Dansby Swanson Returns Thursday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (head) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after being hit in the head by a pitch on Tuesday and sitting out on Wednesday. He is starting at shortstop and batting eighth against Diamondbacks starter Zack Greinke. Swanson had been pretty hot before his injury, but he's a weak […]

Riley McCarron Joins Active Roster

New England Patriots wide receiver Riley McCarron was placed on the active roster from the practice squad on Thursday, according to a source. In a corresponding move, second-round cornerback Duke Dawson (hamstring) was placed on Injured Reserve. McCarron could see some playing time right away with Julian Edelman suspended to start the year and the […]

Ryan Zimmerman Not Playing Thursday

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. Zimm is probably just receiving a rest day. Mark Reynolds will start at first base and is batting sixth against Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks. Reynolds is hitting .800 in just five career at-bats against Hendricks. It's a small sample size, but […]

Michael Brantley Has Day Off Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. It looks like he's just receiving the day off. Outfielder Brandon Guyer will receive the start in left field and is batting ninth against Blue Jays starter Sam Gaviglio. Guyer is batting just .202/.290/.362 with six homers and 23 RBI on the […]

Kyle Schwarber Not In Lineup Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday. He came up gimpy in the game on Wednesday, but he's day-to-day and could be back on Friday. Kris Bryant is in left field and is hitting fifth against Nationals starter Stephen Strasburg. Bryant is a must-start when he's in the […]

Dak Prescott Not Worried About Next Deal

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said he's not worrying about a potential payday if he has a big year in 2018. He's entering his third season and is set to make $630,000, which makes him one of the lowest paid starting quarterbacks in the league. The Cowboys cannot approach Prescott about a contract extension until […]

Browns Claim Anthony Zettel Off Waivers

The Cleveland Browns claimed defensive end Anthony Zettel off waivers from the Lions on Thursday, according to a source. Zettel was a surprising cut by the Lions after he had 6.5 sacks and a fumble recovery in a full season with Detroit in 2017. However, he wasn't a good scheme fit for the new defense.

Joey Bosa May Not Play In Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn hinted that defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) might not play in Week 1 against the Chiefs. "It’s possible that he might not be with us. ... Foot injuries, they take on all the body weight. That can be tricky," Lynn said. Bosa is an elite IDP player, but […]

Patriots Sign Stephen Anderson

The New England Patriots signed free-agent tight end Stephen Anderson on Thursday. Anderson was recently cut by the Texans last weekend, and the Patriots curiously play Houston in Week 1. New England already has Rob Gronkowski, Dwayne Allen and Jacob Hollister on roster, so Anderson is unlikely to see much playing time unless an injury […]

Jermaine Kearse Takes Part In Positional Drills

New York Jets wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (abdomen), who has been sidelined the last two weeks with an abdominal injury, took part in positional drills in practice on Thursday. It's a good sign for Kearse, but he was officially listed as did not practice. It's unlikely that he'll be able to play in Week 1 […]

Jalen Ramsey Added To Injury Report

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (ankle) was added to the injury report on Thursday with ankle soreness. This injury won't keep Ramsey from suiting up in Week 1 against the Giants. He'll be locked in a battle with elite receiver Odell Beckham Jr. That matchup will be must-watch football.

Panthers Sign Connor Cook To Practice Squad

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent quarterback Connor Cook to the practice squad on Thursday and released defensive tackle Kendrick Norton from the practice squad in a corresponding move. The team also reached an injury settlement with defensive tackle Jeremiah Sirles, and he has been released from the Injured Reserve. Taylor Heinicke remains the backup to […]

Sam Bradford Says Knee Feels Good

Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback Sam Bradford said his oft-injured left knee is healthy and feels "as good as it has felt in a long time." "From a physical standpoint, I think he's great," head coach Steve Wilks said. "I think the knee is strong. He's at a good place right now, and he had a […]

Cameron Meredith's Role Unclear

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith's role heading into Week 1 against the Buccaneers is unclear, especially since the team kept slot man Austin Carr around. Meredith has been a full participant in practice this week while recovering from a knee injury that kept him out all of last year. Meredith might have his […]

Mackensie Alexander Returns To Practice

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. It's a good sign that Alexander will have a chance to suit up in Week 1 against the 49ers. When healthy, Alexander will typically be the slot cornerback, with Xavier Rhodes and Trae Waynes on the edges.

Albert Wilson Has High Hopes For Offense

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson is very optimistic about the offense in 2018. “I think we’re gonna be amazing,” Wilson said. “We’re gonna shock a lot of people. We’re gonna stretch the field and get the ball in a lot of different people’s hands and watch them make plays.” Miami finished 28th in scoring […]

Zach Brown Should Be Ready For Week 1

Washington Redskins linebacker Zach Brown (oblique) practiced for the first time in more than a week on Wednesday and should be ready to play in Week 1 against the Cardinals. Brown is a top-10 IDP option at his position after recording 100-plus tackles each of the last two seasons with Buffalo and Washington. Start him […]

Texans Work Out Akeem Hunt, Charles Sims

The Houston Texans worked out free-agent running backs Akeem Hunt and Charles Sims on Thursday. Houston is noticeably lacking for running back depth behind Lamar Miller, with Alfred Blue the main backup. Tyler Ervin and rookie Gregory Howell round out the group. Sims was cut by the Buccaneers last weekend and Hunt had just eight […]

Vikes Won't Say If Dalvin Cook Will Be On Pitch Count

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo was coy on whether running back Dalvin Cook will be on a pitch count in Week 1 against the 49ers. "We’re not sure yet. We’re going to see how it goes. There’s nothing that hasn’t told us that he can’t carry the load. If there’s something that during the […]

Marlon Mack Returns To Practice

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) returned to practice on Thursday for the first time since early August. However, he still figures to be a long shot to play in Week 1 against the Bengals. Mack should be avoided this weekend, even if he somehow suits up. It's expected to be rookie Jordan Wilkins […]

Anthony Castonzo Optimistic About Playing In Week 1

Indianapolis Colts left tackle Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) is optimistic that he will play in Week 1 against the Bengals. He said his hamstring felt good in practice on Wednesday and that he'll push himself some more on Thursday. Castonzo could still be listed as questionable for this weekend, but he's trending in the right direction. […]

Eric Berry Still Out Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs safety Eric Berry (heel) remained out of practice on Thursday. It doesn't look like Berry will be able to play in Week 1 against the Chargers, which is really bad news for an already thin KC secondary. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers could easily pick apart this secondary in the season opener at […]

No Practice For Olivier Vernon

New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice on Thursday, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. It's not looking good that Vernon will suit up for Week 1 against the Jaguars. That's really bad news for the Giants defense as a whole, but it's great news for Jags quarterback Blake Bortles. Vernon […]

DeAndre Washington Unlikely To Be Active

Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington (knee) is unlikely to be active or see much playing time in Week 1 against the Rams on Monday. He is the fourth running back behind Marshawn Lynch, Doug Martin and Jalen Richard. Washington is recovering from a knee scope late in training camp and did not practice on […]

Cordy Glenn Says He'll Play In Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Cordy Glenn (shoulder) was limited in practice with a shoulder injury on Wednesday, but he said he's fine and will play in Week 1 against the Colts. Glenn is tasked with keeping quarterback Andy Dalton clean, and he should be able to suit up.

Mark Andrews To See Increased Playing Time

Baltimore Ravens rookie tight end Mark Andrews should see increased playing time in Week 1 against the Bills with fellow rookie Hayden Hurst (foot) ruled out. Andrews is the second best pass-catching tight end on the team behind Hurst, and he'll have deep sleeper appeal in DFS games. Wide receiver Willie Snead could see some […]

Rex Burkhead To Be Eased In

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) has been cleared to play in Week 1 against the Texans, but he's expected to be eased into the mix with an acclimation process that needs to take place. Rookie Sony Michel (knee) will be questionable for the season opener, so it's possible the Pats lean more […]

Daryl Williams Practicing Again Thursday

Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams (knee) is practicing again on Thursday. Williams is recovering quickly from a torn MCL and dislocated kneecap, but it's unrealistic for him to be ready for Week 1 against the Cowboys. Carolina's offensive line will be a weakness for them as long as Williams isn't playing.

Jack Conklin Could Return Around Week 4

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) is expected to return around Week 4. Conklin was limited in practice on Wednesday but just recently came off the Physically Unable to Perform list. Conklin is one of the best right tackles in the NFL, so the sooner Tennessee gets him back, the better.

Terrell Edmunds Expected To Start In Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie strong safety Terrell Edmunds is expected to start in Week 1 against the Browns, which would be the second straight year that their first-round pick will start in a season opener.