 on-base percentage, .326 slugging percentage, and .622 OPS in 187 at-bats in his third season in the big leagues. McLain had an impressive 31 home runs, 100 RBI, and 32 steals in 236 games in his first two seasons in the majors (he missed 2024 due to injury), making him a nice sleeper candidate in fantasy going into this year. He has stayed healthy so far, but the results have been disappointing. If McLain continues to struggle, he could start to lose playing time as we get into the summer months.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference