January 14, 2026
Former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson will fly to Detroit to interview for the Lions' offensive-coordinator job on Thursday, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Robinson is also a strong candidate for the same position with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but could have a leg up in Detroit because of their successful history with quarterback
Jared Goff from their time with the Los Angeles Rams. Robinson worked with the Rams for five seasons, starting as an assistant quarterbacks coach under head coach Sean McVay. He was the assistant QBs in L.A. in 2019 when Goff was the team's starting QB. Robinson is looking for a new gig after the Falcons fired head coach
Raheem Mostert following the 2025 season. Detroit is also looking at Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka, former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, and Seahawks passing-game coordinator Jake Peetz for the OC position.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
January 14, 2026
The Minnesota Twins have claimed utility man
Vidal Brujan off waivers from the Atlanta Braves, designating catcher/utility man
Mickey Gasper for assignment as the corresponding move. Brujan, who will turn 28 in February, has already appeared for five different MLB teams across five seasons in the big leagues. Across 94 plate appearances split between the Braves, Chicago Cubs, and Baltimore Orioles in 2025, Brujan posted a .253/.305/.310 slash line with zero home runs, eight RBI, 14 runs scored, and two stolen bases. Brujan's main appeal at this point in his career is defensive versatility, as he spent time at every position other than first base and catcher this past season. If he's able to stick on the Twins roster, Brujan is likely headed for a bench role. Neither Brujan nor Gasper, who has a career .133 batting average across 133 big-league plate appearances, projects to carry much fantasy value in 2026.
--Will BradySource: Minnesota Twins
January 14, 2026
Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports that the Seattle Mariners "remain interested" in acquiring Chicago Cubs second baseman
Nico Hoerner. With the Cubs' recent addition of third baseman
Alex Bregman, Chicago could be looking to shuffle pieces around in its infield, and Hoerner will reach free agency at the end of the 2026 season. Across 156 games for the Cubs in 2025, Hoerner posted a .297/.345/.394 slash line with seven home runs, 61 RBI, 89 runs scored, and 29 stolen bases. The 28-year-old is widely considered one of the best defensive second basemen in baseball and has logged at least 640 plate appearances in three straight seasons. Seattle currently has
Cole Young penciled in as its opening day second baseman, who posted a .607 OPS across 257 plate appearances in 2025. Jude also reports that the Mariners have strong interest in St. Louis Cardinals utility man
Brendan Donovan, so it appears that the team is actively seeking infield upgrades.
--Will BradySource: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude
January 14, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard
Darius Garland (foot) missed the end of Wednesday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers due to injury, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. Garland hurt his right foot during the third quarter. Despite his early exit, Garland finished the game as one of Cleveland's top scorers. He had 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting, adding seven assists and grabbing three rebounds. If Garland misses additional time,
Donovan Mitchell will have an increased role as a playmaker, while
Craig Porter Jr. and
Lonzo Ball are expected to see their minutes rise.
--Taavi PailkSource: Chris Fedor
January 14, 2026
The Athletic's Jen McCaffrey reports that "at least one person with the Red Sox suggested this week that there's still an opportunity to trade from the outfield group," and that outfielder
Jarren Duran "remains a likely trade candidate." Boston has at least four capable outfielders currently on the roster between Duran,
Roman Anthony,
Wilyer Abreu, and
Ceddanne Rafaela. While the Red Sox could simply prioritize outfield depth and keep all four, the team's needs elsewhere on the roster could necessitate a trade. Across 696 plate appearances with Boston in 2025, Duran posted a .256/.332/.442 slash line with 16 home runs, 84 RBI, 86 runs scored, and 24 stolen bases. He's entering his age-29 season and will remain under team control through 2028. A Duran trade could potentially provide a playing time boost for Abreu, Rafaela, and Red Sox designated hitter
Masataka Yoshida.
--Will BradySource: The Athletic - Jen McCaffrey
January 14, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (knee) won't be in action in Berlin, Germany, against the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday. He continues to recover from a right MCL contusion, missing his sixth straight game.
Anthony Black will continue to carry additional fantasy value on Thursday, though his role on offense could change with the imminent return of
Franz Wagner (ankle). Still, with back-to-back 20-point games under his belt, Black has plenty of fantasy appeal.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Orlando Magic center
Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) will return to the lineup on Thursday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The two teams clash in Berlin, Germany, after Carter Jr. missed Sunday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans due to a hip problem.
Goga Bitadze started in Carter Jr's place on Sunday and notched a 14-point, 13-rebound double-double. Sunday also brought the season debut of
Moritz Wagner, adding more frontcourt depth for the Magic. However, with Carter Jr. back in the fold, Bitadze and Wagner are likely to see fewer minutes in Berlin.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
The Boston Red Sox "quietly shopped" starting pitcher
Brayan Bello earlier in the offseason, per Ken Rosenthal and Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. While Bello remains a member of the Red Sox for the time being, Boston's recent big-money agreement with lefty starter
Ranger Suarez could lead to renewed willingness to trade from their starting pitching depth. Across 166 2/3 innings (29 starts) for the Red Sox in 2025, Bello posted an 11-9 record with a 3.35 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, and 124 strikeouts. Bello, who turns 27 years old in May, is locked up on a team-friendly extension through at least the 2029 season. He would almost certainly generate interest on the trade market, and the presence of young arms such as
Connelly Early and
Payton Tolle in Boston could lead the team to move Bello in pursuit of a bat.
--Will BradySource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal, Jen McCaffrey
January 14, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks center
Myles Turner (illness) is not on the injury report for Thursday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. He battled an illness earlier in the week and didn't play on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Bobby Portis took Turner's spot in the starting lineup and will likely return to the second unit on Thursday. Turner has been a disappointment in Milwaukee, and his performances have dipped further in 2026. Over five January appearances, Turner has managed 10.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward
Deni Avdija (back) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, meaning he is likely to miss a second consecutive game. The Israeli talent was forced to exit the lineup earlier this week after suffering a back injury in Sunday's loss to the New York Knicks. With Avdija absent on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors,
Caleb Love stepped into the starting lineup. Love has recently built up a lot of positive momentum and will be an appealing fantasy option on Thursday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Boston Celtics guard/forward
Jaylen Brown (back) is expected to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Miami Heat, as the team has removed him from the injury report. The Celtics leader missed Monday's loss to the Indiana Pacers due to lower back spasms. His absence allowed
Baylor Scheierman make his first start of the season. Brown has recently taken his game to a new level, averaging 29.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 5.2 assists since the calendar flipped. When Boston and Miami met for the first time this season, Brown finished with 30 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, and one steal.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Spencer Jones (ankle) and guard/forward
Bruce Brown (knee) will remain in the lineup on Wednesday versus the Dallas Mavericks. Jones and Brown were both listed on Denver's injury report -- Jones as probable and Brown as questionable. In Tuesday's win over New Orleans, they had similar workloads: Jones started and played 23 minutes, while Brown logged 24 minutes off the bench. Neither offers much fantasy upside at this time.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward/center
Aaron Gordon (hamstring) will be in the lineup on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Despite managing a hamstring strain, Gordon is ready to play in the second leg of a back-to-back after logging 30 minutes in Tuesday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Gordon played an active role in the victory, finishing with 16 points, seven rebounds, one assist, and two steals. He is averaging 17.0 points and 6.8 rebounds for the month.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Denver Nuggets point guard
Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) will play on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Murray had 35 points in 37 minutes during a busy night against the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday, and it was initially uncertain whether he would suit up for the second leg of a back-to-back. However, he has been officially cleared for action. With
Nikola Jokic (knee) out of the picture, Murray is the main man offensively for Denver and could go for another big scoring night against Dallas.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Detroit Pistons point guard
Cade Cunningham (wrist) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The talented playmaker appears ready to return from a two-game absence. Cunningham's return is bound to push
Jaden Ivey back to the bench, while
Daniss Jenkins will also have a smaller role. Cunningham has been outstanding all season, and his recent form is particularly noteworthy. Detroit's ascending star has recorded five double-doubles in his last seven appearances, averaging 27.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 11.7 assists, and 2.0 steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (ankle) is considered questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He injured his left ankle during Tuesday's loss to the Miami Heat, though Booker finished the game and logged heavy minutes. The Suns star reached the 40-minute mark for only the second time this season, which may indicate that Booker isn't dealing with a bad injury. However, if he must take some time off to recover,
Jordan Goodwin and
Ryan Dunn will be in line for more work on Thursday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's intriguing matchup against
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. The Greek superstar is on the injury report with a left ankle sprain, but the probable designation indicates that it's not a serious injury and that Antetokounmpo is likely to play. While Milwaukee has recently monitored Antetokounmpo's minutes, he has still stuffed the stat sheet. Over his last six appearances, Antetokounmpo has posted 29.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Dallas Mavericks point guard
Brandon Williams (illness) will return from a two-game absence on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. He has recovered from an illness and will make a timely return, as the Mavericks lost
Max Christie (illness) for Wednesday night. Williams is a candidate to replace Christie in the starting five, though head coach Jason Kidd may explore other lineup options. Before he was knocked out of the lineup, Williams was performing well in a bench role. He's contributed 12.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.0 steals per game in January.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver
Jordan Whittington (knee) was not listed on this week's injury report and appears to be on track to return for the Divisional Round of the playoffs this Sunday against the hosting Chicago Bears, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. Whittington suffered a knee injury in the Week 18 regular-season finale against the Arizona Cardinals and didn't play in the Wild-Card win over the Carolina Panthers last Saturday. The 25-year-old has recovered nicely from his knee injury, but he won't be a recommended fantasy football play in postseason leagues with receivers
Puka Nacua and
Davante Adams soaking up most of the targets. Whittington had only 18 receptions the entire regular season on 25 targets for 171 yards and no touchdowns in 17 games. He's too far buried on L.A.'s WR depth chart.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Daily News - Adam Grosbard
January 14, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Max Christie (illness) won't play on Wednesday night against the Denver Nuggets. This comes as no surprise, since Dallas listed Christie as doubtful on the initial injury report. Christie's absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup.
Klay Thompson and
Ryan Nembhard are the main candidates to join the first unit. Wednesday's matchup looks like a great spot for Thompson, as Denver gives up the 10th-most three-point attempts in the league.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward
P.J. Washington (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Wednesday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old is ready to rejoin the action after missing four games with an ankle sprain. Washington will presumably head straight back to the first unit, and as a result,
Naji Marshall may land on the bench. Still, Marshall has played a significant role all season, and Dallas will count on him to fill some of
Max Christie's (illness) minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) is expected to be out for 4-6 more weeks, the team announced on Wednesday. The 25-year-old has yet to play this season due to a toe injury. He is recovering from sesamodectomy that was performed on Oct. 21. Life could be very different in the Grizzlies' backcourt once Pippen Jr. is cleared to play, as
Ja Morant (calf) is not expected to finish the season with the team. Morant's departure could open the door for Pippen Jr. to take on greater responsibilities, though he'll likely face a minutes cap when he first returns.
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
January 14, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Brandon Clarke (calf) will be sidelined for 4-6 more weeks, the team announced on Wednesday. He is reportedly progressing well in his recovery from a Grade 2 right calf strain. With
Zach Edey (ankle) also on the shelf,
Jaren Jackson Jr.,
Jock Landale, and
Santi Aldama are doing the heavy lifting in the Grizzlies' frontcourt.
Christian Koloko has also been in the mix, but his second 10-day contract just expired.
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
January 14, 2026
MLB Network Radio's Jim Duquette said on Wednesday that from what he can tell, it's likely the New York Mets have "gone to a fourth year" for free-agent outfielder
Kyle Tucker. Reports surfaced on Tuesday that the Mets were willing to offer Tucker a short-term contract with an average annual value of $50 million, but they might have added a year after it was announced that the Toronto Blue Jays had extended a long-term deal to Tucker. The Los Angeles Dodgers were seen as suitors for Tucker earlier this offseason, but right now, the Mets and Blue Jays are getting into a bidding war, which means he's unlikely to go to the Dodgers. Regardless of where the 28-year-old left-handed-hitting slugger goes, he will most likely be a top-20 position player in fantasy baseball, even considering his durability questions. The Mets would love to add some more middle-of-the-order lineup protection for lefty slugger
Juan Soto and shortstop
Francisco Lindor after losing
Pete Alonso in free agency.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB Network Radio - Jim Duquette
January 14, 2026
Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports that head coach Billy Donovan said Wednesday that Chicago Bulls guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) has started his ramp-up period, which is slated to last about one week, and if all goes well, he could return shortly after that. Giddey has been out of action since Dec. 29 due to a left hamstring strain. Barring any setbacks, the 23-year-old could return before the end of January. During Giddey's continued absence,
Tre Jones will likely remain the Bulls' primary ballhandler. Jones is coming off an impressive outing on Tuesday as he dropped a career high 34 points, seven assists, two rebounds, and one steal in a losing effort to Houston.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Will Gottlieb
January 14, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies point guard
Ja Morant (calf) won't play in Berlin on Thursday against the Orlando Magic. The star guard has been ruled out for a sixth consecutive game as Morant continues to nurse a right calf contusion. His continued absence means more playing time for
Cam Spencer and
Vince Williams Jr. Spencer is the more attractive fantasy piece, averaging 10.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 8.5 assists in January. He has finished back-to-back outings with double-digit assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Chicago Bulls forward
Julian Phillips (wrist) won't play on Wednesday against the Utah Jazz. The 22-year-old is bothered by a wrist sprain and will sit out both games during a back-to-back. He was initially considered questionable for Wednesday night. Phillips has averaged around 12 minutes per game in January, and his minutes will mainly be soaked up by
Patrick Williams. Williams is coming off a zero-point dud against the Houston Rockets and isn't a recommended fantasy option.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 14, 2026
Former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel is scheduled to interview for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offensive-coordinator job later this week, sources told Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. McDaniel has been making the rounds after being fired by the Dolphins last week, and he recently interviewed for the Detroit Lions' OC job and the Tennessee Titans' head-coaching job. The Philadelphia Eagles are fully expected to get involved with McDaniel as well as they look for their new OC. McDaniel is also a head-coaching candidate for the Cleveland Browns. The Lions and Eagles OC jobs could be slightly more attractive if he can't get another head-coaching job, but the Bucs also have plenty of receiving weapons and quarterback
Baker Mayfield, who continues to play well despite having a new OC every year.
--Keith HernandezSource: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
January 14, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Coby White (calf) will play 28-30 minutes on Wednesday against the Utah Jazz, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports. The 25-year-old is back in the lineup after sitting out the front end of a back-to-back on Tuesday against the Houston Rockets. White has played more than 30 minutes just four times this season, so he will essentially have his regular workload on Wednesday night. In the first meeting with the Jazz this season, White posted 27 points and eight assists in 30 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: Will Gottlieb
January 14, 2026
Former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh is scheduled to meet with the Tennessee Titans' decision-makers at his home on Thursday, sources tell Dianna Russini of The Athletic. Harbaugh interviewed with the New York Giants on Wednesday, and reports indicated that the Giants were making a "massive" push to try to get a deal worked out with him before he left the building. Sources have suggested that it's down to the Giants, Titans, and Atlanta Falcons for Harbaugh. In addition to meeting at the Giants' facility on Wednesday, Harbaugh got to meet with quarterback
Jaxson Dart. The Titans have another young QB in
Cameron Ward that Harbaugh would get to work with, while in Atlanta, he could be in play to help pick the organization's next general manager. Right now, the Giants appear to be the favorites to land the former Ravens head coach.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dianna Russini
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