Nelson Cruz Launches 32nd Home Run On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 1-for-5 with a solo home run during Friday's 4-3 win over the New York Yankees. In the top of the first inning, the 41-year-old blasted a solo shot off Nestor Cortes to give the Rays an early lead 1-0. It was his 32nd long ball of the […]

Jonathan Taylor Limited In Thursday's Practice

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. He was added to the injury report Wednesday with a knee issue. The 22-year-old isn't in jeopardy of missing Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins. Fantasy managers should monitor Friday's injury report as he's now logged back-to-back limited practices. Nyheim Hines […]

Dalvin Cook Remains Limited Thursday

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (ankle) remained limited in Thursday's practice. Last week, he didn't practice and was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. The Vikings star running back has now logged back-to-back limited practices. Cook is trending in the right direction and will look to be a full participant […]

Rashaad Penny Remains Sidelined Thursday

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (calf) missed practice on Thursday. Since injuring his calf in Week 1's win over the Indianapolis Colts, he has been unable to participate in practice. According to head coach Pete Carroll, Penny is progressing, and his calf is close to 100 percent. The Seahawks are expected to play it […]

Collin Johnson Could Have Expanded Role In Week 4

New York Giants wide receiver Collin Johnson could have an expanded role in Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Giants WRs Sterling Shepard (hamstring) and Darius Slayton (hamstring) have been unable to practice this week, putting their status in serious jeopardy for Week 4. Johnson caught 5-of-7 targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 17-14 […]

Darrell Henderson Jr. Limited Again Thursday

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson Jr. (ribs) logged a limited practice Thursday. He has now logged back-to-back limited practices after missing Week 3's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a rib cartilage injury. According to head coach Sean McVay, the hope is that the 24-year-old RB can return this week. Fantasy managers […]

Wander Franco Unable To Extend On-Base Streak

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco went 0-for-4 in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Houston Astros, ending his on-base streak at 43 games. The 20-year-old actually reached base three times, twice through fielder choice's plays, but only an HBP or walk counts for streak purposes. At first, he was called safe at a play at […]

Ryan Yarbrough Tagged With The Loss Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (9-7) allowed three earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out three across 4 2/3 innings during Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Houston Astros. He was tagged with his seventh loss of the season. The southpaw's biggest mistake was surrendering a three-run blast to Astros shortstop […]

Brandon Lowe Homers Again On Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk during Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Houston Astros. He put the Rays on the board with a two-run blast in the sixth inning to reduce the team's deficit 3-2. The 27-year-old has now homered in back-to-back games and leads […]

Jesus Sanchez Exits Thursday's Game Early

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez (hamstring) exited Thursday's game against the New York Mets with right hamstring tightness. He went 1-for-2 before being removed in the bottom of the third inning during Thursday's game. The severity of Sanchez's injury is unknown at this time, and he's considered day-to-day. Bryan De La Cruz replaced him in […]

LaMonte Wade Jr. Absent From Thursday's Lineup

San Francisco Giants' first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (knee) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He injured his knee making a diving play in the outfield in Wednesday's contest. The 27-year-old's injury isn't believed to be severe and is considered day-to-day. His next chance to return will be Friday […]

Yu Darvish Lands On The 10-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish (hip) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hip impingement. The Padres optioned Ryan Weathers to Triple-A El Paso, reinstated Craig Stammen from the IL, and recalled Shaun Anderson in corresponding moves. He allowed two earned runs on five hits and four walks while striking out […]

Pablo Lopez Could Start Sunday Vs. The Phillies

Miami Marlins pitcher Pablo Lopez (shoulder) could start Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. According to manager Don Mattingly, the Marlins are looking to start Lopez on Sunday. He most likely was on a pitch count for the season finale after a successful two-inning rehab appearance last Thursday. The 25-year-old has been sidelined since mid-July […]

Nick Westbrook-Ikhine Could See An Increased Role In Week 4

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine could see an increased role in Sunday's game against the New York Jets. A.J. Brown (hamstring) and Julio Jones (leg) did not practice on Thursday and are considered questionable for Week 4. Westbrook-Ikhinele led the Titans in receiving last Sunday's over the Indianapolis Colts, hauling in all four of […]

Randy Bullock A Solid Streaming Option In Week 4

Tennessee Titans kicker Randy Bullock is 5-for-6 on field-goal attempts and has 20 points on the season. Titans kicker Sam Ficken (groin) remains on the short-term injured reserve, so that Bullock will remain the starter for at least Sunday's game against the Jets. The Titans should put up points on the scoreboard against the Jets […]

Tyler Lockett Dealing With Hip Injury

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (hip) was limited in Wednesday's practice session with a hip injury. He left Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings with an apparent leg injury and did not return. According to the Seahawks injury report on Wednesday, Lockett is dealing with a hip injury. The 29-year-old is expected to be […]

Titans Defense A Popular Streamer In Week 4

The Tennessee Titans defense gets a juicy matchup against the New York Jets, who the Denver Broncos just shut out in Week 3. The Jets have allowed 15 sacks, and rookie quarterback Zach Wilson has tossed seven interceptions over three games in 2021. The Titans defense hasn't set the world on fire; Tennessee has allowed 28 […]

Ryan Tannehill Could Be Without His Top Targets Vs. The Jets

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill is a solid play in Week 4 but could be without his top two wide receivers in Sunday's matchup against the New York Jets. A.J. Brown (hamstring) and Julio Jones (lower leg) are currently dealing with injuries, and both could miss Sunday's game. The 33-year-old has had mixed results this […]

Derrick Henry An Elite Option Vs. The Jets

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry will look to continue his strong season in Sunday's matchup against the New York Jets. He has rushed for 353 yards on 80 attempts and three touchdowns while catching 12 passes for 105 yards over three games in 2021. The Jets are 18th in DVOA against the rush and […]

DeAndre Hopkins Misses Wednesday's Practice

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (ribs) sat out Wednesday's practice with a rib injury. He didn't practice last week but suited up for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Hopkins logged 61-of-66 snaps in Week 3 while dealing with the rib injury. The 29-year-old has missed only two games over his nine-year career and […]

Drew Rasmussen Finishes The Season Strong

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen (4-1) allowed one hit and no walks while striking out two over five scoreless innings during Wednesday's 7-0 victory over the Houston Astros. The Rays right-hander was impressive once again and picked up his fourth win of the season. He cruised through five innings and didn't allow a base […]

Ji-Man Choi Blasts Three-Run Shot Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays' first baseman Ji-Man Choi went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk in Wednesday's 7-0 win over the Astros. He blasted a three-run shot to right-center field off Peter Solomon to break the game wide open and give the Rays a 6-0 lead in the fifth inning. The 30-year-old was […]

Brandon Lowe Hits 35th Home Run Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and an additional run scored during Wednesday's 7-0 win over the Houston Astros. In the second inning, he hammered a two-run shot off Astros pitcher Luis Garcia to extend the Rays lead 3-0. It was his 35th long ball of the season. […]

Giants Defense A Borderline Streaming Option In Week 4

The New York Giants defense has allowed 374.3 total offensive yards and 24.7 points per contest over the first three games of the season. Sunday's battle between the Giants and Saints has the second-lowest over/under (43.5) in Week 4. Saints quarterback Jameis Winston has been limited to 129 passing yards per game and has thrown only […]

Graham Gano Mainly A Deep-League Option In Week 4

New York Giants kicker Graham Gano is one of the most consistent kickers in the NFL and has drilled 37 straight field goals. The 34-year-old is 7-for-7 in field-goal attempts, and 3-for-3 in extra-point tries in 2021. Sunday's contest between the Giants and Saints has the second lost over/under (43.5) in Week 4. Gano is […]

Evan Engram A Deep-League Option In Week 4

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) made his 2021 season debut in Week 3 after missing the first two weeks with a calf injury. He caught two of six targets for 21 yards and lost a fumble in Sunday's 17-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Saints have been tough against opposing tight […]

Kenny Golladay Has Brutal Matchup In Week 4

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay led the team with 64 receiving yards in last Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons. He was a game-time decision Week 3 due to a hip injury, but was able to suit up and caught 4-of-5 targets for 64 yards. The 27-year-old owns 19% of the team's target […]

Saquon Barkley A Borderline RB1 In Week 4

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley found the end zone for the first time since December 29, 2019, in Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Giants continue to unleash Barkley, who has seen his snap count rise from 29 in Week 1 to 60 in Week 3. He is coming off his best […]

Daniel Jones A Low-End QB2 In Week 4

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is a low-end QB2 in Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. The Giants QB could be without two of his top targets as both wide receivers Sterling Shepard (hamstring) and Darius Slayton (hamstring) are questionable for Week 4. He's made an impact with his legs but otherwise has […]

Michael Wacha Fires Five Scoreless Innings In No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Michael Wacha allowed two walks while striking out six over five scoreless innings during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Houston Astros. He did not factor into the decision. The 30-year-old cruised through five innings and didn't allow a hit in Tuesday's no-decision. He threw 61 pitches, firing 41 for strikes. Wacha […]