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Chris Herndon Working With Second Unit
New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon has been working primarily with the second unit at camp, with Tyler Kroft and Ryan Griffin getting time with the starting offense. Herndon has been a popular breakout candidate for a few years now, but after playing in all 16 games last year and finishing with 31 catches […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoCorey Davis, Jamison Crowder, Keelan Cole Working As Starters
The New York Jets are using Corey Davis, Jamison Crowder, and Keelan Cole as their starting receivers so far in training camp, while second-year receiver Denzel Mims works with the second team. Davis and Crowder aren't surprises, but that fight to be the other receiver on the field when the Jets go with three wides […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoTexans Sign Jordan Veasy
Following Wednesday's trade that sent Randall Cobb to Green Bay, the Houston Texans have made another move at wide receiver, signing free agent Jordan Veasy. Veasy has bounced around training camps and practice squads since 2018, but has never appeared in an NFL game. It would be surprising to see that change in 2021, as […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoHenry Ruggs III Gains 13 Pounds
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III has arrived in camp weighing 13 pounds more than he did last season, seemingly in an effort to help Ruggs become a more physical receiver. Ruggs, the first receiver drafted last season, wasn't great as a rookie, catching 26 passes for 452 yards and two touchdowns. Drafted […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoJalen Richard, Theo Riddick Placed On COVID List
Las Vegas Raiders running backs Jalen Richard and Theo Riddick have been placed on the league's reserve/COVID-19 list, which will keep both out of training camp for the time being. With Kenyan Drake on the non-football injury list, the Raiders are left with just one of their top four backs at camp in Josh Jacobs. […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoKenyan Drake On Non-Football Injury List
The Las Vegas Raiders have placed running back Kenyan Drake on the non-football Injury list. It's unclear what exactly the Drake injury is, but with it still being early in camp, there's plenty of time for Drake to get healthy and return to practice. This Raiders backfield is an interesting one this season, as Josh […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoDeonte Harris Arrested In Early July For DUI
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Deonte Harris was reportedly arrested on July 16th for allegedly driving under the influence. Because DUIs usually come with a two-game suspension, Harris is now in danger of missing the start of the 2021 season for the Saints. Considering Michael Thomas will also miss the start, Harris was in line […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoDeshaun Watson Throwing In Practice
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson reported to training camp despite pending legal trouble and a trade request, and on Wednesday he saw his first work on the practice field, taking reps and throwing to receivers. Watson actually practicing with the Texans seems odd, with John McClain of the Houston Chronicle saying "it's strange seeing Watson […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoTexans Release Donte Moncrief
The Houston Texans have released wide receiver Donte Moncrief with a non-football injury designation, a move that starts to simplify Houston's crowded receiver room. Moncrief was always a long shot to make the Texans roster, as the team had a lot of young and veteran players on the roster. This move makes it easier for […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoDeshaun Watson Eligible To Participate In Team Activities
Despite being embroiled in numerous civil and criminal cases alleging sexual misconduct, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is at training camp and is currently permitted to participate in team activities. The NFL says that Watson faces "no restrictions" when it comes to his participation as the league reviews the allegations. Still, don't take this as […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoRaptors Push Rodney Hood's Guarantee Date Back
The Toronto Raptors and forward Rodney Hood have agreed to push the date for Hood's 2021-22 contract-guarantee date from Tuesday until Aug. 3. This gives the Raptors more time to decide if they want to keep Hood for next season on his $10.9 million contract. Hood struggled last season, averaging 4.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoRandall Cobb Trade Rumors Swirl
Houston Texans wide receiver Randall Cobb has been the subject of trade rumors over the past few days, with multiple reports indicating that the Green Bay Packers want to reunite him with quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Texans traded for slot receiver Anthony Miller this weekend, further fueling these rumors, and current teammate Brandin Cooks tweeted […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoKyle Shanahan Says Jimmy Garoppolo Is The Starter
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reiterated on Tuesday that the Niners don't have a quarterback competition, as veteran Jimmy Garoppolo is the team's starter. I four seasons with the Niners, Garoppolo has a 22-8 record as a starter, but he's only played in 31 games over those four seasons. Those injury concerns coupled […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoAaron Rodgers Expected To Play In Green Bay For 2021
The Green Bay Packers and quarterback Aaron Rodgers are reportedly close to an agreement that would bring Rodgers back to the Pack for the 2021 season while also clearing the way for Rodgers to leave the team for elsewhere in 2022. It's been a contentious offseason in Green Bay after Rodgers reportedly wanted out, but […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoMarlon Mack Enters Training Camp At 100 Percent
Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (Achilles tear) is reportedly entering training camp at 100 percent health, indicating that he'll be competing right away for backup running back snaps along with Nyheim Hines. Of course, Mack is dealing with the worst possible injury for a running back, so being fully recovered doesn't mean Mack will […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoTrey Sermon Should Play Early In Games
According to David Lombardi of The Athletic, the San Francisco 49ers could use their running backs in a unique way this season, with rookie Trey Sermon getting early work in games to soften the defense, with Raheem Mostert coming in later in games. Lombardi expects that Sermon could lead the team in starts at running […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoAaron Rodgers Indicates He'll Play For Packers
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has reportedly indicated to people close to him that he'll play for the Packers in 2021, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The Rodgers situation has been an issue for months, will much speculation on if Rodgers would play with Green Bay this season, play somewhere else […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoKylen Granson Could See Early Targets
Tight end is one of the most intriguing positions on the Indianapolis Colts, with Jack Doyle, Mo Alie-Cox, and rookie Kylen Granson all competing for minutes. While Doyle and Alie-Cox have both had some strong showings in the past, Granson has reportedly impressed the Colts coaching staff this offseason. Zak Keefer of The Athletic believes […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoParris Campbell Will Have Big Role If Healthy
Indianapolis Colts receiver Parris Campbell has played in just nine games over his two seasons in the NFL because of various injuries. But the former second-round pick remains the team's most exciting option for the slot, and Zak Keefer of The Athletic believes that a healthy Campbell will be "a key cog" in Indianapolis' offense […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoJacob Eason Coming To Camp In Better Shape
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason enters training camp in better shape than he was in for the 2020 season, with Zak Keefer of The Athletic reporting that Eason "converted 10 pounds of his 231-pound frame into muscle," which dropped his body fat to 5.9 percent. But being in better shape doesn't necessarily equate to better […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoJeremy McNichols Opens Camp On PUP List
Tennessee Titans running back Jeremy McNichols will open camp on the NFL's Physically Unable to Perform list for undisclosed reasons. While unlikely to be a serious issue that lingers into the regular season, the battle for the No. 2 running back role behind Derrick Henry is a interesting one at this point, with McNichols, Darrynton […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoTexans Willing To Trade Deshaun Watson
The Houston Texans have reportedly changed their stance on quarterback Deshaun Watson's trade request. Watson -- who reported to camp on Sunday -- requested a trade during the offseason, but the Texans were reluctant to engage in discussions for their star quarterback, who led the NFL in passing yards last year with 4,823, plus added […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoAnthony Miller Traded To Texans
The Houston Texans have traded for Chicago Bears wide receiver Anthony Miller, with the Texans betting on Miller to win their No. 3 receiver job heading into the 2021 season. Houston has Brandin Cooks and Randall Cobb already, but there have been big questions about the other receiver slot, with rookie Nico Collins and veterans […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoCan Darrell Henderson Fill the RB Void in L.A.?
On Tuesday, news broke that Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers would miss the 2021 season after tearing his Achilles. You never want to see a guy get hurt, but you especially never want to see a guy suffer this particular injury, especially a running back. The position doesn't have a great track record […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoJosh Jacobs Enters 2021 With Lowered Fantasy Value
Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs has rushed for at least 1,000 yards in each of his NFL seasons, but the addition of Kenyan Drake and the lack of receiving upside for Jacobs has his fantasy value lower than it's been in past seasons. Last season, Jacobs had 273 carries plus 45 targets. Both […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoDarren Waller Has A Chance To Be The Overall TE1
Despite what seems like an unassailable grip on the overall TE1 spot in fantasy football for Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller has to be on the short list of players who could overtake Kelce by the end of the 2021 season. Waller has exploded over the past two […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoPhillip Lindsay A Potential Fantasy Steal
After three seasons in Denver, running back Phillip Lindsay joined the Houston Texans this offseason. While he's coming off of his worst NFL season, with just 502 yards and one rushing touchdown in 11 games, Lindsay is still a potential fantasy steal heading into the 2021 season. Houston has a lot of faces in their […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoJohn Brown Should Be Part Of Raiders Attack
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver John Brown played just nine games in Buffalo last season due to injury, but he still caught 33 passes for 458 yards and three touchdowns with 50.9 yards per game, the third-highest mark of his career. Now, he'll look to make an impact in Vegas, where he'll compete for targets […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoDaily Fantasy NASCAR DFS Driver Rankings: Foxwoods Resort Casino 301
Let's get ready for some more NASCAR action! These daily fantasy NASCAR rankings for Sunday's Foxwoods Resort Casino 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway were determined by a combination of DraftKings and FanDuel prices, and the projected DFS points each driver is expected to earn in this week’s race. Each week, we'll present you the weekly […]
Justin Carter 3 years agoChris Conley Among Veteran Receivers Who Could Earn Snaps
While the Houston Texans know that Brandin Cooks will be starting at outside receiver and one of Randall Cobb or Keke Coutee will get slot snaps, the competition for the other outside receiver role is a huge toss-up heading into camp. Rookie Nico Collins might be the long-term solution, but after not playing last season, […]
Justin Carter 3 years ago