Mike Gesicki Showing Chemistry With Joe Burrow

Newly-acquired Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki has shown early chemistry in camp with quarterback Joe Burrow. Gesicki, who is 28 years old, has even racked up a few impressive one-hand catches during drills with Burrow. The seasoned tight end will be on his third team in three years after a one-year stint in New […...

Marvin Mims Jr. Flashing Big Play Ability In Camp

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. had a hot-and-cold practice on Saturday but showed off his explosive play prowess nonetheless. During the early portion of practice, Jarrett Stidham placed a beautiful ball just out of reach of the fingertips of Mims, who couldn't complete the diving grab. The second-year wideout then caught a ball […...

Geno Smith: Avoids Serious Injury, Could Return Early Next Week

After missing several practices, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (knee, hip) is expected to return to practice early next week. His testing came back clean, not revealing "anything significant," and the Seahawks can breathe a collective sigh of relief. The 33-year-old gives Seattle's offense its best chance of success, which accounts for his loaded wide […...

Greg Joseph Leads Packers' Kickers Early In Camp

Green Bay Packers kicker Greg Joseph has been outperforming returning starter Anders Carlson thus far in camp. Joseph is connecting on kicks at a 94% clip (29-of-31), including 7-for-7 at Thursday's practice, while Carlson has hit just 81% of his total attempts (25-of-31). This is a significant development as the Packers ranked 12th last season […...

D'Onta Foreman Out Of Hospital, Back With Team

Cleveland Browns running back D'Onta Foreman (neck) returned to the team on Friday. On Thursday, Foreman was airlifted to a hospital in Roanoke, Virginia, after suffering a neck/head injury in practice. He took a direct blow to the head during a special teams drill and was immobilized, though he never actually lost any feeling in […...

Jake Haener Set For Procedure Monday

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener was diagnosed with a rare form of skin cancer on his facial area and is scheduled to have a procedure performed Monday to address the issue. Reports say Haener should be expected back on the field for practice on Wednesday following the regularly scheduled off day for the Saints […...

Isiah Pacheco Set To Fill Three-Down Role

When Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid was asked by reporters who would fill the void of the 3rd-down running back role left by Jerick McKinnon, he praised Isiah Pacheco and his readiness to take on the responsibility. "He's ready to be able to do all that. He's good with the protections, he's good […...

Geno Smith Will Undergo Imaging

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (knee, hip) missed his second straight practice Thursday after getting "banged up a little bit" at practice this past Tuesday. He came up favoring his leg after having a defensive teammate collide with him during non-contact drills. Smith is set for imaging on Thursday evening to assess the severity of […...

Justice Hill Viewed As A Starter, “Going To Play A Lot”

When asked about running back Justice Hill, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh referred to him as a "high-value running back." It's apparent that Hill has solidified his role as the RB2 in Baltimore's backfield. “he’s a high-caliber running back, I think he's going to play a lot,” said Harbaugh. However, with Derrick Henry in front […...

Kyle Shanahan Has No Update On Brandon Aiyuk's Hold-In

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reported that Saturday brought no news on the team's star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's current hold-in. Shanahan also stated there was no update on Trent Williams' holdout. Aiyuk requested a trade earlier this month and is lobbying his team for a new deal. He reported to training camp […...

Russell Wilson Misses Third Straight Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (calf) was sidelined for the third straight day Friday as a calf strain still hampers him. While Wilson did not participate, he was seen working with the wideouts post-practice. This is an encouraging sign for him, and the Steelers are likely just playing it safe with their new signal caller. […...

Garrett Wilson, Connection With Aaron Rodgers Thriving

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson's chemistry with quarterback Aaron Rodgers has already been evident during the early days of training camp. Rodgers acknowledged that Wilson still has some minor details to work through but praised the third-year wideout for his athleticism. "He's just so dynamic because he can go from zero to full […...

DJ Chark Operating With Chargers First-Team Offense

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver DJ Chark has been operating with the first team's offense during training camp. The Los Angeles Chargers have 320 vacated targets heading into the 2024 season, and this receiver room is ripe for the taking. Joshua Palmer and Quentin Johnston are the primary returning wideouts for quarterback Justin Herbert, and […...

Michael Badgley Out For Season, Lions Work Out Matt Ammendola, Others

With the news that Detroit Lions kicker Michael Badgley (hamstring) had suffered a significant season-ending hamstring injury, the Lions worked out a horde of potential replacements. During the workout, Detroit tried out Matt Ammendola, Lucas Havrisic, Matthew McCrane, and Andre Szmyt. Badgley didn't start for Detroit until Week 15 of the 2023 season, but he […...

Chase Brown Gets First-Team Work

Since the beginning of the Cincinnati Bengals training camp, Chase Brown has taken the majority of reps as the starting running back with the first-team offense. If Brown is indeed the preferred option to lead Zac Taylor's offense, fantasy managers are not drafting him high enough. The former Illinois product is currently the RB37 (No. […...

Jordan Love, Packers Agree To Four-Year Extension

The Green Bay Packers have officially decided to lock up quarterback Jordan Love long-term. Love and the Packers agreed to a new deal Friday evening, culminating in a four-year extension worth $220 million, including a $75 million signing bonus and $155 million guaranteed. The second-year starter will now be a part of the Packers for […...

Will Levis Looks "Really Impressive" In Camp

Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan reported that quarterback Will Levis has been "really impressive" through their first two days of camp. "I think his hard work this offseason and over the summer has really paid off. He's incredibly confident right now. And he's earned that confidence. ... He's dialed in. He has studied." Levis […...

Justin Fields Has Big Plays, Inconsistencies At Steelers Camp

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields was surprised early Thursday morning to learn that he would take all the reps with the first-team offense on the first day of Steelers' training camp. Mike Tomlin decided to hold Russell Wilson out for the time being with a sore calf muscle. "I decided to sit (Wilson) down today […...

Deshaun Watson's Preseason Participation Unclear

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski addressed the media Thursday on their first day of training camp, breaking the news that he was unsure whether or not starting quarterback Deshaun Watson (shoulder) would appear in any of the team's three preseason games. Watson, who had shoulder surgery during the offseason to tend to the scapular […...

Special Season Incoming For J.K. Dobbins?

Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (Achilles) told reporters Thursday that he is one of the league's best running backs when healthy. "Ya'll know how much yards I averaged per carry,” said Dobbins. The former Baltimore Raven has averaged 5.8 yards per carry since entering the league in 2020 -- the highest of any […...

Five Risky Fantasy Football Running Back Buys To Gamble On In 2024 Dynasty Leagues

Over the past few seasons, there has been quite a changing of the guard in fantasy football. There once was a time when you could lock up your fantasy championship by garnering the most impressive stable of running backs in your league. For many years, the elite running backs -- and even the not-so-elite -- […...

Five Expensive Dynasty Fantasy Football Buys Worth Paying Up For - 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

It can be easy to talk yourself out of acquiring certain players in dynasty formats. You may start with the intention of trying to make a move and add a game-changing asset to your squad, but then begin worrying about that player's future. It can be challenging to talk yourself into a roster piece long-term. […...

Should I Drop Sam Howell in Dynasty Fantasy Football? 2024 Dynasty Outlook

When Eric Bieniemy took over as the Washington Commanders offensive coordinator in 2023, many had high hopes he could turn around a team that ranked 20th and 24th in total yards and points per game in 2022, respectively. This did not come to fruition as the Commanders took a step back in both categories. Despite […...

Michael Pittman Jr. vs. Nico Collins - Who Should I Draft in 2024 Fantasy Football?

The AFC South is primed to be one of the more exciting divisions to watch for years to come. With the emergence of C.J. Stroud in 2023 and the tantalizing upside of Anthony Richardson, there will surely be fiercely competitive games between the two. For these quarterbacks to thrive, they must rely on their top […...

Five Risky Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Buys To Gamble On In 2024 Dynasty Leagues

The wide receiver position has quickly become a favorite of mine to scout and take gambles on. They're a ton of fun to predict and project, and I love to load up on them in fantasy football drafts -- particularly in dynasty formats. In recent seasons, I have regularly employed a "zero" or "hero-RB" strategy […...

Five Fantasy Football Players You Must Have in 2024 Dynasty Startup Drafts

Dynasty has quickly become my favorite format and is easily my preferred way to play fantasy football. When you partake in a startup draft, you are locked into your team for the long haul, strapped into the roller coaster of ups and downs that your particular roster construction is fated for. Dynasty is a bit […...

Is Patrick Mahomes A Top-Three Quarterback In 2024 Fantasy Football?

For many years in fantasy football drafts, the "late-round" quarterback strategy was a tried and true blueprint when constructing fantasy rosters -- form an edge with your skill positions and worry about scooping up a quarterback later. In recent seasons, we've seen a significant rise in QB ADP because the elite options provide much more […...

Fantasy Football No. 2 Wide Receivers to Target in 2024 Drafts

As fantasy managers, we're inclined to seek out and target the presumed No. 1 pass catcher of an offense in our drafts. Opportunity and volume should be the first boxes checked off when assessing and analyzing a player's worth for our teams. Sure, we all want the top guy on any given team to give […...

Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Candidates You Must Have in 2024 - Fantasy Football Sleepers

The term "sleeper" gets thrown around a lot these days in fantasy circles. Aside from being a popular fantasy gaming app, a sleeper in fantasy football is a player currently undervalued at their draft price -- particularly with the expectation they will vastly outplay their ADP. While these targets are typically a late-round choice, sleepers […...

Patrick Mahomes vs. Lamar Jackson - Who Should I Draft in 2024 Fantasy Football?

2023 marked the second time since 2017 that no offense averaged more than 29 points per game in the NFL. Scoring was down again for a second consecutive season league-wide, and no offense was safe from the regression -- not even Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Widely considered a consensus top-three fantasy quarterback […...