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C.J. Gardner-Johnson Expected To Miss "A Day Or Two"
Detroit Lions Safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was carted off the field on Monday after a scary non-contact knee injury, but his MRI showed no structural damage. Lions head coach Dan Campbell said the 25-year-old defensive back is expected to be out for just a day or two and the injury doesn't appear to be anything serious. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Devin White Reporting To Training Camp
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White is reporting to training camp on Tuesday, despite requesting a trade earlier this offseason. The 2019 first-round pick has accumulated 483 tackles, 20.5 sacks, and one interception in his four-year career in Tampa Bay, earning one All-Pro and one Pro Bowl honor. His trade request apparently did not materialize […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Tyquan Thornton, JuJu Smith Schuster Ready To Go For Training Camp
New England Patriots wide receivers Tyquan Thornton (soft-tissue) and JuJu-Smith Schuster (knee) have been at Gillette Stadium for the last four days and are expected to take part in training camp right away. Both wideouts missed extended time in the spring, so it's a positive development for their fantasy football outlooks and the Patriots' passing […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Michael Thomas A Full-Go For Training Camp
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is expected to be a full participant in the team's opening practice of training camp on Wednesday. The former All-Pro wideout has missed 40 games over the last three NFL seasons with multiple lower-body ailments, so it's a great sign to see him healthy this early in the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Chase Claypool Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool was acquired by the team from the Pittsburgh Steelers just before the last season's trade deadline, but the young skill player failed to make a fantasy football impact due to injuries and pure ineffectiveness. Claypool flashed big-time upside as a rookie but has been quiet in his NFL career […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Saquon Barkley Agrees To One-Year Deal With Giants
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley has been in the headlines all offseason after being outwardly upset with the team's decision to franchise tag him. At last, the two sides agreed to a one-year, $11 million deal that includes a $2 million signing bonus. The Pro Bowl running back would have been paid $10.09 […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Bengals Re-Sign Mitchell Wilcox, Place Him On PUP List
Bengals tight end Mitchell Wilcox (undisclosed) was without a team for most of this offseason, but the team re-signed him on Monday to an undisclosed deal and immediately placed him on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Wilcox caught 20 passes for 155 yards and one touchdown over the last two seasons after joining […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
C.J. Gardner-Johnson Has No Structural Damage
Updating from a previous post, Detroit Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson's MRI revealed he did not suffer any structural damage to his knee. The 25-year-old defensive back suffered a non-contact knee injury in practice on Monday and was carted off the field, but is now considered "day-to-day". This is great news and a sigh of relief […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Zay Flowers Has Played All Three WR Positions This Offseason
Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Zay Flowers was selected with the No. 22 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, meaning the team clearly expects him to be involved right away. In an interview on The Lounge podcast, Flowers said he has been playing all three wide receiver positions this offseason. "That's what I want. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Jerome Ford Impressed As Pass Protector And Receiver In Spring
Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford is expected to be Nick Chubb's backup after the team moved on from Kareem Hunt this offseason. Chubb is one of the best pure rushers in the NFL, so an adequate passing-down back is an ideal player to back him up in 2023. "(We) feel really good about Jerome […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Anthony Richardson Agrees To Rookie Deal With Colts
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson was the last 2023 first-round offensive player to sign his rookie deal, but the two sides agreed to terms on Monday. Richardson will get a four-year, $33.99 million deal that includes a $21.72 million signing bonus. He will be paid 100% of the signing bonus up front. Now that his […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Kadarius Toney Expected To Be Ready for Week 1
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney aggravated a knee injury while fielding a punt on Sunday and is expected to miss time during training camp. Toney underwent a cleanup procedure on his knee this offseason but finds himself back in the injury headlines. However, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Toney should at least be […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
C.J. Stroud Agrees To Rookie Deal
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud reached an agreement with the organization on his rookie contract on Monday, just days before training camp. Stroud agreed to terms on a fully-guaranteed four-year deal worth $36.3 million overall with a $23.38 million signing bonus -- which he gets all of upfront. The No. 2 overall pick looks to beat […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Kadarius Toney Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney has intriguing upside in 2023 as a contender to be Patrick Mahomes' No. 2 option in the passing game behind Travis Kelce. However, the former Florida Gator has a concerning injury history in just two seasons as a pro. The defending Super Bowl champions began training camp Monday, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Nyheim Hines Out For The Season? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Buffalo Bills running back Nyheim Hines was traded from the Indianapolis Colts just before the trade deadline last season. The speedy back didn't contribute much on offense, but he had an unforgettable performance in Week 18 -- scoring two kick return touchdowns in the win over the New England Patriots. With Devin Singletary out of […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Best Ball Sleepers for Fantasy Football - Draft Targets for QB, RB, WR, TE
The 2022 fantasy football season saw plenty of sleepers pay off and high draft capital players bust, but that's always part of the game. Fantasy football addicts who are reading this article are sure to be drafting teams for 2023 or are just looking ahead, so it's time to dive into the top best ball […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Melvin Gordon A Good Fit For The Ravens? Fantasy Football Outlook
Veteran running back Melvin Gordon is set to join the Baltimore Ravens for the 2023 NFL season. The former Pro Bowler is well beyond the running back age apex at 30 years old, but the Ravens clearly believe he might have some juice left in his career. His best days are almost definitely behind him, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Melvin Gordon Heading To Baltimore
Veteran running back Melvin Gordon reached an agreement on a one-year deal worth up to $3.1 million with the Baltimore Ravens on Friday. The 30-year-old running back played in 10 games for the Denver Broncos last season, rushing 90 times for 318 yards (3.5 YPC) and two touchdowns and catching 25 passes for 223 yards. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Denzel Mims A Good Fit For The Lions? Fantasy Football Outlook
The New York Jets agreed to trade former second-round pick Denzel Mims to the Detroit Lions. The 25-year-old wideout was never productive for New York, so he gets a change of scenery on an ascending Lions' offense. While it's easy to write him off after three quiet years in the NFL, there could be targets […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Leonard Fournette A Good Fit For The Patriots? Fantasy Football Outlook
Free agent running back Leonard Fournette worked out for the New England Patriots on Wednesday, meaning there could be real interest between the two sides. Fournette visited the Patriots last offseason before inking a new deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fournette is coming off arguably the worst seasons of his career, but he would […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Framber Valdez, Kevin Gausman, Max Fried, Nestor Cortes, Jon Gray, more
In the first week after the MLB All-Star break, injury headlines continue to pile up. This week's list of injured pitchers has no shortage of star power, so fantasy managers should be sure to stay informed. Let's take a look at the top injured pitchers including Framber Valdez, Kevin Gausman, Max Fried, Nestor Cortes, Jon […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Dawuane Smoot To Visit Ravens
Free-agent defensive end Dawuane Smoot (Achilles) is set to visit with the Baltimore Ravens next week. Smoot, who suffered a torn Achilles last season, is preparing to get back on the field soon. The 28-year-old posted 22.5 sacks over the last four seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars and could be a productive depth piece for […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Chase Brown Locking In On Receiving Skills
Cincinnati Bengals rookie running back Chase Brown was a high-end pure rusher at the University of Illinois, but he caught just 58 passes in five collegiate seasons and knows he needs to improve in that area. "We're a pass-first offense. I have to make sure I'm locked in on pass protection. Being physical at the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Leonard Fournette Working Out For Patriots Wednesday
Free-agent running back Leonard Fournette is working out for the New England Patriots on Wednesday. The veteran ball-carrier visited New England last offseason before signing a new deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, so there is likely mutual interest between the two sides. Fournette's best days as a runner are likely behind him, as he […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Denzel Mims To Be Released
New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims will be released by the team soon if no trade partner can be found. The 25-year-old was a second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft and has totaled just 42 receptions for 676 yards and no touchdowns in three seasons as a pro. With Garrett Wilson, Allen Lazard, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Skyy Moore The Chiefs Top Slot Option? Where Should I Draft Moore For Fantasy Football?
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Skyy Moore didn't have a productive rookie season, but not every wideout is a star right away, so he still has plenty of fantasy football intrigue heading into his sophomore campaign. Being tied to Patrick Mahomes won't hurt his case, and the departure of JuJu Smith-Schuster leaves plenty of targets […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Tank Bigsby "Fits Everything" Jaguars Are Looking For
Jacksonville Jaguars running backs coach Bernie Parmalee said rookie running back Tank Bigsby is the type of back the Jaguars were looking to add this offseason, and he's lived up to the billing thus far. "This is the type of back we wanted to bring to the table," said Parmalee. "And he fits everything that […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Tony Pollard Expected To Play On Franchise Tag
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard is reportedly willing to play the 2023 NFL season on the franchise tag signed back in March, so there will be no drama or risk of a holdout leading up to Week 1. Pollard broke out last season with an expanded role, rushing for 1,007 yards and nine touchdowns […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Gardner Minshew or Anthony Richardson the Colts’ Week 1 Starter? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Indianapolis Colts have had a different Week 1 starting quarterback in each season since 2016, and 2023 will be no different. The team drafted Anthony Richardson to be its franchise quarterback, but veteran Gardner Minshew could get the starting nod early on while he develops. In two-QB and superflex formats, both signal-callers are worth […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Will Adam Thielen Have A Significant Role In The Panthers Offense? Fantasy Football Outlook
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen had an excellent career with the Minnesota Vikings and will now be tasked with helping 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young get acclimated to the NFL. The 32-year-old wide receiver may be past his prime, but he should have a chance to lead the team in targets. However, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago