Garrett Grayson Sees Limited Time Friday

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Garrett Grayson did not see much time on the field in the preseason game Friday. Grayson threw three passes, with two completions for 14 yards. Grayson came into the game late in the fourth quarter, after Kurt Benkert had struggled. Prior to this game it appeared Grayson was a distant fourth on […]

Kurt Benkert Struggles Friday

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert struggled to make an impact in the second preseason game against the Chiefs on Friday. Benkert threw eight passes but only managed three completions for a total of 30 yards. The rookie quarterback also threw an interception, which was returned for a touchdown. Benkert will have been hoping to move […]

Matt Schaub Solid In Second Preseason Game

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub had a solid outing in the Falcons second preseason game against the Chiefs. The Falcons backup went 7-for-10 with 75 yards and a touchdown. Schaub threw the most passes of all of the Falcons quarterbacks, and his solid performance will likely have strengthened his position as the backup to Matt […]

Julio Jones And Devonta Freeman Will Not Suit Up Friday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones and running back Devonta Freeman will not suit up against the Chiefs on Friday. Much like last week this is a coach's decision, to prevent any potential injury. With Jones and Freeman out it prevents opportunities for more touches for Tevin Coleman, Ito Smith, Calvin Ridley, Marvin Hall and […]

Deion Jones Not Playing Friday

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones will not play Friday. Jones has had no injury issues reported previously and the decision to hold him out is mostly a coach's decision, as he would likely play if this was a regular season game. Jones will once again be a big part of the Falcons defense in 2018, […]

Matt Bryant Will Not Play Friday

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (undisclosed) will not play Friday. Officially it is being called a coach's decision, but Bryant has missed practice. He did manage to kick somewhere in the region of 15 balls on Wednesday. However, head coach Dan Quinn has decided it is not worth risking Bryant getting injured further. Bryant is […]

Chi Chi Gonzalez To Pitch Friday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez will pitch for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery. Gonzalez will throw two innings in the Arizona League, as he begins his return. Gonzalez is someone who could make up part of the Rangers rotation in 2019. Gonzalez was impressive in 2015, throwing 67 innings with […]

Carlos Tocci Starting Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Carlos Tocci is starting in center field Friday. With Delino DeShields back on the 10-day disabled list, Tocci will takeover as the starting center fielder for the foreseeable future. However, Tocci has very limited fantasy value, having struggled at the plate this season. In 96 plate appearances, Tocci has a .174 batting […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa At Catcher Friday

Texas Rangers catcher Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start behind the plate Friday. Robinson Chirinos will receive another day off, which has become a regular occurrence as of late. The question is whether the Rangers are trying to protect Chirinos, or if this is about getting Kiner-Falefa more time behind the plate for the future. Kiner-Falefa being […]

Adrian Beltre Remains Out Of Lineup Friday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) remains out of the lineup for a third straight game. Beltre was removed from the game Monday and has not featured again for the Rangers since. Beltre has been diagnosed with a Grade-2 strain, which usually requires close to a month to recover from. However, the fact the […]

Drew Robinson Recalled To The Majors

Texas Rangers utility player Drew Robinson has been recalled to the majors. The Rangers needed outfield help after Delino DeShields was placed on the disabled list with a broken finger. Robinson has struggled this season, hitting just .186 with one home run and two stolen bases. In addition, Robinson is unlikely to see regular playing […]

Delino DeShields Placed On 10-Day DL

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a broken middle finger. DeShields was hit by a pitch while trying to bunt in Friday's games against the Los Angeles Angels. This is DeShields third trip to the DL this season. The regular trips to the DL have not helped […]

Julio Jones And Devonta Freeman Could Suit Up Friday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones and running back Devonta Freeman could suit up against the Chiefs Friday. Both players were held out of the first preseason game, as a coaches decision. Neither player has an injury issue but Dan Quinn does not want to risk them if he does not have too. Even if […]

Joey Gallo Continues Strong August

Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo continued his strong August performance Thursday night. Gallo had two hits, including a home run, as he scored two runs and drove in two. In the month of August, Gallo is now hitting over .300 with five home runs, 10 runs and 12 RBI. His season average is still a […]

Drew Robinson Could Be Called Up

Texas Rangers outfielder Drew Robinson could be called back up to the major leagues if Delino DeShields is placed on the disabled list. Robinson was optioned to Triple-A when DeShields was activated last Sunday. However, if DeShields does require another trip to the disabled list with his finger injury then Robinson is in contention to […]

Willie Calhoun Could Return To Majors Soon

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun could be back in the major leagues soon. With Delino DeShields injuring his finger Thursday, Calhoun could be back as early as Friday. However, if not then Calhoun will not have to wait long. Once major league rosters expand, Calhoun is pretty much assured of returning the majors. However, whatever […]

Nomar Mazara Homers In Return

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara hit a home run in his return to lineup following his thumb injury. This was Mazara's 16th home run of the season, but this one takes on additional importance. Coming back off a thumb injury can often be tough for hitters, especially when it comes to their power. The fact […]

Adrian Beltre Remains Out Of Lineup Thursday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) remains out of the lineup Thursday. The fact the Rangers still have no placed him on the disabled list indicates his absence will not be lengthy. In his place, Jurickson Profar will start at third base and hit fifth in the lineup. Profar has had success this season […]

Delino DeShields Starting Again Thursday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields will get his fourth start in a row in center field on Thursday. DeShields has not exactly done much to shout about since returning from the disabled list, going 1-for-10 with one RBI. However, Carlos Tocci has struggled this season, with a .174 batting average in 96 plate appearances. DeShields […]

Nomar Mazara Activated Thursday

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara (thumb) has been activated from the disabled list on Thursday. Mazara will slot straight back into the lineup, playing right field and hitting fourth. Mazara struggled initially to recover following the injury but has come on quickly in the last week or two. Mazara has been having a career season […]

Matt Bryant Practices Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant, who suffered an undisclosed injury, took part in practice Wednesday. Bryant kicked approximately 15 footballs during the closed part of team practice. However, Bryant will remain a game-time decision before the game against the Chiefs on Friday. All the indications are that the Falcons still want Bryant to be their […]

Falcons Defense To Get Tested Friday

The Atlanta Falcons defense will get the perfect opportunity to both test themselves and show off why they deserve to be starters on Friday night. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the first-team offense are set to play the entire first half Friday. That should give the Falcons plenty of opportunities to get their […]

Julio Jones Developing Stronger Bond With Steve Sarkisian

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has been developing a strong bond with offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian so far in training camp. Apparently Jones and Sarkisian were feeling each other out last season. Jones yards per game was down at least 10-yards in 2017 compared to the previous three seasons. In addition, Jones struggled to […]

Calvin Ridley May Return Punts on Friday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley may return punts for the team in the second preseason game Friday. Ridley has little recent experience returning punts, having returned just two in his three years at Alabama. For fantasy owners, this news should bring about mixed reactions. On one hand the Falcons are clearly looking to get […]

Logan Paulsen Providing Insight To Younger Tight Ends

Atlanta Falcons tight end Logan Paulsen is providing insight to younger tight ends, according to head coach Dan Quinn. Paulsen is currently battling with Eric Saubert for the second tight end spot on the roster. Paulsen has struggled the last three years with just 16 reception on 28 targets. Paulsen's career has stuttered since he […]

Eric Saubert Making The Jump In Year Two

Atlanta Falcons tight end Eric Saubert is "definitely making the jump from year one to year two," according to head coach Dan Quinn. Saubert is competing with Logan Paulsen for the second tight end spot, behind Austin Hooper. Despite being active for 14 games last year, Saubert did not register a single reception in his […]

Delino DeShields Starting Again Tuesday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields will start for the third consecutive day in center field. DeShields appears to have regained the starting role since returning from the disabled list with post-concussion syndrome. DeShields already has 18 steals on the season and if he is now the starter for the remainder of the season it is […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Starting Tuesday

Texas Rangers utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa will get the start behind the plate on Tuesday. The Rangers are using the opportunity to let Robinson Chirinos have two days off behind the plate, given the team's day off on Wednesday. Kiner-Falefa has hit just one of his four home runs against left-handed pitchers, and none of […]

Jurickson Profar At Third Base Tuesday

Texas Rangers utility player Jurickson Profar will make the start at third base on Tuesday. With Adrian Beltre's status still not confirmed the Rangers will utilize the flexibility of Profar Tuesday, prior to the teams day off on Wednesday. Profar is having a career year with 13 home runs, nine steals and a .246 batting […]

Cory Gearrin Could See Save Opportunities

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Cory Gearrin has been carving out a nice role with the Rangers since being acquired from the San Francisco Giants. Gearrin has been working in Rangers victories, with seven of his previous eight outings coming in games that the Rangers went on to win. Since coming to the Rangers, Gearrin has […]