April 11, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders tight end
Brock Bowers (knee) was a disappointment for his fantasy managers in his second season in the NFL in 2025 after going off for 112 catches on 153 targets for 1,194 yards and five touchdowns in 17 games in his rookie campaign. A knee injury in his sophomore campaign set Bowers back, as he ultimately played in only 12 games and finished with 64 catches for 680 yards and seven touchdowns. The 23-year-old former 13th overall pick in 2024 out of Georgia is still considered a top-15 dynasty selection at RotoBaller going into the 2026 season, despite his injury woes a year ago.
Michael Mayer is still in town, but there's no debating that Bowers is Vegas' top pass-catching TE option when he's fully healthy. The Raiders' offense was putrid with veteran quarterback
Geno Smith running the show in 2025, but Bowers' stock should rise in 2026 with some combination of veteran
Kirk Cousins and projected No. 1 overall pick and Heisman Trophy winner
Fernando Mendoza. If Mendoza pans out as a solid overall QB prospect, Bowers should be in good hands and in play as the yearly overall TE1 in fantasy for years to come.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
April 11, 2026
San Diego Padres outfielder/first baseman
Gavin Sheets sent the Friar faithful home happy on Friday night in a 5-2 win over the visiting Colorado Rockies at Petco Park for the team's second straight walk-off win. On a night where the Padres unveiled their new CityConnect jerseys, Sheets went 2-for-4 with two home runs, four RBI, and two strikeouts. His three-run shot in the bottom of the ninth inning walked the Rockies off again and earned him an ice shower from his teammates. Sheets' first long ball came off starter
Tomoyuki Sugano to get the Friars on the board, and his second blast won the game off reliever
Juan Mejia. The home runs were Sheets' first two of the year after he hit a career-high 19 round-trippers and drove in 71 in a career year in 145 games in his first season in SD. Sheets can be streaky, so fantasy managers will want to ride the wave as the team's four-game series against Colorado continues on Saturday night.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
April 11, 2026
The Washington Commanders hosted former Indiana wide receiver and projected first-round pick
Omar Cooper Jr. on a pre-draft visit on Friday, according to the NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Cooper could be a trade-down option for the Commanders, who currently hold the seventh overall pick. The 22-year-old is projected to be taken anywhere from pick No. 13 to pick No. 26 in the first round. He is a skilled slot receiver who can also play on the outside, so his versatility should make him attractive to plenty of receiver-needy NFL teams near the back half of the first round. A landing spot in D.C. would actually be a great spot for Cooper's dynasty/keeper value, as he'd likely immediately become the No. 2 for the Commanders behind
Terry McLaurin. Cooper never had a 1,000-yard season in four seasons with the Hoosiers, but he did go out on a high note in 2025 to help Indiana go undefeated and win the national championship, catching 69 passes for 937 yards and 13 touchdowns in 16 games played.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
April 11, 2026
The NFL Network's Ian Rapoport expects there to be two wide receivers taken within the top 15 picks of this year's draft in a couple of weeks, and he goes on to say that there's a "pretty decent chance" that USC's
Makai Lemon will be the third wideout off the board around the No. 16 to No. 18 range. Even though Lemon's interviews were criticized during the NFL scouting combine, plenty of teams like him and have compared him to Lions pass-catcher
Amon-Ra St. Brown, which is a very high compliment. The New York Jets, Lions, and Vikings are currently in draft spots 16 through 18. Lemon has already had a pre-draft visit with the receiver-needy Miami Dolphins, who hold the 11th overall pick and the 30th overall pick in the first round. Ohio State wideout
Carnell Tate is the consensus No. 1 player at the position in this year's draft class, and Arizona State receiver
Jordyn Tyson is the other player who could go before Lemon on April 23. Regardless of where Lemon goes in the draft, he should have immediate fantasy appeal in single-year and dynasty leagues in 2026.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
April 11, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo told Jack Sommers of Sports Illustrated that outfielder
Corbin Carroll (hip) was available off the bench on Friday against the hosting Philadelphia Phillies and is expected to start on Saturday. Carroll was not used off the bench by the Snakes in their 5-4 win over Philly. The 25-year-old former National League Rookie of the Year and two-time All-Star has now missed two straight games since injuring his hip on Wednesday, but he should be back for fantasy managers on Saturday. Get ready to get him back into your starting lineups on Saturday in a great matchup against Phillies veteran right-hander
Taijuan Walker. Carroll, the former 16th overall pick in 2019, has been what fantasy managers expected so far in 2026, slashing .333/.408/.690 with a 1.099 OPS, two homers, three doubles, three triples, nine runs scored, and a stolen base in 12 games played. He's always a must-start, five-category contributor when he's in Arizona's starting lineup.
Jorge Barrosa, who has three hits in his last four games, will return to the bench with Carroll set to play again on Saturday.
--Keith HernandezSource: Sports Illustrated - Jack Sommers
April 11, 2026
Texas Rangers outfielder
Wyatt Langford (quadriceps) left Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers with right-quadriceps tightness, according to Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. Before leaving the game in the sixth inning, Langford did hit his first home run of the season (a solo shot) in three at-bats. The 24-year-old former fourth overall pick out of the University of Florida in 2023 is a must-roster power/speed threat with lots of upside, but durability has been an issue for him so far in his big-league career. We'll consider Langford day-to-day for now, but given his injury history, fantasy managers should be planning for a trip to the 10-day injured list. It was nice to see Langford touch them all on Friday before his injury, as he came into the series opener in L.A. with a .160 average (8-for-50) with two doubles, two triples, two RBI, three runs scored, a stolen base, one walk, and 13 strikeouts in 12 games to begin the year. Langford shouldn't be dumped in any fantasy formats if he lands on the IL.
Sam Haggerty would probably see the biggest boost in playing time and AL-only fantasy value if Langford misses extended time with his quad injury.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Dallas Morning News - Shawn McFarland
April 11, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons officially picked up running back
Bijan Robinson's fifth-year option on Friday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The move will give the Falcons more time to negotiate a deal with the star RB. The 24-year-old has been a Pro Bowler each of the last two seasons, and he had his second straight 1,400-yard rushing season with seven rushing touchdowns on 287 carries in 17 games in 2025 in his third year in the NFL. Robinson also added a career-high 79 receptions on 103 targets for 820 yards and another four scores through the air as a receiver. The former eighth overall pick in the 2023 draft out of the University of Texas is the real deal and a true workhorse for fantasy managers. He finished as the RB3 in 2025 in half-PPR scoring, behind only
Christian McCaffrey and
Jonathan Taylor. Even though the Falcons have a dicey QB competition this summer between the injured
Michael Penix Jr. (knee) and
Tua Tagovailoa, Robinson should have a very high floor because of the heavy volume he should receive. He figures to be a popular choice for the first overall fantasy pick this fall.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN - Adam Schefter
April 11, 2026
Kansas City Royals left-hander
Kris Bubic took advantage of a plus matchup in Friday's series opener against the Chicago White Sox to pick up his second win of the 2026 season in the team's 2-0 shutout win. In seven innings of work, Bubic only allowed two hits while walking one and striking out 11. It was the first time that the 28-year-old southpaw struck out double-digit batters in his career, and it was also only the fourth time that he threw at least seven shutout innings. The opponent definitely helped his cause, but Bubic generated an eye-opening 17 whiffs on 88 total pitches. He's sporting a nice 2.50 ERA with 23 strikeouts and seven walks in his 18 innings pitched this year as he heads into a much tougher matchup in his next scheduled outing against the division-rival Detroit Tigers. Bubic showed last year that he's the real deal, posting a 2.55 ERA and 1.18 WHIP with 11 strikeouts and eight wins. He doesn't blow hitters away, but his fantastic command gives him plenty of fantasy appeal.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
April 11, 2026
Minnesota Twins third baseman
Royce Lewis (knee) is heading to the 10-day injured list with a left-knee sprain, according to Twins sideline reporter Audra Martin. Lewis just cannot stay away from the injury bug. The 26-year-old injured his knee on Thursday, was held out of Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays, and will now go on the IL on Saturday. The former first overall pick in 2017 can get hot with the best of them and has game-changing power from the third base position, but he's only played in over 100 games just once in his four MLB seasons (last year) due to various injuries. Given Lewis' lengthy injury history, fantasy managers should not be preparing for him to return anytime soon. In his first 12 games in 2026, he had gone 8-for-36 (.222) with two home runs, eight RBI, six runs, and two stolen bases in 45 plate appearances.
Tristan Gray made the start at the hot corner in Minnesota on Friday and will now see his fantasy value in AL-only leagues get a nice boost with Lewis out for an undetermined amount of time.
--Keith HernandezSource: Audra
April 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher
Gregory Soto was tasked with pitching in the eighth inning of Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Normally, Soto is used in save situations, but was handed the ball with a two-run lead in the eighth inning here. Soto got into some trouble with two walks, but was able to escape the inning without any damage.
Dennis Santana came on in the final frame and shut the door while recording two strikeouts. The expectation is that the two of them will continue to split up the closer role in Pittsburgh. Between the two pitchers, Santana is the better player to roster right now. Soto should continue getting work in the ninth inning, but could be on a short leash with how well Santana has been pitching to begin the season.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
April 10, 2026
Across 15 games in 2025, New England Patriots wide receiver
Mack Hollins recorded 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets. While Hollins has never recorded more than 57 catches or 590 receiving yards in any of his eight NFL seasons, the 32-year-old's ability to contribute as a blocker and downfield threat helped him carve out a key role in New England. Despite missing two regular-season games and two postseason games due to injury, Hollins still finished second among Patriots' wide receivers in total snaps. New England made a big free agent addition by signing former Green Bay Packers wideout
Romeo Doubs. However, the team also moved on from wideout
Stefon Diggs, who led the team in targets in 2025. All in all, Hollins could end up playing a similar role in his second season with the Patriots in 2026. He might not offer high-end upside, but Hollins could still be worth rostering in dynasty formats due to his steady playing time floor.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher
Dennis Santana was called upon to finish off Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Santana needed only 13 pitches to get through Friday's outing. He struck out
Dansby Swanson and
Michael Busch on route to his first save of the season. After this outing, Santana holds a perfect 0.00 ERA, with a 0.43 WHIP, and six strikeouts across seven innings of work.
Gregory Soto worked the eighth inning of Friday's victory. The two of them figure to continue sharing the closer role for now. Soto appears to be the favorite for saves, but fantasy managers who have Santana rostered should continue to hold him.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
April 10, 2026
New York Mets starting pitcher
Clay Holmes (hamstring) was forced to make an early exit during Friday's outing against the Athletics. Holmes was pitching into the sixth inning when he appeared to have pulled something. The training staff came out, and Holmes exited the field with them. The organization is calling the injury left hamstring tightness, so a stint on the injured list isn't required at the moment. Holmes tossed 5.1 innings, allowing one earned run while striking out three batters during Friday's loss. It remains to be seen if Holmes will be ready to go for his next start. Fantasy managers will need to check back in a few days for another update on his status.
--Andy WebbSource: Anthony DiComo
April 10, 2026
Across 17 games in 2025, Miami Dolphins wide receiver
Malik Washington recorded 46 receptions for 317 yards and three touchdowns on 65 targets. The 25-year-old also played a role as a rusher, collecting 110 yards and a touchdown on 17 attempts. While Washington's average of 6.9 yards per reception doesn't exactly jump off the page, there may still be reason to believe in him as a breakout candidate in 2026. Miami's pass-catching corps underwent a major overhaul over the offseason, as
Jaylen Waddle was traded to the Denver Broncos and
Tyreek Hill (knee) is currently a free agent. The Dolphins brought in wide receivers
Tutu Atwell and
Jalen Tolbert as replacements, but neither profiles as a high-volume target-earner. If Washington can develop early chemistry with new Miami quarterback
Malik Willis, he has a chance to emerge as a leader in the team's wide receiver room. In dynasty formats, Washington could be a prime buy-low candidate.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher
Gabriel Moreno (back) was forced to make an early exit from Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Moreno was in visible discomfort after making a throw down to second base during the second inning. He finished the inning, but was pulled out of the contest afterwards due to back tightness. The severity of the issue is unknown, so for now, fantasy managers should consider Moreno as day-to-day. Moreno was hitless in his lone at-bat during Friday's win over the Phillies.
James McCann took over behind the plate and stands to gain playing time if Moreno misses any games.
--Andy WebbSource: Nick Piecoro
April 10, 2026
In his second season with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2025, veteran tight end
Mike Gesicki recorded just 28 receptions for 307 yards and two touchdowns on 42 targets across 13 games. The 30-year-old's numbers were down from his first season in Cincinnati in 2024, when he hauled in 65 catches for 665 yards and two scores on 83 targets. Gesicki missed time with a pectoral injury and was also hurt by the absence of star Bengals quarterback
Joe Burrow, who was limited to just eight games played by a toe injury. With improved health, Gesicki could be in line for a bounce-back season in 2026. Additionally, the free agent departure of former Bengals tight end
Noah Fant could make Gesicki Cincinnati's undisputed top pass-catching tight end. In deeper dynasty formats, fantasy managers may want to consider buying low on Gesicki.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Houston Astros outfielder
Jake Meyers (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday. Meyers underwent an MRI after exiting early during Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The testing revealed that Meyers is dealing with a Grade 2 right oblique strain. The Astros thought it was a back issue, but an oblique issue is likely to sideline him for multiple weeks. In a corresponding move, outfielder
Taylor Trammell was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land. He figures to see action in center field along with
Joey Loperfido and
Brice Matthews. Fantasy managers should wait and see who the Astros decide to lean on in Meyers' absence.
--Andy WebbSource: Chandler Rome
April 10, 2026
Houston Astros starting pitcher
Cristian Javier (shoulder) is set to miss some time after exiting early during Wednesday's outing. On Friday, Javier was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a Grade 2 right shoulder strain. This is tough news for the Astros, who have already lost
Hunter Brown (shoulder) earlier this week. Given the severity of the injury, Javier is likely to miss more than a couple of weeks. The right-hander was already struggling with 13 earned runs over 9.1 innings of work this season. Fantasy managers in 12-team formats can feel safe about moving on from Javier. The Astros have recalled
J.P. France to take his spot in the rotation. There's no reason for fantasy managers to run and add France at the moment.
--Andy WebbSource: Chandler Rome
April 10, 2026
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Jayden Reed suffered through a lost season due to injuries in 2025, as foot and collarbone ailments caused him to miss 10 games. Still, the 25-year-old was a productive player across his first two NFL seasons from 2023 to 2024, recording over 1,900 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns in the two years combined. Despite the production, Reed has always struggled to carve out a high-volume role in Green Bay. Across his last 24 NFL games, Reed is averaging just over four targets per game. However, so far this offseason Green Bay has lost veteran wideout
Romeo Doubs to free agency and traded away wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks. As a result, Reed currently projects for a prominent role in the team's offense alongside wide receivers
Christian Watson and
Matthew Golden. If Reed sees more touches in 2026, he could re-emerge as a solid wide receiver option for fantasy managers.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Matthew Golden had a relatively quiet rookie year in 2025, recording 29 receptions for 361 yards and zero touchdowns on 44 targets across 14 games played. However, offseason movement around the former first-round pick in Green Bay may be clearing a path for Golden to take on a much larger role in 2026. Former Packers wideout
Romeo Doubs signed with the New England Patriots in free agency, and Green Bay traded wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks to the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. While the Packers still have a pair of talented pass-catchers in wideouts
Christian Watson and
Jayden Reed, Golden should be in line for more playing time as a result of the moves. In dynasty formats, Golden's value is trending upward despite his underwhelming production as a rookie.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (toe) has been named a starter for Friday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. This will be his first appearance since March 19. Tyson has missed 10 games due to a toe injury.
Max Strus will also join the starting lineup, with
Donovan Mitchell (ankle) and
Jarrett Allen (knee) out of commission. As a starter, Tyson has averaged 14.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 29.3 minutes per game this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: Cleveland Cavaliers
April 10, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Klay Thompson (illness) won't play on Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness and doesn't feel well enough to help his team.
John Poulakidas and
Khris Middleton are set to benefit from Thompson's absence. The team is likely to be without several regulars, which will be a further boost for Poulakidas, who had a great outing on Wednesday against Phoenix, scoring a team-high 23 points.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Detroit Pistons guard/forward
Kevin Huerter (illness) has been upgraded from probable to available and will make his return from a one-game absence on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. Huerter's production has recently increased, but that came during
Cade Cunningham's absence. The Pistons' leader returned to action on Wednesday against Milwaukee, and Huerter will likely need to adjust to a smaller offensive role in his return to the lineup. Detroit's entire second unit could have a quiet outing, as Charlotte ranks fifth in the league for fewest bench points allowed.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics forward
Sam Hauser (back) will be in the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Initially, the team listed Hauser as probable after he played 31 minutes on Thursday against the Knicks. The 28-year-old had a quiet evening with six points, two rebounds, and three assists. With
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) sitting out Friday's game, Hauser could be a bit more involved in the offense. This is an excellent matchup for a three-point specialist like him, as only Utah allows more three-point attempts per game than New Orleans.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics center
Neemias Queta (toe) will be active against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. The Portuguese big man has been upgraded from probable to available. After tallying 10 points and 10 rebounds in Thursday's loss to New York, Queta has a chance to record a second consecutive double-double. He is averaging 15.0 points, 8.6 boards, 2.6 assists, and 2.2 blocks in 29.0 minutes per game in April.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics guard
Derrick White (knee) will play on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Celtics will wrap up a back-to-back, and White was initially listed as probable for Friday's game. He struggled on Thursday night against the Knicks, finishing with only eight points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal. White is in an excellent bounce-back spot on Friday, as the Pelicans won't have any of their big names in the lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics guard/forward
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) will return to the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. He was initially listed as questionable for the game after sitting out Thursday's loss to the Knicks.
Derrick White (knee),
Sam Hauser (back), and
Neemias Queta (toe) have also been cleared for Friday, so Boston will still have plenty of firepower, even with
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) resting. Brown is having a brilliant finish to the season, averaging 32.5 points on 50.5 percent efficiency from the field this month.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Chicago Bulls point guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) has been listed as out for Friday's contest against the Orlando Magic. He will miss a fourth consecutive game as Giddey manages a left hamstring strain. With him out,
Tre Jones and
Collin Sexton have led the Bulls' backcourt and remain outstanding fantasy options on Friday. The two combined for 58 points in Thursday's 119-108 win over Washington. Jones has scored at least 20 points in three consecutive games, while Sexton has impressed with a run of three-plus steals in three straight outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
New York Knicks guard
Miles McBride (pelvic) will miss the second leg of a back-to-back on Friday against the Toronto Raptors. He contributed four points, one rebound, two assists, one steal, and one block in 19 minutes as New York beat Boston on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado is likely to re-enter the rotation on Friday night, while
Jordan Clarkson and
Landry Shamet could also pick up extra work due to McBride's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
New York Knicks center
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) has a scheduled maintenance day on Friday and won't play against the Toronto Raptors. Due to an ankle injury, he hasn't played in back-to-backs all season, and Robinson is coming off a 19-minute shift in Thursday's win over Boston.
Ariel Hukporti is set to take over as the backup center on Friday night. He will see limited minutes behind
Karl-Anthony Towns and isn't worthy of any fantasy consideration.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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