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Darius Hodge Records Strip Sack, Sam Eguavoen Returns It For Touchdown
Miami Dolphins linebacker Darius Hodge stripped Kyle Trask during Saturday's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Then, fellow linebacker Sam Eguavoen scooped up the loose football and returned it for a 32-yard touchdown. Miami's defense had an impressive 2021 season, racking up 48 sacks, 12 fumble recoveries, 14 interceptions, and five touchdowns. The unit […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoElijah Campbell Picks Off Pass Saturday
Miami Dolphins cornerback Elijah Campbell intercepted Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask during Saturday's preseason opener. He also made three tackles and defended two passes. The 26-year-old is heading into his fourth NFL season. He has played in 10 games over the last two years but has been limited to a role on special teams. […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoCedrick Wilson Jr. Catches Three Passes Saturday
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Cedrick Wilson Jr. hauled in all three of his targets for a total of 29 receiving yards during Saturday's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Lured away from Dallas in the past free agency period, Wilson, 26, caught 45 passes for 602 yards and four touchdowns in 2022. He also […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoMohamed Sanu Hauls In All Three Targets
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Mohamed Sanu turned three targets into three catches for 39 yards against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday. The 32-year-old has bounced around with many teams in his career, including the Falcons, Patriots, and 49ers. Signed by Miami less than three weeks ago, Sanu will look to use his veteran presence […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoLynn Bowden Jr. Leads Miami Receivers On Sunday
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. hauled in three of four targets for 55 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Originally drafted by the Raiders in 2020, Bowden was dealt to the Dolphins before he could even play a snap in Las Vegas. He caught 28 passes […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoMyles Gaskin Rushes Four Times Saturday
Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin rushed four times for 27 yards during Saturday's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His first carry came on the final play of the first half, and then he toted the rock thrice more at the start of the third quarter. Gaskin could be losing a grasp on […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoSkylar Thompson Plays Entire Preseason Opener
Miami Dolphins quarterback Skylar Thompson took every offensive snap during Saturday's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He ultimately completed 20 of 28 passes for 218 yards and one touchdown. The 25-year-old also scampered for 25 yards on the ground. Thompson is listed third on Miami's depth chart behind Tua Tagovailoa and Teddy Bridgewater, […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJ.K. Dobbins Expected To Practice Monday
Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) is expected to return to practice on Monday, head coach John Harbaugh relayed to James Palmer of NFL Network. Dobbins was recently activated from the PUP list but has yet to take the field for an official practice session as the team continues to exercise caution. Dobbins missed […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoDJ Moore Dealing With Shoulder Soreness
Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore was held out of Saturday's preseason game against the Washington Commanders due to shoulder soreness, according to Schuyler Callihan of SI Now. Moore, just 25 years old, has been the Panthers' top receiver for several seasons in a row. Just last year, despite dealing with poor quarterback play from […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoDanny Gray Sore Following Preseason Opener
San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Danny Gray is experiencing hip and back soreness following Friday's preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports. He is expected to miss a couple of days of practice. Gray made a big impression during Friday's win, catching two of four targets for […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoKenny Pickett Could Start In First Half Of Season
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett could replace the starting quarterback (most likely Mitchell Trubisky, but possibly Mason Rudolph) in the first half of the season, according to Mark Kaboly of The Athletic. Kaboly identified Week 4 against the Jets as a good target date for Pickett's debut since the Steelers will have extra practice […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJonathan Taylor Heading For Fewer Touches?
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor could see a reduction in volume this coming season, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN. According to Holder, head coach Frank Reich told him that the goal is to win a championship, not to make Taylor the MVP or rushing leader. If they need to cut back on his […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoLamar Jackson Puts Deadline On Extension Talks
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has set a Week 1 deadline for a contract extension as negotiations continue between him and the team. Specifically, when asked if he would put a pause on negotiations when the season starts, the star quarterback said, "Yeah, for sure." Jackson likely won't see too much preseason action, but there's […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoKadarius Toney Nearing Return To Field
New York Giants second-year wide receiver Kadarius Toney (knee) suffered a setback in training camp that caused him to miss the preseason opener, but he could return to practice in the next few days, head coach Brian Daboll told the team's official website. "He worked really hard coming from the offseason to get to where […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoTylor Megill Will Throw Bullpen Session On Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Tylor Megill (shoulder) will throw a 15-pitch bullpen session on Sunday, according to Tim Healey of Newsday. The right-hander looked fantastic in April but faltered in the months of May and June, racking up a 5.01 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and .245 OBA through nine starts in 2022 as a whole. […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJeff McNeil Returns To Action Saturday
New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil is back in the lineup on Saturday after exiting Friday's game with a right thumb laceration. He'll bat eighth against the Philadelphia Phillies. McNeil has put together a strong line in his age-30 season, slashing .306/.360/.446 with seven homers, 46 RBI, 24 walks, and 49 strikeouts. Most of […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoRockies Place Alex Colome On 15-Day IL
Colorado Rockies right-handed reliever Alex Colome has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right lateral epicondylitis, which is more commonly known as tennis elbow. In his place, Justin Lawrence was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque. Colome owns a 4.68 ERA, 1.59 WHIP, and .292 OBA along with 5.95 K/9 and 3.61 BB/9 through 46 […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoLuis García Dealing With Groin Strain
Washington Nationals second baseman Luis García is absent from Saturday's starting lineup against the San Diego Padres. According to Mark Zuckerman of MASN, García is dealing with a "little groin strain" and is day-to-day. It has been a rough week for the 24-year-old after he missed Wednesday's game with a knee issue. He has looked […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoBrandon Belt Not Starting Saturday
San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tommy La Stella will start in his place, batting seventh and playing first base. Belt walked and scored during Friday's game, so this looks like it's a simple rest day rather than indication of an injury. […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoMatthew Boyd Begins Rehab Assignment
Seattle Mariners pitcher Matthew Boyd (elbow) is expected to make his first rehab outing of the season with Triple-A Tacoma on Saturday, according to Chris McCosky of Detroit News. He has yet to pitch at any level this season due to a flexor strain in his left elbow. The 31-year-old southpaw last pitched in 2021, […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJack Flaherty's Next Rehab Outing Scheduled For Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty (shoulder) is scheduled to throw roughly 40 to 45 pitches in his next rehab outing at the Double-A level on Tuesday, according to Katie Woo of The Athletic. His last outing didn't go so well as he allowed three runs over just one inning of work. Injuries have […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJuan Yepez Rehabbing This Weekend, Could Return To Majors Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Juan Yepez (forearm) continues to play in rehab outings at the Triple-A level in hopes of returning to the big-league club on Tuesday, according to John Denton of MLB.com. Yepez will play six innings in right field on Saturday, then another six or nine innings on Sunday. The Cardinals would love […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoJoey Bart Remains Absent Saturday
San Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart (ankle), who hasn't played since Monday, isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Austin Wynns will start in his place, batting ninth and suiting up behind the dish. Bart was available as an emergency catcher Friday, so one would imagine that remains the case […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoLuis Robert Won't Play Saturday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (wrist) isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Instead, AJ Pollock will take his place, leading off and patrolling center field. Robert exited Friday's game with a sprained wrist, and although it's not ideal to see him sitting out Saturday, the good news is […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoKyle Schwarber Remains Sidelined On Saturday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber (calf) is absent from Saturday's starting lineup against the New York Mets. Matt Vierling will fill his void, batting ninth and playing left field. Schwarber, 29, hasn't played since Thursday against Miami. He is slashing .211/.314/.501 with 34 homers, 69 RBI, 59 walks, and 144 strikeouts this season. Despite his […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoCaleb Huntley Leads Team In Carries On Friday
Atlanta Falcons running back Caleb Huntley rushed eight times for 18 yards during Friday's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. Signed to a reserve/futures contract this past offseason, the 23-year-old missed his entire rookie season in 2021 due to injury and roster decisions. Although he saw plenty of volume on Friday, he did not run […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoTyler Allgeier Rushes Three Times In Pro Debut
Atlanta Falcons rookie running back Tyler Allgeier rushed three times for 25 yards during Friday's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. The BYU product has generated plenty of attention ahead of the fantasy football season since he has a shot at earning the starting job in Atlanta's backfield. Although he didn't run with the starters […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoQadree Ollison Totals 33 Yards On The Ground
Atlanta Falcons running back Qadree Ollison rushed five times for 33 yards during Friday's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. His most impressive play came when he broke off an 18-yard run on the opening drive. Ollison primarily played with Marcus Mariota and the starters, though he did garner one hand-off from Desmond Ridder. The […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoFrank Darby Leads Falcons In Targets, Catches
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Frank Darby led the team with three targets and two catches during Friday's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. He totaled 14 yards in the contest. The 24-year-old caught just one of four targets as a rookie in 2021 but should see an increase in opportunities this coming season now that […]
Andersen Pickard 2 years agoDesmond Ridder Sees Bulk Of Snaps On Friday
Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder saw the bulk of the snaps during Friday's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. He completed 10 of 22 passes for 103 yards and two touchdowns while also adding a team-most 59 rushing yards. Ridder is expected to open the season as Marcus Mariota's backup, so it makes sense […]
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