AJ Green Iffy for Thursday
Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green (shoulder) is considered questionable for Thursday's Eastern Conference showdown against the Boston Celtics. He is dealing with a shoulder issue and may be absent for a second consecutive game. Green was only a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, which doesn't bode well for his chances to play against Boston. Green has taken a big leap this season, averaging a career-high 11.3 points with 48.5 percent shooting from downtown. He has been a starter in all 24 appearances. With Green unavailable, Kyle Kuzma joined the first unit on Saturday against the Detroit Pistons, finishing with 15 points, four rebounds, and one steal. Kuzma will have additional fantasy value again on Thursday if Green can't return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Dennis Schroder Likely to Remain Out Thursday
Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder (hip) has been tagged as doubtful on the injury report for Thursday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets, indicating that he is expected to remain out for a seventh consecutive contest. The German star is working his way back from a right hip flexor strain. Zach LaVine (thumb) has already been ruled out for Thursday, while Domantas Sabonis (knee) remains unavailable, meaning Russell Westbrook, DeMar DeRozan, and Keegan Murray will do the heavy lifting offensively. Meanwhile, players like Malik Monk and Nique Clifford may see more playing time due to the holes in the Kings' lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Zach LaVine Out Thursday With Thumb Injury
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (thumb) won't take the court on Thursday night against the Denver Nuggets. He has been ruled out due to right thumb soreness. LaVine has had a very inconsistent campaign and went from a 42-point effort to a 16-point outing in his last appearance against the Indiana Pacers. His departure from the lineup creates additional playing opportunities for Malik Monk, Keon Ellis, and Nique Clifford. On Thursday, the trio may also benefit from the absence of Dennis Schroder (hip), who is listed as questionable on the injury report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Alperen Sengun Back From Two-Game Absence Thursday
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (illness) has come off the injury report and will play in Thursday's contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. The star big man has missed a couple of games due to illness. The Rockets will also have Steven Adams (ankle) available on Thursday night, pushing Clint Capela down the pecking order. Before he got sidelined, Sengun had a big start to December, averaging 29.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 8.5 assists, 2.5 blocks, and 3.0 steals across two games. Meetings with the Clippers have been good matchups for bigs, as they allow the 10th-most fantasy points in the league to centers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Stephen Curry on Track to Return Friday
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (quadriceps) practiced fully on Wednesday and is expected to return to action on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Curry, who has missed five games with a left quadriceps contusion, is scheduled to practice again on Thursday. The former MVP might face a minutes restriction in his first game back from injury, but he can still be impactful. In his 17th NBA season, Curry has averaged 27.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.3 steals in 31.1 minutes. Pat Spencer has had a strong stretch recently, but his fantasy value will take a hit with Curry's return.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Si Woo Kim Closes 2025 With Strong Finish Among Putting Woes
Si Woo Kim had a busy 2025, playing in 30 events and recording 13 top-25 finishes. His overall numbers were nearly identical to 2024, finishing 25th in total strokes gained (+0.751 per round), compared to 26th (+0.761) last year. Kim was strong off the tee and on approach, but putting continued to hold him back, ranking just 161st and losing -0.367 strokes per round. He had some standout moments, including an impressive T8 at the PGA Championship and a T4 at the RSM Classic to close out his season, though he missed the cut at The Open and finished T42 at the U.S. Open. If he can tighten up his putting in 2026, Kim has the game to be in contention frequently and build on what was otherwise a solid season.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Akshay Bhatia Looks to Rebound in 2026 After Down Year Off the Tee
Akshay Bhatia wrapped up what was an overall disappointing 2025 season with a 14th-place finish at the Hero World Challenge. After a win and a runner-up in 2024, he wasn't able to match that level this year, finishing with four top-10s and 19 made cuts in 26 starts. His best result came at THE PLAYERS Championship, where he finished T3. His overall strokes gained dipped slightly from 27th (+0.748 per round) to 36th (+0.638), but the bigger issue was off the tee. Bhatia fell from 59th in 2024 to 103rd in 2025 in strokes gained off the tee and finished 155th in total driving after ranking 27th last year. The driver held him back all season, but if he can get that part of his game sorted out in 2026, the 23-year-old still has massive upside and should be a strong candidate to bounce back with another win.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Brian Harman's 2025 Season a Step Back Despite Spring Win
After a winless 2024, Brian Harman got himself back in the winner's circle this year with a victory at the Valero Texas Open. Beyond that, he put together a steady season overall, finishing with four top 10s, 10 top 25s, and only four missed cuts in 24 starts. His approach play dipped a bit from last year, ranking 90th at +0.069 strokes gained per round compared to +0.322 and 35th in 2024. He also slid from 23rd to 87th in total strokes gained, and, for the first time since the 2013-14 season, lost strokes off the tee. Despite the April win, Harman's overall form took a step back in 2025, especially with the driver. If he can clean up the off the tee issues in 2026, he should be more competitive in a wider range of events.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Christian Watson Ascending as a Must-Start Player?
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson has been outstanding since making his season debut in Week 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Watson leads the team in receiving since returning, collecting 25 receptions for 452 yards and five touchdowns on 38 targets. Those numbers would put him on a 17-game pace of 60 catches for nearly 1,100 yards and 12 touchdowns. The 26-year-old wideout has two multi-touchdown games in the past four weeks and has cleared 80 receiving yards in three of his seven games played, which is already the most of any Green Bay pass-catcher this season. Watson remains one of the most explosive downfield threats in the league, a perfect fit for quarterback Jordan Love's playing style and willingness to push the ball down the field. However, Watson has a challenging Week 15 matchup coming up against the vaunted Denver Broncos defense and could be shadowed by cornerback Patrick Surtain, last year's Defensive Player of the Year.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Sam Burns' Elite Putting Headlines a Solid 2025 Season
Sam Burns wrapped up a steady, consistent 2025 season with an 11th-place finish at the Hero World Challenge. He posted 13 top-25 results in 2025, and came closest to a win at the Canadian Open, where he fell to Ryan Fox in a four-hole playoff. The 29-year-old once again shined with the flatstick, finishing the year as the number one putter on tour and gaining an impressive +0.983 strokes per round on the greens. The one area that held him back was his iron play. Burns ranked 127th in strokes gained on approach, losing -0.118 strokes per round after finishing 2024 ranked 73rd and gaining 0.173. His tee-to-green play was fairly average overall, ranking 107th (+0.014 per round), and his driving accuracy sat at 60.20%, good for 97th on tour. Burns still put together a strong season from start to finish, and if he can get his iron play and ball-striking back to where they've been in the past, he should be poised for another successful campaign in 2026.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Sepp Straka Ends Stellar 2025 Campaign on a High Note
Sepp Straka capped off a career year with a third-place finish at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas. Straka put up career-best numbers in wins (2), top 10 finishes (6) and top 25 finishes (13). He also finished the year eighth in total strokes gained (+1.072 per round), seventh on approach (+0.677), and 41st in putting (+0.237). All of these are vast improvements from 2024, where he was 91st in total strokes, 40th on approach, and was 104th in putting, losing strokes. The improvement in his overall game is nothing shy of incredible, and Straka has established himself as one of the true elites in the game, moving up from 36th at the end of 2024 to 11th at the end of 2025. There are no signs of him slowing down, and he should once again be finding his name near the top of leaderboards in 2026.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Robert MacIntyre Closes Out a Steady 2025 Campaign
Robert MacIntyre wrapped up his 2025 season with a 12th-place finish at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas. After picking up two wins last year, MacIntyre did not find his way back into the win column in 2025, but he still put together a really solid season. The Scotsman posted two runner-up finishes, six top 10s, and made 21 cuts in 23 starts. His major results were a mixed bag, missing the cut at the Masters, finishing T47 at the PGA Championship, runner-up at the U.S. Open, and T7 at The Open. He finished the year 40th in strokes gained on approach (+0.312 per round), a big jump from 113th and losing strokes in 2024, and he also improved his driving accuracy from 153rd to 77th. MacIntyre was solid across the board all season, and if those gains on approach and off the tee continue, he should remain a strong contender heading into 2026.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Kyle Monangai Emerging as Weekly Fantasy Option?
Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai has earned a sizable role in the team's backfield alongside D'Andre Swift. Monangai and Swift both have exactly 60 carries each over the past four games, with Monangai totaling 258 yards and three touchdowns and Swift having 293 yards and one touchdown. The duo's skill sets complement each other well in a Chicago running game that has proven to be one of the best in the league. The rookie seventh-rounder ranks as the RB20 during that four-game span, averaging 12.3 PPR points per game. Monangai should continue to receive a healthy workload and touchdown opportunities in a strong Bears offense with head coach Ben Johnson pulling the strings. He profiles as a viable flex option in Week 15 against the Cleveland Browns.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Bam Knight Locked into Lead Role for Rest of the Season?
Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight has operated as the team's primary running back this season after injuries to James Conner (foot) and Trey Benson (knee). Benson's season has come to an end after not being activated off Injured Reserve within his 21-day activation window. Knight has taken advantage of his opportunities in Benson's absence, sharing backfield duties with Michael Carter and Emari Demercado (ankle). He's handled 81 carries for 271 yards and four touchdowns while adding 22 receptions for 160 yards and one touchdown on 31 targets. It has been underwhelming production for fantasy managers, as he ranks as the RB43 with 8.5 PPR points per game, but he's scored at least 13.2 PPR points in three of the last four games. The 24-year-old has been one of the least efficient runners in the league this season. However, he has been active as a receiver and has a firm hold on goal-line duties in what's been a surprisingly fantasy-friendly Arizona offense with quarterback Jacoby Brissett at the helm. Knight will continue to rank in low-end RB3 territory for the Week 15 game against a tough Houston Texans defense this Sunday.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Devin Neal Listed as Limited in Wednesday's Practice
New Orleans Saints rookie running back Devin Neal (abdomen) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice session, according to Ross Jackson of LouisianaSports.net. Neal appears to have exited New Orleans' win over the Bucs on Sunday with an abdominal injury. His injury will be something for fantasy managers to monitor in practice this week, but he should still be on track to play in Week 15 against the division-rival Carolina Panthers. The rookie sixth-rounder recorded a career-high 20 touches for 84 yards and a touchdown last week, and he has been a quality fantasy option with Alvin Kamara (knee, ankle) sidelined. Kamara missed practice again on Wednesday and is trending towards missing his third straight game, which would line Neal up for another week as a plug-and-play starter. If Neal were to trend in the wrong direction in the next two days, Evan Hull and Audric Estime would be names to watch in the Saints' backfield.
Source: Ross Jackson
Source: Ross Jackson
Keaton Mitchell Limited in Practice on Wednesday
Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (knee) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. Mitchell left early during Baltimore's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 14 due to a knee injury, but the injury is considered minor, and he isn't expected to miss any time. The 23-year-old running back had his best performance of the season last week with six rushes for 76 yards before tweaking his knee. He still hasn't seen a major uptick in snaps after Justice Hill (neck) was placed on Injured Reserve, however. Mitchell has played just 20 total snaps in the last two games, but he has been one of the most dynamic players in the league with the ball in his hands. He will remain just a handcuff behind Derrick Henry heading into the Week 15 divisional game against the Cincinnati Bengals while fighting for touches alongside Rasheen Ali.
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Tyler Shough Has Entered Weekly Streaming Conversation
New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough has finished as a QB1 in three of his last four starts, peaking at QB6 in a Week 14 upset of the Buccaneers. While he threw for only 144 yards with zero touchdowns and an interception, his day was buoyed by 55 yards on the ground and two rushing touchdowns. He has now registered at least six carries in three straight games, topping 20 yards on the ground in two of three and showcasing a skillset that wasn't a huge part of his profile coming out of Louisville. Since taking over as the Saints starter in Week 9, he has demonstrated plus athleticism and a command of the offense, entering the conversation as a viable streamer. Unfortunately, his first two fantasy playoff matchups are against the Panthers and Jets, both of whom have been challenging for fantasy quarterbacks. He does draw a favorable matchup against the Titans in Week 17, but most managers who reach the fantasy championship will have likely done so without needing to stream the position.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Theo Johnson Limited Due to Toe Injury
New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson (toe) was a limited participant for the team's first practice following a Week 14 bye. Last seen in a primetime Monday night loss to the Patriots, Johnson struggled with a costly drop while bringing in only three of his eight targets for 29 yards. His status is worth monitoring through the week, as he has built a strong connection with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, and his favorable Week 15 matchup against the Commanders has him firmly in the streaming conversation to begin the fantasy playoffs. Prior to the Week 13 loss to New England, Johnson had finished as a top-12 tight end in six of his last nine outings, and the explosive athlete is currently RotoBaller's TE15 for Week 15.
Source: Matt Citak
Source: Matt Citak
David Sills V a Deep-League Dice Roll on Thursday Night
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver David Sills V was targeted four times in Week 14's 37-9 loss to the Seahawks, however, he failed to haul in any of those passes. It was a disappointing performance after two straight weeks catching touchdown passes from Kirk Cousins. Despite the goose egg, two of the 29-year-old's targets came in the red zone, and he was on the field for 94 percent of the team's offensive plays, which was well ahead of wide receivers Darnell Mooney (77 percent) and Dylan Drummond (61 percent). With Drake London (knee) ruled out once again, Sills will have another opportunity to produce on Thursday night against a Tampa Bay defense that has yielded the sixth-most passing yards per game this season (237.8). The 6-foot-3 wideout has a floor of zero, but has the potential for another touchdown catch as well, making him a very risky WR option in only the deepest of formats.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jake Ferguson Limited on Wednesday
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (calf) was limited during Wednesday's practice with a calf issue. Ferguson had a clean bill of health heading into Week 14's Thursday night matchup with the Lions, and he was heavily involved throughout the game, finishing with five catches on seven targets for 58 yards. Ferguson has been the TE3 in Half-PPR formats and is RotoBaller's TE8 heading into a Week 15 Sunday night matchup with the Vikings, so his status certainly bears monitoring. Third-year tight end Luke Schoonmaker makes for an interesting pivot should Ferguson's availability remain cloudy until game time, but with all teams now past the bye, fantasy managers should be able to find higher upside streaming options in what would be a worst-case scenario.
Source: Jon Machota
Source: Jon Machota
Jalen McMillan Should be Avoided if he's Active on Thursday
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan (neck) is currently questionable to make his season debut versus the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15 on Thursday night. McMillan has been sidelined all season due to a neck injury he suffered in mid-August in the preseason. Both McMillan and Mike Evans (collarbone) were activated from Injured Reserve on Wednesday. It seems that both wideouts are trending in the right direction ahead of Thursday's matchup with Atlanta. There might be too many mouths to feed for McMillan to be a viable fantasy contributor, though. Rookie Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin Jr., and Evans will all likely be ahead of McMillan in the pecking order. There's some stash value here in deeper formats, but McMillan won't be a recommended starting option in 12-team leagues in Week 15 if he makes his 2025 debut on TNF.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Chip Kelly Interviews for Georgia Tech Offensive Coordinator Job
Longtime offensive coach Chip Kelly has interviewed for the Georgia Tech offensive coordinator job, according to On3's Pete Nakos. The 62-year-old was recently fired as the Las Vegas Raiders' offensive coordinator before the end of his first season. However, Kelly has enjoyed immense offensive success at the collegiate level during stops with Oregon, UCLA, and Ohio State. The Yellow Jackets lost play-caller Buster Faulkner to Florida this offseason, so Brent Key is looking to fill the big hole. Georgia Tech ranked second in the ACC in total offense (466.3) in 2025. The last time Kelly coached at this level, he led Ohio State to the No. 4 total offense (429.4) and the No. 2 scoring offense (35.7) in the Big Ten. The Buckeyes won the College Football Playoff National Championship and were a dominant force on offense in their four playoff wins.
Source: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
Source: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
Chris Godwin Jr. Should Offer WR3 Upside
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. has been a decent contributor on offense over the last two games as he puts a fractured fibula in the rearview mirror. Godwin had a season-high five receptions for 55 yards during last week's loss to the New Orleans Saints. The 29-year-old has been seeing more involvement lately, but that could change, beginning on Thursday night versus the division-rival Atlanta Falcons. Both Mike Evans (collarbone) and Jalen McMillan (neck) have been activated from Injured Reserve and could suit up against the Falcons. If that happens, Godwin could quickly see a reduced role in this offense. The good news is that Godwin is the best slot receiver on this roster and should remain a key part of the passing attack. He should still see enough work to muster up WR3/flex value this week.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Ladd McConkey Limited with Foot Injury
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (foot) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. This is a new injury for McConkey, so it bears monitoring, but it should be noted that he led all Chargers non-quarterback skill players with 64 offensive snaps in a Week 14 overtime win over the Eagles. The Chargers travel to Kansas City in Week 15, and with a banged-up offense coming off one of their sloppier performances of the season, it's reasonable to distrust most of Los Angeles' passing game against a Chiefs defense that has been stout across the board for most of the year. McConkey is currently RotoBaller's WR22, though that ranking could drop based on his practice availability.
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Emeka Egbuka Offers Shaky WR3 Value in Week 15
Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka has struggled to produce any consistent numbers over the last month of the season. Egbuka has finished with 42 receiving yards or fewer in four straight games. His target share has been there, with eight targets or more in seven consecutive contests. Unfortunately, Egbuka and quarterback Baker Mayfield aren't on the same page right now. Egbuka's fantasy value could drop even more going forward with veteran Mike Evans (collarbone) trending in the right direction to return in Week 15. Egbuka figures to lose targets to Evans and Chris Godwin Jr. to close out what has been a strong first NFL season. The rookie wideout has enough big-play potential to warrant a look for the Thursday night matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons, but fantasy managers might want to temper their expectations for him as a WR3/flex.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Justin Herbert Limited on Wednesday
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (hand) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, but he informed the gathered media that he's further along than he was at this point last week, with his grip strength improving. In a gutsy Monday night win over the Eagles, he completed fewer than 50% of his passes for under 150 yards and one touchdown. He also threw an interception and fumbled twice, while taking a beating all night long. With injuries continuing to mount on the offensive line, he faced 26 pressures and was sacked seven times, with notable contact made to his injured non-throwing hand throughout the game. The Chargers face another swarming defense in Week 15 when they travel to Kansas City. Playing behind a battered offensive line that has been overmatched for most of the season, Herbert is RotoBaller's QB20 heading into the first week of the fantasy playoffs.
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Mike Evans is a Risky Starting Option if he Returns on Thursday
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (collarbone) is considered questionable ahead of the upcoming Thursday night matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. Evans was activated off Injured Reserve on Wednesday, but it doesn't necessarily mean he'll be active this week. The veteran wideout has missed the last six games due to a broken collarbone that he suffered in Week 7. Before that, Evans missed three games due to a hamstring injury, so it's been an injury-plagued 12th season for the future Hall of Famer. There's a good chance that Evans has a limited snap count if he is active on Thursday night. He hasn't played a full game since Week 3. Everyone is aware of Evans' big-play ability, but the risk might outweigh the reward of starting him in what is the first week of the fantasy playoffs in a lot of leagues.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Alvin Kamara Still Not Practicing
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (knee, ankle) was a non-participant during Wednesday's practice session. Kamara has yet to practice since he suffered a sprained MCL in Week 12 against the Atlanta Falcons. Rookie RB Devin Neal (abdomen) was limited to begin the week as well. That leaves Audric Estime and Evan Hull as the only healthy running backs on the Saints' roster. Fantasy managers will need to monitor the health of these two backs ahead of the Week 15 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. This would be a situation to avoid for fantasy managers if both Kamara and Neal are unable to suit up. With the Saints out of playoff contention, it's unlikely they will rush Kamara back, so fantasy managers should not expect to have him available this weekend.
Source: Ross Jackson
Source: Ross Jackson
Multiple Teams Interested in Acquiring Freddy Peralta
Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report that the Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, and Houston Astros are among the teams with interest in acquiring current Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta. The 29-year-old Peralta is coming off an excellent 2025 season in Milwaukee. Across 176 2/3 innings (33 starts), he recorded a 17-6 record with a 2.70 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 204 strikeouts. While the Brewers won 97 games in 2025 and appear to be in win-now mode, they could look to move Peralta, given that he has just one season left under team control. Peralta slightly outperformed his underlying metrics and could be in for some regression in 2026. Still, he's established himself as a front-end starting pitcher, sporting a career 3.59 ERA and 29.9% strikeout rate. While Rosenthal and Sammon report that "no deal appears close" and "talks are fluid," it appears as though Peralta has multiple potential suitors. It could just be a matter of time before a deal comes together.
Source: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal, Will Sammon
Source: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal, Will Sammon
Trevor Lawrence Dealing With Ankle Injury
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (ankle) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice. Lawrence didn't have any kind of wrap on his ankle when addressing the media, though. It seems like a minor injury that shouldn't keep him out of the upcoming Week 15 matchup against the New York Jets on Sunday, but we'll continue to keep a close eye on his status over the next couple of days. Lawrence has played better lately, with multiple touchdown passes in three straight games. Fantasy managers should check back on Thursday and Friday for another update on his status. Lawrence should offer low-end QB1 value for this weekend as long as his ankle won't limit his mobility inside and outside of the pocket.
Source: Michael DiRocco
Source: Michael DiRocco
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