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Is Michael Thomas Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas hasn't played a full season since his 2019 campaign -- when he broke the single-season record for receptions (149). He played in seven games in 2022, no games in 2021, and just three games in 2023. Needless to say, time is running out for the now 30-year-old wideout […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoJames Washington Signing With Saints
Former Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys wide receiver James Washington is signing with the New Orleans Saints on a one-year deal. The Oklahoma State alumni played in just two games last season with Dallas thanks to a preseason foot injury but did catch any passes. In 60 games with the Steelers, he hauled in 114 […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoTyjae Spears Says He's Fully Healthy
Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears had plenty of question marks during the pre-draft process about his knee injuries, but he has been a full participant in rookie mini-camp and said "I was out there. I did everything. So, I feel perfectly fine. Nothing wrong with me. I'm healthy." The Tulane product has no ACL […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoMarcus Peters Visiting Raiders
Former Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Rams, and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters is visiting the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday, marking his first free agent visit of the offseason. The 30-year-old missed the entire 2021 season with a torn ACL, but played in 13 games in 2022, recording 47 total tackles, one interception, and […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoKendre Miller Not Expected To Miss Training Camp
New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen said he doesn't expect rookie running back Kendre Miller (knee) to miss any of training camp in the second half of July. Allen didn't clarify when Miller could get back on the field, but it's a good sign he isn't slated to miss any of the all-important training […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago2023 NFL Draft Dynasty Winners for Fantasy Football
Dynasty fantasy football managers always hold their collective breaths when the NFL Draft rolls around, and the 2023 draft cycle was no different. Skill players can see major hits in dynasty value if their teams spend early capital on a player at their position. On the flip side, a player who was rumored to be […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago2023 NFL Draft Dynasty Losers for Fantasy Football
Every draft cycle can tank the value of NFL veterans and young fantasy darlings alike in dynasty fantasy football leagues, and the 2023 NFL Draft was no different. Whether a team drafted their QB of the future, added competition for touches at running back, or took a wide receiver who is likely to completely overtake […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoFantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Pitchers - Updates for Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer, Luis Severino, Andres Munoz, Nick Lodolo
The MLB has never seen a more impressive group of pitchers at one time around the league, so many have become fantasy baseball studs. 2023 is no different, but the flurry of injuries at the position is always a factor. Today, we'll look at injured pitchers, including Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer, Luis Severino, Andres Munoz, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoIs Miles Sanders A Borderline Fantasy RB1 In PPR Formats? Fantasy Football Outlook
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders had plenty of ups and downs through his first four NFL seasons, but he'll get a fresh start with the Carolina Panthers in 2023. Coming off a career year, Sanders signed a four-year, $25.4 million contract with Carolina, making him the 12th highest-paid running back based on average […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoHendon Hooker NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Quarterback Outlook
Former University of Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker had a lengthy journey to become a top quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. He started his career at Virginia Tech, delivering mixed results, but became a collegiate superstar in the SEC under head coach Josh Heupel. By the end of his college career, Hooker was the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoWill the Lions Redshirt Hendon Hooker in 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Detroit Lions selected Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker in the early third round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Jared Goff has played well enough to keep his starting role, but Hooker could have a chance to be the quarterback of the future if things go his way. That said, there's no guarantee he'll be given […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoChiefs View Rashee Rice As JuJu-Smith-Schuster Replacement
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice will be tasked with helping replace JuJu Smith-Schuster, who departed to join the New England Patriots this offseason. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said "We did lose JuJu..... it makes sense to find a guy who can do a lot of things (JuJu) can do on the inside. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoBuccaneers Not In A Hurry To Name Starting QB
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales said the team is in no rush to name a starting quarterback for the 2023 NFL season. The competition is open between the 25-year-old Kyle Trask and 28-year-old former No. 1 overall pick Baker Mayfield. Trask has yet to start an NFL game and has thrown just nine […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoRavens Hope To Use Lamar Jackson Less In Rushing Game
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken was asked if quarterback Lamar Jackson could see his rushing usage come down in 2023. "The more talented you are around your quarterback, the less he has to take on that burden," Monken said. "As Lamar gets older, you want to take some of that (rushing) off the player, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoLions GM Expects Sam LaPorta To Produce Early
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes said to "expect a pretty early impact" from rookie second-round tight end Sam LaPorta. The Iowa alumni caught 58 passes for 657 yards and one touchdown in his senior season and became the second tight end selected in the 2023 NFL Draft. Holmes spoke about LaPorta's versatility in the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoAre the Giants and Saquon Barkley Close to a Long-Term Deal? Fantasy Football Outlook
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is coming off his best season since 2018 and was franchise-tagged after five seasons with the G-Men. Barkley played in 16 games this season, rushing 295 times for 1,312 yards, and ten rushing touchdowns. He added 57 receptions for 338 yards but did not score through the air. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoIs Van Jefferson Healthy Or Injured? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson hasn't had the most prolific start to his NFL career since entering the league in 2022, but he was largely affected by injuries last season and didn't play a single game where he and Matthew Stafford were healthy. Time is running out for Jefferson to fully break out […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoFantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Hitters - Updates for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kyle Schwarber, Aaron Judge, J.D. Martinez
The 2023 MLB season has already seen flurries of injuries, and more often than not, they'll continue to pile up. Fantasy baseball is all about playing the long game, so staying up to date with the latest injury updates and waiver wire adds is key to competing for a championship. Let's take a look at […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoIs Roschon Johnson, Khalil Herbert, or D'Onta Foreman the Bears RB1? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Chicago Bears are expected to be a run-first team once again in 2023, so there could be plenty of fantasy value for at least one of its running backs. Of course, Justin Fields will take up plenty of the rush share, but a running back will emerge as the lead receiver out of the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoTitans Could Still Add To Wide Reciever Room
The Tennessee Titans entered the 2023 NFL Draft with a weak group of wide receivers but did not select a wideout until the seventh round -- UT-Martin's Colton Dowell. First-year general manager Ran Carthon said the team didn't feel the need to reach on a wide receiver and there are other ways to add to […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoChris Rodriguez Jr. Could Be Involved In Washington's Backfield
Former University of Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. was selected in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders, but the team reportedly had a third-round grade on him. That said, he could have a chance to see touches alongside Antonio Gibson and Brian Robinson Jr. in his rookie campaign. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoIs Isiah Pacheco Healthy Or Injured? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco impressed in his rookie season for the Super Bowl champs, especially considering he was a seventh-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The Rutgers alumni became a starter by midseason, even before Clyde Edwards-Helaire was injured. However, the 24-year-old speedster played banged-up for much of the year and […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoWill Nick Foles Retire This Offseason? Fantasy Football Outlook
NFL quarterback Nick Foles has had stops with the Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Rams, Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, Chicago Bears, and most recently, the Indianapolis Colts. His career has been a roller coaster with peaks and valleys, but ultimately, he's been a success story after being selected in the third round of the 2012 […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoThe Hot Seat: Five NFL Head Coaches With Their Jobs On The Line in 2023
After every football season, there is turnover among NFL head coaches. Especially in today's game, coaches are expected to win early, so even coaches who became the head man of a franchise just a short time ago could be on the chopping block ahead of the 2023 campaign. Whether a coach underperforms with a loaded […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoJalin Hyatt NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Outlook
University of Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt was a controversial prospect among fantasy and "real life" football analysts ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. He is the reigning Biletnikoff Award winner -- the Nation's most outstanding wide receiver -- but there were concerns raised about Tennessee's unique offense featuring lightning-fast tempo and wide splits. That […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoIs Kadarius Toney, Skyy Moore, or Rashee Rice the Chiefs WR1? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off a Super Bowl victory, but the wide receiver position can be considered one of its weaknesses after the departure of Tyreek Hill after the 2021 season and JuJu Smith-Schuster this offseason. Travis Kelce is the clear target hog for Patrick Mahomes, but there are no other established NFL […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoTre Flowers Joins Falcons Cornerback Room
Former Cincinnati Bengals and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Flowers is set to join the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year deal. The 27-year-old corner brings much-needed depth to the Falcons' cornerback room. Rising star AJ Terrell and former No. 3 overall pick Jeff Okudah are slated to be the starting cornerbacks in the base defense for […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoRoschon Johnson Could Earn Starting Role Early
Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson was selected in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. His draft capital means he's not guaranteed to have a significant role in his rookie season, but he'll only have former sixth-round pick Khalil Herbert and 27-year-old journeyman running back D'Onta Foreman to compete with. Bears writer for […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoNFL Draft Recap: New York Jets: 2023 NFL Draft Outlook
On April 24, the New York Jets finally pulled off the blockbuster trade to acquire four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Just three days later, the 2023 NFL Draft began, and the Jets looked to add a few more pieces to its roster to gear up for a Super Bowl run. While New York didn't add […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years agoNFL Draft Recap: New York Giants: 2023 NFL Draft Outlook
The New York Giants are coming off the franchise's first playoff win since 2011 and with Daniel Jones locked in as the quarterback of the future, it added offensive line and wide receiver reinforcements for 2023. The G-Men got great value with each of its first three selections and are one of the biggest draft […]
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