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Rondale Moore's Role On The Rise
Only twice last year in his rookie season did Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Rondale Moore have more than six targets in a game, and those two games ended up being his best. He caught seven passes for 114 yards and a touchdown over the Vikings and had 11 receptions for 51 yards in late November […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoJameis Winston Day-To-Day With Sprained Foot
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (foot) is being listed as day-to-day with a sprained right foot, according to head coach Dennis Allen. Allen initially said that Winston rolled his ankle in training camp practice on Monday, but it was later clarified that he suffered a minor foot injury. Winston, who is also recovering from […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoCurtis Samuel, Dyami Brown Struggling At Camp
Washington Commanders wide receiver Curtis Samuel has been practicing with the team at training camp, and his presence outside, in the slot or out of the backfield can create mismatches for the opposing defense. However, the fact that he's being nursed through camp without tackling puts doubt into how he'll get through a full 17-game […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoCarson Wentz's Stock Is Down
Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz's inaccuracy concerns have followed him to Washington with an assortment pack of misfires in training camp. Wentz has routinely bricked passes in various directions in practices with no defense on the field. It hasn't been an every-play issue for Wentz, and his strong arm opens up more downfield plays in […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoMarken Michel Shining In Training Camp
Washington Commanders wide receiver Marken Michel is grabbing everyone's attention at training camp this year. No matter who is under center at quarterback, the 29-year-old, who is the brother of running back Sony Michel, has made plays downfield. The team's top five wideouts appear to be set, so it remains to be seen if there […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoCole Turner Turning Heads At Training Camp
Washington Commanders rookie fifth-round tight end Cole Turner has been a fluid pass-catcher and a striking 6-foot-6 target during training camp this summer. He is the team's top receiving tight end until Logan Thomas (knee) returns from the Physically Unable to Perform list, and he's the TE1 overall with John Bates (calf) out of action. […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoJahan Dotson's Stock Still Rising
Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver Jahan Dotson has been one of the cleanest performers in training camp, and not just among the rookies. He's been working with the first-team offense and is racking up repetitions when Curtis Samuel has missed sessions. The hype over the 5-foot-11 receiver's catch radius and reliable hands remains intact. However, […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoNo Timetable For Joe Burrow's Return
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor won't put a timetable on quarterback Joe Burrow's (appendix) return to training camp practices after undergoing an appendectomy in late July. "He's starting to get better every single day," Taylor said. "Again, I don't want to put a timeline on when he gets out here and starts throwing and […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoAaron Rodgers Hasn't Violated NFL's Drug Policy
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers' use of the hallucinogenic drink ayahuasca during an offseason retreat isn't considered a violation of the league's drug policy. Rodgers said he went on an ayahuasca retreat to Peru in 2020 before the third of his four MVP seasons. It's defined as a psychoactive beverage native to South America […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoCubs Option Frank Schwindel
The Chicago Cubs optioned first baseman Frank Schwindel to Triple-A Iowa after their game on Tuesday, clearing the way for outfielder Franmil Reyes to join the active major league roster after he was claimed off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Schwindel was hitting .229/.277/.358 with eight home runs, 36 RBI, 23 runs scored […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoDarren O'Day's Rehab Moved To Triple-A
The Atlanta Braves moved relief pitcher Darren O'Day's (calf) minor league rehab assignment from High-A Rome to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. O'Day struck out a batter in a scoreless inning of work for Rome last Friday. The 39-year-old right-hander might only need a few more rehab outings before he's activated from the 15-day injured list. […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoKevin Kiermaier Has Successful Surgery
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (hip) had successful left hip surgery last Wednesday and is feeling great. "I will be back on that field next year better than ever," Kiermaier said. He's expected to return to full activity in six to seven months, so he should be ready to start the 2023 season on […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoZack Britton Still A Ways Away From Returning
New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton (elbow) is set to face live hitters again on Wednesday, but manager Aaron Boone cautioned that Britton is still a ways away from going on a minor league rehab assignment. The 34-year-old left-handed hurler faced hitters for the first time on Aug. 4 since undergoing surgery to fix […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoGiancarlo Stanton Resumes Baseball Activities
New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (Achilles), who is on the injured list with Achilles tendinitis, has resumed baseball activities, but skipper Aaron Boone said there is no timetable for his return to the team. Stanton has been on the shelf since July 23, so he'll almost certainly require a minor league rehab assignment before […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoShea Langeliers Expected To Be Promoted This Year
Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said that catching prospect Shea Langeliers is expected to be promoted from Triple-A Las Vegas before the end of the season. Langeliers is the team's top prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and he's currently hitting .281/.362/.513 with an .876 OPS, 19 home runs, 53 RBI, 57 runs scored and five […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoChris Sale Undergoes Season-Ending Wrist Surgery
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (wrist) underwent season-ending surgery on Monday after injuring his wrist during a bicycle accident on Saturday. The surgery was officially described as an open reduction and internal fixation of a right distal radius (wrist) fracture. Sale is expected to be ready for the start of spring training next […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoNo Timetable For Shaquille Leonard's Return
Indianapolis Colts All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard (back), who previously went by Darius Leonard, watched training camp practice on Monday in street clothes as he recovers from June back surgery. There is no set timetable for his return, but the Colts expect him back at "some point" this year, according to a source. The Colts won't […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoNothing To Worry About With Jameis Winston
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (foot) left training camp practice on Monday after injuring his foot, but one source said "he's doing well and feels fine. So nothing to really worry about." It was initially reported that Winston rolled his ankle, but it turned out to be a foot injury. The 28-year-old is also […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoMekhi Becton To Miss Significant Time This Year
The New York Jets are expecting offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (knee) to miss a significant portion of the 2022 regular season after injuring his knee cap and patella on Monday in training camp practice. The team initially didn't believe that Becton's injury was all that serious, but it turns out it's a new injury and […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoAnthony Rizzo Could Return Tuesday
New York Yankees skipper Aaron Boone said that first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) could return to the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners if he has a successful workout on Monday and team trainers clear him. Rizzo is missing his fourth straight game on Monday with lower back soreness, but it sounds as […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoMiguel Vargas Optioned To Minors
The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned rookie third baseman Miguel Vargas to the minors on Monday with third baseman Justin Turner (abdomen) on track to return from the injured list on Tuesday. Vargas, the team's No. 5 prospect per MLB Pipeline, only appeared in two games for the Dodgers after being called up. He managed to […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoJulio Rodriguez's Wrist Still Not 100 Percent
Seattle Mariners rookie outfielder Julio Rodriguez's wrist is still "feeling it a little bit on the vibration" when swinging in the batting cages, according to manager Scott Servais. However, the Mariners aren't ruling out a return from the 10-day injured list for Rodriguez on Wednesday, but they want to see how he responds after more […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoAnthony Rizzo Still Out Against Mariners
New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) remains out of the starting lineup on Monday against the Seattle Mariners. This will be Rizzo's fourth straight game on the bench due to lower back tightness, but fantasy managers should continue to consider him day-to-day for now. The 33-year-old does have a history of back injuries, […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoMichael Gallup Continues To Progress
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup (knee), who is recovering from a torn left ACL suffered last year in Week 17, continues to progress in his recovery and was seen running and cutting at training camp on Monday. Gallup remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list and isn't allowed to take part in practice. […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoJoe Burrow Does Light Throwing Monday
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (appendix) was seen at training camp practice on Monday doing some very light throwing. It's the first time that Burrow has done anything since having an appendectomy on July 26. The Bengals are easing their star quarterback back onto the field at camp, and he has plenty of time to […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoMarquise Brown Takes Part In Individual Drills
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marquise Brown (hamstring) was back on the practice field at training camp on Monday and took part in individual drills. The plan is to increase his workload until he's going full speed, most likely by Wednesday, according to head coach Kliff Kingsbury. The 25-year-old is unlikely to play in the team's […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoChargers Sign Cameron Hunt
The Los Angeles Chargers signed first-team All-USFL center/offensive guard Cameron Hunt to an undisclosed deal on Monday, according to a source. He played with the Denver Broncos and Las Vegas Raiders before joining the USFL with the Birmingham Stallions this summer. Hunt has never played in an NFL game and will strictly serve as offensive line […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoTreylon Burks Listed As Second-Teamer On Depth Chart
Tennessee Titans rookie wide receivers Treylon Burks and Kyle Philips are listed as second-teamers, behind Robert Woods and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, on the team's first unofficial depth chart of training camp. Racey McMath and Dez Fitzpatrick are listed as on the third team, followed by a bunch of others. Burks had conditioning issues due to asthma […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoJavonte Williams, Melvin Gordon III To Be On Pitch Count
Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Justin Outten is really excited for the running back room this year, but he said the RBs will be on a pitch count throughout the season. Here we go again. Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon III were in a near-even timeshare for all of the 2021 season, and they finished with […]
Keith Hernandez 2 years agoChase Claypool Returns To Practice
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (shoulder) was in full pads for training camp practice and was participating in drills on Monday. Claypool initially injured his shoulder on July 29, but he's back in action now and will have plenty of time to get back to 100 percent health before the Week 1 season opener. […]
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