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Christian Yelich Slumping Through September
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich has had a rough season overall by his lofty standards. He showed some glimpses of turning things around throughout August, hitting seven home runs in the month, but September has been a different story. Yelich is slashing .232/.398/.391 with just three home runs and two doubles in September. In addition […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoJosh Bell Back In The Lineup On Thursday
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Josh Bell is back in the starting lineup on Thursday after getting the day off on Wednesday. He's hitting cleanup in Thursday's game against Alec Mills and the Chicago Cubs. Bell is slashing .221/.296/.354 with seven home runs, 19 RBI and 19 runs over 53 games this year. He's been extremely […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoIan Happ Dealing With An Ankle Injury, Sitting On Thursday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ (ankle) is reportedly dealing with an ankle injury that will cause him to miss Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Happ tweaked his ankle during Wednesday's game. He should be considered day-to-day at this point. Anthony Rizzo is hitting leadoff in Thursday's game with Cameron Maybin covering center field. Happ […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoChristian Kirk Sitting Out Practice Again On Thursday
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin) is sitting out practice once again on Thursday as he continues to deal with a groin injury. He's currently listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions, but he may move to doubtful if he's unable to get in even a limited practice on Friday. If […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoAlex Gordon To Retire After Season
Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon announced on Thursday that he will retire from the MLB after the 2020 season. The 36-year-old Gordon spent the entirety of his 14-year career with the Royals. Through 46 games this year, Gordon is slashing .211/.298/.316 with four home runs, 11 RBI and 15 runs. His career-best statistical season […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years ago49ers Defense A Great Starting Option In Week 3
The San Francisco 49ers Defense should be in position to have a solid fantasy output in Week 3 despite losing star defensive end Nick Bosa (knee) for the season. The 49ers have a plethora of injuries on offense, and that will likely lead to a defensive battle in Week 3 against the New York Giants. Giants […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoJordan Reed Is Start-Worthy If George Kittle Remains Out
San Francisco 49ers tight end Jordan Reed was the focal point of the team's passing game in Week 2. Reed caught a team-high seven passes on eight targets for 50 yards and two touchdowns. The team's No. 1 tight end George Kittle (knee) returned to practice on a limited basis this week and is currently […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoBrandon Aiyuk Shouldn't Be Trusted As Week 3 Starter
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk caught two of his three targets for 21 yards in his NFL debut in Week 2. This week, Aiyuk could find himself catching passes from backup quarterback Nick Mullens if the team's starter Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) is unable to go. Garoppolo is currently questionable for the game. Kendrick […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoGeorge Kittle Worth Starting If He Plays In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (knee) has returned to practice on a limited basis and is currently questionable for Week 3 against the New York Giants. The 49ers are currently ravaged with injuries. Starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) is questionable for Week 3 and backup Nick Mullens could be in line to make […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoKendrick Bourne Should Be Avoided In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Kendrick Bourne caught four of his five targets for 67 yards in Week 2. He led the team in receiving yards and was the most-targeted wide receiver on the team in the game. In Week 3, he looks to be in a tough spot as the team's starting quarterback Jimmy […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoJaMycal Hasty Not A Viable Fantasy Starter In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers rookie running back JaMycal Hasty is expected to make his NFL debut in Week 3 against the New York Giants. He's likely to serve as the team's No. 3 running back in the game behind Jerick McKinnon and Jeff Wilson Jr. with Raheem Mostert (knee) doubtful and Tevin Coleman (knee) out for […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoJeff Wilson Jr. A Potential Deep League Play In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. had just two carries for three yards in Week 2. However, in Week 3, he should see his role increased heavily with Raheem Mostert (knee) doubtful and Tevin Coleman (knee) out for the game. Jerick McKinnon will be the team's starting running back in the game, but […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoStart Jerick McKinnon As A Low-End RB2 In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers running back Jerick McKinnon is the last man standing in the team's backfield with Raheem Mostert (knee) doubtful and Tevin Coleman (knee) out for Week 3 against the New York Giants. McKinnon will be the team's lead running back in the game with Jeff Wilson Jr. and JaMycal Hasty as backups. McKinnon […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoNick Mullens Not A Fantasy Option If He Starts In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Nick Mullens could make his first start of the year in Week 3 against the New York Giants if starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) is unable to go. Garoppolo suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 2 against the New York Jets and Mullens came in for the second half […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoJimmy Garoppolo A Risky Starter If He Goes In Week 3
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) is currently questionable for Week 3 against the New York Giants. However, he seems to be trending more towards doubtful as he has continued to sit out practice through Wednesday. Backup quarterback Nick Mullens could be in line to make his first start of the year if Garoppolo […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoCardinals Defense Could Deliver In Week 3
The Cardinals Defense had a strong showing in Week 2 against the Washington Football Team. They held Washington to just three points in the opening three quarters of the game. Unfortunately, a pair of fourth quarter Washington touchdowns skewed the picture a bit. This week, the Cardinals face the Detroit Lions, who should have star […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoDan Arnold Not A Viable Starting Option In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals tight end Dan Arnold has been the team's primary pass-catching tight end so far this year, but his work has still been extremely limited. Through two games, he has caught four of his six targets for 47 yards. The Cardinals have an extremely favorable matchup against the Detroit Lions in Week 3. We […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoAndy Isabella Is A Risky Week 3 Dart Throw
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andy Isabella flashed his big-play potential in Week 2, catching a 54-yard reception, the longest play from scrimmage on the day for the team. He caught both of his targets for 67 yards in Week 2. This week, Isabella will look to build on his Week 2 success against a struggling […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoLarry Fitzgerald Is A PPR Start In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald has caught 11 of his 12 targets for 84 yards through two games this year. He's averaging just 7.6 yards per reception as he's exclusively been used through short-yardage slot routes. His longest gain on the year is 12 yards. The Cardinals have a favorable matchup against the Detroit […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoChristian Kirk Is A Risky WR3 In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin) sat out Wednesday's practice and is currently questionable for Week 3 against the Detroit Lions. If he plays, he's a risky starting option due to his slow start to the year. He's caught just three of his nine targets for 57 yards through two games. Kirk has some […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoDeAndre Hopkins Should Keep Rolling In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is off to a phenomenal start to his Cardinals career. Through two games, he's caught 22 of his 25 targets for 219 yards and a touchdown. This week, the Cardinals face the Detroit Lions in a game where they should be able to throw the ball at will. Expect […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoChase Edmonds Is A Desperation Play In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds has been the team's only running back to see the field this year apart from starter Kenyan Drake. He's played in 35% of the team's offensive snaps, while Drake has played in 68%. Edmonds has been targeted nine times in the passing game, while Drake has been targeted four […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoKenyan Drake Primed For Big Outing In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake should have a big game in store for Week 3 as the team takes on the Detroit Lions. Last week, Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones rushed for 168 yards on 18 carries (9.3 yards per carry) while adding 68 receiving yards against the Lions. He scored a […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoKyler Murray Should Flourish Against Lions In Week 3
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has a fantastic Week 3 matchup against the Detroit Lions. Last week, the Lions surrendered 42 points to the Green Bay Packers. The week before that, Mitchell Trubisky tore the Lions' defense apart in a dominant, 21-point fourth quarter. Expect to see Murray rack up a ton of yards both […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoAdalberto Mondesi Scores Three Runs On Wednesday
Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk and three runs scored in the Royals' 12-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. While Mondesi struggled at the start of the season, he's had a bit of a resurgence in September. He's slashing .263/.317/.487 this month, with four home […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoDanny Duffy Earns His Fourth Win On Wednesday
Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy had a strong outing against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Duffy pitched 5 2/3 innings and allowed six hits, one walk and one earned run while striking out five. He earned a win for his efforts and will close the 2020 season with a 4-4 record, 4.66 ERA […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoFranchy Cordero Homers Twice In His Return
Kansas City Royals outfielder Franchy Cordero (wrist) made his return from the injured list in style on Wednesday. Cordero went 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI in the game. Cordero was on the 45-day injured list after having surgery on the hamate bone in his wrist in early August. His playing time was […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoSalvador Perez Clubs Two Home Runs On Wednesday
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez helped lead a 12-3 onslaught of the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Perez went 3-for-5 with two home runs, a double and five RBI in the game. Perez has been scorching hot since returning from the Injured List on September 11. He's slashing .447/.458/.957 with six home runs, six […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoN'Keal Harry (WR, NE) - Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 26% of Leagues ANALYSIS: New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry reeled in eight of his 12 targets for 72 yards in Week 2 against the Seattle Seahawks. It was the most productive game in the young career of the 2019 1st round pick and could be […]
Andrew Ericksen 4 years agoDamien Harris (RB, NE) - Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED: 26% of Leagues ANALYSIS: There's been no standout New England Patriots running back through two weeks of the season and that makes second-year back Damien Harris (hand) a tremendous waiver wire add ahead of Week 3. Harris suffered a hand injury in training camp and was placed […]
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