Olivier Vernon Unlikely To Play In Week 1

New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) didn't practice again on Friday and is highly unlikely to play in Week 1 against the Jaguars. Vernon is a fast healer, but he is dealing with a high ankle sprain and probably won't suit up this weekend. You can rule him out for IDP leagues and […]

Rex Burkhead Expected To Be Top Ball Carrier

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) is expected to be the team's top ball carrier in Week 1 against the Texans, in the opinion of NESN's Doug Kyed. Burkhead will be active this Sunday, but the question is how much work will he see? There have been reports that he'll be eased into […]

Keanu Neal's Injury Not Believed To Be Serious

Atlanta Falcons safety Keanu Neal (knee) is set to have an MRI on his knee, but head coach Dan Quinn doesn't think the injury is serious. Neal injured his leg in non-contact style in the second half on Thursday against the Eagles and didn't return. The 23-year-old is one of the team's best playmakers in […]

Alshon Jeffery Needs A Few More Weeks

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) said he has "a couple more visits with the doctor" before he can return to action. Jeffery said that he'll likely need a few more weeks before he can return. Jeffery missed the season opener on Thursday night and looks likely to miss at least a few more […]

Keanu Neal Questionable To Return

Atlanta Falcons safety Keanu Neal (knee) injured his left knee in Week 1 on Thursday night and is questionable to return. His injury didn't look good, so we wouldn't expect him to return for the rest of this game. The 23-year-old has been great for the Falcons in his two seasons, racking up 100-plus tackles […]

Diamondbacks Acquire Patrick Kivlehan

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired infielder/outfielder Patrick Kivlehan from the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations on Thursday. He will join the major league roster. Outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) was moved to the 60-day disabled list in a corresponding move. Kivlehan will provide bench depth down the stretch after hitting an impressive .298 with […]

Vic Beasley Evaluated For Head Injury

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (head) was being evaluated for a head injury in the Week 1 game on Thursday against the Eagles in the second quarter. Beasley led the league in sacks with 15.5 two years ago, but he wasn't as effective in his move to linebacker last year. He's expected to up […]

Thomas Pannone Scheduled To Start Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Thomas Pannone is scheduled to face off against the Indians on Sunday. The left-hander and former Blue Jay is 1-1 with a 4.58 ERA on the season in eight outings (two starts). He doesn't miss many bats (6.6 K/9) and has a 6.10 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 2.6 K/9 in his […]

Josh Donaldson To Play In Rehab Game Friday

Cleveland Indians third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf), who has hit home runs in both of the rehab games he has played with the Indians minor league team, will rejoin Double-A Akron on Friday in the Eastern League playoffs. If he doesn't have any setbacks this weekend, he could join the team and make his Indians […]

Michael Brantley Dealing With Sore Foot

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (foot) wasn't in the lineup on Thursday after fouling a ball off the top of his left foot in the third inning on Wednesday. "He's OK," said manager Terry Francona. "He hit the ball off the top of his foot, but finished the game OK. Then you get on a […]

Seth Roberts Still The No. 3 Receiver

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Seth Roberts remains the team's slot receiver and No. 3 option behind Amari Cooper and Jordy Nelson. “He’s our starting ‘F’ receiver,” head coach Jon Gruden said. “He’s always making plays in practice, and someone we can depend on.” Keon Hatcher, Dwayne Harris and Brandon LaFell round out the group. Roberts […]

Seahawks Won't Force Touches For Rashaad Penny

Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said that he wants all of his running backs to see work against the Broncos in Week 1, but the team won't force touches for anyone, including rookie Rashaad Penny. "We don't necessarily have, 'OK, gotta get this guy so many carries, gotta get this guy so many touches.' […]

Shohei Ohtani Could Hit In 2019 If He Has Surgery

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) could serve as a hitter for the Angels in all of 2019, even if he undergoes Tommy John surgery. The two-way Japanese star was told he would need elbow reconstruction on Wednesday but then went 4-for-4 with two home runs. Four doctors who repair ulnar collateral […]

Carson Wentz Expected To Miss A Few More Weeks

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) isn't expected to play for a few more weeks. The Eagles are being extra cautious with their franchise QB, and why not, they have a Super Bowl MVP as his backup? Wentz fell in fantasy drafts for obvious reasons, and hopefully you snagged a top backup if you landed […]

Marshawn Lynch Limited Thursday

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (groin) was limited in the non-padded practice on Thursday. He has been practicing lately while wearing a resistance band around his quadriceps. Deandre Washington (knee), who recently had a knee procedure, did not practice and isn't expected to play in Week 1 on Monday against the Rams. There isn't […]

Joey Bosa Does Not Practice Thursday

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) did not practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. Head coach Anthony Lynn hinted that the team may be without their best pass rusher in Week 1 against the Chiefs, and his downgrade in practice mid week definitely isn't a good sign. He's looking questionable, and […]

Jarrod Dyson To Undergo Surgery

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) will undergo a surgery similar to what he had last year. Dyson had a setback recently on his rehab assignment and will not return this year. Fantasy owners weren't counting on him to return anyway, as he hit an embarrassing .189/.282/.257 with two home runs, 12 RBI and 16 […]

Dansby Swanson Returns Thursday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (head) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after being hit in the head by a pitch on Tuesday and sitting out on Wednesday. He is starting at shortstop and batting eighth against Diamondbacks starter Zack Greinke. Swanson had been pretty hot before his injury, but he's a weak […]

Riley McCarron Joins Active Roster

New England Patriots wide receiver Riley McCarron was placed on the active roster from the practice squad on Thursday, according to a source. In a corresponding move, second-round cornerback Duke Dawson (hamstring) was placed on Injured Reserve. McCarron could see some playing time right away with Julian Edelman suspended to start the year and the […]

Ryan Zimmerman Not Playing Thursday

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. Zimm is probably just receiving a rest day. Mark Reynolds will start at first base and is batting sixth against Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks. Reynolds is hitting .800 in just five career at-bats against Hendricks. It's a small sample size, but […]

Michael Brantley Has Day Off Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. It looks like he's just receiving the day off. Outfielder Brandon Guyer will receive the start in left field and is batting ninth against Blue Jays starter Sam Gaviglio. Guyer is batting just .202/.290/.362 with six homers and 23 RBI on the […]

Kyle Schwarber Not In Lineup Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. He came up gimpy in the game on Wednesday, but he's day-to-day and could be back on Friday. Kris Bryant is in left field and is hitting fifth against Nationals starter Stephen Strasburg. Bryant is a must-start when he's in the […]

Dak Prescott Not Worried About Next Deal

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said he's not worrying about a potential payday if he has a big year in 2018. He's entering his third season and is set to make $630,000, which makes him one of the lowest paid starting quarterbacks in the league. The Cowboys cannot approach Prescott about a contract extension until […]

Browns Claim Anthony Zettel Off Waivers

The Cleveland Browns claimed defensive end Anthony Zettel off waivers from the Lions on Thursday, according to a source. Zettel was a surprising cut by the Lions after he had 6.5 sacks and a fumble recovery in a full season with Detroit in 2017. However, he wasn't a good scheme fit for the new defense.

Joey Bosa May Not Play In Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn hinted that defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) might not play in Week 1 against the Chiefs. "It’s possible that he might not be with us. ... Foot injuries, they take on all the body weight. That can be tricky," Lynn said. Bosa is an elite IDP player, but […]

Patriots Sign Stephen Anderson

The New England Patriots signed free-agent tight end Stephen Anderson on Thursday. Anderson was recently cut by the Texans last weekend, and the Patriots curiously play Houston in Week 1. New England already has Rob Gronkowski, Dwayne Allen and Jacob Hollister on roster, so Anderson is unlikely to see much playing time unless an injury […]

Jermaine Kearse Takes Part In Positional Drills

New York Jets wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (abdomen), who has been sidelined the last two weeks with an abdominal injury, took part in positional drills in practice on Thursday. It's a good sign for Kearse, but he was officially listed as did not practice. It's unlikely that he'll be able to play in Week 1 […]

Jalen Ramsey Added To Injury Report

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (ankle) was added to the injury report on Thursday with ankle soreness. This injury won't keep Ramsey from suiting up in Week 1 against the Giants. He'll be locked in a battle with elite receiver Odell Beckham Jr. That matchup will be must-watch football.

Panthers Sign Connor Cook To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent quarterback Connor Cook to the practice squad on Thursday and released defensive tackle Kendrick Norton from the practice squad in a corresponding move. The team also reached an injury settlement with defensive tackle Jeremiah Sirles, and he has been released from the Injured Reserve. Taylor Heinicke remains the backup to […]

Sam Bradford Says Knee Feels Good

Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback Sam Bradford said his oft-injured left knee is healthy and feels "as good as it has felt in a long time." "From a physical standpoint, I think he's great," head coach Steve Wilks said. "I think the knee is strong. He's at a good place right now, and he had a […]