AJ Dillon Hopes To Change Perceptions
Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon is hoping to change the perception that he isn't a strong receiving option. Teammate Aaron Jones explained that he asked Dillon why there was a narrative that he couldn't catch passes, to which the Boston College product responded, "Because they just didn't throw it to me." Dillon was... Read More
Jake Ferguson Praised By Head Coach
Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy offered praise for tight end Jake Ferguson, explaining that the rookie is "definitely exactly what his profile was when he drafted him. He's what we need, too." This report aligns with recent speculation that the Cowboys could run plenty of 12 personnel this coming season, which would allow for... Read More
Cade Otton Continues To Receive Praise
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton may carve out a bigger role for himself this season. Although head coach Todd Bowles and offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich have previously stated they will utilize a committee approach, Otton has stood out. The rookie will mostly battle Cameron Brate and Kyle Rudolph this year for Tom Brady's... Read More
Michael Carter "The Heartbeat" Of Jets Offense
New York Jets offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur called running back Michael Carter "the heartbeat of our offense." It's not exactly what you want to hear if you have a lot of fantasy football shares of rookie Breece Hall, who is fully expected to take over the lead-back role in New York in 2022 sooner than... Read More
Ravens, Lamar Jackson Cannot Reach Deal On Extension
Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said that no deal was reached with quarterback Lamar Jackson by Friday's deadline to come to a long-term contract extension. Talks will continue after the 2022 season. Jackson will play this season on the final year of his rookie deal instead. The 25-year-old signal-caller will become a free agent... Read More
Lamar Jackson Will Play Out Rookie Deal
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will play his rookie contract despite the massive absence of guarantees on a new deal. The 2019 NFL MVP insisted that his deadline to get a long-term contract extension done with the team is this Friday before Week 1 against the New York Jets. Both sides will look to reach... Read More
Darnell Mooney Primed For Week 1 Targets
Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney will take on the 49ers in Week 1. Mooney blossomed last season, racking up a career-high 81 receptions for 1,056 yards and four touchdowns in a mediocre Matt Nagy offense. Now the Bears have a new offensive scheme, quarterback Justin Fields heading into his second season and Mooney is... Read More
Vikings Want To Be Creative With Dalvin Cook
Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook should be very busy this season, as head coach Kevin O'Connell has high hopes for his stud ball carrier. O'Connell mentioned that the team needs to "find ways to get the ball in his hands, including on third down. When teams have plans for Justin Jefferson, then Kirk Cousins... Read More
Vikings Want To Unlock Jalen Reagor
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Reagor has been a player that has caught the eye of new head coach Kevin O'Connell. O'Connell mentioned that the team needs "to find ways to activate what he does well," while going on to say that he thinks "this offense provides him a real platform." Although the former first-round... Read More
Ron Rivera Trusts Antonio Gibson
Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson still has the trust of his head coach despite some fumbling issues during the preseason and training camp. When asked how he plans to use Gibson, Ron Rivera said, "we're going to give him the football and I have no issue with that." The third-year back will be the... Read More
Rams Extend Les Snead, Sean McVay Through 2026
The Los Angeles Rams announced long-term contract extensions for general manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay through the 2026 season on Thursday. Following the team's Super Bowl win over the Cincinnati Bengals earlier this year, McVay is now one of the highest-paid coaches in the NFL, while Snead becomes one of the highest-paid... Read More
Rondale Moore Removed From Wednesday's Injury Report
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Rondale Moore (undisclosed) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report. He had been dealing with an unknown injury that has held him out of action of late, and earlier in the week, head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he was "hopeful" that Moore would be able to play against the Kansas City Chiefs... Read More
Michael Thomas Eyeing A Return To 2019 Form
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (hamstring) is aiming for a return to his record-setting form that fans saw three seasons ago. When asked if his 2019 self was still there, Thomas replied, "I'm trying to top that." The former All-Pro wideout has had his last two seasons marred by ankle injuries. Despite dealing... Read More
Lamar Jackson Has Friday Deadline For Contract Extension
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson told reporters on Wednesday that his deadline to get a long-term contract extension done with the team is this Friday before the Week 1 regular season opener against the New York Jets this Sunday. There were reports earlier on Wednesday that suggested there was pessimism that the two sides would... Read More
Dalton Schultz Should Start A Huge Season In Week 1
Dallas Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz should get off to a strong start in Week 1 of what could be a top-tier TE season. Schultz was the overall TE5 in fantasy last season, and now he has ascended to what could basically be the WR2 position on the Cowboys offense. With only CeeDee Lamb clearly... Read More
CeeDee Lamb Looks To Get Off To A Hot Start In Week 1
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is primed to take the next step into alpha WR1 status, and that journey starts in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Bucs. Lamb was already very impressive in 2021, finishing 13th in yards per route run and excellent after the catch (fifth in missed tackles). This season, he... Read More
Julio Jones Back To His Old Self?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that wide receiver Julio Jones was out of shape when he first reported to the team in training camp, but Bowles said that the veteran pass-catcher has "kind of gotten to the point where he's returned to his old self." Jones is leading both in the locker... Read More
Pessimism Surrounding Lamar Jackson's Extension Talks
There is a measure of pessimism around Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's contract-extension negotiations with Week 1 of the regular season rapidly approaching this weekend. It appears more likely that, barring a last-minute shift in talks, Jackson will play the 2022 season under the one remaining year left on his current deal, according to one... Read More
Logan Webb Earns Win Against Dodgers Monday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb came away with the victory on Monday in his start against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The veteran threw six innings against Los Angeles, allowing seven hits, three runs, two earned runs, and a home run in those six innings. He also struck out six batters, logged 11 swinging... Read More
Dameon Pierce Officially Listed As RB1 On Depth Chart
Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce is officially listed as the team's starting running back on their first official depth chart of the 2022 regular season. Behind Pierce are veteran Rex Burkhead, Dare Ogunbowale and Royce Freeman. Marlon Mack looked to finally be healthy after a serious Achilles injury he suffered two years ago,... Read More
Nick Westbrook-Ikhine Listed As Starter
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine was listed as a starter on the team's depth chart. The 25-year-old was expected to move down the pecking order after the club decided to draft Treylon Burks 18th overall. However, the rookie has failed to impress the coaching staff, opening the door for the third-year pro. Robert Woods... Read More
Justice Hill Ready To Make An Impact
Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill is fully recovered from an Achilles tear that caused him to miss the 2021 season. With Gus Edwards (knee) on the Physically Unable to Perform List and J.K. Dobbins not yet at one hundred percent, there is an opportunity in this backfield. The Ravens signed veterans Mike Davis and... Read More
Jaylen Warren Steelers No. 2 Back On Depth Chart
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie running back Jaylen Warren was listed ahead of Benny Snell Jr. as the No. 2 back on the team's newest depth chart. It is noteworthy because Snell was second ahead of Warren in the previous release. The 23-year-old has been making an impact all offseason, leaving many to wonder if he had... Read More
Knicks Unwilling To Trade Quentin Grimes
New York Knicks guard Quentin Grimes was a sought-after commodity by Utah during talks surrounding a trade for Donovan Mitchell. However, with Mitchell now in Cleveland, reports have surfaced that the Knicks weren't willing to part ways with the 22-year-old. Grimes averaged 6.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assists while shooting 38.1% from deep in... Read More
Chase Silseth Contributes To Combined No-Hitter
Los Angeles Angels starting pitching prospect Chase Silseth was one of 20 pitchers taken in the club's wild 2021 draft. The right-hander pitched just 5.1 innings in the minors last season but still earned a spot on the big-league roster this year. He has made seven starts in the majors and 13 at Double-A to... Read More
Blaine Crim Homers In Five Straight Games
Texas Rangers first base prospect Blaine Crim was selected in the 19th round of the 2019 draft and has slowly climbed through the minor league ranks. The 25-year-old has looked good at every level so far, boasting a great hit tool and truly phenomenal power. His OBP isn't great and it would be nice if... Read More
Carlos Rodriguez Perfect In Latest Outing
Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitching prospect Carlos Rodriguez is just 20 years old and has quickly made a name for himself since being selected in the sixth round of last year's draft. There are two players named Carlos Rodriguez listed on MLB Pipeline's ranking of the top-30 Brewers prospects. This one pairs a mid-90s fastball featuring good... Read More
David Calabrese Does A Little Bit Of Everything
Los Angeles Angels outfield prospect David Calabrese continues to make an impact in the lower levels of the minors. The 19-year-old has great awareness of the strike zone, working walks and making consistent contact, although his strikeout rate is higher than ideal. A solid defender, Calabrese has spent most of this season in center, where... Read More
Willian Suarez Posting Insane Strikeout Rates
San Francisco Giants relief pitching prospect Willian Suarez has made a slow progression through the minors since being signed out of the Dominican Republic in 2015. It wasn't until this year that he reached affiliated ball, earning the nod to Single-A San Jose back on Aug. 9. Suarez is a hard-throwing reliever who gets a... Read More
Jalen Hurts Has Improved As A Passer
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has improved his accuracy as a pocket passer and with his anticipation. Over time, Hurts has gotten more mobility and fluidity in his throwing motion, a result of working smarter, not necessarily harder, in the weight room. "I think that it had kind of a cascading effect. His accuracy has... Read More