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Joe Mixon Hoping To Turn Things Around In Week 1
Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon is coming off a subpar 2022-23 campaign. The former Oklahoma Sooner ran for 1,205 yards and totaled 16 touchdowns in 2021. However, he regressed statistically last season, gaining only 814 rushing yards while finding the end zone nine times. Mixon took a pay cut during the offseason to remain […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoTee Higgins Looking For Strong Start To The Season
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins didn't get the contract extension he sought during the offseason. As a result, he should have plenty of motivation to produce throughout the 2023-24 campaign. The 24-year-old is coming off consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, doing so despite the presence of Ja'Marr Chase and Tyler Boyd. Although Chase is the top […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJa'Marr Chase Looking For A Strong Showing Against Cleveland
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase will begin his quest to become the league's top wideout on Sunday versus the AFC North rival Browns. The 2021 No. 5 overall pick has been potent for fantasy managers since entering the NFL, amassing 168 catches for 2,501 yards and 22 touchdowns. Those numbers would have undoubtedly been […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoQadree Ollison Added To Steelers' Practice Squad
Free-agent running back Qadree Ollison is joining the Steelers' practice squad. The 26-year-old has appeared in 19 games throughout his career. However, after amassing four touchdowns as a rookie, he hasn't been nearly as productive ever since. Ollison, who was recently cut by the Jacksonville Jaguars, poses no threat to earn significant playing time this […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoChris Jones Not Looking To Be Highest-Paid Defensive Option
According to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones isn't looking to earn more than Aaron Donald, who is making north of $31 million per year with the Rams. It's been reported that the Chiefs have offered the veteran $74 million ($70 million guaranteed) over the next three years. However, […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoNick Bosa May Not Get New Contract Before Opener
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the 49ers and defensive end Nick Bosa may not agree on a new contract before the team's Week 1 opener in Pittsburgh. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year has been a force to be reckoned with since entering the league in 2019, totaling 156 tackles and 43 sacks in […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoBrian Burns, Panthers Not Close On New Contract
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Panthers and linebacker Brian Burns are "not at all close" on an extension. The 28-year-old finished the 2022-23 campaign by logging 12.5 sacks, increasing his total to 38 since being a first-round draft pick in 2019. Luckily, Burns is expected to suit up this season despite coming off ankle […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoBuffalo Signs Shane Buechele To Practice Squad
The Bills added quarterback Shane Buechele to the practice squad. The 25-year-old, who threw for 349 yards and three touchdowns during the preseason, spent the last two seasons in Kansas City after going undrafted in 2021. However, he didn't appear in any regular season contests. Buechele likely won't see the field in Buffalo anytime soon, […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoDemetric Felton Jr. Joins Bengals' Practice Squad
The Bengals signed running back Demetric Felton Jr. to the practice squad. The 25-year-old, drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, appeared in 24 games for the Browns. He had just eight carries for 20 yards during his time in Cleveland. However, Felton was slightly more productive as a pass-catcher, amassing 20 […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoKawhi Leonard Expected To Be 100% By Training Camp
According to Clippers head coach Ty Lue, forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is expected to be 100% by training camp. While Lue shared the same update earlier in the month, many still have their doubts, considering Leonard's constant knee injuries over the years. But there's no denying that the 32-year-old is an MVP-caliber performer when healthy, […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoAustin Reaves Drops Team-High 15 Points On Monday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves scored a team-high 15 points in Team USA's win over Greece on Monday. He added six assists, five rebounds, and two steals. The 25-year-old, who signed a four-year, $54 million extension with LA this offseason, has played well throughout the FIBA World Cup. Reaves' fantasy appeal was already high […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoAnthony Edwards Struggles Shooting Against Greece
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards scored 13 points for Team USA in the win over Greece. While Edwards and Jalen Brunson tied for the most points out of the starting lineup, the former struggled shooting by going 4-for-11 from the field. That said, the 22-year-old is still as potent as ever. He averaged 24.6 points […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJalen Brunson Scores 13 Points In FIBA Win
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 13 points for Team USA during the win over Greece on Monday. Brunson was perfect shooting the ball, going 5-for-5 from the field and 2-for-2 from the charity stripe while adding three rebounds and two assists. The 26-year-old, who averaged a career-high 24.0 points, 6.2 assists, and 41.6% […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoMarquise Goodwin Returning To Practice
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (illness) was removed from the NFI list and will begin practicing with the team. The 32-year-old had a promising start to the offseason. However, he began to experience discomfort in his legs and shortness of breath before he was eventually diagnosed with blood clots. The 2013 third-round pick appeared […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoBrowns Release Jordan Wilkins
The Browns released running back Jordan Wilkins on Sunday. The 29-year-old signed with the Browns only a few weeks ago, so his tenure in Cleveland was short-lived. Wilkins, best known for his time with the Colts, has appeared in 54 games during his career, rushing for 1,009 yards and four touchdowns off 209 carries. He […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoDenzel Ward Uncertain For Week 1
According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (head) remains in concussion protocol. The veteran suffered the injury during Saturday's preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs. Ward has appeared in 66 games since entering the league, all with the Browns, amassing 239 total tackles and 13 interceptions. He's also a two-time […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJakeem Grant Sr. Lands On Injured Reserve
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jakeem Grant Sr. (knee) landed on the injured reserve list on Sunday and will miss the 2023-24 campaign. The 30-year-old, who also missed all last season with an Achilles injury, suffered a ruptured patellar tendon during the preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. Although he wasn't expected to […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoBills Part Ways With Jace Sternberger
The Buffalo Bills waived tight end Jace Sternberger on Sunday. The Packers drafted the 27-year-old in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. However, he appeared in only 18 games in Green Bay, catching 12 balls for 114 yards and a touchdown. Since then, he made brief stops in Seattle, Washington, and Pittsburgh before […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJake Luton Waived By Carolina
The Panthers waived quarterback Jake Luton on Saturday. The 2020 sixth-round pick has appeared in only three regular season games throughout his career, all with the Jaguars, before trying to earn a spot with the Seahawks, Dolphins, and Saints through the years. Luton went 8-for-19 for 115 yards, one touchdown, and one interception this preseason. […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoChase Browns Leads Bengals' Backfield In Preseason Finale
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown ran for 39 yards off 11 carries during the loss to the Washington Commanders on Saturday night. He added two catches for negative yardage. Chris Evans (undisclosed), who didn't suit up for this one, is rumored to see third-down work this season. However, it appears Brown should at least […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJake Browning Throws A Touchdown On Saturday Night
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning finished Saturday's preseason loss to the Commanders by throwing for 42 yards. He also completed all six of his passing attempts, and, unlike Trevor Siemian, he threw a touchdown, finding Andrei Iosivas with a seven-yard throw near the end of the first quarter. The 27-year-old entered training camp as the […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoTrevor Siemian Throws For 133 Yards In Preseason Finale
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Trevor Siemian finished Saturday's preseason meeting against the Washington Commanders by throwing for 133 yards. While Reid Sinnett and Jake Browning each tossed a touchdown in this one, Siemian couldn't get anything going, and it showed, as he threw an interception and completed only 60.7% of his attempts. The 2015 seventh-round pick […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoTeams Believe Colts Won't Trade Jonathan Taylor
According to NFL insider Jeremy Fowler, speaking on an episode of SportsCenter on Saturday, many around the league don't feel the Colts will trade Jonathan Taylor, especially considering what the team is looking for in return. The All-Pro was once one of the NFL's most potent fantasy running backs. However, he's battled injuries and hasn't […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJohn Lynch Believes Nick Bosa Will Be Signed By Week 1
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch believes defensive end Nick Bosa will be signed by Week 1. The All-Pro is entering the final year of his rookie contract. However, as expected, he hasn't been with the team, as he continues to hold out in search of a lucrative contract. Bosa has been a powerhouse […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoTrevis Gipson To Seek Trade
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Chicago Bears defensive end Trevis Gipson has been granted permission to seek a trade. Gipson, drafted in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft, recorded a career-high seven sacks in 2021. However, he had only three last season. With the Bears bringing in Yannick Ngakoue during the offseason, Gipson […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoJakeem Grant Sr. Injured On Saturday
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jakeem Grant Sr. (knee) exited Saturday's preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs. The 30-year-old, who missed all last season with an Achilles injury, suffered a knee injury in this one. Even worse, he was taken off the field on a cart, which isn't a promising sign. Grant isn't expected to […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoPaolo Banchero Scores Game-High 21 Points In FIBA Win
Team USA center Paolo Banchero scored a game-high 21 points during the FIBA win over New Zealand. The 20-year-old looked good in this one, going 8-for-10 from the field and 2-for-2 from deep while adding four blocks. Banchero, the 2023 NBA Rookie of the Year, is coming off a potent inaugural season, finishing with averages […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoAnthony Edwards Scores 14 Points In FIBA Opener
Team USA guard Anthony Edwards played relatively well during Saturday's FIBA win over New Zealand. The 22-year-old, who head coach Steve Kerr recently referred to as "the guy," scored 14 points, finishing behind only Paulo Banchero, who had a game-high 21 points. Edwards did have five turnovers and missed all of his three attempts from […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoFranz Wagner Avoids Serious Injury
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is day-to-day. The 2021 No. 8 overall pick, suiting up for Germany in the FIBA World Cup, tweaked his ankle during Friday's win over Japan. While an MRI ruled out a serious injury, it's unknown if he'll be on the floor for the meeting against Australia on Sunday. That […]
Dennis Clausen 1 year agoP.J. Washington Finally Gets New Contract
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, restricted free-agent forward/center P.J. Washington agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract to remain in Charlotte. The 25-year-old finished last season by averaging a career-high 15.7 points along with 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.1 blocks in 73 games. He has emerged as one of the Hornets' most reliable producers, […]
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