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Brandon Allen Has Adequate Showing In Preseason Win
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Brandon Allen threw for 130 yards off 11-for-15 passing during the preseason victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Allen played most of the first half on Saturday night before handing the keys over to Jake Browning, who completed 19 of his 24 passes for 173 yards and a touchdown, connecting with tight […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJake Browning Finishes As The Top Signal-Caller On Saturday
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning tossed 173 yards off 19-for-24 passing during the preseason win over the Los Angeles Rams. He also threw a touchdown, connecting with tight end Justin Rigg late in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Browning finished as the top signal-caller on the night. However, despite his efficient preseason, he […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoEddy Pineiro Visiting Panthers
Free-agent kicker Eddy Pineiro will make a stop in Carolina for a visit. After Zane Gonzalez (groin) was carted off the field during the preseason matchup against Buffalo, there's a realistic chance he won't play this year. As a result, the team has some big shoes to fill heading into the regular season. Pineiro, who […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTreylon Burks Solid After Returning On Saturday Night
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks (wrist) returned to Saturday's preseason matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. The rookie suffered a wrist injury in the first quarter but eventually shed his questionable tag to make his way back to the field. Overall, it was a solid showing from Burks, as he finished with a team-high three […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoRoquan Smith Doesn't Play On Saturday Night
Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith (undisclosed) didn't play during the preseason finale versus the Cleveland Browns. Head coach Matt Eberflus indicated earlier in the week that the starters would log roughly 25-30 plays on Saturday night. However, according to general manager Ryan Poles, Smith experienced "tightness," although he didn't elaborate further. The 25-year-old recently returned […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMid-Round Running Back Draft Values for Fantasy Football
Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone wants to draft high-upside players that can provide a great return on value. You can afford to take some risks on a variety of different players, including forgotten veterans, players returning from injuries, or even skilled players with potential playing time concerns. It's essential to have […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSam Darnold Carted Off The Field On Friday Night
Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (ankle) suffered a severe left ankle during the preseason matchup versus the Buffalo Bills on Friday night. Even worse, he exited the field on a cart. Baker Mayfield was named the team's starting signal-caller heading into Week 1. However, after Carolina lost rookie Matt Corral (foot) for the year, losing […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMarquez Valdes-Scantling In Concussion Protocol
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (concussion) didn't play during Thursday's preseason finale versus the Green Bay Packers. The 27-year-old is currently in concussion protocol. While the details regarding how he ended up in this position are vague, it may not keep him off the field for Week 1. After Valdes-Scantling suited up for […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoChiefs Waive Derrick Gore
The Chiefs waived running back Derrick Gore (thumb) with an injury settlement on Thursday. The 27-year-old fractured his thumb during a preseason matchup versus Washington and was subsequently placed on the injured reserve list. Assuming he clears waivers and enters free agency, there's a chance he could rejoin the roster once healthy. Gore, who had […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJohn Wolford Questionable Against Bengals
Los Angeles Rams quarterback John Wolford (finger) is questionable for Saturday's preseason matchup against Cincinnati. According to head coach Sean McVay, the 26-year-old ripped the fingernail off his thumb and was having trouble gripping a football. Wolford, who currently owns the No. 2 spot on the depth chart behind Matthew Stafford, may not see the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMatt Bushman Injures Shoulder On Thursday
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Matt Bushman (shoulder) left Thursday's preseason matchup against the Green Bay Packers. The 26-year-old was on a roll before the injury, catching three balls for 73 yards and two touchdowns. Bushman, who is currently buried on the depth chart, isn't a lock to make the regular season roster. However, after […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTrent McDuffie Lands In Concussion Protocol
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (concussion) was injured during Thursday's preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. The 21-year-old hit his head early in the contest and was evaluated for a head injury, eventually landing in concussion protocol. McDuffie was selected in the first round, No. 21 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft and […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJimmie Ward Expected To Miss At Least Four Games
San Francisco 49ers defensive back Jimmie Ward (hamstring) is expected to land on short-term injured reserve, according to general manager John Lynch. The 31-year-old has played his entire eight-year career with the Niners, accumulating 401 total tackles (303 solo), 39 passes defensed, six forced fumbles, four interceptions, and three sacks. He is anticipated to miss […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoNets Considering Adding Tristan Thompson
Free-agent center Tristan Thompson is on the Nets' radar. The veteran has played for four teams after his nine-year tenure with the Cavs came to an end. Through his career, he's averaged 9.0 boards, 8.4 rebounds. Nevertheless, if Thompson signs with Brooklyn, he isn't expected to receive much work. However, considering Nicolas Claxton has battled […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoChris Silva Signs With Atlanta
Free-agent forward Chris Silva has signed with the Hawks, with the terms of the deal remaining undisclosed. It is an Exhibit 10 contract, so he'll be competing for a roster spot throughout training camp. The 25-year-old went undrafted in 2019. Since then, he's made a total of 69 professional appearances, suiting up for the Heat, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTalen Horton-Tucker Heading To Utah
Utah has acquired guard Talen Horton-Tucker from the Lakers in exchange for defensive specialist Patrick Beverley. The 21-year-old, who inked a three-year, $32 million deal in August 2021, has averaged 9.3 points, 2.8 assists, and 2.6 rebounds throughout his 131 games in L.A. However, after failing to meet expectations, Horton-Tucker will now have a chance […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDonovan Mitchell Prefers Deal To Heat, Knicks, Or Nets
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has reportedly expressed his desire to play for the Knicks, Heat, or Nets if he were to be traded. The Nets recently made amends with Kevin Durant, and with Ben Simmons unable to be on the same roster as Mitchell due to the designated rookie extension rule, a move to […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoBrooklyn Expressing Interest In Markieff Morris
Free-agent forward Markieff Morris is drawing interest from the Nets. The 32-year-old has had a lengthy career, suiting up for six different teams along the way and averaging 10.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. While his best days are probably behind him, he could earn some minutes in Brooklyn this season, giving him streaming […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJoe Wieskamp Staying In San Antonio
Guard/forward Joe Wieskamp is staying in San Antonio, agreeing to a two-year, $4.4 million deal. The 22-year-old had a run in the G League last season. He also appeared in 29 games for the Spurs, averaging 2.1 points in 7.1 minutes. Wieskamp's fantasy outlook isn't bright heading into the regular season. However, with the Spurs […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPatrick Beverley Traded To The Lakers
Utah has traded guard Patrick Beverley to the Lakers in exchange for guard Talen Horton-Tucker. The 34-year-old is coming off a quality season, averaging 9.2 points, 4.6 assists, and 1.2 steals throughout 58 games with the Timberwolves. He was traded to the Jazz during the offseason in the deal that sent Rudy Gobert to Minnesota. […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoChet Holmgren To Miss The 2022-23 Season
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (foot) will not play this season. The No. 2 overall pick injured his foot attempting to block a dunk by LeBron James during a Seattle Pro-Am contest. There was optimism that he would be good to go for his inaugural year. However, further testing revealed a Lisfranc injury, so […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoNets Not Targeting Dwight Howard
Free-agent center Dwight Howard was reportedly drawing interest from Brooklyn. However, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, that isn't the case. The future Hall of Fame big man has certainly had a remarkable career. Since being drafted in 2004, he's played for seven different teams. He last suited up for the Lakers, his third stint […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTim Boyle Will Start In Preseason Finale
Detroit Lions quarterback Tim Boyle will start during the preseason finale against the Steelers. Jared Goff is the starter this season, which is not a surprise. However, Boyle and David Blough will continue to battle for the right to be the No. 2 option on the depth chart. The 27-year-old has had a decent preseason, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJets May Wait To Decide Zach Wilson's Week 1 Status
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (knee) has an "outside chance" to be ready for Week 1. However, head coach Robert Saleh may wait until the week of the season opener before deciding if Wilson will be under center versus the Baltimore Ravens. The sophomore recently had surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus suffered […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAaron Donald Swings His Helmet At Joint Practice
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald was recorded swinging a helmet during a joint practice quarrel with the Cincinnati Bengals. Multiple punches were thrown during the incident on Thursday, with Donald eventually being knocked to the ground and restrained. Browns defensive end Myles Garrett received a six-game suspension for the same act toward Steelers […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKenny Pickett Still Has A Chance To Start In Week 1
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett appears to have a chance to start in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals. While it was assumed that Mitch Trubisky would be the top signal-caller heading into the regular season, the rookie has made a strong case for himself. Pickett, who was drafted in the first round of the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoLamar Jackson Won't Play Against Commanders
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson won't play during the team's final preseason game against the Washington Commanders. The 25-year-old has suited up for preseason action in the past. However, head coach John Harbaugh reported Jackson's absence was "part of how the team has organized the rotation." Nevertheless, despite not seeing any exhibition reps ahead of […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSaquon Barkley Eager To Prove His Skeptics Wrong
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is eager to prove his critics wrong this season. "People are really counting me out. People are trying to write me off," said Barkley during a podcast interview. "But now I have that extra motivation, the extra motivation to push me to go out there and kinda just […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDenzel Mims Formally Requests A Trade
New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims has requested a trade. Mims' agent, Ron Slavin, released a statement, stating his client "has been given no opportunities to work with the starting offense." The 24-year-old was selected in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Throughout his two seasons with the club, he hasn't been […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMid-Round Quarterback Draft Values for Fantasy Football
Once you reach the middle rounds of drafts, everyone wants to draft high-upside players that can provide a great return on value. You can afford to take some risks on a variety of different players, including forgotten veterans, players returning from injuries, or even skilled players with potential playing time concerns. It's essential to have […]
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