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Broncos To Waive Corey Brown
The Denver Broncos plan to waive wide receiver Corey Brown with an injury settlement, according to a source. Brown was brought in for receiver depth, but he didn't last very long. He has 79 career receptions in three seasons with the Panthers but hasn't played since 2016. You can completely ignore the 26-year-old.
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoPaxton Lynch Demoted To Third On Depth Chart
Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch has been moved from the backup role to No. 3 on the depth chart behind Case Keenum and Chad Kelly after his uneven performance in the first preseason game. "(Lynch) is upset, he didn't like it, he wants to know why and he's got to play better," head coach Vance […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoKyle Lauletta Closing Gap On Davis Webb For Backup Role
New York Giants rookie quarterback Kyle Lauletta is closing the gap on Davis Webb for the backup job after Webb had his worst performance as a professional in the preseason game against the Browns last Thursday. Lauletta has impressed with the poise he's showed in the pocket. Both backups worked with the first-team offense on […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoChristian Hackenberg A Long Shot To Make Team
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Christian Hackenberg is a long shot to make the 53-man roster. The best-case scenario is that he spends the year on the practice squad and competes for a backup role in 2019. The former second-round pick of the Jets has been a bust in the NFL and hasn't even taken a snap […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoKamar Aiken, Markus Wheaton, Shelton Gibson On The Bubble
Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers Kamar Aiken, Markus Wheaton and Shelton Gibson are all on the roster bubble in training camp. Aiken has been seeing first-team repetitions and started in the preseason opener. He's been doing a good job of getting open, as his 26 targets are the fourth most on the team. However, he's only […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoWendell Smallwood Has Helped His Chances
Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood has really helped his roster standing in training camp. He has not missed a practice but also leads the team in catches among the running backs. His 26 carries are second to Jay Ajayi. Head coach Doug Pederson also mentioned that Smallwood is a key special teams player. His […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoTyler Eifert Will Be Babied
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis doesn't expect tight end Tyler Eifert to be on the field for too many snaps this year. When asked about the challenges of having Eifert on a snap count this year, Lewis said, "Well I hope he never gets 50." Eifert has proven he can be a touchdown beast […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoQuincy Enunwa Returns To Practice
New York Jets wide receiver Quincy Enunwa (thumb) was in pads over the weekend. A neck injury sidelined Enunwa for all of last season, but he was the team's top receiver in 2016 and could return to a prominent role alongside Robby Anderson if he can stay healthy in 2018. Don't expect him to match […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCorey Grant Growing Into Bigger Role
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Corey Grant has been featured so far in the preseason and his speed has impressed since he arrived as an undrafted free agent in 2015. Grant had 122 yards in the Week 17 finale in 2016. His role has expanded on special teams, and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett is likely to […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDede Westbrook May Earn Starting Role
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook might be playing his way into a starting role going into his second season. Westbrook finished the year off strong in his rookie season but came into training camp having to battle for significant playing time in a loaded receiver room. A day has rarely gone by in camp […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCameron Meredith Dealing With Ailment
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith is dealing with an undisclosed injury that doesn't appear to be related to his surgically-repaired knee. The good news is that it's not related to the knee injury that kept him out all of last season. The bad news is he's sidelined in training camp and losing valuable […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDerek Carr In Command Of Offense
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr looks to be in real command of new head coach John Gruden's offense in training camp. He has been vocal before the snap and at the line of scrimmage and is directing traffic to a degree that he hasn't before. It all sounds great, but we want to see this […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMichael Fulmer Successful In First Rehab Outing
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (oblique) threw two perfect innings and struck out four in his first rehab start for Single-A Lakeland on Monday. It's a good start for the first of likely a handful of rehab outings for Fulmer as he tries to return from an oblique injury. He could be back by […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAngels Call Up Taylor Ward
The Los Angeles Angels called up third baseman Taylor Ward from Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday. Infielder Jose Fernandez was optioned to Salt Lake and outfielder Chris Young was moved to the 60-day disabled list in corresponding moves. Ward is the team's No. 8 prospect and was hitting a combined .349 with 14 home runs, […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrian McCann To Start Rehab Assignment Thursday
Houston Astros catcher Brian McCann (knee) will start his rehab assignment with Triple-A Fresno on Thursday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. McCann has been out since June 30 but has hit only .206 with five home runs and 17 RBI in 2018, making him really only usable in two-catcher or NL-only leagues. Martin Maldonado and […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCC Sabathia Has Knee Drained
New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia (knee) received an injection in his knee and had the knee drained on Monday after landing on the disabled list. “I feel good. The swelling is out,” Sabathia said. “It’s probably only going to be one start. ... I’m just trying to listen to my body and listen […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAlex Wood Activated From DL, Starting Tuesday
The Los Angeles Dodgers activated starting pitcher Alex Wood (hip, groin) from the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday, and he's starting against the Giants. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers placed relief pitcher John Axford (leg) on the disabled list with a fractured right fibula. The left-hander missed just one turn in the rotation and […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoGary Sanchez Could Start Rehab Assignment Next Week
New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) did a catching workout and hit in the cages on Monday, and the Yankees are aiming to have him play in the Gulf Coast League in games next week. Sanchez hasn't been feeling any pain, but he also has yet to run at full speed or hit on […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoKoda Glover Taking Over As Closer
Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said relief pitcher Koda Glover will be the official closer with Ryan Madson (back) landing on the disabled list. However, Glover is unlikely to be available on Tuesday after pitching back-to-back days. Justin Miller would likely fill in Tuesday if a save situation arises. Glover has only tossed 1 2/3 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoGeorge Springer On Track To Return Friday
Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (thumb) took batting practice, ran the bases and threw to the bases on Tuesday. All signs are pointing toward him coming off the disabled list when he's eligible on Friday. That's the best news fantasy owners could ask for. Springer hasn't been quite as good as last year, but he's […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJose Altuve Progressing In Rehab
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (knee) ran on a treadmill on Monday and might try to hit in the cages Tuesday or Wednesday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Altuve is making progress, but there remains no timetable for him to return. The star second baseman has been out since late July and was hitting […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAntonio Senzatela Throws Live Batting Practice
Colorado Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela (shoulder) threw live batting practice on Tuesday and said he felt in tip-top shape. He can return from the disabled list on Wednesday. The right-hander has been a swingman for the Rockies this year, making 15 appearances (five starts) and pitching to a 4.56 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 37 strikeouts […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoSean Doolittle Throws Off Mound
Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (foot) threw off a mound Tuesday and is testing some mechanical adjustments that will allow him to pitch the rest of the year without further damaging his foot. That's not the most encouraging update. The Nationals desperately need their closer back with Kelvin Herrera and Ryan Madson also landing on […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRyan Madson Goes On DL
The Washington Nationals placed relief pitcher Ryan Madson (back) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday. In corresponding moves, relief pitchers Trevor Gott and Tim Collins were called up. Sammy Solis was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse and Erick Fedde (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day DL. The Nats bullpen is now officially a mess with […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMatt Bryant To Test Injury Wednesday
Atlanta Falcons place kicker Matt Bryant will test an undisclosed injury on Wednesday before the team decides if he will be available for the second preseason game against the Chiefs on Friday. There's no reason for the 43-year-old to push it in the preseason. Despite his age, he has remained one of the more consistent […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRico Gathers Remains Fourth On Depth Chart
Dallas Cowboys tight end Rico Gathers remains fourth on the tight end depth chart behind Geoff Swaim, Blake Jarwin and rookie Dalton Schultz despite making a highlight-reel, one-handed catch in practice on Sunday. The 6-foot-8, 280-pounder missed all of last year recovering from a concussion in training camp. He'll need to improve his blocking and […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAkrum Wadley Challenging For No. 3 Job
Tennessee Titans rookie running back Akrum Wadley has been challenging David Fluellen for the No. 3 running back job in training camp. The rookie has shown good hands, good footwork and good speed. The undrafted free agent led the team in carries (nine) and rushing yards (27) in last week's preseason game against the Packers. […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoKalen Ballage, MarQuies Gray Unlikely To Play Friday
Miami Dolphins rookie running back Kalen Ballage (head) and tight end MarQueis Gray (head) are both in the concussion protocol and are not practicing on Tuesday. They are both unlikely to play in the preseason game on Friday. Ballage appears to be in the dog house right now, too, after being kicked out of a […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoGeronimo Allison Establishing Himself As No. 3 Receiver
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison caught a touchdown pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers in red-zone drills on Monday and continues to establish himself as the No. 3 receiver behind Davante Adams and Randall Cobb. Allison has always been in the right place in practice, and his combination of size (6-foot-3) and sure hands […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoIan Kinsler Could Return As Early As Wednesday
Boston Red Sox second baseman Ian Kinsler (hamstring) will take live batting practice off starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ankle) on Wednesday and could be activated from the disabled list either Wednesday or Friday. Kinsler had played in only three games with his new team before going down. He should return to an everyday role at […]
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